Courses by QQI
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is a state agency established by the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012.
Their functions include those previously carried out by these bodies:
- Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
- Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC)
- Irish Universities Quality Board (IUQB)
- National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (NQAI)
Qualifications, Standards, Awards, Recognition
Firstly, QQI is responsible for maintaining the ten-level National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). They are also an awarding body and set standards for awards they make in the NFQ.
Furthermore, the agency validates education and training programmes. They make extensive awards in the further education and training sector including in the Education and Training Boards.
They also make awards in higher education. These are mainly to students attending private colleges and educational institutions. Universities and Institutes of Technology generally make their own awards.
QQI also provide advice on recognition of foreign qualifications in Ireland and on the recognition of Irish qualifications abroad.
Quality Assurance
In addition, QQI review the effectiveness of quality assurance in further and higher education and training providers in Ireland. This includes the Universities, Institutes of Technology, Education and Training Boards. It also includes providers in the private further and higher education and training sectors (availing of QQI awards).
IEM
Another function of QQI is to authorise the use of an International Education Mark (IEM) for providers.
This is awarded to providers of education and training (including English language training) who have demonstrated compliance with a statutory code of practice in the provision of education and training to international students.
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BA (Hons) in Marketing with Event Management
Classroom Based, Marketing Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinEvent management professionals are widely seen as important to the development and success of Irish business and the tourism industry. This stream will provide graduates with a blend of knowledge and skills to equip them for employment in positions in marketing and/or event management, or will alternatively enable them to proceed to postgraduate study. The…
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BA (Hons) Interior Architecture
Classroom Based Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe graduates who successfully complete this programme will be able to design interiors in terms of space, materials, detailing and atmosphere. They will be able to sketch, draught, produce advanced computer aided visualisations, including walk-throughs, using the latest software packages, apply advanced technology and manage design projects. Interior Design – Architecture
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BA (Hons) Marketing - Digital Media and Cloud Computing
Classroom Based, Digital Marketing Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinThe BA (Hons) in Marketing with Digital Media and Cloud Computing is a specialised and innovative programme, which has been created to meet the needs of learners who seek to develop their knowledge and appreciation of concepts and frameworks of marketing with digital media at BA level. The programme is academically challenging and the course features…
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BA (Hons) Marketing - Digital Media and Cloud Computing
Classroom Based, Digital Marketing Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinThe BA (Hons) in Marketing with Digital Media and Cloud Computing is a specialised and innovative programme, which has been created to meet the needs of learners who seek to develop their knowledge and appreciation of concepts and frameworks of marketing with digital media at BA level. The programme is academically challenging and the course features…
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BA (Hons) Marketing (Digital Media & Cloud Computing)
Digital Marketing Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinOverview The BA (Hons) in Marketing (Digital Media and Cloud Computing) is a specialised and innovative programme, which has been created to meet the needs of learners who seek to develop their knowledge and appreciation of concepts and frameworks of marketing with digital media at BA level. The programme is academically challenging and the course…
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BA (Hons) Psychology (PSI accredited)
Classroom Based, Psychology Courses Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinOverview Psychology is one of the most exciting and interesting subjects available in third level education. It is the study of human behaviour in all its forms normal and abnormal, natural and learned, productive and destructive. It is a modern and progressive area of study, which with a 150-year history, is currently experiencing unprecedented growth…
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BA (Hons) Psychology (PSI accredited)
Classroom Based, Psychology Courses Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinPsychology is one of the most exciting and interesting subjects available in third level education. It is the study of human behaviour in all its forms normal and abnormal, natural and learned, productive and destructive. It is a modern and progressive area of study, which with a 150-year history, is currently experiencing unprecedented growth and…
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BA (Hons) Social Science
Classroom Based, Social Studies Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinOverview Whether your interest is in progressing towards a career in areas such as youth and community work, professional social research, policy analysis/development, working with disadvantaged and marginalised individuals, or you are interested in a broad-based undergraduate education, the BA (Hons) in Social Science (Level 8, 180 ECTS) is the degree for you. This degree…
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BA (Hons) Social Science
Classroom Based, Social Studies Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinWhether your interest is in progressing towards a career in the field of social care, professional social research or policy analysis, or whether you are interested in a broad-based undergraduate education, the BA (Hons) in Social Science is the degree for you. Social Science is the interdisciplinary study of human society. It draws upon disciplines…
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BA in Business
Classroom Based, Business Studies Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe BA (Ord) in Business is a 3 year full-time programme designed to give students a clearly structured business education. All key business functions are addressed, including, entrepreneurship, marketing, finance, accounting, human resources and information technology. The programme achieves a balance of practical hands-on business practice with academic knowledge offering students a broad understanding of…
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BA in Communications
Classroom Based, Journalism Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe BA in Communications is a three-year full-time programme which aims to give learners an introduction to communications platforms including photography, radio, journalism, and TV. The course involves both practical and academic projects and gives students the chance to work in real journalistic situations over the course of six semesters. Graduates of this programme can…
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BA in Film and Television Production
Classroom Based, Film Production Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinInterested in filmmaking and storytelling on screen? This course has been created for people who’ve already started to experiment in these areas. Delivered in association with Pulse College and Windmill Lane Recording Studios, the course will help you turn your passion into a fulfilling career. You’ll already have a fascination for film and television, and…
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BA in Film & Media
Classroom Based, Film Production Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinThe BA in Film & Media programme is an opportunity for you to spend three years developing skills and expertise in film, television, radio photography and other aspects of digital culture. You will also acquire a broad understanding of the various ways in which the contemporary audiovisual media impact on our relationship with the world.…
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BA in Film, TV and Screen Media Production
