Evaluation of QQI FET/FETAC qualifications Applicants should consult HEI literature to establish how QQI FET/FETAC level 5/6 awards, now made by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), are assessed. QQI FET/FETAC level 5/6 major awards are made up of a number of component awards. Different sets of components may lead to different major awards. Some courses require specific major awards. It is important to know which major awards are accepted for entry to these courses. For certain courses in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) there is a reserved quota of places for applicants presenting QQI FET/FETAC level 5/6 awards. Such applicants compete for these places separately from all other applicants. Details are shown in the HEI prospectus. You may also refer to the QQI FET/FETAC section of the CAO website www.cao.ie. The description below is based on the structure of the CAS awards introduced by QQI FET/FETAC in 2012. For awards under the previous structure, QQI will provide CAO with scores in the format described here.