Griffith College Dublin Griffith College Dublin South Circular Road, Dublin 8 Ireland

Phone: +353 1 415 0400 Fax: +353 1 473 0045 Email: [email protected] ACADEMIC Web: www.gcd.ie | Academic Prospectus 2009 PROSPECTUS

WWW.GCD.IE 2009GRIFFITH COLLEGE BUSINESS Who do you want to be? ACCOUNTANCY LAW COMPUTING JOURNALISM MEDIA HOSPITALITY INTERIOR DESIGN FASHION MUSIC Introduction from the PRESIDENT Diarmuid Hegarty

If you choose Griffith College Dublin (GCD) our experienced and highly respected lecturers will focus your energies on academic development and all round personal growth. We will help you discover your full potential by exploring the wealth of knowledge at your disposal. When you leave us we want you to be fully prepared for a fruitful and enjoyable life.

Griffith College enjoys a strong national and international reputation built on over 30 years of experience. Courses are provided in Dublin, Cork, Waterford, Limerick and Ennis, and overseas in Pakistan, Russia and China. Our excellent student pass rates are reinforced by the many national prizes students have received. Many former students have risen to senior positions in prestigious national and international companies. These chief executives, senior partners, senior bank executives and prominent media figures are the people who have helped to shape our world. Their success is a testament to the value of this college and its place in the wider community. We believe that we can help you achieve these same levels of success.

Ó bunaíodh an Coláiste, bhí an tacaíocht ón bhfoireann teagaisc do na mic léinn le sonrú i gcónaí. Pé athraithe a chuirfear i bhfeidhm sna blianta romhainn, beidh an cultúr fáilteach céanna i réim chun na mic léinn a spreagadh chun barr feabhais a bhaint amach.

Diarmuid Hegarty President

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Introduction to Griffth College Dublin 3 Validating Partners 6 Entry Requirements 8 The process of applying 10 Mature Applications 12 Transfer Applications 12 Guidelines to choosing a course 13 Schools Liaison Offcer 13 International Student Information 14 Griffth Halls of Residence 20 Student Life at Griffth College 22 Student Services 24 Faculties of Griffth College Faculty of Business 27 Faculty of Law 63 Faculty of Computing Science 85 Faculty of Journalism and Media Communications 105 Faculty of Design 127 The Leinster School of Music & Drama 143 Griffth Conference Centre 150 Griffth College Cork 152 Getting to GCD 154 GCD Upcoming Open days/evenings 2009 Wednesday January 21st 2009 5.30pm-8.00pm Wednesday April 29th 2009 5.30pm-8.00pm Saturday August 22nd 2009 12.00pm-5.00pm Wednesday August 26th 2009 5.30pm-8.00pm Wednesday September 9th 2009 5.30pm-8.00pm

4 5 artner s our validating partners Griffith College works in partnership with a number of validating bodies in Ireland and the UK. This ensures that all programmes are recognised nationally and internationally.

HETAC Nottingham Trent University City & Guilds The Institute of CISCO Commercial The Higher Education and Training Awards A range of our programmes are validated City & Guilds is the leading CISCO Learning Solutions Partner Council (HETAC) was established by the Irish by Nottingham Trent University in the UK awarding body in the UK, offering Management is a world leader in networking Government on 11 June 2001, under the and delivered on campus in Griffth College. vocational qualifcations that are products, services and industry The Institute of Commercial Qualifcations (Education and Training) Act This collaborative arrangement ensures recognised internationally by solutions, helping companies Management is a globally 1999, as the awarding body for third-level that students beneft from the combined companies as the benchmark realise greater returns on recognised and respected education and training institutions outside the experience of both institutions. On completion for workplace skills. technology investments. foundation based in the UK. ICM university sector. It is the successor in this role of these programmes you will be conferred www.city-and-guilds.com www.cisco.com is involved in the design and to the National Council for Educational Awards with an internationally recognised academic development of professional (NCEA) which played its part in the economic award of the Nottingham Trent University. educational courses. Over the development of the country for more than a Nottingham Trent is one of the largest course of the past twenty years quarter of a century. The international status universities in the UK and currently has in the Institute has steadily expanded and value of HETAC qualifcations is assured as excess of 26,000 students. Of the 11 most into more than 120 countries, the demand for graduates continues to grow at recent subject reviews, Nottingham Law School working in partnership with home and abroad. www.hetac.ie has been awarded ten ‘excellent’ ratings by education providers, commerce, the advanced management and legal training industry, government, national body for lawyers. Nottingham Business School training agencies, international is noted for its excellence in teaching among development agencies and its own UK business schools, having recently achieved professional membership. a placing in the top ten of the Guardian League www.instcm.net Table for Business Management Studies. www.ntu.ac.uk i ng p i dat our val

6 7 entry requirements National Framework of Qualifications The following pages highlight key information points about academic requirements set by our validating partners for both undergraduate and The single nationally and internationally accepted entity, through which all learning achievements may be postgraduate students. measured and related to each other in a coherent way and which defnes the relationship between all education and training awards.

Postgraduate Programmes HETAC Requirements (Higher Education and Training Awards Council) Students must have obtained a primary degree (Level higher in the GMAT or GPA of 2.50 or higher in the GCD 8) from a recognised tertiary institution (or equivalent) Professional Certifcate or substantial work experience MSc in Computing (HETAC Level 9) Higher Diploma (HETAC Level 8) before applying for a postgraduate programme. in a related area. The entry requirements for the MSc (Level 9), as The entry requirements for a Higher Diploma Graduate Business School English Language Proficiency specifed by the Higher Education and Training Awards programme, as specifed by the Higher Education and (Nottingham Trent University) For non-native English speakers: IELTS (6.5), TOEFL Council, require applicants to have obtained a primary Training Awards Council, require applicants to have degree in computing science (or a relevant discipline) obtained a pass in a primary degree (HETAC Level 8), Applicants to the Graduate Business School are 575 (paper)/232 (computer) with TWE (5.0), TOEIC at a minimum grade of second-class honours. Students or degree equivalent in an unrelated discipline. required to meet the following requirements: (730) or Cambridge CPE (A, B or C) and satisfactory performance at interview, if applicable. who have completed the Higher Diploma in Computing Business Graduates (HETAC Level 8) at GCD, or an equivalent postgraduate Your application form needs to be supported by two qualifcation, and obtained a minimum grade of For entry to our postgraduate courses we require offcial GBS Reference Forms completed by individuals second-class honours, are also eligible. a minimum of 2.1(GPA 3.00) in a Bachelor’s capable of assessing your suitability for your chosen Honours Degree in business or a related discipline programme. At least one of the referees should be from a recognised tertiary institution (supporting someone in a position to judge your academic ability documentation required). and, where possible, the other should be someone Non-Business Graduates who is able to assess your practical management qualities. Entry to the PGCert/PGDip/MSc/MBA for non-business graduates with a GPA of 3.00 requires a score of 550 or 8 9 UK and Northern Ireland Applicants over more than one academic year. In such cases, it is the responsibility of the student to apply to A-Level AVCE A/S Level FETAC for a full award where the modules are taken (Double Award) the process of applying over more than one year. Please note that a record The following pages detail how to apply for courses offered in Griffth College A 170 AA 340 A 85 of achievement does not meet the minimum entry Dublin. They provide guidelines for CAO and Direct Entry applicants. B 140 AB 310 B 70 requirements. C 100 BB 280 C 50 n To be eligible for consideration for an Honours CAO Courses Degree programme, the applicant must hold a These are only available by applying D 70 BC 240 D 35 FETAC Level 2 certifcate with a distinction grade in through the CAO system. As such E 40 CC 200 E 20 a points level may apply to these at least three modules. courses. Currently Griffth College CD 170 n To be eligible for consideration for an Ordinary Dublin offers 21 courses through the DD 140 Degree or Higher Certifcate programme, students CAO system. are required to hold a FETAC Level 2 Award. DE 110

Direct Entry Courses EE 80 Griffth College Dublin also offers FETAC Application Process a large number of courses in each Faculty that may not appear on GNVQ GCSE Applications must be made through the CAO for the CAO system. Applications to those courses offered through the CAO. For direct Distinction 340 A 45 these courses must be made directly entry programmes applicants must send a completed to the GCD Admissions Offce or via Merit 280 B 30 our website; www.gcd.ie. direct entry application form to the College. For more Pass 200 C 15 information on this access route please contact the Admissions Offce on +353 1 415 0400 or email

