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Ballsbridge College of Further Education Prospectus 2020-21

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HR Management Ballsbridge College of Further Education Principal’s Welcome

I am very pleased to introduce the Ballsbridge College Prospectus for 2020/2021. It will, I hope, give a comprehensive description of all the activities of the college and will help you make an informed decision about your future.

Our college has changed considerably in recent years in order to meet the challenges that present themselves due to the introduction of new technology in the workplace and changed economic conditions. New programmes have been introduced, and our facilities have been upgraded to the highest standards to meet these new demands. We have excellent computer facilities, student support services and extra curricular programmes. The college is very proud of achieving the status of a Green-Campus in 2013, becoming one of only a handful of further and higher education institutes in Ireland to have done so.

We have always been recognised for our links with employers. We are continuing this association by ensuring that our students have the skills that are required in the business environment today. The college has developed a very successful Erasmus+ programme which provides students with the opportunity to gain work experience in Amsterdam or Hamburg. Students also have the opportunity to apply for an exciting entrepreneurship internship programme in Barcelona, Spain.

Ballsbridge College is open and welcoming and each year we have an energetic and enthusiastic group of students. If you are a school leaver, an adult returning to education or an international student in Ireland, there is a course in the college to suit you. There are opportunities here for everyone and I invite you to look at our courses and choose the one that suits your needs.

All our courses are certified by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and all successful students will achieve full national certification. Join the many students who have attended the college in the past and who have used the qualifications obtained in Ballsbridge College to begin a new phase in their chosen career path.

The college is a small friendly place in a central location. We are well served by bus, DART, and LUAS connections. I am delighted to welcome you to any of our courses that begin in September 2020.

Ruth O’ Doherty Principal Contents OPEN DAY Wed 22nd January 2020 11am–3pm

Enrolment Process, 02 Computing and Multimedia College Services and Key Dates Level 5 COURSES Administration Skills for Business 23 Web Design and Multimedia 24 Business Graduate Profiles 25 Level 5

Business Studies 05 Education and Training Business Studies with Chinese 06 Level 5 Digital Marketing 07 Foundation Teaching - NEW 26 Event Management 08 Level 6 International Financial Services - NEW 09 Human Resource Management 10 TEFL with Business Management 27 Marketing, Advertising and Management 11 Level 6 English (EFL) Advanced Certificate in Business 12 Level 5 Advanced Certificate in Event Management 13 English (EFL) and Business Communications 28 Graduate Profiles 14 Graduate Profiles 29 Social and Community Studies Property Level 5 Level 5 Applied Psychology 16 Auctioneering, Estate Agency and Valuation 30 Criminology and Social Studies 17 Property Management 31 Health Sector Studies 18 Level 6 - Apprenticeship Health, Nutrition and Fitness - NEW 19 Auctioneering and Property Services 32 International Aid and Development 20 Level 6 Visit the Ballsbridge College website at: Community Development - Level 6 21 www.ballsbridgecollege.com Graduate Profiles 22 Email us at [email protected]

1 Enrolment Process, College Services and Key Dates

What do I need to apply? Can I get a grant? Can I use my QQI Award to In general you need to have a minimum Yes. Grants are available to eligible students. continue to Higher Education of 5 passes at ordinary level in the Leaving Eligibility depends on individual financial courses? Certificate or its equivalent. Applications circumstances and a grant must be applied are welcome from students with Leaving for, through Student Universal Service Ireland Yes, there are approximately forty Higher Certificate Vocational, Leaving Certificate (SUSI), see www.susi.ie. Education Institutions including Universities, Applied or QQI Level 4 qualifications. Institutes of Technology and private colleges Exceptions can be made where special offering places on a variety of courses to circumstances apply. The Leaving Certificate Can I attend and continue QQI certificate holders. Further information is avaiable at http://www.qqi.ie/Articles/ is not a requirement for mature students and to receive Social Welfare? appropriate experience can be considered as Pages/Higher-Education-Links-Scheme- Two special programmes exist that may allow (HELS).aspx being equivalent to the Leaving Certificate. applicants who are receiving benefit to attend a course and continue to receive payments. Intending applicants are advised at all times to The first is called VTOS (Vocational Training confirm linked awards, any additional module How do I apply? Opportunities Scheme) and the second is requirements, applications processes and Directly to the college from January onwards. called BTEA (Back to Education Allowance). scoring systems with the Admission Offices of Applicants must fulfil certain criteria to be the participating Higher Education Institutions eligible. Places are limited so early application or visit www.cao.ie Where can I get more information? is advisable. On the college website at www. There are no course charges for students ballsbridgecollege.com or from your Career Job Opportunities under the VTOS scheme. BTEA applicants with Many students attend the college to attain Guidance Counsellor in school or by calling to a current medical card or BTEA approval pay the college directly. skills for progression into the jobs market. €240 to the college for course charges. A course in Ballsbridge College will give Information on VTOS and BTEA is available you those skills. Each year all our students What does it cost? from the college and on the college website. go on work placement as part of their Costs are kept to the minimum. For course. Students can also avail of internships 2020/2021 the standard charge is €240 plus opportunties abroad. Through this system a Government charge of €200, introduced by How is my course certified? the college has made excellent contacts with DES in 2011. Current Medical Card holders QQI courses are placed within the new many employers who approach the college and their dependents; those approved for a National Framework of Qualifications with permanent job vacancies. The track student grant and those approved for BTEA (see www.nfq.ie). record of students from our college getting and VTOS are exempt from paying the €200 permanent positions in prestigious companies Government levy. is second to none. The €240 charge covers a number of costs including certification and exam entry.

2 How to Find Us From Leixlip, Chaplizod College Services: Bus: No. 66A, 66B (via Merrion Square, 10 minute From the City Centre walk to the college) No. 4, 7, 7A, 120 From Celbridge Facilities: From , Dun Laoghaire, No. 67X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk Seven computer rooms with high speed to the college) broadband access Blackrock, , , No. 7, No. 46A, 46E, 118, (via Donnybrook, From , Stepaside, Stillorgan Designated student computer time 5 minute walk to the college) No. 118 (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk access to the college) From Ballywaltrim, Bray, Shankill, Stillorgan College library and partnership with No. 145 (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk From Citywest, local libraries to the college) No. 56A, 77A (via Barrow St, , High speed wireless internet access 10 minute walk to the college) From Ashtown, Cabra, No. 120 From Heuston Railway Station No. 145 (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk Student Services: From Phibsborough to the college) Student Council No. 4, No. 46A (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the college) From Adamstown Railway Station Sports and Cultural Activity Programme No. 25B 25D (via Merrion Square, 10 minute including five-a-side football, tennis, From Harristown, walk to the college) swimming, gym access, Mandarin No. 4 From (Chinese) language for beginners, Entrepreneurship, English Conversation From , Palmerstown, No. 26 (via Merrion Square, 10 minute walk No. 18 to the college) Club and College Music and Choir Club. From Dart: No. 51X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk stop, 5 minutes from Student Supports: to the college) the college Experienced teaching staff From , , Rathmines Course tutors No. 15A (via Barrow St, Ringsend, 15 minute walk Luas: to the college) Beechwood stop (Green Line) is a 15 minute Allocated tutorial time walk from the college From , Rathgar, Rathmines Virtual learning environment (Moodle) No. 15B (via Barrow St, Ringsend, 15 minute walk Walking: Student Welfare offering support for to the college) Ballsbridge College is a 20 minute walk students with special needs From , , , Ongar, from Grafton Street Guidance and counselling service , Dunboyne, Dunshaughlin Cycling: National and international work No. 37, 38, 38A, 38B, 39, 39A, 70 (via Baggot St, placement programme 10 minute walk to the college) Ballsbridge College offers secure bike parking From , The nearest Bikes docking station is on Mount Street, a 10 minute walk from No. 32X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the college) the College. Bleeper Bikes, a stationless bike sharing scheme are available throughout From Swords Dublin city. To find out more go to No. 41X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk www.bleeperbike.com to the college) Car: From Maynooth, Lucan, Public parking in available in the RDS, No. 25, 25A, 25X, 66, 66X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the college) 2 minutes from the college 3 Key Dates:

January Wednesday 22nd January 2020, 11am–3pm | College Open Day Drop in and meet with the course teachers and attend one of our seminars. Check the college website for more details. February Wednesday 12th February 2020, 2–4pm | Enrolment Day Guarantee your place on your chosen course by enrolling early. March Wednesday 11th March 2020, 2–4pm | Enrolment Day Guarantee your place on your chosen course by enrolling early. April Wednesday 1st April 2020, 2–4pm | Enrolment Day Enroll on your chosen course and discuss any questions you might have about the course with college tutors. May Wednesday 13th May 2020, 2–4pm | Enrolment Day Another opportunity to enroll on your chosen course and discuss any questions you might have about the course with college tutors. June Wednesday 17th June 2020, 2–4pm | Enrolment Day Enrolments continue for remaining course places. August August 2020 Enrolments continue for any remaining course places. Students receive a letter from the college with details of registration dates and course commencement dates. In addition, Advisory Sessions will take place every Wednesday afternoon from 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm from Open Day onwards during term time

