School of Sustainable Environments

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1 School of Sustainable Environments Agriculture BSc (Hons) Agriculture FdSc Agriculture () FdSc Agriculture (Farm Livestock ) BSc (Hons) Agricultural Business BSc (Hons) Agricultural Crop BSc (Hons) Farm Livestock Higher Certificate Agriculture Business BA (Hons) Business (Award Option) FdA Business (Award Option) Higher Certificate Business Conservation and Environment BSc (Hons) Conservation and Environment ( Surveying) or FdSc Conservation and Environment (Award Option) Higher Certificates Certificates of Continuing Education Sustainable Food BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food () FdSc Sustainable Food Higher Certificate Food Studies Certificate of Continuing Education Food Studies FACTFILE: Typical Offer Honours degree: UCAS Tariff Points BTEC National Diploma MPP OCR National Extended P2 Diploma (18 Units) Irish Leaving Certificate CCCC Scottish Highers points Baccalaureate 24 points Typical Offer Foundation degree: UCAS Tariff Points BTEC National Diploma PPP OCR National Extended P3 Diploma (18 Units) Irish Leaving Certificate CC Scottish Highers points Baccalaureate 24 points The agricultural industry has undergone dramatic changes in recent years. As well as producing food for the UK and for export, farmers are increasingly becoming more environmentally aware. Organic, traceability, food miles and local are important concepts for food production today. Agriculture World wide populations are increasing; producing an increasing demand for top quality food, produced by sustainable methods. Agriculture is also likely to play a key role in the production of biomass and biofuel to help reduce CO2 emissions and counteract global warming. Dedicated and skilled professionals are needed to grow crops, look after animals and to manage production, processing and distribution to the point of sale. The individuals who will be responsible for future changes and developments in British agricultural practice will be graduates with a sound understanding of the industry as well as technical and practical expertise. The agricultural industry is relying on a workforce that is getting older, but has many good opportunities. New entrants will bring a fresh new impetus to the agricultural and ancillary industries. Resources 135 hectares of the College estate are devoted to farming practices and production. The presence of these commercial enterprises make a vital contribution to the teaching of realistic farming practices and gives students valuable hands on experience. Modern farming practices must be sensitive to the need to manage threatened wildlife habitats. Conservation is now an integral part of the College farming practice and of agricultural studies. In 1996 the College farm achieved Support Farm Status of LEAF (Linking Environment and Farming). Recently the College farm has entered the Higher Level Stewardship Scheme (HLS) which enhances the environmental aspects of farms. College Farm On the College farm there are examples of commercial arable, pig, sheep and beef units all of which contribute to the delivery of the Agriculture courses. In addition the College has an established link with a local, modern dairy farm. For further information about Agriculture courses please contact: Agriculture Admissions Tutor Tel: +44 (0) agriculture@writtle.ac.uk

2 Event This series of modules has been developed in response to the growth of event management as a subject in its own right, within the business discipline of operations management. By taking Event as a minor, students will be able to plan and run an event, or contribute to one or more events, using planning techniques. Marketing & This option will give students the knowledge of marketing and supply chain management which is crucial to the management of any business. The Supply Chain strand includes modules on consumer behaviour and markets, advertising and sales, product design and packaging, post harvest technology and international strategy and supply chain management. Farm Livestock Students will undertake a range of modules that will result in knowledge of farm resource management and livestock production. They will gain an understanding of the broad principles underpinning general farm production whilst monitoring environmental and commercial viability. Business The course covers most essential elements of Business. It will allow students with limited or no prior knowledge of the subject to grasp the fundamentals. The main areas covered will be the Role and Function of, Personnel, Marketing, and Finance. Conservation Students studying this minor award will develop and become equipped with an understanding that enables effective management of a broad range of landscapes and ecosystems. There is a focus on habitat management, protection and restoration and students will be able to appreciate issues in respect of the design and implementation of habitat management practices. Strategies to address the threat of climate change on biodiversity will be considered along with dynamic approaches to ecological management. Surveying Students will be introduced to concepts of biodiversity which will provide skills to manage the environment in a sustainable way. Wildlife Conservation Students who choose to specialise in wildlife conservation will be comprehensively trained in modern wildlife management techniques. There is a focus on key concepts of biodiversity, sustainability and environmental conservation. Students will develop a broad understanding of the scientific principles required for effective management of wildlife and comparisons are made between species and habitat conservation. Ecology Students will receive a broad introduction to animal and plant ecology. This includes ecological terminology, the scope of ecology and the role of ecological science in the sustainable management of the biosphere. The spatial pattern or structure of a range of landscapes and their relationship with human activity will be studied. Arable Crop Students will have an understanding of the broad principles underpinning general arable production whilst monitoring environmental and commercial viability. can be studied as part of a Sustainable Environments degree course and can also be combined with degree courses from the other Schools (Options have been identified on course pages). GRADUATE PROFILE Matt Solley Matt Solley, BSc Agriculture - Farm Manager of 1600 acres estate Famers Weekly - Farm Manager of the Year, 2008 I have come a long way since my time at Writtle College, but I certainly made sure I made the most of my time spent there both academically and socially. After leaving my family farm in Kent the College became my second home and I enjoyed every minute.

