Founded in 1893, Writtle University College has been producing leaders in land-based industries and organisations for more than 120 years.

Writtle is one of the oldest expert institutions in the UK and offers a diversity of land-based, design and sport courses at several levels of academic study involving Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Further Education, Short Courses and Apprenticeships. We also ensure students with the options of being able to study certain courses on a part-time basis.

Personal

We value students as individuals here at Writtle. We recognise that every single one of our students will have several requirements and career ambitions; this is why we supply they are given the attention needed in order to succeed their aims.

Specialist

Writtle is one of the oldest suppliers of specialist education in the UK and offers a range of land-based, environmental, animal, design and sport courses at various levels of academic study including Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Further Education, Short Courses and Apprenticeships. We also provide students with the option of being able to study certain courses on a part-time basis.

Reputation

Writtle University College attracts students locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Our facilities and resources, based on our picturesque campus of approximately 200 hectares, are used to enhance the student learning experience, enabling them to obtain both theory and practical abilities whilst studying with us.

Awards

Writtle has a history for achieving excellence and being recognised a market leader. We have award-winning alumni that have gone on to become leaders in their industry. Our Horticulture and Floristry departments have enjoyed achievement at events such as Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, Chelsea Garden Show and the Ideal Young Gardeners competition.

Location

Writtle is situated on a stunning 220 hectare estate. The matchless location of our campus means we are also just two miles from the city of Chelmsford, just 35 minutes from Central London (to the West) and 35 minutes away from the coastal town of Southend-on-Sea (to the East).