Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This course provides an opportunity for you to investigate your interest in Forensics and Investigative Sciences. The study of Forensics, Criminal Law and Criminology is an excellent preparation for application to An Garda Siochana, the Defence Forces, forensic science laboratories and the State Laboratory. This should provide an opportunity for students to explore their preferred area of future study in investigative sciences or forensics.
QQI Level 5 Laboratory Skills 5M3807
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Mathematics Level 5 5N1833 QQI
Anatomy and Physiology 5N0749 QQI
Personal Professional Development 5N2985 QQI
Teamworking 5N1367 QQI
Criminology 5N2107 QQI
Biology 5N2746 QQI
Criminal Law 5N3787 QQI
Laboratory Skills 5N2751 QQI
Chemistry 5N2747 QQI
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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