BSc Agriculture
(Crop Production Management)

This innovative degree programme aims to educate students in contemporary international agriculture who, upon graduation, will be able to apply their advanced and specialized skills to the management of agricultural enterprises and the quality enhancement of agricultural products. The aim is to produce high-quality graduates such as agricultural advisors; agronomists, nutritionists, and farm and enterprise managers with all-around abilities to meet the requirements of an increasingly diverse and technologically advanced agricultural industry in Uzbekistan and the rest of the world.

Course content

The BSc (Hons) degree in Agriculture (Crop Production Management) produces graduates who understand the complexity of modern crop production and crop protection, and who are capable of work within the sector in a variety of roles. Graduates will have been exposed to a range of agricultural practices including practical work within the crop production sector. This will have developed and honed their vocational skills and competencies.  They will have gained comprehensive knowledge and understanding of crop production, crop protection, and management and business principles. They will be confident and capable of applying their subject knowledge to assist with the practical application of production and protection methods, evaluating and applying modern technology and making management decisions to optimise production and propose effective solutions to common industry problems within the arable sector including, in the Uzbekistan and internationally.

Modules

All our programmes provide practical skills and training opportunities, a focus on innovation and guidance for personal growth and development, insights into global challenges and perspectives, and the development and integration of research-informed teaching. Module content is designed to address the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, reflecting our shared commitment to the national and global challenges of sustainability, climate change and reduced carbon / net zero aims.

Year one

Livestock Science
Crop Production Science
Soil and Environmental Science
Crop Production
Introduction to Food Production
English for Academic Purposes II (EAPII)
Livestock Husbandry
Global Business Environment

Year two

Agricultural Mechanisation and Farm Buildings
Personal and Professional Development Skills and Employability
Land, Property and Woodland Management
Introduction to Research Skills
Integrated Crop Systems and Agronomy
Fresh Produce Production
Animal Production and Management
Grassland and Forage Production

Year three

Research Project / Dissertation
Technological, Nature-Based and Information Management Solutions
Sustainable Agricultural Intensification
Applied Agri-Finance
Organic and Regenerative Agriculture
Advances in Crop Science and Production
Advances in Livestock Health and Production

Careers and graduate destinations

Upon graduation, students are aware of the importance of the pillars of sustainability, animal welfare and soil management to the success of the agricultural industry and the complex interaction between elements within an enterprise, and how these can be utilised to produce sustainable performance that has a positive impact on the success of the parent business.

You could progress into a range of careers including:

Entry requirements

Students completing successfully the BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Foundation Year) can progress to the BSc Farm Business Management degree. Meanwhile, the following standard University entry requirements will be appropriate for those who didn’t complete the Foundation Year of the current programme:

1. IELTS Academic (UKVI version) min. overall 6.0 with no element below 5.5 or the equivalent of either:

Please note that University offers a Corinium Language Associates examination (developed on demand to test candidates of the International Agriculture University) for those who don’t have the above-mentioned certificates on a paid basis.

2. 104 UCAS Tariff points or the equivalent of either:

Fees

The tuition fee for the BSc Farm Business Management is 28 000 000 UZS per year (can be paid quarterly).

Tuition fees cover the cost of a student’s academic studies. This usually includes teaching costs, registration and examination fees (not repeat or trailing modules, re-sit fees or coursework resubmission). Any costs associated with work placements will be the student’s responsibility.

Scholarships

The International Agriculture University offers scholarships and grants for only local students. Grantees will have an opportunity to study undergraduate courses with 0 tuition fee, covered by the Ministry of Agriculture. Currently, local students of the International Agriculture University are able to apply for scholarships from the Ministry of Agriculture and more.



Jakhongir Alimov

Subject Area Leader

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BSc Agriculture (Crop Production Management)