Forestry is the science, art and practice of managing forests. Forestry in Ireland operates under the paradigm of ‘Sustainable Forest Management’. This requires foresters to seek to achieve

a balance across all the productive functions of our forests – economic, social and environmental.

The UCD Forestry degree provides the scientific knowledge and transferable skills to ensure our graduates contribute positively to the ongoing expansion of the Irish forestry sector.

Forestry students will:

• Learn about managing forest systems for the production of timber, renewable energy, carbon sequestration, biodiversity, adaptations for climate change, wildlife management, biodiversity, soil and water protection.
• Gain skills in forest planning, remote sensing, the use of geographical information systems and forest modelling.
• Develop the capacity for life-long learning that enables them to stay abreast of developments in policy, technology and the sciences that underpin forestry practice.

For more information regarding this course, please click School of Agriculture and Food Science

How do I apply?

The following entry route(s) are available:

BAgrSc Forestry(FOS1)	Entry in Sep 2023	Full Time - 4 Year(s)	Apply from - Oct 2022	Apply

Why is this course for me?

Here from academic staff and graduates on why this programme is for you.

https://youtu.be/z07GQKlLk_k

What will I study?

A broad science-based first year is followed by forestry-focused topics in subsequent years. Fourth year is largely project-based and allows students to combine all of their accumulated skills and knowledge, while further developing their ability to communicate effectively.

Hear from academic staff and graduates of this programme. https://youtu.be/z07GQKlLk_k

Students spend approximately 40 hours a week attending lectures, laboratory sessions and tutorials, and undertake independent study.

What modules can I take?

Click below to for all course modules:

BAgrSc ForestryFOS1