Classroom Based, Film Production Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis BA in Film, TV and Screen Production Media programme is designed in the specialist area of screen media production. This programme attracts learners because of the programme track-record for providing excellent employment prospects for learners who wish to pursue a career in the screen media industries. Graduates will be able to produce screen media…
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BA in Graphic Communication Design
Classroom Based, Graphic Art Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinOur BA in Graphic Communication Design is a three-year level 7 degree course available on a full-time basis. This challenging degree will teach you how to continuously respond with creativity, and create innovative visuals while developing a keen understanding of consumer culture and market trends. Achieve a degree in Graphic Communication Design in three years. Investigate…
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BA in Interior Architecture & Design
Classroom Based, Interior Design Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe BA in Interior Design is a three-year level 7 degree course that can be taken as either a full-time or an evening access programme. All candidates for the evening access programme should be 23 years or older. This course takes the student from initiation through to successful completion to produce an Interior Design graduate…
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BA in Legal and Business Studies
Classroom Based, Business & Law Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinThe aims of the programme are: To develop the students intellectual capacity and their practical skills in analysing legal and commercial problems To provide students with a sound theoretical framework and a comprehensive perspective of the legal system and the business environment To provide a business insight to legal practice and a legal insight to…
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BA in Legal Studies
Classroom Based, Legal Studies Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - DublinThe philosophy of this programme is to provide students with an appropriate base of relevant study in the area of law. The aims of the programme are: To develop the students intellectual capacity and their practical skills in analysing legal problems To provide students with a sound theoretical framework and a comprehensive perspective of the…
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BA in Marketing
Classroom Based, Marketing Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis three year programme engages students on all key marketing disciplines while also giving them grounding in broader business disciplines.The BA in Marketing at Griffith College gives students the opportunity to develop marketing skills and gain an understanding of business while also offering a flexible learning model for students to exit or progress to further…
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BA in Pharmaceutical Business Operations
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Pharmacy Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis Degree in Pharmaceutical Business Operations developed by Innopharma Education in conjunction with Griffith College and is suitable for those with a higher certificate in Science, Engineering or Quality and will equip individuals with these skills and competencies. The pharmaceutical industry has traditionally required individuals with a strong science or engineering backgrounds to support its…
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BA in Photographic Media
Photography Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe BA in Photographic Media’s aim is to equip our image-makers with the necessary skills and understanding required to compete with the artistic and creative demands of a competitive commercial industry. Creating work and content across different platforms including; photo books, website and video are just some of the beneficial aspects of this programme with…
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BA in Photographic Media
Classroom Based, Photography Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe BA in Photographic Media’s aim is to equip our image-makers with the necessary skills and understanding required to compete with the artistic and creative demands of a competitive commercial industry. Creating work and content across different platforms including; photo books, website and video are just some of the beneficial aspects of this programme with…
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BA Journalism
Classroom Based, Communications Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin(Journalism) – This three year full-time degree programme concentrates on expanding the student’s knowledge and skills in the thriving world of journalism. Mediabased training, both practical and academic, is central to the programme as we prepare students for a career in media. Students learn to work in real journalistic situations – in print and broadcasting…
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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Accounting and Finance
Classroom Based, Finance Course by Independent College Dublin - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance level 8 prepares students for a career in Accounting and Finance. The programme provides a comprehensive understanding of accounting and finance techniques and concepts, including current reporting standards and a range of contemporary issues. The programme provides a comprehensive education in the quantitative and analytical skills required in…
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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Marketing
Classroom Based, Marketing Course by Independent College Dublin - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe BA (Honours) in Marketing prepares students for a career as a marketing professional. The programme will provide students with a solid foundation in the principles of integrated marketing concepts and strategies. A comprehensive education in digital and analytical skills will equip the learners with the ability to develop strategic marketing plans and situational audits…
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Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Care
Distance Learning, Childcare Course by Chevron College - Wexford Town, Co. WexfordWhy choose this course? Chevron College recognises that every childhood lasts a lifetime and acknowledges the significant role the Early Childhood Educator plays in shaping early childhood. Chevron, therefore, aims to ensure that graduates of this programme will emerge as highly qualified professionals who equally value their role, and the role of early childhood education…
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Bachelor of Arts in Social Care - September 2024
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Social Care Course by Open Training College - DublinThis course has been approved by CORU. Application centre is now open Next Course Commencement: September 16th, 2024 Apply by: May 20th, 2024 in time for Applicants Day on May 24th, 2024. Interviews for the first tranche of applicants will take place in person in Marino Institute of Education, Dublin, on Friday, May 24th 2024, 10am -…
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Bachelor of Business (Honours) in International Business Level 8 - Full Time
Classroom Based, International Management Course by Dorset College Dublin - Dublin City North, Co. DublinWhy take this course? The Bachelor of Business in International Business is an innovative, challenging business programme that will enable you to pursue a successful career as a professional, giving you a global focus, exposing you to key ideas and new thinking that is essential for enterprises that trade internationally. Eligibility for Funding Springboard courses…
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Bachelor of Business (Honours) - One Year Add-on
Classroom Based, Business Management Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis full time programme is ideal for any learner who wishes to pursue a career within the business discipline or as a means to progress to further studies in business or in a business related field at Level 9 (Masters) on the Irish National Qualifications Framework.
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Bachelor of Business Level 7 - Full Time
Classroom Based, Business Studies Course by Dorset College Dublin - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe Bachelor of Business Level (NFQ Lever 7 programme is designed for those who wish to enter the field of Business as a career professional. It will provide you with a broad-based business education offering the opportunity to explore and understand key business functions. The programme has a strong focus both on the management and…