Criminology, Psychology with Law
This one-year course aims to introduce students, who have an interest in criminal behaviour and criminal law, to the knowledge that will help them to fully explore and understand the way in which we think about and manage crime related issues in Ireland. On completion of this course, students will gain valuable knowledge and skills which will allow them to progress smoothly to third level options.
| 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 |
Entry Requirements
Leaving Cert or LCA
Mature Students of all backgrounds
Other equivalent qualification
All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications
Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue degree courses such as Applied Psychology, Psychological Studies, Psychology and Criminology at Universities and IT’s including Maynooth, IADT, NCI and UCC. Students can also progress onto the Level 8 QQI award in DNA and Forensic Analysis at TUD Tallaght or Applied Social Care at TUD City Campus.
Graduates may also progress onto many other degrees at Level 7 and 8 in Universities and ITs or private colleges around the country, along with progression options to the UK.
Future areas of employment can include research positions, working within the social care or legal systems, working
in the field of psychology. Alternatively, students may progress directly into employment.
Progression support
This course covers subjects essential to those seeking progression to further studies at degree level.
Examples of Higher Education Progression:
Maynooth University: MH101 Arts-Criminology Studies
(Level 8, 3 Years), MH502 Law and Criminology (Level 8, 3 Years)
UCC: CK113 Criminology (Level 8, 3 Years) TUD Tallaght, TU864 DNA and Forensic Analysis (Level 8, 3 Years), CK120 Applied Psychology (Level 8, 3 Years)
TUD: BA Counselling and Psychotherapy Degree (Mature Students only) (Level 8, 4 Years)
UCD: DN620 Criminology with Psychology (Level 8, 4 Years)
TUS Athlone: US925 Applied Psychology (Level 8, 4 Years)
UL: LM102 Psychology (Level 8, 4 Years)
UL: LM002 Arts-Psychology (Level 8, 4 Years)
NUIG: GY104 Psychology (Level 8, 3 Years)
NUIG: GY101 Arts-Psychology (Level 8, 3-4 Years)
SETU Carlow / Waterford: SE205 Psychology (Level 8, 3 Years)
SE200 Psychology – Arts (Level 8, 3 Years)
Further information
MATURE STUDENTS SUPPORT
The college welcomes adults over 23 who wish to return to education and who wish to retrain in new skills and technologies. Our mature learners enjoy the following supports in addition to the overall supports provided to all students:
• Mature student meet and greet before the college year begins.
• A dedicated mature student room where mature students can meet and work with fellow mature students.
• Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the Mature Student room daily.
• A mature student officer available for guidance and support.
• Academic support tailored to ensuring the smooth transition to DCFE.
• Coffee Mornings in the mature student room.
• Guest speakers from past mature learners.
• Career guidance talks tailored to mature links.
• A dedicated induction process for mature entry.
• Workshops in exam study, time management, presentation skills, IT skills, referring and research techniques, etc.
• Basic computer skills workshops.
• Organised social events for mature learners.
• We look forward to welcoming our future mature learners to Dunboyne College.
For all courses in 2024/25, course fees are now a non-refundable €30 administration fee. The course fee must be paid to secure your place, you can pay this fee through our website. More information can be found here.
You can access your application details via the Dunboyne College website (click Login/Pay Fees in the menu at the top of the page) using your ID number and password.
No cash will be accepted at the office. Payments can be made online or by cheque (payable to Dunboyne College of Further Education), by bank draft or by postal order only.
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 for level 5 and level 6 courses in Dunboyne College of Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
Application Procedure
1. Applications can be made online at www.dunboynecollege.ie. from November 2023 to September 2024.
2. After registering online, students will receive a text and email to notify them they have pre-registered and can log in to view and track their application.
Applications now open
Apply online www.dunboynecollege.ie
Once we receive your application we will email you requesting:
Photograph Reference Interviews
Recent academic results Personal Statement
Interview
All applicants will be interviewed. Some additional requirements may apply depending on your course choice.
When you receive an offer please confirm it by the deadline.
3. Applicants will be notifi ed by text and email of a request to upload further information for their application:
(i). Copy of most recent school report or examination results
(ii). Reference from teacher, employer or coach.
(iii). 100-word personal statement on
“Why this course is right for me,” which should outline reasons for choosing the course.
(iv) Photograph
4. Interviews will take place for all courses.
5. Successful applicants will then be able to complete the registration process.
6. Late applicants can apply online for vacant places at any time until the end of September 2024.
7. A grant can be applied for from www.susi.ie.
8. A separate process for applicants to the Early Learning and Care courses (formerly Childcare courses) applies. Other courses may have additional entry requirements including auditions etc, please refer to the entry requirements for the courses of your choice.
9. Applicants for the Apprenticeships in Hairdressing and Accounting Technician should note that there is a difference system for applying. Please refer to the information listed for these apprenticeships.
10. Applications will be processed in line with DCFE Admission Policy.
Course Content:
The following modules are subject to change due to availability and demand:
Criminology
Criminal Law
Legal Practice and Procedures
Applied Psychology
Human Growth and Development
Word Processing
Communications
Work Experience
Safety and Health at Work
Behavioural Studies
Assessment
Most courses will be assessed through continuous assessment. This means that modules are assessed with a combination of exams and assignments. Assignments can take various forms, including written projects, reports, essays, skills demonstrations, oral presentations or electronic work. Results for exams and assignments are combined to give the overall result for the module.
5M4468 - Community Health Services
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Community Health Services (5M4468)
Dunboyne Business Park, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 FH01
Phone: (01) 8026577
Email: DunboyneCollege@LMETB.ie
www.dunboynecollege.ie