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CAO Course Detail

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Tralee IT

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Course Code:
TL748
Title:
Agricultural Science
College:
Tralee IT
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
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Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry & Food
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Students will take courses in a variety of scientific areas, such as animal, crop, environmental and food sciences. Students will also learn about the relationship between agriculture and consumers within the relevant economics and business modules. The programme will incorporate an agricultural placement in the third year of the programme.



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This course will provide students with the foundation for a career in agri-business roles anywhere in the world including dairy farm management, food processing, food and farm business, state bodies, education and research, professional and owner management of farms, consultancy and marketing and communications.


It is expected that students who have successfully completed the BSc degree in
Agricultural Science will be offered the opportunity to apply for direct entry into a choice of BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Science programmes to continue their studies to Level 8.

 

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