Agri-Environmental Sciences

    Agri-Environmental Sciences

    Duration4 year(s)
    Next IntakeSeptember 25, 2026

    Agri-Environmental Sciences

    About

    If you are passionate about environmental sustainability and interested in the intersection of agriculture and environmental management, the Agri-Environmental Sciences programme may be the perfect fit for you! This specialist applied science degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in the fields of agriculture and environmental management.

    Requirements

    English Program Requirements

    International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

    Taught Master's: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.

    Research Programmes: A minimum overall score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.

    IELTS Indicator: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band. This test will be accepted for 2022/23 and 2023/24 intake.

    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

    Taught Master's: A minimum score of 100 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.

    Research Programmes: A minimum score of 90 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.

    TOEFL iBT Home: A minimum score of 100 is required with a score of at least 20 in each section.

    Duolingo Test of English (DET)

    UCD has approved the use of the Duolingo Test of English (DET) for the 2024/25 intake.
    An overall score of 130 will be accepted with no section below 110.

    Please note that this does not apply to the CEMS MiM / MSc in International Management. In the case of the CEMS MiM the Duolingo English Test will not be accepted.

    Career

    Many graduates follow career paths as environmental advisors, planners or consultants. Others work in State agencies that require both agricultural and  environmental  management skills, including:

    • Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine
    • Teagasc
    • Environmental Protection Agency
    • National Parks & Wildlife Service 
    • Local Authorities

    A high proportion of AES graduates go on to further studies at postgraduate level.

    Fee Information

    Agri-Environmental Sciences

    University College Dublin

    University College Dublin

    Ireland

    Ireland, Dublin