158 Agri-Environmental Sciences BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
focus on the environment and agriculture, in Ireland and globally.
CAO Code DN250 AES
Entry Requirements See page 156 for DN250 entry requirements.
Length of Programme 4 Years
Progression Entry Routes FETAC Entry Route — Yes See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/fetac
IT Transfer Route — Yes See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/transfer
Why is this course for me? Tis programme focuses on the sustainable management of natural resources (plants, ani- mals, air, soils and water) in primary industries, and on protection of the rural environment for future generations.
Tis specialist and highly applied science degree will give you:
A An understanding of rural environmental issues in Ireland, the EU and worldwide
A A detailed knowledge of sustainable agriculture and rural land management
A Te skills to contribute in future farming and land use industries, as either a scientist, planner or policy-maker
A First-hand experience of agri-environmental research as a basis for further studies
A Interpersonal and professional skills required by many other careers
What will I study? First Year
Focuses on basic sciences (especially Biology and Chemistry) and an introduction to environmental issues.
Other programmes of interest
Agricultural Science Forestry
156 167
Horticulture, Landscape & Sportsturf Management 168
Engineering Technology 161 Further information
UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office Agriculture & Food Science Centre Belfield, Dublin 4
Second Year Focuses on the Principles of Crop and Animal Production Systems, and applied sciences, including: Ecology • Plant Biology • Soil Science • Applied Zoology • Microbiology • Genetics • Biotechnology You will also participate in a week-long residen- tial field course in the Burren, Co. Clare, using your developing scientific skills.
Third & Fourth Year
Enhance your understanding of the impacts of modern agriculture, learn practical environmen- tal management skills and become familiar with national and international policy instruments to protect rural environments. In fourth year you complete a substantial, supervised research project and produce a thesis on a topic of choice. Tese provide you with an opportunity to focus
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more deeply on an area of your own interest, and experience the process of research and scientific writing.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Many AES graduates work as environmen- tal consultants; others work in state agencies, including: A Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Food
A Teagasc A Environmental Protection Agency A National Parks & Wildlife Service A Local authorities
Professional Work Experience & International Study Opportunities Five months’ professional work experience takes place in third year. You can also study abroad for one semester, at universities including: A University of California, USA
A University of Melbourne, Australia A Purdue University, USA
I took a semester at Berkeley University in California, and conducted fieldwork in Tanzania. Choosing the Agri-Environmental Sciences programme has been a great adventure and a decision I’ve never regretted! You can
expect to take a wide range of science, applied science and practical-based modules that will both challenge and stimulate you.
acquire skills and knowledge in sustainable agriculture and rural land management.
contribute to the future of farming, environmental conservation, and management and research.
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