This foundation course is aimed primarily at school leavers who are interested in preparing themselves for three-year actor training at conservatoire level, either at The Lir or a similar academy. With an additional focus on broadening students’ reading and understanding of plays and theatre history, it also prepares students for broader drama degrees and related areas of study and work.

THIS IS NOT A CAO ENTRY COURSE - FEES Apply

As this is only a one year course, it does not attract government funding. All students offered places on the foundation course are required to fund both the annual fee and all living costs privately.

This course offers a practical exploration of acting for theatre, film, and television, covering core techniques like Stanislavski, Meisner, and Hagen. Students develop essential skills in physical movement, voice, improvisation, and devising, while gaining on-camera experience through local film projects. The program provides a strong foundation for professional auditions and progression into prestigious drama schools like The Lir and RADA.

Studying UCD Actuarial & Financial Studies (BAFS) degree requires a multidisciplinary education in fields such as mathematics, economics, finance, statistics, risk management and professionalism. It takes a combination of strong analytical skills, business knowledge and understanding of human behaviour to design and manage programmes that control risk and guarantee sufficient funds for the insurance and pension sectors. Actuaries have traditionally worked mostly in the insurance and pensions industries but are increasingly moving into wider fields, where they can employ their range of skills. The course also opens up options to work in finance, investment and trading.

Actuarial Mathematics could be the perfect course for you. It’s accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, UK, meaning you may be exempt from some of the exams needed to qualify as an actuary in Ireland and the UK.

Before you embark on learning essential actuarial knowledge and theories, you’ll be given solid mathematical training. In your first two years, you’ll study the fundamental mathematical principles that underpin the actuarial and financial models covered in later years. You’ll also study computer programming, economics and accounting.

The program provides an exploration of addiction, focusing on alcohol, drugs, gambling, and gaming. It covers:

• Trends in Drug Use in Ireland and Local Communities: Learn about current patterns and how they are changing.
• Key Agencies and Responses: Discover national and local organisations that help with addiction, their strategies, and support for individuals and families.
• The Brain and Addiction: Understand how addiction impacts the brain and psychological factors that contribute to it.
• This program is a great resource for those looking to understand addiction and its effects on people and communities.

This one-year full time course has been developed to equip the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to work independently or in a supervisory capacity in an administrative role in the private, public or voluntary sector and or to progress to higher education or training.

This course is designed to allow the learner gain advanced knowledge and skills in the general area of office management and leadership. The course aims to build on the solid foundation provided on completion of the Level 5 Administration Award with the addition of Business Law and Human Resource Management. Students also benefit from Payroll training, which places them in an excellent position to take up more senior administration roles in both the public and private sectors.

This one-year course in Administration and IT for Business prepares students for employment in the business, finance and IT sector.

This course provide learners with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of information and communications technology and practical IT skills required in the performance of a broad range of administrative and organizational tasks.

It suits learners who want to acquire computer skills for the first time. It also suits learners who may have been in the work force before but who now need to update and develop new skills. The course will build confidence and those who complete it will have gained improved communications and interpersonal skills. Participants will develop excellent keyboard, IT and accountancy skills and learn the basics of good business administration.

Would you like to further your career within the Beauty Industry? Do you want to take your current qualifications and bring them to the highest industry standards? The Advanced Beauty Therapies Course will provide you with first class training using state-of-the-art equipment and skin care products that are widely recognised within the industry.

You will gain the theory and practical skills to study for high level qualifications including IPL/Laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, microdermabrasion, micro needling and microcurrent. You will also study for the highly sought after and prestigious CIDESCO Diploma in Beauty Therapy which includes body and spa treatments.

You will be able to apply for the Erasmus+ Programme.

This course is suitable for those who wish to use advanced business and IT skills to maximise their employability in a twenty-first century work environment or who wish to progress to higher level studies.

Emphasising hands-on learning, the programme provides real-world scenarios for students to apply their knowledge. This practical approach ensures that graduates are not only knowledgeable but also skilled in applying their expertise. The course seamlessly integrates IT skills into broader business strategies.

This advanced program is designed for students progressing from Level 5, focusing on high-level strategic marketing, business management, and financial oversight. It equips learners with the leadership skills and financial acumen necessary to manage business operations and drive organizational growth.

This course will equip learners (who already hold a QQI Level 5 related award or equivalent) with a range of skills and knowledge to implement and deliver community development programmes in a structured and co-ordinated way. It also provides a gateway to further study at Level 7 or Level 8.

This is year 2 of the Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 6). Learners will be provided with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to supervise in a range of Early Years services for children aged 0-6 years. The learners will have acquired the knowledge, skills and competence to work as autonomous practitioners and to take responsibility for a room or area in an ELC setting. 

This course is designed to equip the student with the relevant knowledge, skills and competence to work using a range of specialised skills in a professional kitchen.The course provides the student with an opportunity to obtain experience in a wide range of specialised areas such as food and beverage services, bakeries and busy restaurants, while gaining a sound general knowledge in areas needed to function in the hotel and catering environment.