FRS Rercruitment are now accepting applications for the the Food & Agriculture Sustainable Technology Innovation Programme ( FAST-IP ) course.
Based at the AgTechUCD Innovation Centre at UCD Lyons Farm, the Food and Agriculture Sustainable Technology Innovation Programme (FAST-IP) is designed to "increase innovation knowledge" in the food and agriculture sector and kick start creation of more high potential start-ups and jobs in the sector.
Get paid while you learn with our Funding Support program: receive a tax-free scholarship of €38,000 over 12 months.
This enables you to fully dedicate yourself to your studies and entrepreneurial pursuits, free from financial worries.
Gain the skills and knowledge needed to evaluate, select, and validate ideas for new products and services, ultimately fostering the creation of high-potential start-ups and SMEs.
This programme is accredited by UCD at Level 9 on the National Qualification Framework.
Dive deep into agricultural environments, including farms and food processing companies, for hands-on learning opportunities that bridge theory with real-world application.
This is a 12-month in-person programme, aimed at mid-career professionals.
This course is full time and you will be based at the AgTechUCD Innovation Centre at UCD Lyons Farm Co Kildare.
Further more you will spend 8-10 weeks immersed in agriculture environments including farms and food processing companies throughout the year long programme.
This is a 12-month in-person programme starting this September 2025 and running until September 2026.
Participants who complete the programme will be awarded a Level 9 Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
This course is aimed at mid-career professionals across many different industries including Agri, IT, Engineering, Business, Food Production, Pharma etc Application process.
To apply for this role please email your cv through the attached link.
Phone calls in confidence to John Miller on Skills: FAST-IP Agritech Innovation