4 I truly believe that I wouldn’t be in DCU without the support, education, and skills I Business Studies received from Ballsbridge College. The self- confidence I obtained in my course gave me This course provides students with excellent knowledge of the core the self-esteem required to succeed in a 3rd principles and practices of business. It prepares graduates of this course level university. for progression to further studies in this area. I would recommend any individual from any background to enrol in Ballsbridge College. Modules such as Economics, Accounting, Law and Business Administration form the core of the As long as you’re willing to put the work in, course complemented by Information Technology modules. Graduates of this course will be Ballsbridge College will get you to wherever it ideally suited to work in all business sectors, including accountancy firms, local government or is that you want to go. I went from someone the civil service, in addition to many other public and private sector organisations. who could never succeed in education, to Higher Education Links: being the Student of the Year in Ballsbridge. I went from someone who never made a For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the presentation in their life to being a powerful websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all public speaker.” times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and Brad Whelan, Business Studies graduate 2016, Bachelor scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or of Business Studies DCU visit www.cao.ie Course Content Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: TU Dublin B.Sc. Business and Management – TU903 (require LCE Maths O4/H7) ¨¨ Accounting - Manual ¨¨ Spreadsheets and Computerised ¨¨ Business Law DCU BBus (Hons) in Business Studies – DC111 (require LCE Maths O4/H6) ¨¨ Business Administration ¨¨ Word Processing DCU BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance – DC115 (require LCE Maths O4/H6) ¨¨ Applied Economics ¨¨ Communications ¨¨ Funds Administration ¨¨ Work Experience NCI BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance – NC022 NCI BA (Hons) Business Studies – NC009 Certification UCD BCommerce (Hons) – DN650 (require LCE Maths O2/H6) Awarding Body: QQI UCD BA Economics (Hons) – DN710 Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies UCD Business & Law – DN610 (require LCE Maths O2/H6) Award Code: 5M2102 Level: 5 - further education & training UCD B Law – DN600

Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Maynooth University Accounting & Finance – MH403 (requires LCE Maths O4/H7) IADT Dun Laoghaire BBus (Hons) Entrepreneurship & Management – DL823 TU Dublin BBus (Hons) Business – TU901 TU Dublin BBus (Hons) Management – TU908 TU Dublin BBus (Hons) Accounting & Finance – TU911 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Part-time Courses: Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in TU Dublin.

5 I really enjoyed my year in Ballsbridge College of FE. It is a very warm and open Business Studies with Chinese* college and I made lots of friends there. The teachers were very supportive and The contemporary business environment is ever changing and heavily always willing to help you. The modules I studied on my course have provided a great influenced by geopolitical, legal, economic, social and technological factors foundation for my level 8 degree courses on both a national and international scale. in Accounting and Finance and it is a Students on this course will be equipped with the relevant skills and knowledge to cope with the great feeling to know that I can handle the rapidly changing needs of the international business sector. coursework with confidence, thanks to my year in Ballsbridge College." This course provides students with a solid grounding in general business and they will develop working competencies in key areas such as funds administration, accounting and economics. In Soliat Allison, Business Studies graduate 2017, currently studying Accounting and Finance at Dundalk IT addition, students will have the opportunity to study Mandarin language and Chinese culture. Course Content Higher Education Links: ¨¨ Accounting- Manual and¨ ¨ Word Processing Computerised ¨¨ Communications For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the ¨¨ Business Law ¨¨ Work Experience websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times ¨¨ Business Administration ¨¨ Chinese Language to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring ¨¨ Applied Economics (Mandarin) and Culture - ¨¨ Spreadsheets Beginners Course systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions ¨¨ Funds Administration or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Certification UCC BCommerce (International) with Chinese Studies – CK211 Awarding Body: QQI TU Dublin B.Sc. Business and Management – TU903 (require LCE Maths O4/H7) Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies DCU BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance – DC115 (require LCE Maths O4/H6) Award Code: 5M2102 NCI BA (Hons) Business – NC009 Level: 5 - further education & training NCI Higher Certificate in Business – NC103 *The Chinese (Mandarin) language module on this course UCD BCommerce – DN650 (requires LCE Maths O2/H6) is delivered by Confucius Institute, UCD. It is not a QQI programme module. Please note the above course descriptor UCD B Business & Law – DN610 (require LCE Maths O2/H6) is subject to change. UCD B Law – DN600 UCD BA Economics (Hons) – DN710 IADT Dun Laoghaire BBus (Hons) Entrepreneurship & Management – DL823 TU Dublin BBus (Hons) Business – TU901 TU Dublin BBus (Hons) International Business – TU915 TU Dublin BBus (Hons) Management – TU908 TU Dublin BBus (Hons) Accounting & Finance – TU911 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

Part-time Courses: Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in TU Dublin.

6 Course Content Digital Marketing ¨¨ Digital Marketing ¨¨ Advertising ¨¨ Marketing Practice ¨¨ Accounting – Manual Digital Marketing is one of the niche areas where the rising demand ¨¨ e-Business Studies and Computerised ¨¨ Behavioural Studies ¨¨ Communications for skilled professionals consistently exceeds supply (Irish Internet ¨¨ Statistics ¨¨ Work Experience ¨¨ Word Processing Association, 2011). “Ireland’s digital economy is expected to be worth Certification €21.1bn by 2020, making up some 10% of GDP and creating 150,000 Awarding Body: QQI much needed jobs within the country”(Ian Dodson, Director- DMI, Irish Award Title: Certificate in Marketing Examiner September 2014) Award Code: 5M2069 Level: 5 - further education & training Marketing professionals are increasingly recognising the importance of online strategies in distributing products and services, reaching targeted consumers, building interactive Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. relationship with customers, and having the ability to produce measurable results. This course will equip students with internet and second generation webtool skills and knowledge. Students will learn how to develop an integrated marketing approach, using both traditional and online techniques, to successfully market a business. Higher Education Links: For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: DCU BSc. (Hons) Marketing, Innovation and Technology – DC240 NCI BA(Hons) Marketing Practice – NC020 TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Marketing – TU922 TU Dublin Higher Certificate Marketing – TU675 TU Dublin BA (Ord) Digital Marketing – TU783 TU Dublin BA (Hons) Advertising & Marketing Communications – TU919 TU Dublin BA (Ord) Advertising & Marketing Communications – TU780 TU Dublin BA (Ord) Digital Marketing – TU782 TU Dublin BA (Hons) Digital Marketing – TU920 TU Dublin BA Digital Marketing – TU781 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2069) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Dundalk IT BA Digital Marketing, Communications and Public Relations

7 I discovered Ballsbridge College of Further Education through a college fair leaflet. I Event Management studied Event Management in Ballsbridge with the intention of using the PLC Course as The events industry is a rapidly growing sector in Ireland and abroad. my path to third-level education. The course was very enjoyable and I studied challenging Demand for professionl event managers has increased as organsiations and interesting subjects I had never seek to engage with their customers and other key stakeholders in more studied before such as Media Analysis and Marketing. You are challenged through the innovative ways course at times which I found beneficial as This course offers students the opportunity to develop the necessary skills and appropriate it prepares you for the kind of work expected knowledge to prepare for careers in this specialised sector of the marketing industry. It also in college. concentrates on developing skills in public relations, organisation, planning, IT and time The year I spent in Ballsbridge was amazing management. and after all the hard work I had put in I This course also provides a foundation in business, internet and communication, as well as was offered a place on the Level 8 Event a background in marketing. It will provide the student with the opportunity to showcase all Management course in TU Dublin. I truly the knowledge and skills learnt during the course through the planning, preparation and believe it was down to Ballsbridge College production of a real life event. and the committed staff in helping me get to where I wanted to go. For that I’m eternally Higher Education Links: grateful.” For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the Holly Duff, Event Managment graduate 2019, websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all progressed to Event Management, TU Dublin times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or Course Content visit www.cao.ie ¨¨ Event Production ¨¨ Personal Effectiveness Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: ¨¨ Marketing Practice ¨¨ Work Experience ¨¨ Media Analysis ¨¨ Word Processing TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Event Management – TU954 ¨¨ Business Administration ¨¨ Safety and Health at ¨¨ Communications Work IADT Dun Laoghaire BA (Hons) Arts Management – DL822 TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Marketing – TU922 Certification NCI BA (Hons) Marketing Practice – NC020 Awarding Body: QQI NCI BA(Hons) Business – NC103 Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies Award Code: 5M2102 TU Dublin BA (Ord) Advertising & Marketing Communications – TU780 NQAI Level: 5 - further education & training TU Dublin BA(Ord) BBus Marketing – TU783

Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Overseas Course: Bucks University BA (Hons) Events Festivals and Venue Management VFV4 Students with five merit grades may progress to Year 1 of this course

