Animal Science
This one year Level 6 QQI course in Animal Science provides a foundation in Animal Healthcare Studies and provides the opportunity to progress to employment or further study in the Animal Care area. The course contains a mix of practical and theory elements with trips throughout the year. There is an opportunity to partake in Erasmus+ placements.
Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
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NFQ Classification | Major |
Awarding Body | QQI |
NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
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Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
This is a one year, full time course running from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Level 5 QQI Award Animal Care or equivalent.
Mature Applicants with relevant experience are welcome.
Entry onto this course is subject to interview.
Careers / Further progression
Course Progression
Upon successful completion of this course, learners may be eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities.
Career Options
Graduates may seek employment in
Veterinary Surgeries
Grooming Parlours
Pet Shops, Kennels
Catteries
Animal Welfare Establishments
Farms including Pet Farms
Zoos
Further information
Course commences September 2024.
Mature students are welcome to apply. Formal academic qualifications not required.
NO FEES for September 2024
Means tested grants are available from SUSI. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/for more information and to make an application.
Yes
Students on this course will partake in a number of field trips and activities. Examples are:
Dublin Zoo
Falconry Visit
Visits to National Parks
Dog Grooming Events
Charity Events
Animal Science & Health 6N5565
Communications 6N1950
Large Animal Husbandry 6N5567
Humans, Animals and Society 6N5569
Animal Grooming 6N6226
Work Experience 6N1946
Grooming Science 6N6227
Canine Obedience and Training 6N6228
Additional Activities
Students on this course will partake in a number of field trips and activities. Examples are listed below.
Dublin Zoo
Falconry Visit
Visits to National Parks
Dog Grooming Events
Charity Events
6M5153 - Animal Care.
Award: Successful completion of this course will result in a QQI Animal Science Level 6 Certificate, 6M5153.
Tel: 094 90 75000
Email: Westport@mayocollege.ie
Web: www.mayocollege.ie