University Access Course
University Access Course
University Access Course
This Liberal Arts programme aims to provide a foundation in subjects which students may wish to study at Third Level. The University Access Course is aimed at students who wish to progress to a degree in the Faculties of Arts, Humanities & the Social Sciences. This course also introduces students to methods of study, writing skills and research skills that are required for successful participation in Third Level education.
This University Access Course (UAC) is aimed at mature students who were previously unable to fulfil their educational potential and who now wish to complete a Foundation course in preparation for third level studies.
Students who successfully complete the University Access Course (a complete award with 3 academic distinctions) can avail of the Pearse College link into Trinity College Dublin for a degree course in the Faculties of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Please note students who wish to apply for facilitated entry to TCD must be 22 and over as of 1st January of year of application to our UAC course
Course Content
Research and Study Skills (5N3113); Communications (5N0690); Personal and Professional Development (5N2985); Word Processing (5N1358); Psychology (5N0754); English Literature (5N3249); History (5N3250); Philosophy (5N3506) or Political Studies(5N1837); Statistics (5N2066) or European Studies (5N1444); Academic Writing.
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in General Studies (5M3114)
Duration
1 year – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
Applicants will be called for an interview.
Third Level Links/Progression
Students who successfully complete the University Access Course (a complete award with 3 academic distinctions) can avail of the Pearse College link into Trinity College Dublin for a degree course in the Faculties of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Please note students who wish to apply for facilitated entry to TCD must be 22 and over as of 1st January of year of application to our UAC course
OR
Apply to any other third level institution as a mature student based on your points from your QQI qualification and an interview with that third level institution.
Please note students who are under 22 can apply for third level courses via the CAO and the Higher Education Links Scheme. For more information, click here
Course Charges
€50 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.