8 Course Content International Financial Services

¨¨ Financial Services ¨¨ Statistics ¨¨ Funds Administration ¨¨ Spreadsheet Methods The International Financial Services (IFS) industry in Ireland employs ¨¨ Applied Economics ¨¨ Communications 42,000 in more than 400 companies, over 200 of which are Irish owned. ¨¨ Accounting- Manual and¨ ¨ Work Experience Computerised The Government’s strategy for the IFS sector in Ireland, IFS2020, set a target to grow the level of direct employment in the IFS sector from Certification 35,000 in 2014 to at least 45,000 people by year-end 2019. Awarding Body: QQI The International Financial Services Strategy 2025 for the further development of the IFS sector in Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies Ireland identified the importance of skilling people to meet the demand for employees in the Award Code: 5M2102 IFS sector. NQAI Level: 5 - further education & training This course is aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career in the International Financial Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Services sector or gain an eligible qualification for entry to the IFS Associate apprenticeship programme. On successful completion of the course the learner will have developed the core knowledge, skills and competencies required for entry roles in the financial services sector. Successful graduates of the course are also eligible to apply for many business related higher education programmes through the Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS). Higher Education Links: For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: DCU BBus (Hons) Business Studies – DC111 DCU BSc (Hons) Marketing, Innovation and Technology – DC240 TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance – TU910 Maynooth University BA Finance – MH401 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Apprenticeships: NCI International Financial Services (IFS) Associate Apprenticeship

9 The staff within the College are true professionals in what they do and at Human Resource Management the same time they manage a friendly environment with the student, ensuring This course is designed for those students who wish to develop their certainty and understanding is with each one as the different modules are completed. knowledge of human resource theories and applications. It will lead to There is also a vast base of support for the employment opportunities in recruitment and personnel departments individual which I was very impressed by; from the counsellor to the course tutor, in a wide variety of companies. Successful graduates of this course can everyone around you just wants to see you use their QQI certificate to progress to higher level studies in the Higher do well! Education Institutes. I learned a lot and met many interesting and exciting people in my time in the college, all Most major companies have a Human Resources department. Smaller companies usually of which helped me to grow and develop to have an employee whose job is to look after HR issues such as recruitment, staff training and become who I am today.” development, labour law, the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees and other Paddy Nutley, Human Resource graduate 2012, general industrial relations issues. This course offers an introduction to each of the above areas graduate Human Resource Management, NCI and so leaves the student informed and skilled when applying for related company positions. Course Content Higher Education Links:

¨¨ Human Resources ¨¨ Business Administration For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the ¨¨ Behavioural Studies ¨¨ Marketing Practice websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all ¨¨ Business Law ¨¨ Word Processing times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and ¨¨ Accounting- Manual ¨¨ Communications and Computerised ¨¨ Work Experience scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Certification Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Awarding Body: QQI NCI BA (Hons) Human Resource Management – NC005 Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management – TU906 (require LCE Maths O6/H7) Award Code: 5M2102 Level: 5 - further education & training NCI BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance – NC022

Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. NCI BA(Hons) Business – NC009 UCD B Commerce (Hons) – DN650 (require LCE Maths O2/H6) UCD BSc Social Science – DN700 UCD B Business & Law – DN610 (require LCE Maths O2/H6) UCD B Law – DN600 UCD BSc (Hons) Psychology – DN720 Maynooth University BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance – MH403 (require LCE Maths O4/H7) WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Part-time Courses: Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in TU Dublin.

10 The course enabled me to focus on my career path. It gave me the chance to make Marketing, Advertising & Management some great friends and I learnt a lot from the teachers, who go out of their way to This well-established course is ideally suited to the student who wishes help you. I was also given an amazing opportunity to travel to Amsterdam on to pursue a career in the marketing or advertising industries. The key the college’s international work placement modules of Marketing, Advertising, and Behavioural Studies, combined programme." with core business and IT skills, prepare the student for immediate entry Pamela Marsh, Marketing, Advertising and Management graduate into the workplace or for progression to further study. Course Content Marketing students participate in a very successful work experience programme focused on the marketing and advertising industry. This insight into marketing and advertising allows the ¨¨ Marketing Practice ¨¨ Accounting - Manual marketing student to make well informed career decisions. By the end of the year, marketing ¨¨ Advertising and Computerised students have a unique set of key marketing skills and experience. Students can use their ¨¨ Behavioural Studies ¨¨ Communications ¨¨ Digital Marketing ¨¨ Work Experience qualification to continue their studies in higher education or to commence a rewarding and ¨¨ Statistics ¨¨ Word Processing successful career in marketing and advertising. With employers looking for creativity, innovation and vision, the marketing graduate is well Certification placed to meet their needs. A variety of career opportunities await the graduate in areas such as Awarding Body: QQI marketing analysis, market research, sales and customer services. Award Title: Certificate in Marketing Higher Education Links: Award Code: 5M2069 Level: 5 - further education & training For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: DCU BSc (Hons) Marketing, Innovation and Technology – DC240 DCU BA (Hons) Business Studies – DC111 TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Marketing – TU922 TU Dublin Higher Certificate Marketing – TU675 TU Dublin BBus ( Ord ) Marketing – TU783 TU Dublin BA (Ord) Advertising & Marketing Communications – TU780 TU Dublin BA (Hons) Advertising & Marketing Communications – TU919 UCD B Business & Law – DN610 (require LCE Maths O2/H6) NCI BA Marketing Practice – NC020 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2069) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

11 After doing much research and attending some colleges’ Open Days and reading Advanced Certificate in Business various written material such as the college prospectus I decided to enrol on As companies continue to face the challenges of a competitive the Advanced Business Studies (QQI level 6) course. marketplace, they must invest in highly skilled and trained personnel in The lecturers in Ballsbridge College are order to meet the demands that customers and competitors present. extremely supportive and ready to lend a hand regarding any aspect of the course This course is suitable for the student looking to develop sophisticated management, selling and they are teaching. marketing techniques, skills which are very much sought after by both the large organisation and the small to medium enterprise alike. Modern business techniques are explored, leaving I found that the course programme, with the graduate ready to enter the market with a wide range of expertise in various management, its mix of continuous assessment and end marketing and selling practices. of term exams, more than prepared me for my studies in IADT. The skills I learnt in Students and adult learners who have a flair for business will find this course gives them an Ballsbridge College, such as assignment opportunity to build on their knowledge and experience, and refine their skills so that at the end writing aided me in my studies in IADT. “ of the year they will have a professional set of management and business skills which will bring Claire Ann Ferry, graduate 2014, progressed to Business them into a career of their choice. and Entrepreneurship, IADT This course offers great employment potential in the area of management, professional sales Course Content and marketing, and the graduate will be able to avail of the job opportunities that exist in the market as companies continue to develop creative and innovative customer based marketing ¨¨ Business Management ¨¨ Spreadsheets - Level 6 and sales strategies. Level 6 ¨¨ Sales Presentation - ¨¨ Business Law - Level 6 Level 6 ¨¨ Marketing Management ¨¨ Communications - Entry Requirements: - Level 6 Level 6 QQI Level 5 Qualification or equivalent Or appropriate work experience ¨¨ Computerised Accounts ¨¨ Work Experience - - Level 6 Level 6 (Students will participate on a work based training Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: programme and undertake relevant work placement IADT Dun Laoghaire BBus (Ord) Entrepreneurship – DL701 for 1 to 2 full days per week). IADT Dun Laoghaire BBus (Hons) Entrepreneurship & Management – DL823 Certification Students may apply for entry into Year 2 of the Business Degree Course (subject to interview) Awarding Body: QQI NCI BA (Hons) Business – NC009 Award Title: Advanced Certificate in Business UCD B Business & Law – DN610 (require LCE Maths O2/H6) Award Code: 6M4985 TU Dublin Higher Certificate in Marketing – TU675 Level: 6 - further education & training TU Dublin BBus Marketing – TU783 Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. TU Dublin BBus (Hons) Marketing Management – TU923 Students may apply for entry into Year Two of the above courses, interview required. WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (6M4985) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Part-time Courses: Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in TU Dublin.

12 “I am a mature student who wanted to go back to education. This course was the Advanced Certificate in Event Management perfect stepping stone I needed to get myself back to learning. The course is exceptionally Event Management is one of the fastest growing industries in the good and challenging with brilliant teachers who really engage you. The teachers cannot world. Event Management includes management of personal events, be praised enough for the work they do. If leisure events, arts and cultural events, religious events, corporate or you want to go on third level, this course will really set you up and get you ready for the organisation events. The special events industry has grown enormously challenge ahead." in the last two decades. Cain Kelly, graduate, progressed to Event Management at TU Dublin, advanced entry Progression links to relevant degree courses are also an option open to successful graduates. In particular, on completion of this course, students may apply for advanced entry into Year Two of Course Content the BSc Event Management (Honours) degree course in TU Dublin, subject to interview.

¨¨ Event Management ¨¨ Computerised Accounts –Level 6 - Level 6 Entry Requirements: ¨¨ Business Management ¨¨ Spreadsheets - Level 6 QQI Level 5 Qualification or equivalent Or appropriate work experience - Level 6 ¨¨ Communications - ¨¨ Business Law - Level 6 Level 6 ¨¨ Marketing Management ¨¨ Work Placement - Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: - Level 6 Level 6 TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Event Management – TU954 (Students will participate on a work based training Students may apply for entry into Year 2 of the Event Management degree course (subject to interview) programme and undertake relevant work experience for 1 to 2 full days per week) TU Dublin International Hospitality Management – TU745 Certification Students may apply for entry into Year 2 of this course (subject to interview and relevant experience) IADT Dun Laoghaire BBus (Ord) Entrepreneurship – DL701 Awarding Body: QQI Award Title: Advanced Certificate IADT Dun Laoghaire BBus (Hons) Entrepreneurship & Management – DL823 in Business Students may apply for entry into Year 2 of the Business degree course (subject to interview) Award Code: 6M4985 NQAI Level: 6 - further education & training TU Dublin BA (Hons) Advertising & Marketing Communications – TU919

Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. TU Dublin BBus Management – TU774 TU Dublin BBus Marketing – TU783 Students may apply for entry into Year Two of the above courses. Interview required. NCI BA (Hons) Business – NC009 NCI Ba (Hons) Marketing Practice – NC020 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (6M4985) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Part-time Courses: Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in TU Dublin.

