MAgrSc Agricultural Extension & Innovation

I have had a long career as a journalist, an entrepreneur and a management consultant. I was looking to see what was next. I looked at all of my experience and asked myself what else did I need to learn. I looked for a long time and evaluated programmes across the world over a number of years.

When I discovered the Masters in Agricultural Extension and Innovation at the UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science I knew this was the programme for me. So I left Indiana, USA and relocated to Ireland.

The MSc was an excellent experience and one I would highly recommend. Completing my degree in this programme allowed me essential upskilling in agriscience and in innovation. As I fortified my learning, I found it greatly amplified my previous experience while opening new pathways to understanding. Combined, the learning and the network of friends, colleagues, and professionals I gained enhanced my ability to innovate personally and professionally. In addition, it allowed me to become more effective in sharing and transferring knowledge to others around the globe.

I now work as an Entrepreneurial Specialist at the UCD Innovation Academy. Completing the MSc at UCD provided me with vital tools needed to pursue and secure this role.