Introduction

The Leaving Certificate Agricultural Science syllabus is designed to provide pupils with the necessary skills, practical experience and knowledge in a range of agricultural and scientific principles. The broad course takes in a wide array of topics including Soil Science, Sheep Management, Dairy and Beef Production and Plant & Animal Biology. The course is typically aimed at pupils with an interest in Agriculture and Horticulture or those who wish to pursue a career in Veterinary medicine. An agricultural background is not a necessity, and the course covers a wide variety of topics.

The subject is based on the principles and practices of Irish farms and deals in detail with Sheep Management and Production, Beef Production, Dairy Farm Management, Grassland Management and Tillage Crop Growth and Harvesting as well as Horticulture (Gardening Design and Practices). Additional topics include Forestry, Soil Science and Farm Safety. It also covers Animal Biology and Taxonomy, Plant Biology and classification as well as Soil Science. As well as being classroom and lab orientated, a number of field trips and excursions to farms, universities and laboratories will allow those undertaking the course see the practical applications of their learning. Throughout the two year course the pupils will keep a portfolio of their practical experience, which will be assessed and contribute to their overall grade in the Leaving Certificate.

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Leaving Certificate Course Notes - Mr. Jones

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Leaving Certificate Exam Archive Material

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