Contİnuİng Educatİon Courses 2014–2015

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Contİnuİng Educatİon
Courses 2014–2015
Department of Adult & Community Education
National University of Ireland Maynooth
Welcome to
NUI Maynooth
Since the Department was founded almost forty
years ago Ireland has undergone profound change
in the social, economic and educational spheres.
In this changing environment many of things that
appeared certain in the past are no longer desirable
or viable. This is equally true of the third level
educational sector. As this sector searches for
innovative and flexible responses to the learning
needs of the knowledge society, courses such as the
ones described in this brochure, are becoming ever
more valued within a context of societal change.
The 2014–2015 programme offers courses
concerned with professional studies in
teacher training in adult, community and
further education, guidance counselling,
human development, social and community
studies and learning to learn.
It is acknowledged that each participant
comes to learning from a different situational
context and with particular experiences
and knowledge. Classes are delivered
using an open sharing, dialogical model,
based in the educational practices of
Adult Education. The approach promotes
reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
The Department’s success to date in offering
such a variety of courses is due in no small
measure to the teams of dedicated and
enthusiastic lecturing staff, tutors and course
organisers who support the programme and
to the many hundreds of students who have
participated in our courses over the years.
Their needs have been central to course
design, and the courses offered reflect their
demand to study subjects relevant to their
lives and work. We are deeply indebted to them
all for their encouragement and inspiration.
Their practical advice has shaped the current
programme and ensured its relevance.
Motivation to begin courses often stems from
the rekindling of a long-standing ambition to
continue or return to learning at third level. The
first step is to read this booklet. I hope you find
something that will excite your curiosities and
inspire you to join our learning community.
Josephine Finn
Head of Adult and Community
Education Department
Contents
Overview
President’s Welcome..................................................4
NUI Certificate
Foundation Course
The University................................................................6
Return to Learning....................................................24
22
Student Life.....................................................................8
Student Services.......................................................10
NUI Certificate Courses 28
Come & Meet Us........................................................12
Addiction Studies......................................................30
General Information................................................ 14
Adult & Community Education...........................32
How to Apply................................................................16
Community Development & Leadership......34
Some Common Questions....................................18
Counselling Skills.......................................................36
Progression..................................................................20
Creative Writing for Publication.......................40
Directing for Theatre..............................................42
Disability Studies......................................................44
Local History................................................................46
Performance................................................................48
Psychology....................................................................50
NUI Certificate
Modular Programmes 54
People Place & Heritage........................................56
Culture & Society......................................................56
2–3
NUI Professional
Development Courses 64
NUI Certificate Adult Guidance,
Theory & Practice.....................................................66
NUI Certificate Communication
& Group Skills for Managers...............................68
NUI Degree Programme 92
Bachelor of Arts, BA Local Studies
& BA Community Studies......................................94
Postgraduate Courses 98
NUI Certificate Cultural
Heritage and Tourism..............................................70
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts
(Adult Guidance and Counselling)..................100
NUI Certificate Equality Studies
in Training & Development (online)..................72
MEd Adult & Community Education............101
NUI Certificate Integrating Literacy.............. 74
MEd Adult Guidance & Counselling..............101
NUI Certificate Restorative Practices..........76
MA Community Education,
Equality & Social Activism................................102
NUI Certificate Training
& Continuing Education.........................................78
NUI Diploma in Addiction Studies....................80
NUI Diploma in Arts (Adult Guidance
and Counselling).........................................................84
NUI Diploma Training & Development
(for Socially Inclusive Workplaces)..................88
HDip Further Education......................................100
MLitt Adult & Community Education..........102
PhD Adult & Community Education.............103
Additional Information
104
Staff List......................................................................104
University Glossary...............................................108
Outreach Centres...................................................110
Application Form....................................................111
President’s
Welcome
The Department of Adult and Community
Education, National University of Ireland
Maynooth is the only dedicated academic
adult education department in the Republic
of Ireland. For almost 40 years it has been
at the forefront of radical educational
initiatives from the movement for Life
Long Learning and the push for Equality
of Access to the Recognition of Prior
Learning. It was a major contributor to the
White Paper on Adult Education in 2000
which has had and continues to have farreaching effects on the development of this
particular aspect of the educational system.
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Besides this legacy of high level policy
formation there is another dimension of
the department’s work that is recognised
nation-wide and this is the real contribution
it has made in bringing third-level education
to people in their communities. The
department has been engaged through its
outreach programmes, in delivering a wide
variety of programmes directly to people
in their communities, including Community
Development and Leadership, Addiction
Studies, Counselling, Psychology and Local
History courses. Bringing the university out of
the confines of the campus and engaging with
wider society is nothing new to the department
or to NUI Maynooth. You will find thousands
of adults all across the country from Donegal
to Cork, Dublin to Galway and all points in
between who either started their journey
into education through an NUI Maynooth
certificate and went on from there or used our
programmes for professional development.
At the most basic level the Department of
Adult and Community Education encourages
people to become involved or deepen their
involvement in higher education. Adult
Education is often described as Transformative
Education as it affords people the opportunity
for change. The department seeks to give
people the power to transform their lives
and shape their world in a manner that
is beneficial to the individual and their
community wherever and whatever this
might be. We promote meaningful education
founded on the ideas of social justice,
democracy and solidarity. We want you to
be part of that: join us at NUI Maynooth.
Warm regards,
Prof Philip Nolan
President, NUI Maynooth
The
University
The National University of Ireland, Maynooth
is a vibrant, rapidly expanding third-level
institution with more than 8,800 students.
The university offers undergraduate
and postgraduate courses in the Arts,
Science, Engineering, Philosophy and
Celtic Studies. The university traces its
origins directly to the foundation in 1795
of St Patrick’s College, Maynooth and it
is Ireland’s second oldest university.
Today NUI Maynooth is a dynamic and
innovative university with students from
every county in Ireland as well as an increasing
number of international students. It offers
a student-friendly environment providing
world-class teaching and research facilities
and courses, while still retaining a uniquely
friendly and personal atmosphere.
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The educational reach of the institution
stretches far beyond its physical boundaries,
and NUI Maynooth has consistently been
to the forefront in the university sector in
promoting greater access to education.
The university has established an outreach
campus at Kilkenny, and in addition it offers a
wide range of courses, diplomas, certificates
and degrees, both undergraduate and
postgraduate, at locations around the country.
The university is committed to providing
an environment within which the student
can learn, develop and create. The focus
is on ensuring that all students have an
experience that will benefit them not just
academically but personally as well, and that
the environment is truly student-friendly.
The ongoing policy of investment in developing
new programmes and courses, and in providing
new learning and research facilities, is one
part of the equation. Equally important is
the ongoing investment in expanding and
supporting student social and recreational
facilities, and in particular in providing
the necessary support for all students
throughout their academic career, especially
for new students for whom entry into higher
education can be a daunting challenge.
Student
Life
If this is your first time undertaking
a university programme you will
soon realise that higher education
is very different from your previous
encounters with formal education.
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The university is a community of learners
and the exchange of ideas is the common
currency that makes an institution like
this work. As an adult in university you will
see that we value the knowledge that our
students already possess from their own life
experiences. In Adult Education we deliberately
keep our classes small in order to create
a learning environment where discussion
and dialogue between fellow students and
lecturers/tutors, informed by a deep level of
understanding and analysis of your chosen
subjects, becomes the method to discovery
and the acquisition of new knowledge.
Our students both On Campus and in our
Outreach centres are fully fledged members
of the student body and therefore are
entitled to the use of our student services
and societies. As an adult learner the mature
student society will be of particular interest
to you but there are clubs and societies to
suit every taste and interest, from sport to
music, history to film and many more besides.
Student
Services
NUI Maynooth’s beautiful and historic
campus provides the perfect learning
environment, offering extensive library
facilities, high quality IT and writing support.
The Library
A key resource for students, the Library
offers a wealth of information in print and
electronic format, housing over 462,000
publications and providing online access to the
full text of over 47,000 journals. The Library
catalogue – which includes books, periodicals,
theses, audio visual material, manuscripts
and archives on microfilm – is accessible
from anywhere via the website. We also
provide useful services such as photocopying,
printing, computer and internet facilities.
Even if you are on one of our Outreach
courses and find it difficult to visit the library
regularly or even at all, once you register with
NUI Maynooth you will have remote access
to the millions of titles and publications
that are stored in our electronic library.
Library staff are on hand to answer any
queries and help you source material.
Students can borrow traditional library
materials such as books and journals as
well as borrowing laptops and kindles. We
also provide library training & information
sessions throughout the year to help users
make the most of our extensive resources.
Website http://library.nuim.ie
Computer Centre
The Computer Centre caters for the computing
needs of staff and students, providing
services that include Public Access Computer
Rooms (PACRs), wireless internet access, IT
support, and the European Computer Driving
Licence (ECDL). An IT helpdesk service is also
available on weekdays during office hours.
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Further information on the services
we provide may be found at
http://computercentre.nuim.ie
Tel 353 (0)1 708 3388
Email helpdesk@nuim.ie
The Writing Centre
This Writing Centre offers free, friendly,
non-judgemental writing help to any
student, regardless of course, degree or
level. Students can drop in on their own or
in groups to work with tutors on course
work or material/topics with which they
may be having trouble. Students may
also book one-to-one appointments to
discuss their writing with peer tutors.
Currently the Centre offers
the following services:
̍̍ Drop-in writing help
̍̍ One-to-one tutoring by appointment
̍̍ Discipline-specific work with
individual departments
̍̍ Referral to other services/
supports on campus
̍̍ Supervised study and group working space
̍̍ Access to relevant materials and handouts
̍̍ Web-based learning materials
including self-diagnostic tests
̍̍ Interdisciplinary and collaboratively
provided workshops
̍̍ Scheduled topic specific sessions (hot topics).
The Centre is also engaged in on-campus,
national and international research
into academic writing and literacy.
If you would like to meet a writing
tutor contact us by email.
Email writingcentre@nuim.ie
Come &
Meet Us
Our annual Open Evening for On Campus
courses will take place on Thursday 15th
May 2014, 5–8pm. Here you will have
an opportunity to meet lecturers and
students who will be more than happy to
answer any questions that you may have.
You will also find us at all of the University
Open and Information days and at events
around the country. If you prefer you may
call and enquire about any courses that you
are interested in. You will find the contact
details at the bottom of the relevant page.
Upcoming Events at NUI Maynooth
2014
12–13
Open Evening
Thursday 15th
May 2014
11th March
April
May
June
Postgraduate
Open Evening
4–8pm
University Day
14th April
Open Evening
Thursday 15th May
5.00-8.00pm
University Day
28th June
General
Information
National Framework of Qualiﬁcations
A framework has been introduced to help
students develop learning pathways through
the education system. Further information
is availabe from www.nfq.ie
Where to Start?
It all begins with you, that is with what you
want at this particular time in your life. This
may also depend on the amount of time and
commitment you can give to a course of study
and the level of learning you wish to achieve.
Foundation courses are offered at level 5
while undergraduate university certificate,
diploma, and degrees courses are offered
at levels 6–8; postgraduate certificate,
diploma, masters and doctorate courses are
offered at levels 9–10. The following chart
outlines the levels on the Framework.
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Return to Learning Foundation
Level Course (Level 5)
Applications are invited from those aged 21
years on the 1st January 2014 for the Return
to Learning Foundations Level Course.
Students who obtain a final overall grade
of 60% or above may access a Bachelor of
Arts degree programme at NUI Maynooth.
Information about full-time access courses can
be found at: http://maturestudents.nuim.ie
National University of Ireland Maynooth,
Diploma In Arts (Levels 7 & 8)
Part-time Diploma in Arts programmes
offer students an opportunity to continue
their studies and to accumulate credit.
Diploma courses at NUI Maynooth carry
60 credits and students who successfully
complete them, can then carry their credits
to our Part-time Degree Programme in
Local Studies or in Community Studies.
NB However, please be aware that the age
to access full-time undergraduate study
remains at 23 years of age on 1st January
in year of application. Remember students
must apply through the Central Admissions
Office (CAO) for full-time courses.
National University of Ireland
Part-Time Honours BA Degree (Level 8)
If you are too busy to follow a full time
degree programme you may be interested
in beginning our Part-Time Evening Degree.
Here we combine modules from across nine
of the university’s academic departments
from the faculties of Arts and Social Sciences.
These include Anthropology, History, Classics,
Nua Ghaeilge, Sociology, Geography etc
and you the student decide whether you will
take a BA in Local Studies or Community
Studies. You build the degree at your pace
and to suit your budget. Application forms are
available on request from: evening.degrees@
nuim.ie and Kilkenny.campus@nuim.ie
http://admissions.nuim.ie/subjects
National University of Ireland, Maynooth
Certificate (Levels 7 & 8: 20 ECTS)
Our level 7 & 8 certificate courses allow people
to experience a subject, for instance Addiction
Studies or Psychology, at third level at a pace
that suits them. Most courses take place
over 1 evening per week for 24 weeks, there
are also approx. 3 or 4 Saturdays included
over the year. By the end of the course the
student will have a good grasp of what is
required and involved in taking on further
study perhaps up to degree level and beyond.
Once you begin the course you will be given
the support and skills necessary to complete
it successfully. NUI Maynooth Certificate
courses carry 20 credits and students who
successfully complete them, can then carry
their credits to our part-time undergraduate
Diploma programmes or our Degree in
Local Studies or in Community Studies.
How to Apply
As you can see our courses are run both On
Campus in NUI Maynooth and Kilkenny and also
in local Outreach venues around the country.
If the course you are interested in doing
is On Campus in either NUI Maynooth
or Kilkenny then please complete
the application form on page 111.
If the course you would like to apply
for is in a local Outreach venue then
please take the following steps:
1. Select course
2.Select location for contact details
3. Contact course provider
for local information
Your local centre will give you all the
information you need about enrolment,
commencement dates, fees etc.
Each outreach centre is responsible for the
enrolment of students and collection of course
fees. Please phone the number listed to enquire
about that centre’s own application procedure.
All courses are offered on condition that
enrolment numbers reach a satisfactory level.
Upon commencement of an NUI Certificate
course students must complete an NUI
Maynooth registration form. The course
tutor will provide the forms and return
completed forms to the Department
of Adult & Community Education.
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Registration & Fees
Due to the overheads that outreach
centres inevitably incur costs may vary
slightly from one local centre to another.
Contact local providers for exact costs.
Payment Options
On Campus Courses: An Application Deposit
of €100 will secure your place on the course
of your choice. The balance of the fee
may be paid in full upon registration.
Easy Payment Plan
(Instalment Option). You may choose to pay
the remainder of the course fee in two or
three instalments. An additional payment
of €20 applies for each instalment.
