Soil is at the heart of almost all food production. This module highlights how knowledge of soils can assist in achieving sustainability and security in food production systems.

Students will learn about the formation, attributes, and function of soils in an agricultural context, with a focus on food production and the key roles of soil management in sustainable food futures. Through a mixture of critical assignments, lectures, case studies, and research, students will gain an understanding of the complexity of soil systems and how their health can be influenced both positively and negatively by human interactions.

This portal is for £200 deposit payments only. Full cost of the module is £1000

This module may be taken as CPD or used towards a range of postgraduate qualifications.

CQFW Level 7 - Masters Level

Course Description

• Soil formation and function
• Soil classification and properties
• Life in the soil
• Soil and production
• Humans impact on soils
• Soil ecosystems and the environment
• Sustainable soil management
• Technologies and soil management

 

This module is eligible for 30 Basis Points

 

If you are based in Wales you may be able to claim 80% of the fees for this module from Farming Connect.   Contact your development officer for details.