This foundational program is designed for individuals seeking to enter the teaching profession or for trainers looking to reskill within the education and social care sectors. The curriculum explores the core principles of educational, social, and psychological studies, providing students with a broad knowledge base and essential academic writing and critical thinking skills. To bridge the gap between theory and practice, students participate in a two-week work placement as a classroom assistant or workplace trainer, ensuring they are well-prepared for the rigors of higher education.

The Pre-University Humanities program offers a rigorous, interdisciplinary academic foundation designed for both school leavers and mature students preparing for higher education within the arts, humanities, and social sciences.This program operates as an essential access course to university, arming learners with critical writing, research, and analytical reasoning methodologies.Students can customize their academic journey by selecting from a diverse suite of elective modules, including Psychology, Classical Studies, English Literature, Philosophy, Social Studies, and Folklore & Ethnology.

This course is designed for the learner to explore many aspects of the law and related subject areas that may interest them in future programmes or employment.  This course is often used by students as a preparatory course for progression to third level.

This pre-university course equips students with a foundational knowledge of key legal concepts alongside the administrative skills required for high-demand legal secretarial and administration roles. The curriculum covers the origin of Irish laws, the impact of EU law, the structure of the Irish legal system, and essential components of both contract law and the law of negligence. Featuring integrated practical work experience, the program provides clear pathways either directly into professional legal employment or toward higher education degrees in law and legal studies.

Pre-university law is a one year programme designed for those who wish to obtain a foundation knowledge of Irish law and legal processes. The course equips the learner with an introduction to the core principles of Irish law and the Irish legal system. This course is particularly relevant for students who wish to pursue a Level 6 Legal Studies course in the Institutes of Technology or business/law degrees in university.

This one-year Pre-University Law course will provide the ideal starting point for learners who are keen to progress to third level education to study for a law degree or any degree including a law subject.

This one-year course will prepare participants for entrance into Law and Arts programmes in Irish universities and colleges. As well as preparing students to work in a legal environment both in Ireland and abroad. By progressing to a Law degree, and then on to a post graduate qualification, students can access the many opportunities available to those with a legal qualification. This course lays the foundation for those who know Law is their first choice and supports those who are planning to study Law at degree level. Graduates of this course have successfully qualified as solicitors.

This full-time one -year programme is for those interested in working in law. It is an excellent taster programme, with emphasis on a basic introduction to the primary areas of Irish law and the Irish Legal System. The principal pathways for further study are into Arts, Business or Law degrees. It is also a useful course for anyone seeking to apply to join the Defence Forces or An Garda Síochána.

The purpose of this course is to give a solid introduction to Law and Criminology for students wishing to obtain a legal or other qualification at Universities and Institutes of Technology. It introduces students to the methods of study, writing and research skills necessary for successful participation at Third Level.

This course is a viable alternative route to Third Level College entry for students (school leavers or mature students) who wish to complete a foundation year before progressing. This course also provides learners with knowledge and skills for employment.

This course will prepare participants for entrance into Law and Arts programmes in Irish universities and colleges. It will also prepare students to work in a legal environment both in Ireland and abroad. This law course option is available with political studies. Law and politics are two distinctive disciplines that are often intrinsically connected. Students will have the opportunity to explore legal and political theory while developing critical research and communication skills. Graduates with a degree in this area have a broad range of career options such in law, consultancy, public sector roles, political roles, public affairs and advocacy.

This course will introduce you to the core principles of law and the Irish legal system. You will get the opportunity to study several different branches of law and discover the area that interests you most to pursue at degree level.

Alternatively, you could use this qualification to gain employment in areas where a background in law is an asset such as the regulatory bodies, citizens advice, and human rights advocacy agencies.

This one year course, similar to our other arts programme, aims to prepare participants for entrance into Arts programmes in Irish universities and colleges. The Liberal arts option attributes more of a focus on The Arts, English Literature and European languages.  It will aim to prepare participants for entrance into Arts programmes in Irish universities and colleges as well as preparing students to work in a European environment both in Ireland and abroad. Students will have the option of taking a language, Irish or Spanish, along with European Studies or can focus on a more English Literature based course, which will lead to a general studies option.

Pre-Uni Marketing is an introduction to so many areas of marketing – both traditional and digital. The course covers key areas of marketing to include digital marketing, marketing practice, PR and IT modules that further enhance skills needed to work in so many areas of marketing and communications.

Marketing businesses online in Ireland has seen remarkable growth since Covid 19 as more customers are shopping online. You will learn the latest social media, design, marketing and AI skills on this course as more businesses shift to online payments and digital advertising for products and services. Land a career as a sought-after Digital Marketing Executive, shaping the online and social media presence of diverse businesses, agencies and charities.

This one year course is an ideal entry level qualification for all aspects of the Marketing and Business world. There is a large demand for people with marketing and business skills in the world of work. This course gives students the opportunity to progress directly to employment or third level.

The Pre-University Mechatronic and Electronic Engineering course also covers many of the theoretical aspects of mechatronics, but students also gain hands-on experience in the use of the latest technologies in this area. Through the Engineers Ireland accreditation process, Cavan Institute engineering programmes benefit from objective evaluation and approval, thereby ensuring they stand up to the best standards worldwide.

Mechatronics is the combination of mechanical, electronic, robotic and software engineering systems that are used in modern manufacturing industries, renewable energy, biomedical, pharmaceutical and food processing. It is also of particular relevance to those who require a science subject or mathematics to progress to further study. 

The Music Performance & Production course has been designed to prepare learners for opportunities in the Music Industry. This is achieved by providing learners with essential music theory, an introduction to recording skills, music practice, event production and a broad insight into the Music Industry.

The course will teach learners the fundamental skills to work in the Media industry across a variety of platforms. The course keeps pace with the ever evolving media landscape. It incorporates the practical skills and tools that allow learners to successfully pursue a career in media and journalism, including researching and writing, radio production, and technical skills. The course is designed for students who specifically want to progress onto a L6, L7 or L8 Media, Journalism or Communications course. Media graduates will have the appropriate level of academic writing and research methodologies to successfully complete a L8 degree.

The course provides students with a solid foundation in nursing theory and practice and allows students to assess their suitability for a career in nursing. Students achieving the required grades during this course can apply to gain entry to nursing degree courses.

Applications are also invited from mature students wishing to pursue a career in nursing.

Students on this one-year programme will gain practical experience in healthcare clinical settings which, combined with an insight into theories relating to the nursing profession, will enable them to deliver high standards of care. Furthermore, this course will facilitate progression to third-level Nursing and Healthcare programmes.