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Integrated Pest Management & the Sustainable Use of Pesticides

ProfDip (NFQ Level 7)

This course is available through the following application route(s)

Duration:
1 Year
Attendance:
Part-Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
7 (20 credits)
Level:
UG Certificates & Diplomas
Award:
Professional Diploma
Next Intake:
January
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

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About This Course

  • Complete case study examples of practical pest-crop based scenarios
  • Demonstrate in depth knowledge of the biology and non-chemical control of weeds, pests and diseases in crop production
  • Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and an ability to work effectively with others.
  • Understand the important issues relevant to the use of pesticides in crop production and the potential risks to human health and the environment, and understand the appropriate measures to reduce such risks
  • Understand the principles of pesticide chemistry, including mode of action, physical properties and resistance risk
  • Use decision support systems for implantation of integrated pest management practices, to guide the use of pesticides in crop production

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
 AESC30240 Pesticide Use, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and the Environment Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 CPSC30060 Biology and Control of Weeds, Pests and Diseases of Crops Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 CPSC30070 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Principles and Practice Summer  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 CPSC30080 Use of Integrated Pest Management Practices in Crop Management Programmes Summer  5

ProfDip Integrated Pest Management & the Sustainable Use of Pesticides (D041) Part Time
EU/NONEU    fee per year - € 1410

***Fees are subject to change

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No


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