• Gain a competitive advantage in the workplace by enhancing career prospects & employability
• Enhance existing qualifications
• Receive career-focused education that you can put into practice on a daily basis.
• Enhance your CV and upskill in a particular subject area
• Maintain a healthy work/life balance by studying two evenings per week
• Develop both academically and professionally (enhanced skills such as communication, leadership skills, listening skills)
• Personal development and self-actualisation felt when you obtain a recognised degree qualification.

See our brochures for our arts degrees here and business degrees here 

DBS has been awarded funding for a range of part-time modules under the Modular Skills Provision measure which formed part of the Government’s July stimulus package.

Modules are FREE* for Returners and those in receipt of a PUP payment / unemployed. Modules are 90% funded for people in employment / previously self-employed. Subject to meeting the eligibility and academic entry requirements as listed on for the preferred course.

Level 6 Modules

• Accounting Information Systems
• Certificate in Tourism Marketing
• Information Systems and Databases
• Introduction to Business and Finance
• IT Essentials
• Marketing Essentials
• Principles of Accounting
• Programming Fundamentals
• Social Care in Practice
• Web Development 1

Level 7 Modules
• Digital Marketing Fundamentals

Level 8 Modules
• Blockchain and e-Payments
• Certificate in Information Technology
• Data Analytics
• Digital Marketing Analytics and Metrics
• Digital Marketing Technologies and Tools
• Fintech Operations

Apply via the DBS website using our online application form. To find out more contact DBS Admissions Office on (01) 4177 500 or email admissions@dbs.ie

Visualise your future success! Take the first step and register for our Online Open Evening.

We would love to welcome you in person as per usual, but unconventional times call for creative alternatives – we will now bring the DBS experience straight to your home from 5-6:30pm on Wednesday, January 13th. Our Open Evening offers the perfect opportunity to speak with our team of expert lecturers and gain first hand knowledge on programmes offered across a variety of disciplines including:

• Psychology
• Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Business
• Law
• Marketing
• Accounting & Finance
• FinTech
• Project Management
• Social Science
• Film & Creative Media
• Funded Postgraduate & Modular Courses
• ICT
• Computing
• Springboard+ Programmes
• Professional Diplomas and many more

We will facilitate breakout rooms for you to explore – covering all disciplines. Our faculty, admissions team, and welcoming staff will be on hand to guide you through the process, help you visualise your future success and answer any questions you may have.

This is a pre-registered event. Please register in advance of the date using the form below. We will be in touch shortly with further information as we get closer to the event.

Hope to see you there! 

Team DBS

The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) accredits the BA (Hons) Psychology degree taught in DBS. PSI is the professional body for psychology in Ireland. As such it seeks to promote the science and profession of psychology in Ireland and beyond. The psychology degree represents the necessary first step to becoming a professional psychologist. The BA (Hons) Psychology is designed to provide an understanding of human thought and behaviours through the application of psychology to a wide range of areas.

Our  degree is informed continually by research, both past and present, and is taught by staff who are also practitioners in various psychology fields. Uniquely the Psychology degree in DBS introduces students to the main concepts and text which the tradition of psychoanalysis offers to the field of psychology.

The course is delivered in an efficient and flexible time scale, and is a beneficial stand-alone degree or can act as a gateway to further become a professional Psychologist. Applications for the September intake are now being accepted. Contact us today on (01) 417 7500 or email admissions@dbs.ie.

"I found the whole experience challenging, but manageable and extremely rewarding.

The lecturers are extremely knowledgeable, supportive and encouraging. The location and facilities are excellent and I made some great friends there!" - Richard Buggy, BA (Hons) Psychology

Read more from Richard here.

Our broad programme range isn't the only reason to study part-time at DBS. We are also focused on your career, offer QQI accredited and industry recognised courses, and are located in an easy to get to city centre location, among other things.

View the top 8 reasons to choose DBS for part-time students. 

Our Admissions Team is here to provide you with the guidance that you need. Students can contact the DBS Admissions Team on admissions@dbs.ie or call (01) 4177500. 

If you would like to schedule a School Visit, please call (01) 4177500 or email admissions@dbs.ie