Course overview
MSc Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security is a postgraduate (master's) course in life sciences at Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full time, with intakes in September; January.
Royal Agricultural University is a public institution, ranked 109th of 130 UK universities in the Complete University Guide (UK) 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Royal Agricultural University (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Cirencester, United Kingdom |
| Course | MSc Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Life Sciences |
| Duration | 1 year full time |
| Tuition per year | £22,000 (≈ ₹26.8 lakh) |
| Intakes | September; January |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5, or equivalent |
Interested in MSc Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £22,000 a year, about ₹26.8 lakh.
Overseas full-time MSc fee for 2026/27 applicants (including January 2027); one-year course, so this is the full-time cost
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
82.1%
Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24
Average (median) salary
£28,900
≈ ₹35.3 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Environmental consultant
- Ecologist
- Sustainability consultant
- Environmental manager
- Nature conservation officer
- Water quality scientist
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
AECOM
Arup
Jacobs
WSP
Arcadis
GHD
Ramboll
Iberdrola
Mott MacDonald
Siemens
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Royal Agricultural University for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- An honours degree at 2:2 or above, or an overseas equivalent, or relevant professional qualifications or experience.
- Non-standard applicants send a personal statement and CV and may be interviewed.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5, or equivalent.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (MSc) | 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5 (course pages); UKVI version for Student visa applicants. |
| IELTS Academic (other levels) | The English requirements page lists tiers from 6.0 overall (no component below 5.5) upwards; check the tier for your course. |
| PTE Academic | From 60 overall with no element below 59, depending on the course. |
| TOEFL iBT / Duolingo | TOEFL from 4.5 out of 6 (tests after 1 January 2026) and Duolingo from 115, depending on the course. |
| Class 12 English | The English requirements page does not mention an Indian Class 12 waiver; ask admissions. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September; January.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, or degree transcripts and certificate
- IELTS Academic (UKVI) or equivalent English result
- Personal statement and CV (non-standard applicants)
Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor's Global Impact Scholarship
PG
Value: Up to £1,500 towards tuition for one year
Fee-paying international offer holders on a full-time taught MSc, 2026/27.
Official pageEducation Future International Scholarship
UG and PG
Value: INR 2–10 lakh
Indian nationals; listed on the RAU scholarships page as open.
Official pageInternational Referral Programme
UG and PG
Value: £500 to the new international student (and £500 to the referrer)
New international students referred by an RAU alumnus or current student.
Official page
About Royal Agricultural University
The Royal Agricultural University (RAU), which dates its history to 1845, has its main campus in the Cotswolds, near Cirencester. With around 1,100 students, it describes itself as more like a community than a campus. Its degrees cover agriculture, agricultural business, business management, real estate and rural land management, environment, equine science and cultural heritage.
For Indian students the main draw is the one-year MSc range in sustainable agriculture and food security, agricultural technology and innovation, agroecology and business management, with September and January starts. Student visa holders must study full time and attend in person.
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More courses at Royal Agricultural University
- MSc Agricultural Technology & Innovation1 year full time · £22,000 / year
- MSc Business Management1 year full time · £22,000 / year
- BSc (Hons) Agriculture3 years full time (placement and foundation year versions available) · £16,950 / year
- BSc (Hons) Business Management3 years full time · £16,950 / year
- BSc (Hons) Real Estate3 years full time (RICS accredited) · £16,950 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for MSc Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security at Royal Agricultural University?
The tuition for international students is £22,000 a year (about ₹26.8 lakh). Overseas full-time MSc fee for 2026/27 applicants (including January 2027); one-year course, so this is the full-time cost. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security?
The course takes 1 year full time.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5, or equivalent. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September; January. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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