Expand+The overall aim of this course is to introduce the learner to the area of sociology and social studies. This course will provide the learner with the opportunity to develop their understanding and awareness in the area of Applied Social Studies. Succ...

Hide-The overall aim of this course is to introduce the learner to the area of sociology and social studies. This course will provide the learner with the opportunity to develop their understanding and awareness in the area of Applied Social Studies. Successful students can progress to further or higher education or gain employment in the social care sector. The course features an opportunity to gain experience in a voluntary capacity in a variety of organisations. The course includes educational field trips, off-campus research, guest speakers and practical team working projects for experience based learning.

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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.

For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).

Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the...

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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.

For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).

Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the grant is dependent on the distance students travel from their place of residence to the college.

It is advisable for students to apply as early as possible for maintenance grants.

For details of grant applications for the coming year, see: http://corkvec.ie/grants/index.shtml

For further information please see www.studentfinance.ie

Expand+Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by ...

Hide-Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by the means of a ten to fifteen minute interview. Interviews will take place in May and September depending on when you apply. All late applicants should check with the College Main Office as quite frequently, we have places still available on some courses in September. Applications can be made using our online application form (see above).

Expand+Course Content
The following subjects may be offered:

Social Studies 5N1370
This module aims to introduce learners to the area of sociology and social studies and to develop their understanding and awareness of social issues in their own lives a...

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The following subjects may be offered:

Social Studies 5N1370
This module aims to introduce learners to the area of sociology and social studies and to develop their understanding and awareness of social issues in their own lives and society in general.

Intercultural Studies 5N0765
This module equips the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to explore, reflect and analyse intercultural studies. These could include issues such as diversity, racism, prejudice, conflict, equality and interdependence.

Care Provision and Practice 5N2705
This module will equip learners with the knowledge to understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers, the needs of groups requiring care and the interpersonal qualities needed to work in a range of care environments.

Psychology 5N0754
This module introduces learners to psychological perspectives, psychology as a science and psychological disorders. It provides learners with the knowledge, skills and capacity to understand psychological processes.

Equality and Disability 5N1273
This module will equip learners with the knowledge, skill and competence to challenge personal and/or organisational behaviour that discriminates against people with disabilities. It will provide learners with an awareness of the importance of equality for people with disabilities in all areas of society.

Legal Practice and Procedures 5N1394
This module facilitates learners in developing a general understanding of the Irish Legal system.

Community Arts Practice E20139
The module is designed to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to work under direction in a community arts context, and involves learners participating in experiential learning activities.

Communications 5N0690
This module facilitates learners to acquire communication skills relevant to vocational and personal development. Learners will explore the use of modern information and communications technology, in personal and vocational life.

Word Processing 5N1358
This module equips learners with the necessary skills to use a word processing application to produce a variety of documents.

Work Experience 5N1356
The programme aims to provide the learner with the personal knowledge, skills and capacity to participate in a suitable work placement under supervision for a limited time.

Expand+Career Opportunities

This course offers the opportunity to work in a number of voluntary and caring agencies. Links provided through work experience have led to students becoming full-time care assistants.

Progression Opportunities

390 CAO ...

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This course offers the opportunity to work in a number of voluntary and caring agencies. Links provided through work experience have led to students becoming full-time care assistants.

Progression Opportunities

390 CAO Points can be earned by students on successful completion of this course.

UCC
•BA Early Years and Childhood Studies (CK111)
•BSocSc. Social Studies (CK102)
•BA Arts (CK101)

CIT
•BA Social Care (CR031)
•BA Early Years Education (CR620)

CSN
•Social Studies 2, Certificate in Information, Advice and Advocacy, (QQI Level 6, 6M3115)

Students who wish to use the progression links to further studies will need to attain a certain level of achievement in their QQI award.