Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Agricultural Science at University College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 1071.9%, with graduates earning around €44,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DN250) was 432 (2025).
Agricultural Science graduates from University College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 92%, very good career progression, moderate demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Agricultural Advisor
- Food Technologist
- Farm Manager
- Agronomist
Common employers for Agricultural Science graduates include Teagasc, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Glanbia, Kerry Group, ABP Food Group.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Agricultural Science graduates from University College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 16% less than the national average.
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