| Course Name |
Food and Feed Biotechnology |
| Course Provider |
Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Course Code |
DK_SFOFE_9 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 9 NFQ)
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Special Purpose |
Dundalk Institute of Technology |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time |
| Location (Districts) |
Dundalk |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Start Date
September 2017 |
| Application Date |
How to Apply?
You should apply using the DkIT Postgraduate Application form which can be downloaded from: www.dkit.ie/admissions/postgraduates
Please include an up-to-date CV with your application form. Fully completed Applications Forms must be returned to:
Admissions Officer, Dundalk Institute of Technology, Dublin Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth
Potential students may be interviewed. |
| Duration |
1 Year
Learners will be required to attend DkIT one half-day per week in addition to being available for some occasional practical or field classes on other days. |
| Course Fee |
€1,275 |
| Entry Requirements |
Minimum of second class honours degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, Food Science or related discipline.
Applicants with relevant experience who do not meet the academic entry requirements may also apply.
International students must have a minimum level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.5. |
| Comment |
Awarding Body
Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Course Content |
Course Description
The aim of this course is to upskill existing science graduates and to provide them with knowledge of the use and potential of biotechnology in food and animal feed production and processing. |
| Subjects Taught |
Modules taught are
»» Semester 1 Biotechnology in Animal Feeds
»» Semester 2 Food Biotechnology
Who Should Apply?
This course will provide learners with an extended skill set which shall lead to greater employment opportunities in the food and animal feed industries. It will be of interest to those already working in these sectors who wish to broaden their skills base. |
| Further Enquiries |
Contact
Dr. Arjan Van Rossum
Head of Department of Applied Sciences, School of Health and Science
t 042 9370265
e arjan.vanrossum@dkit.ie |
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