Sustainable Food Production (Fresh Produce) - BSc (Hons), CertHE, DipHE

Program Overview

This three-year program in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security provides a comprehensive understanding of sustainable food systems, from production to consumption. Students develop skills in agribusiness management, environmental management, and international trade, preparing them for careers in the food and agriculture industry or further postgraduate study. The program combines face-to-face teaching with online learning and practical assessments, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year 1:
• Core modules:
• Graduate, Professional Skills (15 credits)
• Principles of Sustainable Development (15 credits)
• Integrated Production Systems (15 credits)
• Biological Processes (15 credits)
• Climate Soils and Land Use (15 credits)
• Global and Local Food Systems (15 credits)
• Agribusiness Management for a Circular Economy (15 credits)
• Year 2:
• Core modules:
• Political and Economic Contexts (15 credits)
• Academic and Professional Development (30 credits)
• Environmental Management (15 credits)
• Fresh Produce Production (15 credits)
• Plant Physiology (15 credits)
• Optional modules:
• International Value Chain A (30 credits)
• International Value Chain B (30 credits)
• Year 3:
• Core modules:
• Dissertation (30 credits)
• Natural Resource Management (15 credits)
• Crop Management and Technologies (15 credits)
• Global Trends in Production (15 credits)
• International Trade and Markets (15 credits)
• Sustainable Business Solutions (30 credits)

Assessment:

• Essays and technical reports
• Examinations (multiple choice and essay questions)
• Presentations (individual and group)
• Practical assessments
• Peer review
• Debates
• Dissertation

Teaching:

• Face-to-face campus teaching
• Online learning systems
• Experienced tutors
• Support with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing

Careers:

• Management trainee roles
• Junior buyer roles
• Food quality and planning
• Fresh produce traders
• Business start-up
• Postgraduate study (e.g., MBA Agribusiness)

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

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

• £9,250

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

• £13,900

Payment:

• You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two installments.
• We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter.