Also covered are the protection and enhancement of biodiversity, soils and water quality, as they are highly relevant in the creation and management of forests that provide society with essential goods and services. Foresters employ the latest information and communication technology, such as geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, forest growth modelling and decision support systems to support good management and sustainable practice, and the course provides a good introduction to this technology. The?Forestry programme is offered at the?University College Dublin.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities
Forestry graduates find employment in all areas of the sector, including:
- State and semi-state agencies
- Forest management and consultancy
- Wood processing and renewable energy
- Environmental agencies
- Education and research
- Forestry contarctors
Many graduates set up their own forestry businesses. Other opportunities include information technology, land-use planning and financial services. Research to Master?s and PhD levels is available.
International Study Opportunities
Students complete five months? Professional Work Experience (PWE) and are encouraged to experience both Irish forestry and forestry in a foreign country.
In third year, a number of students have studied for a semester in:
- Michigan State University, USA
- Purdue University, USA
- Iowa State University, USA
