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Nutrition & Science

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M3807

This course introduces you to the interdependence of food, nutrition and health. You will be encouraged to develop your scientific mindset and to problem solve, research and analyse in this innovative and cutting-edge course.

Award Name Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Carlow Town
Attendance Options:
Full time
Apply to:
Course provider

Careers / Further progression

Progression
Progress to further study and careers including:

Food-science
Bachelor of Science
Biological and Biomedical Science
Computer Science
Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry
Climate and Environmental Sustainability

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

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 www.susi.ie

You will be invited to an interview – this is to make sure that you’ve made the right choice!

Applications will be open online for 2025 entry at the end of January 2025. Students may apply online at www.carlowinstitute.ie

Throughout the year, you will have the opportunity to meet scientists, researchers, and experts in the area. This generally takes the form of talks, workshops, and field trips.

What Makes This Course Special

Step-up to HE
Learn with expert staff
Get ‘hands-on’ experience
Direct to work options
Educational trips

Course Content

Laboratory Skills
Microbiology
Biology
Chemistry
Nutrition
Mathematics
Communications
Work Experience

5M3807 - Laboratory Techniques

Certification
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Laboratory Techniques 5M3807

Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.

Phone: 059 913 4230
Email: Email: Info@CarlowInstitute.ie
Web: www.Carlowinstitute.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Carlow Town
Attendance Options:
Full time
Apply to:
Course provider