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Trauma Studies (Online) - PG Dip

The Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma in Trauma Studies is delivered by the Department of Criminology at University College Cork in conjunction with WAVE Trauma Centre in Belfast. This course focuses on both the individual and societal implications of trauma and draws on examples and experiences from individuals who survived, and societies emerging from, violent political conflict.

Course Outline

The course is designed to allow students to develop their knowledge and understanding of trauma, both in a theoretical and applied manner. The overall aim of the WAVE Trauma Centre is to offer care and support to anyone bereaved, injured, or traumatized through the 'Troubles' of Northern Ireland.

• Year 1 (30 credits): Students can opt to graduate at this point with the PG certificate.
  • CR6801 Trauma and Victimology: Key issues, methods, and structures (5 credits)
  • CR6802 Research Methods (5 credits)
  • CR6803 Trauma and Addiction: Key issues, methods, and structures (10 credits)
  • CR6804 Trauma and Post-traumatic Growth (10 credits)
• Year 2 (30 credits): Students choose from the following modules:
  • CR6805 Complex Loss: Grief, Trauma, and Social Context (10 credits)
  • CR6806 Social Approaches to Trauma: Family, society, and international (10 credits)
  • CR6807 Public Health Challenges in Post Conflict Societies (10 credits)
  • CR6808 Trauma and Frontline Workers (10 credits)

Course Practicalities

The course begins with an orientation week, involving engagement with tutors online, completing a library tutorial online, and familiarizing oneself with the online learning platform. Throughout the course, students have access to both academic and pastoral support via ACE and their module tutors.

• Assessment: All modules are based on a continuous assessment model, including essays, reflective work, case studies, and research projects.
• Technical Requirements: Students require access to a PC/Laptop, common plug-ins, MS Office, and a modern standards-compliant web browser.

Why Choose This Course

This course is academically grounded in trauma theory and draws heavily on the research and experiences of its teaching team, who have worked extensively with conflict-related trauma. Although there is a primary focus on conflict trauma, this is set in the context of wider trauma theories within the field of trauma studies.

Requirements

• Candidates must hold an honors (NFQ level 8) primary degree with a minimum 2H2 in a relevant discipline.
• Candidates without an NFQ level 8 award are eligible to apply if they can demonstrate at least three years of professional experience in a related field.
• English Language Requirement: Please see PG English Language Entry Requirements.

Fees and Costs

2,500 per annum. On application, students pay 50% of the fees, with the remainder due by January 31st.

How to Apply

There are limited places available on this program. Applications may close earlier than the stated deadline if all places are filled by eligible applicants. Early application is advised.

To apply, follow the steps outlined on the University College Cork application portal, uploading required documents such as an application statement, birth cert or passport, passport photo, curriculum vitae, fee declaration document, and English language requirement transcripts (if applicable).