Overview

One of the most unique aspects of this Agriculture course at the Atlantic Technological University is that it will provide you with a 12 week placement on a working farm and related agricultural businesses. It will demonstrate to future employers your capacity to apply technical skills to real-world situations.

Outside of your placement you’ll be gaining knowledge in the key areas of soil and plant science, ruminant husbandry and agriculture business management. You’ll also learn about Farm Waste and Environmental Science, Livestock Production and Animal Science in Year 3.

Equally, should you not wish to continue onto third year you can exit the course with a Higher Certificate in Science in Agriculture following the successful completion of your first two years.

Career Pathways

The main employers are:

Agriculture Sector
Agri-food industry
Government Agencies

Graduate careers typically include:

Farm Manager
Agricultural Research Assistant
Agricultural Sales

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Grassland & Crop Production

Work placement & Farm Health and Safety

Beef & Dairy Production Systems

Agriculture & Environmental Impact

Agricultural Marketing and Accounts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Agriculture View 25 other Bachelors in Agriculture in Ireland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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5.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Leaving Certificate

Minimum Points Score 160

Minimum Five O6/H7

Maths F2/O6/H7

English or Irish O6/H7

Tuition Fee

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International

10500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10500 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.

Student contribution: €3000 per year. The Department of Education pays tuition fees for all full-time students who are citizens of a Member State of the EU

Living costs for Letterkenny

650 - 1000 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Agriculture.

Available Scholarships

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