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Applied Social Studies in Social Care

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care is a three-year program that prepares students to work with vulnerable populations, including children, people with disabilities, and the elderly. The program is approved by CORU and focuses on developing strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and effective communication.

Program Details

TU Code

TU791

CAO Point Range 2024

281-467

NFQ Level

Level 7

Award Type

Major

Award

Bachelor of Arts

ECTS Credits

180

Duration

3 years

Number of Places

55

Location

Blanchardstown

What is Applied Social Studies in Social Care?

This program is designed for individuals who are open-minded, pragmatic, and interested in supporting others to reach their full potential. Students will learn about their own strengths and the most effective ways to work with people using social care services.

Subjects

• Psychology
• Sociology
• Disability studies
• Social institutions
• Promoting health and well-being
• Social policy for social care
• Cultural diversity
• Legal studies
• Sociology and the family
• Personal and professional development

Work Placement

There are two 14-week work placements in Year 2, Semester 1 and Year 3, Semester 2.

Professional Accreditation

This program is approved by CORU.

IT Requirements

Students will need a medium-spec computer/laptop that can run Windows 10, an AV solution, and Office comfortably.

Special Regulations

• For all modules in Year 1 through Year 3, students must pass both the CA and Final Examination components to be considered to have passed the module.
• Mandatory attendance is required in certain modules.

Pre-requisites

• 'SSSC H1022: Preparing for Social Care Practice' and 'SSSC H2013 Practice Reflection & Skills Development' are prerequisites for 'SSSC H2011 Social Care Practice Placement 1'.
• 'SSSC H2011: Social Care Practice Placement 1' is a prerequisite for 'SSSC H3018 Social Care Practice Placement 2'.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Requirements

• Minimum Number of Subjects: 5
• Minimum Grade in Maths: O6/H7/F2 or higher
• Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O6/H7

QQI/FET Requirements

• QQI/FET Award Required: Any full Level 5 or 6 award
• Additional Requirements: None

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency.

Garda Vetting

Garda Vetting is required through TU Dublin.

Sample Timetable

A sample timetable is available on the TU Dublin website.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can work with:

• Children/Adolescents in Residential Child Care
• People with Disabilities
• People accessing Homeless Services
• People with Alcohol or Drug Dependency
• The Elderly
• Asylum-Seekers
• Marginalised Groups

Module Listing

Year One

• Fundamentals of Sociology
• Professional Practice - Context
• Psychology and Well Being
• Skills for Success in Social Care Education
• Understanding Human Rights and Diversity
• Working Creatively with Service Users

Year Two

• Social Care Practice Placement 1
• Use of Self in Social Care
• Developing Professional Practice
• Practice Reflection & Skills Development
• Group Intervention in Social Care Settings
• Legal Studies for Social Care
• Social Policy for Social Care
• Social Psychology

Year Three

• Advanced Professional Practice
• Family Studies
• Psychology and Mental Health
• Compliance and Regulation in Social Care
• Research Methods and Practice
• Critical Analysis and Social Care Concepts
• Professional Development
• Social Care: Placement Practice 2

Progression

On successful completion, you'll be eligible to progress onto the final year of TU998 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care.