AU371 · Level 8 · 4 years

Agriculture - Common Entry

Atlantic Technological University - Donegal · Ulster

2026 Round 1 points

320

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About this course

This is a four-year common entry degree for careers in agriculture and agri-business. You choose a specialism in the final year.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study animal husbandry, animal science, soil and plant science, grassland and crop production, farm business and farm health and safety. In Year 4 you choose Animal and Crop Science or Environmental Management.
Placement and abroad
Year 2 includes a substantial work placement on a working farm.
Where it can lead
Careers include farm manager, R&D scientist and environmental manager.
Who it suits
Suits students who like animals, crops and the outdoors and want a career in farming or agri-food.

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About Agriculture

Focus on food production, farming technology, and sustainable practices

Learn about the science, technology, and business of farming and food production. These degrees cover a wide range of topics including crop and livestock management, soil science, sustainable agriculture, agribusiness, and agricultural economics. E.g. Agricultural Science, Sustainable Farm Management, Horticulture.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026320Published after the final round
2025 312312362
2024 316316378
2023 317317388

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

See the course on the Atlantic Technological University - Donegal website ↗

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