We are justifiably proud of our learners and the results they have achieved in the past, which has enabled them to follow further courses of study in Universities at home and abroad. In addition to this many have progressed to Institutes of Technology and other Colleges of Further Education through the Higher Education Links Scheme and Cork Colleges Progression links. I encourage you to contact the college to get more detailed information on any course you are interested in.
Choose wisely and remember that we are on hand to offer any further advice. This is your new beginning – your journey. By choosing Kinsale College you have taken the first important step.
Liz Moynihan - Director
College Facilities
Kinsale College continues to grow and improve to accommodate the needs of its students; the college facilities reflect this growth.
The college has a purpose-built facility to accommodate students involved in Drama in the form of its impressive amphitheatre. The Professional Cookery students train in a professional kitchen and 16-seat restaurant. The Sustainable Horticulture/ Permaculture students have access to the market garden, two poly-tunnels and the college site for growing herbs, vegetables, fruit, nuts and flowers. Students involved in technology training courses use Apple Mac computers and up-to-date software.
The art students enjoy the darkroom facilities and access to The Mill in Kinsale for their end-of-year exhibition. All students have access to a supervised computer room for study and assignment writing, the computer room has printing facilities as well as free internet. There are also free car parking facilities for students at the main campus in Kinsale. All of the college’s students enjoy a varied and vibrant social life in Kinsale, which has plenty of pubs, nightclubs and live music venues.
College Location
Kinsale College enjoys an enviable location in the fishing and tourist village of Kinsale, 25km from Cork City. The location is known nationally and internationally for its restaurants, markets and outdoor pursuits.
The location has influenced the growth and development of some the college’s cornerstone courses – Outdoor Recreation, Sustainable Horticulture (Permaculture), and Professional Cookery. For international students, it is worth mentioning that Kinsale is approximately 20km from Cork International Airport and is also within easy commute of Ringaskiddy Ferry Port. A regular bus now operates from Cork City to Kinsale making it more accessible than ever before for those travelling to the college. Rental accommodation is available in the village for the academic year and houses/rooms are frequently advertised on the college notice board.
Communications
Communications is a mandatory module on most level 5 courses and some level 6 courses. It is a core skill that is useful and important in every facet of life and work.
On completion of this module, students will have improved the key skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as non- verbal and visual communication. Business and creative writing, group participation, interview and presentation skills are all covered. Communications technology has a huge impact on our lives and students will learn about the key issues that affect them.
Information gathering such as research skills will be covered and ultimately students will develop their confidence to convey and interpret meaning effectively in speaking and writing.
The module is taught in a lively, creative and interactive way and active student participation and class contribution are encouraged.
Work Experience/Work Practice
- Work Experience: Students will apply for and spend a minimum of ten days on work experience in a placement related to their course of study. Some of the best learning takes place during this experience which offers the chance of real hands-on activities and tasks. Students keep a journal of their activities and reflect on their performance. Planning and preparation include producing documents such as a current CV, letter of application, a skills audit, a career plan and an analysis of the industry/sector being studied. Work-related legislation will be covered to ensure students understand their rights and responsibilities. The workplace supervisor will complete an assessment form based on the student’s performance.
- Work Practice: Students doing this module will apply for and spend a minimum of 40 days in an organisation related to their course of study. They will keep an account of their daily activities and evaluate and reflect on their performance.
The research will be carried out into an organisation, its structure, functions, policies etc. Work-related legislation will be covered to ensure students understand their rights and responsibilities. The workplace employer will complete an assessment form based on the student’s performance.
International Students
Kinsale college welcomes applicants from all parts of the world. We value the cultural diversity and richness that international students bring to the college. This page aims to assist international students who wish to study at the college.