Course description
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 and practice.
Course Content
- Criminology
- Legal Practice and Procedures
- Social Studies
- Psychology
- Human Growth and Development
- Intercultural Studies
- Personal Effectiveness
- Work Experience
Course Features & Facilities
- Opportunity to participate in Erasmus + Programme abroad
- Educational field trips
- Specialist workshops
- Guest speakers
- Practical and team-working projects provide experience based learning
- Work experience forms an integral part of the course, offering the opportunity for learners to gain practical experience, transferable skills and expertise in their chosen fields of interest
- Garda vetting is a requirement for all students on the programme
- Access to fully equipped IT suites and Library
- Certified Training e.g. First Aid
Course modules subject to change
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