| Course Name |
General Studies - Liberal Arts |
| Course Provider |
Donahies Community School |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
City of Dublin ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M3114 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Donaghmede |
| Course Content |
This course is designed specially to prepare students for entry to third level degree courses. It is suitable for persons who may or may not have completed the leaving cert. It is also suitable for mature students who have completed the FETAC level 4 programme on general vocational studies.
This certificate provides a foundation in subjects that students may wish to study in an arts degree course. It will also provide students with the necessary skills required to succeed at third level. |
| FET Code |
5M3114 - General Studies |
| Duration |
1 year
The programme is delivered on 5 mornings per week to facilitate students who may have commitments in the afternoon. |
| Comment |
The course will lead a QQI level 5 certificate in General Studies. |
| Financial Support |
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| Application Date |
Prior to September 2017 |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
September 2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
Communications writing and research skill
Personal and professional development
History
Media analysis
English literature
Social studies
Word processing
Modules may change |
| Mature Entry Places |
Mature students are welcome to apply. |
| Entry Requirements |
Who is it for?
This course is designed specially to prepare students for entry to third level degree courses. It is suitable for persons who may or may not have completed the Leaving Certificate. It is also suitable for mature students who have completed the FETAC Level 4 programme on General Vocational Studies. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Access to University
Colleges have reserved places for students who achieve a high grade in the QQI Level 5 Liberal Arts programme
UCD - 25 places in Arts faculty
NUI Maynooth - 25 places in Arts faculty
DCU - Access Programme with Donahies Community School
NCI (National College of Ireland) - Access Programme with Donahies Community School
Mater Dei Institute - Places in Arts Degree |
| Further Enquiries |
To find out more please contact
Mr Pat Davern
email: p.davern@donahiescommunityschool.com
Or the school main office at 01 847 3522 |
| Course Web Page |
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