Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development (SARD) is a 60-credit program at UCD that prepares graduates for leadership roles in agricultural and rural development settings. The program emphasizes analytical, communication, and entrepreneurship skills, and provides an understanding of the theory, policy, and practice of rural development, with a focus on sustainable agriculture. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills for careers in both the public and private sectors, including government, NGOs, and international development organizations.