If you would like to avail of the
Easy Payment Plan please contact:
Sinead Ryan at (01) 708 4783
For further information on
Payment Options please visit:
http://www.nuim.ie/adult-andcommunity-education/our-courses
Payment By Credit Card
Generally course providers do not have credit
card facilities but please check with your
local centre. If you are studying a course on
campus in NUI Maynooth when you come in to
Registration you will be issued with a username
and password. Once you have these details
you will then be able to pay by credit card.
Duration
The Certificate courses generally require 100
hours of class contact over a one-year period
which may include 3 to 4 Saturdays. Classes are
normally 3 hours in duration and some courses
are conducted over weekends. The Evening
Degree takes place on Tuesday and Wednesday
evenings, and is described on pages 92-97.
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate Certificates, Diplomas,
Degrees Applications are invited from
those aged 21 years on the 1st January 2014.
In most cases, no academic requirements
or qualifications are necessary, however,
some courses, because of their content,
are more suited to those with previous
knowledge or experience of the subject.
Refunds
Fees will be refunded under the
following conditions:
̍̍ Course does not proceed or is not full
̍̍ Within 2 weeks of commencement of course.
All other requests for refunds should be
made to course providers in writing and
supported with appropriate documentation.
Special Requirements
If you have any special requirements please
indicate on your application form.
Some Common
Questions
Undergraduate Courses Only
Do I need a Leaving Certificate?
No, it is not necessary to have your
Leaving Certificate. You just have to be 21
years or over on the 1st January 2014.
Are there any other Entry Requirements?
other than the age requirements stated
above, there is no formal selection procedure
for most courses although, because of their
content, some are more suited to those
with previous knowledge or experience
of the subject. As courses are delivered
in keeping with adult education practice,
participants will be expected to:
̍̍ Be willing to engage with group
activities and group learning
̍̍ Be willing to learn through dialogue
and reflection on experience
̍̍ Have a level of literacy that is sufficient to
complete the assessment requirements.
We strongly recommend that
you seriously consider the above
before applying for a course.
Some courses have been designed with
the particular needs of trainers and
tutors in mind. It is important therefore
that applicants for these courses are
practitioners in the relevant subject area.
Will I have to sit Examinations?
None of our certificate courses have
examinations. However, students are
expected to undertake, complete and
pass all written assignments and an 85%
attendance rate is also required. Students
on our Part-Time Degree may have some
examinations but in the main and where
possible assessment is carried out on a
continuous basis through essays, projects, etc.
Will I need Computer Skills?
Computer skills are always an advantage
particularly for access to information on
the Internet or Library Catalogue, however
they are not essential. We do request
that all assignments be typed (except
for the Integrating Literacy course).
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What is a Module?
A module is a block of learning in which a
particular topic is taught and assessed.
What will I do if I am away when the
Course Enrolment takes place?
Please make contact with the local course
provider and before you leave, make personal
arrangements. Course providers are generally
very accommodating in such cases.
Proficiency in English
Programmes are delivered through English.
Students are advised that to benefit from
chosen programmes they should be proficient
in both written and spoken English.
Progression
You will see at the end of each certificate
descriptor there are suggested routes
for progression from the course you have
completed. Remember once you begin a
course with NUI Maynooth you are beginning
a journey that could take you to any number
of possible destinations. For some people
the course itself will be enough. Others
consider further study at certificate level
while some choose to progress up to diploma
or degree or even to post-graduate studies.
The destination is entirely up to you.
If you wish to continue your studies with
NUI Maynooth beyond the course you are
undertaking please talk to your course tutor in
the first instance. If you need further guidance,
please contact us at (01) 708 6062 /708 3948 A number of our certificate students progress
on to our Part-Time Degrees in Local Studies
and Community Studies. This is where prior
learning becomes important. Applications
for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
are considered by a University Committee.
Where RPL is recognized the student will be
granted exemptions from specific modules
on the BA Local and Community Studies.
Progression Pathways
Communiversity
Local History;
Community Studies;
Sociology; Politics;
Sustainable
Development;
Philosophy;
Environmental
studies, Etc.
Return To
Learning Level 5
Study Skills; Goal
Setting; Writing Skills;
ICT for Research
and Learning;
English; Sociology;
History; Community
Development; Etc.
Dip in Training and
Development for Socially
Inclusive Workplaces Level 7/8
Community Development
and Leadership; Adult and
Community Education; Addiction
Studies; Integrating Literacy;
Equality Studies, Etc.
Modular Certs
Part-Time Level 8
Community Studies
Adult Education, Addiction
Studies; Sociology; Anthropology;
Applied Social Studies.
Local Studies
History, Geography, Irish, Classics.
BA Full Time/Part Time
20–21
What is the ECTS?
ECTS stands for the European Credit Transfer
System. All undergraduate courses offered
by the Department of Adult & Community
Education are linked to this system. Each of
our level 7 and 8 certificate courses carry 20
credits on the ECTS. This is very important if
you decide that you want to progress on to a
diploma or degree at any time in the future. For
instance if you have an NUI Certificate (level 7
or 8) and would like to apply to NUI Maynooth
for an arts degree then in most cases* you
may opt to take two subjects in first year
instead of three. In other words the certificate
gives you 20 credits in the ECTS bank and
these can go towards your final degree.
What is APL, RPL and Credit Transfer?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
The BA Community Studies and BA Local
Studies offer a process whereby credit may be
transferred from courses already completed
by you within or outside Ireland. You may
submit a claim for transfer to a maximum
of 60 credits for awards at level 6 and
upwards on the Framework of Qualifications
or equivalent. Assessment is based on
level and relevance of learning outcomes.
RPL claims are processed once you have
registered for the programme. Advice on the
process is available at the interview stage.
* The exception is in relation to students
applying to study for a Degree in Psychology in
the Department of Psychology, NUI Maynooth.
Certificate
Diplomas
20 ECTS Credits
60 ECTS Credits
Bachelor of Arts
Degree Programmes
180 ECTS Credits
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NUI Certificate
Foundation Course
Students who successfully complete the NUI
Maynooth Return to Learning course and get
a grade of 60% or above will automatically
qualify for a place in 1st Arts in NUI Maynooth.
This foundation level course does not carry
ECTS and consequently does not qualify for
Recognition of Accredited Prior Learning (RAPL).
Return to Learning......................................................... 24
NUI Certificate Foundation Course
Return to Learning
Level 5
Introduction
This Certificate level course is designed
as a stepping stone for those who wish
to return to study but have not studied
in any formal way for a number of years.
Participants are given an opportunity to
sample a number of academic subjects
so that they can make a more informed
choice when selecting subjects later.
Students who obtain final grate of 60% or
above will automatically be offered a place
on the Bachelor of Arts degree programme in
this university. This Foundation level course
does not carry ECTS and consequently
does not qualify for Recognition of
Accredited Prior Learning (RAPL).
NB However, please be aware that the
age to access Full-time undergraduate
study remains at 23 years of age on
1st January in year of application.
Course Aims
The course aims to familiarise people with
the structure and requirements of third
level education; to equip them with some
of the necessary skills required and help
them identify the subjects or courses
that they may later wish to undertake.
Content
Module 1
Motivation and Goals
Module 2
Taking Notes
Module 3
Writing Skills
Module 4
Reading Skills
Module 5
Library Skills
Module 6
Coping with Examinations
Module 7
Introduction to Degree Subjects
̍̍ Participants must be 21 years or over
on 1 January in year of application.
̍̍ Have the capacity to complete a
course at NUI Certificate level
Assessment Procedures
̍̍ 85% minimum attendance
̍̍ Research Project
̍̍ Participation in Class
̍̍ Essay based on Learning Journal
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Course Duration
Day Time
100 hours part-time over 1 year, 2 mornings
per week – Mon and Wed/Wed and Fri
Evening
100 hours part-time over 1 year,
1 evening per week – Wed 6pm–10pm
If you are attending a course at
Maynooth, please note the following:
Application Closing Date
22nd August 2014
What the students say…
The course totally fulfilled my needs, so
much so, that it has had a life changing
experience on me. I have been accepted as
a mature student on the BA Arts Degree
Programme, commencing this September,
and this has opened up a whole new
and exciting world. I never would have
considered doing this if I had not attended
the Return to Learning Course.
Brenda Farrell
Start Date
22nd September 2014
Typical Progression Routes
̍̍ Full-time Degree in Arts
Fee
€900
̍̍ Part-time BA Local Studies/
Community Studies
Participants will be expected to submit
ongoing work throughout the year. Individual
attention and support will be given to help
individuals cope with course requirements.
How To Apply
See page 16
Location
Contact
Time
NUI Maynooth
01 708 6062
Daytime
Monday & Weds (Mornings)
10.00–12.30
Weds & Friday (Mornings)
10.00–12.30
Evening
Weds 6.00–10.00
Kilkenny Campus
056 777 5910
Check with Venue
Learning Initiatives
The Communiversity
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The Communiversity is a partnership
between the National University of Ireland
Maynooth, the Libraries Development,
Local Government Management Agency,
the Irish Local Development Network and
Local Area Partnership Companies.
Here we have academics deliver modules
in History, Economics, Politics, Sociology,
Geography, Community Development,
Psychology and Philosophy to people in
their local libraries free of charge. We
have just completed courses in Kildare and
North Dublin. A new course in Clones Co.
Monaghan is underway while we will start
our third programme in Coolock Library
due to unprecedented demand. We are
also hoping to develop the programme
in the coming years and interest has
been shown in counties Wicklow, Meath,
Louth and Wexford among others.
What the participants said…
‘The only improvement I suggest would be
to make the course longer. It was delivered
well and each of the lecturers had their
own style and I enjoyed all of them.’
‘I really enjoyed the course and as I had
some doubt about my age and length
of time since being in a classroom
environment I found it to be very
rewarding and encouraging to go further.’
‘Really enjoyed the interaction and the
encouragement to participate. Also
made me think that 3rd level education
may not be as daunting as I thought.
Really loved the whole experience
and mixing with the people I met.’
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NUI Certificate
Courses
20
ECTS
Our level 7 & 8 certificate courses allow people
to experience third level education at a pace
that suits them. Most courses take place 1
evening per week for 24 weeks. At the end of
the course, students have a good grasp of the
requirements needed for further study to degree
level and beyond. Once you begin the course you
will be supported to develop the competencies
necessary to complete it successfully.
Addiction Studies...........................................................30
Adult & Community Education...............................32
Community Development & Leadership...........34
Counselling Skills............................................................36
Creative Writing for Publication............................40
Directing for Theatre................................................... 42
Disability Studies...........................................................44
Local History.....................................................................46
Performance.....................................................................48
Psychology.........................................................................50
NUI Certificate Programmes
Addiction Studies
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
This course is designed to provide
participants with adequate knowledge
and skills to respond effectively and
positively to addiction-related issues as
they arise at work or in the community. It
constitutes part one of the NUI Diploma
in Addiction Studies programme and
students who successfully complete this
certificate course may apply for progression
to the diploma course (see page 80).
Course Aim
To provide participants with a broad
overview of key theoretical frameworks
in relation to substance misuse and
dependence, and to enable them to develop
basic helping and intervention skills.
Content
Module 1
Groupwork & Facilitation Skills/
Reflective Learning
Module 2
Substance Misuse and Dependence
Participants must be 21 years of age or
over; it is preferable that applicants have:
̍̍ Experience of working in a
community setting.
̍̍ Experience of working with alcohol
and/or drug-related problems.
̍̍ Openness to reflect on one’s own
practice, attitudes and beliefs.
̍̍ Commitment to learning in a group setting.
Please Note: All applicants are required
to submit a short essay (approx. 300–500
words) describing their reasons for
applying for the course. This essay, along
with a deposit of €100 and application
form on page 111 should be forwarded to
either Continuing Education, Department
of Adult and Community Education, NUI
Maynooth, Maynooth, Co. Kildare or to
the NUIM Kilkenny Campus (St. Kieran’s
College, College Road Kilkenny), whichever
college you wish to attend for this course.
Module 3
Drug & Alcohol Misuse in Contemporary Ireland
̍̍ 85% minimum attendance.
Module 4
Approaches to Prevention
Treatment & Rehabilitation
̍̍ Participation in class.
̍̍ Completion of relevant
assignments/ projects.
30–31
Course Duration
100 hours part-time over one year,
this may include 3 or 4 Saturdays.
I felt that I was on a personal journey
of challenging myself and my opinions
and I strongly believe that this course
helped me gain a better insight into this
illness. I never called it an illness before
so that in itself was a break through.
Maynooth, Please note the following:
22nd August 2014
Adrienna O’Shea
Start Date
23rd September 2014
̍̍ Diploma in Addiction Studies
Fee
€950
For all venues other than Maynooth please
check: Closing Date, Start Date, Fee.
How To Apply
See page 16
̍̍ BA Community Studies
Courses that compliment
Addiction Studies include
̍̍ Cert in Community Development
and Leadership
̍̍ Cert in Counselling Skills
Location
Contact
Time
Bray
01 2764 692
Tues 6.30-9.30
Cavan Institute
049 437 7940
Tues 7.00–10.00
Cork
021 422 2100
Check with venue
Donahies Community School,
Donaghmede
01 848 2217
01 847 3522
Check with venue
Limerick
065 686 5852
Check with venue
Kilkenny Campus
(NUI Maynooth)
056 777 5910
Check with venue
NUI Maynooth
01 708 6062
Tues 7.00–10.00pm
Inchicore/Bluebell
01 450 5396
Check with venue
Laois Third Level
057 862 3161
Check with venue
Longford
043 3341511
Tues 7.00–10.00
Donegal/Sligo
0749 161508
Check with venue
Adult & Community
Education
20
ECTS
Level 8
Introduction
This course is designed to provide students
with foundation skills in adult education.
Content
Module 1
Philosophy of Adult & Community Education
On completion of the course
participants should:
Module 2
Group Work
̍̍ Have a basic understanding
of how adults learn
Module 3
Psychology of Adult Development
̍̍ Be able to apply theories and
philosophies of Adult & Community
Education in their teaching practice
̍̍ Be able to design, implement and
evaluate adult learning programmes
̍̍ Adopt a flexible and creative
approach to education
Course Aim
The aim of the course is to provide
students with the practical skills and
a conceptual framework for working
with adults in community education.
̍̍ Have experience in Adult &
Community Education
̍̍ Essay & Project work
̍̍ Learning Journal
Course Duration
100 hours part-time over 1 year, this
may include 3 or 4 Saturdays.