13 13 Caoimhe Walsh: Advanced Event Management graduate 2017 Current Position: Event Management, TU Dublin (advanced entry)

After taking a year out of college I wasn't entirely sure what I wanted to do with myself. Living close by, a friend mentioned Ballsbridge College as an option and told me to look into it. I came across the Event Management course while flicking through the brochure and in my interview with the Principal, he pointed out to me that I was actually eligible for the advanced Event Management course due to my past work experience. Ballsbridge College is the perfect college to start in. I was definitely not the most academic student in school, so I was unsure as to how I would get on in college. The lecturers are extremely supportive and very helpful when you are struggling with any assignments or modules. There is a constant support group either from the students in your class or from the teachers and porters in the college. I am now an Event Management student in The School of Hospitality and Management in TU Dublin. I went directly into year 2 from Ballsbridge College through the advanced entry route for PLC students coming from Level 6 courses. I would definitely recommend everyone to apply to Ballsbridge College for their first step in third level education. The mixture of continuous assessment and exams has me more than prepared to continue my studies in TU Dublin.

Elliot Haran: Business Studies graduate, 2019 Current Position: First year BLaw, UCD

I thoroughly enjoyed my year in Ballsbridge College which was largely down to the atmosphere within the college. Each teacher was so helpful in making me feel comfortable as well as working so hard to help me with my academic studies. They did so much to develop and encourage my skills in a variety of areas some of which I had never come across before. I was lucky enough to develop many new friendships that will certainly outlast my year of study in Ballsbridge. To top it all off, after a year of hard work, I was accepted into UCD to study Law which was my first choice. I was over the moon. I know I would not have achieved this if it wasn’t for all the help given to me by my various teachers. I can't thank my teachers enough. They consistently helped me and kept me positive towards attaining my goal.

Breda Conophy: Advanced Certificate in Business Graduate 2019 Current Position: BA HRM, NCI

The Advanced Business course at Ballsbridge College is both practical and theory based. The broad range of topics covered helped me to decide what to specialise in. I learnt a lot of good, relevant information which has assisted me in achieving my ultimate goal of getting into BA Hons Human Resource Management at The National College of Ireland. The tutors are extremely knowledgeable, supportive and helpful. I would highly recommend Ballsbridge College as a Post Leaving Cert College that embraces a mixture of cultures and provides the necessary skills and knowledge to achieve your goals.

14 Cassie Crummey: Digital Marketing Graduate 2017 Current Position: 2nd year undergraduate, Marketing, Innovation and Technology, DCU

When I received a poor Leaving Certificate result I did not know what route I would take in order to enter third level education. There was nothing I wanted to achieve more than to attend university. Upon researching multiple QQI level 5 courses I decided to choose Digital Marketing at Ballsbridge College.

This decision was based on their university paths. Before applying here, I read in the prospectus that Ballsbridge College had previous history of students continuing their education to DCU in the course I desired. (Marketing, Innovation and Technology) I registered very close to the start of the semester, but the staff were more than happy to help me complete my application and to inform me about everything the college had to offer.

The subjects that were taught as part of the course were all very enjoyable and insightful. There were continuous assessment assignments in every module which was great as it helped me to continually focus during the year rather than having an exam worth 100% at the end of the year.

The teachers at Ballsbridge College are professional and approachable. They are all very knowledgeable on the topic that they teach and are student-focused. They help to prepare students for exams using past exam questions, they also allocate a lot of time focusing on exams which I very much appreciated. Having achieved great results, I applied to DCU through the CAO. I was offered my first choice, Marketing, Innovation and Technology at DCU. I would like to attribute my achievement to Ballsbridge College. Ballsbridge College was a vital stepping stone for me to achieve my goal to attend university.

Darren Gill: Event Management graduate 2017 Current Position: 3rd year undergraduate, Event Management in TU Dublin

In the months leading up to the Leaving Certificate I feared I wouldn’t get the points to progress into a degree in Event Management. So, I knew I had to put a contingency plan together. With the help of my Guidance Counsellor, I came across Ballsbridge College and applied for the Event Management course.

The modules studied in Ballsbridge College provided me with a practical and academic way of learning the Event Industry. The skills and knowledge learnt whilst studying at Ballsbridge College were key factors for me going on to work on numerous festivals such as Metropolis, Forbidden Fruit & Electric Picnic.. The staff in Ballsbridge College provided me with the support and guidance throughout the year and were very supportive.

In September 2017 I started in DIT (now named TU Dublin) and I was well prepared for the demands of an undergraduate course from studying at Ballsbridge College. Skills learnt whilst in Ballsbridge College such as report writing were a huge advantage and are essential in my day to day activities. I would highly recommend Ballsbridge College for anyone who is interested in the Event Industry.

15 Application 2020/21

Application Procedure An version of the application form is available on request from the College. Complete the application form and send it directly to the college. Please ensure that you have included your PPS number, which is issued to you by the Department of Social Protection. All applicants are invited to enrol for their course from January onwards. This will involve completing the necessary forms and paying a deposit of €30. Enrolment ensures your place at Ballsbridge College - subject to meeting the relevant entry requirements.

Open Day: Wednesday 22 January 2020 11am - 3pm Enrolment Days: Wednesday 12 February 2020 2pm - 4pm Wednesday 11 March 2020 2pm - 4pm Wednesday 1 April 2020 2pm - 4pm Wednesday 13 May 2020 2pm- 4pm Wednesday 17 June 2020 2pm-4pm

Advisory Sessions: Every Wednesday afternoon from Open Day onwards, 2pm - 4pm, during term time. The college will continue to accept applications for remaining places until September. In mid-August, those who have enrolled will be invited to register. This involves paying the balance of the course cost, and where applicable, submitting a copy of the Leaving Certificate results. Courses begin in early September.

Admissions Policy The College has a written Admissions Policy document which governs the entry of all students to courses. It is available to all applicants. Ballsbridge College is bound by the rules and regulations of CDETB, a copy of which is displayed in the college or may be obtained from the college office.

a Application 2020/21

The college welcomes applications from both school leavers and mature students, i.e. over 21 years of age. Please tick preferred course: Administration Skills for Business Business Studies with Chinese Health Sector Studies Applied Psychology Community Development- Level 6 Human Resource Management Advanced Certificate in Business Criminology and Social Studies International Aid and Development Advanced Certificate in Event Management Digital Marketing International Financial Services Auctioneering, Estate Agency and English (EFL) and Business Marketing, Advertising & Management Valuation Communications Property Management Auctioneering and Property Services Event Management TEFL and Business Management Apprenticeship Foundation Teaching Web Design and Multimedia Business Studies Health, Nutrition and Fitness

Surname First Name Address

Landline Phone Number Mobile Phone Number

Date of Birth PPS Number

Highest level of educational attainment to date and year attained (please tick one box only)

No formal education qualifications Higher Diploma Yr. PhD Yr. Junior Certificate Yr Primary Degree Yr. Other (please specify) Leaving Certificate Yr. Master Degree Yr.

Name and address of the current/last educational institution you are attending /attended

From To School No. (if Second Level school in Ireland) Number of Years at Second Level: Application 2020/21

If you have completed your Leaving Certificate prior to 2020 state where you have been since leaving school: Working Working in the home Other Educational Course Unemployed

If you are sitting your Leaving Certificate in 2020 please indicate the subjects you are taking Leaving Certificate / LCVP / LCA

Subject / Module Level Grade Credits

For Mature Applicants: Are you receiving a weekly Social Welfare payment? Yes No IF Yes please indicate the date you first received this Social Welfare payment (Mth) /(Yr)

If you are in receipt of certain social welfare payments for a specific period of time you may be entitled to attend the college under the Vocational Training & Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) or under the Back To Education Allowance Scheme (BTEA). Further details are available from the college. For marketing purposes, please indicate how you heard of the course for which you applied

Rules and Regulations All participants in courses on Ballsbridge College are bound by the rules and regulations of CDETB, a copy of which is displayed in the college or may be obtained from the college office.

