GY322 · Level 8 · 4 years

Agricultural Science

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

410

Down 13 points since 2023 (423).

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About this course

A science degree about farming and food production. It is taught by University of Galway and Teagasc staff, with training at Teagasc centres.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study animal and crop science, farm business management, GIS mapping and carbon footprinting of farms. There are field work, lab and computer practicals. In final year you make a 10-year plan for a farm enterprise.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 there is a work placement, usually on a farm, and it can be done abroad. There is also a 12 week placement.
Where it can lead
Graduates have moved into farm advice roles, farming, funded Master's or PhD places, and teaching via a new PME in Agricultural Science. The course is Green Cert accredited.
Who it suits
Suits students who like farming and the outdoors and are interested in making food production more sustainable.

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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

2023423202440920254202026410

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026410Published after the final round
2025 420420454
2024 409409468
2023 423423466

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 or CS: 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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