32–33
Maynooth, please note the following:
22nd August 2014
Start Date
23rd September 2014
Fee
€950
Staff profile
Camilla Fitzsimons
Camilla first came into contact with the
Department in 1998 as a post-graduate
student on the Higher Diploma in Adult
and Community Education. In 2009 she
completed an MLitt in Adult & Community
Education which focused on communityuniversity partnerships and she is
currently a PhD candidate where the
focus of her inquiry is Popular Education
within the Irish Community Sector.
In 2010 she joined our Continuing
Education Associate Staff working
alongside other tutors in the delivery of
Certificate Courses in Adult & Community
Education & Community Development and
Leadership. She has also delivered Group
Work in Adult & Community Education
modules on post-graduate programmes
and provides research supervision for
selected students on our modular BA.
How To Apply
See page 16
̍̍ The Certificate in Adult and
Community Education combined
with either of the Certificates in
Training and Continuing Education
or Equality Studies plus one other
certificate from our list entitles the
student to apply for the NUI Diploma
in Arts: Training and Development
(for socially inclusive workplaces).
Please contact Kay Loughlin (01)
708 6062 for further information.
Location
Contact
Time
Mullingar
085 830 4441
087 6889963
Check with venue
NUI Maynooth, Maynooth
01 708 6062
Mon 7.00–10.00pm
Community Development
& Leadership
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
Volunteerism was and remains the backbone
of local community development. However
with the growing professionalism of the
sector there is an increasing need for more
knowledge and skills. This course seeks
to build the capacity of those working
(paid & unpaid) in the community sector
Course Aims
This course aims to facilitate the development
and empowerment of the course participants
and to enhance their leadership skills.
Content
Module 1
Introduction to Community
Development Studies
Module 2
Working with Groups
Module 3
Social Analysis for Community Studies
Module 4
Project planning for community development
̍̍ Participants must be community activists
and preferably be working with groups
in a facilitation or leadership role
̍̍ Essays & Project work
Course Duration
Fee
€950
How To Apply
See page 16
34–35
Staff profile
Fearga Kenny
Fearga Kenny has over twenty-five years
experience in education specialising in
adult education and working with mature
students. Following her degrees in
Psychology and Statistics, Fearga became
involved in community development
initially as a volunteer and then returning
to education as a mature student
to gain qualifications in community
development and facilitation. She works
for a number of organisations including
NUI Maynooth and the Open University.
In NUI Maynooth, she delivers courses in
Psychology and Community Development
and Leadership for the Department
of Adult and Community Education.
She is also involved in delivering
modules on other courses including
the Foundation Return to Learning
Certificates in both Arts and Science.
I returned to learning by taking part
in the Community Development and
Leadership Certificate course in Leixlip
it was the best move I have made as it
opened up a whole new world to me. I
have since completed my first yearof the
BA in Community Studies in Maynooth.
Returning to learning can be daunting
but the support from tutors, the
Adult Education Department, Library
staff and most importantly your
fellow students is wonderful.
Anne Marie O Reilly
̍̍ Cert in Adult and
Community Education
Courses that compliment Community
Development and Leadership
̍̍ Cert Addiction Studies
̍̍ Cert in Psychology
Location
Contact
Time
Inchicore/Bluebell
01 450 5396
Check with venue
Counselling Skills
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
We live in changing and challenging times.
Many of the ways we had of making sense of
the world and our place in it are under threat.
As a consequence, many of us are having to
reconsider how we live in the world and how
we support ourselves and each other through
these changes. Change is challenging, we
are forced to let go of the familiar, however
it is also an opportunity to seek new ways
of being in relationship with ourselves,
our community and the wider setting.
Course Aims
The course seeks to provide you with:
̍̍ a deeper appreciation of the emotional
impact of life events on individuals.
̍̍ an understanding of the importance of
being present to others in their difficulties.
̍̍ an understanding of the centrality of
relationships in human development.
̍̍ a deeper appreciation of how you
function, behave and reflect in
relationships in a group setting.
̍̍ an understanding of the notion of
counselling skills and how they can
enhance our communication.
̍̍ the capacity to identify and to
demonstrate key listening skills within
appropriate models and frameworks.
36–37
Content
Introductory Module
̍̍ Introductions
Module 3
Special issues in counselling
̍̍ Course outline and course principles
This module will involve a group
research project on topics such as
̍̍ Assessments and Assignments
̍̍ Change and transition
Module 1
Skills and modules of counselling
̍̍ Bereavement
̍̍ Definitions of counselling
skills and counselling
̍̍ Difference between the exercise
of counselling skills, counselling
and related activities
̍̍ Depression
̍̍ Loss
̍̍ Addiction
Module 4
Personal development
̍̍ Principles of counselling and core conditions
̍̍ Awareness of self and listening skills
̍̍ Communication skills and
blocks to communication
̍̍ Values clarification
Module 2
A framework for counselling
̍̍ Basic models of counselling
̍̍ Interviews involving counselling skills: setting
boundaries, confidentiality, contracts
̍̍ Using counselling skills in nontherapeutic settings
̍̍ Ethical issues in the use of counselling skills
̍̍ Prejudices
̍̍ On-going negotiation of the
impact of the course
Module 5
Groupwork
̍̍ Patterns in groups
̍̍ Group dynamics and process
̍̍ Individual autonomy and
collective responsibility
̍̍ Awareness of oneself in groups
̍̍ Encouraging ‘here and now’ dialogue
̍̍ Please note that the content may vary
in response to participants’ needs
Participants must be 21 years or over.
85% minimum attendance
Issues To Consider Before Applying
Other than the age requirement stated
above, there is no formal selection
procedure. However, we strongly
recommend that you seriously consider
the following before applying:
At the end of Semester 1 the following
assignments will be completed:
̍̍ Counselling skills interview
On the course you will be expected to:
̍̍ Have a satisfactory level of maturity and
self-responsibility as evidenced by your
capacity to reflect on relationships
̍̍ Be willing to engage with group
activities and group learning
̍̍ Have a level of literacy that will enable
you to complete the assignments (see
under assessment procedure )
̍̍ Have a commitment to learn through
dialogue and reflection on experience
̍̍ Have an openness to explore
interpersonal challenge and conflict.
Should you have any difficulty in deciding
whether or not to apply for the course,
please contact Kay Loughlin at 01 708 6062,
kay.loughlin@nuim.ie to discuss your
application. However, responsibility for
the decision remains with the applicant.
̍̍ Personal statement based on the
Learning Journal (1,000 words).
At the end of the Course the following
assignments will be completed:
̍̍ Essay (1,500 words)
̍̍ Counselling skills interview
̍̍ Group Research Project
̍̍ Personal statement based on the
Learning Journal (1,000 words).
Course Duration
The course is 100-hours over one academic
year. It may consist of 25 x 3-hour
sessions together with 4 Saturdays,
or 20 x 3-hour sessions together with
6 Saturdays. For specific information
please contact the relevant venue.
38–39
Fee
€1,150 – €1,292 (depending on centre)
Counselling Skills
̍̍ Certificate in Addiction Studies
How To Apply
See page 16
̍̍ Certificate in Psychology
All courses will involve 4–6 Saturdays.
Each centre will have these dates
available on the first night of the class.
NB. It is important to emphasise that
this is not a therapeutic course. It does
not offer a professional qualification in
counselling. The course will be of special
interest to those who are involved (paid or
unpaid) in working with people, especially
those in the caring professions.
Contact
Kay Loughlin at 01 708 6062
Location
Contact
Time
Ballsbridge College
of Further Education
01 668 4806
Tues 6–9pm
Bray, Institute of Further Education
01 286 6111
Mon 7–10pm
Clane, Scoil Mhuire
045 86 8255
Thurs 7–10pm
Donahies Community School,
Donaghmede
01 847 3522/
01 848 2217
Wed 7–10pm
Kilkenny Campus (NUI Maynooth)
056 777 5910
Wed 7–10pm
Ennis Clare Education Centre
065 684 5500
Tues 6–9pm
01 708 6062
Thurs 7–10pm
Old Bawn Community School
01 452 6137
Tues6.45–9.45
Creative Writing
for Publication
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
This course will give participants a
practical grounding in the writing of
fiction and creative non-fiction for
publication. The course allows students
to work with professional writers who
will act in a mentoring capacity. The
practical emphasis will help students
to progress towards producing work of
publishable standard and marketing it.
Course Aims
̍̍ To develop creative writing skills.
̍̍ To cultivate a disciplined approach to writing.
̍̍ To develop students’ skills in critically
assessing their own and others’ work.
̍̍ To provide an understanding of
the economics and structure of
the publishing industry.
Content
Module 1
Writing: Creative Non-fiction
Module 2
Publishing Industry Awareness
Module 3
Writing: Short Story
Module 4
Writing: the Novel
Workshop material will be circulated by email.
Applicants must be 21 or over, and have
the capacity to complete a course at this
level. Participants are asked to submit
a short piece of no more than 100 words
on why they want to do this course.
In order to facilitate the better organisation
of workshop time, please indicate also
on your application whether you are
(a) a beginner in terms of creative writing;
(b) whether you have previously attended
creative writing workshops and
(c) whether you have had work published.
40–41
The development of editing and critiquing
skills are essential for creative writing.
Student interaction and engagement
with each other’s work guided by
experienced writers and lecturers is aimed
to provide a supportive environment
for the development of these skills.
A piece of creative work will be required
for each writing module (short story,
novel excerpt, non-fiction)
Publishing Industry Awareness: students
will prepare a publisher submission for a
body of work in one of the above genres.
Course Duration
Maynooth, Please note the following:
For venues other than Maynooth please
How To Apply
See page 16
Staff profile
John MacKenna
John MacKenna is a lecturer, writer
and former Senior Producer in RTE Radio
1. His radio work includes a large number
of documentaries, one of which – How the
Heart Approaches What it Yearns – on
the work of Leonard Cohen, won a Jacobs
Radio Award. He is the author of fifteen
books – novels, short-stories, memoir,
biography and poetry and has won the
Hennessy Award; the C Day Lewis Award
and the Irish Times Fiction Award. He
teaches in the Departments of Adult
and Community Educaiton and English
and Media Studies at NUI Maynooth.
22nd August 2014
Start Date
25th September 2014
Fee
€950
Location
Contact
Time
Kilkenny, NUIM Campus
056 777 5910
Check with venue
01 708 6062
Thurs 6.30–9.30pm
Directing for Theatre
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
The Certificate in Directing for Theatre
is a practical course taught by Irish
professional directors. It focuses on
methods, tips and techniques, application
of theory and practice. This course is aimed
at the following potential students.
̍̍ Mature students who wish to train for
the theatre industry in Ireland and who
would like to be prepared for further
study in the field of directing.
̍̍ Those who wish to explore the field to
discover if they wish to make a career in it. In
this sense the Certificate serves as a skillsbased training course for new directors.
̍̍ Those in the amateur youth theatre
and community theatre sectors, who
wish to formalise their experience into
specific training, acquire accreditation
and gain additional skills by doing so.
̍̍ Those who are emerging directors in the
professional theatre and who wish to gain
specific skills and to acquire accreditation.
Course Aims
̍̍ To introduce students to the basics
of directing for theatre
̍̍ To prepare students for further
study in directing for theatre
Content
̍̍ Working with actors
̍̍ Introduction to Stanislavski
̍̍ Introduction to Viewpoints
̍̍ Actioning and working with text
̍̍ Devising new material for performance
̍̍ Introduction to Physical Composition
and Movement Theory
̍̍ Site specific and site-responsive theatre
̍̍ Scene study
̍̍ Physical Comedy
̍̍ Auditioning and Rehearsal
42–43
Participants must be 21 years or over and
have the capacity to complete a course at
NUI certificate level. They must also have
the capacity to direct a public performance
during the course of the year and so access
to performers would be an asset.
̍̍ Write a short critical reflection on the
process of devising new material.
Tutors
The course is coordinated by
Peter Hussey (Artistic Director of
Crooked House). Additional Tutors are
Annie Ryan (Artistic Director of the Corn
Exchange), Jo Mangan (Artistic Director
of Performance Corporation), John
O’Brien (Company Manager of Guna Nua),
Annabelle Gomyn (Artistic Director of
Hatch Theatre Company) and Louise Lowe
(Artistic Director of Anu Production).
̍̍ In order to pass the course students
must have an 85% attendance record.
Continuous assessment
̍̍ Students will keep a Learning Journal in
which they will record and critically reflect
on their learning, brought about by this
course. They will then write an essay
based on this journal and submit it.
̍̍ Major Directing Project – each student will
be expected to direct a piece of theatre
that is more than 30 minutes long and
less than 70 minutes long. This should
be filmed and the DVD submitted.
̍̍ Students should also keep a Directors’
Log as part of this assignment.
̍̍ Devising presentation. Students
devise in groups a short performance.
This happens in class time.
̍̍ Students direct a 10 minute scene. This
is filmed and the DVD submitted.
̍̍ Students write a short Scene Analysis
based on their 10 minute piece above.
Course Duration
100 hours part-time over one year, on two
Saturdays per month, from September to May.
12th September 2014
Start Date
27th September 2014
Fee
€950
Venue
The Lab, Foley Street, Dublin 1.
(Beside Connolly Train Station)
Information
info@crookedhouse.ie or 087 275 9420
Registration
Contact kay.loughlin@nuim.ie or 01 708 6062
Disability Studies
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
This course is designed to examine current
models of disability. It will critically
evaluate issues of oppression, power and
gender and explore barriers to inclusion
experienced by persons with a disability.
Course Aims
̍̍ To examine theoretical
perspectives of disability
̍̍ To develop the Independent Living Philosophy
̍̍ To examine a rights based
approach to disability
Content
Module 1
Study Skills & Student Support
Module 2
Models of Disability
Module 3
Equality & Advocacy
Module 4
Social Analysis & Environment
Elective
Sexuality & Relationships
̍̍ Experience of working in the field of disability
̍̍ Have adequate skills to participate
fully in a NUI Certificate level course
̍̍ Openness to reflect on one’s own
practice, attitudes and beliefs
̍̍ Commitment to learning in a group setting
44–45
Staff profile
Paul Fagan
Paul worked as a Disability Officer for
a large London Council for a number
of years before establishing a training
consultancy in 1985. He has worked both
in Ireland and in Europe and delivered
hundreds of training courses in the
area of disability equality. He is also the
author of a Human Rights Paper on the
Rights of Disabled People in Europe.
̍̍ Participation in class
̍̍ Assignments/Projects
Course Duration
100 hours part-time over one year.
Fee
€950
How To Apply
See page 16
Paul is involved with promoting selfadvocacy and works with pan impairment
groups in the area of self-determination,
equality and rights. As part of this work he
is committed to the right for People with
Disabilities to live independently and is
director for the Centre for Independent
Living Carmichael House. Paul has
worked for the Department of Adult and
Community Education NUI Maynooth
and delivered the NUI Certificate in
Disability Studies for the past nine years.
