Higher & Professional Learning
The aim of the course is to equip learners to develop the knowledge and skills to support high quality learning in a wide range of contexts. It is designed as a sound preparation for higher level study in the broad social and health sciences and education fields.
| Award Name | Certificate |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
Duration
1 Semester.
Course Delivery
3 Saturdays of face-to-face workshops over a semester.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants should have a Level 7 qualification in a relevant discipline. Equivalent recognition may be given through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process on an individual case-by-case basis to candidates who have not yet achieved this academic standard but who can demonstrate significant relevant professional experience.
Candidates may be interviewed.
Further information
Registration for a part-time course at DkIT could not be easier.
Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses are limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee. Applicants must notify the Lifelong Learning Centre in writing in the event of your withdrawal from any course for any reason.
If you have any questions about registering for a course, contact our Lifelong Learning Team on parttime@dkit.ie or call us on +353 (0)42 9370290
Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies only to students who are funding their studies from their own income. Always retain your receipt of payment from DkIT for tax purposes.
In certain circumstances students may receive financial aid in paying their fees from County Enterprise Boards, Leader Partnerships, Department of Social Protection and other organisations.
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Apply online Visit www.dkit.ie/partime for information on how to enrol online for this course
or see Application weblink below.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses is limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee.
The course is delivered via a combination of face-to-face workshops and online activities.
The course comprises two modules. One focuses on academic writing and scholarship and the other on research methods. More specifically the course aims:
- To foster an understanding of scholarship and develop the skills needed to engage with, use and contribute to it,
- To develop the skills needs to write well academically,
- To promote critical and analytical engagement with literature and evidence,
- To critically consider the research methodologies used in the social and health sciences.
Who Should Apply?
This course is designed as a preparation for higher level study in the broad social and health sciences and education fields. It is aimed at those who wish to pursue postgraduate and/or professional qualifications at levels 8 or 9 who have not been in education for some time and would like to upskill in academic writing and research.
It may also be useful for those who do not have a level 8 qualification (or equivalent) and are applying for further study via recognition of prior learning and anyone who is keen to improve their academic writing.
This programme is an ideal preparation for postgraduate or further professional study in fields such as education, health, social care and business.
Developing Your Academic Writing
Making Sense of Research
Laura McKenna (Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, DkIT)
Phone: +353 429370320
Email: laura.mckenna@dkit.ie