Innovative & Sustainable Agriculture - Kerry
The Postgraduate Diploma in Innovative and Sustainable Agriculture aims to meet the growing demand for knowledge, leadership and understanding in the protection of land and natural resources along with the urgency for a more sustainable approach to agriculture.
| Award Name | Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Munster Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Munster Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 year part-time. Online, Blended learning.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold an honours NFQ level 8 qualification (minimum level 2nd class honours) in Agriculture/Wildlife/ Environmental Science or a related discipline. The University’s policy in relation to recognition of prior learning (RPL) also applies.
All applicants are required to have a high level of proficiency in English to fully participate in the programme, applicants who have concerns in this regard should contact parttimekerry@mtu.ie to discuss.
What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
On successful completion of the programme students will have gained 60 credits at NFQ level 9 which may contribute to the achievement of other academic awards e.g. pathway for Master of Science qualification.
Further information
Fees do not apply to applicants who meet the Springboard+ initiative funding criteria (see Eligibility). For employed applicants the HEA will pay 90% of the programme fee, the remaining 10% – €610 will be payable before registration. For applicants who do not meet the Springboard+ eligibility criteria, the fee is €6,100.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Innovative and Sustainable Agriculture aims to meet the growing demand for knowledge, leadership and understanding in the protection of land and natural resources along with the urgency for a more sustainable approach to agriculture. The programme will provide learners with the skills to recognise intrinsic issues which require both environmental and agricultural understanding to ensure a framework of sustainability for the agri-food industry for future generations. This programme facilitates learners to focus on advanced education and training in creating, implementing, and overseeing solutions to minimise the environmental impact of agriculture production and utilising pathways to mitigate the biodiversity challenges. This postgraduate diploma has been designed to meet the high demand for scientists at level 9, with the knowledge and technical leadership requirements to develop solutions together with local and global networks.
Key features include the identification of areas where environmental stresses are evident from water and air quality to biodiversity and the intradisciplinary skills required to implement solutions. The programme examines the move towards more sustainable farming practices by improving the environmental and climate-related performance resilience of the farming sector, demonstrating that well-functioning agricultural knowledge and innovation systems can deliver knowledge flow and new insights. The One Health approach – that the health of humans is linked to that of animals and the environment they occupy is examined as are emerging techniques in the area of agricultural innovation and the utilisation of Big Data.
Modules
• Sustainable Soil Management
• One Health
• Climate Change and Mitigation
• Knowledge Innovation and Industry
• Biodiversity
• Sustainable Air and Water Quality