Course Summary
The School of Psychology aims to offer a knowledge base and a set of skills that not only equip students for the many careers that exist in psychology, but also prepare students intellectually for other careers. Psychology is a branch of science that demands clear, rigorous thinking, numeracy and the ability to define, study and solve problems in complex, changing settings.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
Language options with this course
The following language options are available to study as part of this programme:
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
* Time abroad utilising this language
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Entry Requirements
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QQI / FET Links
PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.
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| Note: Information for 2025 Entry | |
| Award Code | Award Title |
| 5M2073 | Language and European Studies |
| 5M2154 | Cultural and Heritage Studies |
| 5M2181 | Applied Social Studies |
| 5M3114 | General Studies |
| 5M4468 | Community Health Services |
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
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.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Career Progression
Many psychology graduates proceed to a career in professional psychology through professional training. The School of Psychology itself offers a range of postgraduate programmes including professional doctorates in Clinical Psychology and Counselling Psychology, Master's courses in Applied Psychology, Applied Behaviour Analysis and Global Mental Health, as well as online postgraduate qualifications in Managing Risk and System Change, and Psychoanalytic Studies.
Further Research
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