Course Description
Ecology and Practical Fieldwork (Applied Ecology)
An Applied Ecology course for those who wish to pursue a career in an ecologically related field.
What will I study?
- Biological Diversity (5N1568)
- Biology (5N2746)
- Ecological Field Methods (5N1439)
- Permaculture Design (5N1617)
- Plant Identification & Use (5N2527)
- Plant Science (5N2528)
- Sustainable Water Management (5N5027)
- Team-working (5N1367)
- Work Experience (5N1356)
Why should I apply?
If you are interested in working outdoors and have an interest and passion for the natural environment, this is the course for you. This course gives you the foundation needed to pursue a career in Ecology, Botany, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Conservation, and other related industry sectors. Governments worldwide have declared “climate change and biodiversity loss” a global emergency and this course will support you in becoming a contributing member to the solution of this global emergency.
In Ireland in recent years, with increases in environmental awareness and realisation of some of our obligations to environmental issues, the scope for employment in the environmental and ecological fields has increased dramatically. Additionally, we have recognised the importance of this type of knowledge in all sectors. As a learner on this course, we will give you the skills and knowledge to apply environmental principles and knowledge to any of the sectors you may end up working in.
Successful participants on the course could also progress to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes.
This course is a path to explore the different educational and employment opportunities in the environmental sector.
| College | Kerry College of Further Education & Training |
| Course Location | Killarney, Kerry |
| Course Category | Environmental Studies, Agriculture |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Level 5 Major Award Certificate in Applied Ecology (5M5028) |
| Course Start Date | 2nd September 2024 |
| Course End Date | 6th June 2025 |
| Course Duration | 40 weeks |
| Course Fee | 0 |
| Entry Requirements | Statutory School Leaving Age (16+) QQI Level 4 Major Award, Leaving Certificate or equivalent Competent written and spoken English (CEFR Level B1 or higher) An interest in ecology, sustainability and biodiversity Good numerical skills Basic Computer IT/Skills Leaving Cert Biology or equivalent is desirable A drivers licence is desirable Mature applicant route available Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland |
| Carear Path | This Ecology & Practical Fieldwork Skills course is a great starting point for those looking to pursue a career in Ecology, Botany, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Conservation, and other related industry sectors. Governments worldwide have declared “climate change and biodiversity loss” a global emergency. In Ireland, there will be an increased scope for employment in the environmental and ecological fields. You may also progress to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at third-level. |
| Phone | 0667149696/0646622593 |
| Course Code | 410268 |
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