Expand+Course Description
This full time PLC (Post Leaving Cert) course aims to familiarise students with different aspects of the horticultural industry, and provide students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to be successful in pursuing their ch...

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This full time PLC (Post Leaving Cert) course aims to familiarise students with different aspects of the horticultural industry, and provide students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to be successful in pursuing their chosen career. The course will enhance and broaden educational parameters enabling students to obtain access to third level institutions, apprenticeships and gainful employment. Students will have first hand experience working outdoors and growing and developing plants and vegetables. Students attending this course will develop knowledge and skills in horticultural areas. Course work concentrates on scientific and economic principles underlying horticulture and the application of these principles to particular enterprises. The work practice training period may be in garden centres, nurseries, amenity parks, golf courses or fruit and vegetable production units.

Expand+If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate Course (PLC) at Level 5 or 6 in this college there are no tuition fees for EU nationals.

However, there are student services charges, exam fees and a separate Government Levy. This tax (officially ...

Hide-If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate Course (PLC) at Level 5 or 6 in this college there are no tuition fees for EU nationals.

However, there are student services charges, exam fees and a separate Government Levy. This tax (officially called a Participant Contribution) was introduced in the 2010 Budget and applies to all PLC courses in all colleges.

Non-EU nationals who do not meet exemption requirements are liable for full tuition fees of €3,653 plus the fees as outlined below. The tuition fees are non-refundable. See the section on international students.

Expand+If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) course in this college you may be eligible for a grant.

S.U.S.I.
A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system was introduced in 2012. All new applications must be made online to the single aw...

Hide-If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) course in this college you may be eligible for a grant.

S.U.S.I.
A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system was introduced in 2012. All new applications must be made online to the single awarding authority, Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI).

When can I make my grant application?
You should apply for it as soon as possible. Remember, you do not have to wait until you receive an offer of a place. Only when your application has been completed in full and submitted to the SUSI can your eligibility be determined.

How do I register to make an application?
Go to the following websites www.studentfinance.ie or www.grantsonline.ie
To make an application all you have to do is click on the SUSI icon on the student grant page and register your personal details. You will need your PPS number and an e-mail address. This e-mail address can only be used for one registration/application as it will be a contact reference for interaction with SUSI. You will be asked to input a password, again select one that you can remember as you will be unable to access your online application without it.

Expand+You must apply online for a PLC course: (link below)
Apply before 31st August 2017
• Learners seeking to attend a PLC course in this college are required to complete the online application form as early as possible. All applicants will be invited ...

Hide-You must apply online for a PLC course: (link below)
Apply before 31st August 2017
• Learners seeking to attend a PLC course in this college are required to complete the online application form as early as possible. All applicants will be invited for interview.
• Typically there are two main interview periods: April/May and late August/early September. These two interviewing sessions are held to facilitate earlier as well as later applicants.
• If you are offered a place you will need to secure it by paying a non-refundable deposit (€50)