UCD & Macra Agricultural Skillnet - MSc Agricultural Extention and Innovation now open for applications

Applications are now open for the UCD and Macra Agricultural Skillnet part-funded master's in Agricultural Extension & Innovation

The UCD and Macra Agricultural Skillnet master's in Agricultural Extension & Innovation is a two-year part-time distance learning programme aimed at individuals employed in roles working directly with farmers.

Participants on the programme will learn new skills and competencies to effectively supporter farmers in developing their farm business, change behaviours and incorporate innovation at farm level. 

The programme will be delivered both online and in the classroom and assignments will be based on real life case studies related to students professional work environment. 

This is the seventh year that UCD and Macra Agricultural Skillnet have collaborated on this programme.

This programme is partially funded by Macra Agricultural Skillnet. 

Applications are now open. Shortlisting may be required.

To Apply: Application is online: Click(opens in a new window)HERE to apply 

Deadline to apply: Friday, June 27th, 2025

Contact: Dr Tomás Russell, School of Agriculture & Food Science, UCD. Email: (opens in a new window)Tomás Russell  

You can view the flyer with more information can also be found here Macra Skillnet 2025

An we have a number of information videos from the team to help you fully understand the programme and see if this programme could be for you!