Welcome to the RAU Alumni Community

As a former student of the Royal Agricultural University / RAC you are part of a global network of over 17,000 former students. We want you to benefit from a lifelong connection with the University and each other, sharing experiences, and expertise and help to shape our future. We are here to support you and there are lots of ways to get involved.

Please do contact by emailing us at alumni@rau.ac.uk or say hello at +44 (0)1285 889858

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Connecting with Wildlife

Developing wildlife habitats across Cirencester's education quarter to connect wildlife populations, benefit protected species and invest in our community, environment, wellbeing and prosperity. 

Build a business at the Cotswolds’ first Growth Hub. 

Located in the stunning grounds of The Royal Agricultural University at The Alliston Centre, The Growth Hub Cirencester is the perfect place to get business support, work, and meet like-minded business professionals in a relaxed atmosphere.

Gain practical and leadership skills as well as necessary knowledge and understanding to manage countryside, wildlife, and rural heritage sites.

Our graduates have gone on to work for prestigious organisations such as The Wildlife Trust, The National Trust, RSPB, and The Forestry Commission. You will deepen your understanding of the living and physical environment and promote working in partnership with land managers to contribute to sustainable management for the future.

Gain practical and leadership skills as well as necessary knowledge and understanding to manage countryside, wildlife, and rural heritage sites.

This page provides information for students, parents, teachers and advisers about our work with schools and colleges and the various events we hold with them.

Resources for schools and colleges 

We are very happy to deliver live sessions either in school or online. Visit our resource hub to see some of our pre-recorded presentations covering the topics we are asked about most regularly.