Disability Studies
̍̍ Cert in Addiction Studies
̍̍ Cert in Counselling skills
̍̍ Cert in Equality Studies
Location
Contact
Time
Dublin
01 873 0455
Check with venue
Donegal
074 912 8945
Thurs 10.00–4.00
Cavan Institute
049 437 7940
Check with venue
Local History
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
This Certificate level course is offered
by the Department of Modern History,
NUI Maynooth. The course examines the
‘local dimension of Ireland’s past’.
Content
Module 1
̍̍ An introduction to academic and
community-based local history in Ireland
Course Aims
The course aims to provide participants
interested in local history with an opportunity
to obtain formal training in the subject.
This course sets out to provide students
with a methodological approach to the
research and writing of local history.
̍̍ Contemporary developments and
challenges in the field of local history
̍̍ Comparative traditions in other countries
Module 2
̍̍ Introduction to primary and
secondary sources
̍̍ Guidelines for critical appraisal of sources
̍̍ Guidance on location and consultation
of selected major sources
Module 3
Presenting Local History:
̍̍ Writing conventions
̍̍ Oral/visual presentations
̍̍ Fieldwork
46–47
Applications for this course are
approved by the Department of
Modern History, NUI Maynooth
22nd August 2014
̍̍ Participants are required to hold an
interest in local history together with an
indication of capacity for the course
Start Date
To be confirmed
Fee
€950
How To Apply
See page 16
Course Duration
̍̍ BA Local Studies
Location
Contact
Time
01 708 6062
Tues 6.15–8.00pm
Performance
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
This Certificate level course is designed to
provide an introduction to actor-training for
amateur actors that they can bring back to
their local groups, and is also designed as
a first step for those who would like to ‘try
out’ or experience acting before investing
in further study or training in the area.
Course Aims
̍̍ Introduce students to the basics
of acting and performance
̍̍ Prepare students for further study
in acting and performance
̍̍ Introduce a variety of acting methods,
including performing Shakespeare
̍̍ Assist people to build confidence and
competencies in public presentations
Content
Module 1
̍̍ Acting: Developing Performance Skills
Using activities, tasks, text and discussion
we will aim to develop: confidence and
presence; commitment to action; using
failure, and trial, as learning tools; critical
self-assessment; action-research and
self-directed learning; awareness of
image, voice and identity as a performer.
Module 2
̍̍ Acting: Performing Classical work
Using scenes and monologues from
Shakespeare and others we will aim to
develop: vocal technique; verse speaking;
character creation; actioning dialogue;
understanding intentions and objectives;
and aiming for truth in performance.
Module 3
̍̍ Acting: Introduction to Movement
Using physical exercises we will aim to
develop; kinaesthetic confidence; positive
self-image; non-verbal performances;
and introduce a number of movement
techniques for performance.
Module 3
̍̍ Acting: Introduction to Devising
Using multiple structures for devising we
will aim to create several short performance
pieces and develop an understanding of
truth, realism and character in performance.
48–49
Course Duration
100 hours part-time over 1 year
̍̍ They must have the capacity to complete
a course at NUI Certificate level
Fee
€950
̍̍ They should be prepared to engage in
movement and active classroom learning
̍̍ They should be prepared to attend a
minimum of 85% of the course.
̍̍ Continuous assessment: students will
keep a Learning Journal (in written, taped,
or video/DVD format) in which they will
record and critically reflect on their
learning brought about by this course.
̍̍ Collaborative project work 1: Students will
research, make and present a movementbased, non-verbal performance lasting
between 5 and 10 minutes. This will
occur in class during the course.
̍̍ Collaborative project work 2: Students will
research, make and present a devised piece
of theatre lasting between 5 and 10 minutes.
This will occur in class during the course.
̍̍ Solo presentation: students will prepare
and present two monologues from
Shakespeare or his contemporaries; and
one modern monologue. The presentations
will occur at the end of the course, and
each will last no more than 3 minutes.
How To Apply
See page 16
Staff profile
Peter Hussy
Peter Hussey is the Course Director. Peter
Hussey is Artistic Director of Crooked
House Theatre Company. He is a writer,
director and drama facilitator. He has
been a contributor to programmes at
NUI Maynooth since 1989, principally
with the department of Adult and
Community Education, and also with the
department of Applied Social Studies.
He is an arts consultant, and a trainer in
education and youth arts, having worked
in Ireland and abroad for over 20 years
Location
Contact
Time
Kilkenny, NUIM Campus
056 777 5910
Check with venue
Psychology
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
This Certificate level course is designed to
provide participants with the opportunity
to develop an understanding of psychology
and to explore its relevance to the
individual, family, community and society.
Course Aims
The course aims to introduce participants
to the main psychological theories
and examine their contribution to the
development of the discipline.
Content
Module 1
Introduction to Psychology and Study Skills
Overview of what psychology consists
of, its history and study skills.
Module 2
The Biological Basis of Behaviour
Most behaviour is rooted in our biology;
this module considers the role of the brain
in sleep, sensation and perception.
Module 3
Learning and Feeling
This module focuses on how we learn,
remember and experience emotions.
Module 4
Personality
This module reviews the most important
theories of personality, and how personality
is assessed under each of these theories.
Module 5
The Development of the Individual
This module considers the early development
of the child from conception through to
thought, language and moral development.
Module 6
Introduction to Social Psychology
Key areas in social psychology such as
social perception, attitudes and prejudice
will be explored in this module.
Module 7
Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
This module introduces students to the
diagnosis, classification and treatment
models in abnormal behaviour.
Module 8
Introduction to Social Research Methodology
An introduction to the main techniques
involved in social research.
50–51
How To Apply
See page 16
̍̍ Have adequate skills to participate fully
in an NUI Certificate level course
̍̍ Essays
̍̍ Report based on Learning Journal
Course Duration
The best thing I ever did for my confidence
was to participate in a Psychology
Course run by Maynooth University.
I will admit I found it very daunting in
the beginning especially the writing
of essays and research proposals as I
completed my Leaving Certificate in
1978. The encouragement given to
us by our tutors is excellent and the
sense of achievement felt when the
course is completed is terrific. My only
regret is that I didn’t do it sooner.
Helen Donegan
Check with Venue
Courses which compliment
Psychology
̍̍ Certificate in Addiction Studies
Start Date
Check with Venue
̍̍ Certificate in Adult and
Community Education
Fee
€950
̍̍ Certificate in Counselling Skills
Location
Contact
Time
Cork
021 422 2100
Mon 7.00-10.00pm
Clane
045 868 255
045 868 121
Check with venue
Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
01 280 9676
Mon 7.00-10.00pm
Old Bawn, Dublin 24
01 452 6137
Thurs 6.45-9.45pm
Donahies Community
School, Dohaghmede
01 848 2217/
01 847 3522
Tues 7.00-10.00pm
Vita House, Roscommon
090 66 25898
Mon 7.30-10.00pm
Laois Third Level
057 8623161
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Lifelong Learning
in Palestine (LLIP)
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LLIP is a Tempus-funded project that began
in 2011. This project aims to develop Lifelong
Learning provision in formal and informal
networks across the West Bank and Gaza,
linking the work of universities to centres
outside of the university in civil society.
The project positions universities as central
influencers in broader societal change.
Seminars and workshops are used to develop
pedagogic partnerships in different settings,
facilitating a wide arrangement of adult
learning right across Palestinian society.
Palestinian institutions link innovative work in
Lifelong Learning to different regions in Europe
and the Arab world. LLIP works on cooperating
in formal and informal education and training
that strengthen existing connections and
foster the development of new organic
links to support a future learning society.
LLIP is exploring new student-centred
pedagogies that create a learning culture
that sees Palestinians determining their
own future as any other people around
the world and participating in the creation
of a global knowledge based society.
In addition to NUI Maynooth,
the project’s European Partners are:
University of Glasgow, University of Malta,
St Mary’s University College London. The
Palestinian University Partners are: University
of Birzeit, Islamic University of Gaza,
University of Al Quds, University of Bethlehem.
The non-university partners are:
Centre for Applied Research in
Education (CARE), Women Graduates
of the Islamic University of Gaza.
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NUI Certificate
Modular Programmes
These modular, part-time certificates are linked
with the part-time degrees in Local Studies and
Community Studies. They allow students to
select modules of particular personal interest
from those on offer each year and accumulate
credits towards the award of an NUI Certificate.
Programme 1
People Place & Heritage.............................................56
Programme 2
Culture & Society ..........................................................56
NUI Certificate Modular Programmes
Programme 1
People Place & Heritage
Programme 2
Culture & Society
Introduction
The NUI Modular Certificate Programme
allows students a chance to experience
subjects from nine different academic
departments across the Humanities and
Social Sciences. You will see that there
are two different subject streams.
Programme 1 PEOPLE, PLACE & HERITAGE
The subjects in this programme are brought
together from the departments of History,
Geography, Classics and Nua Ghaeilge. Modules
in this stream begin with the initials LS.
Programme 2 CULTURE AND SOCIETY
This programme allows students to
take modules from Adult Education,
Anthropology, Applied Social Studies,
Business and Sociology. Modules in this
stream begin with the initials CS.
On Campus Only
Commences
earlySept 2014
You will also notice modules beginning with
the initials CM this denotes they these are
Common Modules and people from both
streams can opt to register for these modules.
To be clear a module is a 24 hour block of
learning in which a particular topic is taught
and assessed. Classes are 2 hours long and
take place over 12 weeks (24 hours contact
time) from September to December and late
January to May each year. For each module
successfully completed the student will be
awarded 5 credits on the ECTS. When a student
has reached 20 ECTS they can seek the award
of the NUI Certificate in Culture and Society or
People Place and Heritage. Students may opt
to use the credits to continue to diploma or the
BA Local Studies or BA Community Studies.
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Below you will see some of the modules
that are scheduled for 2014-2015:
PEOPLE PLACE AND HERITAGE
LS01A + B Introduction to
Local History (20 ECTS)
To train students in the basics of local
history as a scholarly discipline.
Module Content
An introduction to local history; an
introduction to exemplary primary and
secondary sources for local history in
Ireland; the writing of local history in
accordance with scholarly convention.
Assessment
Total marks: 100%
A project of 10,000 words displaying the
capacity to use sources in a scholarly fashion
and to present findings coherently and in
accordance with stylistic conventions.
Pass Standard and any Special
Requirements for Passing Module: 40%
LS19 Ireland 1603–1800 (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
A survey of the history of
Ireland from 1603 to 1800
Module Content
The reign of James I; crisis and rebellion;
the Confederate wars; the Commonwealth;
the restoration and the Williamite wars;
Protestant power and patriotism; Jacobitism;
the Volunteers, Grattan’s parliament,
revolution, reaction and Union.
Assessment
Total marks 100%: Two-hour end-of-semester
examination 50%, Individual project 50%
LS2 Introduction to Maps and
Landscapes (10 ECTS)
Module Objective
To introduce spatial perspectives in local
historical studies; to explore basic concepts
in the geography of landscapes and place
by understanding the scope, purpose and
methods of maps and map-making.
Module Content
Map interpretation and geographical principles;
Survey techniques and cartographic methods;
Irish maps and mapping; History of mapping in
Ireland; Modern mapping and imagery creation;
Mapping applications and geographical theory.
Assessment
Total Marks 100% End of Semester
Assignment/Project 40%
Examination 60%
Pass Standard and Special Requirements
for Passing Modules: 40%
LS49 Kings, Goddesses and
Sovereignty (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
Students will develop a foundation knowledge
in early Irish kingship as presented in early
Irish literary sources and will consider this in
the context of key ‘Royal Sites’ such as Tara.
Module Content
This module will explore the concept of
kingship in early Irish literary sources with
particular reference to narratives associated
with figures such as Conaire Mór, Cormac mac
Airt and Níall Noígíallach. Female sovereignty
figures, like Queen Maeve, and their various
manifestations will also be studied. The
importance of the union between the goddess
and rightful king will be central to this
examination. Will include fieldtrips, e.g. Tara.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment 100%
LS32 Europe in the Nineteenth
Century (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
A survey of the history of Europe
from c.1785 to 1900
Module Content
The revolutionary epoch; romanticism,
liberalism, nationalism; the development of
industrial society; Europeans overseas.
CS2 Models of Community
Development (10 ECTS)
Module Objective
To introduce the principles of
community development and community
development processes.
Two-hour end-of-semester examination
50%, Individual project 50%
Module Content
Community development: its definition and key
concepts; applying community development
– theory and practice; formal and informal
community development models; models
of community development including case
studies. Critique frameworks for community
development models and processes
Assessment
Mid-semester
Assessment
Total marks 100%:
CULTURE AND SOCIETY
CM43 Philosophy of Adult
and Community Education (5 ECTS)
Module Content
Concepts and theories of adult and community
education. Introduction to key theorists in
adult and community education. Approaches
to research in adult and community education
Assessment
End of semester Written Assignment
(2,500–3,000 words) 100%
Report on Field Trip (1,000–1,500 words) 20%
Individual/Group Presentation 30%
End of semester Project
(3,000–4,000 words) 50%
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CS50 Youth and Community Studies (5 ECTS)
Module Objective:
To critically examine the concepts
of youth and community from a
personal sociological perspective.
CS05 Community Work: Principles
and Approaches (5 ECTS)
To examine principles underpinning
community work and to explore the range
of approaches to community work.
Module Content
An introduction to the key concepts, theories
and debates in the study of youth and of
community. What is youth, what is community,
sociology of youth, sociology of community,
key debates in community/youth studies,
major theoretical perspectives on youth/
community, young people in contemporary
society, communities in contemporary Ireland.
Module Content
Concepts and principles underpinning
community work; community work methods;
contribution of voluntary organisations
to community work; impact of state
policies on role of community work; range
of approaches to community work.
Assessment
Structured Assignment 100%
CS9 Psychology of Adult
Development (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
To critically explore the main areas
of psychology which are of particular
relevance to adult development.
Module Content
Freudian psychoanalysis; identity
development; stages of adult
development; feminist critique and
research; men & masculinity.
Assessment
End of semester Written assignment
(3,000 –4,000 words). 100%
Assessment
End of semester 100%
CS21B Adult and Community Education:
Policy and Practice (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
Students will develop an understanding of
current policy in Ireland in the field of adult and
community education. Students will become
familiar with the various formal / structured
programmes and initiatives currently provided
or planned by the statutory adult / second
chance education sector. Students will become
familiar with current policy re: assessment
and accreditation, with the role of the various
agencies involved in this area, and with existing
and proposed frameworks for progression and
transfer. Students will critique these policies,
programmes and initiatives in the light of
current adult and community education theory.