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How to Find Us Bus: From Malahide, Portmarnock Luas: From the City Centre No. 32X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the Beechwood stop (Green Line) is a 15 minute No. 4, 7, 7A, 120 college) walk from the college From Loughlinstown, Dun Laoghaire, From Swords Walking: Blackrock, Foxrock, Sandyford, Stillorgan No. 41X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the Ballsbridge College is a 20 minute walk from No. 7 college) Grafton Street No. 46A, 46E, 118, (via Donnybrook, 5 minute From Maynooth, Lucan, Chapelizod walk to the college) Cycling: No. 25, 25A, 25X, 66, 66X (via Donnybrook, 5 Ballsbridge College offers secure bike parking From Ballywaltrim, Bray, Shankill, Stillorgan minute walk to the college) The nearest Dublin Bikes docking station is No. 145 (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the From Leixlip, Chaplizod on Mount Street, a 10 minute walk from the college) No. 66A, 66B (via Merrion Square, 10 minute walk College. Bleeper Bikes, a stationless bike sharing From Ashtown, Cabra, Phibsborough to the college) scheme are available throughout Dublin city. No. 120 From Celbridge To find out more go to bleeperbike.com From Phibsborough No. 67X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the Car: No. 4 No. 46A (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to college) Public parking in available in the RDS, the college) From Kilternan, Stepaside, Stillorgan 2 minutes from the college

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No. 18 No. 56A, 77A (via Barrow St, Ringsend, 10 minute Ballsbridge College Ballsbridge Hotel Shelbourne Rd R E walk to the college) D D O DART From Clondalkin D From Heuston Railway Station ER No. 51X (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the RIV AVIVA college) No. 145 (via Donnybrook, 5 minute walk to the Stadium college) From Terenure, Rathgar, Rathmines The Department of Education and Skills fund all courses with the assistance From Adamstown Railway Station of the European Social Fund, through theAll National courses Development are Plan funded by the No. 15A (via Barrow St, Ringsend, 15 minute walk Ballsbridge College of Further Education www.ballsbridgecollege.com [email protected] of Education and No. 25B 25D (via Merrion Square, 10 minute walk Ballsbridge T: 01 668 4806 to the college) SkillsF: 01 668 2361 through the National to the college) facebook.com/ballsbridgecollegefe From Rathfarnham, Rathgar, Rathmines Development Plan No. 15B (via Barrow St, Ringsend, 15 minute walk From Palmerstown Ballsbridge College of Further Education Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 to the college) No. 26 (via Merrion Square, 10 minute walk to the An Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna Chathair Bhaile Átha Cliath college) City of Dublin Education and Training Board From Castleknock, Clonsilla, Corduff, Ongar, www.ballsbridgecollege.com Blanchardstown, Dunboyne, Dunshaughlin Dart: [email protected] No. 37, 38, 38A, 38B, 39, 39A, 70 (via Baggot St, 10 Lansdowne Road stop, 5 minutes from the T 01 668 4806 F 01 668 2361 minute walk to the college) college @Ballsbridge_CFE ballsbridge_college_fe d Having completed my certificate in Applied Psychology at Ballsbridge College I Applied Psychology progressed to UCD to study Psychology. The guidance and support from the college staff Psychology is the scientific investigation of behaviour and mental and the fun learning environment made the transition to third level very easy and I'll processes. It aims to study how a person thinks, feels and acts in any never forget the experience or friendships social situation. The main emphasis is on the individual and how they I made. I would recommend any mature student planning on returning to third level can affect and be affected by social contact with other parties. education to make Ballsbridge College their Applied Psychology avails of general psychological principles and theories and uses them to first stop" investigate problems in the area of business management, product design, ergonomics, law, Cathy Kavanagh – 2010 graduate, studied Psychology at UCD, mature student entry health and mental health. To do this, Applied Psychologists use a range of measurement techniques. These include Course Content observation, case studies, psychometric tests, surveys and experiments.

¨¨ Behavioural Studies ¨¨ Statistics This foundation course aims to give participants an introduction to the core theories and ¨¨ Human Growth and ¨¨ Communications methodologies of psychology and prepare them for further study at third level. Development ¨¨ Personal Effectiveness ¨¨ Social Studies ¨¨ Word Processing In addition, the course also lays the foundation for a wide variety of ‘people–focused’ careers in ¨¨ Safety and Health at ¨¨ Work Experience social research, environmental psychology and human resource management. Work Certification Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Awarding Body: QQI Institutions. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, Award Title: Certificate in Community Health Services www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants Award Code: 5M4468 are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, Level: 5 - further education & training applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Full-time Courses: UCD BSc (Hons) Psychology – DN720 Maynooth University Psychology – MH106 IADT Dun Laoghaire – BSC (Hons) Applied Psychology – DL825 NCI BA (Hons) Psychology – NC010 (self- funded course, fees apply) UCC BA (Hons) Applied Psychology – CK120 WIT BA (Hons) Psychology – WD163 UCD BSc Social Science – DN700 UCD B SocSc Social Policy & Sociology – DN750 Maynooth University Arts MH101 Maynooth University Social Science MH107 Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M4468) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

16 My time in Ballsbridge was one to remember, I met some amazing people there in the Criminology & Social Studies course, full of diversity. The lecturers were in a league of their own too. Always willing Crime, criminal justice, and the operation of the penal system are to go the extra mile with their students to help them reach their goals and potential. subjects of serious concern in any society. This course studies the causes During my time in Ballsbridge College I was of crime, the different types of crime and the criminal justice system in actually in a recruitment process for the Gardaí. While the process had taken some Ireland. time to complete, I used my course in my Criminal motivation and the underlying societal causes of crime are examined. Professional interview for the Gardaí, showing them that I’d an interest in their line of work and wasn’t state organisations and privately owned companies are looking for potential candidates who just applying for the sake of it. I believe it can demonstrate an interest and a proven ability to work in social and community care and in did help me in my interview as it served criminology. Upon successful completion of the year, your QQI qualification will allow you to like “icing on the cake” I’ll say, because it seek employment in the following areas: provoked the interview board to dig deeper with questions. I would recommend the ¨¨The Gárda Reserve ¨¨The Courts / Probation Service Criminology and Social Studies course for ¨¨An Gárda Síochána ¨¨The Legal Profession anyone wishing to seek a career with the ¨¨Social Work ¨¨The Security & Surveillance Industry Gardaí in the future, it definitely helped me." ¨¨Community Care ….. and other related areas. Dylan Sheehan, graduate 2018, in Garda training Higher Education Links: Course Content For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all ¨¨ Criminology ¨¨ Human Growth and times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and ¨¨ Social Studies Development scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or ¨¨ Criminal Law ¨¨ Safety and Health at ¨¨ Legal Practice and Work visit www.cao.ie Procedures ¨¨ Word Processing ¨¨ Media Analysis ¨¨ Communications Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: ¨¨ Work Experience UCC BA (Hons) Criminology – CK113 Certification Maynooth University BCL Law (4 options including Criminology & Law) – MH502 Awarding Body: QQI UCD B Law – DN600 Award Title: Certificate in Community Health Services TU Dublin BA(Hons) Social Care – TU996 Award Code: 5M4468 UCD BSc Social Science – DN700 Level: 5 - further education & training UCD BSoc Sc Social Science – DN750 Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Maynooth University Social Science – MH107 TU Dublin BA (Hons) Social Care Practice – TU997 TU Dublin BA (Hons) Community and Youth Development – TU992 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M4468) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Overseas Courses: Bucks University BSc (Hons) Criminology M930

17 I really enjoyed my time studying in Ballsbridge College. The Health Sector Health Sector Studies Studies course provided me with the necessary set of professional skills and This innovative course has been designed to prepare participants for knowledge to commence work as a carer in the social care sector. I secured a job through careers in hospitals, nursing homes, health centres, clinics and with my work placement with the help of the general practitioners and in the administration and other selected areas College." within the Health Services Executive (HSE). In addition to school leavers, Johanna Wojsa, Health Sector Studies graduate 2016 this course will be of interest to adult learners who wish to return to We really enjoyed studying Health Sector the work-force, and to people from other countries who aim to gain Studies at Ballsbridge College and were prepared well for university. The course employment in healthcare in Ireland. provides a good balance between practical Students who specialise in this area will be in a strong position to meet the employment and more theory based modules. The modules and assessments that we did as opportunities that exist in acute hospitals, community care health centres, general practices, part of this course were a great foundation hospitals for older people, and psychiatric hospitals. and prepared us for third level." At the end of this one-year course, graduates will be able to enter the Health Service sector with Sharon Marshall & John Daly: graduates, 2014, a professional set of recognised skills with which they can commence their career. They also progressed to Health and Society, DCU have the option of continuing their education at third level.

Course Content Higher Education Links: ¨¨ Anatomy & Physiology ¨¨ Human Growth & For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the ¨¨ Nursing Theory and Development websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all Practice ¨¨ Word Processing ¨¨ Care of the Older Person ¨¨ Communications times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and ¨¨ Social Studies ¨¨ Work Experience scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or ¨¨ Nutrition visit www.cao.ie Certification Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Awarding Body: QQI Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Award Title: Certificate in Community Institutions For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie Health Services and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Award Code: 5M4468 Level: 5 - further education & training Links to Nursing Degree programmes are also via the Higher Education Links Scheme.

Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Please see www2.cao.ie/fetac/FETACNursingQuota.pdf UCD BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology – DN750 TU Dublin BA Social Care – TU996 DCU BSc Health and Society – DC209 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M4468) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

18 Course Content Health, Nutrition and Fitness ¨¨ Anatomy & Physiology ¨¨ Social Studies ¨¨ Nutrition ¨¨ Communications This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills to work in ¨¨ Dietetics ¨¨ Work Experience ¨¨ Exercise & Fitness ¨¨ Word Processing the nutrition or general healthcare area where nutritional, general health ¨¨ Human Growth & Development or mental health support is required. Students will learn the importance Certification of developing a holistic and client focused approach to work and Awarding Body: QQI will develop the knowledge and skillset to meet the emotional, Award Title: Certificate in Community psychological and social needs of clients in the healthcare sector. Health Services Award Code: 5M4468 The role exercise, diet and nutrition plays in maintaining and enhancing both physical and Level: 5 - further education & training mental health will be a focus of the course. The course is designed for both the school leaver and the adult learner who has an interest in pursuing a career or further studies in the area of Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. health and well-being.

