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Pre-University Veterinary Nursing – NEW 2025

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Small Animal Husbandry & Housing Animal Anatomy & Physiology Animal Welfare Work Experience Communications Animal Grooming Safety & Health at Work Biology Laboratory Skills Word Processing Course Description The aim of this programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to progress to a University Programme in the area of Veterinary Nursing/ Animal Science/ Science/ Agricultural Science.  Students can also progress to Advanced Animal Science & Care at O Fiaich Institute of Further Education Certification QQI Level 5 Animal Science 5M2768 Career Opportunities The course will allow successful candidates to seek employment in various roles including; Veterinary Nurse | Veterinary Assistant | Dog Grooming Assistant | Animal Care Industry | Zoo Keeping Assistant | Dog Warden | Boarding Kennels Assistant | Agriculture Statistics Qualified veterinary nurses can expect to earn from €28k average per annum Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of Degree Programmes including: DkIT | Veterinary Nursing | Level 7DkIT | Science/Agricultural Science | Level 8AIT | Veterinary Nursing | Level 7LYIT | Veterinary Nursing | Level 7UCD | Veterinary Nursing | Level 8UCD | Agricultural Science | Level 8TCD | Zoology – Biological and Biomedical SciencesUCD | Animal Science (Equine) Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The course will allow successful candidates to progress to university to study Veterinary Nursing, Animal Science, Agricultural Science and General Sciences. The course will also allow successful candidates to seek employment in various roles including: Veterinary assistant | Dog groomer | Zookeeper Assistant | Dog Warden | Boarding Kennels Owner/ Assistant| Animal Rescue Assistant Apply Now

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Pre-University Arts with Journalism – NEW 2025

Pre-University Arts with Journalism – NEW 2025 Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Course Content Journalism Research & Study Skills English Literature History Communications Work Experience Psychology Law Social Studies Course Description Pre-University Arts with Journalism offers learners a foundation in the skills and knowledge required to progress to higher education within this sector. This course delivers a broad range of modules providing the learner with a great insight into areas such as journalism, humanities, teaching, editing and much more. Certification QQI Level 5 Major Award (5M3114) in General Studies Career Opportunities Following the successful completion of the Pre-University Teaching programme, you may progress to a degree which can lead to a career in: Journalism | Education | Humanities | Editing | Law | Psychology | Marketing Statistics 73% of Irish Journalists are employed in full time permanent contracts. Apply Now Progression to degrees DCU | Arts & Humanities | Level 8DKIT | Digital Humanities | Level 8DKIT | Media Arts & Technology | Level 7TUD | Journalism | Level 8TUD | Law | Level 8NUIG | Arts | Level 8NUIM | Arts | Level 8UCC | Arts | Level 8UCD | Arts | Level 8UL | Psychology & Sociology | Level 8MAYNOOTH | Law & Arts | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I chose to study Pre-Uni Teaching as there is a lot of variety of modules and different career paths to decide from. I loved the choice of modules such as Law, Psychology, English, Journalism etc. The teachers were a huge help, they were there every step of the way. The colege facilities were great and it was easy to get to the college on public transport if you are travelling from outside Dundalk. This course has given me the opportunity to progress on to university and continue studying something I enjoy. Chloe Whelan 2022 Apply Now

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Pre-University PE & Science Teaching – NEW 2025

Pre-University PE & Science Teaching – NEW 2025 Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Sport & Recreation Studies Exercise & Fitness Anatomy & Physiology Nutrition Biology Sport Psychology Communications Work Experience Course Description This course provides learners with knowledge and practical skills of the sports, fitness and science sectors to enable progression to higher education in these fields. Learners will engage in a range of both theory and skills based activities to gain the fundamental knowledge of these subject areas. Certification 5M5146 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise Career Opportunities Following the successful completion of the Pre-University Sports Science programme, you may progress to a degree which can lead to a career in: Teaching | Sports and Fitness | Education | Sports Centres| Humanities | Community and Youth Work Statistics Many countries, including Ireland are prioritising Physical Education subjects for students. Apply Now Progression to degrees DCU | Physical Education with Mathematics | Level 8DCU | Physical Education with Biology | Level 8AIT | Sports Science with Exercise Physiology | Level 8DCU | Sports Science & Health | Level 8SLIGO IT | Health Science & Physical Activity | Level 8TU Dublin | Sports Science & Health | Level 8CARLOW IT | Sport & Exercise Science | Level 8GMIT | Sport & Exercise Science | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS Apply Now

