MSc Applied Agricultural Technology

Course overview

The MSc Applied Agricultural Technology focuses on how modern technology is transforming agriculture. Students explore technologies such as: • 🌾 Precision farming • 🤖 Automation and robotics • 📊 Data analytics • 🛰️ GPS/GIS technologies • 🌱 Sustainable farming technologies • 🚜 Smart farming systems • 📡 Remote sensing • 🚗 Autonomous agricultural vehicles • Decision-making using agricultural data The course has a strong practical/industry focus. Students use industry-standard machinery, smart farming systems and specialist software across Harper Adams' commercial farm, research facilities and technology hubs. It also examines the environmental, ethical and economic impacts of agricultural technology and its role in creating sustainable and resilient food systems.

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Duration

1 year

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£20,520 (2026/27)University fee information (opens in a new tab)

Initial deposit

Full year fee

City

Newport, Shropshire

Campus

Edgmond campus

Official course page

https://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/courses/

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements

For MSc entry, Harper Adams currently requires one of: • Honours degree with at least 2:2, or • Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent. So a student with a relevant Pakistani bachelor's degree at an equivalent 2:2 level or above can potentially apply. The course is particularly relevant to backgrounds such as: • Agriculture • Agricultural Engineering • Agronomy • Horticulture • Environmental Sciences • Agricultural Technology • Engineering • Related agricultural/science disciplines The official course page, however, states the general 2:2 Honours degree requirement rather than restricting the MSc to one specific bachelor's subject.

Scholarships & discounts

International postgraduate taught students are eligible to be considered for Harper Adams' Vice-Chancellor's International Award (PG), worth £5,000 off first-year tuition. Students are automatically considered if eligible

Pre-CAS interview

Required

Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process

Stage

Before the initial deposit is paid

Course modules

The MSc is 180 credits and the current programme includes: 1. Global Agricultural Production 2. Soil, Water, Nutrient and Waste Management 3. Data and Decision Making in Agriculture 4. Precision Farming 5. Sustainable Farming Systems 6. Advanced Technologies in Agriculture 7. Experimental Design with Qualitative Analysis 8. Masters Research Project The published Harper Adams timetable confirms modules including Global Agricultural Production, Data & Decision Making, Precision Farming, Sustainable Farming Systems, Advanced Technologies and Experimental Design with Qualitative Analysis. Note: Harper Adams states that optional modules are indicative and may change, and availability can depend on enrolment numbers/resources.