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BAgrSc Engineering Technology
Undergraduate (Level 8 NFQ , Credits 240 )
Engineering Technology covers broad areas of bioenergy, mechanisation, environmental technology and processing technology for agri-food and related industries. This degree will give you a global perspective and understanding of:
How engineering science helps to develop these technologies How to produce, harvest, process, preserve and distribute biological products (plant and animal) in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way
For more information regarding this course, please click School of Biosystems and Food Engineering
For more information regarding this course, please click School of Biosystems and Food Engineering
How do I apply?
For EU students, please apply via MyUCD. The following entry route(s) are available:
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The degree is based on a core of scientific modules including Principles of Engineering, Computer and Manufacturing Technology, Crop/Animal Husbandry and Food Science. Progressive specialisation introduces an exciting range of subjects.
Students spend an average of 40 hours a week attending lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based practicals, as well as undertaking independent study.
A combination of continuous assessment and end-of-semester written examinations is used. Certain modules also require project work.
Students spend an average of 40 hours a week attending lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based practicals, as well as undertaking independent study.
A combination of continuous assessment and end-of-semester written examinations is used. Certain modules also require project work.
Graduates will find rewarding and challenging employment in agri-food-related industries, including:
Green energy Environmental protection Food processing Consulting Equipment manufacturing
Typical roles include technical engineers and managers in:
Production Energy utilisation Food processing Environmental protection Information technology Manufacturing Process/product design
There are also excellent graduate study opportunities.
Typical roles include technical engineers and managers in:
There are also excellent graduate study opportunities.
There are opportunities to study abroad for one semester in third year, and to work abroad (Australia, Europe, New Zealand and the USA) for professional work experience. Possibilities include:
University of California, USA University of Melbourne, Australia Michigan State University, USA Kansas State University, USA Purdue University, USA