The Bachelor of Honours in Social and Community Enterprise is a four year part-time programme which aims to build the link between enterprise and community.

It provides learners with a framework to think in broader terms about their role in

society and prepares them with the skills, knowledge and experience to respond to

the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

This programme aims to prepare individuals who will create social value within

their communities, business, non-profit and the public sector. Learners will study a

range of theoretical and applied subjects and will develop skills to enable them to

contribute to and lead future developments in their own communities.

Graduates can progress to a variety of careers within Community and third sector

organisations with entrepreneurial skills set to pursue public good. Graduates will

also have the skills and knowledge to achieve social impact throughout their careers

in the field of business, not-for-profit organisations, community organisations and

social enterprise.

The Bachelor of Honours in Social and Community Enterprise has been designed

with adult learners in mind. At LYIT we have 40 years of experience in supporting

our learners; in particular we have worked closely with our adult learners to

provide the skills necessary for them to progress through their programme.

Introductory modules are offered in your first semester which are designed to

nurture your progress; additionally modules are largely continuous assessment and

include some group work.

If you are unsure about making a four year commitment to this programme, our

exit qualifications mean that if you decide to leave, you can do so with a recognised

qualification after one, two or three years on the programme.

The duration of the programme is four years part-time and involves learners

undertaking six taught modules per year and a thesis in the final year. The

programme will be delivered over 9 hours per week for 24 weeks per academic year.

The course fee is €1500 per annum, which may be paid in instalments. Subject to numbers the programme is due to commence on the 24th January 2012.

The minimum entry requirements for applicants under the age of 23 are the

successful completion of at least 5 subjects in the Irish Leaving Certificate (or an

equivalent international exam). Maths and either English or Irish are required.

Mature applicants are those aged over 23 by January 1st in the proposed year of

entry. We recognize that life and work experience counts, therefore candidates who

do not meet the above entry requirements may be admitted to the programme on

the grounds of mature years, if they have attained appropriate experience and

attainment thresholds deemed equivalent. Experience of working within the

community or voluntary sector whilst desirable is not essential.

Learning to Learn & Study Skills 10

Introduction to Social Studies 10

Academic Writing 10

Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship 10

Introduction to Community Development 10

Introduction to Conflict Studies 10