CAO Applications Calculation of Points [email protected] Leaving Certificate Vocational Students under the age of 23, on January 1st of Leaving Programme (LCVP) the year of entry, who wish to apply for any HETAC Certificate Holders of the Leaving Certifcate Vocational Direct Entry courses undergraduate full-time programme must make that Points Higher Ordinary Programme apply in the normal way through the CAO application through the CAO system. The closing Applicants for all Griffth College direct entry A1 100 60 system. Points are awarded on the same basis as the courses are required to meet the minimum entry date for applications for EU citizens is February Leaving Certifcate. The Link Modules are considered A2 90 50 requirements unless they are applying as a mature 1st, with late applications being accepted until May as a single unit and are awarded points based on the student (see below). 1st. Up to July 1st, students may also fll out a CAO B1 85 45 result per unit. The Link Modules can be used as a ‘Change of Mind’ form. Application forms and copies Application forms for all Direct Entry programmes B2 80 40 sixth subject for points calculations only. of the current handbook are available from the GCD (undergraduate, postgraduate, part-time/evening- Admissions Offce or from the CAO directly. More B3 75 35 time) should be sent with relevant* supporting detailed information regarding CAO deadlines and the C1 70 30 Leaving Certificate Applied Programme (LCAP) documentation to: The Admissions Offce, Griffth CAO application process can be obtained by visiting College Dublin, South Circular Road, FREEPOST, C2 65 25 The College does not recognise LCA subjects as www.cao.ie meeting its minimum entry requirements. If combined Dublin 8. C3 60 20 with a Grade 2 in a relevant FETAC Certifcate, Direct entry application forms are available from our D1 55 15 applicants may apply for a Higher Certifcate or website www.gcd.ie or from the Admissions Offce. Selection of CAO Applicants Degree course in the College. D2 50 10 * All applications for direct entry programmes should Selection is made on the basis of total points awarded D3 45 5 include a copy of official Leaving Certificate results in a student’s top six subjects, in a single sitting of with the exception of mature applications (who must FETAC/NCVA Links to Academic the Leaving Certifcate. The results of two sittings supply evidence of date of birth). All applications for LCVP Link Modules Programmes at GCD of the Leaving Certifcate may be combined for the postgraduate programmes should include an official Griffth College welcomes applications from students purposes of meeting the programme requirements Distinction – 70 Merit – 50 Pass – 30 copy of third level qualifications. who hold qualifcations of FETAC Level 2 Awards or for minimum entry. Please note that not all students equivalent. A full FETAC award normally contains presenting the minimum entry requirements will eight modules. A full award may be accumulated be guaranteed a place at the College. 10 11 Accreditation of Prior Learning Diploma (HND) may qualify for exemption from all Other points to schools LIAISON officer and Prior Experience or part of the second year of a relevant Ordinary consider when applying Degree programme. Information on Griffth College’s policies regarding Griffth College Dublin has a dedicated Schools the accreditation of prior learning and experience is Griffith College Scholarship Scheme Liaison Offcer. The Schools Liaison Offcer visits schools throughout the year and informs students available at www.gcd.ie. Transfer to Year 3 of an Established in 2001, the Griffth College Scholarship about the range of courses available at Griffth College Honours Degree Programme Scheme is designed for students who wish to Dublin and Griffth College Cork. He/she also attends enter a programme of study at the College but are Mature Applications for n Students holding a relevant HETAC Ordinary career fairs. If you would like the Schools Liaison unable to do so due to fnancial constraints or social Undergraduate Courses Degree may qualify for exemption from all or part Offcer to visit your school to make a presentation circumstances. The scheme is open to students of the second year of a relevant Honours Degree on Griffth College or a study skills presentation Griffth College Dublin welcomes applications from interested in applying for our full-time undergraduate programme. please call the College on +353 1 415 0400 or email mature applicants. Applicants interested in applying programmes and who are presently attending an [email protected]. for a course as a mature student should contact the Students who wish to transfer to Griffth College approved second level institution. It is envisaged that Admissions Offce for more details. should return a completed direct entry application students who would not otherwise have access to form to the College, along with a photocopy of their Mature applicants should demonstrate an ongoing the course of their choice at Griffth College Dublin existing subject results and a full course syllabus. The GRIFFTH COLLEGE ADMISSIONS OFFICE interest and commitment to the subject matter of the could do so under this initiative. Application forms Admissions Offce will endeavour to have a decision course for which they are applying through their life and details can be obtained from your school or from The GCD Admissions Office can be contacted at regarding transfer applications within ten working and/or work experience. the Admissions Offce at Griffth College Dublin. The Phone +353 1 415 0400 Fax +353 1 454 9595 days or by the closing date of August 31st. closing date for applications is April 30th each year A brief summary of past educational and work Email [email protected] Web www.gcd.ie and a decision will be made by May 31st regarding experience (with a copy of relevant documentation) The offce is open from 9am to successful applications. should be attached to the direct entry application Academic Calendar 2008–2009 5.30pm Monday to Friday. form.

Semester I Students with Disabilities Transfer Applications For applicants with disabilities wishing to pursue an New International Student academic programme at the College, we recommend The College welcomes applications from students Induction & Cultural Week 8th September that you contact the College in writing with details of holding qualifcations from other accredited Induction Week 15th September the nature and extent of your disability. This will allow institutions and universities. Depending on the nature Lectures Start 22nd September us to give you the best advice prior to application. and duration of their studies, such students may Assignment Week 10th November join the second or third year of the College’s HETAC Lectures End 19th December Ordinary and Honours Degree programmes. Study Week 2nd January Tax Relief Study Week 5th January Most courses of two or more years’ duration have Transfer to Year 2 of an Exam Week 12th January been approved for tax relief. Applicants should note Honours Degree Programme Exam Week 19th January that the qualifying conditions for relief may differ for full and part-time students. Relief is granted at the n Students holding a relevant HETAC Higher standard rate of tax. Certifcate may qualify for exemption from all or Semester I part of the frst year of a relevant Honours Degree Lectures Start 2nd February programme. Government Funding Assignment Week 16th March n Students holding a relevant Higher National Semester Two Ends 30th April For students taking the full-time BSc (Hons) in Diploma (HND) may qualify for exemption from Computing Science degree, the fees for the frst two Study Week 4th May all or part of the frst year of a relevant Honours years of the course will be funded by the Department Exam Week 11th May Degree programme. of Education, under the recent skills initiative. The Exam Week 18th May Department funds up to 71 places per annum. These Exam Week 25th May free places will be allocated on a CAO points basis Transfer to Year 3 of an Exam Boards 15th June Ordinary Degree Programme Results Released n Students holding a relevant Higher National

12 13 Griffith College Dublin is a truly international institution! There are international students from over 77 countries studying on campus. The College celebrates its rich diversity and guarantees a genuinely student multicultural experience in a cosmopolitan information European capital.

Griffith College specialises in successful people! Studying in GCD

The College provides career-focused education, producing graduates who GCD International Office Please ensure that you include the following are highly employable worldwide and who excel in their chosen careers. with your application: The International Offce was established over a decade n Fully completed application form. ago and is committed to ensuring excellent support Living in Ireland services for the integration of international students n Application fee. into the College. The experienced International Offce n CV/resume detailing your academic/work history Ireland is an exciting place to live and study. The City of Dublin staff are available to assist students with any academic year-by-year with no gaps. Our blend of tradition and contemporary living or welfare issues they may have. n Statement of Purpose/Student Profle indicating Dublin continues to be one of Europe’s most is unique. We are proud and protective of the reasons for your choice of course and why vibrant and exciting capitals. It is a university our ancient culture, yet we have embraced you want to study in Ireland and at Griffth College city and home to many renowned centres our role as a centre for the digital revolution Applying for a Study Visa Dublin. and international trade. Over 4.1 million of learning. A large percentage of the city’s n Two reference letters (in a sealed envelope), at people enjoy our mild, oceanic climate and population is under 35 and with many cafés, If you need a visa to study in Ireland you must apply to least one of which should be academic i.e. from a landscape that stretches across lakes and restaurants, cinemas, music venues, pubs your local Irish Embassy/Consulate. If there is no Irish a professor, lecturer or teacher. mountains, and more than 2,000 miles of and clubs to choose from, there are few Embassy/ Consulate in your country, GCD’s Visa Offcer coastline which attracts over 6 million tourists better cities in which to enjoy your time as a can apply for the visa on your behalf. n Copies of second level/high school certifcates to our shores yearly. student. The city’s mix of cultural and economic (including all grades achieved in examinations For further information please visit the GCD success, along with the strength of its literary and/or transcripts of grades achieved). In recent years Ireland has become a global International website: and musical tradition, makes Dublin an ideal n Copies of university/third level award certifcates centre for the banking, telecommunications, www.gcd.ie/international or contact the location for study. At Griffth College Dublin (where applicable). Provisional certifcates must pharmaceutical and software industries. International Offce by email at [email protected] you’ll be right at the heart of it, just a few be provided if award has not yet been issued. With an impressively high quality of life and a minutes away from the city centre itself. well-educated workforce, many international n A transcript of results for all subjects taken must companies have set up their European Application Guidelines be provided. headquarters in the country. Ireland has had n Proof that education was conducted in English one of the highest economic growth rates To make an application to the College you need if applicable (letter from school/college required). in the EU and much of this success can be to complete the appropriate application form n Copy of relevant pages of passport. (International or Graduate Business School). attributed to our education system. Our long n Two passport-sized photographs. and impressive academic tradition has been These are available from our website n TOEFL/IELTS score sheet or other internationally established over many years and, today, the www.gcd.ie/international or by emailing the recognised English language test score.* country offers one of the highest standards of International Offce on [email protected]. (Please see overleaf)

