Crop Production (Agriculture) - MSc

Program Overview

This Master's program in Sustainable Crop Production and Management focuses on sustainable agriculture practices, postharvest systems, and global business management. Students develop skills in research methods, controlled environment farming, and food security. The program offers optional modules in strategic management and sustainable land stewardship, preparing graduates for careers in crop production, import/export management, and research.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year 1
• Core Modules:
• Sustainable Crop Production A (15 credits)
• Postharvest Systems Management A (15 credits)
• Sustainable Global Business Management and Circular Economics (15 credits)
• Applied Research (Methods) for Managers (15 credits)
• Sustainable Crop Production B (15 credits)
• Controlled Environment Agricultural (Farming) Systems (15 credits)
• Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture (15 credits)
• Taught Masters Degree - Dissertation (60 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• Strategic Management (15 credits)
• Sustainable Land Stewardship and Leadership (15 credits)
• Other Level 7 module by negotiation with the course team (15 credits)

Assessment:

• Examinations (seen and unseen)
• Coursework (lab reports, projects, case studies, presentations)
• Problem-based learning scenarios (including interpretative exercises)

Teaching:

• Expert staff who guide research interests and career development
• Extensive library and IT resources
• Support from the Employability Service during and after studies
• Access to support services for study skills, health and wellbeing, and more

Careers:

• Employment with crop producers
• Management positions with major import/export organizations
• Opportunities for further research

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

£8,996

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

£13,900 Tuition fees for international students (2024/25) £13,900 International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter Find out about paying your fees. For postgraduate courses, international ARU graduates are automatically considered for an International Alumni Scholarship, worth £3,000 off first-year fees.