| Course Name |
Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development |
| Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
| Course Code |
X449 X450 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ)
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Major |
National University of Ireland |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time |
| Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
| Qualification Letters |
GradDip |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next Intake: 2017/2018 September.
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time. |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
• Applicants must hold a minimum of a second class honours degree, or international equivalent, in a range of subject areas including life sciences, humanities, arts and business.
• Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent. |
| Comment |
Expand+Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
Internatio...
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Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
The Grad Dip Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development is designed to accommodate applicants with a range of academic qualifications including life sciences, humanities, arts and business. Applicants are usually expected to have an honours university degree. Exceptions can be made for graduates with a pass university-level degree combined with substantial relevant professional or voluntary experience.
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| Course Content |
GradDip Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development
The Grad Dip in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development represents a return to core values in the development of rural areas which are rooted in agricultural change as well as responding to new societal demands such as safe and ethically produced food, a healthier environment and sustainable and affordable energy. |
| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Stage 1 - Core
Policies & Strategies for Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development RDEV40150
Theory & Practice of Rural Enterprises RDEV40300
Research Methods Part I RDEV40450
Research Methods Part II RDEV40460
Strategic Communications...
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Policies & Strategies for Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development RDEV40150
Theory & Practice of Rural Enterprises RDEV40300
Research Methods Part I RDEV40450
Research Methods Part II RDEV40460
Strategic Communications RDEV40480
Sustainable Agriculture RDEV40490
Stage 1 - Option
World Heritage and Sustainable Development ARCH41020
Global Biodiversity and Heritage ARCH41050
Rural Resource Planning ERM40300
Planning for Development RDEV40470
Agricultural Extension & Innov RDEV40560
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Opportunities
Graduates from the UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science respond to many of the major global challenges such as population growth, global warming, biodiversity, food security and food and health issues. Consequently, the op...
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Graduates from the UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science respond to many of the major global challenges such as population growth, global warming, biodiversity, food security and food and health issues. Consequently, the opportunities for graduates globally in this discipline are excellent.
This programme is designed and delivered in a way that builds capabilities in core analytical, conceptual, communications and research skills, as well as providing the knowledge base required to develop careers in the broad area of sustainable agriculture and rural development. Graduates of this programme typically find employment in government, agricultural and rural development agencies, local development agencies, NGOs involved in rural development, as well as donor agencies and international development organisations.
Related Programmes
Grad Cert Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development PT
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| Further Enquiries |
Contact Name: Karen Holland
Contact Number: +353 (0)1 716 7193 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |
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