Biological Diversity
This programme module aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and practical field experience of biological diversity e.g. carrying out biological surveys as well as providing the learner with the knowledge of the benefits of, threats to and proper management of biological diversity.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 weeks. Tuesday 18.45 -21.45
Further information
Our September 2025 courses commence week beginning 15th September 2025.
There are three ways to enrol:
Online: Visit collegeofFET.ie/mulgrave, scroll down to the part-time evening listing, select your chosen course, hit ‘APPLY’ and follow the steps. Or click the Application Link below
In-Person: Drop in to our campus and speak with a member of our Information and Guidance Support Team. They will help you enrol for your chosen course.
By Post: Send a completed application form with payment (cheque, bank draft, or postal order made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board) to Evening Programmes, College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus, Limerick City, V94 P232.
Please note: for security reasons, we cannot accept cash payments.
NOTE: This course MAY take place at the Further Education and Training Centre, Kilmallock Road Campus, Limerick City, V94 Y6H3. Learners will be notified by text/email.
Tuition Fee: €240
Discounts
20% discount on tuition fees is available to:
Individuals on Full Job Seekers Allowance/Benefit, Disability Allowance, or One Parent Family Payment.
Full-time Mulgrave St Campus learners.
Senior citizens.
Please note: Full payment is required to process applications. These discounts apply to tuition only (not materials fees). Proof is required at registration.
NOTE: Skills to Advance funding is available for eligible applicants in employment to up skill. Contact mulgravesta@lcetb.ie for more information.
Programme Description:
• Exploration of concepts such as the ecosystem services dependent on biodiversity,
• Identification of habitats loss and invasion of non-native species
• Carrying out a biological survey
• Prevention of soil erosion,
• Resistance to agricultural catastrophe, improved crop varieties,
• Pollination,
• Regulation of the atmosphere, pollution and agrichemicals
• Regulation and protection of water supplies,
• Nutrient recycling and storage, soil genesis and protection,
• Pollution breakdown and absorption, maintenance of ecosystems and natural pest control
• Conservation & Restoration Ecology
• Effects of Populations & Climate Change on Biodiversity
• Specific plant and animal protection strategies used in Ireland
• Ways of maintaining native biodiversity in production landscapes
Biological Diversity 5N1568
Enquiries can be made to adultedmulgrave@lcetb.ie or phone 061 414344