Agriculture Aberystwyth University

Overview

The Agriculture Integrated Masters degree at Aberystwyth University provides a comprehensive pathway for students to progress from foundational knowledge to advanced subject specialism. This four-year programme blends scientific theory with practical business management to prepare graduates for high-level roles within the global agricultural industry.

Why Agriculture at Aberystwyth University?

Students benefit from the university's unique location, surrounded by diverse farmland and varied agricultural terrain. Learning is anchored at the 800-hectare commercially managed university farms, which serve as a live setting for practical training. The department also facilitates field visits to industry-leading food businesses and innovative farms across the UK to reinforce academic study.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 21875 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum covers a blend of technology, science, and land use. The first three years align with the bachelor's syllabus before moving into advanced masters-level research. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Agricultural Technology and Farm Safety
• Business, Economics and Land Use
• Crop, Grassland, Soil and Agricultural Land Management
• Livestock Production and Science
• Skills for the Agricultural Industry

Year 2

• Agronomy and Crop Improvement
• Farm Business Management and Appraisal
• Food, Farming, Technology and the Environment
• Livestock Production and Management
• Research Methods

Year 3

• Advances in Agriculture
• Agricultural Leadership and Career Readiness
• Farm Planning and Advanced Farm Management
• Agricultural Research Project

Year 4

• Research Project
• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Grassland Science
• Infection and Immunity
• Livestock Nutrition

Careers with Agriculture

This Integrated Masters is designed to meet the growing demand for high-level professionals in the agricultural and allied sectors. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in agronomy, agricultural consultancy, and professional farm management. The qualification also serves as a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue a PhD or a career as a professional scientist in livestock health and nutrition.