Genealogy
The Diploma in Genealogy combines practical skills with portfolio based assessments designed to equip our learners with transferable skills aimed at genealogy, heritage and tourism employment. The course offers modules in genealogy, fieldwork, collection care and portfolio building. The Diploma offers participants the opportunity to engage in an interdisciplinary study of the past while developing genealogical research skills.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | National University of Ireland |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) | Special Purpose | National University of Ireland | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time
Blended - Online lectures with in person field trips.
This course is on Thursdays from 6.30pm - 9.30pm with occasional Saturdays.
Entry Requirements
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age by 1 January of the year of application.
Candidates would normally hold Leaving Certificate or FETAC Level 5 qualification or equivalent and/or hold relevant experience or demonstrate an interest in the area of genealogy studies
If the course is over-subscribed, candidates may be called for interview
English Language Requirement: All applicants whose first language is not English must have attained IELTS Level 6 or the equivalent TOEFL score.
Candidates who successfully complete First Year may opt not to proceed to Second Year and may exit the programme with a Certificate in Genealogy.
Diploma programmes are offered subject to a minimum number of eligible applicants registering for the programme. Following completion of year 1 of this programme, should a sufficient number of eligible students not wish to progress form year 1 to year 2 of this programme as to make the year 2 viable, students will graduate with a certificate at that point. Programme viability is determined by reference to fee income and applicable costs in running the programme.
Careers / Further progression
Skills and Careers Information
Family History Centre
Historical record keeping
Commencement to career route to professional genealogist
Historical researcher
Tourism centre
Further information
START DATE September 2023
VENUE
Blended - Online lectures with in person field trips.
€1500 per academic year.
All ACE students are eligible to apply for loan membership of the Lough Credit Union. Students who join the Lough Credit Union loan scheme will be issued a membership number which must be inputted when registering online for this course. The purpose of this partnership is to provide finance for students, so that all may be in a position to take this course via a weekly payments system. The Lough Credit Union may be contacted at 021-4963384 or by emailing info@loughcu.ie
CLOSING DATE 8 September 2023
The Diploma in Genealogy (NFQ, Level 7), is a part-time course which runs over two years. Participants will complete five modules per academic year worth a combined 60 credits. This course is taught through a series of lectures and workshops.
Why Choose This Course
This course gives participants the opportunity to gain a university accreditation in genealogy. The genealogical research industry has experienced a boom in recent years and is continuing to grow as a result of developments in online research and the accessibility of resources. The Diploma is targeted at adult learners who may be returning to education and offers the opportunity to retrain, learn new skills and develop new career and employment opportunities within the genealogy industry.
Placement or Study Abroad Information
Voluntary placements exist for practice based work within Genealogy research centre.
The Modules for the Diploma are as follows:
Year 1
AD1899 Genealogy: Concepts and Strategies
AD1895 Genealogy Sources
AD1031 Fieldwork in Genealogy
AD1897 Genealogy Portfolio
AD1898 Genealogical Record Keeping
Year 2
AD2827 Dissertation
AD2846 Genealogy Sources and Techniques
AD2858 Genealogy Contextualisation
AD2859 Advanced Genealogical Case Studies
AD2860 The Literature of Genealogy
Assessment is by various forms of continuous assessment.
For Academic Queries and Course Content Queries please contact the Programme Coordinator David Butler at d.butler@ucc.ie.
If you require further assistance with your online application please contact the Programme Administrator Deborah Kerrisk at deborah.kerrisk@ucc.ie .