Pre-University Social Studies
Course Name: Pre University Social Studies - Ballinode Campus
Course Code: 5M1281
Pre-University Social Studies will introduce you to the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies and social care. This is the ideal starting point if you wish to progress to further studies or gain employment in a variety of community, health and educational organisations.
This course is designed to enable students explore the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies by addressing a wide range of social issues.
Enable students evaluate the need for care in society and develop an understanding of care provision in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
Develop an awareness of the impact of social exclusion and disadvantage on the lives of individuals and an understanding of the interventions social care has to offer.
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the course may gain employment in a wide variety of organisations such as residential centres, refuge hostels, family support services, educational organisations & community support projects.
Erasmus+
Course Content
- Social Studies 5N1370
- Psychology 5N0754
- Safety & Health at Work 5N1794
- Intercultural Studies 5N0765
- Legal Practice & Procedures 5N1394
- Family Studies 5N4466
- Communications 5N0690
- Work Experience 5N1356
- Maths 5N1833 (Optional)
Requirements
- Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
- Interview
- Mature applicants welcome
- Applicants whose first language is not English will require a competency as stated in our admissions policy
- Ukranian applicants should have a certificate of complete secondary education (after grade 11) or higher
- If the course becomes oversubscribed, priority will be given to students who intend to complete the full award.
Progression
- AU918 Social Care Practice (ATU Sligo)
- AU695 Early Childhood Education and Care (ATU Sligo)
- US921 Social Care Practice (TUS-Athlone)
- AU593 Applied Social Care (ATU - Mayo)
Graduates may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme
Certification
QQI Level 5 Certification in Applied Social Studies (5M2181)
Duration
This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.