Citizenship Identity & Belonging
The Certificate in Citizenship, Identity and Belonging aims to provide learners with an introduction to citizenship, which has become one of the most political ideas of our time. This course explores the process of politics and active citizenship, and creative involvement in political life whether at a community, national or global level.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) | Special Purpose | South East Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
One evening per week (3-hours online) for 12 weeks.
Entry Requirements
All applicants for Part-Time Enrolment must attend for interview as part of the application process. Applications are assessed on a case by case basis in accordance with Carlow College.
Further information
Starts September 2024
Course fees are €350 and payable at registration
Applications for each semester open in July and October each year. Applications for Certificate courses commencing in September 2023 are now open. Closing date for applications is 25th August 2023.
The course will also critically engage with the politics of citizenship, including the issues of membership, inclusion, and exclusion with reference to theoretical perspectives on nationalism, identity, and cultural conflict.
The course is broken into 4 sections:
The Macro Level
Citizenship and the Dimensions of Nationalism, Globalisation and Identity
Applying Concepts to Case Studies
From Knowledge to Action.
The Certificate in Citizenship, Identity and Belonging is validated by the South East Technological University.
Dr Eoghan Smith
Course Enquiries
T: 059 9153257
E: esmith@carlowcollege.ie
Admissions Office
Admissions Enquiries
T: 059 9153268
E: directentry@carlowcollege.ie