University Courses

Discover our land & environment degree courses

Join a community of like-minded individuals passionate about sustainability, the future of our planet and food security. Our science-based courses are designed to give you an immersive learning experience and allow you to confidently step into the world of work, equipped with the knowledge and skills to excel. We work in partnership with leading professional bodies and institutions, opening the door to meaningful and fulfilling careers. We’d love to talk to you at our next Open Event.

Come and experience immersive teaching, where we bring theory to life. Study in the heart of the South Downs National Park, a stone’s throw from Brighton. Benefit from small class sizes and excellent campus facilities.

We have proudly partnered with the University of Greenwich who have accredited all of our degree level courses. View more information about our partnership here

Supporting your higher education journey

We’re here to help you through the transition to your university course. From advice and guidance on how to apply to getting you ready for your first day. You can apply directly through UCAS for full time higher education courses. Don’t worry if you’ve missed the deadline, contact our friendly admissions team today.

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Student Collection Notice 2022-23

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Widening Participation

Our courses are designed to be taught to people from all backgrounds. We believe that our degree courses are both challenging and enjoyable, enabling social mobility and providing improved work and life opportunities.

These links set this out and provide documents detailing our Access and Participation Plan, a summary of this in plain language and a breakdown of our students’ degree results from last year.

Access and Participation Plan 20-21 to 24-25

Access and Participation Plan Summary 20-21 to 24-25

Fee Summary 2024/25

News & Updates

Clearing now open!

Changed your mind about what university course you want to study or are exploring new options, then Clearing is for you. Immerse yourself in an education for a changing world with Plumpton College.

Clearing is open and ready for application in these courses below:

- Applied Animal Behaviour & Welfare Top-up BSc (Hons)
- Sustainable Horticulture Management
- Sustainable Land Management FdSc
- Veterinary Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
- Viticulture & Oenology BSc (Hons)
- Wine Production FdSc
- Wine Business FdA

Work begins on New Institute of Technology

Work is well underway at Plumpton College to build a new Veterinary Nursing & Therapies Centre as part of the South East Institute of Technology.

The 4.4 million-pound project will redevelop the current Animal Management & Veterinary Training Centres with up-to-date specialist facilities including an Animal Education Centre, new clinical training suite designed to facilitate clinical operation, virtual dissection tables and new classrooms.  

Campus accommodation

We’re very proud of our campus accommodation at Plumpton College. Our excellent residential facilities accommodate up to 200 students in modern comfortable rooms. Rated by Ofsted as ‘Outstanding’ across all areas, you’ll find them a fantastic place to stay.

Science graduate, sommelier, or looking to develop a business?

We are proud to be the UK’s centre of excellence in wine education, training and research, delivering degree taught in English.

Excel in the global industry of wine and study one of our many wine courses either full-time or part-time. Study the science of wine business, winemaking or wine production and launch into an exciting career with endless possibilities.

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