Module Content
Designed to familiarise students with
current trends and practice in the statutory
adult and community education sector in
Ireland. It will also enable students to place
these in the context of national policy,
and to critically reflect on both policy and
practice within the framework of current
theoretical approaches in the field.
Assessment
End of semester Written assignment
(3,000 –4,000 words). 100%
COMMON MODULES
CM01 Study Skills (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
To equip students with the requisite
knowledge and skills to study effectively
and present academic assignments
in an appropriate format.
Module Content
Learning and teaching styles; time
management and techniques for effective
learning; using texts, directories, library
reference systems; reading and recording
skills; writing skills; essays, reports, projects,
theses, reviews, articles; technical writing skills
Assessment
Written assignment (2,000 words)
Module must be passed before progressing
on to further elements of the Degree.
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CM62 Islam in Europe (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
To question Islam’s place in Europe
and consider why Islam is perceived
as being a threat to Europe.
Module Content
This module focuses on the place of Islam
in Europe. Islam has had a long tradition in
Europe and arguably significantly contributed
to contemporary European culture. It asks
questions relating to negative representations
the hijab, accounts of violence as being
representative of the essence of Islam and
the recent construction of Muslims as the
“others.” The module explores ideas about
“Europe” and Western representations of
Islam as the exotic orientalised “other.” It
explores the politicisation of religion and
questions the erasure of our Islamic heritage
form our historical record. On a broader
level, the module asks questions about
identity formation and the role that religion
plays within contemporary communities.
Assessment
100% End of course assignment.
CM25 Culture, Identity and the Media (5 ECTS)
Module Content
The evolution of the mass media (both old
and new) and issues of ownership and control,
production process and media content, and
media audiences. The current restructuring
of the media and culture industries in
Ireland, and across the European Union.
The outlook for public service broadcasting
The potential of the mass media to act as
an instrument of cultural integration.
Continuous Assessment Percentage
100% Pass Standard Percentage: 40%
CM15 Ireland 1800-Present (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
A survey of Irish history from 1800 to 2000
Module Content
Politics and constitutions; population and
economy; religion, culture, ideology
Assessment
Total marks 100%: Two-hour endof-semester examination 50%,
Individual project 50%
CM04 ICT for Research and
Learning Part A (5 ECTS)
Module Objective
The Information Technology module
is a step-by-step, hands-on course in
computer applications, online resources
and presentation skills for students.
Best thought of as technology versus
its usage – ECDL is to ‘driver theory
test’ as this course is to ‘driving’.
Assessment
Continuous assessment 30%
End of course project 70%
COSTS: Each 5 ECTS module costs €382
Transformative Engagement
Network (TEN)
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The TEN Hunger project is funded through
the Irish Aid / HEA Programme for Strategic
Cooperation. TEN has four partners –
Mzuzu University, Malawi; Mulungushi
University, Zambia; the Zambian Open
University, Zambia and NUI Maynooth.
As the project title suggests TEN aims
at transformative engagement between
practitioners, policy-makers, decision-makers
and the vulnerable rural communities in the
areas of climate change and food security.
The greatest impact of climate change is
felt by those who are already the poorest
in the world. It is a key factor that deepens
inequalities. Business as usual is not an option,
particularly for subsistence food producers.
Universities have a key role to play in
transforming the engagement processes
between the main players given their cross
scale interactions with important stakeholders.
As immediate outcomes TEN strives
to enhance and establish:
̍̍ Sustainable collaborative relationships
between the TEN partners
̍̍ Graduate training to enhance the
capacity of agencies to work with
vulnerable communities.
̍̍ Increased flows of transformative
knowledge and understanding among food
insecure rural communities and all levels
of the policy hierarchies affecting them.
̍̍ Strengthened agency of vulnerable
communities with respect to
policy-making and knowledge.
̍̍ Strengthened HEI capacities in
transformative research and promotion
of transformative capacities among
actors in food and climate change.
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NUI Professional
Development Courses
Our professional Development Courses have been
designed to inform and support people to reach
and maintain the highest standards of excellence
in the practice of their work. Students who have
undertaken these courses in the past have come
from the Health Professions, An Garda Síochána,
Private Enterprise, Addiction Services, Social Care,
VECs and other education and training providers.
NUI Certificate Adult Guidance,
Theory & Practice..........................................................66
NUI Certificate Communication
& Group Skills for Managers....................................68
NUI Certificate in Cultural
Heritage and Tourism...................................................70
NUI Certificate Equality Studies
in Training & Development (online).......................72
NUI Certificate Integrating Literacy................... 74
NUI Certificate Restorative Practice.................76
NUI Certificate Training
& Continuing Education..............................................78
NUI Diploma in Addiction Studies.........................80
NUI Diploma in Arts (Adult Guidance and
Counselling).......................................................................84
NUI Diploma Training & Development
(for Socially Inclusive Workplaces).......................88
NUI Professional Development Courses
Certificate in
Adult Guidance,
Theory & Practice
20
ECTS
Level 8
Course Aims
The course will address the needs of those
working in a guidance capacity with Adult
Learners, unemployed and disadvantaged
adults and those exploring career options.
It will introduce participants to models
of labour market, educational guidance
and will begin to explore the theoretical
principles which underpin good practice.
Participants will have a minimum of 6–8
months experience of working directly with
clients in an adult guidance and counselling
context. The course will be particularly suitable
for those who want to develop and enhance
their applied and theoretical understanding
of adult guidance and counselling and labour
market services. It will enable participants
to develop the appropriate skills and
knowledge to access the NUI Diploma in Arts
(Adult Guidance and Counselling) and NUI
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Adult Guidance
and Counselling)-subject to selection process.
Workshop Themes
̍̍ Adult Development and the Guidance process
̍̍ Models of Adult Guidance
̍̍ Applied Guidance Skills
̍̍ Support Systems, Contracts and Boundaries
̍̍ Change, Transition and Loss
̍̍ Understanding Aggression and Conflict
̍̍ Developing a Quality of Work Life
̍̍ Endings and Evaluation
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In addition to a minimum attendance of
80%, the following assessment methods
will be employed on the course:
̍̍ Essay
̍̍ Case Study
̍̍ Service Network Audit
̍̍ Interview
Participants will be expected to attend
all workshops and participate fully in
the group process and learning.
Course Duration and Delivery
The course will be delivered in an open
learning format incorporating home based
distance learning materials and workshops.
̍̍ Home based support materials = 100 hours
̍̍ Seven x 2 day workshops = 100 hours
Fee
€2,500
Location
NUI Maynooth
Application
Application and Brochure can be downloaded
from www.nuim.ie/adult-and-communityeducation or
Email: adultguidancecourses@nuim.ie
or call 01 708 3752 for further information
Certificate in
Communication & Group
Skills for Managers
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
NUI Certificate in Communication & Group
Skills for Managers will assist individuals
to develop effective leadership, facilitation
and communication skills in a work-based
environment. It is suitable for individuals
with no management/supervisory experience
who wish to further their career. It is also
appropriate for those individuals who
wish to develop their existing skills.
Content
Module 1
Personal Management Skills
Course Aims
To develop practical management
skills at an individual, group and
organisational level. To achieve this the
course comprises four modules.
Managing people is a key role of the
manager. This module covers such topics
as employee relations, performance
management and motivating people.
This module introduces the students to the
primary roles of the manager. Practical study
skills will also be covered during the module
to equip the students going forward.
Module 2
Managing Individuals
Module 3
Managing Groups
Groups and teams are of ever growing
importance to organisations today.
This module examines how groups are
developed, the dynamics within groups
and how groups and teams contribute
to organisation effectiveness.
Module 4
Managing Organisations
The final module addresses managing the
organisation. This involves managing change,
developing culture within organisations.
This module also examines the development
of and implememtation of strategy.
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over and be in a position to apply what
they are learning on the course.
̍̍ Assignments
Course Duration
Fee
€950 min. Check with venue.
How To Apply
See page 16
Contact
Kay Loughlin 01 708 6062
www.nuim.ie/adult-and-community-education
Certificate in
Cultural Heritage
& Tourism
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
The certificate in Cultural Heritage and
Tourism is designed to inform participants
about the culture and heritage of a specific
region in order to communicate this
information to various audiences of both
Irish and international tourists. This course
will enhance the relative skills of individuals
who are presently employed in the tourism
sector or who have ambitions in that area. It
is also open to general interest students.
Course Aims
The course will aim to provide participants
with an in-depth knowledge of the heritage,
culture and history relevant to the designated
area. They will be introduced to research
methods and how to access and evaluate
sources for the study of local history,
family history and the built heritage.
Content
Module 1
Local and Family History
This module will provide participants with
training regarding the availability and location
of sources for the study of local and family
history in the designated counties; how to
access these sources (in repositories, on
line and so on); how to interpret them; and
how to critically appraise them. Sources
will include: census records; estate records;
land records (Registry of Deeds, Valuation
Office etc.); newspapers; church records;
education records; Famine records;
crime records; travellers’ accounts; trade
directories; parliamentary papers and so on.
Module 2
Cultural and Heritage Tourism:
Past, Present and Future
The aim of this module is to introduce
participants to the value of heritage sites in
the region, and to examine how they might
be presented to best advantage by those
responsible for their guardianship in the
twenty-first century. It explores strategies
for: (i) protecting and presenting heritage
sites according to best practice; (ii) utilising
sites as resources for cultural tourism.
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This module will feature guest lecturers
from the heritage and tourism industry in
the region, for example, heritage officers;
historic house owners and managers; those
involved in the management of gardens,
parks and landscapes; sites associated
with local historic figures and events.
It will place emphasis on why visitor
experience matters; what attracts tourists
to a particular region; best communication
practice with visitors; best practice in guiding;
presentation of historic sites; the importance
of stories; how to make the most of your site
whether of local or national importance.
Module 3
Project Planning and Development of
Tourism Events Management incorporating
Communication and Facilitation Skills
This module is designed to present an
overview of the knowledge and skills required
by a tourism project facilitator. Students
will learn a variety of skills required for
effective communication and production of
an Arts-related tourism or festival event.
Module 4
Introduction to Early Cultural Heritage
This module will provide a core understanding
of early cultural heritage and explore the
practical application of this knowledge in
cultural management and presentation.
Students will be introduced to the key
sources for archaeological and early
literary material as well as basic research
tools for accessing this information.
The balance between accuracy and
accessibility in the presentation of heritage
information and explanation will be assessed
in the context of field seminars examining
specific sites and landscapes. There
will be an emphasis on the utilisation of
accurate source material and interpretation
to provide an engaging and accessible
tourism experience of cultural heritage.
Participants must be 21 years of
age or over on 1 January 2014.
̍̍ Assignments
Course Duration
100 hours part-time over one year this
may include a number of Saturdays.
Fee
€1250
How To Apply
Contact Kay Loughlin
Tel: 01 708 6062
Email: kay.loughlin@nuim.ie
̍̍ Level 8 Cert in Adult and
Community Education
Courses that compliment this Cert
̍̍ Cert in Training and
Continuing Education
Certificate in
Equality Studies in Training
& Development (online)
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
The NUI Certificate in Equality Studies in
Training and Development will heighten
participants’ knowledge and understanding
of equality and diversity issues in order to
contribute to the development of socially
inclusive workplaces. The course will equip
practitioners with the competence to become
professional trainers in this challenging area.
Content
The five Units of the course resource materials
are presented in an open/flexible learning
format, supported by three days of workshops:
Course Aims
To provide participants with knowledge
and skills in the following areas:
Unit 3
Equality in a Diverse Ireland
̍̍ Reflective Practice
̍̍ Equality Issues in a Diverse Ireland
̍̍ Ability and Disability Issues
̍̍ Teaching and Learning
Unit 1
Academic & Personal Skills
Unit 2
The Shape of Irish Society
Unit 4
Ability and Disability
Unit 5
Teaching and Learning
over and be in a position to apply what
they are learning on the course.
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Assessment Requirements
̍̍ Course is aimed at practitioners in learning
and development or those with an interest
in learning about diversity and equality.
Course Duration & Delivery
Students meet together in 3 workshops
(dates to be announced) and participate
on line for the remainder of the course.
̍̍ Basic IT skills (NB Basic Computer Skills
are available immediately through
FÁS eCollege on www.ecollege.ie)
Fee
€950
̍̍ Access to a computer with Windows
2000 or above and broadband
internet access is essential.
̍̍ Commitment to self-directed learning.
̍̍ Attendance at 3 Workshops is Mandatory.
̍̍ Participants should be able to devote
approximately 6 hours a week to the course.
̍̍ Participation Online
̍̍ Portfolios
On Campus – NUI Maynooth
Friday 19th Sept 2014
How To Apply
For application forms and further
information, please contact:
Department of Adult and Community
Education, NUI Maynooth.
Tel: 01 708 6062 Fax: 01 708 4687
Email: equalitystudies@nuim.ie
Web: www.nuim.ie/adult-andcommunity-education
̍̍ Research Report
The Certificate in Equality
Studies combined with either
of the Certificates in Training and
Continuing Education or Adult and
Community Education plus one other
Please contact Kay Loughlin
(01) 708 6062 for further information.
Certificate in
Integrating Literacy
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
This course was developed in response
to demand for the integration of literacy
with training programmes. In some cases
individuals on training programmes may
not always have the required literacy level
to achieve successful completion of the
training. Some training programmes have
sought to address this issue by providing
separate tuition to enable the individual
to improve literacy skills. However, it is
proposed here that alongside separate
literacy tuition, literacy skills should be
integrated with the training. This integrated
approach proves rewarding and provides
added value for both the individual trainee
and the trainers. To be effective however, the
trainers need to develop specific skills. This
course offers participants an opportunity
to develop skills in order to integrate
literacy training into course delivery.
Course Aims
The aim of this course is to give participants
an understanding of literacy issues and
the knowledge and skills required to
integrate literacy development with other
subject areas. On completion of the course,
participants will be able to integrate basic
skill development into their work practices.
Content
The content focuses on the integration of
literacy and includes the following areas:
Context For Integration
̍̍ Definitions and Philosophies
̍̍ Experiences and Barriers
̍̍ The Tutor/Student Relationship
̍̍ The Reflective Practitioner
Skills Development
̍̍ An Integrative Approach to:
̍̍ Lesson Planning and Assessment
̍̍ Reading, Writing, Spelling and Numeracy
̍̍ Use of Materials
̍̍ Multiple Intelligences and Specific
Learning Difficulties
̍̍ Working with Groups and Teambuilding
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There are no formal academic entry
requirements. Participants must be 21 years
of age or over and be in a position to apply
what they are learning on the course. The
integration process will begin during the
course so it is essential that participants
are working as adult tutors or trainers. The
course is of relevance to tutors/trainers
and other adult educators who work with
students/ trainees with literacy difficulties.
