Founded over 175 years ago, the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) has been at the forefront of agricultural education and a major contributor to the land sector ever since. The University is based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire and works with industry to offer courses designed to meet market demand for land-based expertise. RAU has over 1,000 students studying agriculture, environment, horse science, food, real estate, rural land management and related subjects. RAU postgraduate degrees are validated by the University of Gloucestershire and open the way for students to interact with a large and diverse postgraduate community. RAU’s attractive campus is located in the heart of Costwolds, just a few minutes’ walk from the city of Cirencester, a vibrant cultural center set in beautiful countryside.