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14 15 English Language Entry Requirements has not achieved the required score, he/she will be required to complete a GCD English If English is not your native language you must language test before a fnal offer can be show that your English level is of a suitable given. (Please see table below indicating standard. There are two methods by which scores required for each GCD programme). GCD can appraise a student’s English language Note: level: * There is an Irish Government Department n IELTS/TOEFL/TOEIC (or other): If a student of Justice requirement for students from has achieved a suffcient score in one of certain non-EU countries to have an IELTS these internationally recognised English (or equivalent) score of 5.5/6.0 or above language tests they may progress to their (depending on the course they are applying chosen programme. (Please see table below for) in order for them to be considered for indicating scores required for each GCD a Study Visa for Ireland. Please contact the programme). Test results older than 2 years International Office for further details. will not be accepted.

n GCD English Language Test: If a student has not yet attended one of the above tests, OR

English Language Requirements Postgraduate Courses Entry Requirements

IELTS TOEFL TOEFL TOEFL TOEIC Computing Faculty English Language Proficiency (Paper) (Computer) (Internet) Satisfactory performance at interview, if applicable. MSc in Computing Certificate in Business Studies in Intercultural Studies Application forms need to be supported by two offcial 5.0 500 173 66 550 Primary Honours Degree in a relevant discipline. Students Graduate Business School Reference Forms completed by who have completed the Higher Diploma in Computing individuals capable of assessing the student’s suitability for Higher Certificates in Business and Computing; (HETAC Level 8) at GCD, or an equivalent postgraduate the programme for which they are applying. At least one of Diploma in Media Techniques: qualifcation, and obtained a minimum grade of second- Television and Video; the referees should be someone in a position to judge the Diploma in Music Technology & Studio Operations; class honours are also eligible. student’s academic ability and, where possible, the other Diploma in Interior Design: should be someone who is able to assess the student’s 5.5 525 196 72 605 Higher Diploma in Computing practical management qualities. With not less than 5.0 in any one component of the IELTS exam Primary Degree in a non-computing discipline is acceptable

but students’ undergraduate degrees will be assessed on an Faculty of Journalism & Communications Undergraduate degrees (excluding Law and Journalism degrees): individual basis. Computing experience, either academic or 6.0 550 213 80 660 professional, is benefcial but not essential. Higher Diploma in Journalism With not less than 5.5 in any one component of the IELTS exam Primary Degree or equivalent, in an unrelated discipline. Graduate Business School

MBA/MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert/Prof Cert in International Business Management; Professional Cert , Postgraduate Cert, Higher Diplomas in Business/Journalism/Computing; Postgraduate Dip, MSc and MBA in International MSc in Computing; MSc in Applied Digital Media; Business Management MSc in Accounting & Finance; Undergraduate degrees in Law and Journalism; For entry onto our Graduate Business School programmes Diploma in Professional Legal Studies: we require a minimum of 2.1 (GPA 3.00) in a Bachelor’s 6.5 575 232 87 715 Honours Degree from a recognised tertiary institution With not less than 6.0 in any one component of the IELTS exam (supporting documentation required).

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16 17 Undergraduate Courses Entry Requirements Accommodation It is essential that any part-time work undertaken by students does not interfere with their studies and that Undergraduate Honours Degree Accommodation is available on campus in the their academic performance is not affected by their Programmes All Entry Requirements are intended GCD Halls of Residence. This is a safe and secure part-time employment. environment on the grounds of our historic Dublin Two A Levels at Grade C or higher and four for use as a guideline only. campus. GCSEs (to include English and Maths), or Erasmus equivalent. An A Level at Grade C can be Applicant acceptance is at the Further information about the Griffth Halls of discretion of the relevant GCD supplemented with two A/S Levels at Grade C. Residence and the application procedure is available Griffth College Dublin is a participant in the Erasmus/ Course Director. on the accommodation website: Socrates mobility programmes. Agreements have Undergraduate Ordinary www.gcd-accommodation.ie. already been signed with a number of institutions Entry Requirements may vary from Degree and Higher Certificate and we look forward to developing additional links Programmes country to country. overseas. For further details please contact the A minimum of Grade C or higher in at least one Working in Ireland International Offce at [email protected]. A Level paper, together with a minimum of four Griffth College Dublin’s non-EU students are entitled GCSEs, including Maths. to work 20 hours per week during term time and 40 hours per week outside of term time. The Irish Certificate in Business Studies Department of Education and Science has compiled a in Intercultural Studies register of approved third-level courses and students International applicants must provide certifed who are registered on these courses are permitted transcripts of their educational qualifcations access to part-time employment. You can view the with each application. The applicant’s academic listing of approved courses on the Department of standing will then be assessed and a decision Education website www.education.ie. Additional on eligibility will be reached. At a minimum, information is available from the International Offce on applicants must have successfully completed request. Secondary/High school with a minimum average of 55% in all subjects (to include English and Maths). i on i onal s tudent nformat i nternat

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building is included in the rental paid. Booking Information n Residents with personal computers or griffith halls of residence laptops also have unlimited internet access Apartments are available for an academic in their own bedrooms. In twin rooms both year over 40 weeks (September to June), or Student Living in the heart of Dublin City occupants have internet access. The cost of for a calendar year over 52 weeks. Either the Internet access is covered in the rent. full accommodation fee or 50% of the total n Students are required to bring bed linen but fee for the relevant period should be paid all other crockery, cutlery and equipment is in advance to secure the booking. Students supplied. are also required to pay a €1,000 application fee by Bank Giro/Bank Draft/Cheque/Postal Order. Students will also have to sign a lease Additional Features agreement for the period requested. In addition, certain rules and regulations will n Secure bike storage and apartment postbox apply. n Laundry facilities The two and three bedroom apartments n 24-hour security and CCTV feature two single beds in each room. n On-site manager Requests to share with friends will be met n On campus restaurant where possible. Where these requests are not made, the Accommodation Offce endeavours n Four lifts per block to use the personal information supplied by n Security access to the building, to each students (e.g. course of study, age, gender, apartment and each bedroom using nationality, hobbies and interests) to ensure

a ‘key fob’ s of that students who are compatible are placed n On-site restaurant/bar in an apartment together. n Nearly 200 underground Students with special needs will get car parking spaces. preference with regard to room allocation, subject to availability and at the discretion of the Accommodation Manager. Griffth Halls of Residence is a development of student Specifications of Apartments are available for viewing accommodation located on the College grounds. Just a Typical Apartment throughout the year. All accommodation re si dence 20 minutes from St. Stephen’s Green in Dublin’s city applications must be made through centre, the development’s enviable central location n ­Each bedroom is equipped with two single beds, the Accommodation Offce. For further is ideal for students studying at any of Dublin’s third two bedside lockers, two wardrobes, two desks information, details on rates and a level institutions. and chairs and a waste paper bin. The rooms are booking form, please visit our website: Griffth Halls of Residence have been sensitively fully carpeted. www.gcd-accommodation.ie designed to compliment and reflect the historical n Each two-bedroom apartment has two bathrooms, or phone +353 1 416 3320 signifcance of the campus as a whole. Griffth Halls of with one en-suite. or email [email protected] Residence offer comfortable, modern living with 24- n The living area has a couch, coffee table and a TV hour security for residents. (with 16 satellite channels). The Halls of Residence are built in two blocks. 183 n The kitchens are equipped with a hob, toaster, apartments provide accommodation for over 600 microwave, fridge, storage cupboards and an students during the academic year and over the electric kettle. summer months. n Each apartment has a floor area of about 60 square metres, is tastefully decorated and has controllable heating. Lighting, heating and hot water costs are charged separately on a metered basis and deducted from your application fee. Cleaning of communal areas within the main 20 21 Leinster School of Music and Drama Clubs and Societies

student life at griffith college The range of active clubs and societies on campus continues to grow on an annual basis. In addition to the traditional sporting clubs, the Students’ Union currently assists and funds a wide range of other societies including Debating, Poker, L.G.B., the International Society, the Chinese Society, Pool, and the Christian Society. Students are encouraged to approach the Sports and Societies’ Offcer In September 1904 the Leinster School of Music and Drama with any ideas for new clubs and societies. Schedules for all was established in Dublin. Over the years the School societies and clubs are available from the Students’ Union has established a reputation as an educational centre in offce and are posted on College notice boards. The Sports music and drama. The School offers expert tuition in many and Societies Offcer is available to provide information and musical instruments and various aspects of drama and to offer guidance and advice. communication. Location Shop The Students’ Union currently assists and funds the All ages and levels are accepted, with tuition mainly following societies and clubs: occurring on an individual basis. The emphasis is on learning Athletics Debating Paintball The College campus is located on Dublin’s South Circular The College shop sells a range of snacks and cold and through enjoyment, and while exams are encouraged, they Basketball Film Society Political Societies Road, approximately one kilometer from St. Stephen’s hot drinks. The shop also provides photocopying/printing are not compulsory. Chess Gaelic Football Pool Green in the heart of Dublin City. Public bus services to the cards for college machines, stationery supplies and daily Cheerleading Gym Instruction Rugby College include the 16, 16A, 19, 49, 49A, 49B, 56A, 65B, 122, newspapers at student rates. Throughout the year students are given the opportunity to Chinese Hockey Tag Rugby 155 and 210. The Luas also operates a service to Harcourt participate in group sessions. Combined with masterclasses Cricket Hurling Tae Kwon Do Street which is within a ten minute walk of GCD. Many of by visiting artists, this helps to broaden the students’ International Soccer Soccer Texas Hold ‘Em the buildings on the seven-acre campus are of considerable Fitness Room understanding and enjoyment. International Society Live Music Society Toastmasters historical signifcance. These buildings have been carefully renovated to meet college and student requirements. Parking facilities are also available on campus. Sports Entertainment and Events

