Agriculture with Business [with Placement year]

Drive the future of sustainable agriculture and agri-business and tackle global challenges head on with our innovative business degree.

Our BSc (Hons) Agriculture with Business degree offers a forward-thinking, holistic approach that prepares you to lead in the evolving agri-business world by combining practical science with commercial problem-solving. You’ll explore global challenges like food security, climate change and sustainability, gaining hands-on experience on our working farm, through real-world case studies and an embedded placement year. With expert teaching and industry connections, you’ll be ready for diverse and exciting careers in the agricultural business sector.

Why ARU?


• Immerse yourself in authentic, enquiry-led learning using our 150-hectare estate and working mixed farm



• Discover how technology, innovation and data can create sustainable farming systems that address climate change while ensuring food security



• Boost your employability with an optional industry placement year between Levels 5 and 6



• Collaborate on real-world challenges through live briefs, research projects and industry events to shape tomorrow’s food systems



• Gain confidence and leadership skills from multidisciplinary experts to drive change in global agriculture

At ARU, you’ll be supported from day one with wellbeing services, money advice and careers guidance to help you through university and beyond.

Their courses are built around the skills and experience employers value. ARU are proud to be in the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality (TEF 2023), and ranked #1 in the East of England, and #8 in the UK, for UG graduates in senior roles 15 months after gradudation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025). You'll have access to fantastic facilities thanks to £95m of investment - think SuperLabs, TV studios, law courts, mock hospital wards, gaming studios and more.

Wherever you're heading, ARU will help you get there.