3 BSc (Hons) Agriculture The course is designed to give students an opportunity to undertake a range of modules that will result in knowledge of farm business management, livestock and crop production. This programme will instill considerations of business principles, environmental impact and sustainability into all facets of agricultural practice. Agricultural Science Crop Livestock FdSc Agriculture Managing Farm Resources Combinable, Root Crops & Alternative Crop Farm Livestock Agriculture (Crop ) Farm Enterprises Integrated Crop Integrated Livestock Foundation degree awards encourage the integration of work-based learning with traditional academic delivery. The course will provide students with a set of sectorrelevant skills suited to a wide range of employment opportunities both in land-based and other industries. This foundation level course will be studied with a choice of two award options, Crop or Farm Livestock. STAGE ONE STAGE TWO Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Foundation Degree Academic & Professional Learning Through Work Learning From Work Crop Agricultural Managing Farm Resources Science Combinable, Root Crops & Alternative Crop Agriculture (Farm Livestock ) Livestock Farm Livestock BSc (Hons) Agricultural Business This course has been designed to give students an opportunity to specialise in farm business management together with crop or livestock production. Graduates will be capable of critical thinking and analysis of complex agricultural operations, followed by suggestions for improvements and changes leading to commercial success. This course will be combined with an award option. Further details of the award options from this school are on page 86, other award options are on page 56. Please see choices listed below: Agricultural Science Essential Business Managing Farm Resources Concepts & Practice Farm Enterprises Applied Business Agricultural Business (Crop ) Crop Combinable, Root Crops & Alternative Crop Integrated Crop Agricultural Business (Farm Livestock ) Livestock Farm Livestock Integrated Livestock Agricultural Business with Marketing and Supply Chain Advertising & Sales Product Design & Packaging Post Harvest & Food Trade &

4 Agricultural Business with Event History & Principles of Event Animal Landscapes & Ecosystems Agricultural Crop with Wildlife Conservation Principles & Practice of Ecology Exercise Physiology Equine Health Equine Feed Climate Change & Biodiversity Equine Structural BSc (Hons) Agricultural Crop This course gives students an opportunity to specialise in crop production whilst undertaking study that enables a greater appreciation of the requirements for their specialist area. Graduates will be agricultural practitioners who are flexible, creative and innovative in the commercial management of crops, land and related resources. This course will be combined with an award option. Further details of the award options from this School are on pages 86, Global Crop can be found on page 76. Please see options listed below: Agricultural Science Crop Husbandry Planning & Running an Event Managing Farm Resources Combinable, Root Crops & Alternative Crop Types of Events & Contemporary Issues within the Events Industry Agricultural Business with Equine Studies Farm Enterprises Integrated Crop Agricultural Crop with Conservation Protected Area Conservation & Biodiversity Agricultural Crop with Global Crop Plant Propagation & Glass & Nursery Fruit & Vegetable Crop Floriculture & Ornamental Plant BSc (Hons) Farm Livestock This award prepares students for a career within the livestock industry and associated ancillary industries. Graduates will be agricultural practitioners who will be flexible, creative and innovative in the commercial management of animals, land and related resources. This course will be combined with an award option. Further details of the award options are on pages 56 and 86. Please see options listed below: Agricultural Science Livestock Managing Farm Resources Farm Livestock Farm Enterprises Integrated Livestock Farm Livestock with Wildlife Conservation Principles & Practice of Ecology Conservation & Biodiversity Farm Livestock with Marketing & Advertising & Sales Product Design & Packaging Post Harvest Trade & Agricultural Crop with Marketing and Supply Chain & Behaviour Advertising Sales & Promotions Product & Packaging Post Harvest Physiology & Trade &