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Pre-University Arts

Pre-University Arts Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Course Content Research and Study Skills Law Journalism English Literature History Communications Work Experience Information and Communication Systems French Course Description Thinking about an Arts or Humanities Degree in the future? Pre-University Arts offers an effective gateway for students wishing to study Arts and Humanities at Higher Education. Pre-University Arts delivers a broad range of subjects to students which provides them with a deep insight into the variety of options available at third level. This course equips the learner with a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and versatile footing, from which they can progress to a suitable degree programme to access their chosen career. Certification QQI Level 5 Major Award (5M3114) in General Studies Career Opportunities Following the successful completion of the Pre-University Teaching programme, you may progress to a degree which can lead to a career in: Law | Counselling | Public Relations | Journalism | Curator | Translation | Social Work | Archaeology Statistics By 2025 Ireland hopes to support 50K apprentices/trainees Apply Now Progression to degrees DCU | Arts & Humanities | Level 8DKIT | Digital Humanities | Level 8DKIT | Media Arts & Technology | Level 7TUD | Journalism | Level 8TUD | Law | Level 8NUIG | Arts | Level 8NUIM | Arts | Level 8UCC | Arts | Level 8UCD | Arts | Level 8UL | Psychology & Sociology | Level 8MAYNOOTH | Law & Arts | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I chose to study Pre-Uni Teaching as there is a lot of variety of modules and different career paths to decide from. I loved the choice of modules such as Law, Psychology, English, Journalism etc. The teachers were a huge help, they were there every step of the way. The colege facilities were great and it was easy to get to the college on public transport if you are travelling from outside Dundalk. This course has given me the opportunity to progress on to university and continue studying something I enjoy. Chloe Whelan 2022 Apply Now

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Pre-University Sports Science

Pre-University Sports Science Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Laboratory Skills Biology Chemistry Physics Communications Work experience Sports Anatomy & Physiology Exercise and Fitness Word Processing Mathematics Course Description If you are interested in how athletes achieve success from a human body and movement point of view or how the human body responds to physical activity, then this course is for you. Pre-University Sports Science course is engaging, and it will develop your knowledge, skills and confidence in the area. Certification 5M3807 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Laboratory Techniques Career Opportunities Following the successful completion of the Pre-University Sports Science programme, you may progress to a degree which can lead to a career in: PE Teaching | Sports Scientist | Wellness Coordinator | Sports Coach | Sports Development Coordinator | Sports Development Officer | Fitness Consultant | Athletics Manager Statistics Sports Science is fast becoming one of the most popular subjects to study at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Apply Now Progression to degrees DCU | Physical Education with Mathematics | Level 8DCU | Physical Education with Biology | Level 8AIT | Sports Science with Exercise Physiology | Level 8DCU | Sports Science & Health | Level 8SLIGO IT | Health Science & Physical Activity | Level 8TU Dublin | Sports Science & Health | Level 8CARLOW IT | Sport & Exercise Science | Level 8GMIT | Sport & Exercise Science | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS Apply Now

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Pre-University Film & Broadcasting

Pre-University Film & Broadcasting – New 2024 Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Film Production Television and Film Editing Digital movie processing Scriptwriting Cinematography Camera Operations Media Analysis Image Processing Radio Production Communications Work Experience Course Description Graduates will gain the skills and competence to work in film production crew roles or in single camera crew roles in a managed environment in a range of film production contexts Certification 5M2110 QQI Level 5 Film and Television Production Career Opportunities The course will allow successful candidates to seek employment in locations such as: Graduates progress to employment in various areas including:Script Writer l Videographer l Video Editor | TV Studio Production Crew | Director Statistics The Film, TV and Animation sector in Ireland is estimated to be worth over €692 million Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: DkIT |Film & Television Production | Level 8ATU Letterkenny | Film & Media Production | Level 8IADT | Film & Television ProductionTU Dublin | Film & Broadcasting | Level 8NUI Maynooth | BA in Media Studies | Level 8DkIT |Creative Media | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Deposit of €30 (non-refundable) . Registration fee €70. Total Fees – €100   Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS Gbolahan 2018 Apply Now

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Pre-University Business with Sports & Exercise

Pre-University Business With Sports Exercise Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Communication Work Experience Accounting, Manual & Computerised Marketing Practice Entrepreneurial Skills eBusiness Business Administration Business Law Exercise & Fitness Soccer Coaching Course Description Introducing our innovative QQI Level 5 course in Pre-University Business with Sport and Exercise, designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in both business management and the dynamic field of sport and exercise. This programme combines essential business principles with specialised knowledge in sports and exercise science, offering a unique blend of theoretical understanding and practical skills. Students will explore key business concepts such as marketing, finance, and management, tailored specifically to the sports industry. This holistic approach not only equips students with a solid business background but also prepares them for diverse roles in the ever-growing sports and fitness sector. With experienced instructors and state-of-the-art facilities, this course promises an engaging and dynamic learning experience for those aspiring to pursue a successful career at the intersection of business and sports Certification 5M2069 QQI Level 5 in Business Studies Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Reception and Front Office | Office Administration | Clerical Officer | Retail | Banking | Accounting | Create your own Business | Sports Management | Sport & Business Manager Statistics Apply Now Progression to degrees UU | Sports Coaching & Management | Level 8DCU | Business Studies | Level 8TU Dublin | Business Management | Level 8DKIT | Sport & Exercise with Business | Level 8Maynooth University | Business | Level 8ATU | Sport with Business | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I really did enjoy the Marketing course and I’m currently employed doing social media for business and marketing work, which is so much fun and I’m continually learning through that as well. Alyona O'Brien 2023 Marketing Graduate The Marketing course was fun and interesting to learn about. I am now so passionate about Marketing tools and techniques. I now have the self-confidence to follow my dreams. Sarah Muhigirwa 2021 Apply Now

