Students who want to learn practical ways to improve the lives of children and their families may benefit from the study of child development. Through learning to assess developmental needs, scholars may learn how to promote understanding and healthy learning programs in their communities.

Ireland is an island to the north-west of continental Europe. It is the third-largest island in Europe and the twentieth-largest island on Earth. To its east is the larger island of Great Britain, from which it is separated by the Irish Sea.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.