Food Science
This one-year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to acquire the theory, principles, practices and techniques underpinning Food Science and Food Processing to enable them to work under supervision in a variety of contexts in the food industry and or to progress to further and or higher education and training. Work placement / work experience may be a core feature/element of programmes in this field facilitating the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.
| 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 |
Duration
This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
Careers / Further progression
Progression to Higher Education
· Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
Links include:
University of Galway
GY301 Science Level 8
GY303 Biomedical Science Level 8
GY304 Biotechnology Level 8
GY308 Environmental Science Level 8
GY309 Financial Mathematics and Economics Level 8
GY310 Marine Science Level 8
GY313 Environmental Health and Safety Level 8
GY314 Earth and Ocean Sciences Level 8
GY318 Biopharmaceutical Chemistry Level 8
GY319 Mathematical Science Level 8
GY320 Physics Level 8
GY321 Genetics and Genomics Level 8
GY322 Agrictural Science Level 8
Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Galway
AU555 Applied Freshwater and Marine Biology Level 7
AU569 Applied Biology and Biopharmaceutical Science Level 7
AU568 Chemical and Pharmaceutical Science Level 7
AU575 Physics and Instrumentation Level 7
AU556 Science - Undenominated Level 7
AU655 Applied Freshwater and Marine Biology Level 8
AU670 Applied Biology and Biopharmaceutical Science Level 8
AU668 Chemical and Pharmaceutical Science Level 8
AU675 Physics and Instrumentation Level 8
AU556 Science - Undenominated Level 8
AU671 Medical Science Level 8
AU669 Forensic Science and Analysis Level 8
Further information
Student Contribution: €175
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
PLC students qualify for Maintenance Grants See www.susi.ie for full details on eligibility and application process.
Yes
Admissions Procedures 2024
See Admissions Notice and Admissions Policy at www.gti.ie
Closing date for first round of applications is Friday May 3rd 2024 at 2:00pm.
Pre Guidance Meetings where applicable will take place from May 20th 2024
Offers of places will issue following completion of first round pre-guidance meetings
Second Round applications open June 4th 2024.
Pre-entry guidance meetings will take place from August 30th subject to availability of places.
Application system closes on September 30th for 2024 full-time entry.
€175 Registration Fee applies to all students
HOW THE COURSE IS TAUGHT
GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.
Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.
Course Content:
*5N5245 Food Processing
*5N0737 Microbiology
*5N2748 Food Chemistry
*5N0690 Communications
*5N1356 Work Experience
*5N1833 Mathematics
*5N2006 Nutrition
*5N2746 Biology
5M5267 - Food Science
Please note:
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
For further information
Galway Technical Institute
College of Further Education & Training
Fr. Griffin Road, Claddagh, Galway
T 091 581342 F 091 589267
E info.gti@gretb.ie
W www.gti.ie