Course Code: CI061
Course Level: 5
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 5 Certificate in Food Science
QQI Code: 5M5267
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or FETAC/QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Course Description
Agriculture and food production are two areas of the economy which remain relatively untouched by the current turbulence in the world’s economy. The newly emerging markets of China, India and Africa are largely untapped by Irish industry but this is changing. The expanding middle classes of these countries are now demanding better quality foods especially dairy and animal products. Consumers in other markets are becoming increasingly aware of the quality of Irish food and are willing to pay premium prices for quality. Ireland is ideally suited to meeting this increased demand, be it from high value artisan products or bulk products such as dried milk. The Irish Food Industry is central to the national economy, with Irish food companies being amongst the most successful in the world. The agri-food sector is one of Ireland’s largest indigenous industries, employing over 150,000 people. This course is ideally suited for students who are interested in preparing for a career and/or further education in agriculture, food or science.
Course Content
Biology
Communications
Food Chemistry
Food Processing
Laboratory Skills
Mathematics
Microbiology
Nutrition
Word Processing
Work Experience
Start your own Business
Career Opportunities
This practical course will allow graduates to apply for employment in the agri-food Industry or potentially to start their own business.
Progression Opportunities
Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
