BellTime Magazine Autumn 2017 BellTime 8-3 | Page 22

Reach your maximum potential with Carlow College, As you are about to embark on this important decision making period of your life have you considered Carlow College, St Patricks as your next step? We offer a range of degree programmes along with a master’s programme: • Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Level 7 & 8) • Bachelor of Arts in English & History (Level 8) • Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care (Level 7 & 8) • Bachelor of Arts in Citizenship and Communities Studies (Level 8) • Master of Arts in Therapeutic Child Care Our small class sizes will enable you to reach your maximum potential with the full support and guidance of our expert lecturers. Our philosophy places our students at the centre of all that we do. We care about your future. Opportunities The College has developed international affiliations with a number of institutions in the United States which enables students to spend time studying overseas. Our graduates have gone on to work in a variety of industries including media, education, youth and social services. Many of our students continue with postgraduate studies. Our Humanities, English and History degrees are recognised by the Teaching Council for the purposes of teaching English, History and Religion. Location Carlow is a vibrant student town, with affordable Open Day 2017 On the 16th November 2017 Carlow College, St Patrick’s will hold an Open Day from 12-4pm and 5-7pm where you can come along and explore our facilities, talk to lecturers and meet our students, past and present. Visit us to find out what life at Carlow College, St Patrick’s could be like for you. 22 accommodation. It is small enough to get around easily but big enough to keep you entertained. Carlow College, St Patricks is situated in its own grounds in the heart of Carlow town and central to many of the things you may need – transport, accommodation, nightlife, sports facilities, shops, restaurants and much more. We are proud of its long history – built before the French Revolution – we maintain a strong tradition as a student friendly campus where students and lecturers work together to create the optimum atmosphere for study and personal development. Student Services Carlow College, St. Patrick’s prides itself on supporting students throughout their academic life cycles. We endeavour to help our students to ‘settle, stay and succeed’ by providing a variety of support services, programmes and activities to enhance the student experience and to assist students in meeting the many demands of both their personal and academic lives. The Academic Resource Office provides a number of supports to assist students in the attainment of their academic goals. These include: > Academic Skills module Worried about meeting college academic standards? Our year one Academic Skills module can help you develop the necessary academic and information literacy skills for completing assessments. > Essay Doctor Service Our friendly and accessible Essay Doctor Service supports our students with the preparation of assignments and the development of their academic writing skills.