Nutrition Dietetics & Food-Science
This Food Science & Nutrition course is aimed at students who want to develop their knowledge of food science and nutrition. The applied nature of this programme will focus on the relationship between food and health and the study of food from a scientific point of view. This course can provide successful students with the knowledge and the entry requirements necessary to access some science based programmes at Third level. The course also aims to provide students with the skills necessary to gain employment in the food industry.
| 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 full-time one-year course and runs from September to May
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
Interview
Mature applicants welcome
Applicants whose first language is not English will require a competency as stated in our admissions policy
Careers / Further progression
Progression To Higher Education
• Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme.
• The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website.
• Click here for details of CAO QQI Requirements Lookup http://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=fetac_search
The following are examples of courses to which students' progress from this programme;
ATU - Sligo
SG434 BSc in Human Nutrition Level 7
SG443 BSc in Human Nutrition Level 8
SG440 BSc (Hons) in Agri-Food Science Level 8
SG430 BSc in Agri-Food Science Level 7
Please note that all QQI Further Education graduates who hold a major Level 5 or Level 6 award are eligible to apply for any IT Sligo programme through the CAO system.
ATU - Galway
GA 791 Public Health Nutrition Level 8
ATU - Letterkenny
LY837 BSc in Food Science & Nutrition Level 7
St. Angela’s College Sligo (ATU)
Students on this course are eligible for the access to Post Primary (APT) programme in St. Angela's / NUIG. A limited number of places on their teaching courses are offered based on QQI PLC results.
LS BSc in Food & Business Management Level 8
Further information
The maintenance grant is means tested and the award of a grant amount is the responsibility of www.susi.ie
This Course Is Designed To
Prepare participants for specialised degree programmes in Nutrition, Health Promotion & Science courses in Higher Education Colleges throughout Ireland, progression routes in the North West include ATU Sligo & ATU St. Angelas college, ATU Letterkenny and ATU Galway.
Enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to independently analyse, quantify and report on the physical, chemical and biochemical nature of foods and the principles of Nutrition, Health Promotion and Food Technology.
Gain practical knowledge and competence in applied work practices including adherence to health and safety procedures in the workplace.
Course Content
Nutrition & Health Promotion 5N2006
Dietetics 5N3736
Food Processing 5N5245
Human Anatomy & Physiology 5N0749
Microbiology 5N0737
Food Chemistry 5N2748
Laboratory Skills 5N2751
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Optional Modules
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths (5N1833) as an extra module.
5M5267 - Food Science
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Food Science (5M5267)
Please Note
A new National Common Awards System (CAS) is being introduced by QQI for Further Education and Training programmes. Sligocfe 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.
Phone 071-9145480
Email: sligocfe@msletb.ie
Web: www.sligocfe.ie
For More Information
Phone 071-9145480 or email sligocfe@msletb.ie