Disability Studies - Sligo St. Angela's

This programme may be of interest to disabled people in Ireland, or people currently working in the disability, community, health and social care sectors. People working for, or living with, disabled people may also be interested in the programme.



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for disabled people, family members of disabled people, healthcare professionals and people who work in any roles with connections to the disability sector.

Modules

Historical Perspectives in Disability Studies

The Lived Experience of Disability

Personal and Social Perspectives in Disability Studies

Disability and the Media

Applicants will normally have a primary degree (Level 8) or evidence of equivalent academic credits. (Students who do not have the aforementioned will be required to provide evidence of their ability to study at postgraduate level by undertaking a short Access Module in St Angela’s College).

1 year part-time, blended.



Study Hours

Live lectures are normally broadcast between 6.30pm and 8pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-10 hours per week per 10 credit module to their studies.



On-Campus Attendance

On campus attendance is not mandatory, but students may attend in person, or online, for seminars which run one or two days per semester.