With rising populations climate change and increasing pressure on land use the need for sustainable crop production has never been more urgent. The production industry continues to evolve embracing new technologies production techniques and alternative crops that can be grown sustainably. Our MSc Crop Production course at ARU Writtle is designed to equip you with the advanced knowledge and practical skills needed to address these global challenges.
You will explore modern growing systems and innovative approaches that help maintain and enhance the environment. On campus you'll benefit from specialist facilities including a research glasshouse and our working campus farm. You will also network with commercial growers and postharvest operations learning from real-world applications of what you study.
On successful completion of this MSc Crop Production degree you'll possess the knowledge and skills to gain employment with crop producers and in management positions with major import/export organisations. There are also opportunities to undertake further research.
Core modules
Sustainable Crop Production A (15 credits)
Postharvest Systems Management A (15 credits)
Sustainable Global Business Management and Circular Economics (15 credits)
Applied Research (Methods) for Managers (15 credits)
Sustainable Crop Production B (15 credits)
Controlled Environment Agricultural (Farming) Systems (15 credits)
Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture (15 credits)
Taught Masters Degree - Dissertation (60 credits)
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