Landscape Architecture
There is a growing demand for built environment professionals and the proposed course will provide a much needed stepping stone which will equip learners, on completion, to have the prerequisite skills and knowledge to progress to undergraduate courses in Landscape Architecture and Horticulture.
| 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
One year full-time (September - May).
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or equivalent exam, although consideration will be given at interview to any well motivated student. We are looking for enthusiasts. Mature students are particularly welcome.
Careers / Further progression
Third Level Links/Progression
This is recognised by UCD, and TU Dublin for alternative entry qualification to Landscape Architecture (UCD, DN120), Architecture (TU Dublin, TU832), and Interior Design (TU Dublin, TU975) and more, via the Higher Education Links Scheme.
Further information
€50 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Apply online at www.susi.ie
Yes
This course will help learners develop key transferable skills such as critical thinking and creative problem solving through a focus on design as a fundamental process. In addition, this course will allow learners to explore new materials, technologies, sustainability and landscape construction.
Design Skills (5N0784)
Drawing (5N1862)
Communications (5N0690)
Work Experience (5N1433)
Combined Materials (5N0764)
Appreciation of Art, Craft & Design (5N0755)
Computer Aided Design (5N1604)
Plant ID & Use (5N2527).
5M2208 - Design
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Design (5M2208)
Pearse College of Further Education
Clogher Road, Crumlin,
Dublin 12.
Phone: (01) 453 6661 or 01 454 1544
Email: information@pearse.cdetb.ie
Web: www.pearsecollege.ie