Higher Education Links: For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Institutions For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. UCD BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology – DN750 TU Dublin BA Social Care – TU996 DCU BSc Health and Society – DC209 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M4468) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

19 The level of support and guidance I received from the course tutors and academic staff International Aid and Development during the year influenced my decision to continue and pursue a degree in This innovative course offers students the opportunity to develop their International Relations at DCU. During my time at Ballsbridge College I gained understanding of current global development issues and challenges. invaluable experience, developed academic It provides students with the theory and practical skills for a career in skills and confidence essential to progress to third level education. The course tutors were the development sector working in non-governmental agencies or supportive and encouraging throughout voluntary agencies. the year. The course offered a diverse range of modules, so you can explore a specific Ireland's development aid is delivered through the Government aid programme, Irish Aid, as area of interest. The personal assessments well as through the many non-governmental organisations such as Trocaire, Self Help Africa and and tutorials throughout the academic year Concern. Graduates of this course will be well equiped to work in global development agencies were helpful. I would highly recommend the and organisations in the areas of fundraising, publicity, advocacy and development. course." The course is designed for both the school leaver and the adult learner who has an interest in Sophie Mahood, 2014 graduate, progressed to International Relations, DCU. pursuing a career or further studies in global development. The following websites may be of interest for more information on International Aid & Course Content Development courses: www.irishaid.gov.ie; www.dcu.ie ; www.nuim.ie and www. developmenteducation.ie ¨¨ Global Development ¨¨ Business Administration Issues ¨¨ Work Experience ¨¨ Applied Economics ¨¨ Communications ¨¨ Political Studies ¨¨ Word Processing ¨¨ Intercultural Studies ¨¨ Internet Higher Education Links: For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the Certification websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and Awarding Body: QQI scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies visit www.cao.ie Award Code: 5M2102 Level: 5 - further education & training Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. DCU BA (Hons) International Relations – DC231 UCC BSc (Hons) International Development – CK214 UCD BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology – DN750 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

20 The Ballsbridge College Level 6 course in Community Development is a must for Community Development - Level 6 anyone who wants to make a difference in their community. I really enjoyed exploring Community Development organisations in Ireland make a valuable the socio-economic problems we face as a society and how we can tackle these issues contribution to the achievement of social change, equality and social through community development. I am now justice. Community development workers have been presented with a using my skills gained in my work as a drug support worker with the CRIS Project." number of opportunities and challenges over the recent years by the Yoven Payendee: Community Development Graduate rapidly changing social context of Ireland including work with new 2018, working in the Community Development sector communities, migrant workers and refugees; combating racism and Course Content challenging the persistence of other social and economic inequalities.

¨¨ Community ¨¨ Social Analysis - Level 6 Community development seeks to empower communities and works across a range of services Development Practice ¨¨ Strategic Planning - including information and advice, counselling, advocacy and support and targets an equally - Level 6 Level 6 ¨¨ Community ¨¨ Supervisory Skills - diverse range of people and areas of interest. Development Theory - Level 6 This course will equip learners with the range of skills and knowledge to implement and deliver Level 6 ¨¨ Communications - ¨¨ Group Work Theory and Level 6 community development programmes that adhere to the key community development Practice - Level 6 ¨¨ Work Experience - principles of participation, empowerment and collective decision making in a structured and Level 6 co-ordinated way. Certification Students will apply this knowledge and skill-base through participation in a work based training Awarding Body: QQI programme over two full days per week. Award Title: Certificate in Community Development Entry Requirements: Award Code: 6M3674 QQI Level 5 qualification or equivalent OR appropriate work experience Level: 6 - further education & training Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. TU Dublin BA (Hons) Community and Youth Development – TU992 Maynooth University BA (Hons) Community & Youth Work – MH116 Maynooth University BA (Hons) Community & Youth Work – MH802 (part-time) UCD BSc Social Science – DN700 UCD BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology – DN750 UCC BSoc Sc (Hons) Youth & Community Work – CK114 (mature students only) Carlow College BA (Hons) Social, Political and Community Studies – PC405 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (6M3674) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

21 Peter Conlon: Applied Psychology graduate, 2018 Current Position: 1st year undergraduate, Applied Psychology, IADT

My experience at Ballsbridge College has had a long lasting impact on my life. Ballsbridge has given me new friends who I remain in strong contact with to this day, and teachers, who provided the most incredible amount of knowledge, support, character and companionship. Ballsbridge College has done an amazing job equipping me with the knowledge and skills to pursue my life ahead of me and preparing me and my classmates with the skills needed to take on the real world. Now in IADT studying Applied Psycholgy, I have begun to understand and appreciate just what an amazing standard of education that Ballsbridge College delivers to its students. The members of staff were incredibly well selected, I honestly don't think that there could ever have been any better candidates to fill the job requirement. They were all incredibly efficient at their jobs and incredibly skilled in their fields. Ballsbridge College was an experience that I will never forget. If the college offered a degree course, I would have gone without hesitation. I would recommend Ballsbridge College to anyone, and have been recommending Ballsbridge College to everyone.

Siobhán Loughrey: Criminology and Social Studies graduate 2019 Current Position: undergraduate student at Stirling University studying Sociology and Criminology

In Ballsbridge College I studied Criminology and Social Studies. Completing this course was how I got my place in University of Stirling. Early in the year I got a conditional offer for the course which gave me specific grades to achieve. Career guidance was available while I was applying to help with my application, and my teachers were always willing to have a chat or go over something I wasn’t sure on. I believe the work experience that I took part in was an incredible experience and added to my personal development. I was a part of the college Erasmus programme to Amsterdam with a number of other students. During my time on the Erasmus programme I developed skills and made friends with students from other classes in the college. The course was a great help to me in achieving my goal and the teachers were always helpful to me. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Ballsbridge College to anyone.

Claire Brazil: International Aid and Development Graduate 2019 Current Position: 1st year undergraduate, International Relations, DCU

The year I spent in Ballsbridge College was unplanned but a great surprise. I chose to study International Aid and Development because it offered a broad range of topics. Thanks to my time in Ballsbridge College I now attend DCU and study International Relations. My course in Ballsbridge has allowed me to hit the ground running in DCU and has given me a broader knowledge base to work with. The course opened my eyes to many cultures and to many career opportunities. The classes were the perfect stepping stone from school to college and gave me a better understanding as to what university would ask of me. The teachers and class tutors where always happy to help with any problems and their guidance through the year helped me decide what third level colleges to apply for.

22 “As mature students we highly recommend this course. We have developed a high Administration Skills for Business level of computer skills, have improved our confidence and feel prepared for job This course provide learners with a comprehensive knowledge and placement. The teachers are very patient understanding of information and communications technology and and generous with their time and there is a good college atmosphere.” practical IT skills required in the performance of a broad range of Anne Cummins, Gloria Nugent, Priscila Sousa and Teresa administrative and organisational tasks. Sheridan, graduates 2014 It suits learners who want to acquire computer skills for the first time. Course Content It also suits learners who may have been in the work-force before but ¨¨ Word Processing ¨¨ Business Administration who now need to update and develop new skills. The course will build ¨¨ Spreadsheets ¨¨ Internet ¨¨ DeskTop Publishing ¨¨ Communications confidence and those who complete it will have gained improved ¨¨ Accounting- Manual ¨¨ Personal Effectiveness and Computerised ¨¨ Work Experience communications and interpersonal skills. Participants will develop Certification excellent keyboard, IT and accountancy skills and learn the basics of Awarding Body: QQI good business administration. Classes take place from 9.00 am to 2.00 Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies pm, Monday to Friday. Award Code: 5M2102 Level: 5 - further education & training The traditional formats of employment are changing. Employers are now providing more flexible working conditions to attract and retain their employees. In this context there is an Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. increasing opportunity for the mature job applicant who can be more settled and committed to a particular employer. Entry Requirements: There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Institutions. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Part-time Courses: Graduates may apply for part-time Management, Accounting and Finance degree programmes in TU Dublin.

