European Studies with French

Course details

Award

QQI Level 5 - Language and European Studies 5M2073

Programme Overview

This programme allows learners to build and develop their linguistic, marketing, business and Information Tecnology skills. There is a growing demand at home and abroad for personnel with strong language and business skills, combined with a sound knowledge of the European market.

Typical Modules

• European Studies
• Marketing Practice
• Communications
• Database Methods
• Customer Service
• Computerised Accounts
• Bookkeeping/Payroll
• Word Processing
• Spreadsheet Methods
• French Level 4
• French Level 5
• Work Experience

European Work Experience

The Leonardo da Vinci Scheme. Funded by the EU, this scheme enables some learners to undertake a short period of work experience abroad to work towards fluency in a European language and to gain practical experience in a foreign work environment.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants must have passed the Leaving Certificate or LCA or equivalent.
• Holders of a QQI Level 4 award are also eligible to apply.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.

Employment/Progression Opportunities

• Employment opportunities arise in public and private sector organisations, both at home and abroad. Award holders tend to be recruited for their language/business/marketing qualifications. Familiarity with the European scene, as well as vitally-important language skills, lead to job opportunities.
• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies.