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Courses 2014–2015

National University of Ireland Maynooth

Department of Adult & Community Education

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Welcome to

NUI Maynooth

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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

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.

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Overview

President’s Welcome ...4

The University ...6

Student Life ...8

Student Services ...10

Come & Meet Us ...12

General Information...14

How to Apply ...16

Some Common Questions ...18

Progression ...20

NUI Certificate

Foundation Course

22

Return to Learning ...24

NUI Certificate Courses

28

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

Modular Programmes

54

People Place & Heritage ...56

Culture & Society ...56

Contents

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NUI Professional

Development Courses

64

NUI Certificate Adult Guidance,

Theory & Practice ...66

NUI Certificate Communication & Group Skills for Managers ...68

NUI Certificate Cultural Heritage and Tourism ...70

NUI Certificate Equality Studies in Training & Development (online) ...72

NUI Certificate Integrating Literacy ...74

NUI Certificate Restorative Practices ...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 Degree Programme

92

Bachelor of Arts, BA Local Studies & BA Community Studies ...94

Postgraduate Courses

98

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Adult Guidance and Counselling) ...100

HDip Further Education ...100

MEd Adult & Community Education ...101

MEd Adult Guidance & Counselling ...101

MA Community Education, Equality & Social Activism ...102

MLitt Adult & Community Education ...102

PhD Adult & Community Education ...103

Additional Information

104

Staff List ...104

University Glossary ...108

Outreach Centres ...110

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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 far-reaching effects on the development of this particular aspect of the educational system.

President’s

Welcome

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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

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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.

The

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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.

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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.

Student

Life

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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.

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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.

Student

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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

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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

11th March Postgraduate Open Evening 4–8pm

2014

Come &

Meet Us

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June University Day 28th June May Open Evening Thursday 15th May 5.00-8.00pm

Upcoming Events at NUI Maynooth

April University Day 14th April 11th March Postgraduate Open Evening 4–8pm

2014

Open Evening Thursday 15th May 2014

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General

Information

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.

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

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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 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.

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.

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.

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

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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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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-and-community-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.

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.

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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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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.

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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.

Communiversity Local History; Community Studies; Sociology; Politics; Sustainable Development; Philosophy; Environmental studies, Etc. Progression Pathways

BA Full Time/Part Time 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

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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. * The exception is in relation to students applying to study for a Degree in Psychology in the Department of Psychology, NUI Maynooth.

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.

Bachelor of Arts Degree Programmes 180 ECTS Credits Diplomas 60 ECTS Credits Certificate 20 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).

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Return to Learning

Level 5

NUI Certificate Foundation Course

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

Admission Requirements

̍ 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

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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 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

Start Date

22nd September 2014

Fee

€900

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

Typical Progression Routes

̍ Full-time Degree in Arts ̍ Part-time BA Local Studies/

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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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20 ECTS

NUI Certificate

Courses

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

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Addiction Studies

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 Module 3

Drug & Alcohol Misuse in Contemporary Ireland Module 4

Approaches to Prevention Treatment & Rehabilitation

Admission Requirements

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.

Assessment Procedures

̍ 85% minimum attendance. ̍ Participation in class. ̍ Completion of relevant

assignments/ projects. NUI Certificate Programmes

20 ECTS

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Course Duration

100 hours part-time over one year, this may include 3 or 4 Saturdays.

If you are attending a course at Maynooth, Please note the following: Application Closing Date

22nd August 2014

Start Date

23rd September 2014

Fee

€950

For all venues other than Maynooth please check: Closing Date, Start Date, Fee. How To Apply

See page 16

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

Typical Progression Routes

̍ Diploma in Addiction Studies ̍ BA Community Studies

Courses that compliment Addiction Studies include

̍ Cert in Community Development and Leadership

̍ Cert in Counselling Skills

What the students say…

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. Adrienna O’Shea

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Adult & Community

Education

Level 8

Introduction

This course is designed to provide students with foundation skills in adult education.

On completion of the course participants should:

̍ Have a basic understanding of how adults learn

̍ 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.

Content

Module 1

Philosophy of Adult & Community Education Module 2

Group Work Module 3

Psychology of Adult Development

Admission Requirements

̍ Participants must be 21 years or over ̍ Have experience in Adult &

Community Education

̍ Have the capacity to complete a course at NUI Certificate level

Assessment Procedures

̍ 85% minimum attendance ̍ Essay & Project work ̍ Learning Journal

Course Duration

100 hours part-time over 1 year, this may include 3 or 4 Saturdays. NUI Certificate Programmes

20 ECTS

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If you are attending a course at Maynooth, please note the following: Application Closing Date

22nd August 2014

Start Date

23rd September 2014

Fee

€950

For all venues other than Maynooth please check: Closing Date, Start Date, Fee. How To Apply

See page 16

Location Contact Time

Mullingar 085 830 4441

087 6889963 Check with venue

NUI Maynooth, Maynooth 01 708 6062 Mon 7.00–10.00pm

Typical Progression Routes

̍ BA Community Studies ̍ 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.

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 community-university 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.

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Community Development

& Leadership

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

Admission Requirements

̍ Participants must be 21 years or over ̍ Have the capacity to complete a

course at NUI Certificate level

̍ Participants must be community activists and preferably be working with groups in a facilitation or leadership role

Assessment Procedures

̍ 85% minimum attendance ̍ Learning Journal

̍ Essays & Project work

Course Duration

100 hours part-time over one year, this may include 3 or 4 Saturdays.

