Course Description
Autism Studies
University College Cork (UCC)
Adult Continuing Education (ACE) at UCC is delighted to offer this new and innovative course, which was shortlisted for an Aontas STAR Award, designed to introduce you to the different ways in which people on the autistic spectrum experience the world. You will learn about the history of autism, the different strengths and challenges of autism, and how autism affects a persons mental health and their daily living. You will examine the various supports and interventions that are available for people on the spectrum across their lifespan and explore the legislation and policies that govern best practice. You will explore how a person with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may contribute positively to society. The different perceptions and conceptualizations of autism will also be discussed, as well as theories which attempt to explain this condition that has been described as puzzling and fascinating by researchers.
| Course Code | DAUS |
| College Name | University College Cork (UCC) |
| Course Category | Adult & Community Education, Education |
| Course Qualification | Diploma |
| Course Location | Cork, UK |
| Course Fee | 1,250 |
| Course Duration | 2 years part-time |
| Course Times | One evening per week with occasional Saturdays. |
| Awarding Body | National University of Ireland |
| Entry Requirements | Candidates must be at least 21 years of age by 1 January of the year of application. AND Hold Leaving Certificate/FETAC Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) OR Candidates who do not hold a Leaving Certificate/FETAC Level 5 qualification but have experience of Autism Spectrum Disorder will be considered. Candidates may be required to attend for interview. Shortlisting may apply. English Language Requirement: All applicants whose first language is not English must have attained IELTS Level6 or the equivalent TOEFL score. Diploma programmes are offered subject to a minimum number of eligible applicants registering for the programme. Following completion of year 1 of this programme, should a sufficient number of eligible students not wish to progress form year 1 to year 2 of this programme as to make the year 2 viable, students will graduate with a certificate at that point. Programme viability is determined by reference to fee income and applicable costs in running the programme. Applicants will be asked to submit a Personal Statement, detailing their motivation to take this course and any work or life experience relevant to the subject of ASD. |
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