The closing date to apply for the master’s in agricultural extension and innovation is fast approaching. It is a part-time master’s, taught through distance learning and is part-funded by Macra Skillnet. It is delivered by UCD over the course of two years. The closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 18 May. Candidates will be called to interview in early June and shortlisting may be required.

The aim of the programme is to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge to become more effective at supporting farmers in developing their farm business, changing behaviour and incorporating innovation at farm level.

The programme will be delivered both online and classroom based.

Modules

  • Agricultural extension and innovation.
  • The reflective agricultural consultant.
  • Agricultural education.
  • Project management in agricultural extension.
  • Client/customer relationships in agricultural work.
  • Group approaches in agriculture.
  • Understanding the family farm business.
  • Research methods 1 & 2.
  • Design thinking for agricultural innovation.
  • Thesis.
  • Applicants will need a level eight honours degree with a minimum grade of 2.2 or relevant experience, in order to be eligible to apply. They must also be working directly with farmers and or farm families. For more information visit www.macra.ie/Skillnet.