23 I started in DCU with many advantages, thanks to my time in Ballsbridge Web Design and Multimedia College where I learnt a lot about time management, assignment writing, study This course is designed to equip students with the specialist skills to skills and self- directed independent learning. Ballsbridge College provided build industry-standard websites using Creative Suite software. Learners me with a friendly supportive positive will develop skills in digital multimedia including graphic design, learning environment in which to develop illustration, sound, animation, web authoring, project management and my multimedia skills and knowledge and prepare me for further study. I had gained digital movie making for web based content. a good grounding and experience of many This course is particularly suited to those who have an interest in computer graphics and of the modules on the degree programme; web-based multimedia. Successful students will need an artistic flair for use in multimedia-rich I had acquired an extra layer of maturity, website development and a deep commitment to developing the wide range of computer skills having completed the PLC course and I knew necessary for this fast-changing environment. what was expected from me as a third level student." Graduates of this course will be well placed to avail of the increasing number of employment Daniel Rice Murphy, Web Authoring and Multimedia opportunities that are arising in this rapidly expanding industry. The Forfás Report on the Future graduate 2016, studying Multimedia, DCU Skills Requirement of the Digital Media Industry indicated the potential of this sector: "As high bandwidth technologies become increasingly pervasive around the globe, they will Course Content fuel an insatiable demand for high quality content … This content will span entertainment, ¨¨ Web Authoring ¨¨ Computer Illustrated information, education and business applications, as well as novel applications that we cannot ¨¨ Multimedia Authoring Graphics even envisage at present. Consequently there are huge opportunities for a country which can ¨¨ Media Analysis ¨¨ The Internet position itself at the nexus of the creative arts and digital technology" . ¨¨ Multimedia Project ¨¨ Design Development ¨¨ Communications Students participate in a successful work experience placement during the course. ¨¨ Work Experience Software: Adobe Creative Platforms (web authoring software), PhotoShop, Illustrator and InDesign (computer illustrated graphics Certification and image processing), and Animate, HTML5 and JavaScript (animation and games design digital movie production software). Awarding Body: QQI Higher Education Links: Award Title: Certificate in Multimedia Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Production Institutions. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, Award Code: 5M2146 www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants Level: 5- further education & training are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: DCU BSc (Hons) Multimedia – DC133 DCU BA (Hons) Communications Studies – DC131 IADT Dun Laoghaire - BA (Hons) Creative Computing – DL 836 (require LC Maths O6/H7) Maynooth University Computer Science through Arts – MH601 (require LCE Maths O3/H7) Maynooth University Computer Science through Science – MH602 (require LCE Maths O3/H7) Maynooth University Media Studies with Computer Technology – MH109 (require LCE Maths O3/H7) WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2146) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

24 Greg Lont: Web Design & Multimedia Graduate 2019 Current Position: Games Development (QQI Level 6)

I loved my time at Ballsbridge College. I benefited from the course both professionally and personally. I am very proud of the results that I achieved. I believe that I could not have done it without the amazing support of the teachers at College. They were very reassuring and helpful whenever I struggled to understand something on the course. I learnt a lot of skills that will definitely benefit me in the future. I am very thankful for this invaluable experience and I would add that if you are looking for an inspiring place to continue your education I strongly recommend attending Ballsbridge College. Thank you for the wonderful support!

Shannon Keys: Digital Marketing Graduate, 2018 Current Position: 2nd year undergraduate– Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons), DCU

When I completed my Leaving Cert, I had no idea what direction I wanted to go in life or what career path I wanted to pursue. I found myself researching multiple courses, I finally settled on Digital Marketing in Ballsbridge College. This was one of the best decisions I have made in life yet. From the day I entered Ballsbridge College a huge feeling of confidence was instilled within me by all the teachers. The teachers are truly second to none, they consistently do everything in their power to encourage and assist you to perform the best you possibly can during your time here. My goal was to gain entry into Bachelor of Business Studies in Dublin City University and I succeeded in this. I proudly attribute my achievement to all of my teachers in Ballsbridge College. The support, dedication, and motivation displayed by each and every tutor in Ballsbridge College is remarkable. I can safely say that the knowledge and skills that I gained during my time here was vital to my success in the first year of my university degree. “What we learn with pleasure we never forget.” —Alfred Mercier

Rebecca Curran: Community Development Graduate 2017 Current Position: 3rd Year Community and Youth Development, TU Dublin

Before applying to Ballsbridge College I had no idea what interested me enough to make me want to learn more and eventually, what kind of job I wanted to do. While doing Community Development I realised that what I wanted to do was work in the community and with people trying to help however I could. The modules that we studied during the course were so interesting and helped me learn how to see things from different perspectives. I made some really good friends while in Ballsbridge College and as a class we got on really well, even helping each other through the assignments that were given in each module. Because of the help and support that I got while studying in Ballsbridge College I discovered the path I wanted to go down to study and I would recommend that anybody who isn’t sure of what they want to do or be does a QQI course in Ballsbridge College because I truly believe that I wouldn’t be where I am today without the help of everyone in Ballsbridge College.

25 Course Content Foundation Teaching ¨¨ Concepts in Education ¨¨ Research and Study and Training Skills The course is aimed at learners who are considering a career in a variety ¨¨ Training and ¨¨ Social Studies Development Contexts ¨¨ Communications of education contexts, including post primary teaching, adult education, ¨¨ Interpersonal and Group ¨¨ Work Experience Behaviour ¨¨ Word Processing community education and workplace training. Certification Learners will gain a wide understanding of the Irish Education System and the dominant philosophies, principles, concepts and practices in education and training for adults and young Awarding Body: QQI people. Key educational issues, including the social influences surrounding how people learn Award Title: Certificate in Education and Training and the potential barriers to learners will be explored. Award Code: 5M3635 Learners will study a strong core of foundation modules in education and training. They will Level: 5 - further education & training learn the role reflective practice plays in the delivery of quality teaching and learning. The learner Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. will develop key skills including facilitation skills, group work skills and research and study skills. Higher Education Links: Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Institutions. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Ballsbridge College of FE TEFL and Business Management (QQI Level 6) Maynooth University Think about Teaching Foundation course WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme

26 As a TEFL student, my love for both English and different cultures has been effectively TEFL with Business Management united. When I qualify as a TEFL teacher I will have an exciting and useful tool Ballsbridge College of Further Education is one of the leading providers to add to my skill-set." Denise Kennedy – TEFL graduate 2012 of daytime and evening courses in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) in Dublin. Course Content The College offers QQI certification and prepares students for the Cambridge suite of examinations including the First Certificate (FE) and ¨¨ TEFL – QQI CELT ¨¨ Computerised Accounts Certificate – Level 6 the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE). Training is also provided for ¨¨ Business Management ¨¨ Business Law - Level 6 ¨¨ Spreadsheets Level 6 the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). ¨¨ Marketing ¨¨ Communications Level 6 Management- Level 6 ¨¨ Work Placement Level 6 Accordingly the College is well equipped with the resources and expertise to provide quality ¨¨ Sales Presentations- Level 6 training in TEFL. Teachers of EFL are in constant demand both in Ireland and throughout the world. In addition here are many opportunities for teaching adults and children from other Certification countries now resident in Ireland.

Awarding Body: QQI This course is recognised by the Accreditation and Co-ordination of English Language Services (ACELS - QQI), the regulatory body for TEFL teaching in Ireland. The course provides students Award Title 1: QQI CELT (Certificate in English Language Teaching) with a professional set of management, business as well as TEFL skills. Award Title 2: Advanced Certificate in Business (6M4985) Entry Requirements: Level: 6-further education and training In respect of non-native speaker applicants, evidence will be required that they are of a C1 Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. English Language Level (Council of Europe Language Level Criteria), or Advanced aspiring to Proficiency. The key elements of TEFL are: Higher Education Links: ¨¨ An introduction to English Language Teaching A significant number of students use this course as a foundation English Language course ¨¨ The four skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing ¨¨ Teaching Practice before continuing to further courses at degree and post-degree level. ¨¨ Teaching, Monitoring and Evaluation Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: The EFL section of the course is 120 hours. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the Teaching practice is mandatory and organised by the College. The course also provides Business websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all Management Training to prepare participants for times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and administration work in Language Schools. scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie

* The QQI CELT (Certificate in English Language Teaching) has been placed on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) as a Special Purpose Award at Level 7. Therefore, the delivery of this course in Ballsbridge College in September 2020 is subject to our proposed course being validated by QQI.

27 I am so grateful that I had the chance to study at Ballsbridge College. I recommend English (EFL) & Business Communications it to foreign students but also to native speakers. It was a great experience which Ballsbridge College has been providing a course in English as a Foreign opened my eyes to a different future career path and prepared me for life in UCD. I Language for over thirteen years. During this time the course has would like to thank all the extraordinary expanded to facilitate students with differing levels of English and has teachers that helped me and encouraged me to follow my dreams. They gave me the become an integral part of the college. It attracts students from all over all support I needed throughout the year. the world and from many different cultures and backgrounds. Ballsbridge College felt more like a family than a school and I couldn’t recommend it All the students have the desire to learn English in a dynamic environment, on a course that more to anyone interested or thinking about combines English language with the study of business and computers. Many students have studying there." used these qualifications to help them secure employment here in Ireland. Aurelia Vasile, EFL and Business Communication graduate 2018, studying Commerce, UCD Entry Requirements: Course Content Applicants must have at least a lower intermediate standard of English to facilitate learning through the medium of English. ¨¨ English as a Second ¨¨ Marketing Practice Language ¨¨ Spreadsheets Applicants will be required to take an assessment to determine their level of competence in ¨¨ Business Administration ¨¨ Work Experience English so that they can be placed in a class most appropriate for them. ¨¨ Communications ¨¨ Word Processing ¨¨ Intercultural Studies ¨¨ Internet Applicants are also required to complete a course application form available from the college. All applicants must have fully complied with any necessary residence requirements pertaining at Certification the time of application. Awarding Body: QQI Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies Higher Education Links: Award Code: 5M2102 A significant number of students use this course as a foundation English Language course Level: 5 - further education & training before continuing to further courses at degree and post-degree level Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: University of Cambridge Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Institutions. For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, Awards: * www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants ¨¨ First Certificate in English are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, ¨¨ Certificate in Advanced English applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating ¨¨ Certificate in Proficiency Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie ¨¨ Cambridge Business English Certificates Students are entered for the certificate most WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award appropriate to their level of English. (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. *There will be an additional charge to cover exam entry for Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- students taking these exams. scheme

28 Carmel Purdom: TEFL Graduate 2014 Current Position: TEFL Teacher

Having graduated from UCD in 2013, I was unsure of the most effective way to incorporate my B.A. into my career. A cursory Google search led me to the TEFL course in Ballsbridge College and I phoned the college for more information. I discussed the matter with the Principal of Ballsbridge College of Further Education, who addressed all my questions and concerns. I enjoyed my time at Ballsbridge College of Further Education. I found the TEFL course informative and interesting. I feel it has equipped me to address the practical challenges of a new career head on. I found that, not only my tutors, but all staff in the college were completely focused on assisting me at every phase of my course. I had unlimited support with finding books and teaching resources, assistance with photocopying for lesson plans and, probably most helpful of all, a calming glass of water and some welcome reassurance just before a teaching practice ! Since qualifying I have worked consistently for a large private Language School and have found both the theoretical and practical elements of my TEFL course to be invaluable. I am happy to recommend any student to attend Ballsbridge College of Further Education due to the dedication and kindness of the staff. I wish all future students the happy memories and good friends I have made there.

