Horticulture
This PLC horticulture course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the principles of horticulture and the skills to pursue a career in this sector.
| 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
1 Year
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 4, minimum of 17 years of age at time of registration, Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied, Equivalent qualifications from other countries, relevant life experiences, relevant work experiences and mature students.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
For information please visit our Progression Page under Student Supports
Opportunities open to students who did not achieve the desired Leaving Certificate to allow entry to your desired course from the CAO system, you can have the opportunity to achieve up to 390 points in a PLC course and gain access to 3rd Level or for mature students who did not complete a Leaving Certificate to gain access to 3rd Level.
Further information
Horticulture
Horticulture
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QQI Level 5 Course Code: 5M2586
Co-ordinator: Sean O'Loughlin
Contact: sean.oloughlin@gretb.ie
Course Outline
This PLC horticulture course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the principles of horticulture and the skills to pursue a career in this sector.
Modules
Landscape Construction and Maintenance - 5N1908
Fruit and Vegetable Production - 5N2552
Soil Science and Growing Media - 5N2530
Plant Identification and Use - 5N2527
Ornamental Horticulture - 5N2548
Communications - 5N0690
Plant Protection - 5N2546
Plant Science - 5N2528
Work Practice - 5N1433
Fees
€175 GCC Student Services Fee applies to all learners.
€50 QQI Certification Fee applies to all learners except
Those in receipt of Back to Education Allowance.
Medical Card Holders (valid at time of Registration).
Non EU Students are subject to an International Fee.
We advise non-EU citizens living outside Ireland to contact the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service on www.inis.gov.ie to ensure the course you are considering applying for is eligible for a student visa. Non-EU citizens living in Ireland are welcome to apply and require a PPS number (Personal Public Service Number). Non-EU citizens are required to pay a tuition fee set by the Irish government which is currently €3653. Some exemptions apply, for further information, please contact http://www.gretb.ie
Further information is available at www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
Modules
Landscape Construction and Maintenance - 5N1908
Fruit and Vegetable Production - 5N2552
Soil Science and Growing Media - 5N2530
Plant Identification and Use - 5N2527
Ornamental Horticulture - 5N2548
Communications - 5N0690
Plant Protection - 5N2546
Plant Science - 5N2528
Work Practice - 5N1433
Work Experience
Work practice takes place throughout the academic year. Students find their practice in various garden centres, nurseries, organic vegetable growers, florists, private and public gardens
Special Features
Suitable for beginners and those who want to broaden their knowledge of horticulture. Practical hands on course to learn how to grow your own vegetables, trees and shrubs. Practical work takes place in a 20 Metre Polythene Tunnel. Strong emphasis on growing food crops, tree and shrub identification and garden maintenance.
5M2586 - Horticulture
Award Title: Horticulture Award Code: 5M2586 QQI Level: 5
Please Note
Galway Community College reserves the right to make changes to 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 college and a student or a third party.
Phone: 091 755464 / 091758054
Email: gcc@gretb.ie
Website: www.galwaycc.ie
Course Coordinator
Sean O Loughlin
sean.oloughlin@gretb.ie