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Horticulture, Landscape & Sportsturf Management
BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
discover the art and science of plant cultivation for human use (Horticulture).
CAO Code DN272
Entry Requirements Irish1, English, Mathematics, One laboratory science subject, Two other recognised subjects.
Leaving Certificate Passes in six subjects including those shown above, of which two must be minimum HC3.
Average CAO Points 2010 400 Minimum CAO Points 2010 350
A-Level/GCSE Passes (GCSE Grade C or above) in six recognised subjects including those above, of which two must be minimum Grade C or above at A-Level.
Guideline Equivalent Average A-Level Grades ACC (A-Level) & a (AS) or equivalent combination
Guideline Equivalent Minimum A-Level Grades CCDD (A-Level) or equivalent combination
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
1 A-Level candidates are usually exempt from the Irish Language Requirement.
focus on the science behind Ireland’s designed landscapes, golf courses, tennis courts and sport pitches (Landscape & Sportsturf Management).
Why is this course for me? Horticulture is the art and science of plant cul- tivation for human use. If you like biology or other science subjects, or you are interested in business studies, home economics or languages then this course may be for you. It will give you an appreciation of the importance of plants for human life. Te course covers the sciences, environmental studies, business, management and communications, and, of course, growing plants. Landscape and Sportsturf Management focuses on the science behind developing and maintaining Ireland’s designed landscapes, golf courses, tennis courts and sport pitches.
Te objectives of this degree are to give you: A Knowledge of the growth, development and protection of plants, and use of plants for food, leisure, sports, social and environmental benefits
A An understanding of horticultural plant production systems and how their components are integrated and managed in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner
What will I study? You will study core science subjects in first year, and then develop your horticulture knowledge with specialist modules.
Other programmes of interest
Agricultural Science
Agri-Environmental Sciences
Forestry
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167 Further information
UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office Agriculture & Food Science Centre Belfield, Dublin 4
First Year Introduction to Horticulture, Landscape and Sportsturf Management • Agricultural Economics • Biology • Chemistry • Physics Second Year Management • Soil Science Basics • Physiological Plant Ecology • Applied Plant Biology • Fundamentals of Horticulture • Health, Welfare and Safety in Agriculture
Third Year Plant Protection • Pests • Soil Science Applications • Plant Diseases: Biology and Control • Landscape, Trees and Shrubs • Professional Work Experience
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ag agandfoodprogrammes@ucd.ie
Fourth Year Food Production: Fruits, Vegetables and Post- Harvest Physiology • Enterprise Development and Strategy • Research Project • Nursery, Garden Centre and Retail Horticulture • Professional Communications
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Tis programme maintains strong links with the horticulture industry. Career opportunities include management, technical advisory, con- sultation, research, quality assurance and sales/ marketing positions, either working for compa- nies or within your own business. Opportunities also exist in state, semi-state, EU and interna- tional organisations. Your transferable skills will make you highly employable in many other industries. You can continue your studies to master’s and PhD degrees.
Professional Work Experience & International Study Opportunities All or part of your five month professional work experience in third year can be taken abroad, with possibilities including Japan, New Zealand, Australia, USA, Britain and Europe. Studying abroad for one semester is also possi- ble at Michigan State University, USA.
Michelle
Murray STUDENT
Te degree is science and management oriented, and this provides a great opportunity for graduates. It is challenging but very stimulating, encompassing every aspect of horticulture and its associated sciences,
and great support systems and encourage- ment are available at every step. I carried out my professional work experience at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, London.
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