Agricultural Systems Technology

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 ENT 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?	Engineering Technology covers broad areas of mechanisation, environmental technology and processing technology for agri-food and related industries. This degree will give you a global perspective and understanding of: How engineering science helps to develop these technologies How to produce, harvest, process, preserve and distribute biological products (plant and animal) in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way
What will I study?	The degree is based on a core of scientific modules including Principles of Engineering, Crop/Animal Husbandry and Food Physics. Progressive specialisation introduces an exciting range of subjects. Modules include: First Year Biosystems Engineering Design Challenge Agricultural Economics & Business Biology Chemistry Physics Mathematics Second Year Business Management Food Physics Engineering & Surveying Biosystems Engineering Research Trends Third Year Financial Planning & Control Experimental Project Power & Machinery Systems I Waste Management Biofuels & Bioenergy Resources Quantitative risk assessment for human and animal health Fourth Year Food Process Technology Food Chain Integrity Power & Machinery Systems II Capstone Design Project Life Cycle Assessment Students spend an average of 40 hours a week attending lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based practicals, and undertake independent study. 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 will find rewarding and challenging employment in agri-food industries, including: Green energy Environmental protection Food processing Consulting Equipment manufacturing Typical roles include technical engineers and managers in: Production Energy utilisation Food processing Environmental protection Information technology Manufacturing Process/product design There are also excellent graduate study opportunities.
International Study Opportunity:	There are opportunities to study abroad for one semester in third year. Possibilities include: University of California, USA University of Queensland, Australia Michigan State University, USA Kansas State University, USA Purdue University, USA
Student Profile	“I chose to study in UCD because it is a well-established college with a great reputation. My course, Engineering Technology, is an interesting intersection between both the engineering and agricultural sectors. We cover a range of topics including machinery, soil science, renewable energy and food technologies. UCD Volunteers Overseas is a charity organisation that I joined in my second year. I got the amazing opportunity to volunteer in Nicaragua, and made some friends for life. If you are considering UCD as an option, my advice is to get involved with clubs and societies in any way you can. I would definitely recommend Engineering Technology and UCD to anyone who is interested.” Peter Lennon, Student
Related Programs:	Agri-Environmental Sciences Agricultural Science Animal & Crop Production
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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