Course Description
This one-year part-time course aims to up-skill existing science graduates and provide them with knowledge of the use and potential of biotechnology in food and animal feed production and processing.
Food & Feed Biotechnology
Entry requirements
Minimum of second class honours degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, Food Science or related discipline.
Applicants with relevant experience who do not meet the academic entry requirements may also apply.
International students must have a minimum level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.5.
Duration
1 Year
Learners will be required to attend DkIT one half-day per week in addition to being available for some occasional practical or field classes on other days.
Careers or further progression
15
Further enquiries
Contact
Dr. Arjan Van Rossum
Head of Department of Applied Sciences, School of Health and Science
t 042 9370265
e arjan.vanrossum@dkit.ie
Subjects taught
Modules taught are
Biotechnology in Animal Feeds
Food Biotechnology
Who Should Apply?
This course will provide learners with an extended skill set which shall lead to greater employment opportunities in the food and animal feed industries. It will be of interest to those already working in these sectors who wish to broaden their skills base.
Application date
Apply online Visit www.dkit.ie/partime for information on how to enrol online for this course
or see Application weblink below.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses is limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee. Apply by 14th September 2018.
Course fee
1,275
Enrolment and start dates
Starting Date September 2018
Registration for a part-time course at DkIT could not be easier. Just click on www.dkit.ie/parttime to search for your course and follow the 'How To Apply' instructions on the course page.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses is limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee.
Applicants must notify the Lifelong Learning Centre in writing in the event of your withdrawal from any course for any reason.
If you have any questions about registering for a course, contact our Lifelong Learning Team on E parttime@dkit.ie or call us on T +353 (0)42 9370 290.
Or Attend our Information Evening on 11th September 2018
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Awarding Body
Dundalk Institute of Technology