The extended curriculum programme for LLB studies provides alternative university access to students who have the potential to succeed, but do not meet the minimum admission requirements for the mainstream programme. The purpose of the programme is to integrate additional academic support and skills development with mainstream courses in order to prepare the student for successful completion of the LLB degree.

The purpose of this programme is to equip students with knowledge and advanced skills to be able to determine and manage the effectiveness of quality management systems, appraise the current systems and processes, identify problem areas, and possess the skills to assist in the minimisation of the problem areas identified. This qualification offers an intensive, focused and applied specialisation which meets the need of a specific niche in the labour market. This programme is suitable for continuing professional development through the inculcation of a deep and systematic understanding of current thinking, practice, theory, and methodology, in the area of quality management and systems.

Social work plays an important role in society, with the social worker helping people to overcome obstacles, ranging from family counselling, criminal offences, drug abuse, abuse or physical/mental disabilities. A social worker should be able to handle stress and act compassionately when dealing with others. This programme is made up of compulsory fundamental and core modules, as well as a choice of elective modules which can be selected according to the student’s interests. Practical work is an integral part of the degree from second year level. Graduates qualify for registration as social workers with the Council for Social Service Professions.