Pre-University Arts

Course details

This Course will aim to prepare participants for entrance into Arts programmes in Irish universities and colleges as well as preparing students to work in a European environment both in Ireland and abroad. Students will be able to take this cultural option through archaeology, folklore and local history modules.

Course Content:

• The following modules will be offered in 2014 subject to availability and demand:
• Local History Studies
• Archaeology
• Word Processing
• Irish
• Communications
• Teamwork
• Folklore
• Political Studies
• Work Experience
• European Studies
• Certification - FETAC Level 5 in Culture and Heritage Studies 5M2154

Career Opportunities:

There are now 63 places in First Arts in NUI Maynooth, 25 places in UCD as well as numerous places in DCU, UCC, Mater Dei, and many local IT colleges for students who hold a FETAC qualification in Culture and Heritage Studies. There are also opportunities in travel and tourism, European administration, local heritage concerns as well as in the business world through insurance, banking, or international trade.

Entry Requirements:

• Leaving Cert,
• CVP or
• CA
• Mature Students of all backgrounds
• Other equivalent qualification