Cultural & Heritage Studies - Pre-University Arts
The Cultural and Heritage Studies programme offers students a wonderful blend of exciting subjects along with an excellent range of organised cultural trips.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
A student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:
- Leaving Certificate/LCA
- QQI Level 4 Award
- Mature applicants welcome
- If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment
- Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)
WHAT WE WOULD LIKE FROM YOU!
We would like to see enquiring minds with strong literacy and communication skills (both verbal & written) for this academic course. The programme is particularly suited to people with a keen interest in subject areas such as history, archaeology and folklore who wish to research these areas further and develop their critical thinking. If you have ambitions to pursue an Arts/Humanities/Law degree - this is the course for you!
Careers / Further progression
This 1-year programme is designed to facilitate students who wish to progress into either:
Employment or new start-up business opportunities in the field of Culture and Heritage or
Higher education in the Arts / Humanities / Law / Social Science areas.
DCU: Arts/Humanities; Secondary teacher training – English, History and Religion; International Relations; Law etc.
Maynooth: Arts; Social Science; Law etc
UCD: Arts/Humanities; Law; Social Science etc
TCD: Arts; Law etc
Participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to gain employment in the area of culture and heritage. There are an extensive range of Higher Education options available to successful graduates of the Cultural and Heritage programme. Students may progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI’s) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. Eight graduates from the 2020 class are in DCU.
Type in the course code 5M2154 to see progression routes on the Careers Portal website https://careersportal.ie/courses/cao_fetac_links.php
Further information
Courses begin in September 2024
Mature students are welcome to apply. Formal academic qualifications not required.
All fees are now €50
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.
Apply online via link above.
HOW WILL I LEARN?
The Cultural and Heritage Studies programme offers students a wonderful blend of exciting subjects along with an excellent range of organised cultural trips.
Throughout the year, students will participate in a broad range of interesting projects, field trips, cultural visits and guided tours e.g. Dublin Castle, National Museum, Kilmainham Gaol, Newgrange, Trinity College, National Library of Ireland, National Museum, Glasnevin Cemetery, etc. Course work will consist of a combination of onsite & online learning.
Archaeology
Folklore and Ethnology
Local History
European Studies
Heritage
Communications
Tourism Principles and Practice
Work Experience
Research & Study Skills
Genealogy Workshop
French (option)
Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A full Award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.
5M2154 Cultural & Heritage Studies
QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION
QQI Level 5 Award in Cultural & Heritage Studies 5M2154.
Cathal Brugha FET Campus
76 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, D01 X8V0
T: 01 533 7126
sinead.morrin@kmcfe.cdetb.ie