Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is a college that places teaching and research at its core. ATU aims to provide students with a transformative university experience that prepares them to make significant contributions to society. With a focus on applied learning, teaching, and research that reflects the needs of businesses and professions in the region, ATU strives to be a preferred partner for research and innovation. The university seeks to attract and support students and staff from around the globe, enabling them to reach their full potential.

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This programme provides you with the range of specialised skills ideal for employment in the agriculture and environmental sectors. Strong emphasis is placed on sustainability in agriculture and the environment. The programme consists of modules in Agriculture, Environmental Management and Agri-business. There is an increasing demand for graduates with these skills sets. Graduates of the programme can expect to gain employment in a range of areas including farming, agri-foods, environmental management and consultancy, applied ecology and agri-business. This programme is highly practical, with a mixture of lectures, field work, laboratory practicals and Information Technology. Show less

Course Details

Year 1
Academic and Professional Skills (SC:SC)
5 credits

Financial & Farm Accounting
5 credits

Computer Applications
5 credits

Animal and Crop Production Science
5 credits

Introduction to Chemistry
5 credits

Soil Science
5 credits

Macroeconomics
5 credits

Mathematics and Statistics
5 credits

Agronomy and Animal Husbandry
5 credits

Farm Management, Safety and Law
5 credits

Plant & Animal Science
10 credits

Year 2
Organic Agriculture
5 credits

Introduction to Physics
10 credits

Advanced Drystock Production
5 credits

Advanced Dairy Production
5 credits

Soil and Analytical Chemistry
5 credits

Industry Placement
30 credits

Year 3
Agricultural Enterprise Diversification
5 credits

Rural Development and Agricultural Policy
5 credits

Introduction to agroecology
5 credits

Advanced Farm Planning and Management
5 credits

Aquatic Ecology and Catchment Science
5 credits

Forest and Woodland Management
5 credits

Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
5 credits

Geographic Information Systems 1
5 credits

Advanced Grassland Management
5 credits

Ecological Monitoring
5 credits

Ecological Management
5 credits

Introduction to Data Analyses and Management
5 credits

Year 4
Soil Science and Nutrient Management
5 credits

Biodiversity and Conservation
5 credits

Advanced Geographic Information Systems
5 credits

Agribusiness and Food Company Management
5 credits

Integrated Sustainable Agriculture
5 credits

Environmental Legislation
5 credits

Rural Resource Planning & Policy
5 credits

Animal Nutrition & Breeding
5 credits

Research Methods & Dissertation Preparation
10 credits

Research Project
10 credits

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