Forensics, Criminology & Psychology
Our Forensics, Criminology & Psychology programme is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge in criminology, forensics, and psychology. Learn how these fields relate to society, schools, the workplace, and the community. Explore the criminal justice system in Ireland with our Forensics, Criminology and Psychology programme.
| 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.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Cert or its equivalent is advised.
- Mature students are welcome to apply. Work/life experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
After completing the programme, there are many career opportunities in the forensics and psychology fields, such as advocacy worker, Garda Síochána, addiction services, and outside the justice sector: TUSLA/HSE, research work, youth work.
Progression
Our programme has strong progression into Higher Education Institutions depending on the strand chosen by the learner. Progress to the following degree courses:
- TU Dublin: TU758 – Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
- TU Dublin: TU863 – Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
- TU Dublin: TU864 – DNA and Forensics Analysis
- Marino Institute of Education: CM020 – Early Childhood Education
- Marino Institute of Education: CM010 – Education Studies
Please note: Applications for this programme should be made through the Applied Social Science and Psychology department on our Enrol system.
Further information
Applications for September 2024 Now Open.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students in approved full-time third-level education in Ireland and also, in some cases, funding for students studying outside of Ireland. Support is available to all types of students, from school leavers to mature students returning to education. www.susi.ie
1. Choose Your Course
To help choose your course:
- Visit our Programme Advisory Video on our website
- Read this prospectus or visit our website
- Visit the College (Advisory Meetings, Open Days, College Awareness Week)
- Talk to our Guidance Counsellor or Course Coordinator
2. Make Your Application:
When you have decided on your course(s) you should:
- Complete our online application form. You must have a valid email address, mobile number, and your PPSN number to apply online.
- All applications are acknowledged through our online Enrol system. The status of your application can be tracked 24/7 by logging into your Enrol account, which is created for you when you first apply.
3. Advisory Meeting
- Soon after making your online application you will receive an email and text from the College inviting you to view our online Information Session, or attend one of our regular Open Advisory Meetings where any questions can be answered in person.
- Admission to courses are advisory in nature, though some entry criteria apply to all our courses. Leaving Cert/Leaving Cert Applied or its equivalent is normally a requirement, though the College can look at individual cases where criteria may not be met. The advisory meeting also ensures that mature students (over 23) are matched to the right course.
- Following this session/advisory meeting, you will receive an email with details on how to accept your place on the course.
4. Accept Your Place
When you decide to accept your place:
- A non-refundable deposit of €50 can be made by credit or debit card through the Website. The College is a cashless centre and will not normally accept cash or cheques. If you have any issues making your payment please contact the college.
5. Registration and Induction
- Induction and orientation sessions take place at the commencement of courses in September.
- The College will notify applicants of induction and commencement dates, details of fees and the academic calendar.
Do you want to explore the criminal justice system in Ireland? Our Forensics, Criminology & Psychology programme is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge in criminology, forensics, and psychology. Learn how these fields relate to society, schools, the workplace, and the community. Explore the criminal justice system in Ireland with our Forensics, Criminology & Psychology programme. Develop a foundation of knowledge in criminology, forensics, and psychology and analyse the criminal justice system in broad terms. Suitable for those interested in studying crime and its causes, our programme includes work experience and has strong progression to higher education institutions. Join us and make a difference in the world.
Core Modules:
Communications
Research & Study Skills
Criminology
Personal & Professional Development
Criminal Law
Math
Psychology
Anatomy & Physiology
Elective Modules:
Database Methods
network-esentials
Information & Communication Systems
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Work Experience
Two weeks’ work experience is incorporated into this course.
5M3114 - General Studies
Certification: QQI Level 5 – General Studies - Code 5M3114.
Dundrum College of Further Education,
Dundrum Main Street,
Dundrum,
Dublin 14,
D14 HD83
Email: info@dcfe.ie
Tel: +353 1 298 5412