GCD’s student’s Union organises a wide range of student On-Campus Restaurant and Bar events throughout the academic year providing affordable, quality entertainment in a safe and student-friendly atmosphere. The Students’ Union regularly attracts The College has a ftness room that is available to all promotional sponsorship, and all events are advertised well students in the college. The Fitness Room is located in the B in advance. Events include Freshers’Week and the Freshers’ Block, just off the main reception. The room contains various Ball, weekly GCD Nights, Rag Week, DJ Competitions, the cardiovascular equipment most notably elliptical cross Battle of the Bands, and of course the seasonal Halloween, trainers, exercise bikes and treadmills. The room also has Christmas, St. Valentine’s and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. weight machines. The highlight is undoubtedly the annual Griffth Ball where A state-of-the-art 350 fully seated restaurant formed part of students get the chance to party in style and celebrate the Adjacent to the Fitness Room there are male and female recent College developments. The new facility incorporates A comprehensive range of sports is offered to suit the needs end of the academic year. changing rooms which are equipped with hot showers and a Food Court, named ‘Real Food Connection’, a full alcohol and interests of the student body. GCD’s range of sports secure lockers for gym gear. bar and a specialist Barista offering coffee and beverage clubs and societies is constantly expanding. In many cases vending. The restaurant also features a ‘Work Station’ where The College Fitness Room is open to all students (both the societies are organised by students, thus providing an fresh ingredients will be chosen and cooked theatre style in full-time and part-time), from 8.00am to 9:30pm every opportunity to develop organisational, fund-raising and RECENT HIGHLIGHTS in GCD weekday. During the weekend the Fitness Room is open front of you! Campbell Catering have been commissioned to social skills. Students are encouraged to start new societies n GCD Paintball Society completed the run the restaurant on behalf of Griffth College. from 9.00am to 5.00pm. to cater for other interests. There are over twenty sports inaugural Paintball Intervarsity championships. clubs, including basketball, gaelic football, hurling, rugby, The new design was commissioned to provide an n GCD Pool Team reached the quarter fnals soccer (men and women’s), swimming, taekwondo, table- environment that accommodates the requirements of of the Higher Education Snooker and Pool Car Parking tennis, cheerleading, mixed hockey and weight training. daytime food and beverages but with a trendy nightlife Council Tournament. Sporting facilities are provided in several locations. Students ‘look & feel’! Griffth College Dublin is built on a seven-acre campus. may enjoy the use of a games room, including pool tables, n The Students’ Union raised over €17,000 Car parking space is available on campus for students. table tennis and much more. Past sporting achievements for various charities including the Irish Heart The College car park has nearly 200 parking spaces. Parking include becoming champions of soccer, tag rugby and rugby Foundation and Childline. Common Room is provided on a frst come frst served basis each day. leagues. Students may learn about and join the various n Griffth won ‘Small Colleges Publication of The Students’ Union common room has pool tables, a New developments at Griffth College Dublin include an clubs and societies at the Freshers’ Bazaar which is held the Year’ at SMedia awards in March 2007. jukebox, table-tennis tables and a playstation. additional 12,000 ft of lecture theatres/auditorium/music during the frst week of term. and study rooms. 22 23 STUDENT SERVICES

News WiFi 802.11g access is also available for laptop users. College website. As well as the large range of up to Printers, digital photocopiers and scanners are also All computing resources are maintained by the date texts we have thousands of online books. Online available. The library consists of the enquiry area, The College newsletter, ‘Glór Uí Ghríofa’, is produced College’s IT Services Department. books are the quickest way to get access to the most the main bookstock, a reference room with journals, up to date computing references. catalogues and photocopiers, a study room with by staff and students throughout the year. ‘Glór’ Printing and photocopying facilities are available to over 8,000 music manuscripts and dissertations, reports on campus life and activities, and students students (using a swipe card system) in the Open Lab, Texts not held on site can be ordered through our a photocopy lobby which also contains Offcial are encouraged to submit news and articles for Library. A variety of other equipment including digital inter-library loans service. As a student you will Publications, and a secondary study room which publication. You’ll fnd archived news pieces on our cameras, scanners, plotter, CD recorders, and USB and also have access to over 15,000 journals, a growing also contains our dictionaries. Library staff are website www.gcd.ie. memory device readers are also available for student catalogue of multi-media information resources, always available to deal with queries and offer project and assignment work. Many of our lecture including CDs, CD-ROMS, VHS, DVD and music scores, research advice. rooms accommodate the use of television, DVD, video and a comprehensive array of on-line databases Computing/Photocopying projection and computer-based teaching tools. including BSP, ABI-Inform, Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis, It’s not all hard work, because with such a wide range Infotrac, the ACM Digital Library and Safari Tech Books of subjects taught we have many magazines, novels /Printing facilities online. While we have thousands of volumes on site, and other books of general interest for you to take 248 fully networked workstations are located across Library and Information Service the most up to date and comprehensive information advantage of. We also have an exciting international the College’s ten computer laboratories. The College available is through our state-of-the-art database range of DVDs which are free for our students to Library also offers network access for students The College Library holds an extensive range of set collection. borrow and watch at home. This service is very with their own laptops, while a computer-booking course texts and background reading material for all popular and we are adding to our collection all The Library has a wireless network throughout with scheme allows students to secure the use of a PC for college programmes. Library texts are easily accessed the time. networked PCs available for those without laptops. scheduled periods in the dedicated 48-seater lab. via the online Library catalogue available through the

24 25 Counselling and Advice BA (Hons) in Business Studies 32 BA (Hons) in Business Studies (Marketing) 34 The College recognises that students may need support and advice on day-to-day non-academic BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance 36 issues. Students can approach a professional counsellor, on-campus, for a confdential, free-of- BA (Hons) in International Hospitality Management 38 charge counselling service, should they experience BA (Ord) in Marketing 40 any personal diffculties. Harcourt Health offers a 10% reduction with a valid student card. BA (Ord) in Business Studies 41 Higher Certificate in Business 42 Careers/Griffith College Recruitment Certificate in Business Studies in Intercultural Studies 43

GC Recruitment, the College recruitment consultancy, Higher Certificate in Business Procurement IIPMM 44 was established in 2000 to offer a recruitment service Diploma in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations and Sales 46 that would match GCD’s current and past students with potential employers in all areas of industry. The Diploma in Human Resource Management 47 calibre of our graduates means that GC Recruitment Diploma in Management Studies 48 receives regular requests from many organisations seeking potential employees. GC Recruitment’s The Graduate Business School 49 primary objective is to provide a Total Quality Recruitment Service and, as a student of Griffth School of Professional Accountancy 59 College Dublin, you will beneft from this personal career advice service. In addition to sourcing appropriate vacancies, GC Recruitment can assist in: n Curriculum vitae presentation faculty of business n Advice on the current employment market

n Pre-interview skills

n Professional development and post-interview analysis. Phone +353 1 4150 438 +353 1 415 0439 +353 1 415 0472 members and student services. Faculty Heads and Email [email protected] lecturers will present students with an overview of their chosen course. Students can also sign up for sports and societies run by the Students’ Union Student Information during induction.

Our Student Handbook will be sent to you when you The College Intranet offers information and guidelines register for your course. It will guide you through required by students, staff and lecturers. Students can everything from lecture room locations to College log on to the system – either from home or from one regulations. Faculty Guidelines will also be issued of the many campus network points – and access to you, providing important contact details and lecture notes, examination material, library resources information specifc to your course. along with a host of additional information to make student life easier. We also arrange an induction for all our new students. These inductions will introduce students to key staff Who do you want to be? 26 27 Programme information

ACCA Exemptions: Graduates of the Honours The hallmark of a Griffth business education remains the development of innovative, globally orientated business Business Programmes at Griffth obtain excellent professionals who are able to integrate theory and practice. The Faculty provides numerous programmes to exemptions from the ACCA. The BA in Accountancy and students from Ireland and around the world at all stages in their professional lives. These programmes equip Finance qualifes for 9 exemptions and the BA (Hons) in students with not only the knowledge but also the capabilities required for success in the global marketplace. Business qualifes for 5-6 exemptions. GCD undergraduate business degrees provide a solid foundation for careers in accounting, marketing, general management, fnance and public administration. Teaching Council Recognition: The BA in Business studies is recognised by the Teaching Council of Ireland therefore entitling graduates train to be a second level teacher.

