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Agricultural and Environmental Science MSc

Agricultural and Environmental Science MSc

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Environmental Science

Course Summary

Our Master's in Agriculture and Environmental Science can help you develop a career in sustainable farming systems, environmental management, and rural development. This Master's in Agriculture and Environmental Science develops your understanding of the interaction between agriculture and the environment. There is an emphasis on sustainability and the ecological consequences of unsound management. It gives you the skills for careers related to: sustainability in farming systemsenvironmental managementrural development You’ll develop academic and professional skills, preparing you for an exciting career in research, consultancy, policy and more. The course consists of compulsory and optional modules allowing you to tailor your studies to your interests. You'll learn from industry-experienced and research-active lecturers. Our research in integrated agricultural production focuses on: agricultural production systemsecosystem servicesenvironmental impacts

Modules

The overall aim of this module is to provide the knowledge and skills required to assess and appraise agricultural management in practice, with particular emphasis on evaluating 'sustainable' production approaches.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£13,900

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£31,700

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in a relevant subject, such as: agronomy (crop production), biological sciences, earth sciences, geography, environmental sciences, agricultural sciences, zoology, horticulture. We also consider applicants on an individual basis with degrees in other areas, and those with non-standard qualifications and/or relevant professional experience.

University information

Newcastle University is a world-leading university renowned for the high quality of its teaching and research. It is recognised internationally for innovative collaborations with strategic industry partners, which push groundbreaking solutions to economic and social problems all around the world. Committed to creating a better society for all, the university has nurtured generations of students to make real world change at a global...more