SE502 · Level 8 · 4 years

Agricultural Science

South East Technological University - Waterford · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

368

Down 14 points since 2023 (382).

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About this course

A four-year honours degree in Waterford that applies science and business to farming and food. It meets Green Cert requirements.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study biology, chemistry and maths in Year 1, then animal, crop and soil topics in Years 2 and 3. Final year includes a research project, farm management, food traceability and rural entrepreneurship. Nine modules take place at Kildalton College.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3, Semester 2, you choose a farm placement run by Teagasc or an industrial placement of at least 15 weeks.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in quality control, agri-business sales, advisory and environmental services, or start businesses, and further study allows teaching or advisory work.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy science and farming and are happy to work outdoors and in labs.

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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

2023382202437920253812026368

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026368Published after the final round
2025 381381430
2024 379379435
2023 382377442

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

  • Physics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Agricultural Science: 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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