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For details of our FREE Access courses starting in September 2023, click here.

To register or find out more, come to our Open Day in An Cosán, Jobstown, Tallaght, on Wednesday 6th September anytime between 9.30am and 7pm.

An Cosán provides people of all ages with pathways to learning, leadership and social enterprise.

We offer a variety of affordable short and accessible programmes from entry level unaccredited through to a range of accredited options at various levels to suit the stage that’s right for you.

Our programmes include modules in early years education and care, wellness, parenting, personal and professional development, community development, leadership, addiction studies and social enterprise.  Our programmes fall under three main levels:

Take a look at our current Access and Further Education Calendar!

Please note that our Further and Higher Education courses for the coming year are now fully subscribed.

How to apply for Higher Education courses

Step 1 - Attend an Online Open Day Information Session

Our monthly online information sessions will resume in the autumn. Details will be posted at this link >> www.bit.ly/AnCosanOpenDays

You will hear from members of the An Cosán team about our programmes, what you require and what supports are available. We hope to answer all your questions!

  • We will send you a Zoom link and brief instructions on how to join on the day of your session
  • You will need access to a smart phone / laptop and internet to access this online session
  • If access to technology is a barrier, or if you are unable to attend one of the dates listed, please get in touch by contacting a member of our team directly on email courses@ancosan.ie or phone 01 – 462 8488 and we will be happy to make alternative arrangements.

Step 2 - Review Financial Supports

We know going to college can be an exciting but also expensive experience. We also know one of the biggest barriers people face in accessing education is financial. An Cosán offers phased payment options and has a small Bursary Fund available for individual learners.

We have also put together a Guide to Financial Supports which you may be eligible to apply for >> https://www.ancosan.ie/financial-supports/

Step 3 - Register for Your Programme

To register for Access/ Further Education: click here to complete your online application form at least one week before the course start date.

Higher Education:

Applications are now closed for our BA Degree programmes starting in September 2023. Check back in Spring 2024 to apply for our BA programmes starting in September 2024.

Minor Awards: 3 weeks prior to start date

If you have any queries or difficulties completing the application process, please do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing courses@ancosan.ie or by phoning 01 – 462 8488.

We will be happy to assist you.

Step 4 - Your Application is Reviewed / Applicant Interview

Higher Education applications will be reviewed from 7th-15th June and applicants may be invited for interview on Thursday 8th or Friday 9th June, if required.

Step 5 - Offer of place

An Cosán makes an offer to successful applicants. This year’s offers will be made on Friday 16h June 2023.

Step 6 - Applicant secures place

To secure a place, successful applicant pays deposit and returns completed Fee Payment Plan Agreement by 21st July 2023.

Unsecured places will be reallocated to people on the waiting list following Friday 21st July 2023.

Step 7 - Start your Programme

For Higher Education Programmes:
The 2023/2024 academic calendar year will start on 4th September 2023 and will run until June 2024.

For Access and Further Education Programmes:
Start dates vary with most courses commencing in September. However, learners are welcome to join Access courses during the year, if there is space in their chosen class(es).

It is also possible to start Further Education modules during the year, subject to availability.

Please email courses@ancosan.ie with any queries you may have, or telephone 01 462 8488 during office hours.

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