Nikita Doyle: Auctioneering, Estate Agency & Valuation Graduate, 2017 Current Position: 3rd year undergraduate, Property Economics, TU Dublin

I always had an interest in the property sector and hoped to find a course that was property related. During my research of various colleges, I came across the Auctioneering, Estate Agency & Valuation course in Ballsbridge College and I was immediately drawn to it. The course gripped me from the very beginning right and right to the end of my college year. It was thoroughly enjoyable, captivating, but challenging at times also. The course consisted of 9 modules, many of which I had not studied before. Each one was very intriguing and different in their own way. I found the continuous assessments throughout the year very helpful. The course also consisted of two weeks work experience in the property sector. I found this extremely beneficial, as it allowed me to gain experience in the industry, which I hope to pursue a career in the future. My experience at Ballsbridge College has been nothing but enjoyable and extremely beneficial. The college has had a very positive impact on my life. I am so grateful to the lecturers at the college for their guidance and tuition during my time at the college. The lectures not only helped me to achieve my dream course by pushing me to achieve the best grades, they taught me skills which I will use throughout my future studies and career. They made me feel I had the potential to progress and achieve what I wanted. I am now currently in DIT (now TU Dublin), studying level 8 “Property Economics”. Ballsbridge has given me a huge advantage, by preparing me for my current course in DIT (now TU Dublin). I would highly recommended Ballsbridge College to everyone. From each lecturer’s dedication to the pleasant environment it has so many options for everyone. It is because of the lecturers at Ballsbridge College that I have got to where I am today and I am so grateful. 29 Ballsbridge College has a personal interest in all its students that I found remarkable. Auctioneering, Estate Agency and Valuation The lecturers on my course were diligent, passionate, practical and enthusiastic about This is a well established one year full-time Post Leaving Certificate their subjects and extremely generous with their time. My experience in Ballsbridge course developed in conjunction with the Society of Chartered College has given me the courage and Surveyors Ireland (SCSI). The course provides a solid introduction to motivation to pursue my goals not only in education but in life also. I highly Auctioneering. recommend the Auctioneering Estate By the end of the year, students will be equipped with key auctioneering and estate agency Agency and Valuation course in Ballsbridge College for anyone interested in a career in skills, as well as an understanding of a comprehensive range of modern business functions the property industry.“ such as IT, Economics and Law. As part of the course, students are required to gain practical experience by working for two weeks in a property related environment. Richard Donovan Auctioneering, Estate Agency & Valuation Graduate 2015, progressed to Property Economics, TU Dublin Higher Education Links: For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the Course Content websites of the relevant higher education institutions.Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and ¨¨ Estate Agency Practice ¨¨ Communications scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or ¨¨ Valuation ¨¨ Spreadsheets visit www.cao.ie ¨¨ Applied Economics ¨¨ Word Processing ¨¨ Business Administration ¨¨ Work Experience ¨¨ Business Law Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: Certification TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Surveying (Property Economics) – TU836 TU Dublin BSc (Ord) Auctioneering, Valuation & Estate Management – TU731 Awarding Body: QQI Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies LIT BSc (Hons) Real Estate (Prop. Val & Mgt) – LC242 Award Code: 5M2102 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award Level: 5 - further education & training (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Apprenticeship Programme: Ballsbridge College Advanced Certificate in Auctioneering and Property Services (successful graduates are eligible to apply for PRSA licence) Part-time Courses: TU Dublin/IPAV Higher Certificate in Business in Real Estate: Valuation Sale & Management (120 ECTS) IT Sligo/SCSI Higher Certificate in Property Services and Facilities Management Overseas Links: Heriot -Watt, Scotland BSc (Hons) Urban Planning and Property Development K490

30 A hidden gem of a college for studying property management. Fantastic lecturers Property Management with real industy experience and who are patient and enthusiastic with school leavers This is a one year full-time Post Leaving Certificate course to prepare and mature students. The small student numbers creates a friendly atmosphere students for employment in the property management sector and for every day. There are great networking progression to further study. Property management and the rental/ opportunities with visitng speakers and intern opportunties." letting sector is a growth area in Ireland. Martine Leben, Propery Management graduate 2012 By the end of the year students will have clear understanding of the procedures and legislation Course Content involved in the rental market including property standards, registration, finance, the day-to-day running of property, the Residential Tenancies Act 2004, building energy rates and taxation. ¨¨ Property Management ¨¨ Estate Agency Practice Students will also have an understanding of a comprehensive range of modern business ¨¨ Valuation ¨¨ Word Processing functions such as IT, Economics and Law. As part of the course students are required to gain ¨¨ Business Administration ¨¨ Spreadsheets ¨¨ Applied Economics ¨¨ Communications practical experience by working for two weeks in a property related environment. ¨¨ Business Law ¨¨ Work Experience Higher Education Links: Certification For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie , www.cao.ie and the Awarding Body: QQI websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and Award Code: 5M2102 scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or Level: 5 - further education & training visit www.cao.ie Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change. Examples of Progression to Higher Education Full-time Courses: TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Surveying (Property Economics) – TU836 TU Dublin BSc (Ord) Auctioneering, Valuation & Estate Management – TU731 LIT BSc (Hons) Real Estate (Prop. Val & Mgt) – LC242 WIT Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with WIT linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression- scheme Apprenticeship Programme: Ballsbridge College of FE Advanced Certificate in Auctioneering and Property Services (successful graduates are eligible to apply for PRSA licence) Part-time Courses: TU Dublin/IPAV Higher certificate in Business in Real Estate: Valuation Sale & Management (120 ECTS) IT Sligo/SCSI Higher Certificate in Property Services and Facilities Management Overseas Links: Heriot -Watt, Scotland BSc (Hons) Urban Planning and Property Development-K490

31 Earn and Learn Course Content Apprenticeship- Auctioneering and Year 1 Year 2 Property Services ¨¨ Estate Agency Skills ¨¨ Sales & Marketing ¨¨ Estate Agency Practice ¨¨ Building Construction 1 The Auctioneering and Property Services Apprenticeship is a two- ¨¨ Marketing & Customer ¨¨ Building Construction 2 Service ¨¨ Law for Property year ‘earn and learn’ programme, combining on-the-job training with ¨¨ Valuations 1 Services 2 ¨¨ Valuations 2 ¨¨ Property Management 1 academic study. ¨¨ Law for Property ¨¨ Property Management 2 Services 1 ¨¨ Professional It leads to an Advanced Certificate in Auctioneering and Property Services and allows ¨¨ Economics for Property Management Capstone Services apprentices to hit the ground running early in their career ¨¨ ICT for Property Services ¨¨ Professional The government-supported programme was developed by the CDETB in partnership with the Development Property Services industry. There are no course charges for the apprentice. Apprentices spend four days a week in the workplace and attend college one day per week. Certification They develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours necessary for a successful career in estate agency, property management and property letting. The apprentice is supported in the Awarding Body: QQI workplace by a mentor and a structured programme of on-the-job training and development. Award Title: Advanced Certificate in Auctioneering and Property Services Entry Requirements: Award Code: 6M20629 Leaving Certificate Grade O6/H7 or above in 5 Leaving Certificate subjects or equivalent OR a Level: 6- further education and full QQI Level 5 or Level 6 Certificate in a Business Discipline of equivalent OR other relevant training experience /employment (3 years) having reached the age of 19. Adjudicated on a case by case Learners who successfully complete the basis. apprenticeship will be eligible to apply for a licence from the Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA). Employment Opportunities: Learners who successfully complete the apprenticeship will be eligible to apply for a Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA) licence which qualifies them to work in the sector. Higher Education Links: For information on all relevant higher education links visit www.qqi.ie, www.cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admission Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit www.cao.ie Examples of Progression to Higher Education TU Dublin BSc (Ord) Auctioneering, Valuation and Estate Agency (Full-time) TU731 On completion of the apprenticeship programme, the learner would be eligible to apply to at least year 2 of this degree course. TU Dublin BSc (Hons) Property Economics (Full-time) TU836 On completion of the apprenticeship programme, the learner would be eligible to apply to at least year 2 of this degree course.

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