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Humans have always been on the move: sometimes by choice as colonisers, traders or travellers, and at other times by necessity, as migrants escaping difficult or dangerous circumstance or seeking better opportunities. Migration, the movement of people between places, can […]

This Adult Psychology course is an exciting introduction to the world of psychology. You will begin on a journey of self exploration of your feelings, personality and abilities. This personal and confidential course focuses on practical psychology and covers topics […]

An introduction to the main events of American history from the beginnings of English colonisation in the early seventeenth century to the present, this lecture-only module is divided chronologically in two parts. Among topics covered are the colonial period; the […]

This two-part course is comprised of two eight-lecture modules, which can be taken separately in each academic term or together to form a year-long programme. Section 1 is World Religions and Theological Frameworks, and this module examines the disciplines of […]

This lecture-only module provides an introduction to the ancient cultures of Anatolia (Asia Minor/modern Turkey) and the history, archaeology and art. The diverse people of this important Mediterranean region are less well-known than their Near Eastern counterparts to the south […]

The reign of King (later Emperor) Charlemagne (768-814 AD) marked a flourishing of the visual arts that had not been seen since the fall of the Roman Empire. Often styled the ‘Carolingian Renaissance’, the artistic culture of the period was […]

For FREE course brochure please visit www.kilroyscollege.ie/free_brochure In response to the recent launch of the General Service Recruitment campaign for both Army and Naval Service Recruits by the Irish Defence Forces, Kilroy’s College has developed a new distance learning preparation […]

Overview 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 […]

Overview 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 […]

Climate history is a rapidly evolving field of study that aims to: firstly reconstruct climate conditions over past centuries and millennia; and secondly understand how societies perceived and responded to changing climates and extreme weather. These aims can be best […]

Would you like to see your writing in print? Could you write a best seller? Our experienced Creative Writing tutor will guide and help you to develop your writing skills throughout your Kilroy’s College Creative Writing course. If you have […]

This module, led by Dr Rachel Moss, presents a thematic overview of the global intersections and relationships of Western visual and material culture across a range of historically located examples. Topics are explored in this module under the broad themes […]

This part of the Cultural Intersections in the History of Art course examines the influence of different global cultures on the history of Western art from the medieval period to the twentieth century. Organised thematically, Dr Rachel Moss will consider […]

The module in addiction studies gives a comprehensive overview of current thinking and practice in the area of addictive behaviours and substance use/abuse. It focuses on the historical evolution of the various conceptualisations of addiction, the underlying causes attributed to […]

Delivered by leading academics and financial services experts, the purpose of the Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering is to equip students (from a variety of professional and interested backgrounds) with an understanding of the history and nature of the money laundering […]

This criminology course from the outset, students will gain knowledge regarding matters such as the measurement and distribution of crime in society and official responses with regard to crime prevention and investigation. During the course, students will be exposed to […]

An interest in ancestral research can be a long-term hobby that enriches your life and informs your understanding of the past.  This Diploma course is the first step in a journey of self-fulfilment, whether the student is looking for structured […]

Course Details Full Course Name: Diploma in Immigration and Asylum Law Course Dates Next Course Commencing: 23rd September 2024 Duration: 10 weeks, 1 evening per week from 6.30pm to 9.30pm Course Award Award: City Colleges Diploma NFQ: Not Applicable Course […]

Course Overview What can you expect from this course? Choose from among the following. Homicide. Adultery. Mass murder. Betrayal. Bankruptcy and ruin (mostly of the 19th century variety). Inflated egos. Some self-sacrifice and nobility but lots of corruption, deceit, incompetence, […]

Overview The Diploma in Journalism and Content Creation programme is designed for those wishing to pursue or develop a career in the new media, content creation or broadcast journalism. It is a qualification for pre-entry and trainee journalists, as well […]

Journalism is more than a job. It is a passion, a life, a life’s work of engaging with the world. Journalists are not mere ‘processors of information’. They are also observers, interpreters, analysts, writers – and occasionally are called upon […]

The course will investigate and interrogate the decade (1913-23) in which the foundations were laid for Irish independence and in which the establishment of the Irish Free State was achieved. We will examine the unionist drive to forestall Home Rule […]

Learning Outcomes Students will have acquired an in-depth knowledge of politics and society to aid them in both their career and personal life. The student will have gained an understanding of the laws and rights that govern the Republic of […]

Studying psychology is of interest to everyone, both in terms of getting to know ourselves, the world around us, and the people in it.  Learning about how we think and how this influences aspects of our behaviour helps enormously in […]

Overview The Diploma in Sports Journalism is an intensive and unique approach to sports writing and reporting in the modern era. It incorporates breaking news, features, match reports and also embraces the electronic media, handing the student an ideal and […]

The Professional Diploma in Terrorism will be delivered from both a theoretical and also practical and operational perspectives. While the course will have a certain amount of theory and academic knowledge and context, it will also focus on methodologies that […]

This PTSD course aims to provide students with an understanding of the theory and treatment of trauma and PTSD related symptoms. It presents historical and emerging research and theory related to trauma and PTSD, with a focus on clinical treatment […]

This module deals with what has traditionally been known as Ireland’s ‘Golden Age’. Having begun with a brief introduction to prehistoric Ireland, it covers in more detail the period from the arrival of Christianity in the fifth century to the […]

This short course explores an alternative approach to drug misuse prevention using environmental education as a resource for positive personal development of young people.

Overview This course will provide an introduction to major authors of poetry, drama and prose through close examination of selected texts, chosen from among those prescribed for the Leaving Certificate. The course will be of special interest to teachers and […]