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
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Preparation to advance to University
Course Contents
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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
A full QQI award achieves a maximum of 390 points for CAO.
Costs
- Full Fees (EU/EEA Citizens): €300
- €50 Deposit+ €50 QQI Fees + €200 Registration per year.
- Medical Card Holders: €250
- €50 Deposit + €200 Registration per year.
- Student Grant Recipients (SUSI): €300
- €50 Deposit + €50 QQI Fees + €200 Registration per year.
- Additional means-tested student grants are available from SUSI.ie.
- Back to Education Allowance (BTEA): €250
- €50 Deposit + €200 Registration per year.
- Retain Social Welfare benefits.
- 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.