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Pre-University Preparation Programme

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M2067

This is a one-year course designed to meet the needs of students wishing to prepare for third level. It introduces students to methods of study and IT skills, in addition to writing and research skills that are required for successful participation in third level education. This programme was designed to give learners the foundation skills to excel in a college course of their choice. It may be appealing to those who are unsure of what they wish to study or those who wish to gain extra skills before they start their college course. It also suits learners who wish to defer their college place for a year and acquire excellent IT and research skills, and is also suitable for mature learners.

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
Course Provider:
Location:
Moate
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

1 Year

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Standard or QQI Level 4
English language requirement of a B2.2 standard where English is not your first language
Basic I.T. Skills required

All mature students (23+) without these qualifications are welcome to apply

Careers / Further progression

Possible Progression from this course
Moate Business College
6M4985 Advanced Business with IT (Level 6)
6M5012 Advanced Tourism with Business (Level 6)

CAO Progression Routes
Click here for Progression Routes from Pre-University Preparation Programme (5M2067)

The link above is to the Progression Routes Section of the CareersPortal website. You can use this link to find the CAO courses that are available to you with your Moate Business College (MBC) QQI Award. Use the Career Sectors/Regions filters to focus your research.

Moate Business College does not accept responsibility for any errors on the CareersPortal website. It is always advisable to check the individual college website also.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

Applications are especially welcome from mature students

There are no fees for tuition. However, charges exist to cover the costs of the following items: examination fees, workshops and registration charges by professional bodies. Please contact info@moatebc.com for information on individual course costs.

Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Application forms are available from www.susi.ie

To apply online please click on the "Application Weblink" below.

The course enables students to develop both academically and personally, improving critical thinking and analytical skills in project based learning, with practical skills workshops developing their individual, interpersonal, teamworking and problem solving skills.

Course Content
Research and Study Skills 5N3113
Spreadsheet Methods 5N1977
Database Methods 5N0783
Communications 5N0690
The Internet 5N1611
Information and Communication Systems 5N1952
Word Processing 5N1358
Work Experience 5N1356 or Personal and Professional Development 5N2985

Note: Modules may be subject to change

5M2067 - Information Processing

QQI Certification
On successful completion of the course, candidates who reach the required standard will receive:

QQI Level 5 Certificate in Information Processing (5M2067)

Moate Business College,
Lake Road,
Moate, Co Westmeath.
Tel: 090 6481178.
info@moatebc.com
www.moatebusinesscollege.com

Got any questions about this course? email: info@moatebc.com

Course Provider:
Location:
Moate
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider