Liberal Arts (General Studies)

LOCATION:

Onsite at Mallow Campus

INTRODUCTION:

Are you looking for a course to prepare you to progress to third level education?

This is a one-year course designed to meet the needs of learners wishing to prepare for third level education. It introduces learners to methods of study and IT skills, in addition to writing and research skills that are required for successful participation in third level education.

This programme has been designed to give learners the foundation skills to excel in a college course of their choice. It may be appealing to those who are unsure of what they wish to study or those who wish to gain extra skills before they start their college course. It will also suit learners who wish to defer their college place for a year and acquire excellent IT and research skills, and it is also designed in such a manner that it is suitable for mature learners.

This course will enable learners to develop both academically and personally, improving critical thinking and analytical skills in project based learning, with practical skills workshops developing their individual, interpersonal, team working and problem solving skills.

On completion of this course learners can progress into third level education well prepared for the ‘different’ type of learning environment which is offered at university level.

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.

APPLICATIONS:

Applications open. Places available. No deposit required to start your application.

DURATION:

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

Erasmus+:

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

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Certificate in General Studies, Level 5 (5M3114). Read more HERE (PDF).

COURSE CONTENT:

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

WORK EXPERIENCE:

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

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:

For more links and detailed information on how to use your Mallow Campus qualification click HERE.

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

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Job opportunities for students who complete this course include:

•  Preparation to advance to University