Foundation Certificate in Horticulture and Animal Care

Institute: Institute of Applied Sciences

Department: Centre for Agriculture, Aquatics, and Animal Sciences

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: AG2-O01-23
MQF Level: Level 2
Credits: 60 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Not Applicable, does not include WBL
Duration: 1 Year

Course Description

This programme of study is designed to equip learners with a range of basic skills and competences enabling them to become competent in various land-based activities related to the agricultural sector. This programme of studies includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will provide a clear idea of the nature of the area that the learner may wish to follow in the future. Learners will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with farm animals, exotic animals and plants. Special focus will be given to soil, crop and animal management, livestock nutrition and farm maintenance.

Career Prospects

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….
Any MCAST MQF Level 1 Introductory Certificate

OR

Finished Compulsory Education
(as will be documented by a full, official School Leaving Certificate / SSCP / SSQP)

Initial Assessment Tests (depending on eligibility and applicability)
(further / updated information regarding IATs can be found amongst the FAQs in https://mcast.edu.mt/important-information/)

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Updated: 2025-06-06