Criminology including Legal Studies
The Criminology including Legal Studies course provides students with a broad introduction to the criminal justice system, exploring the causes and types of crime, as well as theories of crime. The course also examines the core aspects of Irish law and the workings of the legal system including legal procedures and practice.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time, September to May.
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent, LCA or relevant experience
• Interview
• Mature applicants welcome
• Applicants may be accepted without meeting formal entry requirements.
Careers / Further progression
Employment Opportunities
Direct employment into services such as:
Youth Justice and Youth Advocacy services
Legal assistant
An Garda Síochána
Courts/probation services
Education Progression
Below are some examples of further progression options with this QQI level 5 award in Social Studies including Criminology including Social Studies:
TU Dublin City Centre, Social Care G, Level 8 TU996
For more progression options view the course webpage - link below or www.cao.ie
Further information
All courses commence September 2024.
SCFE welcomes applications from qualified international applicants.
Applications for 2024 are now open. You will be sent a confirmation email following your application.
To complete the process you will need:
- Your PPS number
- An email address
- A mobile phone number
Important:
Applicants are advised to pay particular care when entering details of their name, address and date of birth. Misspellings or inaccuracies when applying may result in issues and delays at later stages.
After offer and acceptance of place, a non-refundable acceptance fee of €50 is payable.
Further details are available via the Application Weblink.
The Criminology including Legal Studies course provides students with a broad introduction to the criminal justice system, exploring the causes and types of crime, as well as theories of crime. The course also examines the core aspects of Irish law and the workings of the legal system including legal procedures and practice.
Criminology
Legal Practice and Procedures
Social Studies
Psychology
Human Growth and Development
Intercultural Studies
Personal Effectiveness
Work Experience
5M2181 - Applied Social Studies.
Awards:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Applied Social Studies 5M2181
Child Protection
First Aid
Safe Talk (Suicide Alertness for Everyone)
Course features and facilities
Opportunity to participate in Erasmus + Programme abroad
Educational field trips
Specialist workshops
Guest speakers
Practical and team-working projects provide experience-based learning
Work experience forms an integral part of the course, offering the opportunity for learners to gain practical experience, transferable skills and expertise in their chosen fields of interest
Garda vetting is a requirement for all students on the programme
Access to fully equipped IT suites and Library
Certified Training e.g. First Aid
Coordinator: Mariena Kelly
Email: marienakelly@scfe.ie
Application forms online at www.scfe.ie
Email: reception@scfe.ie
Tel: 01 285 2997