Expand+What does it cost?
Tuition is free to all Irish and EU Nationals. However, a registration fee, made up of the college registration charge and the Government Charge (€200)*, is payable. Where applicable, membership and examination fees are also payab...

Hide-What does it cost?
Tuition is free to all Irish and EU Nationals. However, a registration fee, made up of the college registration charge and the Government Charge (€200)*, is payable. Where applicable, membership and examination fees are also payable.

Applicants will be notified of requirements in relation to textbooks, equipment etc. when they have been offered a place. Non - EU Nationals are charged fees as set by the Department of Education and Science - details of these are available from the College Admissions Office.

* The Government Charge was introduced in 2011, and is payable in full at course registration.
However, the following categories of students are exempt from paying this charge:
- Full Medical Card holders, and their dependent children,
- Those eligible under the Student Grant Scheme,
- and those in receipt of Back to Education Allowance (BTEA), or Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) allowances.

Expand+Application Process 2017/18
You can now apply online.

Apply online now with our easy-to-use application form. You will receive an email with your interview date and time.

Offers of places are made in May. You may request an application form fr...

Hide-Application Process 2017/18
You can now apply online.

Apply online now with our easy-to-use application form. You will receive an email with your interview date and time.

Offers of places are made in May. You may request an application form from September. Return your application form at least ten days prior to the interview day.

The Interview
You should bring a CV, portfolio of work, projects, essays, references, PPS number, and samples of artwork where relevant.

Students with a Disability
The college welcomes applications from persons with disability. It is the policy of the college to foster an inclusive education provision for all.

International Applicants
Please bring the following to interview: GNIB Card Letter from the Department of Justice Equality and Law Reform outlining your permission to remain in the state Passport / Marriage Certificate, etc.

Expand+Principal Area of Study

Accounting Technician, Year 1 (Certificate)
Financial Accounting, Taxation, Law and Ethics, Business Management, Work Experience
(QQI/FETAC Level 5 minor award)
Accounting Technician, Year 2 (Diploma)
Advanced Financia...

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Accounting Technician, Year 1 (Certificate)
Financial Accounting, Taxation, Law and Ethics, Business Management, Work Experience
(QQI/FETAC Level 5 minor award)
Accounting Technician, Year 2 (Diploma)
Advanced Financial Accounting, Advanced Taxation, Management Accounting, Integrated Accounting Systems

Note: The Accounting Technician Qualification Ireland is divided into two parts, each of which is a qualification in its own right: Certificate for Accounting Technicians (1 Year); Diploma for Accounting Technicians (2 Years)

Expand+Entry Requirements
◾A minimum of five passes on ordinary level papers in the Leaving Certificate. These passes must include English and Mathematics or Accountancy. Or
◾Four passes of which at least two are on higher level papers. Note:...

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◾A minimum of five passes on ordinary level papers in the Leaving Certificate. These passes must include English and Mathematics or Accountancy. Or
◾Four passes of which at least two are on higher level papers. Note: These passes must include English and Mathematics (ordinary level) or Accountancy. Or
◾Students with a fully achieved relevant QQI - Level 5 qualification.
◾Mature students who have reached 21 years of age but do not possess the minimum educational requirements may still apply to do the course based on age on experience. And
◾Personal interview

Expand+Career Opportunities and Progression
Students will acquire the skills and qualifications necessary to take up employment in the following areas: Assistant accountant, accountant, accounts administrator, credit controller, stock controller and bankin...

Hide-Career Opportunities and Progression
Students will acquire the skills and qualifications necessary to take up employment in the following areas: Assistant accountant, accountant, accounts administrator, credit controller, stock controller and banking. Those who are both interested and suitably qualified may proceed (with exemptions) to qualify as accountants, or pursue a career in taxation.

Progression
Upon successful completion of Year 2, graduates may also upgrade to the third year of a Business Degree in Institutes of Technology.