Programmatic Reviews: Griffth College Business Courses undergo rigorous programmatic reviews to ensure pragmatic and relevant business tuition. CAO CODE course title programme requirements 2008 points full-time part-time Work Placement: The BA (Hons) in International GC400 BA (Hons) in Business 2C3s (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) 265 3 years 3 years Hospitality Management provides paid work placement Studies (HETAC) to include Maths and a language in the summer of Year 2. GC406 BA (Hons) in Business 2C3s (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) N/A 3 years N/A Studies (Marketing) to include Maths and a language Progression Paths: Upon completion of the Higher (HETAC) Certifcate in Business, students can progress to the GC401 BA (Hons) in Accounting 2C3s (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) 255 3 years N/A second year of the Bachelor programme within the and Finance (HETAC) to include Maths and a language

faculty. GC405 BA (Hons) in International 2C3s (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) 230 3 years N/A Hospitality Management to include Maths and a language Small Class sizes: Excellent student / lecturer ratio. (NTU/HETAC) GC410 BA (Ord) in Marketing 5D3s (Ord) 135 3 years N/A Tax relief: Griffth College students are entitled to (HETAC) to include Maths and a language 20% tax relief on all HETAC validated undergraduate and GC411 BA (Ord) in Business 5D3s (Ord) 105 3 years N/A postgraduate programmes. Studies (HETAC) to include Maths and a language GC416 Higher Certifcate in 5D3s (Ord) 2 years N/A Business (HETAC) to include Maths and a language Apply to GCD IIPMM Graduateship in Pass Leaving Certifcate N/A N/A 3 years Supply Chain Management with industry experience mature students (23 years or over) Apply to GCD Diploma in Marketing, Pass Leaving Certifcate, N/A N/A 1 academic yr Advertising, Public Mature students (23 years or over) or 1 semester Relations and Sales (ICM) fast-track Apply to GCD Diploma in Human Pass Leaving Certifcate, N/A N/A 1 academic yr Resource Management Mature students (23 years or over) or 1 semester (ICM) fast-track Apply to GCD Diploma in Management Pass Leaving Certifcate, N/A N/A 1 academic yr Studies (ICM) Mature students (23 years or over) or 1 semester fast-track Apply to GCD Certifcate in Business Please refer to page 19 N/A 1 year N/A Studies in Intercultural Studies (HETAC)

28 N/A – Not applicable AQA – All qualifed applicants (applicants met the minimum entry requirements) 29 the best bits of griffith business from the professional examinations of the ACCA. With a further one or two years of study you should become a qualifed accountant. Alternatively, students can join one of the professional accountancy programmes (ACCA, CPA or IATI) on completion of the Leaving Certifcate, or as a mature student. In these circumstances the period of study varies between four and six years.

What are the benefits of completing a business related course? By studying a broad range of disciplines you GCD’s foundation rests in the Faculty of Business. The College was will acquire the necessary skills to play a key originally established in 1974 to train business students on a dedicated management role. Students will gain an appreciation and individual basis. This personalised philosophy remains at the heart of and understanding of the everchanging environment in which a business operates and the problems that a the Faculty, despite its increasing growth. manager might face. Our courses offer an interesting choice of specialist areas and they also present the HETAC Qualifications opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial skills.

The National Qualifcations Authority of Ireland changed the national structure of qualifcations awarded to successful students in 2004. In the past there were fve award levels in Griffth College; What are the entry requirements for an Masters, Graduate Diploma, Degree, Diploma and Certifcate. honours bachelor degree programme? The new titles for these HETAC awards are: Students must have obtained a minimum of grade Honours Bachelor Degree (Level 8) C3 in at least two higher level papers, together with graduate p rof i le Bachelor Degree (Level 7) a minimum of four D3s in ordinary level subjects, including Maths and a language. Higher Certificate (Level 6) A points level may also apply to courses offered Mairead Kelly

faculty of b u si ne ss faculty through the CAO system. Applicants with relevant responsible for determining the needs, wants Human Resource Manager Frequently Asked Questions experiential learning will also be considered. and interests of target markets. Successful Mairead Kelly graduated with a BA (Hons) What is Business Studies? marketers deliver benefts to, and build in Business Studies and continued with relationships with, customers more effectively If you are interested in a career in management Are the business and finance courses offered her studies through the Chartered Institute and effciently then their competitors, while and in understanding organisations and their in GCD recognised in other countries? of Personnel and Development. With over making a proft. To be able to do this, they have performance, a qualifcation in business seven years’ experience in the IT Human to be able to conduct marketing research, All courses that are validated by external bodies studies could be for you. The BA (Hons) in Resources feld, Mairead is now Human understand consumer behaviour, be able enjoy national and international recognition. Business Studies and Higher Certifcate in Resource Manager with Vivendi Universal to effectively communicate with the target Business address the core functional areas of Games Ireland, part of Vivendi Universal, markets, and be capable of strategic thinking. business – accounting, economics, fnance, How many days can I expect to be at the world’s second largest communications human resources, information technology College as a full-time student? company. and marketing. The BA (Hons) in Accounting How do I become an accountant? You can expect to be here almost every weekday The structure of the Business Studies and Finance, the BA (Hons) in International There are two options available to students during the two academic semesters. programme at Griffith allowed me to pursue Hospitality Management and the BA (Ord) in wishing to become an accountant. You can join my interest in the practice of human Marketing are more specialised and will appeal the three-year BA (Hons) in Accounting and resource management while studying for to students who have more focused career What time do evening classes Finance programme. On successful completion ambitions. commence and end? my primary degree. It provided a platform of this programme, you will gain substantial for my career in both areas. The model of Classes are normally held three evenings each exemptions from the examinations of the continual assessment and the personalised What is Marketing? week from 6.15pm to 9.45pm, Monday to Thursday. professional accountancy bodies. For example, approach provided by the College lecturers Marketing is the management process BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance graduates ensured that I was well prepared for the get the maximum number of exemptions ever-changing business environment. 30 31 BA (Hons) in Business Studies (HETAC )

CAO Code gc400 For further information

Points level 2008 265 pts Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time 3 years

About the Course Progression Year 1 Year 3 Core Subjects This honours degree programme will help students Graduates who see an opportunity to make Business Communications Strategic Management to appreciate fully the vital business roles played themselves more attractive to employers may want Information Technology Financial Management by fnance, accounting, marketing, human resource to consider the Masters programme in business. The Business Economics International Business Management management and information technology. In addition, Griffth College Graduate Business School offers a graduates will be shown how the ever-changing portfolio of programmes in International Business Financial Accounting 1 Business Plan business environment is influenced by political, legal, Management, each of which provides a route to the Organisational Management economic, social and technological factors on both a award of MBA. Such programmes are available on a Business Mathematics and Statistics electives* national and international scale. part-time and full-time basis, allowing graduates the Applied Business Law flexibility to work while continuing their studies. Three electives must be chosen In first year, students take subjects that are Principles of Marketing common to the first year of the BA (Hons) in Financial Accounting 2 International Marketing/Services Marketing/Buyer Behaviour/Audit and Accounting and Finance. This model gives Integrated Business Project Internal Review/Taxation/Strategic Careers Financial Management/International HRM, students the flexibility to adjust their career choices, if necessary, after year one. Comparative Employee Relations/Strategic The varied and in-depth content of this course means Year 2 HRM/E-Business Strategy/Business The purpose of the course is to give students the skills that graduate prospects and opportunities are virtually Systems Modelling/Information Systems Management that are in demand by companies today. In a complex endless. Electives/Specialisations in the fnal year give E-Business Development * Electives are offered subject to demand and dynamic environment they will be able to identify a good indication of the work a graduate is likely to do, Marketing Research

changes in business requirements, and have the for example management, fnance and marketing. Management Accounting Learner protection for all HETAC confdence to develop and implement new procedures Managing Human Resources programmes is provided in accordance with to satisfy them. Students will be able to recognise the Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education Business Operations Management

key characteristics governing a particular company and cour s e content and Training) Act 1999 Business Information Systems then identify the factors that are critical to its success. Marketing Strategy The course syllabus, developed by GCD and validated Programme modules and content are Economic/Industry Analysis subject to ongoing quality assurance by HETAC, reflects the multiple requirements of today’s reviews and evolve to reflect educational Employee Relations business world. The participation and support of full- industry developments Enterprise Development Project time and external lecturing staff, and a wide range of industries, has made a vital contribution to the degree’s content.

