Plumpton Degree Course
A fast-track degree, built with us, leading straight into real client work.
Study a full BSc (Hons) in Rural Land & Business Management in two years rather than three, developed with Batcheller Monkhouse from the start and combined with real experience in practice.
About the course
The BSc (Hons) Rural Land & Business Management is a fast-track degree run by Plumpton College, validated by the University of Greenwich and accredited by RICS. Batcheller Monkhouse played a key role in developing the course from the start, and continues to work closely with Plumpton to place students in real client work alongside their studies. It’s open to those with typical A-level or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, and Plumpton also welcomes applications from mature students with relevant industry experience or those sponsored by an employer, so it is a genuine route in whether you are coming straight from school or changing career.
- Full BSc (Hons) degree completed in two years rather than three
- Block teaching: one week on campus, three weeks remote study and work
- Leads toward full membership of RICS and CAAV
- (Fees currently £10,800 per year for the accelerated route, as per Plumpton, correct at time of publishing)
What our students say
Kaddy Taylor
“Batcheller Monkhouse has played a key role in this course from the start, letting us apply the theory we learn to real client situations, reinforcing it in a way nothing else could. Being part of the very first cohort, it’s clear this is a practical, viable route into rural surveying.”
Thomas Playfoot
“Being part of the inaugural cohort has been fantastic to watch. The partnership with Batcheller Monkhouse has given me real experience in practice while away from Plumpton, which is vital for anyone undertaking a degree of this structure. I’d highly recommend it for a quicker, cheaper pathway to RICS Chartership.”
Georgia Hillyard
“After 20 years in commercial property, moving into rural land management is a big but exciting change. Wanting to keep working while building my academic knowledge made the opportunity with Batcheller Monkhouse especially valuable. Since joining in early 2026, I’ve already gained real rural sector insight ahead of starting the degree in September.”
Prefer to start working straight away?
The Plumpton route suits those who want to gain a degree alongside real experience. If you would rather go straight into practice after graduating, or you are already qualified and looking for your next step, our Graduate Training Scheme is the more direct route into a career with us.
Ready to start your Plumpton journey?
Applications go through Plumpton College and UCAS. We are here throughout, from your first year on the course to your first instruction in practice.