Pre-University Programme for Mature Learners

Objectives & Subjects on Offer

The programme aims to:

• Provide a ‘taster’ of higher education
• Develop the necessary skills for third level success
• Attract under-represented groups such as, members of the Traveller community, unemployed persons, single parents and migrants
• Develop an alternative progression route to third level
• Raise awareness of the supports offered to mature students at third level

The programme is designed to offer participants a sample of the subjects that are available on a degree programme, while equipping students with a set of transferable skills, which will enable them to succeed at third level. The programme features core subjects History and Philosophy, and in addition, a core skills programme in Academic Writing.