Courses in Dundalk

This 60-credit, 3-semester part-time, predominately online programme has been developed in collaboration with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College, is ideally suited to holders of level 7 qualifications in Agriculture and related areas who wish to progress to a level 8 qualification. This programme offers students the opportunity to develop new skills to keep pace with ongoing…

This 2-year part-time course offers students the opportunity to develop and enhance their knowledge of applied Civil Engineering. The structure of the course closely follows that of a design project, allowing students to develop their skills in scheme and elemental design of real world projects while expanding their knowledge of specialist areas such as renewable…

The aim of this four-year level 8 Science course is to produce graduates with the knowledge, skills and competencies to respond effectively to current and future developments in the Biopharmaceutical or Environmental Bioscience sectors. Entry into this common entry level 8 Science course allows you the opportunity to experience both areas before specialising into their…

This is a 60-credit, part-time (year 3 entry only), level 7 add-on degree programme which will be delivered over 2 years. It was developed by DkIT in partnership with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College and is the first programme of its kind in Ireland. It is evident that there is a need to provide ongoing education…

This 8-week course will provide learners with a solid introduction to Building Information Modelling using Autodesk Revit. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-engineering/built-environment/building-information-modelling-using-autodesk-revit.html

There is a growing demand for building surveying expertise. Environmental awareness, sustainability issues, economic restraint and building legislation dictate that increasing emphasis be placed on the effective utilisation of proposed and existing buildings. In particular, property owners, developers and purchasers are encouraged to assess more closely the life cycle performance of proposed and existing buildings…

The Business Startup Diploma offers an excellent opportunity of professional skills development for any prospective new business owner. So, if you’re an entrepreneur and thinking of setting up your own business, this diploma will ensure you have the professional skills and know-how to make the process as seamless as possible. A Pitman Training Diploma is…

The Business Startup Diploma offers an excellent opportunity of professional skills development for any prospective new business owner. So, if you’re an entrepreneur and thinking of setting up your own business, this diploma will ensure you have the professional skills and know-how to make the process as seamless as possible. A Pitman Training Diploma is…

The aim of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to gain the CCNA certification.

The aim of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to gain the CCNA certification.

This online part-time course (1 year) aims to provide students with a strong grounding and transferable skills in Digital Animation Production processes, a solid understanding of the Production Pipeline, and techniques for both 2D and 3D. The online flexible mode of delivery allows you to study at times that suit your schedule, from any location…

The aim of this part-time Certificate in Accounting course is to facilitate an appreciation of the fundamental principles of accounting and to enable a Graduate of this Certificate, through the embedding of key skills, to perform a set of accounting tasks that are relevant to trading entities. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-business-and-humanities/business-studies/certificate-in-accounting.html

The aim of the programme is to enhance nurses’ evidence based knowledge, skills and competencies for the challenges of supporting individuals experiencing acute or chronic conditions of the respiratory system. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/nursing,-midwifery-and-early-years/certificate-in-adult-respiratory-nursing-practice.html

This 1 semester, 10-credit programme has been developed in collaboration with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College. This programme is targeted at holders of level 7 qualifications in Agriculture and related areas and it will cover the key in-demand subjects of Herd Health and Agricultural Genetics. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/agriculture-food-and-animal-health/certificate-in-advanced-livestock-production.html  

This 10-credit part-time programme focuses on developing knowledge and skills in molecular biology, genetics and the current and emerging laboratory techniques used in modern veterinary practice. The programme addresses the relevant applications of these techniques and technologies and their role in improving animal health. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/agriculture-food-and-animal-health/certificate-in-advanced-veterinary-analytical-techniques.html  

Graduates of the Certificate in Animal Biotechnology will gain an understanding of areas such as animal genetics, selective breeding and lineage traceability, and how molecular biology can be applied in the in the construction of genetically modified organisms within the animal setting.

This is a part-time, minor award at NFQ level 7, which runs from January to December. It was developed by DkIT in partnership with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College. It is evident that there is a need to provide ongoing education for qualified, experienced farmers to allow them to keep pace with ongoing technological and policy…

The aim of the programme is to provide the student with the opportunity to extend their understanding of electrical and electronic principles. Students will be exposed to terminology, electrical and electronic devices related to DC and AC circuits. Students will be able to interpret, test and measure basic DC circuits. An understanding of sensors and…

This course will give students extensive knowledge, understanding and competencies across a wide range of audio-visual principles and practices for online platforms, including camera operation, video editing, audio mixing, podcasting, vlogging, live streaming, presenting, motion graphics, storytelling, ethics, and media law. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-informatics-and-creative-arts/creative-arts-media-and-music/certificate-in-audio-visual-production-for-online-platforms.html

This part-time programme was developed to respond to skills needs identified in internal and external surveys, informal feedback, and knowledge of the current state of the veterinary industry. The areas of clinical governance, leadership, and mentoring are regarded as being of high relevance to veterinary nurses and practitioners, particularly to those who wish to broaden…

The Certificate in Communication Skills aims to introduce learners to the role of effective professional communication in business. This course provides insights into communication in business contexts informed by recent research, allowing learners to develop a range of professional communication skills. It also provides students with the opportunity to practice a range of professional communication…

This programme will allow nurses and midwives to develop the knowledge and skills to complete a comprehensive advanced health assessment in practice. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/nursing,-midwifery-and-early-years/certificate-in-comprehensive-advanced-health-assessment.html

Midwives work within increasingly complex and demanding clinical environments and this ‘Advanced Comprehensive Health Assessment for Midwives’ programme aims to facilitate midwives to expand their knowledge, skills and professional behaviours in these areas. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/nursing,-midwifery-and-early-years/certificate-in-comprehensive-health-assessment-for-midwives.html  

This 12-week part-time course aims to support nurses/midwives/Health and Social Care Professionals (HSCPs) in enhancing their knowledge, skills and understanding of the core principles of palliative care. This aim is in line with the National Clinical Programme for Palliative Care HSE (2014) objective to build palliative care capacity among all nurses/midwives/allied health professions to respond…

The aim of this one-year Springboard+ programme is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and competence necessary for a career in a professional cookery environment. This will be achieved by providing learners with the essential practical skills and knowledge required of modern day professionals working in kitchen environments. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-business-and-humanities/hospitality-(section)/certificate-in-culinary-skills.html

The Certificate in Data Analytics is a 1-year part-time conversion programme in Applied Data Analytics which was devised in response to the highlighted need for data savvy graduates. It will provide learners with skills in the areas of statistics, programming and databases that will enable them to transfer much of the domain specific knowledge/skill already…

Through case studies, live projects and practical exercises, this programme gives non-technical managers a foundation and understanding of the world of data and the confidence to develop fundamental, business-oriented questions about what the business needs, what business value is and how data can be used to create business value. Participants who complete this course will…

This fully online course will give students extensive knowledge, understanding and competencies across a wide range of digital media design principles and practices including: digital media design theory, creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation, digital marketing and digital animation. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-informatics-and-creative-arts/creative-arts-media-and-music/certificate-in-digital-media-design.html  

The 10-credit part-time programme focuses on developing knowledge and skills in small animal emergency and critical care for veterinary nurses. It was identified in response to skills needs identified in internal and external surveys. https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/agriculture-food-and-animal-health/certificate-in-emergency-and-critical-care-veterinary-nursing.html

The Certificate in Emergency Nursing is a 20 credit Level 8 Special Purpose Award delivered over 26 weeks using a blended learning delivery. It is a clinically based programme which aims to enhance the novice nurses’ knowledge, skills and competencies in the delivery of evidence based care for patients who are victims of accidents and…