Royal Agricultural University

Cirencester United Kingdom

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The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) has been at the forefront of agricultural education and a key contributor to the land-based sector for 180 years. We pride ourselves in combining knowledge and industry connections with an innovative, forward-thinking approach.

Why study at Royal Agricultural University?

Established in 1845, the RAU has a wealth of experience. Our academics work closely with business leaders and employers to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to start their careers.

The current global challenges of food security, climate change and Brexit provide unprecedented opportunities for the land-based sector and, importantly, for our students.

Every year, more than 100 students spend part of their course gaining a practical insight into the working world, expanding their employability skills and their network of contacts, thanks to placements across multiple sectors.

RAU graduates leave prepared for successful careers in their chosen field, whether that be leading innovation and change in industry, informing future land-based policy, or setting up their own businesses.

308

postgraduate students

38

courses

1

Scholarship listed on FindAMasters

2nd

in the UK in the 2025 Whatuni Student Choice Awards in the Small or Specialist category

Cirencester United Kingdom

main campus

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About Royal Agricultural University

Our vision is to be the UK's global university for sustainable farming and land management, enabling communities locally, nationally and across the world to thrive in harmony with nature.

We will pursue our vision by focusing on three outcomes which run through all that we do. These goals and measures of success are:

Quality

A global reputation for excellence and leadership across our teaching, research and engagement.
All our programmes are market leaders
Our graduates are prized by employers
Our staff develop into recognised leaders within their disciplines
Professional bodies seek our expertise and help

Reach

A growing, diverse and inclusive community of students and partners in the UK and internationally.
Increase in student applications to study in the UK
Attracting more students from under-represented groups
Growth in transnational education
Growing partnerships with like-minded organisations

Sustainability

A showcase for sustainable and resilient management, through our land and estate, our finances, and our culture.
Physical transformation of our estate
Generating sufficient revenues to reinvest
Material progress towards achieving net zero
Our staff enjoy working here

Graduate Outcomes Survey results:

(15 months after completion of degree)

88% of Graduates were in employment and/or further study 15 months after graduation
86% of Graduates with a known disability were in employment and/or further study 15 months after graduation
75% of Postgraduates were in highly skilled employment
85% of Postgraduates were in highly skilled employment and/or further study 15 months after graduation

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024

We have been ranked in the:

Top 200 for Zero Hunger
Top 300 for Life on Land
The 2024 THE Impact Rankings assess universities' roles in research, management, academic services, and teaching related to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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