Agriculture BSc (Hons)

Course overview

Agriculture is at the centre of many of the challenges facing modern society - including climate change, food security and increasing world population - and is a diverse area of study.

Our rich curriculum includes a broad range of topics spanning plant biology, soil science, nutrition, management, accounting and law.

You can also boost your employability and professional skills with an optional placement year in industry or the commercial sector.

We are a leading university for agriculture and you'll benefit from fantastic facilities, including two University farms.

Teaching methods

Lectures and laboratory practicals will teach you the scientific principles that underpin agriculture.

Visits to the University farms and other local farming businesses will help you to understand the practical application of the theory you learn.

You'll also complete project work and reports, working as an individual and in groups.

Your future

As a Newcastle University agriculture graduate, you will be held in high regard in the industry and have many career options open to you.