Pre-University Preparation Programme (General Studies)

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QQI Level 5 Certificate in Pre University Preparation – 5M2067

This Level 5 Major Award enables the learner to develop the knowledge, skills and competence to further their studies in a University degree program in any College such as UCC, MTU or UL.

The purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the practices and principles underpinning the role of a Level 7/8 student completing a full degree, to enable the learner to study effectively and successfully at their desired level.

Award QQI Level 5 Certificate in General Studies – 5M2067
Format Full-time. September 2023 to May 2024.
Location Onsite in Mallow Campus
Timetable Hours between Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 15:30.
Requirements No CAO required (Leaving Cert./LCA/equivalent for under 23s). Application review discussion.
Starting Classes start the week of Monday the 11th of September 2023.
Fees €300 (SUSI/BTEA €250, Medical Card €250, VTOS €0).
Contact info@mallowcampus.ie
Applications Applications open. Places available. No deposit required to start your application.

Career Prospects

  • Preparation to advance to University

Course Contents

QQI Component Title

Award Code

Information and Communication Systems

5N1952

Database Methods

5N0783

Spreadsheets Methods

5N1977

Work Experience

5N1356

Communications

5N0690

Research and Study Skills

5N3113

Word Processing

5N1358

Statistics

5N2066

Teamworking

5N1367

 

Courses are continually developed – content and specific award components are subject to change. See disclaimer.

Calendar

Four days a week, from 9:30 to 15:30. Class timetables to follow in September, and subject to change. See calendar for term holidays.

Erasmus+

50 full-time day students will travel, fully-funded, with Erasmus+ to another European country for 2 weeks. Find out more and apply.

Entry Requirements

  • CAO points not required.
  • All applicants will be required to attend an application review discussion. An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the minimum entry requirements set out here, and satisfactory presentation at interview.
  • Leaving Certificate or equivalent. For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.

Certification

Work Experience

The dates and duration will be specified by the College in September.

Progressions

mallowcampus.ie/progressions.

A full QQI award achieves a maximum of 390 points for CAO.

Costs

  • Full Fees (EU/EEA Citizens): €300
  • Medical Card Holders: €250
  • Student Grant Recipients (SUSI): €300
  • Back to Education Allowance (BTEA): €250
  • Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS): €0
    • €50 Deposit (refundable) per year.
    • Retain Social Welfare benefits. Additional weekly allowances for meals, travel and childcare are also available.

Contact Us

Email us at info@mallowcampus.ie.