General Studies - Pre University
This Level 5 Major Award enables the learner to develop the knowledge, skills and competence to further their studies in a University degree program in any College such as UCC, MTU or UL.
The purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the practices and principles underpinning the role of a Level 7/8 student completing a full degree, to enable the learner to study effectively and successfully at their desired level.
| 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
Four days a week, from 9:30 to 15:30. Class timetables to follow in September, and subject to change. See calendar for term holidays.
Entry Requirements
CAO points not required.
All applicants will be required to attend an application review discussion. An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the minimum entry requirements set out here, and satisfactory presentation at interview.
Leaving Certificate or equivalent. For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
Careers / Further progression
Career Prospects
Preparation to advance to University
Progressions
mallowcampus.ie/progressions.
A full QQI award achieves a maximum of 390 points for CAO.
Further information
Classes start the week of Monday the 11th of September 2023.
Costs
Full Fees (EU/EEA Citizens): €300
€50 Deposit+ €50 QQI Fees + €200 Registration per year.
Medical Card Holders: €250
€50 Deposit + €200 Registration per year.
Student Grant Recipients (SUSI): €300
€50 Deposit + €50 QQI Fees + €200 Registration per year.
Additional means-tested student grants are available from SUSI.ie.
Back to Education Allowance (BTEA): €250
€50 Deposit + €200 Registration per year.
Retain Social Welfare benefits.
Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS): €0
€50 Deposit (refundable) per year.
Retain Social Welfare benefits. Additional weekly allowances for meals, travel and childcare are also available.
Learners attending full-time Further Education PLC courses may be eligible for a means-tested maintenance grant. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.susi.ie
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Course Contents
QQI Component Title Award Code
Information and Communication Systems 5N1952
Database Methods 5N0783
Spreadsheets Methods 5N1977
Work Experience 5N1356
Communications 5N0690
Research and Study Skills 5N3113
Word Processing 5N1358
Statistics 5N2066
Teamworking 5N1367
Courses are continually developed – content and specific award components are subject to change.
Work Experience
The dates and duration will be specified by the College in September.
5M3114 General Learning
Certification:
Level 5 Certificate in General Studies 5M3114
Erasmus+
50 full-time day students will travel, fully-funded, with Erasmus+ to another European country for 2 weeks. Find out more and apply.
Phone: +353-22-43309
Email: info@mallowcampus.ie
www.mallowcampus.ie