BAgrSc (Hons) Agricultural Science

Students in the Agricultural Science (UAS1) program at University College Dublin develop practical skills through a mix of laboratory classes, field-based learning, and structured industry experience. The program places strong emphasis on applied training, with students spending time in teaching laboratories, agricultural research farms, and real-world environments. A dedicated Professional Work Experience stage in third year allows students to apply their knowledge in industry settings while gaining valuable exposure to modern agricultural practices and technologies. Practical learning is supported by specialist agricultural facilities, research units, and hands-on project work throughout the program:

• Laboratory-based practical classes within modules such as Animal Biology and Evolution and Cell and Plant Biology

• Continuous assessment through applied coursework, practical reports, and group-based project work

• Professional Work Experience placement in third year across farms, agribusinesses, environmental organisations, or research settings

• Field-based learning including crop, soil, livestock, and environmental management studies

• Access to UCD Lyons Farm, a large teaching and research farm supporting dairy, livestock, crop production, and agricultural technology training

• Exposure to specialist agricultural research facilities including dairy and animal production research units

• Applied training in sustainable agriculture, farm management, and agri-environmental practices

• Opportunities for study abroad and international agricultural learning experiences

• Practical assignments focused on agricultural economics, production systems, and agribusiness

• Access to university agricultural research centres and learning resources supporting hands-on scientific investigation

Graduates of the Agricultural Science (UAS1) program at University College Dublin progress into a wide range of careers across agriculture, food production, and agribusiness. The combination of scientific knowledge, industry placement, and practical training prepares students for roles such as agribusiness manager, agricultural consultant, farm enterprise manager, and research assistant. These opportunities are supported by strong industry exposure and career-focused learning throughout the degree:

• Professional Work Experience in third year helps students build industry connections and gain real workplace experience in agriculture, food, and environmental sectors

• Study abroad opportunities in countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and the USA help expand global employability and international networks

• Career pathways include enterprise management, technical advisory roles, agricultural consultancy, research, education, marketing, and food production sectors

• Access to UCD Careers Network services including career coaching, employer events, CV support, and internship guidance

• Industry-linked learning through placements with farms, agribusiness companies, and agri-food organisations

• Practical laboratory, fieldwork, and project-based learning develop transferable analytical and technical skills valued by employers

• Graduates move into roles across agriculture, agribusiness, environmental management, and food industry organisations

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this program, students can continue to postgraduate study in areas such as agricultural science, food business, environmental resource management, rural development, sustainability, or education. Graduates may also pursue specialised master’s degrees, research programmes, or professional qualifications to move into consultancy, research, policy, or academic careers.