Dundalk Institute of Technology

Louth

Sustainable Land Management

English

6

C-VET

Formal

This is a part-time course to provide ongoing education for qualified, experienced farmers to allow them to keep pace with ongoing technological and policy changes in land management. This program is aimed at holders of ‘Green Certs’ who have significant experience but did not pursue higher or further education beyond level 5. This is an opportunity to develop new skills and keep pace with ongoing technological and policy changes in agriculture. The program will support farmers who wish to diversify to new land uses.

Soil Science and Sustainable Farming, Crop and Forage Science, Agriculture and Climate Change

675

QQI

1 year (Part time)

15 ECTS

Strong interpersonal, mechanical and good listening skills

Soil Resources Management

Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (EQF 5) and a minimum of 2 years relevant post qualification experience; or Specific Purpose Certificate in Farm Administration and a minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification experience.

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.