Listowel Community College

This new one year course is designed to provide students with an introduction to Creative Writing. Students will research existing local literary talents and local history as a resource for writing. While North Kerrys cultural and literal history provide the foundation for the course, the skills learned will have universal application.

Duration: 1 Year

Examining Body: FETAC

Course Code: ECHSX

Course Content

• Archealogy
• Creative Writing
• Folklore
• Local History Studies

• Heritage
• Communications
• Work Experience

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have passed the Leaving Certificate. Entry requirements will be waived for mature students who have a flair/interest in writing. Applicants will be interviewed.

Work Experience Module

In appropriate setting e.g. literary centres, theatres, art centres etc.

Certification

FETAC Level 5

Employment Opportunities

Pursue employment in area of interest.

Further studies

Holders of FETAC Level 5 may be eligible to progress to the relevant third-level programmes at ITT and other third-level colleges under the Higher Education Links scheme.

Course Fees

No tuition fees. Students may qualify for grants from their local VEC. Registration and examination fees will apply.