Humanities & Social Sciences courses in Ireland

Learn about drug misuse, drug abuse, addiction and strategies for their safe use in this free online course. This course explains the differences between drug misuse, drug abuse, and addiction, including critical risk factors associated with drug misuse. Next, it covers topics such as chronic pain and controlled substances, mental illness and controlled substances, and…

Northern Ireland, like the Irish Free State, was born of revolution and civil war. Like much of contemporary Europe it was also indelibly marked by the experience of the Great War and the post-war break-up of empires. Though remaining part of the United Kingdom, it was a markedly different society from England, Scotland and Wales.…

This Maynooth University NUI Certificate level course is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to develop an understanding of psychology and to explore its relevance to the individual, family, community and society.

Online Art Appreciation course. Introduction to Irish Art will provide students with an introduction to approach ‘reading’ Irish art over the centuries. This is an online course but there will be an ‘in-person’ gallery visit to see some of the works described in the course. To register your interest for this course visit Crumlin Evening…

This free online course will explain the challenges of establishing and sustaining fair societies in a global framework. Are you interested in establishing, comprehending, and defending justice ideals in the international political sphere? Or is a decent and equitable global civilization possible? Should states and people want to agree on a set of arbitrary rules…

This programme module aims is toequip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply a person centred focus to their work with people with disabilities in a variety of settings.   Course description • Identify issues arising from the language and stereotyping • Define what is meant by a socially valued role…

Are you interested in learning about Person Centred Focus to Disability? Forus Training’s Level 5 course is starting on December 8th 2026 for €295 – payment options available!   This 7 week course will give you the knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply a person centred focus to their work with people with disabilities in…

Learn about the functions of the different systems in the human body with this free online pharmacology course. This free online pharmacotherapy course will teach you about the cardio, respiratory, gastro & endocrine systems. The human body is made up of several systems that all have different roles to play to ensure the body is…

Overview The series will return in February 2026 with a new line-up of talks. To be the first to hear when the new series is announced, you can sign up here. You can also explore the 2024 line-up here. Through six thought-provoking talks followed by interactive Q&A sessions, Trinity College Dublin’s philosophers share insights from their…

Participant Profile: This module is suitable for individuals who wish to acquire skills and knowledge in digital cameras including camera phones and entry level cameras. Learners will also produce trade processed colour and b/w prints. This is a classroom based course Programme Description: • Cameras: introduction and overview of the main high street digital cameras…

Have a job that makes a difference! There are certain skills you need to become a successful political scientist. The ICI Political Science Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently. How Will You Benefit? Fast track your career in politics and the public service Learn the inside secrets of how to become a political…

This one-year course will aim to prepare students for entrance into Arts programmes in Irish universities and colleges as well as preparing students to work in a European environment both in Ireland and abroad. Students will be able to take this cultural option through Archaeology, Folklore and History modules or concentrate on a language option…

Learners who successfully complete this course will: acquire the ability to write in different registers be able to edit and layout newspaper pages undertake research on a given topic demonstrate an understanding of political and social affairs both national and international.   Who should complete this course? Students who wish to achieve a QQI credit…

Overview The course is delivered in association with the HSE to help build capacity for the National Clinical Programme in Early Intervention Psychosis (EIP). The Professional Certificate is aimed at qualified clinicians working in health provision organisations, with a minimum of a foundation level CBT training or equivalent. To date, graduates of the Professional Certificate…

Elevate your photography skills and techniques with the Certificate in Digital Photography Course and take your craft to the next level. Led by tutors with over twenty years of expertise in academic instruction and industry practice, this course is ideal for beginners, aspiring photographers, anyone seeking a new creative outlet, content creators, bloggers, vloggers, social…

Course structure Our Addiction course is delivered as follows: Week 1: Meaning and Nature. Multiple conceptions of addiction in current practice, reflecting more than substance-related issues. Addiction and Psychiatry Week 2: Current neuro-biological, psychological, sociological and cultural understanding of the causes of addiction. Overview of different theoretical positions in conceptualising addiction (i.e. Medical, Religious, Psychological etc.) Week…