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CAO Code gc406 For further information

Points level 2008 N/A Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time N/A cour s e content About the Course Progression Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Core Subjects

The BA (Hons) in Business Studies (Marketing) Graduates who see an opportunity to make Business Communications E-Business Development Strategic Management provides students with the in-depth knowledge and themselves more attractive to employers may want to Information Technology Marketing Research Financial Management skills required for a successful career in business and consider the Masters programme in business. Griffth Business Economics Management Accounting International Business Management marketing related areas. Students learn the economic, College’s Graduate Business School offers a suite of Financial Accounting 1 Managing Human Resources Business Plan/Proposal psychological and strategic principles of marketing programmes including an MBA / MSc in International and develop a range of knowledge and skills which Business Management and an MSc in Accounting and Organisational Management Business Operations Management International Marketing will encompass both general business and marketing. Finance. Such programmes are available on a part and Business Mathematics and Statistics Business Information Systems Services Marketing This programme is designed to provide students with a full-time basis, allowing graduates the flexibility to work Applied Business Law Sales Management and Personal Selling Buyer Behaviour broad theoretical and practical preparation for careers while continuing their studies. Principles of Marketing Economic/Industry Analysis Marketing Strategy in a variety of business situations, in particular in the Financial Accounting 2 Employee Relations marketing area. The combination of marketing and Integrated Business Project Enterprise Development Project Learner protection for all HETAC general business modules allows students to gain Careers programmes is provided in accordance a clear understanding of the vital role of marketing with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 within the business context. Examples of the positions new graduates can expect to work in include a variety of business roles across many disciplines. Due to the specialisation in marketing some In frst year, students take subjects that are common to career possibilities include marketing executive, brand the BA (Hons) in Business Studies and the BA (Hons) in management, product management, public relations, Accounting and Finance. This model gives students the retailing, advertising or market research. Graduates can flexibility to adjust their career choices if necessary. expect to progress quickly into managerial positions in these areas, in the commercial, agency, public and voluntary sectors.

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Year 3 Management Strategic Taxation Advanced Financial Reporting Auditing and Internal Review Accounting Advanced Management Financial Management Strategic Information Systems Management Programme modules and content are subject to ongoing quality assurance reviews and evolve to reflect educational industry developments To be attempted To All of Professional Level (fve papers) Remaining subjects from Formation 1 & 2, Professional 1 and four subjects 1 & 2, from Professional 2

Concepts and Practice Year 2 Accounting Management Financial Reporting – Business Management Managing Human Resources Financial Management Business Information Systems Law Company and Partnership Enterprise Development Project Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications Act 1999 Training) (Education and

Exempt from Fundamental Level (nine papers) Up to nine subjects across Formation 1, Formation 2 and Professional 1 Formation 1, Formation

Please contact the Faculty for details Please contact the Faculty

Professional Body ACCA CPA

ACA Year 1 Business Communications Technology Information Business Economics Accounting 1 Financial Management Organisational Business Mathematics and Statistics Applied Business Law Principles of Marketing Accounting 2 Financial Business Project Integrated Progression Business School. studies in our Graduate post-graduate may wish to pursue of this programme Graduates professional accountancy bodies: also gain substantial examination exemptions from the following can They

ion informat For further Admissions Offce Please contact the Phone +353 1 415 0400 Email [email protected] Careers focus on the world of fnance and While typical careers any aspect of the business accounting in particular, signifcant advantage A to graduates. is open arena professional is the many exemptions from the eligible. of the course are exams for which graduates as on a career Students who do not wish to focus an accountant will fnd numerous opportunities in management, trading, currency stockbroking, banking, or positions in the fnancial sector insurance 255 pts Level 8 HETAC HETAC 3 years Full-Time N/A Part-Time

Framework Level by Validated Course Duration

Points level 2008 CAO Code 401 gc nance world. fnance world. multiple requirements of today’s business and business of today’s multiple requirements industry. As a result, the programme reflects the reflects the programme As a result, industry. lecturing staff, as well as a wide range of people in range as well as a wide lecturing staff, considerable expertise of its full-time and external expertise of its full-time and considerable designed this degree programme with the help and programme designed this degree As with the BA (Hons) in Business Studies, the college As with the BA (Hons) in Business Studies, opportunities will present themselves. opportunities will present may only be the frst stage of your journey as other in the relationship between numbers and success this between numbers and in the relationship nance. As someone who is interested As someone who is interested accounting and fnance. skills to pursue a dynamic and rewarding career in career skills to pursue a dynamic and rewarding Once completed you will have all the necessary adjust their career choices if necessary. This model gives students the flexibility to common to the BA (Hons) in Business Studies. common to the BA (Hons) in Business Studies. In first year, students take subjects that are students take subjects that are In first year, the impact of EU Law on accountancy. pertinent case studies. In particular, students will study In particular, pertinent case studies. and up to date syllabus that will include interesting and interesting and up to date syllabus that will include commercial world, ensures the delivery of a relevant delivery of a relevant the ensures world, commercial nance, in the real in the real experience of accounting and fnance, who are also experienced accountants. Their continued Their accountants. experienced also are who subjects are taught by highly qualifed lecturing staff subjects are nance. The course The in accounting and fnance. for a career This honours degree programme prepares students students prepares programme degree honours This About the Course

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ng ing ccount in A ) s H on A ( B 36 38 Hospital Management ity in International BA (Hons) across several nationalandinternationalmarkets. ensures adetailedfocusonglobalbusinessfactors months. The programme’s internationalperspective experience isnormallyachievedduringthesummer work experiencebefore enteringtheirfnalyear. This Students are alsorequired to complete500hoursof year project. practical industrialexperienceandasubstantialthird- practical. You willbetaughtthroughlectures, tutorials, The three-year courseis70%theoretical and30% the localorglobalenvironment. organisation, regardless ofchangestheyencounterin knowledge andflexibilitytosucceedinaservice By participatinginthiscoursestudentswillgainthe management andinformationtechnology. marketing, accountingandfnance, humanresource management, hospitalityoperations, international the programme includeinternational hospitality opportunities opentograduates. Key areas of perspective, thusincreasing thevarietyofcareer hospitality industry. Ittakesaninternational students formanagementrolesinthebooming This coursefocusesonintroducing andpreparing About theCourse Course Duration Validated by Framework Level gc405 Points level2008 CAO Code Part-Time N/A Full-Time 3years NTU andHETAC HETAC Level8 230 pts programmes inbusiness(eg. MBA). graduates canprogress directly toMastersrelated For thosewishingtoadvance theirstudiesfurther, make upthisexcitingindustry. management positionswithintheorganisations that this programme willbeideally placedtosecure in thesectorworld-wideby2010. Graduates of an additional105millionnewjobswillbecreated World Tourism Organisation hasestimatedthat and accesstomanynewtouristdestinations. The low-fare airlines, budget/executiveaccommodation massive growthonthebackofincreased leisure time, The internationalhospitality industryhasenjoyed careers/Progression Email [email protected] Phone +35314150400 Please contactthe Admissions Offce For furtherinformation

course content Professional Development Systems andE-Business Management Information Hospitality Law Management Accounting Human Resource Management Management Accommodation andFacilities Supply ChainManagement Food andBeverage Management Marketing ManagementandResearch International EconomicStructures Year 2 Hospitality Management Introduction toInternational Business Communications Business Law Principles ofMarketing Economics Financial Accounting Organisational Behaviour Quantitative Methods Information Technology Principles ofHospitalityOperations Year 1

Project Business Policy2 Business Policy1 Tourism andHospitality International Travel, Year 3CoreSubjects industry developments reviews andevolvetoreflect educational subject toongoingqualityassurance Programme modulesandcontent are (Education and Training) Act 1999 with Section43oftheQualifications programmes isprovidedinaccordance Learner protectionforallHETAC Management International Leisure Services Conference andEventsManagement Management International HumanResource International FinancialManagement International ServicesMarketing Global Tourism andtheEnvironment Four electivesmustbechosen: Year 3eLECTIVES*

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Year 3 Management Strategic and Project Management Operations Financial Management Business Plan E-Business Development International Marketing is programmes Learner protection for all HETAC provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Act 1999 Training) Qualifications (Education and Programme modules and content are subject to ongoing quality assurance reviews and evolve to reflect educational industry developments Year 1 Accounting Business Communications and IT Economics Marketing Management and Organisations Business Project Year 2 Management Human Resource Enterprise Development Accounting Management Managing IT Business Maths and Statistics Legal Framework ion informat For further Admissions Offce Please contact the Phone +353 1 415 0400 Email [email protected] 105 pts Level 7 HETAC HETAC 3 years Full-Time N/A Part-Time CAO Code Points level 2008 411 gc Framework Level by Validated Course Duration On successful completion of this course, students can On successful completion of this course, 3 of the BA (Hons) in Business Studies Year enter into in to one of the Masters programmes and thereafter, other Business School or in Griffth College Graduate institutions. Careers to will have the skills and knowledge Graduates will be and work in a wide variety of business areas industrial suitable for employment in the services, Due to the broad scope of the and public sectors. students may opt to develop their general programme, such as management skills or work in a specialist area human information technology or marketing, fnance, Students who wish to seek employment resources. immediately after the course may complete further studies on a part time basis. About the Course full time in Business is a three-year BA (Ord) The which is designed to give students a programme business education and provide clearly structured or career a solid foundation for further education addressed, Many business functions are progression. human accounting, fnance, marketing, including, On completion and information technology. resources skills to resolve you will have the knowledge and in the business problems and identify opportunities business environment. dynamic modern, Progression rd) O rd) A ( B ies ss Stud sine in Bu course content

