UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition
“I come from a farm forestry background and have been interested in the Irish forestry industry from a young age. The forestry degree covers a broad range of science and forestry based modules for careers in forest research, forest planning, forest management, and beyond. Professional work experience is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical hands on experience in the forest sector. My PWE provided me an opportunity to work with Coillte Teoranta here in Ireland and with the Icelandic Forest Service (Skógrækt ríkisins). The fourth and final year of the forestry degree is very assessment and project based. As part of final year students also carry out a research project, this is an opportunity to pick a research area or aspect that is of interest to you. Students also have the opportunity to visit the Blackforest in Germany; this is a fantastic opportunity to see large scale forest plantations, mills and harvesting operations.”
Mary Clifford Graduate CAO Code DN271
Why is this course for me? Forestry is the science, art and practice of managing forests. Carbon sequestration, timber production, renewable energy resources, wildlife management, urban forestry, adaptation for climate change, and the conservation of genetic resources are all aspects of modern forestry that are covered in the course. Also covered are the protection and enhancement of biodiversity, soils and water quality, as they are highly relevant in the creation and management of forests that provide society with essential goods and services. Foresters employ the latest information and communication technology, such as geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, forest growth modelling and decision support systems to support good management and sustainable practice, and the course provides a good introduction to this technology.
What will I study? A broad science-based first year is followed by forestry-focused topics in subsequent years. Fourth year is largely project-based and allows students to combine all of their accumulated skills and knowledge, while further developing their ability to communicate effectively.
First Year Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Physics ¬Mathematics ¬ Economics ¬ Trees & Forests in Ireland ¬ Elective modules
Second Year Soil Science ¬ Plant Ecology ¬ Tree Structure & Function ¬ Principles of Forestry ¬ Professional Forestry Practice ¬ Elective modules
Third Year Forest Management ¬ Forest Establishment ¬ Forest Protection ¬ GIS & Remote Sensing ¬
UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office Agriculture & Food Science Centre Belfield, Dublin 4
Wood Science ¬ Elective modules ¬ Professional Work Experience
Fourth Year GIS & Forest Inventory ¬ Forest Management Plan ¬ GIS & Experimental Design¬Scientific Research Project ¬ Elective modules
Students spend approximately 40 hours a week attending field work sessions and tutorials, and undertake independent study.
Assessment includes continuous assessment (e.g. class tests, essays) and end-of-semester written examinations. In your final year, assessments are largely based on the project reports.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Forestry graduates find employment in all areas of the sector, including:
– State and semi-state agencies – Forest management and consultancy – Wood processing and renewable energy – Environmental agencies – Education and research – Forestry contractors
Many graduates set up their own forestry businesses. Other opportunities include information technology, land-use planning and financial services. Research to master’s and PhD levels is available.
Professional Work Experience (PWE) & International Study Opportunities Forestry students complete five months’ PWE and are encouraged to experience both Irish forestry and forestry in a foreign country.
In third year, a number of forestry students have studied for a semester in:
– Michigan State University, USA – Purdue University, USA – Iowa State University, USA
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CAO Points Range 2015 360—460 Length of Course 4 Years Places 20
Entry Requirements English ¬ Irish ¬ Mathematics ¬ One laboratory science subject ¬ Two other recognised subjects
Leaving Certificate You must obtain a minimum of Grade H5 in two subjects and a minimum of Grade O6/ H7 in the remaining four subjects
A-Level/GCSE See
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Other EU Applicants see
www.ucd.ie/myucd/eu
Non-EU Applicants see
www.ucd.ie/myucd/noneu
Level 5/6 FETAC Entry Routes Yes, see
www.ucd.ie/myucd/fetac
Level 6/7 Progression Routes Yes, see
www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac
Mature Entry Route Yes, see page 188
Forestry BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
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