Certificate in Sustainable Land Management
NOW CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS
The closing date for applications is Monday 9th September OR until all places are taken whichever comes first.
Course Overview
This is a part-time, minor award at NFQ level 7, which runs from September to May, starting in September 2022. It was developed by DkIT in partnership with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College. It is evident that there is a need to provide ongoing education for qualified, experienced farmers to allow them to keep pace with ongoing technological and policy changes in land management.
This programme is aimed at holders of ‘Green Certs’ who have significant experience but did not pursue higher or further education beyond NFQ level 6.
Graduates of this programme will demonstrate:
- An informed approach to sustainable forage and crop production, based on knowledge of soil nutrient management, technological advances, and plant protection methodologies.
- The ability to apply science and technology through an innovative and adaptable approach to meet current and future challenges in the Agriculture sector in relation to climate change and environmental sustainability.
What makes this course different
Stay Current
This is an opportunity to develop new skills and keep pace with ongoing technological and policy changes in agriculture.
Transform Land Utilisation
The programme will support farmers who wish to diversify to new land uses.
Course Delivery and Modules
The course will be delivered on 2 evenings per week, one of which will be online and one on campus in either DkIT or Ballyhaise College. Laboratory and farm practical classes will be held on one Saturday during each semester.
Students will need access to a PC or Mac computer, a headset with a mic and a broadband internet connection to participate fully in the programme.
Final exams may be scheduled in the DkIT campus during the day time.
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Semester 1 Modules (Sept-Dec)
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Semester 2 Modules (Jan-May)
Education Progression
Graduates of this programme may be interested in progressing to the full BSc in Agriculture, of which this programme is a sub-set.
BSc (Hons) in Agriculture (Sustainable Agriculture/Agri-Food Production)
View Course DetailsFees and Funding
The course fee is €675, payable as follows:
- Instalment 1: €200 (non-refundable) is payable to confirm your acceptance of a course place.
- Instalment 2: €475 is payable by 31st October.
Fees
€675
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements for entry to the programme are as follows:
- Higher Certificate in Science in Agriculture or equivalent (NFQ level 6 Higher Education);
OR - Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (NFQ level 6 QQI award) and a minimum of 2 years relevant post qualification experience;
OR - Certificate in Agriculture (NFQ Level 5 QQI award) with NFQ level 6 Specific Purpose Certificate in Farm Administration and a minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification experience;
OR - Other NFQ level 6 Agriculture awards that meet the requirements for the Green Cert, which may be considered under the DkIT Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) Policy.
Candidates may be invited for interview and this will form part of the selection process where demand exceeds available places.
For candidates who do not meet the above entry criteria but have considerable relevant experience, the DkIT Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy and procedures may be applied. Learn more about RPL at DkIT
Ask us a Question
If you have a question about the Certificate in Sustainable Land Management please ask it below and we will get back to you.
Dr Siobhan Jordan
Acting Head of Department of Agriculture, Food and Animal Health
Email: Siobhan.Jordan@dkit.ieDr. Geraldine O'Connor
Head of Part-time Programmes, School of Health and Science
Email: geraldine.oconnor@dkit.ieDisclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).
