Agribusiness is one of Ireland's most important indigenous industries and continues to evolve to be more sustainable in the production of clean, safe food for a growing population. This honours degree course will equip students with both the practical and academic skills that are essential for agribusinesses to succeed. The modules studied will deliver a broad range of skills in the business, science and technical aspects of modern day agriculture, with an emphasis on the sustainability of the agricultural industry.
Course Structure
The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Farm Management and Agribusiness is run over three years, during which time students will learn in the classroom, the laboratory and in the field. Modules for Young Trained Farmer' status are delivered in the first two years while professional work placement takes place in Year 3.
Is this course for you?
If you are interested in the science that drives food production from farm to fork', then the BSc in Sustainable Farm Management and Agribusiness will help you cultivate these interests so that you can reap the rewards of the agri-food industry.
Special Features:
Young Trained Farmer Status with exit award after Year 2.
In year two there is an option to choose an Organic Agricultural Stream.
Unique blend of classroom, laboratory and field-based learning.
Professional Work Placement during Term 2 of Year 3.
Exit Award: Higher Certificate in Sustainable Farm Management and Agribusiness (NFQ Level 6) after Year 2.
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Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Principles of Crop and Grassland Production (M)
Principles of Animal Production (M)
Digital Skills for Agriculture (M)
Animal and Plant Biology (M)
Academic and Personal Skills Development (M)
Farm Mechanisation and Regulations (M)
Farm Health and Safety (M)
Basic Mathematics (M)
Applied Physics and Chemistry (M)
Agribusiness Management (M)
M is a mandatory subject - E is an elective subject
Year 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Farm Financial Accounting (M)
Applied ICT in Agriculture (M)
Concepts in Sustainable Agriculture (M)
Agricultural Micro Economics (M)
Agricultural Microbiology (M)
Agricultural Marketing I (M)
Genetics and Breeding (M)
Animal Nutrition (M)
Concepts in Soil Science (M)
Sustainable Cropping Systems (M)
M is a mandatory subject - E is an elective subject
Year 3
Semester 5
Semester 6
Farm Buildings and Regulations (M)
Preparation and Practice for Work Placement (M)
Agricultural Macro Economics (M)
Agricultural Marketing II (M)
Applied Soil Science (M)
Research Skills (M)
Alternative Food Systems (M)
M is a mandatory subject - E is an elective subject
What are the minimum entry requirements?
5 subjects: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7
Mathematics: O6/H7
What will I be able to do when I finish the course?
The course equips students with both practical and academic skills that can be applied in the agricultural industry, from managing a farm to managing customers and clients in the agribusiness.
