Humanities & Social Sciences courses in Ireland

The Professional Diploma in Terrorism will be delivered from both a theoretical and also practical and operational perspectives. While the course will have a certain amount of theory and academic knowledge and context, it will also focus on methodologies that can be applied to operating in dangerous and volatile environments. Case studies will play a…

This PTSD course aims to provide students with an understanding of the theory and treatment of trauma and PTSD related symptoms. It presents historical and emerging research and theory related to trauma and PTSD, with a focus on clinical treatment and practical responses to symptoms. Students will explore a range of theoretical frameworks for understanding…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence, in the models and types of disabilities and the legal and social structures and services in place to accommodate disabilities at national and community level and in the workplace. Course Description • Explore various definitions of disability, to include…

Programme Overview  The aims of this module are to introduce students to best practice in the area of preventative education and family support in an Irish context and to provide a general introduction to prevention education theory & practice.  Format Induction Day: Full Day Face to Face workshop (10am-4pm) Online Sessions: Once a week for 2 hours…

This module deals with what has traditionally been known as Ireland’s ‘Golden Age’. Having begun with a brief introduction to prehistoric Ireland, it covers in more detail the period from the arrival of Christianity in the fifth century to the eve of the first Viking attacks at the end of the eighth. The focus is…

This short course explores an alternative approach to drug misuse prevention using environmental education as a resource for positive personal development of young people.

Overview This course will provide an introduction to major authors of poetry, drama and prose through close examination of selected texts, chosen from among those prescribed for the Leaving Certificate. The course will be of special interest to teachers and pupils preparing for the examination but the lectures will be directed towards a more general…

Here is a unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge of the “Great works of English Literature” with our home study course in some selected plays and novels that have entertained readers and audiences for generations. Course Contents Unit 1: Novel (two works chosen) Unit 2: Play (two works choosen) You will gain a real understanding…

Programme Overview  The aim of the Equality and Diversity module is to introduce learners to theories and concepts of identity, equality and diversity. Explore the social construction and status implications of identity, culture and diversity within Irish society. Support learners to examine and reflect on their own understanding of equality, diversity and anti-discrimination and the…

This module explores the political and cultural history of Europe during the early modern period. It analyses the efforts of reformers to revive their churches and societies during the sixteenth century. It then examines the legacy of these reform movements and considers how cultural divisions, as well as competition for power, led to prolonged periods…

Film and Literature Appreciation Course Description: This class will appeal to anyone who appreciates both movies and novels. It involves taking a different movie/novel tie in each week and discussing the aspects that have made both the both and its movie adaptation into classics. We take a different book/movie each week and these can range…

This Forensic Psychology and Criminology online course is run by Kilroy’s College. This Forensic Psychology and Criminology online course covers the fascinating genre of Forensic Psychology and Criminology. You will learn about the processes and practices that are used to catch criminals and gain a better understanding of what crime is, why it occurs and…

This course is a perfect starting point for anyone seeking a career in Journalism. If you would like the opportunity of working to your own schedule, then Journalism, whether full-time or part-time, could be a good career choice. Most magazines and newspapers rely on freelance writers and journalists to back up their own staff journalists.…

For FREE course brochure please visit www.kilroyscollege.ie/free_brochure Our Garda Trainee Competition preparation course will give you the best possible chance to be successful. This course has a proven successful track record as we have over many years designed this specific programme of study to assist candidates to successfully prepare for the Garda Trainee Competition test.…

“The story is no longer about the things that have happened to women and men and how they have reacted to them; instead it is about how the subjective and collective meanings of women and men as categories of identity have been constructed.” (Joan Scott, Gender and the Politics of History, New York, 1988, p.6). This…

Would you like to learn more about your own genealogy and where your ancestors came from? But perhaps don’t know where to start? Through this course in Irish Genealogy you will learn how to undertake the research and how to access and use key sources available including the census returns, civil birth, marriages and deaths,…

Have you ever thought about finding out more about your ancestors? If you are interested in the past and in particular your ancestors, why not enrol in the part-time genealogy course by Aiden Feerick MAGI This course will introduce you to the principal sources of information, namely, The Census, Birth, Marriage and Death Records, Church…

This course is suitable for anyone wishing to develop a broad array of historical research skills. The programme will include detailed instruction into the tools and sources that are available to conduct personal, family and community based history research and projects.

This course is suitable for anyone wishing to develop a broad array of historical research skills. The programme will include detailed instruction into the tools and sources that are available to conduct personal, family and community based history research and projects.

Learn the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of diabetes as well as the treatment and preventive measures of the disease. This free online Global Health Initiative course teaches you diabetes awareness. Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the pancreas. It occurs when the pancreas is no longer capable of making insulin or when the body…

What is myth? How do myths deal with fundamental human concerns about who we are and the world we live in? In this module, Dr. Suzanne O’Neill is an introduction to the major myths of the classical world using a range of primary source material: literary, artistic and archaeological. It explores the functions of myth…

What is myth? How do myths deal with fundamental human concerns about who we are and the world we live in? What is the relationship between myth and religion? Why did the Greeks and Romans worship many gods, believe in oracles, or perform animal sacrifice? This lecture-only module is an introduction to the major myths…

Programme Overview  The Group Work and Facilitation Skills programme will develop learners’ understanding of group dynamics, of the principles underpinning facilitation styles and interventions, and of a range of group work techniques. Learners will practice and improve their facilitation and presentation skills as well as their capacity to plan, deliver and evaluate a group. The programme will…

Overview The Higher Diploma in Arts in Counselling and Psychotherapy will provide students with a broad graduate-level education and grounding in the theory and practice of counselling and therapy. The course offers students a practical training in therapeutic skills and an understanding of the ethical implications of therapeutic work. During the course, students will be…

Tutor: Elaine Metcalfe, Bsc. Education & Training, MA Modern Irish History, Dip. Life Coaching, Certified Train-the-Trainer, DTM This 12 week course will provide an overall insight into Irish life. It’s society, culture, customs and traditions from the early 18th Century to the present day. It will explore how Irish society evolved and changed, and how…

Tutor: Elaine Metcalfe, Bsc. Education & Training, MA Modern Irish History, Dip. Life Coaching, Certified Train-the-Trainer, DTM From the granting of Home Rule to the Home Rule Party under Redmond during the First World War, to ‘New Nationalism’ and the Peace Agreement in 1998, this course will examine the people and events that shaped Modern…

History, Politics and Culture in Northern Ireland – 8 weeks

Tutor: Anne Gormley, B.A. H. Dip in Ed. Hons, M.A. Mod English Literature/Hons 12 week course A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say.’ Italo Calvino Books are powerful levellers, great healers and superb sources of conversation as well as being solid dependable companions on our journey through life.…

This free online social work course covers the values, processes and functions of family support workers in the UK. The demands of modern life can cause stress and problems in any home and families frequently require assistance to cope. Family support workers are employed by the UK government to provide emotional support and guidance. This…

Explore career opportunities by developing and mastering the art of interpretation with this free online course. Widespread cultural and language barriers necessitate the need for interpreters. Professionals who offer top-notch interpreting services are beneficial in all circumstances when cross-cultural communication is required. Gain insights into interpreting techniques, explore various fields, navigate cultural and technological nuances,…