Food Science 5M5267
This one-year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to acquire the theory, principles, practices and techniques underpinning Food Science and Food Processing to enable them to work under supervision in a variety of contexts in the food industry and or to progress to further and or higher education and training. Work placement / work experience may be a core feature/element of programmes in this field facilitating the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
*5N5245 Food Processing
*5N0737 Microbiology
*5N2748 Food Chemistry
*5N0690 Communications
*5N1356 Work Experience
*5N1833 Mathematics
*5N2006 Nutrition
*5N2746 Biology
GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.
Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.
· Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
Links include:
University of Galway
GY301 Science Level 8
GY303 Biomedical Science Level 8
GY304 Biotechnology Level 8
GY308 Environmental Science Level 8
GY310 Marine Science Level 8
GY314 Earth and Ocean Sciences Level 8
GY319 Mathematical Science Level 8
GY320 Physics Level 8
GY321 Genetics and Genomics Level 8
GY322 Agrictural Science Level 8
Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Galway
AU556 Science - Undenominated Level 7
AU556 Science - Undenominated Level 8
AU671 Medical Science Level 8
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
Student Contribution: €175
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
- GTI 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.