5 Farm Livestock with Conservation Landscapes & Ecosystems Climate Change & Biodiversity Farm Livestock with Equine Studies Animal Exercise Physiology Equine Health Higher Certificate Agriculture Equine Feed Protected Area Equine Structural Higher Certificates are a one year full-time or two year part-time course designed to enable students to progress onto Honour degree programmes after completion. Postgraduate Business A dynamic and fast-growing sector within the postgraduate school is Business. The following courses are available at Postgraduate level: Postgraduate Certificate in Studies (PCMS) Postgraduate Certificate in Studies (Veterinary Practice ) Postgraduate Certificate in Studies with English Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma in Studies Postgraduate Diploma in Studies MBA Masters in Business MA Business For further information, visit: Business Writtle College s comprehensive Business provision offers a range of courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Today s managers need to keep one step ahead of the rapid changes in the business environment. The wide ranging skills possessed by well-trained managers are in high demand across all commercial, service and not-for-profit organisations. Successful managers are equipped with people management and communication skills, a good grasp of financial planning techniques, the ability to manage change and a sound understanding of marketing and product development. The College offers a wide range of business services, which attract employers from far and wide for conferences, courses and seminars. These close links with businesses allow students access to a wide range of materials for visits, case studies and applied project work. Students use a range of dedicated business and accounting software for lectures and projects. Writtle College works with a number of professional bodies such as the Institute of, the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply and the Chartered Institute of Marketing. These links enrich the learning environment and study opportunities for all our management students. Research activity Business research projects have been working closely with local businesses to investigate consumer behaviour and develop markets, to improve business strategies and enhance performance management. Work has been conducted nationally to develop and implement the balanced scorecard as a focus for strategy and performance measurement. Research and consultancy is also ongoing in the areas of rural business development and entrepreneurial activity, market research, supply chain relationships, international trade, business strategy and performance management. For further information about Business Courses please contact Business Admissions Tutor Tel: +44 (0) business@writtle.ac.uk GRADUATE PROFILE Aishwarya Paliwal BA Hons Business I wasn t looking for a big university in a big city, I was looking for a college that took pride in being personal, was multicultural and had an excellent faculty. To me Writtle is a hidden gem.

6 BA (Hons) Business The course includes a comprehensive range of Business Modules including Human Resource, Finance, Marketing, Operations, Ethics and Strategic. Graduates will have the ability to solve problems and manage resources effectively in the complex and changing world of business management. The flexibility of this course allows it to be combined with an award option. Further details of the award options from this School are on page 86, the other minor awards are on pages 40, 56 and 76. Please see options listed below: for the Business Industry Introductory Economics Managing Operations Essential Business E-Commerce Managing People Information Systems Concepts & Practice Advertising & Sales Trade Finance & Control Human Resource Applied Business Strategic BA (Hons) Business (Event ) This course will largely take an Event focus. History, & Principles of Event Planning & Running an Event Ethics Types of Events & Contemporary Issues Within the Events Industry BA (Hons) Business (Marketing & ) Advertising & Sales Product Design & Packaging Post Harvest Trade & BA (Hons) Business with Garden Design Spatial Design Techniques BA (Hons) Business with Equitation and Coaching Equine Practical Skills A Equine Practical Skills B Youngstock Reflective Coaching Rider Fitness & Performance BA (Hons) Business with Equine Studies Advanced Equitation or Analysis of the Performer BA (Hons) Business with Health and Exercise Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise Designing a Garden Part 1 Animal Special Populations Exercise Physiology Fitness & Performance Testing Equine Health Principles of Training Equine Feed Disability in Sport & Recreation Exercise Prescription BA (Hons) Business with Global Crop Plant Propagation & BA (Hons) Business with Historic Garden Plant Propagation & Designing a Garden Part 2 Glass & Nursery Traditional & Contemporary Planting Planting Design Fruit & Vegetable Crop World Gardens Conservation of Historic Gardens Equine Structural Floriculture Ornamental Plant Conservation of Historic Gardens BA (Hons) Business with Conservation Landscapes & Ecosystems Climate Change & Biodiversity Protected Area

