Applied Farm Management
BSc (Hons)
Royal Agricultural University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Applied Farm Management BSc (Hons) at Royal Agricultural University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Agriculture
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25000 | £26500 | £28000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £26500 | £18500 - £30500 | £18500 - £37000 |
All Agriculture courses of Royal Agricultural University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Agriculture
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23037 | £19884 | £22867 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19108 - £26757 | £14892 - £25751 | £17151 - £30379 |
All Agriculture courses in the UK
Course Description
Develop a career within the agricultural and land-based industries with a course that develops the farmers, farm managers and consultants of the future. The range of production systems adopted and commercially practised on our farms, and local farm businesses, provide an invaluable insight into the current realities of commercial farming.
Bridge the gap between the laboratory, the field, the commercial market and the farm. Gain unparalleled access to on-farm/applied product development with Farm491 and benefit from research trials at our RAU farms. No wonder our graduates have gone on to work for high-profile organisations such as Procam Agriculture, Velcourt, Keenan Systems and Dalcour Maclaren.
Course structure You will learn through a series of lectures, seminars and practical classes at the RAU farms. Our extensive industry contacts, external visits to livestock, crop enterprises and agribusinesses also provide valuable additional case studies.
Students also have access to the University’s Farm491 facility, an innovative agritech business incubator providing facilities and support to agritech businesses and promoting technology and innovation within the sector.
Modules are assessed through a range of coursework, including real-life case studies, presentations and reports.
The Research Project is an integral part of the course. Completed in your third year, it provides the opportunity to research in-depth a subject of specific interest.
Work placement In the second year, you will apply and develop your expertise during a 15-week work placement. Not only could you find yourself working for prestigious companies in the UK or across the world, you will develop your confidence and gain industry contacts for when you graduate.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Applied Farm Management, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
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Year 3
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Applied Farm Management BSc (Hons) at Royal Agricultural University
| 35% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 30% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
across three A level or equivalent qualifications
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Example of possible offer Science subject recommended
Acceptable when combined with other level 3 qualifications
Acceptable when combined with other level 3 qualifications
Acceptable when combined with other Level 3 qualifications
Each applicant is assessed on individual merit and offers can vary. All qualifications that you have already studied or still working towards, will be considered when reviewing your application. The entry requirements listed above represent typical offers for some of the most popular qualifications taken by applicants. If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have previously studied) please contact our Admissions Office Tel: 01285 889912; or Email: [email protected] for advice.
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | none of the four elements below 5.5 |
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Applied Farm Management, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Tuition Fees Applied Farm Management BSc (Hons)
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £11000 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of Royal Agricultural University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Royal Agricultural University in related subject specific rankings.
Agriculture
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- #8
- #11
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- Agriculture & Forestry
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 5 university rankings of Royal Agricultural University
About Royal Agricultural University
Royal Agricultural University was established in 1844 and is located in the market town of Cirencester in Gloucester, England, and has two farms located in the nearby countryside. RAU was the first agricultural college in the English-speaking world, and provides more than 30 Agriculture-based Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes. Not all programmes are limited to Agriculture however, as students also have the option of studying Real Estate, Equine Science, Environment, and Business.
Student composition of Royal Agricultural University
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Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 950
- postgraduates:
- 150
- Total:
- 1100
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Applied Farm Management BSc (Hons) | Royal Agricultural University | 92% | 10% | 0% | £9250 | £11000 | 139 | Cirencester | On campus Full-time |
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Applied Farm Management with Placement Year BSc (Hons) | Royal Agricultural University | 92% | 10% | 0% | £9250 | £11000 | 139 | Cirencester | On campus Full-time |
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Applied Farm Management with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | Royal Agricultural University | 92% | 10% | 0% | £9250 | £11000 | 139 | Cirencester | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