Both individual and group applications
are invited; in particular we welcome
applications from organisations such as
Youthreach, Teagasc, CERT and NTDI.
Eight short assignments linked to course
sessions One essay (1800 words) based on a
Learning Journal Practical project (2500 words)
The course is conducted over 100 hours. It
is usually delivered in a series of two-day
training sessions within a six-month period.
Fee
€1200
Further Information
Contact Kay Loughlin Department of Adult and
Community Education, National University
of Ireland Maynooth, Maynooth, Co. Kildare
Tel: 01 708 6062
Fax: 01 708 4687
Staff profile
Patricia Murphy
BComm Degree, HDip in Education
(UCD), co-founder and organiser of The
Literacy Scheme (Kinsale, Co Cork),
and Coordinator and Core Tutor on The
Integrating Literacy Certificate Course
at NUI Maynooth. Patricia is on the
NALA Panel of Consultants for Literacy
Integration, and works as a Tutor Trainer
for Waterford Institute of Technology
and FETAC as an External Authenticator.
Patricia’s primary interest in Adult
Education is in developing methodologies
to enable teachers/lecturers to improve
their work practices. Her focus is
on Integrating Literacy seamlessly
into different subjects through
learner-centred approaches, linking
theory with practice. Participants/
students she works with range from
managers to tutors of a wide variety
of disciplines, (e.g. Woodwork,
Computers, English), at FAS, VEC and
other training centres nationwide.
She frequently researches Adult
Education from both an academic and
personal development perspective,
with a large interest in the psychology
of teaching and learning.
Certificate in
Restorative Practices
20
ECTS
Level 8
Introduction
What truly makes a particular response to
a “restorative” one is not so much a specific
practice or process, but rather its adherence
to a set of broad objectives that provide
a common basis for the participation of
parties how everyone in a community takes
responsibility for their actions and how a
community responds to an incident and its
consequences. The objectives of restorative
practice programmes have been stated in a
number of different ways, but essentially
contain the following key elements,victims
are given a voice, encouraging them to
express their needs, enabling them to
participate in the resolution process and
offering them assistance and informal
mechanisms for the resolution of disputes,
including mediation, arbitration and
customary justice or indigenous practices,
should be utilized where appropriate to
facilitate conciliation and redress for victims.
Drawing from both liberal and conservative
values, restorative practices cultivate a
society based on participation and mutual
self-reliance, where as citizens we take
greater responsibility for our own lives.
Course Aims
The course focuses on the theory, research
and practice of repairing and restoring
relationships, healing and changing behaviour
in the fields of Youth/Community, Justice,
Social Care and Peacemaking. Giving the
students an understanding of mediation
principles and how restorative practice
theory and restorative justice can be applied
within systems and the workplace.
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Content
Module 1
̍̍ Restorative Practice Philosophy,
Theory and Practice
Assessment:
̍̍ The first two modules will be
assessed through two assignments,
one carrying 40% of
̍̍ Introduction to Mediation,
listening skills and tools
̍̍ Restorative circles
̍̍ the module assessment and the second
carrying 60%. In the third module
60% of the marks will be awarded
for the written research project and
40% for the verbal presentation.
̍̍ Responding restoratively to those
who have been harmed and those
who have harmed others
100 hours. Blended learning,
workshops, lectures, on line.
Module 2
̍̍ Restorative Processes and
Youth Justice conferencing
Fee
€1,250
̍̍ Revenge, Forgiveness & apology
̍̍ Restorative Experiences
̍̍ Skills development
Module 3
̍̍ Creating and developing a
Restorative Organisation
̍̍ Systems Theory
̍̍ Project development and presentation
Further Information
Tel: 01 708 6062
Fax: 01 708 4687
Certificate in
Training & Continuing
Education
20
ECTS
Level 7
Introduction
The programme has been revised and
updated during 2013 in order to ensure that
it includes new developments in training
approaches. Participants attend a total of
4 days of Workshops over the entire course
period. You must attend all 4 Workshops.
Course Aims
̍̍ ensure that trainers have the essential
competencies necessary to meet the
training challenges that they are faced
with in today’s changing world;
̍̍ provide formal qualifications for those
involved in training and development;
̍̍ encourage those in training roles to update
themselves in new developments in training
methodology and delivery systems.
Content
The course is delivered in four units and
covers all the essential basic skills and
knowledge required by today’s trainer.
Unit 1
Assessing training and development needs
Systematic training, job analysis, the
learning process, the communication
process and giving feedback.
Unit 2
Designing a training programme
Training methods, training styles,
training aids, learning outcomes and
preparing a training programme.
Unit 3
Delivering training
Planning a training session, delivering
a training talk, training demonstration,
assessment method and e-learning.
Unit 4
Supporting the Learner
Socialisation, evaluation,
interpersonal behaviour, motivation
and giving supportive help.
Course Duration And Delivery
Participants attend a total of 4 days of
workshops spread over a twelve week
period. The course is run in several
locations throughout the country. It
is offered daytime and evenings.
There are no formal academic entry
requirements. However, participants must
be 21 years of age or over. It is desirable,
though not essential, that you currently
have a training role in some capacity.
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You will submit a portfolio of your work to
NUI Maynooth for assessment. Essentially
this portfolio will display your competence
in identifying, planning, implementing and
evaluating training. You are also required
to make a brief training presentation in the
company of an NUI Maynooth assessor. You
must also submit a written assignment on
some aspect of training and development.
Tutor support
Throughout the programme tutors are
always available to participants by phone,
fax or email. Email is an ideal way to send
drafts of your work to your tutor for
comment. Support is also available through
the NUI Moodle E-Learning system.
Fees
The cost of the course is €950 per participant.
All course materials are supplied.
Previous Knowledge and Experience
There are no formal education requirements
or selection procedures. However, it is
desirable to have some previous training
experience. It is also very desirable, that
you have an opportunity to carry out some
training during the time you are completing
the course. This gives you the chance to
try out your new learning which forms
the basis of some of your coursework.
Time Commitment
In addition to attending the course workshops,
you are required to spend about 6–10 hours
per week on your coursework. This is a big
time commitment. You should not proceed
with your application at this point in time,
if you feel that you are not in a position
to give that sort of time commitment to
the course over its 12-week duration.
How To Apply
For application forms and information,
please contact:
Tel 087 289 1672
Email adulted.trainthetrainer@nuim.ie
Course Locations
Course will commence at the following
locations in September and October 2014
NUI Maynooth
Kilkenny
Dublin North
Dublin South
Cork
The Certificate in Training and
Continuing Education combined
with either of the Certificates
Adult and Community Education in
or Equality Studies plus one other
Please contact Kay Loughlin
(01) 708 6062 for further information.
NUI Diploma in Arts
Addiction Studies
40
ECTS
Level 8 , One-year part-time course offered through NUI Maynooth
Introduction
This Diploma course will provide students
with an opportunity to advance their
knowledge and expertise in prevention
and intervention methodologies so
that they can respond effectively to
the challenges presented by drug
and alcohol misuse in Ireland.
This course will enable participants to:
̍̍ Develop a theoretical understanding of
substance misuse and related issues;
̍̍ Critically appraise current evidence
based practice in relation to
prevention and intervention;
̍̍ Locate substance misuse within its
social, political and cultural contexts;
̍̍ Explore personal and professional
issues as they pertain to work in
the area of substance misuse;
̍̍ Develop group-work and facilitation skills;
̍̍ Apply their learning to work,
vocational or community settings;
̍̍ Explore research methodologies that
are related to working with substance
misuse in a community setting;
̍̍ Develop skills in substance misuse
education and prevention.
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Content
This programme is offered in two parts,
with a combined total of 60 ECTS credits.
Part 1 carries 20 credits and leads to the
award of NUI Certificate in Addiction
Studies. Part 2 carries an additional 40
credits and will lead to the award of NUI
Diploma in Arts: Addiction Studies.
The modules for the Diploma
will include the following:
Group Work & Facilitation Skills/
Reflective Practice 7.5 Credits
a) The philosophy of adult learning processes
b) How to facilitate a learning group
in a wide variety of contexts, and in
particular in the area of addiction.
Prevention Education: Theory
& Practice 5 Credits
Students will:
̍̍ Examine current evidence based drug
and alcohol prevention strategies
̍̍ Identify the most appropriate
strategies to be applied in various
school and community settings
̍̍ Identify their own role within the
overall context of a comprehensive
community based response.
Intervention Skills 7.5 Credits
Students will:
̍̍ Critically reflect on current models of
best practice in relation to advising,
supporting and intervening with substance
misuse and other addictive behaviours
̍̍ Demonstrate a theoretical knowledge
and practical skills in motivational
interviewing and brief intervention
̍̍ Demonstrate a theoretical knowledge
and skills in assessment, care pathway
planning and making referrals.
Drug & Alcohol Policy 5 Credits
Students will:
̍̍ Critically evaluate public policy service
management as it relates to the
management of drug and alcohol problems
̍̍ Identify the role that key national agencies,
organizations and Government bodies
play in shaping drug and alcohol policy
̍̍ Analyse the impact of foreign policies
and international conventions on Irish
drug and alcohol policy making
̍̍ Identify and critically debate the main
components of current drug and alcohol
legislation, policies and strategies.
Social Capital And Social
Network Analysis 5 Credits
Students will develop a sociological
understanding of the importance of social
capital and social networks, together
with the role they play in understanding
and addressing issues of addiction.
Social Analysis: Theorizing Society 5 Credits
Students will be introduced to sociological
theory and the major schools of thought
and perspectives that shape our
understanding of contemporary society.
Community Engagement & Learning 5 Credits
Students will in critical and reflective
processes concerning one’s involvement
in social or community activities and
action, and to put together a descriptive
and reflective learning portfolio.
Course Duration
200 hours part-time over one year. This will
be delivered every Friday plus 1 Saturday
per month during the academic year.
Candidates for the Diploma must be 21 years or
over and have satisfactorily completed the NUI
Certificate in Addiction Studies (or equivalent).
Continuous assessment:
̍̍ Essays
̍̍ Projects
̍̍ Research reports
̍̍ Portfolio
̍̍ 85% Attendance
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Friday 6th June 2014.
Interviews will take place the week
beginning Monday 23rd June.
Start Date
12 September 2014
Fee
€2,350
How To Apply
Tel: 01 708 6062
Email: kay.loughlin@nuim.ie
Staff profile
Derek J Byrne MSc
Derek currently works as Prevention
and Intervention Officer with the
Clondalkin Drugs Task Force and is a
part-time member of staff with the
Education at NUI Maynooth.
Derek has co-ordinated the level 7
certificate in Addiction Studies as an
outreach programme since 2004 and
delivers workshops and lectures on the
Diploma in Addiction Studies as well
as some seminars in academic writing
for the Certificate in Disabilities.
He graduated from DCU in 1998 with an
honours degree in Humanities (English
and Human Development) having spent
most of his second year on a scholarship
to Oxford University where he studied
the Victorian Novel and Plato’s Republic.
In 2000 he graduated from Trinity College
Dublin with an MPhil in Ethnic and Racial
Studies and again in 2008 with an MSc
in Drug and Alcohol Policy. His other
areas of speciality are HIV/AIDS and
Blood Borne Viruses and Derek delivers
workshops on these subjects for the
UCD courses in Community Drugs Work
based at Merchant’s Quay Ireland.
Since entering the field of community
and drugs work in 2002, Derek has
worked for Dublin AIDS Alliance on
Parnell Square, Dublin 1 and Community
Response in the Liberties, Dublin 8.
NUI Diploma in Arts
Adult Guidance and Counselling
60
ECTS
Level 8, Two year part-time course offered through NUI Maynooth.
Introduction
The Diploma in Arts (Adult Guidance
and Counselling) is designed to serve
as a training course for people working
with adults in a guidance counselling
setting, providing information, advice
guidance and placement services.
Course Content
The course will seek to develop a
critical awareness for participants
of their professional role by:
̍̍ Developing their knowledge of
the theoretical field of Adult
Guidance and Counselling
The emphasis of the course is on the
development of the key communication and
relationship skills and competencies that
underpin the practice of Adult Guidance.
The course also aims to work towards the
development of an understanding of core
concepts and ideas concerning marginalisation,
exclusion and adult career development.
̍̍ Facilitating the exploration of issues of
marginalisation and exclusion as they relate
to employment and unemployment;
The personal development and self awareness
of the participants underpins the course.
Graduates from this programme
are eligible for membership of the
Institute of Guidance Counsellors.
̍̍ Enabling participants to develop key
skills and competencies involved
in working with clients.
Year 1
Case Review and Professional
Development 1 AD02FA
Content to include
̍̍ To offer an opportunity to reflect on
casework in the light of course material
̍̍ To provide an opportunity to
integrate theory and practice
Learning outcomes to include
̍̍ Enhanced self-concept and self-awareness
in terms of professional practice
̍̍ A capacity to apply theory to practice
̍̍ A familiarity with a supervisory model
of professional development
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Skills 1 AD02DA
Content to include
̍̍ Core communication and interpersonal
approaches and skills.
̍̍ Models of guidance and counselling.
̍̍ Reflective practice in
professional development.
̍̍ The capacity to establish a professional
relationship with clients in terms of
contract setting and boundary setting.
̍̍ A capacity to engage in reflexivity
around client issues.
̍̍ A capacity to reflect on own practice
in the light of models of guidance.
Theoretical Perspectives in Adult
Guidance and Counselling AD02GA
Content to include
̍̍ The Psychology of Adult Development:
Implications for Facilitating Change
̍̍ Work and Unemployment
̍̍ Sociological and Psychological Models
of Vocational Development
̍̍ An exploration of the role of
information and information technology
in Career decision making
̍̍ Familiarity with core concepts and theories
of Group Facilitation Skills practice
in the context of Adult Guidance
The Reflective Learner and
Reflective Practice 1 AD02EA
Content to include
̍̍ Introduction to Adult Learning theories
̍̍ Presentation and Writing skills
̍̍ Reflective Practice and Experiential Learning
̍̍ Capacity to take responsibility
for oneself as a learner
̍̍ Capacity to set and meet
appropriate learning goals
Year 2
Case Review and Professional
Development 2 AD02FB
Content to include
̍̍ To give and receive feedback
on professional practice
̍̍ To establish a professional support network
̍̍ Principles of information storage
and retrieval in Adult Guidance
̍̍ To critically reflect on ethical practice
̍̍ Theories and Approaches
to Group Facilitation
̍̍ A familiarity with a supervisory model
of professional development
̍̍ A capacity to apply psychological,
counselling and vocational models to
one’s own experience and practice
̍̍ An understanding of issues relating to
work and unemployment in the context
of current labour market trends
̍̍ Capacity to reflect critically
on one’s own practice
̍̍ Capacity to reflect on the emotional and
psychological dynamics and demands
of interacting in a group setting
Skills 2 AD02DB
Content to include
̍̍ Advanced core communication and
interpersonal approaches and skills.