Please CLICK HERE to see our Accreditation Please Visit our Website HERE Format: Live-online Lecturer Led Classes (Virtual-Classroom) via Zoom Duration: 1 Evening Every Week 6pm to 9pm Length: 10 Weeks Online Live Attendance: 30 Hours Self-Directed Learning: 30 Hours Total CPD Credits: 60 Credits Assessment: Written Assignment +/- Viva Voca Assessment Award: Accredited Professional Diploma   Course Accreditation Professional Development…

Course structure  Learners will look at key topics such as: Introduction to the course, history and background of AML and TF. EU and Domestic legislation in relation to AML and TF. Designated persons The Risk based approach Customer Due Dilligence Reporting of suspicious transactions Transaction monitoring Record keeping Case studies Beneficial ownership Fraud and fraud…

Want to develop your technical and creative skills in this Professional Diploma in Creative and Commercial Photography course? Delivered by Griffith College’s award-winning photography department, this real-world diploma is designed for those looking to build a career behind the camera. It equips photographers with the technical, creative, and commercial skills needed to thrive in today’s…

Course structure Our Criminology and Forensic Psychology Course is delivered as follows: Introduction: nature or nurture? Measuring crime – separating fact from fiction. Social, Family & Environmental Theories of Crime – if only my parents cared. Biological traits, personal attributes and the mentally disordered mind. Psychopathy 1 – The Hare Test & the criminal psychopath…

Entry requirements Entry to the Advanced level course is conditional upon students having completed the Professional Certificate in Family History Research (Foundation) If you are interested in Family History Research but do not have the relevant experience please sign up for our Professional Certificate in Family History Research (Foundation) If you are unsure about your level…

Course structure Over 10 weeks, our Immigration Law Course covers: Week 1 – Introduction to Immigration Law in Ireland State bodies and functions Who is subject to Immigration control? Sources of Law Sovereignty and Immigration Control Immigration – a “How to” introduction to application making Week 2 – Entry and refusal at borders and initial…

Assessments / Exams A pass grade on the written assignment will be required for awarding of the Diploma in Irish History. Learning Outcomes On completion of this Diploma in Irish History, learners will be able to: Demonstrate a clear understanding of Ireland under the Union (1800–1922) and the key political, social and economic forces that…

Assessments / Exams To successfully complete this journalism course students must achieve a pass grade in 3 assessments. Short form print journalism (500-600 words) Radio journalism (2 minute .wav file) Long form journalism (2000 words OR 6 minute .wav file) The assignment/project must be handed in on the due date unless a sound reason for…

Assessments / Exams A pass grade on the written assignment will be required for awarding the politics and society diploma. Modules Week 1 Introduction to the course An Idiot’s Guide to democracy A tongue-in-cheek examination of how three centuries of modern liberal democracy has thrown up some highly illiberal autocrats. Week 2 Law, public administration…

Modules Week 1 – Understanding Terrorism and its Origins Week 2 – Motivations – Making the Terrorist Week 3 – Terrorist failures and successes (the evolving concept of the kidnap as a weapon) Week 4 – Contemporary Threats (including threat assessment and who the main players are) Week 5 – Reading the International Security Landscape (who does what and how…

Course structure Introduction to the trauma course; history of trauma theory (Janets’ phases, DSM inclusion) and treatment. Complex-PTSD and emerging issues (culture, labelling, legal implications, controversies). Theories and models of trauma; the body and trauma, impact on the brain and memory, Polyvagal Theory Theories and models of trauma II; Rothschild, Levine, Le Doux, Terr, Herman,…

It is with regret that we inform you that we will not be running the Night School at the moment. Want to understand yourself, others and the world we live in? Discover and experience, from a psychological viewpoint, some of the following topics: The Schools of Psychotherapy, Eating Disorders, Psychotherapy and Old Age, Children and…

In this course, explore the historical perspective of domestic violence, its categories, and critical phases. Next, we discuss important topics such as the characteristics of domestic violence victims and perpetrators, signs of domestic violence, and the responsibility of healthcare workers to report these incidents. We will also examine interventions and requirements related to domestic violence.…

Programme Overview  The Reflective Practice, Knowledge, Skills & Attitude programme aims to support students to gain experience as a practitioner in a community development context and integrate relevant theory with practice. Develop self-awareness and core skills to critically reflect on their practice in a comprehensive and ethical manner. Be responsible for managing their continuous professional development.  Format…