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Pre-University Accounting & Finance

Pre-University Accounting & Finance – NEW 2024 Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Accounting Manual and Computerised Human Resources Payroll Manual and Computerised Applied Economics Business Administration Skills Business Law Communications Work Experience Spreadsheet Methods Course Description If you have a flair for numbers or enjoy working with finance, then this course is for you. It is designed to deliver the skills, knowledge and competencies required to assist in financial and human resource management. This specialised certificate can be used to gain direct employment within public service or private organisations, as well as to gain entry to third level degree courses at Universities and Institutes of Technology. Certification 5M2069 QQI Level 5 in Business Studies Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Accountancy Practices l Business Administration Roles | Project Manager | Financial Clerical Officer | Accounts Administrator | Payroll Clerk | Funds Manager | HR Administrator Statistics Ireland is the 4th largest provider of Financial Services in the EU. Apply Now Progression to degrees DkIT | Accounting & Finance | Level 8DCU | Accounting & Finance | Level 8Maynooth University | Business and Accounting | Level 8University of Galway | Law & Business | Level 8UCD | Commerce | Level 8UCD | Business and Law | Level 8ATU | Human Resource Management | Level 8DkIT | Business Studies | Level 8DCU | Business Studies | Level 8TUD | Accounting and Finance | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I really did enjoy the Marketing course and I’m currently employed doing social media for business and marketing work, which is so much fun and I’m continually learning through that as well. Alyona O'Brien 2023 Marketing Graduate The Marketing course was fun and interesting to learn about. I am now so passionate about Marketing tools and techniques. I now have the self-confidence to follow my dreams. Sarah Muhigirwa 2021 Apply Now

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Pre-University Business With Sports Exercise

Pre-University Accounting & Finance Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Accounting Manual and Computerised Human Resources Payroll Manual and Computerised Applied Economics Business Administration Skills Business Law Communications Work Experience Spreadsheet Methods Course Description If you have a flair for numbers or enjoy working with finance, then this course is for you. It is designed to deliver the skills, knowledge and competencies required to assist in financial and human resource management. This specialised certificate can be used to gain direct employment within public service or private organisations, as well as to gain entry to third level degree courses at Universities and Institutes of Technology. Certification 5M2069 QQI Level 5 in Business Studies Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Accountancy Practices l Business Administration Roles | Project Manager | Financial Clerical Officer | Accounts Administrator | Payroll Clerk | Funds Manager | HR Administrator Statistics Ireland is the 4th largest provider of Financial Services in the EU. Apply Now Progression to degrees DkIT | Accounting & Finance | Level 8DCU | Accounting & Finance | Level 8Maynooth University | Business and Accounting | Level 8University of Galway | Law & Business | Level 8UCD | Commerce | Level 8UCD | Business and Law | Level 8ATU | Human Resource Management | Level 8DkIT | Business Studies | Level 8DCU | Business Studies | Level 8TUD | Accounting and Finance | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I really did enjoy the Marketing course and I’m currently employed doing social media for business and marketing work, which is so much fun and I’m continually learning through that as well. Alyona O'Brien 2023 Marketing Graduate The Marketing course was fun and interesting to learn about. I am now so passionate about Marketing tools and techniques. I now have the self-confidence to follow my dreams. Sarah Muhigirwa 2021 Apply Now

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Pre-University Occupational Therapy

Pre-University Occupational Therapy Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Care Support Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory Infection Prevention and Control Communications Human Growth & Development Anatomy and Physiology Work Experience Nursing Theory and Practice First Aid Course Description This course is aimed at learners who love the challenge of problem solving and helping people in practical ways to complete Activities of Daily Living. The specialist programme will guide learners to work as an assistant in an Occupational Therapy Department or as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team. The role provides support to older, injured, ill or disabled patients to enable them to partake in everyday activities. Certification QQI Level 5 Major Award (5M3782) Health Service Skills Career Opportunities The course will allow successful candidates to seek employment in locations such as hospitals, community settings, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres, in client’s homes, day-care facilities or residential settings. Once qualified you can apply for a job as one of the following: Occupational Therapist Assistant | Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor | Rehab Support Worker Hospitals & Community | Activity Coordinator | Care Assistant in Disability Services | Homecare Assistant | Healthcare Assistant Statistics Qualified €32k Occupational Therapist Assistants can earn up to €32K per annum Apply Now Progression to degrees Ulster University | Occupational Therapy | Level 8Cardiff University | Occupational Therapy | Level 8DkIT | General Nursing | Level 8DkIT | Health and Physical Activity | Level 8Letterkenny Institute | Higher Certificate in Health Science with Occupational Therapy Studies | Level 6UWE Bristol | Occupational Therapy | Level 8 & Higher Degree Apprenticeship Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS Sarah 2022 Apply Now