Forensics, Criminology & Psychology
Our Forensics & Criminology programme is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge in criminology, forensics, and psychology. Learn how these fields relate to society, schools, the workplace, and the community.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Cert or its equivalent is advised.
• Mature students are welcome to apply. Work/life experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
After completing the programme, there are many career opportunities in the forensics and psychology fields, such as advocacy worker, Garda Síochána, addiction services, and outside the justice sector: TUSLA/HSE, research work, youth work.
Progression
Our programme has strong progression into Higher Education Institutions depending on the strand chosen by the learner. Progress to the following degree courses:
• TU Dublin: TU758 – Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
• TU Dublin: TU863 – Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
• TU Dublin: TU864 – DNA and Forensics Analysis
• Marino Institute of Education: CM020 – Early Childhood Education
• Marino Institute of Education: CM010 – Education Studies.
Please note: Applications for this programme should be made through the Applied Social Science and Psychology department on our Enrol system.
Join our Forensics & Criminology programme and develop the skills and knowledge to make a difference in the world.
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Additionally, students will participate in regular forensic workshops in areas of interest.
Further information
All Classes commence Monday 15th September 2025.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students in approved full-time third-level education in Ireland and also, in some cases, funding for students studying outside of Ireland.
Support is available to all types of students, from school leavers to mature students returning to education. www.susi.ie
Applications open from December 1st. You start by completing our centralised online application form (via the “Apply Now” button on the course page).
Do you want to explore the criminal justice system in Ireland? Our Forensics & Criminology programme is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge in criminology, forensics, and psychology. Learn how these fields relate to society, schools, the workplace, and the community.
Explore the criminal justice system in Ireland with our Forensics, Criminology and Psychology programme. Develop a foundation of knowledge in criminology, forensics, and psychology and analyze the criminal justice system in broad terms. Suitable for those interested in studying crime and its causes, our programme includes work experience and has strong progression to higher education institutions. Join us and make a difference in the world.
Additionally, students will participate in regular forensic workshops in areas of interest.
Work Experience
Two weeks’ work experience is incorporated into this course.
Certification: QQI Level 5 – General Studies - Code 5M3114.
Programme of Study
Core Modules
• Communications
• Research & Study Skills
• Criminology
• Personal & Professional Development
• Criminal Law
• Math
• Psychology
• Anatomy & Physiology
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Additionally, students will participate in regular forensic workshops in areas of interest.
Work Experience
Two weeks’ work experience is incorporated into this course.
5M3114 - General Studies
Email: info@dcfe.ie
Tel: +353 1 298 5412 - 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm Monday to Friday