Royal Agricultural University

About

The Royal Agricultural University is situated in the South Western County of Gloucestershire. It was initially set up following a meeting of the Fairford and Cirencester Famers’ Club that took place in 1842. The institution officially began functioning in 1845 thanks to the Royal Charter from Queen Victoria. In the beginning, they had just 25 students. It wasn’t until 2013 that they gained their current name and university status. The university sits on a beautiful 25-acre site that is surrounded by the rolling hills of Cotswolds located in downtown Cirencester.

The campus has incredible administrative, support, residential, and academic facilities in addition to green spaces. It also has a range of athletic facilities such as outdoor fields, courts, and an all-weather pitch. Their library is vast, containing more than 40,000 printed volumes and e-books. Some of the other facilities the campus has include a health center, chapel, IT services, eating outlets, and IT services. They provide a range of doctorate, postgraduate and undergraduate level courses in various topics. These topics include environment, equine science, food, agriculture, rural land management, real estate, and more. They have a student population of more than 1,100.

Postgraduate Programs They Run

The Royal Agricultural University has a range of postgraduate-level degree programs to choose from. They span topics such as agricultural technology and innovation, innovation in sustainable food and agriculture, business management, conservation and management, food security, policy, real estate, and more. The award classifications their postgraduate courses offer include Master of Science (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). These postgraduate-level degree programs can be completed on a part-time or full-time basis.

Admissions Process

Students looking to study full-time undergraduate courses should apply via the UCAS. It is vital to include the correct institution and course codes, these can be found on the Royal Agricultural University website. Once you have sent your application, the university will be in touch with you to update you on the progress of your application.

Postgraduate applicants can apply to courses at the Royal Agricultural University directly on the website. Simply go to find a course and hit the apply now button. You will then be brought to an online application form which you can fill out. If you are applying for part-time courses, you can make your application in the same way. The university will then review your application and revert back to you.

Accommodation

The Royal Agricultural University has numerous student accommodation options on campus. They have a mix of self-catered and catered accommodation and different room types. These room types include en-suite rooms, standard rooms with shared bathroom facilities as well as quiet bedrooms for those looking for a more tranquil setting. You will have security on-campus and free internet access.

In addition, you will be close to all campus services as well as amenities such as two cafes, restaurants, libraries, a laundrette, sports facilities, and a university shop. There is also a housekeeping service which means your bedroom and the communal areas are cleaned on a daily basis. Additionally, there is free parking at the student accommodation. Your room will have a bed, wardrobe, notice board, shelving, a desk, and a chair. The kitchen and living areas are communal. To book accommodation here, visit the Royal Agricultural University website.

Scholarships and Financial Support

The Royal Agricultural University provides a number of scholarships to help students in paying their fees. Some of these include the Geoffrey Cragghill Memorial Scholarship, the Clyde Higgs Postgraduate Scholarship, the GREAT Scholarships, the Vice Chancellor’s Overseas Excellence Scholarships, the RAU Sports Scholarships, and more. To find out more about the scholarships available, visit the Royal Agricultural University website. Here you will see the entry requirements for each scholarship as well as details on how to apply.

Contact Info

For general enquiries, call +44 (0)1285 889912 or email admissions@rau.ac.uk