Course Summary
Anthropology is the comparative study of humankind in the cultures of the world, both past and present. This exciting programme offers a unique way of looking at the world, offering a greater understanding of the human experience and a strong sense of global citizenship to meet the challenges of the future.
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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
* 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 |
5M0528 | Media Production |
5M0529 | Software Development |
5M0536 | Computer Systems and Networks |
5M0828 | eBusiness |
5M1761 | Intellectual Disability Practice |
5M18294 | Office Informatics |
5M18518 | Media Production |
5M18519 | Film and Television Production |
5M1940 | Computer Aided Design |
5M1985 | Art |
5M1995 | Graphic Design |
5M1997 | Office Administration |
5M2009 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
5M2011 | Music |
5M20599 | Music |
5M2067 | Information Processing |
5M2069 | Marketing |
5M2071 | Contact Centre Operations |
5M2073 | Language and European Studies |
5M2094 | Photography |
5M2102 | Business Studies |
5M2110 | Security Studies |
5M2111 | International Trade |
5M2146 | Multimedia Production |
5M2149 | Sound Production |
5M2154 | Cultural and Heritage Studies |
5M2181 | Applied Social Studies |
5M2464 | Journalism |
5M2468 | Business Administration |
5M2768 | AnimalCare |
5M2786 | Community Care |
5M3050 | Community Development |
5M3114 | General Studies |
5M3635 | Education and Training |
5M3782 | Health Service Skills |
5M3789 | Legal Studies |
5M3807 | Laboratory Techniques |
5M4339 | Healthcare Support |
5M4349 | Nursing Studies |
5M4468 | Community Health Services |
5M4511 | Radio Production |
5M4732 | Youth Work |
5M5011 | Tourism with Business |
5M5028 | Applied Ecology |
5M5048 | Creative Media |
5M5146 | Sports, Recreation and Exercise |
5M5148 | Outdoor Sport and Recreation |
5M5151 | Performing Arts |
5M5152 | Theatre Production |
5M5158 | Film and Television Production |
5M5162 | Media Engineering |
5M5163 | Theatre Performance |
5M5165 | Trade Union Studies |
5M5267 | Food Science |
6M0691 | Software Development |
6M0695 | Computer Systems and Networks |
6M18534 | Film and Television Production |
6M2007 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
6M20496 | Digital Media Production |
6M20602 | Music |
6M20866 | Accounting |
6M2115 | Supervisory Management for Manufacturing |
6M2218 | Social and Vocational Integration |
6M2263 | Inclusive Education and Training |
6M2382 | Telecommunications Access Networks Technology |
6M3115 | Information, Advice and Advocacy |
6M3566 | Drama |
6M3618 | Arts Administration |
6M3674 | Community Development |
6M3732 | Photography |
6M4385 | Retail Management |
6M4587 | Management |
6M4749 | Leisure Facility Supervisory Management |
6M4978 | Health Services Supervisory Management Skills |
6M4985 | Business |
6M5012 | Tourism with Business |
6M5013 | Administration |
6M5014 | International Contact Centre Service |
6M5130 | Media Production |
6M5147 | Sports, Recreation and Exercise |
6M5149 | Broadcasting |
6M5159 | Film and Television Production |
6M5545 | Cartoon Animation |
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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.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.
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.
Career Progression
Career options include working as an archaeologist and forensic anthropologist, in arts administration and creative industries, community work, museums and heritage centres, journalism, librarianship, market research, the media, and in State bodies and NGOs dealing with social policy.
Options for postgraduate study at UCC include: MA Anthropology, MA Global Cultures & Languages, MA Human Osteoarchaeology, MA Museum Studies, MA Sociology, MA Sociology of Sustainability & Global Challenges
Further Research
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