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We are part of the School of Agriculture, Policy and Development.

The School has a world-class reputation for research. 

We are ranked 5th in the UK for Agriculture and Forestry (in the Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026) and are the highest placed UK University for Agriculture and Forestry at 19th in the world (QS World Rankings by Subject, Agriculture and Forestry, 2026).

Visit our PhD pages

Our PhDs are offered at School-level. Please visit our School PhD pages for more information

Our facilities

Develop your research and practical skills at one of our University-owned farms, or in the laboratories and glasshouses located on our award-winning campus.

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Meet the team

Meet our community of staff, who are experts in crop, horticultural and livestock sciences.
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Our research

Our research is driven by key global challenges and aligns closely with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. We are the highest placed UK University for Agriculture and Forestry at 19th in the world (QS World Rankings by Subject, Agriculture and Forestry, 2026).