Applied Social Studies 5M2181
This one year Applied Social Studies course will introduce you to the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies and social care. This is the ideal starting point if you wish to progress to further studies or gain employment in a variety of community, health and educational organisations. Completion of the course will enable students to explore the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies by addressing a wide range of social issues Students will evaluate the need for care in society and develop an understanding of care provision in the public, private and voluntary sectors whilst also developing an awareness of the impact of social exclusion and disadvantage on the lives of individuals and an understanding of the interventions social care has to offer.
Social Studies 5N1370
Psychology 5N0754
Intercultural Studies 5N0765
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Political Studies 5N1837
Human Growth & Development 5N1279
Care Support 5N0758
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
At registration students will be requested to complete the necessary documentation in order to complete a successful Garda vetting process. Garda clearance is a mandatory requirement for work placement.
QQI Level 5 Award in Applied Social Studies (5M2181)
Student Contribution: €175
QQI Exam fee €50
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
Graduates of this course can apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme to pursue higher and advanced certificate or degree programmes at National Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities, and Universities.
- Students who successfully complete the course may gain employment in a wide variety of organisations such as residential centres, refuge hostels, family support services, educational organisations & community support projects.
The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website. Click here for details of * CAO QQI Requirements Lookup
For more information on third level progression links, visit:
- CAO - Course Search
- Careers Portal - QQI Graduate Course Finder
Instructional video on using Careers Portal to find a course
If you require further information on progression pathways from this course email: progression.gti@gretb.ie
Students may be awarded the opportunity to participate in a 2 or 3 week fully funded European work placement as part of this course.
Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.
Sandra Shoer
I knew that I wanted to study in the area of Social care but I was unsure of the course I wanted to do as this area is so broad. I wanted to know more about the Social Studies programme and what it contained before I planned on dedicating the next four years of my life to it.
I found this course online and I researched it thoroughly, I also called members of staff to get more information about the course which I found to be very helpful as they gave me a clearer idea of the Applied Social Studies course. I found the course to be more than I expected as the help and support I received throughout the year from members of staff and my lecturers in GTI was amazing and to a very high standard , the course also offered me hands on experience in this area of social care through my work placement which I found as a great benefit.
This course was a great stepping stone to help me receive a place in third level college, due to this course I now have a place on a Level 8 course in NUIG where I am continuing my studies in Sociology and Psychology through Arts. I hope you all have the great experience I encountered while studying in the GTI.
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