̍̍ Advanced models of guidance
and counselling.
̍̍ The capacity to maintain a
professional relationship
̍̍ Use of advanced communication skills
underpinning the guidance process.
̍̍ A capacity to critique oneself
professionally and ethically.
Integrating Theory and Practice in Adult
Guidance and Counselling AD02B
Content to include
̍̍ Experiential group work from a
Psychodynamic Perspective
̍̍ Organisation Systems and Dynamics
̍̍ Key Psychometric tests and their
application in Adult Guidance
̍̍ New and Emerging Issues in Adult Guidance
̍̍ Humanistic, Psychodynamic and Cognitive
Behavioural Approaches to Counselling
̍̍ Capacity to reflect on the emotional and
psychological dynamics and demands
of interacting in a group setting
̍̍ Familiarity with key theories and
approaches to Counselling
̍̍ Familiarity with organisation theory in terms
of structure, culture and development
̍̍ Familiarity with key psychometric texts
and their application in Adult Guidance
̍̍ Capacity to apply models of best
practice to working with marginalized
groups in Adult Guidance
Research Methodologies in Adult
Guidance and Counselling AD02C
Content to include
̍̍ Qualitative Research Methods
̍̍ Applied Research and Evaluation Techniques
̍̍ Reflexivity in Qualitative research
design and implementation
̍̍ A critical appreciation of different
models of qualitative research design
and implementation in the field of
̍̍ Production of a Research Dissertation
The Reflective Learner and
Reflective Practice 2 AD02EB
Content to include:
̍̍ Advanced Adult Learning theories
̍̍ Journaling as Reflexive learning method
̍̍ Presentation, Writing and Research skills
̍̍ Reflective Practice and Experiential Learning
̍̍ Capacity to take responsibility
for oneself as a learner
̍̍ Capacity to set and meet
appropriate learning goals
̍̍ Capacity to reflect on the development
of professional identity
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Course Duration
The Diploma is delivered part-time over two
years in an open learning format, incorporating
e-learning material, and workshops. The
workshops will be provided over 2 x 3 days and
6 x 2 day sessions each year and one summer
week-long psychometric testing workshop in
Year 1. Participants will be expected to attend
one workshop per month. Workshops will take
place on Thursday/Friday – 9.30a.m. – 5.00p.m.
Admission Requirement
̍̍ Applicants will be expected to have
a minimum of two years’ experience
working with adults in a developmental
setting and be seeing a minimum
of 6 clients on a regular basis
̍̍ Applicants should have participated in
training courses or workshops in the area of
guidance, counselling and self awareness;
̍̍ Interview with Staff in the Department
Assessment Methods
A range of assessment methods will
be used on the course as follows:
̍̍ Skills Application: Twice a year
participants are required to submit a
taped interview together with a written
commentary. Participants’ skills will
be monitored on an ongoing basis.
̍̍ Portfolio: A portfolio of home
based learning activities
̍̍ Essay/Research: One essay over the
course and a research project.
̍̍ Self and Peer Assessment: A learning
statement at the end of each year
̍̍ Case Presentation: Two Case
Studies presented to peers
̍̍ Attendance 80%.
Further Details
Closing date for applications: 30th April 2014
Interviews will be held on 14th
and 15th May 2014
Applications online www.pac.ie
using PAC code MHA57
As part of the on-line PAC application, please
submit your additional questions electronically.
Please also submit two academic reference
and official transcripts to PAC
If you would like to discuss your
application and/or to speak with a
graduate of the programme please
contact Breda Gibney at 01 708 3752 or
email adultguidancecourses@nuim.ie
Fees
The course fee for 2014/5 has yet
to be determined. The current fee is
€3,512 per year (for EU citizens). There
will be an additional charge of €350 in
Year 1 for psychometric testing.
Modules
For a fuller description
of the content, learning outcomes and
assessment methods please go to :
NUI Diploma in Arts
Training & Development
(for socially inclusive workplaces)
60
ECTS
Level 7
Background
The NUI Diploma in Training and Development
for Socially Inclusive Workplaces is aimed
at adult educators and trainers who
work to promote social inclusion in the
workplace. The emphasis is on best practice
in inclusive education and training.
The Diploma course builds on two required
NUI Maynooth Certificates – Equality Studies
in Training and Development and either Adult
and Community Education or Training and
Continuing Education (2 years in total).
Students are also required to hold a third
certificate from the following options: Adult
Guidance Theory and Practice, Addiction
Studies, Community Development and
Leadership, Disability Studies, Integrating
Literacy or Counselling Skills.
Students who hold the three named
certificates are eligible to apply to attain
the Training and Continuing Education
(for Socially Inclusive Workplaces).
Course Objectives
Students have already achieved the primary
course objectives detailed below and have
also successfully completed the assessment
as part of the three certificate combination.
̍̍ Facilitate inclusive processes for
assessing training needs
̍̍ Design inclusive education and
training programmes
̍̍ Deliver education and training inclusively
̍̍ Support the learner
̍̍ Address equality issues in general
and disability issues specifically
̍̍ Understand equality legislation as it
relates to education and training
̍̍ Be skilled in the area of critical learning
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Course Requirements
See table below.
Fee
€150
How To Apply
Please tick the 2 required certificates and
tick one from the following list below. If you
meet the above requirements please send
this page alongside your application on page
103 and cheque made payable NUI Maynooth
(DTD1) for €150 and we will contact you.
Kay Loughlin Continuing Education,
NUI Maynooth, North Campus,
Education House, Maynooth
Tel: 01 708 6062
Required
Certificates
Training and
Continuing
Education p78
or Adult and
Community
Education p32
Equality Studies
p72
40 Credits
Plus one of the
following options
̍̍ Addiction Studies p30
̍̍ Adult Guidance, Theory
and Practice p66
̍̍ Community Development
and Leadership p34
̍̍ Communication and Group
Skills for Managers p68
̍̍ Counselling p36
̍̍ Disability Studies p44
̍̍ Integrating Literacy p78
20 credits
Diploma in Training and
Development – Level
7 Socially Inclusive
Workplaces p88
60 credits
The Age-Friendly
Communities (AFC)
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The AFC project is an Ireland/Wales
INTERREG project which started in April
2011 and will conclude in March 2014.
Demographic change across the European
Union is characterised by an increase of
older people within society which reinforces
the need to build and maintain strong
communities. AFC aims to address, in a
sustainable way, the issues created by
demographic change through supporting the
development of cohesive intergenerational
communities in Wales and Ireland.
The project partnership is composed of
five organisations, including three Welsh
Local Authorities (Conwy, Anglesey and
Pembrokeshire), Kilkenny County Council in
Ireland and the Irish not-for-profit national
organisation The Ageing Well Network working
with Kildare Local Authority. The Department
of Adult and Community Education NUI
Maynooth is represented on the project
steering committee as an external expert.
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NUI Degree
Programme
Our Evening Degrees (Level 8) are offered on
campus. They combine modules from across
nine of the university’s academic departments
from the faculties of Arts and Social Sciences.
These include Adult and Community Education,
Anthropology, Applied Social Studies, Business,
Classics, Nua Ghaeilge, Sociology, Geography,
and History. Two programmes are offered:
BA in Local Studies or BA Community Studies.
Bachelor of Arts (Modular evening part-time)
(Honours – Level 8)
BA Local Studies 01 708 4587 / 708 3948
BA Community Studies 01 708 4587 / 708 3948
NUI Degree Programme
BA Local Studies
BA Community Studies
MH803 Part-time, Level 8 Honours
Introduction
The National University of Ireland Maynooth
offers modular part time honours degrees
in Local Studies and Community Studies.
These evening programmes were developed in
response to the demand for inter-disciplinary,
flexible progression routes for adult to
degree level. With such innovative features
as flexible delivery, modularisation, credit
accumulation and recognition of accredited
prior learning, students may advance in a
systematic and learner friendly way towards
a primary degree. Modules are offered in the
evening to facilitate adults who are unable
to attend on a full-time basis during the day.
They represent a further expansion of NUI
Maynooth provision for mature students.
Structure of the Degree Programmes
Over a five year cycle of delivery the
following two programmes are provided:
Programme 1 Local Studies
Programme 2 Community Studies
Students on the degree may choose to follow
either the Local Studies (LS) programme or
the Community Studies (CS) programme.
Common Modules (CM) means that ALL
STUDENTS can take this module.
The inter-disciplinary nature of the
programmes means that the various
University Departments have
responsibility for module delivery.
1. Local Studies
Participating Departments –
History, Geography, Classics, Nua
Ghaeilge, Sociology, Anthropology,
Adult & Community Education.
2. Community Studies
Participating Departments –
Adult & Community Education,
Applied Social Studies, Anthropology,
Sociology, Geography, History.
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Semesters
Each academic year has two semesters.
Semesters are blocks of fourteen weeks,
consisting of twelve weeks class contact
and two weeks study and examinations.
Each academic year on-campus is
typically structured as follows:
Semester 1
12 weeks class contact + 2 study weeks
Semester 2
12 weeks class contact + 2 study weeks
Summer Modules (Optional)
Monday-Friday full-time – 1 week
Lectures are offered over two nights
per week Tuesday and Wednesday.
Modules
Each programme is offered through modules.
A module is a ‘block’ of learning in which
a particular topic is taught and assessed.
Most modules are ‘stand alone’ and can be
studied as separate blocks. All modules carry
credits towards the degree. The modules of
study are delivered through a combination
of regular lectures, tutorials, presentations,
field courses and short summer schools.
The modules carry different credit
weightings as follows:
Module Credit
Class Contact Hours
5
24
Module Credit
Class Contact Hours
10
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The degrees are based on the accumulation
of credits. Students must accumulate
180 credits to successfully obtain their
degree. Credits are awarded on successful
completion of end of semester assessment.
The flexibility of the degrees means individuals
can accumulate a maximum of 20 credits
or a minimum of 5 credits per semester.
Recognition of Accredited Prior Learning
Accredited Prior Learning (APL) is considered
for exemption from specific programme
modules. NUI Maynooth courses and/
or accredited higher education courses
provided by other institutions and
successfully completed by applicants are
considered for APL. A University Committee
appraises the applications and credits are
awarded to individual students through
NUI Maynooth academic procedures.
A student can transfer a maximum
of 60 credits for APL.
Assessment and Awards
Each module on the degree programmes is
assessed. In general assessment methods
include assignments, project work,
written examinations and presentations.
All students must complete a thesis.
On accumulation of 90 credits (allowing for 30
APL credits) students will be awarded a NUI
Diploma in Arts (Local & Community Studies).
On achieving 180 credits the student is
awarded a BA Local Studies (Honours – Level 8)
OR BA Community Studies (Honours – Level 8).
NUI Degree Programme
Choosing a Path Through the Degree
Students on the degree may choose to
follow either the Local Studies programme
or the Community Studies programme.
However, students are not required to
make a final decision on which programme
they wish to follow until they have
successfully completed Semester 1.
Semester 1
In Semester 1 a student will be
expected to successfully complete
the common obligatory modules:
CM1 Study Skills & Student Support;
CM04 Information And
Communication Technologies For
Research And Learning Part A.
CM5 Introduction to Programmes: Local
Studies & Community Studies.
Please note the following:
̍̍ The Introduction to Information
& Communication Technologies
module assumes that students have
basic IT/word processing skills.
̍̍ Students who have previously achieved the
award of Diploma in Arts or a higher award
may apply for an exemption in Study Skills.
All students must successfully complete the
Common Introductory Modules in Semester 1.
Programme Selection
Local studies Or Community studies
In order to complete the degree
students are expected to:
̍̍ Choose sufficient modules from either the
Local Studies programme OR the Community
Studies programme to accumulate 180
credits for award of the degree;
̍̍ Complete a Thesis (20 credits)
as part of their programme.
Students must have completed 120
credits before registering for Thesis.
Student Support
Students on the part-time degrees have
access to all services and supports available
in the University, with the additional services
of a Student Support Officer. A Study Skills
and Student Support module is offered in
the first semester of the programme.
Applicants to the degree programmes should
be mature students, i.e. aged twenty-one years
or over by 1st January in the year of admission.
NUI Maynooth encourages applications from
adults who may not have completed second
level education. The number of places offered
will be restricted so it may not be possible to
offer places to all applicants in any one year.
Non-European Applicants
The University welcomes applications
from non-EU applicants. For information
regarding fees for non-EU applicants
visit the University’s webside at:
www.nuim.ie/international
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Language Proficiency
Both programmes are delivered through
English. Students are advised that to benefit
from their chosen programme they should be
proficient in both written and spoken English.
Fee
Fees are calculated on the credit
weighting of each module and are payable
at the beginning of each semester.
For Further Information Contact
Tel: 01 708 4587/ 708 3948
Fax: 01 708 4687
Email: evening.degrees@nuim.ie
Web: www.nuim.ie/adult-andcommunityeducation/courses/
Degreecourses.shtml
The information in this introduction is
intended only as a guide for applicants. NUI
Maynooth reserves the right to alter any
aspect of this information at any time.
Staff profile
Margaret Nugent
BSc Rural Development, H Dip
Education, MEd (Adult & Community).
Margaret has worked with the
Education, NUI Maynooth since 2000.
During that time she has tutored in
outreach centres in Cavan, Monaghan,
Meath and Dublin. She has delivered
courses in community development
and leadership, peace building
skills, adult education philosophy
and psychology, rural development,
facilitation and group work skills.
Margaret is a founding director of
Dunglave Associates, (1998) which is a
consultancy and research network that
operates throughout the border region
of Ireland and in overseas development.
Her areas of interest include facilitating
deep dialogue in silent spaces, group
theory and practice, peace education,
strategic planning, training and
education. She has worked with a wide
range of statutory, semi state and non
-governmental organisations in Ireland
and abroad and she has provided research,
training and strategic development
services in Ireland, Tanzania, Kenya,
Nigeria, South Africa, India and Brazil.
She is also involved in a variety of
peace and reconciliation projects in
the border region, including needs
analysis, group development, research
initiatives and training and education
manuals. Margaret adopts a Freirean
approach to teaching and is influenced
by feminist writers, border pedagogy
and transformative learning.
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Postgraduate Courses
We have a full range of Post-Graduate
degrees: Diploma, Masters, Professional
Doctorate and structured PhD programmes
in Adult and Community Education as well
as postgraduate studies to Masters level
in Adult Guidance and Counselling.
