UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition
“The AES course at UCD is a well-balanced course, which is equipping students to meet the challenges of the job market and serious environmental issues facing the ambitious targets for agricultural production set by the Irish Government.”
External Examiner’s Report
Agri- Environmental Sciences
BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) CAO Code DN253
CAO Points Range 2014 390 — 510 Length of Course 4 Years Places 20
Entry Requirements English ¬ Irish ¬ 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
A-Level/GCSE See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/alevel
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 182
Why is this course for me? This degree focuses on sustainable management of natural resources (plants, animals, air, soils and water) within the context of agriculture and other land-based industries, and protection of the rural environment for future generations. This specialist applied science degree will equip you for a career at the interface between production agriculture and environmental protection, to give you:
– An understanding of rural environmental issues in Ireland, the EU and worldwide
– A detailed knowledge of sustainable agriculture and land management practice
– The skills to contribute in farming and land-use industries, as either a scientist, planner or policymaker
– First-hand experience of agri- environmental research as a basis for further studies
– Interpersonal and professional skills required in a wide range of career paths
What will I study?
First Year Focuses on teaching basic sciences relevant to agriculture (especially biology and chemistry) and provides an introduction to rural land-use systems and environmental issues.
Second Year Focuses on the principles of crop and animal production and applied agri-environmental sciences. Modules include: Ecology ¬Plant Biology ¬Soil Science ¬ Applied Zoology ¬ Microbiology ¬ Genetics ¬Biotechnology
Other courses of interest Agricultural Science
Forestry
Horticulture, Landscape & Sportsturf Management
Animal & Crop Production
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ag 168
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On completion of second year, you have the opportunity to develop real-world scientific field skills through participation in a week- long residential field course in the Burren, Co. Clare.
Third & Fourth Year Focuses on the environmental impacts of agriculture while learning practical field and lab-based skills in landscape analysis using GIS, as well as becoming familiar with national and international policies to protect rural environments. In fourth year, you complete a supervised research project and produce a thesis. This provides an opportunity to study a topic of your own choice more deeply, and gain practical experience of research and scientific writing.
Students spend an average of 40 hours per week attending lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based practical classes, and in undertaking independent study.
A combination of continuous assessment and end-of-semester written examinations is used. A number of modules also involve written assignments and/or project-based work.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Many AES graduates follow career paths as environmental consultants. Others work in State agencies that require both agricultural and environmental management skills, including: Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine ¬ Teagasc ¬ Environmental Protection Agency ¬National Parks & Wildlife Service ¬ Local authorities
A high proportion of AES graduates go on to further studies at postgraduate level.
Professional Work Experience (PWE) & International Study Opportunities A five-month period of structured PWE takes place in third year.
You can also elect to study abroad for one semester, at universities including: University of California, USA ¬University of Queensland, Australia ¬Purdue University, USA
UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office Agriculture & Food Science Centre Belfield, Dublin 4
agandfoodprogrammes@ucd.ie +353 1 716 7194
facebook.com/UCDAgFood @UCDAgFood
“Two unique aspects of this course are PWE and the final year project. PWE is excellent in terms of the development of skills applicable to the working world. The final year project was very memorable. You are free to carry out research in an area that interests you, with one-on-one guidance from a lecturer specialising in the field.”
John Porter Graduate
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