By Category : Agriculture & Veterinary - Part-Time and Evening Courses

If you hold a QQI Level 5 related award in areas such as animal care assistant, equine studies or equine breeding, then why not take the opportunity to undertake further studies in advanced animal science. This award is designed to […]

In this course, you will learn how wastewater can be treated using different reclamation techniques. This free online course examines water treatment technologies and their applications, such as producing usable water from wastewater. The course covers the theories and principles […]

If you hold a QQI Level 5 in Equine studies, then why not take the opportunity to undertake further studies in Equine Breeding. On successful completion of this QQI Level 6 award in Equine Breeding, students will be able to […]

The aim of this programme is to produce a technician with a fundamental knowledge of the essential engineering skills associated with agricultural machinery. This knowledge, combined with extensive work based practical learning, will equip the learner with the skills demanded […]

Teach your dog good habits that will last a lifetime! Learn how to care for all Animals! Create your own Business Understanding man’s best friend is vital for responsible owners and anyone working with dogs. Our online course will teach you about canine psychology, […]

Animal Care and Welfare (9 Weeks) Delve into Animal Welfare and Behaviour! Whether you’re an animal enthusiast or aspiring for a career in veterinary science, explore ethical treatment, enrichment, and behaviour analysis in this practical hobby course.

This one-year Animal Care Assistant course is designed to give students an introduction to the world of animal care and grooming. This course is designed to provide a combination of practical and theoretical tuition in all aspects of the animal […]

This programme will provide students with a good knowledge of animal nutrition and welfare. The programme provides students with training in the sale, supply and safe handling of animal remedies in accordance with the Animal Remedies Legislation and teaches the […]

This free online health and safety course explains how to manage the risks posed by the carcinogens found in asbestos. This health and safety training course promotes asbestos awareness and shows you how to manage the risks it poses. We […]

This part-time programme explores public management in its various dimensions, focusing on issues that affect health and hospital services. The provision and cost of healthcare are always topical issues, and students will consider key subjects within healthcare management alongside subjects […]

BSc (Hons) Horticulture This course is suitable for you if you wish to make a sustainable, positive impact on the environment, while being active and outdoors in nature, caring for landscapes, parks, open spaces and the urban public realm. It […]

This is a one-year part-time post-certificate course leading to a Level 7 Ordinary Degree in Construction Technology. It is designed to meet the needs of the construction industry for technical and managerial staff who have a sound understanding of the […]

This free online course explores animal psychology and behaviour to help you provide better pet and animal care. Every animal has its own care guidelines and needs. This animal psychology course thus provides an overview of various approaches to animal […]

This free online horticulture course provides the botanical and gardening skills required to cultivate healthy plants. Horticulture is a branch of agriculture that deals with growing fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants. This comprehensive gardening course provides up-to-date information and practical […]

Our Academy provides you with opportunies to excel in the field of image consultancy and makeup artistry.Once trained, you can offer the following services: One-to-one / group style consultations Bridal Makeovers and Consultations Seasonal Update Consultations Personal Shopping Service. Some […]

Over 10 weeks learn the fundamentals of bee keeping from an experienced, registered bee keeper. The course is a mix of classroom and practical sessions. The classroom sessions will take place on Tuesday evenings from 19:00-21:00. Practical sessions will take […]

Backyard Bee Keeping is a wonderful hobby, but to many it seems surrounded by mystery. This course opens the lid of the honey bee’s hive, enabling the novice beekeeper to understand this complex and fascinating world. We will explore the […]

All you need to know about getting started in beekeeping. Managing the bees, the life cycle of the colony, bee diseases, treatments, feeding, swarm control and harvesting honey as a crop. Course delivered by a third generation beekeeper.  

Beekeeping is a very popular and interesting hobby. Learn all you need to know about getting started in beekeeping from Mr Liam McGarry, Secretary of the County Dublin Beekeepers Association. The course includes units on: managing the bees  the life […]

Introduction to the art of beekeeping; life cycle of bees; caring for hives. Join the growing number of Irish urban beekeepers in this fascinating, environmentally-friendly hobby. Bees are a significant support for pollinating orchards and berry fruit. Learn the basic […]

2 days training (non-consecutive days), Day 1 (Classroom) and Day 2 (Practical). This training programme shall provide the learner with the basic knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply crop pesticides using a Boom Sprayer applicator in accordance with recommended […]

This 60-credit, 3-semester part-time, predominately online programme has been developed in collaboration with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College, is ideally suited to holders of level 7 qualifications in Agriculture and related areas who wish to progress to a level 8 qualification. […]

This is a 60-credit, part-time (year 3 entry only), level 7 add-on degree programme which will be delivered over 2 years. It was developed by DkIT in partnership with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College and is the first programme of its […]

Learn to be your dog’s best friend by teaching them behaviours that will help them to live in the human world as happy and well pets. You will be given instruction by a qualified canine obedience trainer to teach your […]

Course description as course no. 6082 above.

This 1 semester, 10-credit programme has been developed in collaboration with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College. This programme is targeted at holders of level 7 qualifications in Agriculture and related areas and it will cover the key in-demand subjects of Herd […]

This 10-credit part-time programme focuses on developing knowledge and skills in molecular biology, genetics and the current and emerging laboratory techniques used in modern veterinary practice. The programme addresses the relevant applications of these techniques and technologies and their role […]

Graduates of the Certificate in Animal Biotechnology will gain an understanding of areas such as animal genetics, selective breeding and lineage traceability, and how molecular biology can be applied in the in the construction of genetically modified organisms within the […]

Gain the Foundation skills and knowledge to provide the best care for Companion Animals Whether you’re currently working with animals, looking to work with animals in the future, or simply love animals and want to provide them with the best care […]

This is a part-time, minor award at NFQ level 7, which runs from January to December. It was developed by DkIT in partnership with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College. It is evident that there is a need to provide ongoing education […]