Taught
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts Adult
Guidance & Counselling
HDip Further Education
(Professional Qualification approved by the
Teaching Council of Ireland) 1 Year Full-Time
MEd Adult & Community Education
1 Year Full-time or Part-time
MEd Adult Guidance & Counselling 1 Year Part-time
MA Community Education, Equality
& Social Activism 1 Year Full-time
Research
MLitt Adult & Community Education
2 Year Full-time, 3 Years Part-time
PhD Adult & Community Education
4 Years Full-time, 6 Years Part-time.
Postgraduate
Higher Diploma in
Diploma in
Further Education
Higher Diploma in Further Education
Arts Adult Guidance The
is level 8 a terminal teaching qualification
designed to meet the needs of further
& Counselling
education practitioners in Ireland. It is
The National University of Ireland
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Adult Guidance
and Counselling) is designed to serve as a
training courses for people working with adults
in a guidance counselling setting, providing
information, advice guidance and placement
services. The emphasis of the course is on
the development of the key communication
and relationship skills and competencies that
underpin the practice of Adult Guidance.
Closing Date for 2014/2015
entry is 30th April 2014.
Please apply through PAC using Code MHA55.
Contact 01 708 3752
Email: adultguidancecourses@nuim.ie
approved by the Teaching Council of Ireland.
Please apply through PAC using code MHA90
Closing date for 2014/2015
entry 28th February 2014
Further information: 01 708 3937
Email: shauna.busto-gilligan@nuim.ie
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MEd
MEd
Adult & Community Adult Guidance
Education
& Counselling
The MEd in Adult and Community
Education is particularly suited to those
who are seeking ways of understanding
the connections between theoretical
frameworks and the assumptions that
underpin their work practices. This course
aims to promote the critical and reflective
engagement with ideas, concepts and
theories that underpins the current practice
of adult and community education.
The MEd Programme in Adult Guidance
and Counselling is designed to further the
learning journey begun on the Diploma/Higher
Diploma in Adult Guidance and Counselling.
The purpose of the course is to foster
advanced research skills that will help you
to explore, interrogate and analyse issues
that arise in the context of your practice.
Closing date for 2014/2015 entry 16 May 2014
Closing date for 2014/2015 entry 30 April 2014
I am on the final run in second year of the
Adult Guidance & Counselling course. I
have found it challenging, soul-searching,
mind-altering, life-changing, in all of this
I have made new friendships, adjusted
my life’s timetable to allow room for all
the extra writing, reading and thinking.
I have laughed, cried, talked, sang, and
even danced with joy, pain, heartache,
excitement, dread, and still with all of
that I will miss it greatly when I finish in
June! I would recommend it to anyone.
Linda Coventry,
MA
MLitt
Community
Adult & Community
Education, Equality Education
The overall aim of the Structured MLitt
& Social Activism
Programme is to facilitate the students
How can we bring about social justice
and environmental survival in Ireland
and beyond? This course will offer some
answers to this question with a view to
enabling students to think about how to
build real alternatives to challenge existing
structures of oppression and injustice.
Closing date for 2014/2015 30th May 2014
in making an original contribution to the
knowledge base in the field of adult and
community education through research. This
programme is designed to facilitate students
to complete within a reasonable time. The
Structured MLitt takes two years full-time
or three years part-time to complete. The
Department is particularly interested in
working on research projects concerning
radical perspectives on adult learning theory,
theoretical and practical studies of community
development, women’s education, adult basic
education, human development programmes,
adult guidance and counselling, interventions
with marginalised adults and their communities
as well as topics in higher education.
Please apply through PAC using codes
MHA04 MLitt by Research Full-time/
MHA05 MLitt by Research Part-time.
Email: brid.connolly@nuim.ie
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Structured PhD
Adult & Community
Education
The overall aim of the Structured PhD
Programme is to facilitate the students
in making an original contribution to the
knowledge base in the field of adult and
community education through research.
This is part of a University-wide programme,
which provides modules that students
can undertake in the course of their
studies. These are broadly categorised
under three headings: (1) Subject Specific
Skills/Advanced Specialist Modules (2)
Generic Skills (3) Transferable Skills.
This programme is designed to facilitate
students to complete within a reasonable
time. The Structured PhD takes four years
full-time or six years part-time to complete.
The Department is particularly interested
in working on research projects concerning
radical perspectives on adult learning theory,
theoretical and practical studies of community
development, women’s education, adult basic
education, human development programmes,
adult guidance and counselling, interventions
with marginalised adults and their communities
as well as topics in higher education.
Please apply through PAC using codes
MHA02 PhD Full-time/MHA03 PhD Part-time
Email: brid.connolly@nuim.ie
Please see www.nuim.ie/adult-and-communityeducation for the most recent updates
on our Postgraduate Courses on offer.
Continuing Education Staff
Continuing Education
Tel: 01 708 6062
BA Local Studies / BA Community Studies
Tel: 01 708 4587
Dr Derek Barter
Assistant Lecturer/Academic
Co-ordinator of Continuing Education
Dr Derek Barter
Degree Manager, Maynooth Campus
Kay Loughlin
Executive Officer
Counselling Skills
Tel: 01 708 6062
Mary B Ryan
Co-Director Adult Guidance and Counselling
Dr Fearga Kenny
Student Support
Breda Gibney
Programme Co-ordinator
Kilkenny Campus
Tel: 056 777 5910
Dr David McCormack
Maeve O’Byrne
Acting Head Kilkenny Campus/
Development Officer
Kay Loughlin
Executive Officer
Christopher Reid
Academic Programme Manager
Tel: 01 708 3752
Fiona Byrne
Campus Administrator/ Facilities Manager
Mary B Ryan
Dr David McCormack
Breda Gibney
Programme Co-ordinator
Mairead McQuaid
Librarian
104–105
Continuing Education Associate Staff
Adult and Community Education
Camilla Fitzsimons
MLitt (Adult & Community Ed), HDip Dip
Addiction Studies,Dip Sociology. RGN
Dr Damien Carberry
BA, PG Dip (Adult Ed), PhD
Margaret Nugent
BSc. Rural Development, H Dip Education,
MEd (Adult & Community)
Alice McDonnell
BSc Rural and Community Development,
MA Community Education, Equality
and Social Activism, PG Dip Adult
and Community Education
Bridie Costello
BA, MA Community Education,
Equality and Social Activism, PG Dip
Adult and Community Education
Ann Byrne
MSc, MA, CMIGC, HDip in Ed
Mick Fahy
BA, HDip, Dip in Remedial and
Compensatory Education, Dip in
Group Analytic Psychotherapy
Addiction Studies
Derek Byrne
BA (Hons), MPhil, MSc
Ger Campbell
BSc Hons Counselling & Psychotherapy
Stephen Harding
MSc Drug and Alcohol Policy, HDip (HHSA), Dip
Addiction Studies, HDip Adult & Community Ed
Dr Tom O’Brien
BA, H Dip Youth and Community, MA Adult and
Community Ed, PhD Adult and Community Ed
Vivienne O’Brien
BA, HDip in Education, Dip Counselling, Dip
Addiction Studies, MSc Drug and Alcohol Policy
Robert O’Driscoll
Msc Soc Sc Third Sector Management
UCC, Dip Drug Counselling, Dip Social
Studies UCC, CTRT, MIAAAC
Anna O’Neill
BA Psy, MA Health Promotions
Bernie Maguire
BA, HDip in Ed, MLitt, MSc in Equality Studies
James O’Shea
MA, HDip (Adult Ed), BSc(Hons) Couns,
RPN, RGN, MBACP, MIAAAC
Maeve Shanley
BSc, HDip in Ed, MSc in Health
Service Management
Community Development and Leadership
Dr Patricia Doyle
Dip Mont Ed, BA,PhD
Counselling Skills
Patricia Allen-Garrett
BSc Psych, Dip Couns & Psychotherapy
Jean Bridgeman
Prof Cert (Higher Ed), HC (TCI, HSE),
BA, Phd Candidate
Pauline Bradley
BA Psych, PG Dip, MA Counselling,
C & G Teaching Cert
Dr Fearga Kenny
BSc, PhD, DipStat
Annette Comiskey
Dip Counselling, Dip Psycotherapy, MSc
Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy,
MIACP, MIAHIP, Supervisor IACP
Communication and Group
Skills For Managers
Ann Pettit
Barra Flynn
BA Management and Business
Studies, MSc Communications
Mai Duddy
Dip in Couns, Dip in Gestalt
Psychotherapy, Dip in Supervision
Jacqui Keenan
BA, BSS, CQSW, RGN, Dip in Couns
& Psychotherapy, EAP
Jenny Mooney
Dip in Couns. & Psych, Dip in Gestalt
Therapy, Dip in Trauma Psych, Cert
in Art Psych, Dip in Supervision
Caroline McGuigan
Dip in Couns
Emer Neligan
Cert in Art Psychotherapy &
Supervision, Dip in Psy, Dip in the
Behaviour of Criminal Psychology
Liam Roe
BA, MA, FTAI
Rita Stanford
Dip, BSc
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Creative Writing for Publications
Suzanne Power
BA (Journalism) MA (Creative Writing)
Local History
Denis Cronin
BA, MA
John MacKenna
Psychology
Lorretto Cunningham
BA (Hons Psych)
Disabilities Studies
Paul Fagan MA
HDip
Equality Studies
Jimmy Connolly
MA (Adult Ed), HDip (Adult Ed),
Dip Addiction Studies
Angela Mc Ginn
BSc MSc (UCD) MEd (Shef)
Integrating Literacy
Theresa Byrne
BA(Hons), WIT Cert (Literacy),
MEd (Lifelong Learning)
Ann Hegarty
MA (Adult Ed), HDip (Adult Ed), HDip, BA
Mary Foley
BA (Hons Psych)
Fearga Kenny
BSc, PhD, DipStat
Marian Keigher
BSoc Sc. CQSW
Marian Keigher
Monica O’Leary
BSc, MSc, BA
Deirdre Delaney
BA (Psychology)
University Glossary
Academic Advisory Office
This office functions as a convenient first point
of contact for students who wish to seek advice
on general issues that may arise from their
relationship with the University. Information
is also provided which will assist students
in accessing information on regulations
and progression routes to their degree.
Access Courses
Courses designed to prepare students
for entry into Higher Education and
provide the underpinning knowledge and
skills needed to progress to a degree
course at a university or college.
Assessment
Process of checking and marking your
coursework. Depending on your course,
assessments may include examinations,
essays, project work, reports or a
combination of any of these.
Careers Development Centre
This Centre provides expert information
and advice on career prospects,
including help in developing CVs, and
finding graduate opportunities.
Continuous Assessment
Refers to the assessment of students’
ongoing work, rather than on an end
of term examination or essay.
Course Work
A piece of work you need to complete
as part of your course.
Degree
Are usually three years full-time or four
to six years part time leading to the
University award of Bachelor or Master.
Degree Classification
The grading scheme for undergraduate
degrees. Honours degrees can either be
first class, ‘upper’ (2:1) and ‘lower’ (2:2)
second class, or third class honours.
Dissertation
A major written piece of work or research
project undertaken in the final year of an
undergraduate honours degree course.
ECTS Credits – European
Credit Transfer Scheme
This is a standard for comparing the study
attainment and performance of students
of higher education across the European
Union and other collaborating European
countries. For successfully completed studies,
ECTS credits are awarded. One academic
year corresponds to 60 ECTS – credits.
Enrolment
The process where students become
registered students of the University.
Essays
A written piece of work on a particular topic.
Faculty
A group of academic departments defined
by shared interests (e.g. Social Sciences).
Foundation Year
If your qualifications are not in the right
subjects or at the right grades to meet the
entry requirements for your chosen course
you may be able to do one years’ foundation
study. If you complete this to the required
standard you will be guaranteed a place
on the first year of your chosen course.
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Graduate
Someone who has successfully completed
a degree programme at the University.
Maynooth graduates are automatic members
of the Maynooth Alumni Association.
HETAC
The Higher Education Training
and Awards Council.
Honours/(Hons) Degree
A full undergraduate degree that usually
requires completion of a final year dissertation
or research project. This is a Level 8 award on
the National Framework of qualifications.
Joint Honours
A degree course in which two different
subjects are combined in equal weighting i.e. 30
credits in each subject. Major/Minor normally
involves a 40 credit/20 credit split between
the major subject and the minor subject.
Lecturers or Tutors
Lecturers and tutors are members of
the University academic staff and have
responsibility for teaching and helping
students with their studying.
Master’s Degree
An academic degree awarded by a university
upon completion of at least one year of
prescribed study beyond the bachelor’s degree.
Mature Applicant
A student who is 23 years of age on January
1st of the year of entry. For part-time students
mature applicants begin at 21 years of age
on 1st January of the year of application.
Module
A module is part of a course covering a
particular topic, and involves a number of
lectures combined with individual study, and
has its own examination/assessment mark.
The size of a module is indicated by its credit
weighting which may equal 5 or 10 credits.
Moodle
Moodle is not just a website, but a password
protected space used by staff and students
at NUI Maynooth to share teaching materials,
information and online activities. Not all of
your lecturers will be using Moodle, but those
who do will direct you towards the relevant
spaces in Moodle for modules they teach.
Postgraduate
Study that is beyond first-degree level
or bachelor’s level, and leads to a higher
qualification such as a Masters degree or PhD.
Phd/Doctor Of Philosophy
An award given to those who have
completed a doctorate/research degree.
Semester
A period of approximately 15 consecutive
weeks during which there are at least
12 weeks of lectures and a period for
assessments e.g. examinations.
Tutor Or Lecturer
A member of staff who is responsible
for teaching and helping students
with their studying.
Tutorial
A study session during which an
individual, or small group, meets with
a tutor in order to discuss their work,
progress or general course issues.
Undergraduate
An undergraduate is a student who is
studying for a first degree. Someone who
has already been awarded a degree from
a university is known as a graduate.
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Applicable for NUI Maynooth Campus ONLY.
(Please See page 16 for details on how to apply to outreach centres)
Please complete all sections in block capitals and return with a non-refundable
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The form and deposit need to be sent to:
Sinead Ryan, Fees Office, Humanity House, NUI Maynooth, Maynooth, Co. Kildare.
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Title
As on Passport (OR on Birth Certiﬁcate, except in the case of a woman using her married name)
PPS Number
Date of Birth
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Address
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programmes are subject to change from
year to year. Please check www.nuim.ie/
courses for information on current course
modules or programmes or you can contact the
relevant department for the latest information.
Contact us or call into our office
Education, NUI Maynooth, Co. Kildare
Email adcomed@nuim.ie
Tel 01 708 6062
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