7 FdA Business This is a two year course designed to equip students with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to succeed in a commercial organisation. The flexibility of this course means that it could be combined with an award option if required. Further details of the award options are on page 86. Please see options listed below: STAGE ONE STAGE TWO Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 for the Business Industry Essential Business Introductory Economics Managing Operations Learning Through Work Foundation Degree Academic & Professional Concepts & Practice FdA Business (Event ) History & Principles of Event Managing People Information Systems Learning From Work Planning & Running an Event FdA Business (Marketing and ) Advertising & Sales Product Design & Packaging Higher Certificate Business Higher Certificates are a one year full-time or two year part-time course designed to enable students to progress onto Honour degree programmes after completion. Conservation and Environment The Conservation and Environment Scheme has been developed in close association with countryside bodies and employers and as a result has a focus on sector relevance, resulting in a highly contextualised programme of study. Students will develop a broad understanding of the ecological principles required for effective management of our wild flora and fauna. Combined with a sound scientific underpinning students will gain hands-on experience in the techniques of biological surveying, habitat management, collecting, analysing, and interpreting data for the conservation and sustainable management of our natural environment. Historically, food production has been the main focus of land use. However, with the advent of food surpluses and a greater understanding of the environmental effects of modern agricultural and industrial practices, the countryside needs managers able to make decisions which balance commercial acumen and environmental discernment. Resources The College s 220 hectare estate has been the focus of continuing environmental work which reflects the growing interest in areas of countryside management. This work is carried out in association with students, both as part of practical coursework and as voluntary members of the College conservation group - the Green Machine. Wildflower meadows have been created, orchids preserved and there is an ongoing PROFILE Anna Beames BSc Conservation and Environment strategy to increase and improve woodland habitats, including a plantation of rare Black Poplar (Populus nigra). There are a wide variety of habitats ranging from wetland to chalk grassland. The conservation effort continues around the commercial farmland, which is included in the Higher Level Stewardship Scheme. Centre for Environment and Rural Affairs (CERA) One of the Centres of Innovation at Writtle College, CERA delivers sustainable rural development through project management, research, consultancy and training. CERA supports research linked to the College s environmental courses, as well as serving as a conduit for obtaining and facilitating work on a regional, national and international level. CERA s work feeds directly into the rural agenda, giving students and staff opportunities to interact with the real world at all levels. For further information, visit Postgraduate Conservation is a rapidly expanding provision within the College. Graduates can study the following course at Postgraduate Level: MSc Conservation Working on large private estate gardens made me realise how ill informed I was about wildlife and the bigger picture. Writtle offered Conservation and Environment and at first I enrolled on part-time module study. I have since gone from modular study to Higher Certificate, to Foundation degree and now the Honours degree! I believe this is an extremely courageous, holistic and well thought out course with exceptional teaching standards.

8 BSc (Hons) Conservation and Environment ( Surveying) This vocational course will enable students to develop knowledge and skills in the practices required to play a full and rewarding part in the management and conservation of our natural heritage. Graduates will have a knowledge of the history of land use and conservation practice as well as technical understanding and skills for monitoring, surveying and recording wildlife and habitats. The flexibility of this course means it can be combined with an award option if required. Further details of the award option are on pages 76 and 86. Please see options listed below: for the Conservation Industry Landscapes & Ecosystems Wildlife Identification & Classification Principles & Practice of Ecology Landscape Ecology & Assessment Surveying Biodiversity & Conservation Climate Change & Biodiversity Protected Area Habitat Evaluation & Planning BSc (Hons) Conservation and Environment with Business Essential Business Concepts & Practice Applied Business BSc (Hons) Conservation and Environment with Event History & Principles of Event Planning & Running an Event Types of Events & Contemporary Issues within the Events Industry BSc (Hons) Conservation and Environment with Tree Plant Propagation & Arboriculture 1 The Living Tree Arboriculture 2 Managing Trees FdSc Conservation and Environment These two Foundation degrees provide a sharp focus on either biological surveying or the ecological principles required for the sustainable management of our countryside. Foundation degrees are designed to enable progression into stage-3 BSc (Hons) Conservation and Environment ( Surveying) after completion. STAGE ONE STAGE TWO Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Landscapes & Ecosystems Learning Through Work Foundation Degree Academic & Professional Learning From Work FdSc Conservation and Environment (Ecology and Habitat ) Principles & Practice of Ecology Landscape Ecology & Assessment FdSc Conservation and Environment ( Surveying and Habitat ) Wildlife Identification & Classification Surveying Higher Certificate Conservation and Environment or Higher Certificate Surveying Higher Certificates are a one year full-time or two year part-time course designed to enable students to progress onto Honour degree programmes after completion. Certificate of Continuing Education Surveying or Certificate of Continuing Education Conservation This study route allows students to gain an award by the successful completion of two 30- credit modules from the undergraduate conservation scheme. The course is studied part time. For further information about Conservation Courses please contact: Conservation Admissions Tutor Tel: +44 (0) conservation@writtle.ac.uk

