| Course Name |
Animal Science |
| Course Provider |
Carlow Institute of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Kilkenny & Carlow ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
6M5153 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Carlow Town |
| Course Content |
This one-year course/programme integrates aspects from a wide range of animal related disciplines to provide students with the relevant practical and theoretical knowledge to further their professional careers in this field. |
| FET Code |
6M5153 - Animal Science |
| Duration |
1 Year |
| Comment |
Expand+Certification
Quality and Qualifications Ireland QQI - Level 6 – Certificate in Animal Science
Due to ongoing developments in QQI, award names and content are subject to change.
Garda Vetting (police / criminal records clearance) is a requirem...
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Quality and Qualifications Ireland QQI - Level 6 – Certificate in Animal Science
Due to ongoing developments in QQI, award names and content are subject to change.
Garda Vetting (police / criminal records clearance) is a requirement on courses where students have access to children or vulnerable adults. Students must be vetted for clearance by the Gardaí prior to attending work experience. It is your responsibility to obtain Garda Vetting Clearance / criminal records clearance.
Students who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland / Northern Ireland, and for whom Garda vetting / clearance is unavailable, are required to provide verifiable evidence of criminal records clearance from the relevant police authorities.
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| Course Fee |
Expand+Your tuition is free, though you pay for registration and examination/ awarding body fees.
In addition, every student is liable for the Government Levy (Fee) on PLC courses* for each year of tuition.
The typical course fee for an Irish Citize...
Hide-Your tuition is free, though you pay for registration and examination/ awarding body fees.
In addition, every student is liable for the Government Levy (Fee) on PLC courses* for each year of tuition.
The typical course fee for an Irish Citizen/other EU national is:
• Registration & Examination/Awarding Body Fee €150
• Govern. PLC Levy (fee)* €200*
TOTAL €350*
Depending on your course, you might also have to pay:
Other awarding body examination fee € varies by course
Materials, clothing or equipment fee € varies by course
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| Financial Support |
SUSI PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme
These means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education, in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres.
Applications are made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie |
| Interview |
Interviews for courses are generally held in late August / early September. Interviews for some courses will also take place in May. |
| Application Date |
Closing Date
The closing date for general applications is August 18th 2017.
The closing date for first round applications to courses with early interviews is April 21st 2017. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Course/Programme Content
Wild Animal Management
Animal Behaviour
Animal Grooming
Animal Science & Health
Communications
Work Experience
Kennell & Cattery Management
Investigative Studies |
| Entry Requirements |
QQI Level 5 Certificate in a related area of study or equivalent experience. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Prospects
Students who qualify in this area can pursue further study & a career in:
Wildlife Tourism Parks
Animal Grooming
Boarding Kennels & Catteries
Animal Shelters
Animal Welfare Organisations
Pet Shops
Stable Yards
Opportunities to progress to further study in Veterinary, Zoological, Equine, Agriculture, Science and Animal Welfare fields.
Higher Education
QQI graduates are eligible to apply to Institutes of
Technology and Universities for follow-on courses. |
| Further Enquiries |
Phone: 059 913 1187
Fax: 059 914 3521
Email: info@carlowife.ie
www.carlowife.ie |
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