General Studies (QQI Level 4) 4M2010

Programme Aim

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to build the knowledge, skill and competence required for participation in higher education, including acquiring a broad range of knowledge in an area of personal interest, and key skills for academic research and enquiry.

Work placement / work experience may be a core feature/element of programmes in this field facilitating the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this programme learners will have acquired a broad range of knowledge in an area of personal interest together with key skills for academic research and enquiry. Learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to make informed decisions concerning participation in further education or training.

Course Content

Computer Applications 4N1112
Teamworking 4N1169
Information Technology Skills 4N1125
English & Communications 4N0689
Mathematics 4N1987
Word Processing 4N1123
Work Experience 4N1168
Cultural Studies 4N3400

Further Details

The Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) offers part-time courses for individuals aged 16 and over, with a focus on those who left school with few formal qualifications. BTEI courses are open to EU/EAA Citizens, Refugees, Persons with Leave to Remain in Ireland e.g. Holders of Stamp 4 GNIB Card, and those with Labour Market Access Permission.

In order to meet eligibility criteria, applicants must also meet at least one of the following:

Registered job seeker with DSP, receiving either a jobseeker’s payment or signing on for credits.
Recipient of other mean-tested DSP payments
Adult dependent of DSP (jobseekers or means-tested) payment recipient
Medical card holder
Adult with less than Full Leaving Certificate level education or equivalent.

If you are unemployed or are in part time employment and meet at least one of the above criteria, you are eligible for the course. Evidence of eligibility will be required.

In terms of language requirements, applicants for BTEI courses need to be at least at an intermediate level, often specified as A2 to B2 on the CEFR.