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 Entry Requirements
Second class honours degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, Food Science or related discipline.
Applicants who do not meet these requirements but have relevant work experience may be assessed for entry in line with the DkIT RPL Policy and Procedures. International students must have a minimum level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Candidates may be interviewed.
Duration
1 Year
Course Delivery
One half-day per week in addition to being available for some occasional practical or field classes on other days.
Number of credits
15
Careers or further progression
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.
Further enquiries
Contact
Dr. Breda Brennan School of Health & Science
T: +353(0)429370200 Ext 2976
E: breda.brennan@ dkit.ie
Subjects taught
Modules taught are
Biotechnology in Animal Feeds
Food Biotechnology
Who Should Apply?
This course will be of interest to those working in the Agriculture, Environmental and Food Science areas who wish to progress to management level.
Application date
How to Apply
You should apply using the DkIT Postgraduate Application (see download button in the application weblink below);
Please include an up-to-date CV with your completed application form and return to:
Admissions Officer, Dundalk Institute of Technology, Dublin Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth
Course fee
€1,275
Enrolment and start dates
Starting Date September 2020
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Awarding Body
Dundalk Institute of Technology
Level 9