Agricultural Management
With access to industry-leading facilities and resources, our Agricultural Management undergraduates graduate with practical, hands-on experience in key areas such as Animal Health, Environmental and Agricultural Law, Livestock Management, and Business and Marketing.
Turn your passion for farming into a career
Agricultural Management students at UCS’s Cannington campus benefit from access to our award-winning 180-hectare Rodway Farm – one of the region’s leading dairy units. Home to a high-performing Holstein herd and a state-of-the-art computerised milking parlour, the farm operates under a milk contract with Tesco Müller, giving students valuable insight into modern commercial dairy production.
Students also have access to our Agricultural Innovation Centre, featuring cutting-edge scientific equipment and industry-standard resources. The centre provides opportunities to take part in commercial trials, applied research projects, and hands-on learning that keeps students at the forefront of the rapidly evolving agricultural sector.
Why choose Agriculture at Somerset College?
- Strong links with local farms and agricultural employers
- A focus on sustainability and future-ready farming practices
- Study at the South West’s premiere land-based college
- Learn from expert tutors with years of industry experience
- On-site accommodation available
- Free shuttle service from Bridgwater.
Real-world skills for the future of farming
The UK agriculture industry is evolving fast. With growing public interest in animal welfare, sustainable agriculture, and reducing the environmental impact of food production, there’s never been a better time to start building a career in this field.
Our agriculture courses cover everything from Livestock Husbandry and crop production to environmental awareness and farm business, ensuring you develop a great understanding of all aspects of the industry. You’ll finish your course with a strong mix of practical experience and technical knowledge, which will set you up nicely for work or further study.
With pathways into employment, apprenticeships, or further study, your course will open the gate to a wide range of career options.
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If you’re ready to kickstart your career and gain hands-on experience while you study, an apprenticeship at Somerset College could be the perfect next step. We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of Further Education apprenticeships.
Accommodation
With priority access given to students studying a land-based course, a specialist subject, or a Higher Education programme, our halls of residence at Taunton and Cannington provide a welcoming home.
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organised throughout the year.
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“The confidence I have gained has helped me to embrace every moment as I plan to further develop my studies. The highlight of my time has been my interview with Adam Henson and winning prestigious awards such as the South West Agricultural Student of the Year and the Cornish Mutual Young Farmer Bursary.”
Holly, BSc Agricultural Management