Agriculture

These exciting and always evolving courses are perfect for those that are interested in the ever-expanding field (literally in some cases) of the agricultural world. From sustainability and development to breeding and livestock, there is something for every student eager to take their first steps into the vast world of the agricultural industry.

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Get Industry Ready

Whether you are just beginning your journey or are looking to extend your knowledge and sharpen your skills, this qualification could be the gateway to over 200 careers that are available in UK agriculture.

Real Experience

You will have the chance to gain practical and hands on experience at the college farm as well as gain valuable industry knowledge with a range of guest speakers and educational visits.

Tutor and student on farm

Build your career in
Agriculture

Growing or rearing food on an industrial scale takes a lot of skill and dedication, helped along by technology and science. In fact 70% of the jobs in the agricultural industry involve science, engineering or technology, and includes everything from GPS, to drones and even robots. If you’re ambitious, there is real scope to progress in this industry.

The majority of jobs within the world of agriculture involve the outdoors in some way, making the industry a good match for people who like hands-on practical work. Many study areas of the industry also offer the opportunity to learn about and operate machinery, many of which using the latest cutting-edge technology. Most importantly there are real opportunities to specialise and develop your skills as you progress through the course.

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Tractor driving in field

Life on the farm

Follow our Suffolk Rural Farm Instagram page for a closer look at life on our farm. From our excellent facilities to the wide range of animals our learners care for, you’ll see real moments from daily farm life, practical sessions and behind‑the‑scenes activities. Come and follow the journey.

Suffolk Rural Farm Instagram

Facebook page featuring college activities and student life.

Industry Partners

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Fram Farmers Ltd

Gressingham Foods

Home Farm Nacton

Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park

Ransomes Jacobsen

Facilities at Suffolk Rural

Our campus has a wide range of agricultural machinery that learners utilise to carry out all farm operations across 95 acres of grassland, mixed cropping and environmental areas.

We have an excellent selection of workshop facilities, including welding and fabrication areas. Alongside this, our students have the ability to carry out service work (accompanied by staff) on our own fleet of machines.

We also have our recently updated livestock facility which house’s our rare breed Red Poll cattle and allows indoor lambing of our Lleyn sheep. Our other animals include our chickens and Oxford Sandy and Black pigs.

Virtual Barn Tour

Careers in Agriculture

Agriculture News

Three women at Suffolk New College outdoor event holding awards, smiling, with tents and other attendees in the background, celebrating achievement and success.

Learner Stories

Competition that shines a light on future farming talent celebrates tenth anniversary

he next generation of farm leaders were celebrated during a presentation ceremony held at the 2026 Suffolk Show.

May 29, 2026 | 2 min read

Family enjoying a lamb at Suffolk New College's spring fun day, with children and adults engaging in farm activities during the 'lambtastic' event.

Events

College hosts ‘lambtastic’ spring family fun day that attracted thousands

The sun shone, and the smiles beamed at the annual spring family farm day held at Suffolk New College’s Suffolk Rural campus.

March 23, 2026 | 2 min read

Group of female students at Suffolk Rural Farm, highlighting increased female participation in farming courses at Suffolk New College.

Article

Suffolk Rural delighted by rise in female farming student uptake

In 2025/26, the college supports 115, with just under 40% made up of female students.

March 8, 2026 | 3 min read

Help & Support

Moving from school to college can be something of a culture shock. But at Suffolk New College we’ve created a supportive, social environment where you can easily get access to the help and advice you need, make new friends and get the most out of your time with us.

Help & Support

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Employer Engagement & Visits

As part of their course our learners meet with local agriculture employers, visit both arable and livestock farms and attend a range of industry events such as LAMMA, Does Show and the Cereals Show.

Book an Open Event and come visit us!

Come and visit us on one of our college Open Events, where you can find out more about our courses, check out our facilities and speak to current learners and staff.

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Agriculture courses

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Agriculture

Agriculture

1 Year
Full Time
Level 1

Suffolk Rural

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Agriculture

1 Year
Full Time
Level 2

Suffolk Rural

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Agriculture

2 Years
Full Time
Level 3

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