9 Sustainable Food During recent years the general public has developed an increased awareness and knowledge of the food that they eat. Partly this is in response to a plethora of television programmes about the source of many of our foodstuffs (traceability), but also more individuals are showing an interest in what happens to food before it reaches the plate. Coupled with an improved knowledge of the content of food and the effect of diet on health (typified by the adoption of terms such as globesity ), opportunities to work within the food industry are increasing rapidly. In response to this improved awareness and in acknowledgement of the environmental issues caused by transporting food around the globe, the local food business has grown. Whilst the supermarket and the global food market will continue to dominate (and maintain the need for a well-qualified employee), there are increasing opportunities for those seeking employment within food-based Small-Medium sized Enterprises. The Food Industry as a whole is multi-faceted, covering primary producers, food analysts, packaging & processing technologists, marketing specialists, regulatory bodies and those with a specific interest in aspects of food culture. Of course, we all like our food; the opportunities for well-qualified individuals to enter the food industry as a profession are becoming more widespread as interest and awareness improves. For further information about Food Courses please contact: Food Admissions Tutor Tel: +44 (0) food@writtle.ac.uk BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food (Award Option) Writtle College has extensive expertise in primary food production, technology, marketing and retailing, nutrition and sustainability. This programme enables students to develop a knowledge and understanding of many aspects of the food industry. A range of award options allow students to follow a specialist topic. Further details of the award options from this school are on page 86, for other awards see page 76. Please see options listed: BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food (Marketing & Supply Chain ) Product & Packaging Advertising Sales & Promotion Trade & BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food (Business ) Essential Business Post Harvest Physiology & BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food (Farm Livestock ) Livestock BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food (Arable Crop ) Crop Combinable, Root & Alternative Crop Integrated Crop BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food with Global Crop Plant Propagation & Concepts & Practice Farm Livestock Glass & Nursery Fruit & Vegetable Crop Applied Business Integrated Arable Livestock Floriculture Ornamental Plant Primary Food Systems Food and Culture Food Marketing & Retailing Food Science & Sustainable Food Chains Food Regulation & Politics

10 FdSc Sustainable Food This course has been especially developed to offer a holistic approach to Sustainable Food. This Foundation degree has a strong vocational focus, with time spent in an industrial placement. STAGE ONE STAGE TWO Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Primary Food Systems Food Science & Learning Through Work Food & Culture Sustainable Food Chains Learning From Work Higher Certificate Food Studies Both the Higher Certificate and the Foundation Degree are embedded within the full Honours Degree programme. Completion of the Higher Certificate can result in progression to Honour degree programmes. Learning From/Through Work modules are included to ensure that the learner spends time familiarising themselves with the food industry. Both awards are particularly suited to individuals wishing to embark on part-time study, or those who may have previous academic or industrial experience looking for a change in career. Certificate of Continuing Education Food Studies This study route allows students to gain an award by the successful completion of credit modules from the undergraduate food scheme. The course is studied part-time. For course listings and UCAS requirements see page 106. Please see the College website for further details on all courses. Writtle College has extensive expertise in primary food production, technology, marketing and retailing, nutrition and sustainability.