Introduction
Explore how fresh food and flowers are grown and transported, and approaches to sustainability, with our MSc Crop Production (Horticulture) at ARU Writtle.
The production horticulture industry has seen great change in recent years, in terms of technology, production techniques, and where and how crops are grown.
With population growth and climate change, it’s vital to continue investigating new growing systems and crops which can be grown sustainably.
As a student at ARU Writtle you’ll have access to a research glasshouse, our campus farm and the Postharvest Unit, which undertakes research and trials with commercial companies. We’ll also arrange visits to growers and post-harvest facilities.
This gives you the opportunity to study a range of crops and develop an understanding of the supply chain from field through to sale.
On campus, you’ll hear from visiting speakers and build your awareness of the latest trends and research in industry.
Our Masters degree is ideal if you want to develop your knowledge of crop production, and take the next step in your career.
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Fees and paying for university
Facilities
Specialist facilities and resources
Study at ARU Writtle and:
- access our research glasshouse, campus farm, and Postharvest Unit which undertakes research and trials in conjunction with commercial companies
- examine crop growing using campus resources, and through visits to growers and postharvest facilities
- hear about the latest industry trends and research from visiting speakers.
Outstanding student support
Join our postgraduate student community and:
- learn from expert staff who will guide your research interests and career development
- benefit from extensive library and IT resources
- receive full support from our Employability Service, while you're studying with us and after you graduate
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.
Lecturers
Henry Matthews
Senior Lecturer
Careers
On successful completion of this MSc Crop Production degree, you'll posses 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.
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Life in Writtle
Close to major cities, ARU Writtle is located on a picturesque 150-hectare campus in the heart of the Essex countryside.
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