This diploma is open to solicitors, barristers, and suitably qualified professionals who work in regulatory affairs, compliance and risk functions or those who wish to transition to such roles. It provides participants with an overview of the rationale for regulation, the various types of frameworks, and will introduce participants to key theories and concepts guiding regulation.

This course encourages and enables students to engage Religion plays a significant role in diverse cultural, social and political contexts. Religious world-views, values and symbols play a critical role in shaping cultural norms, traditions and practices. This is the case both in religiously plural contexts, as well as those dominated by particular traditions.

World Religions and Theology

This course explores theories of religion, the monotheistic religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the religions of Asia and Africa, movements such as New Atheism, New Religious Movements and the interaction between religion and politics, science, or art.

Classical Civilisation

The study of Classical Civilisation is concerned with the literature, thought and culture of Ancient Greece and Rome. Through the examination and contextualisation of literary works and the analysis of the main aspects of ancient history and art, you will develop a thorough knowledge of the classical world and a critical approach to Greek and Roman literature.

World Religions and Theology

This course explores theories of religion, the monotheistic religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the religions of Asia and Africa, movements such as New Atheism, New Religious Movements and the interaction between religion and politics, science, or art.

English Literature

English Literature covers a broad range of literatures written in the English language, from Chaucer to the present day. The aim of the course is to help students acquire a thorough knowledge of the history of differing literatures while also enabling them to develop a sophisticated critical consciousness and an awareness of critical and cultural theory.

World Religions and Theology

This course explores theories of religion, the monotheistic religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the religions of Asia and Africa, movements such as New Atheism, New Religious Movements and the interaction between religion and politics, science, or art.

History of Art and Architecture

History of Art and Architecture is about the study of images, objects and buildings. It is unique in developing high levels of visual literacy applicable to a range of career pathways. It explores why works of art look the way they do and seeks to discover what they say about the societies that created them. It develops skills in visual analysis, critical assessment, and communication.

This course explores theories of religion, the monotheistic religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the religions of Asia and Africa, movements such as New Atheism, New Religious Movements and the interaction between religion and politics, science, or art.

Students combine this subject with their choice of French, German, Italian or Russian.

Energy and especially Electrical Energy is needed for everything we do in today’s world. Climate change is real and caused by burning fossil fuels. This programme covers all the technologies needed to produce energy and in particular electrical energy from renewable sources, to monitor and control energy systems and to connect them to the electricity grid. It is a mixture of theory and practical hands-on learning in all aspects of Renewable Energy Technology, electrical technology and automated monitoring and control systems.

This programme covers all the technologies needed to produce energy and in particular electrical energy, from renewable sources, to monitor and control energy systems and to connect them to the electricity grid. It is a mixture of theory and practical hands-on learning in all aspects of Renewable Energy Technology, electrical technology and automated monitoring and control systems. The skills learned on the programme can be used in a wide range of industries and good graduates are in high demand.

This course is designed to give students a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the latest technologies. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates should be able to interpret customer requirements and provide advice on the solution options available. 

A traineeship combines classroom-based learning in Monaghan Institute with work based learning which is delivered in Activ8 thus providing the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and competence within a supportive working environment.

Individuals will have exposure to state of the art Training Rig, Power Tools and also gain an awareness of construction skills.

A traineeship combines classroom-based learning in Monaghan Institute with work based learning which is delivered with Ohk Energy Group thus providing the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and competence within a supportive working environment.

Individuals will have exposure to state of the art Training Rig, Power Tools and also gain an awareness of construction skills.

The aim of this course is to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of renewable energy systems, their technologies, and their applications in the construction sector.

In this course, learners will explore various renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, and geothermal systems, and learn how to incorporate them into construction processes to contribute to the construction of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly building.

The Leaving Certificate Repeat program at Plunket College of Further Education is designed for students who are determined to improve their previous results and unlock new opportunities for higher education. We recognize that choosing to repeat is a significant commitment; therefore, our program focuses on creating a supportive, adult-learning environment that differs from the traditional second-level experience. 

This full-time course provides intensive, hands-on training for the food and beverage sector, specifically for roles in bars, restaurants, and hotels. Taught in a real-life hospitality setting, the program focuses on mastering practical skills in barista work, bar service, and restaurant operations. Students also have the opportunity to enhance their professional experience through international work placements via the Erasmus+ program.

The Diploma in Restaurant Management is designed with industry partners (IHF, Restaurant Association and Fáilte Ireland) to provide a professional career route for two specific groups of individuals, staff building a career in the restaurant sector or career changers. The programme also seeks to attract existing staff working in the sector who wish to gain a qualification and begin a management career.

The aim of this programme is to provide learners with the knowledge, practical skills and competence necessary for a career in a modern ever-changing restaurant environment. This will be achieved by developing modern food and beverage skills in various different styles of food service.

This innovative new programme integrates theory with practice. It has been developed to provide a relevant professional qualification for those who wish to embark on a career in Restaurant Operations Management.

This is not a CAO entry course - course fees may be required - apply directly to the college.

This programme has been replaced by TU678

On successful completion you will have gained many transferable skills which will help you gain employment or further your studies in Retail, Business or Management.