Year 2 Accounting Management Managing IT Marketing Management and Research Consumer Behaviour Legal Framework Business Maths and Statistics Year 3 Marketing Communications International Marketing Services Marketing Management Strategic Business Plan Financial Management is programmes Learner protection for all HETAC provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Act 1999 Training) Qualifications (Education and Year 1 Accounting Business Communications and IT Economics Marketing Management and Organisations Business Project ion informat For further Admissions Offce Please contact the Phone +353 1 415 0400 Email [email protected]

135 pts Level 7 HETAC HETAC 3 years Full-Time N/A Part-Time

Points level 2008 CAO Code 410 gc

Framework Level by Validated Course Duration may be restricted. Business regarding their electives as some electives Business regarding choose this option should talk to the Faculty of choose this option should talk to the Faculty (Hons) in Business Studies (Level 8). Students who (Hons) in Business Studies (Level 8). nal year of GCD’s BA to the fnal year of GCD’s may elect to transfer On successful completion of this course students Progression Service, Banking and Insurance. Banking and Insurance. Service, Sales, Management, Human Resources, Customer Customer Resources, Human Management, Sales, nd employment in Marketing, will typically fnd employment in Marketing, Graduates

contributions are encouraged. encouraged. contributions are Careers to encourage discussion and team work, and individual and individual discussion and team work, to encourage and work-related practical assignments. Lecturers aim Lecturers assignments. practical and work-related This course is delivered by a combination of lectures by a combination of lectures is delivered course This marketing. skills which will encompass both general business and general skills which will encompass both of the subject and provide a range of knowledge and of the subject and provide a range to the economic, psychological and strategic principles strategic psychological and to the economic, cally, the programme aims to introduce students the programme Specifcally, position or a more general business function. business function. general position or a more foundation for a career in a particular marketing foundation for a career the knowledge and skills which will make a solid the knowledge and skills which will The BA in Marketing will provide students with BA in The

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Year 1 Introduction to Business Practices functional Students will be able to understand the management and the importance of of areas management in a changing environment. is programmes Learner protection for all HETAC provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Act 1999 Training) Qualifications (Education and English profciency in the English Students will gain greater Language. Intercultural Communications Students will gain a good command of business to communicate effectively English and will be trained environment. in a business/intercultural Tourism Culture and of what culture Students will develop an appreciation embraces. Computer Skills MS PowerPoint; Word; ECDL certifcation level in MS MS File and MS Internet Explorer MS Outlook; MS Excel; Management. Business Calculations Students will have the ability to analyse written problems and apply the most appropriate method to an appreciation Students will develop derive a solution. value of business calculations and their of the practical within the world of work. relevance ion informat For further Admissions Offce Please contact the Phone +353 1 415 0400 Email [email protected] Apply directly to GCD Apply directly ICM 1 year Full-Time or 1 semester fast-track ion course informat Apply by Validated Course Duration About the Course Certifcate has been one-year HETAC exciting This of introductory designed to provide a programme Students wishing studies for International Students. are programme undergraduate to pursue a HETAC to take this one-year course strongly recommended an advanced profciency unless they can demonstrate in English and study skills. Progression the following HETAC Students may gain entry to one of the three- depending upon their results; programmes BA the three-year year BA (Hons) in Business Studies, BA the three-year Accounting and Finance, (Hons) in the (Hons) in International Hospitality Management, Higher BA in Marketing or the two-year three-year Certifcate in Business. es i Stud ss si ne Bu n i icate if ert C ies Stud in Intercultural course content

Year 1 Accounting Business Communications and IT Economics Marketing Management and Organisations Business Project Year 2 Accounting Management Legal Framework Management Human Resource Technology Managing Information Enterprise Development Business Mathematics and Statistics is programmes Learner protection for all HETAC provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Act 1999 Training) Qualifications (Education and Programme modules and content are subject to ongoing quality assurance reviews and evolve to reflect educational industry developments ion informat For further Admissions Offce Please contact the Phone +353 1 415 0400 Email [email protected]

AQA Level 6 HETAC HETAC 2 years Full-Time N/A Part-Time

Points level 2008 CAO Code 416 gc Framework Level by Validated Course Duration complete further studies on a part-time basis. to seek employment immediately after the course may banking, retailing and marketing. Students who choose and marketing. retailing banking, nd employment in insurance, will typically fnd employment in insurance, Graduates to choose the area which appeals to them most. most. which appeals to them to choose the area many aspects of the world of business, allowing them many aspects of the world of business, means that students gain an understanding into the into the workplace. The broad scope of the course The into the workplace. who wish to pursue further studies or move straight who wish to pursue further studies or move straight This programme is the perfect platform for students is programme This Careers the BA (Ord) in Business Studies. in Business Studies. the BA (Ord) Finance. Alternatively students may enter into year 3 of Alternatively students may enter into Finance. Business Studies or the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Business Studies or the BA (Hons) in may elect to transfer to year two of the BA (Hons) in to year two of the BA may elect to transfer On successful completion of this certifcate students Progression to business problems and opportunities as they arise. to business problems and opportunities knowledge to select and apply appropriate techniques knowledge to select and apply appropriate On completion, you will have the confdence and On completion, the world of business and its countless opportunities. opportunities. the world of business and its countless technology are all addressed as you are prepared for prepared as you are all addressed technology are accounting, human resources, and information human resources, accounting, nance, fnance, Marketing, of business. perspective overall time programme, designed to give students a rich time programme, The Higher Certifcate in Business is a two-year full- Higher The

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Higher Certificate Irish Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management (IIPMM) in Business Procurement The IIPM is the professional association for purchasing and supply executives in the Republic of Ireland. The Institute’s aim is to promote excellence in all IIPMM aspects of purchasing and supply management through its education and training programmes, and its professional activities. They offer guidance on best course information For further information practice, implement research and training initiatives, and represent the interests of their 1,500 members Apply Apply directly to Griffth Corporate Training Please contact the Admissions Offce nationally and internationally. Validated by IIPMM Phone +353 1 415 0400 Course Duration 2 Years (2 evenings per week) Email [email protected] Frequently asked Questions

How can I book a place? About the Course Certification To reserve a place, complete the Part-Time Registration Form and return by post to: Corporate Training, Griffth Level 6.1 The Higher Certifcate aims to introduce the student Assessment includes module assignments, College, South Circular Road, Dublin 8. These forms are Fundamentals of Accounting to supply management and general commercial and examinations, learner reflections, research available on our website or by contacting the College Economics industrial aspects of the organisation to develop a assignments and integrative assessment. directly. On receipt of the application fee we will basic understanding of supply management and Business Organisation and confrm your place by post or email. Information Technology of current issues impacting on the competitive Marketing and Business Communications position of the organisation. It also introduces basic For whom Principles of Procurement quantitative methods used in research projects to Payments of Fees This course is designed for individuals interested in Purchasing and the Commercial Environment develop functional knowledge and its application in Fees must be paid to both Griffth College and the pursuing a career in purchasing and supply chain the procurement and supply management function to IIPM before course commencement. Fees can not be management in both the private and public sectors, emphasise the operational issues in procurement and refunded once a course has commenced as it is the and those seeking a recognised qualifcation in these Level 6.2 supply management. College policy not to refund fees irrespective of the related disciplines. It provides a mix of business circumstances. Statistics and Quantitative Methods and procurement related modules that will provide Fundamentals of Management you with the skills and knowledge to develop your Pre – requisites Introduction to Supply Chain competence and expertise that will add value to your Registration with the IIPM Storage and Distribution • Have at least three years appropriate work employer and you. To register as a student with the IIPM, students must Commercial Relationships experience register directly by 30th November of the current • Be working in procurement and supply management Progression and Career Options academic year (please refer to the IIPMM Student in the private or public sectors Handbook). • Have fve passes in the Leaving Certifcate Upon completion of the Higher Certifcate, graduates cour s e content including Mathematics and English or an equivalent are eligible to enter the Institute’s degree programme. educational standard or be over 23 years of age. The programme is the perfect foundation for participants who wish to progress in the workplace. Employment can be typically found in the areas of purchasing, merchandising, operations and retailing.

