Humanities & Social Sciences courses in Dublin

This Advanced Social Studies course is designed for those who wish to work with and on behalf of people who need help or support in accessing social and community services or information, or who require someone to speak or act on their behalf as an adviser or advocate. This support, or advocacy, is crucial in…

This is a one year course for students over the age of 21 years who wish to enter the fields of Social Care and Social Studies. As an access programme this course meets the needs of students who wish to apply for mature entry to Higher Education or further professional training

This is a broad academic introduction to social studies and social care. As an access programme this course caters particularly to those who wish to progress to Higher Education or further professional training.

Community Development organisations in Ireland make a valuable contribution to the achievement of social change, equality and social justice.  Community development workers have been presented with a number of opportunities and challenges over the recent years by the rapidly changing social context of Ireland including work with new communities, migrant workers and refugees; combating racism;…

This is a unique production management programme for individuals who wish to work in the media industry as producers. It is a one year progression course for students who have successfully completed a Higher National Diploma in Media (or a related area) and have already accumulated a minimum of 120 ETCS. It is an honours…

Whether your interest is in progressing towards a career in the field of social care, professional social research or policy analysis, or whether you are interested in a broad-based undergraduate education, the BA (Hons) in Social Science is the degree for you. Social Science is the interdisciplinary study of human society. It draws upon disciplines…

The BA (Hons) in Liberal Arts (a level-8, QQI-accredited, award) provides an intellectually stimulating and challenging course of undergraduate study in the liberal arts, with a wide range of foundation courses combined in the latter stages with specialised study in four concentrations. The programme is structured around two common years, with specialisations developing out of…

Creative writing touches on all aspects of written communication, with particular emphasis on those that lie outside the purely academic and technical fields. Creative writing draws on the authors imaginative capacity, stylistic felicity, and originality of composition, insight and expression. It encompasses a wide range of approaches, including prose fiction, poetry, drama, screenwriting, graphic novels…

This new Rathmines College QQI Level 5 course examines the role and functions of the legal system and its relationship with crime as well as criminal justice. Excellent Higher Education progression opportunities to study law.

The QQI Level 5 Certificate in Liberal Arts provide opportunities for school leavers to gain access to Arts, Social Science & Humanities degree programmes at University

This QQI Level 5 course has an emphasis on literature and analysis, this course offers a unique selection of modules which have been selected to enable learners to explore the world of fiction, drama, film and to develop their own creative writing skills. Alongside this main emphasis, the course offers learners the chance to learn…

This QQI Level 5 course will prepare learners to study in the field of the Arts and Social Sciences at University level. Students will take modules similar to those offered in Universities in these disciplines as well as modules to improve their general academic and research skills. This course has links to all of the…

This Self-Caring Practice programme supports learners from all professional backgrounds to critically engage with self-awareness theories and to identify personal strengths and vulnerabilities which may impact on both their personal and professional lives. In doing so, learners develop the skills to apply appropriate self-care strategies and build their resilience.

Creative Writing for Digital Media This course is designed for anyone with an interest in creative writing and storytelling.  Students will explore various aspects of writing creatively and will be facilitated in developing both written and digital content for online platforms. The course will focus on developing writing skills for both fiction and scripts as…

Archaeology; Folklore and Ethnology; Local History; European Studies; Heritage; Communications; Tourism Principles and Practice; Personal & Professional Development; Word Processing; Research & Study Skills

Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education QQI LEVEL 5 (5M2009) BTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefit. Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 and wish to re-enter…

Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education QQI LEVEL 5 (5M2009) – 2 Years Part-Time BTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefit. Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19…

A practical journalism course that prepares you to work across all platforms: print, broadcast journalism, online journalism, mobile journalism and social media. First years get to work in our simulated digital newsroom and our hi-tech radio and television studios.Using the latest software, you will produce the college newspaper which has won a series of SMEDIA…

Course aims This Liberal Arts course aims to provide opportunities for school leavers to gain access to Arts, Social Science & Humanities degree programmes at Universities and I.T.’s. It will provide a second chance for many school leavers who aspire to Third Level. This course is confined to school leavers. Similar programmes within CDETB are offered…

Duration This is a Full-time One Year course which runs from September to May.   Exact details of the timetable will be given out to students during the induction process prior to class commencement in September. Overview This course provides students with solid background knowledge and skills for progression to third level and thrive in an…

This is a two year Social Care QQI Level 6 course which examines the theory and practice of social studies and social care.  The wide range of modules offered enables students to gain a critical awareness of the way in which society works and provides the opportunity to investigate contemporary social issues and problems.  Modules…

This is a two year Social Care QQI Level 6 course which examines the theory and practice of social studies and social care.  The wide range of modules offered enables students to gain a critical awareness of the way in which society works and provides the opportunity to investigate contemporary social issues and problems.  Modules…

This Level 5 Certificate course offers a broad introduction to the area of Social Studies. It is designed for people who are interested in working in a variety of social care services. Students can develop the personal qualities, knowledge, skills and academic background required to progress in the social work/care sector.

BTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefit. Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs because of COVID-19 and wish to re-enter the workforce. See here for details This innovative two-year part time BTEI…

BTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefit. Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs because of COVID-19 and wish to re-enter the workforce. See here for details This innovative two-year part time BTEI…

This Youth and Community Work QQI accredited course is a one year, full-time programme. This Youth Work & Community Studies course is designed for those who would like to pursue a career in the youth and community sector, working with young people in a range of community based settings. This QQI Level 5 programme provides…