Arts - Culture & History

Limerick College of Further Education

 

Course Name Arts - Culture & History
Course Provider Limerick College of Further Education
Alternative Provider(s) Limerick & Clare ETB
Course Code 5M2154 ACHX
Course Type PLC Post Leaving Cert
Qualifications
Award NameNFQ ClassificationAwarding BodyNFQ Level
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)  More info... Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
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Attendance Options Full time
Location (Districts) Limerick City
Course Content Programme Overview
This is a programme for those who wish to acquire an in-depth knowledge of local history, European folklore, ethnology, culture and heritage. Writing skills for journalism are all taught, topped off with word processing skills. Employment opportunities would arise in the tourism industry and beyond.
FET Code 5M2154 - Cultural & Heritage Studies
Duration 1 year
Comment Awards:
QQI Level 5 Cultural and Heritage Studies 5M2154
Course Fee There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview.
Financial Support Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary.
Interview Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable.
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Application Fee Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment.
Subjects Taught Typical Modules:

Customer Service
Local History
Archaeology
Communications
Folklore and Ethnology
Writing Skills for Journalism
Word Processing
Work Experience
Entry Requirements • Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.

• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.

• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic
requirements.

• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.
Careers or Further Progression Employment Opportunities / Progression
• Positions in tourist attractions, in research and many other areas.

• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.qqi.ie This qualification may entitle learners to apply for Arts Degree programmes at 3rd Level.
Further Enquiries Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie