DBS is delighted to announce that we have 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. 

The Modular Skills Provision funded programmes are due to commence in January 2021. Applications are currently being accepted.  Due to the limited number of places available, early application is recommended. Our Modular Skills Provision programmes are fully accredited by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and span Levels 6, 7 and 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), to suit applicants with a range of prior qualifications and experience. The majority of modules will each carry 10 ECTS credits. Modules are part-time delivered wholly Live Online, and allow learners to progress onto a full qualification on the NFQ if they so wish.

The Modular courses are short, on average 12 weeks, and will be offered in a flexible manner. Modules will be stand-alone so that learners can gain skills and put them into practice immediately in the workplace, but students can also take more than one module and build up to 30 ECTs - subject to timetables.

The Funded Modular Skills Provision programmes listed below are open to all applicants; Employed (10% fees apply), Unemployed (fully funded), Returners (fully funded) and those Signing for Contribution Credits (fully funded) subject to meeting the eligibility and academic entry requirements as listed for the preferred module. *Eligibility and entry requirements apply.  

Level 6

• Information Systems and Databases (Level 6) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Programming Fundamentals (Level 6) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Social Care in Practice (Level 6) - 5 ECTS (€80)

• Introduction to Web Development (Level 6) - 5 ECTS (€100)

• Accounting Information Systems (Level 6) - 5 ECTS (€100) 

• Certificate in Tourism Marketing (Level 6) - 30 ECTS (€270)

• Introduction to Business and Finance (Level 6) - 5 ECTS (€100)

• IT Essentials (Level 6) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Marketing Essentials (Level 6) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Principles of Accounting (Level 6) - 10 ECTS (€100)

Level 7

• Digital Marketing Fundamentals (Level 7) - 10 ECTS (€100)

Level 8

• Blockchain and e-payments (Level 8) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Principles of Programming, Information Systems Development and Management, Database Design and Development (Level 8) - 15 ECTS (€200)

• Data Analytics (Level 8) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Digital Marketing Analytics and Metrics (Level 8) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Digital Marketing Technologies and Tools (Level 8) - 10 ECTS (€100)

• Fintech Operations (Level 8) - 10 ECTS (€100)

Progression

On successful completion of the modules outlined above and related assessment, learners may choose to progress onto part time NFQ level 8 relevant degrees or  Higher Diplomas and receive exemptions onto these programmes which will commence in Sept 2021.

For further information on Funded Modular Skills Provision DBS course offerings, entry requirements, eligibility criteria please visit the DBS Modular Skills Provision Page 

The Postgraduate Skills Provision funded programmes have been selected to address specific economic and social needs arising from COVID19. All courses lead to qualifications in enterprise sectors seeking skilled personnel in areas including; Information and Communications Technology (ICT); International Financial Services; Management and Financial Analysis. The programmes available include the following full-time courses: MBA (Project Management), MSc Data Analytics,  MSc FinTech, MSc in Business Analytics and MSc in Information Systems with Computing. These programmes will run on a full-time basis during the day with the exception of the Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics and the Higher Diploma in Business which will run on a part-time basis.

Applications are currently being accepted.  Due to the limited number of places available, early application is recommended. Our programmes are fully accredited by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and span Levels 8 and 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), to suit applicants with a range of prior qualifications and experience. 

10% fees, as outlined below, apply to: recent graduates and those in employment or formerly self employed. The course is fully funded for students who are on PUP / Jobseekers, in receipt of contributions credits or Returner. *Eligibility and entry requirements apply. 

Applies to January 2021 intake only. Early Application is strongly encouraged as places are limited.  Applications can be made HERE

• Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics -Part Time (€725) 
• Higher Diploma in Business - Part Time (€725)
• Master of Science (MSc) in Data Analytics - Full Time  (€890)
• Master of Science (MSc) in Business Analytics - Full Time  (€890)
• Master of Science (MSc) in FinTech - Full Time  (€890)
• Master of Science (MSc) in Information Systems with Computing - Full Time  (€890)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Project Management - Full Time  (€900)

For further information on Postgraduate Skills Provision DBS course offerings, academic entry requirements, eligibility criteria please visit the DBS Postgraduate Skills Provision Page

"I would recommend DBS to any prospective student. The courses are very well run and the lecturers are high-quality. I also found the new library facilities to be top class as it has everything that you could need and the study area is always noise free. Since completing the course, I have been given the opportunity by my employer to work in areas that suit my expertise." 

DBS offers a range of Modular Skills Provision, some of which are designed for people in receipt of social welfare, recent graduates and some are open to people who are currently working.

Click here for all eligibility criteria, and if you have any questions our Admissions Team are available on (01) 4177500.

Places fill fast, so apply as soon as you can.

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