DN250 · Level 8 · 4 years

Agricultural Science (options)

University College Dublin (NUI) · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

417

Up 17 points since 2023 (400).

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About this course

UCD's Agricultural Science degree lets you choose from 11 specialisms across the agri-food sector after a common first year.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year builds a base in core sciences, maths and economics. In second year you pick a specialism such as animal science, crop science, forestry, horticulture, dairy business, agri-environmental sciences or food and agribusiness management, with a guaranteed place in any of the 11.
Placement and abroad
Professional Work Experience is a core part of third year, in Ireland or abroad, and you may also study at a partner university overseas.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in farming, food, forestry, horticulture, business and environmental services, in roles like consultancy, research and management, or go on to postgraduate study.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and science and are interested in farming, food or the environment.

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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

2023400202440020254322026417

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026417Published after the final round
2025 432431477
2024 400397463
2023 400400467

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: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Lab Science Subject: 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.

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