Details of the six agricultural science students who have been rewarded with professional work experience (PWE) travel bursaries have been revealed.
The University College Dublin (UCD) students are Aaron Kealy (Meath), Laura Maloney (Offaly), Edel Cashman ( Cork), and Mark Shorten (Cork). From Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT), Sinéad Conway (Mayo) and and Seán Doyle (Laois) have received the award.
The bursaries, supported by the Agricultural Science Association (ASA) and the Irish Farmers Journal, encourage students to expand their knowledge of the global agri-food sector by gaining practical experience while travelling overseas.
Third-level agricultural science students from UCD and WIT will be supported while on work placements in New Zealand, Chile, and Europe this year.
Placement
2020 will mark the fifth year of this joint initiative from the ASA and Irish Farmers Journal, whereby students who express an interest in fulfilling the work placement module of their degree overseas are rewarded with the bursary. The WIT bursaries are also supported by Glanbia and Arvum.
“The Agricultural Science Association endeavours to enhance and support our students through professional development opportunities to ensure Ireland’s position as a global leader is maintained, all the while strengthening the future of our agri-food industry,” said ASA president Seamus O’Mahony.
Irish Farmers Journal careers and property editor Odile Evans said: “Undoubtedly, this is an excellent opportunity for third-level students to gain practical experience in the agriculture industry overseas and to build on their existing knowledge of the Irish landscape which will benefit their career development and ultimately provide students with a unique perspective. We will be sharing individual stories from each student over the coming months.”
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