Program Overview
The Agriculture for Sustainable Development at University of Greenwich is a MSc programme in Agriculture & Environmental Studies over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of agriculture & environmental studies. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Agriculture for Sustainable Development programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Agriculture for Sustainable Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in agriculture & environmental studies:
- Environmental Scientist
- Sustainability Manager
- Agricultural Analyst
- Conservation Officer
- Food Safety Specialist
- Climate Policy Advisor
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods
- Tools for Sustainable Agriculture
- Integrated Pest Management
- Independent research project dissertation
- Four 15-credit options from a list that currently includes: Agronomy; Agroforestry; Economics, Agriculture, and Marketing; Livestock and Sustainable Agriculture; Plant Disease Management; Agricultural Innovation for Development; Soils and Environments
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants should have:
- An honours degree (at least 2.2 or above)
- OR an equivalent professional qualification in an appropriate subject.
- Where English is the second language, an IELTS average score of 6.5 (for each of the four areas) or 7 is required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Greenwich directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Greenwich
University of Greenwich
London, United Kingdom
University of Greenwich is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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