Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) BSc (Hons)
Writtle University College
Key Course Facts
Course Description
We are pleased to confirm that Writtle University College and ARU (Anglia Ruskin University) are joining together. The merger will happen during the 23/24 academic year. Writtle's full range of Higher and Further Education courses will continue to be delivered on site at the Writtle campus, enhanced by resources available at nearby ARU. If you are starting your course in September 2024, your degree will be awarded by ARU.
BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) is the first of it's kind in the United Kingdom and is recognition of the shifting emphasis and changing direction of the agricultural industry as a result of political, economic social and environmental influences.
The drivers of change include the recent threat to supply chains during the coronavirus crisis, climate change, biodiversity targets, a new UK agricultural policy and an increasing public awareness of the issues surrounding the production of food.
Regenerative Agriculture is an alternative approach to farming production systems that focuses on enhancing and restoring resilient systems and relates to the science of managing the soil, landscapes and communities. The course has been has been developed to encompass thinking across conservation agriculture, agro-ecology, climate smart agriculture, carbon farming, technology use, and integrated management practices.
Particular emphasis is placed on the importance and relevance of soil health and the integration of livestock along with the practices. These include minimising soil disturbance, maintaining soil cover, reducing the use of pesticide and artificial fertilizer and using grass leys to build fertility providing food for soil improving livestock. Such farm level practices can contribute to global goals of building resilient local food chains, the provision of ecosystems services and mitigating the impact of climate change.
BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) focuses on livestock while the BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems) focuses on crop production, each recognising the importance of a holistic approach, which should include both in a circular structure.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
96 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or above
Qualification requirements
Access to HE Diploma
https://writtle.ac.uk/BSc-(Hons)-Agriculture-(Regenerative-Systems)
Costs
Tuition Fees Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £13080 | year 1 |
| International | £13080 | year 1 |
| EU | £14000 | year 1 |
| International | £14000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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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:
August 1, 2025
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)
UCAS application code:
D454
About Writtle University College
List of 69 Bachelor and Master Courses from Writtle University College - Course Catalogue
Student composition of Writtle University College
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Total number of students enrolled at Writtle University College by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 685
- postgraduates:
- 60
- Total:
- 745
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Agriculture”: 655 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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FAQ about Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) BSc (Hons) Writtle University College
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) BSc (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Writtle University College.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of which makes it one of the 0% most difficult courses to enter among all Agriculture students in the UK.