Pre-University Programmes at Monaghan Institute

A pathway to your chosen degree

Monaghan Institute have a suite of Pre-University programmes that will suit students in a range of disciplines:

– Pre-University Animal & Agri-Sciences

– Pre-University Arts

– Pre-University Business & Accounting

– Pre-University Computing

– Pre-University Health & Social Studies

– Pre-University Tourism & Hospitality Management

– Pre-University Sports Studies

These courses are proving to be an increasingly popular path to assist students in accessing their preferred degree choice at third level.

The programmes enable learners to gain a foundation level of knowledge in their chosen field with a focus on progression to degrees. As university preparation courses they include many benefits:

• Universities have increased programme links and reserved places for QQI learners in recognition of the value of this route to Higher Education.
• Boost learner’s skills and confidence before they begin more intensive study as part of degree programme.
• Learners become familiar with routine college skills including: research skills, referencing, management of continuous assessment and assignment development.
• Courses are short – typically no longer than one year. They also contain vocational placements, which is beneficial for UCAS applications.

If you are interested in completing a Pre-University course with us, please visit www.monaghaninstitute.ie to browse and apply now for 2020.