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Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology

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Course Duration

36 days over three years

Course Location

Loughry Campus

Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology

The PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Materials is nationally recognised packaging qualification that is appropriate for those wanting to enhance their understanding of packaging and sustainable packaging choices in the food and drink packaging industry. The qualification provides learners with a broad knowledge of the principles, materials, processes and other elements of packaging production and use. Those completing the Diploma will be able to apply this knowledge to solving problems and making decisions associated with the technical and aesthetic performance, cost, safety and legality of packaging materials and packed products.

Course content

The qualification is comprised of three units:

  • Understanding the role and functions of packaging
  • Understanding the packaging materials and components
  • Understanding the management of packaging, production and business processes.

Who is this course for?

It is suitable for those wanting to enhance their employment and progression opportunities in the packaging and related industries. People who want to broaden their knowledge and understanding and take on greater levels of responsibility.

Course Entry Requirements

As a guide for entry candidates will normally be expected to have a minimum of  1 GCE A level and 5 GCSEs at Grade A – C, including one science subject, and the key skills of numeracy, communication, and information technology, or the PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Packaging qualification.

Alternatively, learners should be able to clearly demonstrate, for example through experience in the packaging industry, that they are likely to succeed in the programme of study.

Assessment Method

This qualification is assessed by four two-hour, closed-book examinations and one 5,000-word project.

The full awards are available at Pass, Merit & Distinction to learners who successfully complete all six units, exam and assignment.

 

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Loughry Campus

Loughry Campus aims to develop learners’ skills and competitiveness through education, training, business and technology programmes to meet the needs of the food industry.

      Course validated by:

      Adele Dallas

      Key Contact

      Adele Dallas
      Senior Technologist (Food)

      Adele.Dallas@daera-ni.gov.uk

      Fees

      £2550