The Royal Agricultural University (RAU)

The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) is a specialist public university dedicated to agricultural, land-based, and environmental education and research. It is located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire in the West of England, United Kingdom. Established in 1845 as the Royal Agricultural College, it was the first institution of its kind in the English-speaking world and later gained full university status in 2013. RAU offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas such as agriculture, rural estate and land management, business, environmental science, equine science, and real estate, with a strong emphasis on practical, industry-relevant learning and forward-thinking research addressing global challenges like food security and sustainability. The university maintains strong connections with industry and employers, providing students with valuable work placements, real-world experience, and opportunities to become leaders and innovators in the agri-food and rural sectors. With an international student community and a close-knit campus environment, RAU prepares graduates for successful careers in agriculture, land management, business, environmental consultancy, and related fields.