Description
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s is no longer running Part-Time postgraduate and Certificate courses in 2026/27 and no further student intakes will be accepted in the future.Â
Read the full announcement here and visit our Applicant FAQ page for more details.
Course Overview
The part-time Certificate in Colonialism, Development, and Globalisation helps students understand the power dynamics behind the creation of academic knowledge and mainstream development ideas. It does this by exploring postcolonial and post-development theories and practices, and by looking at how Ireland’s history with empire and capitalism influences our current situation.
The course introduces key topics and ideas in international development, examining the history, economics, and politics of colonialism and development. It also aims to critically assess various development theories and practices. The course helps students connect different ideas in international development, from colonialism to modern development models and global governance.
Credits: 10 ECTS
Validated by South East Technological University
Course Practicalities
Course will be delivered on Tuesday evenings, week commencing on 14th September, 2026 from 6.30pm – 9.30pm online for 12 weeks. There will be on-campus workshop scheduled during the semester. Scheduled day may be subject to change. Onsite orientation will be held on Tuesday 8th September in Carlow.
Delivery mode: On-site: 8% | Synchronous online: 92%. See our Blended Learning FAQs for more details.
Course Content
The course covers the following topics:
- Colonialism and the Age of Imperialism
- Theories and Paradigms of Development:
- Post Colonialism
- Globalisation – Global Governance, Development Institutions and Approaches:
- Development Aid
- Current Development Issues & Empirical Case Studies
Assessment
Learners will be assessed via a poster presentation and a 2,000 word essay.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be resident in Ireland and at least 18 years old at course commencement, in accordance with Carlow College Admission Guidelines and Procedures for Part-Time Learners
Key contacts
Course Enquiries: shanlon@carlowcollege.ie
Admissions: directentry@carlowcollege.ie
Closing date for bookings is Thursday, 6th August or when places are filled.
Please note our refund policy as follows
Carlow College will not issue any refunds for Certificate Programmes owing to the short duration of these programme, as per the Fees & Refund Policy
However, 100% refund will be issued if course is cancelled due to insufficient numbers.
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