DCU

A Bridge to Higher Education

The course started April 2012.

Modules include:

-Bridge to Education (A 10 week  Fetac Level 4 course designed to build confidence and study skills to return to education. Delivered jointly with Whitehall College of Further Education). Modules include:

• Communications, Learning Process, Managing Information, English, Reading and Writing Skills, Presentation Skills
• Essential Maths, Computers, Internet and Digital Media
• University and Student Life

-FETAC Courses (Selected FETAC Level 5 modules, delivered in partnership with Whitehall College of Further Education). Modules include: Working with Groups, Business, Social Studies

Making a Difference

through Maths

Run by DCU in the Community, Ballymun, in partnership with Grant Thornton.

Maths in the Community programme was launched in April 2011. The programme aims to "make a difference through Maths" by working with local parents and students.

Maths for Parents course was launched on pilot basis in June 2011, with parent-groups referred by local primary and secondary schools, as well as community organisations, such as the Drop in Well Centre and the Ballymun Job Centre. The programme for parents focus on basic Maths skills, as well as everyday personal finance. The aim is to “de-mystify” Maths for the participating parents and build their confidence.

Other Maths Programmes/Activities:

• Maths for Mature Students
• Maths bootcamp revision week for JC and LC maths students
• Maths support programme
• World Maths D

The Ballymun Football

Foundation Programme

A full-time one year programme kickstarting a future career in the football industry, was officially launched by former Ireland footballer Ronnie Whelan in Civic Centre, Ballymun: see http://projectfutsal.ie/

View recent press coverage of the official launch of Project FUTSAL.

Football Career Foundation Programme Leading to: Progression along the FAI Coach Education pathway, Employment opportunities with FAI Summer Soccer Schools, Coaching opportunities in local clubs & schools at various levels, Opportunity for progression to FAI Emerging Talent centres nationwide, Soccer nursery school business development opportunities, Opportunities to progress to third level education, Insight to sports industry and career opportunities.  Awards & Certificates:

• Various FETAC Education awards
• FAI Kickstart 1 & 2 Coaching Award
• FAI FUTSAL Coaching Course Certificate
• FAI Goalkeeper Coaching Introductory Certificate
• Referees Beginners’ Course Certificate
• Pan Disability Football Coaching Certificate

Digital Media

using Apple Computers

12 week Digital Media Programme using IMacs will be running on Wednesdays for 2 hours (2pm to 4pm). Starting 15th February 2012.

Topics that you will cover include:

• Getting to know the Mac
• An introduction to the iLife package
• iTunes-organising music, using the iTunes store
• iPhoto-editing tools,creating a slideshow
• iMovie-editing tools, editing a short movie
• GarageBand-using loops, making a song/ringtone
• iWeb-making a basic website using own material with Apple templates
• iDVD- creating own DVD of work produced

Creative Communication

15 weeks Creative Communication Programme at FETAC level 5  will be running on Thursdays for 3 hours (10am to 1pm). Starting 16th February 2012.

DCU Courses

 Selected degree modules from:

• Working with Groups
• Business
• Law and Government
• Humanities and Social Sciences

DCU in the Community is designed to give learners the skills and confidence they need to participate in higher education. This is provided through mentoring, workshops and short courses.

Information and Guidance

Resources-Computers for College

Computers for College is a resource guide for students covering essential computer skills for college including:Word processing,Essay writing,Saving and keeping copies of your work,Internet search and Email

This resource was funded by the Ballymun Whitehall Partnership and developed by DCU in the Community.