Pre-University Arts - Culture & Heritage Studies
Have you an interest in culture and history and how it is presented to the modern generation? Explore the development of culture through a variety of different perspectives, forms and arts.
| 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
38 weeks.
Entry Requirements
Minimum:
Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course.
Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award.
Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+.
Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher).
Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
Additional:
Must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Careers / Further progression
What are the progression opportunities?
If you complete a QQI major award with Kerry College, you may use your results to progress to third level (University, Technological University or Institute of Technology). You may apply under the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS). A limited number of places are available each year.
What are the progression opportunities?
If you complete a QQI major award with Kerry College, you may use your results to progress to third level (University, Technological University or Institute of Technology). You may apply under the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS). A limited number of places are available each year. Some examples include:
B. A. (Hons) Archaeology at University College Cork (UCC)
B. A. (Hons) Folklore Studies at University College Cork (UCC)
Bachelor of Arts (Liberal) at University College Cork (UCC)
B. Rel. Ed. Post Primary Teacher Education – Religious Education and History at Dublin City University (DCU)
B. A. (Ord) Tourism Management at TUDublin
Bachelor of Arts (Liberal) at University of Limerick (UL)
You should check individual university websites for specific entry criteria for courses.
There is a separate section on the CAO application for applying using your QQI results from Kerry College in the same way you use your Leaving Certificate results.
What are the employment opportunities?
This is an ideal starting point for those wishing to gain employment in a variety of cultural and heritage organisations. Heritage workers act as a link between the community and all aspects of our cultural, built and natural heritage. A wide range of service providers and government organisations including the education and the travel and tourism sectors. There are opportunities in local heritage concerns.
Building on solid relationships across a range of services to target a diverse range of peoples and areas of interest. Learners who successfully complete the course may gain employment in a wide variety of organisations such as:
• Community support projects
• Educational organisations
• Heritage organisation and centres
• Voluntary organisations
• Community services, organisation and initiatives
• Community Projects and Societies
• Green Campus Programmes
• Tidy Towns
• Local Community Development and Action Groups
• Kerry Volunteer Centre
• Theatre and Arts Centres
• Drama and music groups and organisations
• Local History and archaeological societies
• Library Archives
• Gardens and national parks general operative
• Wildlife conservation officer
• Tourism officer
• Festivals
• Public sector government bodies e.g. Failte Ireland, The Heritage council, OPW
• Environment and Conservation Officers
Further information
Start Date: 09/09/2024.
Learners on full-time programmes at Kerry College have a number of funding options.
1. DEASP (Department of Employment and Social Protection). Contact your local INTREO office.
2. SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). Apply at: www.susi.ie
If eligible, learners may only receive one of these payments while participating on a Kerry College full-time programme.
Learner Allowance
Also known as a Training Allowance.
To avail of a Learner Allowance, an applicant must be in receipt of a qualifying DEASP payment at course start. Allowances/payments are based on attendance and are paid by Kerry College directly to learners for the duration of the course. You may also receive accommodation or travel allowance if you meet the criteria.
Back to Education Allowance
To avail of a Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) the applicant must apply directly to the DEASP. BTEA is paid by DEASP directly to learners for the academic year. There is no option to receive any other payment or receive an accommodation or travel allowance.
SUSI Grant
SUSI is a maintenance grant available only for courses that are SUSI approved. Payments are made directly to the learner in the form of grants to cover the academic year.
There is no option to receive any other payment or receive an accommodation or travel allowance. A full-list of eligible course along with details on how to apply is available on SUSI.ie.
No Payment
A learner who is not eligible for Learner Payment, BTEA or SUSI may still apply and participate on any Kerry College course.
Courses for employment offer travel or accommodation support payments, if criteria are met.
Funding towards Travel, Accommodation and Meals
At present, learners on courses for progression do not qualify for travel/accommodation/meal payments. These payments relate only to learners on courses for employment. Learners may receive Travel or Accommodation Allowance - but not both. Your payment will be calculated and processed at course registration.
Travel Allowance
A travel allowance is a contribution towards the learner’s cost of travel based on the distance from the learner’s primary place of residence to the campus location.
To qualify, learners must live more than 3 miles/5km away from the campus location they are attending. Travel Allowances are not payable to participants on Night Training courses.
Accommodation Allowance
An accommodation allowance may be paid to learners who need to relocate in order to attend a course for employment.
To qualify, learners must live more than 20 miles/32km away from the campus location they are attending. For up to date information on this, please see: kerrycollege.ie/learner-information
National Childcare Scheme
The NCS (National Childcare Scheme) provides childcare supports for those on full-time education and training programmes. Full details can be found on the www.ncs.gov.ie webpage.
You may apply via your MyGovID account or contact Kerry County Childcare Committee at 066 718 1582 to discuss which childcare supports are available to you.
Applications for all full-time programmes should be made online via the Kerry College. Your application will be processed using our FETCHCOURSES system. If you haven't signed up for a FETCH account, you'll need to do this first. It's free and a one-time setup.
Courses For Progression
Gain access to a wide variety of third level courses by studying on our Level 5 and Level 6 programmes.
Have you an interest in culture and history and how it is presented to the modern generation? Explore the development of culture through a variety of different perspectives, forms and arts.
Why should I apply?
The learner with a keen interest is society and how they evolved over time will find this particular field of the social sciences. They are inclined towards the discussion and analytical activities and enjoy the skills of observation, researching and exploration of different theories and perspectives. They may prefer self-directed independent study under supervision however the course gives the learner opportunity to participate in field trips and practical skills demonstrations in a range of cultural and heritage contexts.
The rationale underpinning this programme is to provide the learner, as prospective Bachelor of Arts Degree students, with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competences to progress in their field of interest in academic study or to gain employment in the field of cultural and natural heritage or tourism. This course gives learners an opportunity to study a broad range of modules in core disciplines of Irish cultural and heritage studies.
The overall aim of the programme is to empower learners with an in-depth knowledge of local history and archaeology, folklore and ethnology and culture and heritage studies with an introduction to the arts. Creative writing skills are explored. It will provide opportunities to explore the theory and practice of key areas of cultural and heritage studies while equipping learners with a range of skills and knowledge to create and deliver a wide range of heritage activities and initiatives that adhere to interpretation key principles.
Students will learn about the cultural richness of Ireland and acquire in-depth knowledge and develop research and problem – solving skills through work and enquiry based learning, formally structured tuition and self-directed independent learning. At all times adhering to the ideas and themes outlined in the module descriptors, applying academic and popular conventions in the presentation of material and research. A variety of assessment of learning methods will be employed to reflect the diverse learning styles of the learner.
What will I study?
Archaeology (5N0762)
Creative Writing (5N4765)
Communications (5N0690)
Folklore & Ethnology (5N1274)
Local History (5N1296)
Literary, Visual & Performing Arts (5N2465)
Heritage (5N1453)
Work Experience (5N1356)
5M2154 Cultural and Heritage Studies
Contact the Kerry College Admissions Office on 066 714 9696 or info@kerrycollege.ie