Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
Liberal Arts introduces learners to research skills, academic writing skills and methods of study that are necessary for successful participation at third level. The course also incorporates research into suitable avenues of progression for those wishing to continue their studies upon successful completion.
Liberal Arts combines skills and knowledge from several disciplines – it provides a broad scope of study rather than a narrow focus and this allows students to gain learning experience in a wide range of subject matter. Liberal Arts is about giving students choice and flexibility while providing a variety of essential skills that will benefit their progression on to university and ultimately their chosen career.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Communications 5N0690
Personal & Professional Development 5N2985
Research & Study Skills 5N3113
Word Processing 5N1358
English Literature 5N3249
European Studies 5N1444
Literary, Visual & Performing Arts 5N2465
Classical Studies 5N3248
History 5N3250
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 5M3114 |
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
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.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
Liberal Arts graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Archaeologist│ Sociologist │Psychologist │ Public Relations Specialist │ Human Resources Specialists │Graphic Designer or Artist │ Writer │Social Worker │Teacher │ Journalist │ Researcher │Historian │Tour Guide |