Equine Studies
The QQI Level 6 award in Equine Breeding is classed as an advanced certificate and meets the requirements for The Green Cert and Young Trained Farmer status
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
Relevant Level 5 qualification or;
Mature Students or;
Other equivalent qualification
All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications.
Careers / Further progression
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES?
Graduates may seek employment in a range of companies and projects that seek graduates with an equine, business or science aptitude.
Alternatively, students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme, Animal Science Equine in UCD, and Bio-Veterinary Science in Technological University of the Shannon, Athlone on the science award 5M3807.
In addition, holders of QQI Level 6 awards may also be able to apply for other degree courses under Higher Education Link Scheme.
Examples of Higher Education Progression:
UCD: DN250 Animal Science-Equine (Level 8)
Maynooth University: MH404 Business and Management (Add on Equine Module) (Level 8)
TUS Athlone: US867 BioVeterinary Science (Level 8, 4 Years)
CAFRE College: College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise, Equine Management (3 Years Full- time)
On successful completion of Level 5 Horsemanship 5M3371 and the Advanced Certificate in Equine Breeding 6M3507 students may apply to Teagasc for recognition of their awards for the awarding of the Green Cert.
Further information
MATURE STUDENTS SUPPORT
The college welcomes adults over 23 who wish to return to education and who wish to retrain in new skills and technologies. Our mature learners enjoy the following supports in addition to the overall supports provided to all students:
• Mature student meet and greet before the college year begins.
• A dedicated mature student room where mature students can meet and work with fellow mature students.
• Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the Mature Student room daily.
• A mature student officer available for guidance and support.
• Academic support tailored to ensuring the smooth transition to DCFE.
• Coffee Mornings in the mature student room.
• Guest speakers from past mature learners.
• Career guidance talks tailored to mature links.
• A dedicated induction process for mature entry.
• Workshops in exam study, time management, presentation skills, IT skills, referring and research techniques, etc.
• Basic computer skills workshops.
• Organised social events for mature learners.
• We look forward to welcoming our future mature learners to Dunboyne College.
For all courses in 2024/25, course fees are now a non-refundable €30 administration fee. The course fee must be paid to secure your place, you can pay this fee through our website. More information can be found here.
You can access your application details via the Dunboyne College website (click Login/Pay Fees in the menu at the top of the page) using your ID number and password.
No cash will be accepted at the office. Payments can be made online or by cheque (payable to Dunboyne College of Further Education), by bank draft or by postal order only.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students for level 5 and level 6 courses in Dunboyne College of Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
Application Procedure
1. Applications can be made online at www.dunboynecollege.ie. from November 2023 to September 2024.
2. After registering online, students will receive a text and email to notify them they have pre-registered and can log in to view and track their application.
Applications now open
Apply online www.dunboynecollege.ie
Once we receive your application we will email you requesting:
Photograph Reference Interviews
Recent academic results Personal Statement
Interview
All applicants will be interviewed. Some additional requirements may apply depending on your course choice.
When you receive an offer please confirm it by the deadline.
3. Applicants will be notifi ed by text and email of a request to upload further information for their application:
(i). Copy of most recent school report or examination results
(ii). Reference from teacher, employer or coach.
(iii). 100-word personal statement on
“Why this course is right for me,” which should outline reasons for choosing the course.
(iv) Photograph
4. Interviews will take place for all courses.
5. Successful applicants will then be able to complete the registration process.
6. Late applicants can apply online for vacant places at any time until the end of September 2024.
7. A grant can be applied for from www.susi.ie.
8. A separate process for applicants to the Early Learning and Care courses (formerly Childcare courses) applies. Other courses may have additional entry requirements including auditions etc, please refer to the entry requirements for the courses of your choice.
9. Applicants for the Apprenticeships in Hairdressing and Accounting Technician should note that there is a difference system for applying. Please refer to the information listed for these apprenticeships.
10. Applications will be processed in line with DCFE Admission Policy.
If you hold a QQI Level 5 in Equine studies, then why not take the opportunity to undertake further studies in Equine Breeding.
On successful completion of this QQI Level 6 award in Equine Breeding, students will be able to work in a supervisory role in a stud farm.
Graduates will be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of equine breeding skills and pasture management together with theoretical and abstract thinking concepts related to breeding horses, horse conformation and pasture management. This award is designed to enable students to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work in a supervisory role in a stud or to progress to further or higher education and training.
The QQI Level 6 award in Equine Breeding is classed as an advanced certificate and meets the requirements for The Green Certificate and Young Trained Farmer status.
Course Content:
The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and are subject to change:
Equine Nutrition
Horse Conformation and Evaluation
Horse Breeding
Business Management
Pasture Management
Stable and yard Supervision
Work Experience
Communications
On successful completion of the Level 5 Horsemanship 5M3371 award (see previous page) and the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Equine Breeding 6M3507 students may meet the requirements for the Green Certificate and Young Trained Farmers status.
Assessment
Most courses will be assessed through continuous assessment. This means that modules are assessed with a combination of exams and assignments. Assignments can take various forms, including written projects, reports, essays, skills demonstrations, oral presentations or electronic work. Results for exams and assignments are combined to give the overall result for the module.
6M3507 - Equine Breeding
Certification:
Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Equine Breeding 6M3507
Dunboyne Business Park, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 FH01
Phone: (01) 8026577
Email: DunboyneCollege@LMETB.ie
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