Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This full-time one year programme provides a solid foundation in General Science. The programme aims to provide both the knowledge and practical skills necessary to prepare learners for further studies in areas such as Biomedical, Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Agriculture, Food, Nutrition, Biological, Forensic and Sports Science as well as Pharmacy Technician programmes.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Biology
Chemistry
Laboratory Skills
Mathematics
Microbiology
Physics
Safety and Health at Work
Communications
Work Experience
Introduction to Cleanroom Operations
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 5M3807 |
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
The successful completion of the QQI Major Level 5 in Laboratory Techniques will enable applicants to source employment at an entry level in a science laboratory and work independently and/ or under supervision and apply a range of scientific theory and practice and use appropriate equipment to carry out specific laboratory experiments accurately including analysis of results.