Animal & Crop Production

Programme Short Name:	BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Load (FT vs PT):	Full Time
Levels (UG, G, etc):	Undergraduate studies
Course Information:	CAO Code: DN250 ACP CAO Points Range 2015: 470 - 600 Length of Course: 4 Years DN250 Places: 160 Leaving Certificate: Passes in six subjects including English, Irish, Mathematics, one laboratory science subject & two other recognised subjects. Two of the six subjects must be minimum HC3. Click below for equivalent entry requirements information for: A-Level/GCSE Other EU Applicants Non-EU Applicants Level 5/6 FETAC Entry Routes Level 6/7 Progression Routes Mature Entry Route
Why is this course for me?	This degree gives you a broad knowledge of the science and business of both animal and crop production and their interactions in a constantly changing environment. You’ll develop: Knowledge of the growth, development and improvement of farm animals and crops Knowledge of the agribusiness industry The capacity to formulate economical and sustainable animal and crop production systems The capacity for lifelong learning so you remain informed of evolving technical, economic and regulatory frameworks Communication and IT skills
What will I study?	First year concentrates on developing the basic sciences, before the focus moves to more applied sciences. You can also choose elective modules, while the facilities at the UCD Research Farm are widely used as teaching aids. Modules include: First Year Chemistry Physics Mathematics Biology Introduction to Animal and Crop Science Second Year Soil Science Microbiology Applied Plant Biology Animal Nutrition Genetics and Biotechnology Third Year Animal Breeding and Reproduction Plant Diseases Professional Work Experience Farm Business Management Fourth Year Ruminant and Non-ruminant Animal Production Grass and Cereal Production Professional Communications Animal Nutrition Students spend an average of 40 hours a week attending lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based practicals, and undertake independent study. In the final year, students make regular visits to UCD’s Lyons Research Farm to get hands-on practical experience. A combination of continuous assessment and end-of-semester written examinations is used. Certain modules also require project work. For detailed information on subject content click here.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities	Graduates are employed in a wide variety of areas such as: Agribusiness Consultancy Semi-state or government agencies Financial services Print, radio and television media This is also a very suitable degree if you intend to pursue full-time farming or combine part-time farming with a professional career. Research opportunities to master’s and PhD level are available.
Professional Work Experience & International Study Opportunities	Between January and August in third year you undertake a period of PWE in Ireland or abroad. You can also study abroad in semester one of third year, at universities including: University of California, USA Kansas State University, USA University of Queensland, Australia Purdue University, USA Michigan State University, USA
Student Profile	Each year, the ACP course has become more interesting. The lecturers involved are experts in their field. Studying the various subjects gives a huge insight into production systems, and business aspects and trends. “The ACP course has been a great experience, broadened my horizons and made me aware of the many opportunities there are for graduates in this field. Not only have I been able to learn from the best lecturers in Agriculture, I have also been facilitated in every way possible to compete at the highest level of my chosen sport, GAA Handball. The lecturers and the UCD Ad Astra Elite Athlete Academy have made it possible for me to compete at the world championships and on the US Pro tour. The highlight of this course for me was the opportunity to study abroad and to carry out professional work experience. During third year I studied in Texas A&M for the first semester before doing 30 weeks of placement on different farms and with various agricultural organisations and businesses such as Teagasc, ICOS and Tipperary Co-op. ” Martin Mulkerrins, Student
Related Programs:	Agricultural Science Animal Science - Equine Crop Science Dairy Business
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Contact Information:	UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office Agriculture & Food Science Centre Belfield, Dublin 4 Tel: +353 1 716 7194 Email: agandfoodprogrammes@ucd.ie
Categories:	Animal & Crop Production Crop production