Drogheda Institute of Further Education - Social Studies courses

This course equips students with the skills necessary to engage with contemporary theoretical, policy and practice-related issues relating to work and study with young people in the national and international context of community regeneration.  It includes an Internship where students undertake a placement in the field of Youth Work or[...]

The Diploma in Youth and Community Development Practice is a one-year part-time course designed to enable community activists and youth workers gain a thorough understanding of youth and community development, combined with the practical skills necessary to work effectively in this field. Participants will have the opportunity to explore youth[...]

This course is ideally suited to enthusiastic, fun-loving, critical-thinking, and creative people who are motivated to impact positively on young people’s lives. Youth Work encompasses a broad and diverse range of social, cultural, educational and political activities. These emphasise social inclusion and support civic engagement. Course Content Understanding Youth Work[...]

The Criminology including Legal Studies course provides students with a broad introduction to the criminal justice system, exploring the causes of crime, different types of crime and theories of crime. The course also examines the core aspects of Irish law and the workings of the legal system including legal procedures[...]