Expand+This programme is currently delivered on a three-year cycle. The next intake to Year 1 is scheduled for September 2017.

There are a limited number of advanced entry places available for Year 3 commencing September 2016. Applications are open to ca...

Hide-This programme is currently delivered on a three-year cycle. The next intake to Year 1 is scheduled for September 2017.

There are a limited number of advanced entry places available for Year 3 commencing September 2016. Applications are open to candidates with a Level 6 Higher Certificate (120 ECTS) in community development or a related area. Other candidates may be considered on the basis of a learning portfolio that demonstrates the achievement of learning equivalent to the learning outcomes for Years 1 and 2 of the programme. All applications will be treated on a case-by-case basis and in accordance with ITC’s policy on recognition of prior learning.

Expand+This programme aims to develop an understanding and analysis of theories and practices of leadership and community development. It will support the professional development of people who are employed in the field of community development, people who ...

Hide-This programme aims to develop an understanding and analysis of theories and practices of leadership and community development. It will support the professional development of people who are employed in the field of community development, people who work in the community in a voluntary capacity and people with an interest in leadership and community development.

Students acquire in-depth knowledge and develop research and problem-solving skills through work and enquiry-based learning, more formally structured tuition, and self-directed learning. A variety of assessment methods such as reflective journals, presentations, research projects and portfolios, written examination and assignments are used on the programme.

Year 1
Learning to Learn at Third Level
Introduction to Community Development
Introduction to Community Leadership
Group Work and Facilitation Skills
Social Analysis
Introduction to Citizenship and Social Action

Year 2
Leadership and Organisational Development
Community Development and Practical Approaches
Understanding and Managing Conflict in a Community Development setting
Reflective Practice: Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes
Social Policy
Equality and Diversity

Year 3
Community Development and Technology
Research Methods and Practice
Project Cycle Management in the Community and Voluntary Sector
Community Education and Transformational Change
Leadership and Social Change
Leadership in Practice