Fee

€950

For all venues other than Maynooth please check: Closing Date, Start Date, Fee. How To Apply

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Typical Progression Routes

̍ Cert in Adult and Community Education ̍ BA Community Studies

Courses that compliment Community Development and Leadership

̍ Cert Addiction Studies ̍ Cert in Psychology

What the students say…

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

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.

Location Contact Time

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Counselling Skills

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

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Content

Introductory Module ̍ Introductions

̍ Course outline and course principles ̍ Assessments and Assignments Module 1

Skills and modules of counselling ̍ Definitions of counselling

skills and counselling

̍ Difference between the exercise of counselling skills, counselling and related activities

̍ Principles of counselling and core conditions ̍ Communication skills and

blocks to communication Module 2

A framework for counselling ̍ Basic models of counselling

̍ Interviews involving counselling skills: setting boundaries, confidentiality, contracts ̍ Using counselling skills in

non-therapeutic settings

̍ Ethical issues in the use of counselling skills

Module 3

Special issues in counselling This module will involve a group research project on topics such as

̍ Change and transition ̍ Bereavement ̍ Depression ̍ Loss ̍ Addiction Module 4 Personal development

̍ Awareness of self and listening skills ̍ Values clarification

̍ 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

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Admission Requirements

Participants must be 21 years or over.

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:

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.

Assessment Procedures

85% minimum attendance

At the end of Semester 1 the following assignments will be completed:

̍ Counselling skills interview ̍ 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. NUI Certificate Programmes

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Fee

€1,150 – €1,292 (depending on centre)

How To Apply

See page 16

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

NUI Maynooth, Maynooth 01 708 6062 Thurs 7–10pm

Old Bawn Community School 01 452 6137 Tues6.45–9.45

Courses that compliment Counselling Skills

̍ Certificate in Addiction Studies ̍ Certificate in Psychology ̍ BA Community Studies

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Creative Writing

for Publication

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.

Admission Requirements

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. NUI Certificate Programmes

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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.

Assessment Procedures

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

100 hours part-time over one year, this may include 3 or 4 Saturdays.

If you are attending a course at Maynooth, Please note the following: Application Closing Date

22nd August 2014

Start Date

25th September 2014

Fee

€950

For venues other than Maynooth please check: Closing Date, Start Date, Fee. How To Apply

See page 16

Location Contact Time

Kilkenny, NUIM Campus 056 777 5910 Check with venue

NUI Maynooth, Maynooth 01 708 6062 Thurs 6.30–9.30pm

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.

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Directing for Theatre

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 skills-based 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 NUI Certificate Programmes

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Admission Requirements

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.

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).

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.

̍ Write a short critical reflection on the process of devising new material. ̍ 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. ̍ In order to pass the course students

must have an 85% attendance record.

Course Duration

100 hours part-time over one year, on two Saturdays per month, from September to May.

Application Closing Date

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

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Disability Studies

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

Admission Requirements

̍ Participants must be 21 years or over

̍ 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 NUI Certificate Programmes

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Assessment Procedures

̍ 85% minimum attendance ̍ Participation in class ̍ Assignments/Projects

Course Duration

100 hours part-time over one year.

Fee

€950

How To Apply

See page 16

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

Typical Progression Routes

̍ BA Community Studies

Courses that compliment Disability Studies

̍ Cert in Addiction Studies ̍ Cert in Counselling skills ̍ Cert in Equality Studies

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. Paul is involved with promoting self-advocacy 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.

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Local History

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’. 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.

Content

Module 1

̍ An introduction to academic and community-based local history in Ireland ̍ Comparative traditions in other countries ̍ Contemporary developments and

challenges in the field of local history 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

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Admission Requirements

Applications for this course are approved by the Department of Modern History, NUI Maynooth

̍ Participants are required to hold an interest in local history together with an indication of capacity for the course ̍ Participants must be 21 years or over

Assessment Procedures

̍ 80% minimum attendance ̍ Research Project

̍ Participation in class

Course Duration

100 hours part-time over one year, this may include 3 or 4 Saturdays.

Application Closing Date

22nd August 2014 Start Date To be confirmed Fee €950 How To Apply See page 16

Location Contact Time

NUI Maynooth, Maynooth 01 708 6062 Tues 6.15–8.00pm

Typical Progression Routes

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Performance

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

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Admission Requirements

̍ Participants must be 21 years or over ̍ They must have the capacity to complete

a course at NUI Certificate level ̍ 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.

Assessment Procedures

̍ 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 movement-based, 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.

Course Duration

100 hours part-time over 1 year

Fee

€950

How To Apply

See page 16

Location Contact Time

Kilkenny, NUIM Campus 056 777 5910 Check with venue

Typical Progression Routes

̍ BA Local Studies

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

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Psychology

Level 7

NUI Certificate Programmes

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.

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Admission Requirements

̍ Participants must be 21 years or over ̍ Have adequate skills to participate fully

in an NUI Certificate level course

Assessment Procedures

̍ 85% minimum attendance ̍ Participation in class ̍ Essays

̍ Research Project

̍ Report based on Learning Journal

Course Duration

100 hours part-time over one year, this may include 3 or 4 Saturdays.

Application Closing Date

Check with Venue

Start Date

Check with Venue

Fee

€950

For all venues other than Maynooth please check: Closing Date, Start Date, Fee.

How To Apply

See page 16

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 Check with venue

Courses which compliment Psychology

̍ Certificate in Addiction Studies ̍ Certificate in Adult and

Community Education

̍ Certificate in Counselling Skills ̍ BA Community Studies

What the students say…

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

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Learning Initiatives

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

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