44 45 Diploma in Marketing, Diploma in Human Advertising, PR and Sales Resource Management

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Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Validated by ICM Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by ICM Phone +353 1 415 0400 Course Duration Part-Time 1 year Email [email protected] Course Duration Part-Time 1 year Email [email protected] or 1 semester fast-track or 1 semester fast-track cour s e content About the Course Year 1 About the Course

Students will gain the skills and knowledge to succeed Marketing Concepts This course will provide students with the appropriate in the marketing of products/services to the consumer, Marketing Environment skills and knowledge essential for effective Human industrial and service sectors. They will be asked Resource Management. They will be introduced to Buyer and Organisational Behaviour to design creative advertising and public relations the main HRM theories, and these will provide a Market Research and Segmentation campaigns, undertake case studies and practice sales conceptual and practical platform for student learning. Product Planning and Policy techniques; through these they will explore the world of marketing and promotion, and acquire an excellent Branding and Prices cour s e content understanding of this feld. Advertising Below and Above-the-Line International Marketing and Planning An Overview of Management Theory and Practice Sales Promotion Personnel Management and The learner protection arrangements of Section 43 of the Human Resource Management Qualifications (Education & Training) Act 1999 are not required in Sponsorship, Direct Mail Introduction to the Human Resource Function respect of this course and no such arrangements apply. Public Relations – Principles and Practice Recruitment and Selection Motivation in the Workplace graduate p rof i le Managing Stress at Work Staff Training and Development Mary Hennessy Managing Performance, Pay, Rewards and Benefts Employment Legislation Sponsorship & Promotions Industrial Relations Management RTE Television Sales Employee Relations Framework Undertaking the diploma in Marketing, Leadership and Organisational Culture Advertising, PR and Sales at Griffth College Teams, their Formations and Behaviour was defnitely a worthwhile & benefcial Conflict and its Resolution experience. It provided me with an in-depth knowledge of each of the disciplines, which in turn has given me an advantage in progressing within my career in media. The lecturers and administrative staff were always very helpful which made the return to studying that bit easier! I would highly recommend this course to anyone who has an interest in working in these areas. 46 47 48 Diploma inManagementstude respect ofthiscourseandnosucharrangementsapply. Qualifications (Education& Training) Act1999arenotrequiredin The learnerprotectionarrangementsofSection43the academic knowledgeandpractical managementskills. ensures allparticipantsare abletodeveloptheir the partofallmanagers. The structure ofthiscourse a greater degree ofabilityandprofessionalismon Increasing competitioninthemarketplacecallsfor About theCourse Course Duration Validated by Apply course information course content Interpreting FinancialInformation Marketing andSalesManagement Human Resource Management Communication Studies Management Principles or 1semesterfast-track Part-Time 1year ICM Apply directly toGCD

Email [email protected] Phone +35314150400 please contactthe Admissions Offce For furtherinformation management thisyear BA inhumanresource looking forward tostartingmy Resource studies, andIam the confdencetocontinueinmyHuman gained withinGriffthCollegehasgivenme revision. The knowledgeand experience notes were veryhelpfulwhen itcameto The coursewasbrokendown wellandthe was happeninginourownworkinglives. combining whatwewere learning withwhat who madethecourseveryinteresting, was luckythatIhadanexcellentLecturer within GriffthCollegeveryrelaxing and I commitments, butIfoundtheenvironment combining afulltimejobwithcollege At frstIwasalittleconcernedabout Air ProductsIreland Production Supervisor Alan Ryan

le i rof p graduate business school the graduate Who do youwantto be? 49 Programme information

Flexible study modes: Study full or part time. Through its portfolio of programmes in International Business Management, each of which provides a route to the award of an MBA, the Graduate Business School can offer students a Continuous Certification: Business graduates gain certifcation contemporary management education and a truly international environment in which to study. at the end of each semester. The Graduate Business School offers a dynamic teaching environment characterised by a Competitive Pricing: The cost of the MBA at Griffth College Dublin lecturing team with outstanding industry experience, and an educational setting that promotes is very competitive. and encourages the highest level of academic endeavour.

Tax relief: Griffth College students are entitled to 20% tax relief on all graduate courses.

Industry Links: The Graduate Business School lecturing team have outstanding industry experience.

Small Class sizes: intimate class sizes guarantee individual attention

Tripartite: The Tripartite Masters programme offers students the unique experience of studying in three European cities: Paris, Berlin and Dublin. Participants obtain two Masters in this one programme.

ACCA Preparation: The M.Sc in Accounting and Finance GRADUATE BUSINESS SCHOOL Management mirrors the three compulsory professional papers in the MSc and MBA in International Business Tripartite Programme: ACCA (P1, P2 and P3). Management – Full time and Part time 3 Cities-Berlin-Dublin-Paris, 2 Masters Degrees; 1 Global Perspective These programmes are designed to prepare graduates for careers in international business. They provide an This unique programme (presented in English) gives innovative route to an internationally recognised MSc and/ students the opportunity of studying in Berlin at SRH or MBA qualifcation. The graduate who can demonstrate, Hochschule (semester 1), Dublin at Griffth College or who subsequently obtains, appropriate management (semester 2), and Paris at INSEEC Grand Ecole (semester experience, normally based on at least two years 3), and then undertake their supervised dissertation at experience, will be eligible for the MBA award. one of these locations in order to obtain two masters degrees. Each institution will recruit 12 students for the MSc and MBA in Accounting and Finance annual intake in September, and the combined cohort will Management - Full time and Part time experience academic life, business life and student life in each of the three major European Cities. These programmes are aimed at graduates with or without relevant business experience and prepares Professional Certificate in International Business them for management careers in accounting and fnance Management by providing an innovative and flexible route to an internationally recognised qualifcation. The graduate This programme has been designed as a link programme who can demonstrate, or who subsequently obtains, to prepare graduates from non-business disciplines appropriate management experience, normally based on for entry to the MSc/MBA in International Business at least two years experience, will be eligible for the MBA Management programme. The programme leads to a award. Professional Certifcate award which is also internationally recognised.

50 51 the b e s t bi of gr i ff th B U SI NE SS S CHOOL GRADUATE THE OVERLAPPING DESIGN OF OUR Msc in international POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES Business and Management (Nottingham Trent University) & HETAC

The MSc has three stages Stage 3

This Programme is aimed at students with or without MSc Research Dissertation relevant business experience, but with a good Individual supervision and supporting lectures command of English and a primary degree at honours and seminars 2:1 level or above, or an appropriate postgraduate qualifcation. Applicants with a business related qualifcation may proceed directly to Stage 1 of the Programme. Applicants whose qualifcation is not Stage 4 business related will be advised to take the one – MBA in International Business semester Professional Certifcate in International Business Management before proceeding to Stage 1. 1. The MBA direct programme requires the student INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ACCOUNTING AND to have a minimum of two years management experience. Those who have an appropriate set of MANAGEMENT FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT The three Stages, which accumulate towards the final award, are: management competencies, as assessed by the submission of a management competency report, may stage 1 Stage 1 - Postgraduate Certifcate in International Business choose to write an MBA instead of an MSc dissertation FIVE TAUGHT MODULES FIVE TAUGHT MODULES Management and thus complete their MBA in approximately 12 Stage 2 - Postgraduate Diploma in International Business CAN EXIT WITH POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE NO EXIT QUALIFICATION Management months full time/two years part time. Stage 3 - MSc dissertation in International Business Management 2.Those graduates with no such prior experience, stage 2 who have completed their MSc, may subsequently, FIVE TAUGHT MODULES SIX TAUGHT MODULES normally within a two year period, submit, with CAN EXIT WITH POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA CAN EXIT WITH POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA Stage 1 mentor supervision, two reports based on experiential learning experience in the workplace. The successful stage 3 Five taught modules: completion of these reports enables them to replace -Management Accounting and Control their MSc qualifcation with an MBA. RESEARCH DISSERTATION RESEARCH DISSERTATION -Information Technology Management Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in ADDITIONAL ELECTIVE accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education -International Business Policy and Strategy and Training) Act 1999 -International Marketing Management stage 4 Programme modules and content are subject to ongoing quality -Strategic Human Resource Management assurance reviews and evolve to reflect educational industry 1. The MBA programme requires the student to have 2.Those graduates with no such prior experience, developments a minimum of two years management experience. who have completed their MSc, may subsequently, Those who have an appropriate set of management normally within a two year period, submit, with Stage 2 competencies, as assessed by the submission of a mentor supervision, two reports based on experiential management competency report, may choose to write learning experience in the workplace. The successful Six taught modules: an MBA dissertation instead of an MSc dissertation and completion of these reports enables them to replace -International Financial Management thus complete their MBA in approximately 12 months their MSc qualifcation with an MBA. -Globalisation full time/two years part time. -Corporate Responsibility NOTE: Applicants whose qualifcation is not business related will be advised to take the one semester Professional -Business Research Methods Certifcate in International Business Management before proceeding to Stage 1. -Business Development Plan and Entrepreneurship -International Operations Management 52 53 Who validates the programmes? For the MBA you will be assessed on your managerial ability and the application of your skills and knowledge All of our Graduate Business School programmes are in the workplace, as demonstrated in your two MSc/MBA in Accounting validated by Nottingham Trent University in the UK. Management Reports and by submission of a MBA This collaboration, including our 30 successful years dissertation. & Finance Management in business education, benefts students by combining the experience of both institutions. On completion you will be conferred with an internationally recognised What is the teaching schedule? The MSc has three stages -Audit and Assurance academic award of Nottingham Trent University. -Forensic Accounting Full-time students normally attend classes fve days a Students who complete the Postgraduate Cert, This Programme is aimed at students without relevant -Strategic Performance Measurement Systems Diploma, MSc or MBA stages, will receive a joint week, Monday–Friday, between 9am and 6pm. The business experience, but with a good command of English award from HETAC. All of the progammes delivered part-time programme is evening based, with classes and a primary degree at honours 2:1 level or above, or an by the Graduate Business School have national and between 6.30pm and 9.30pm on two or three evenings appropriate postgraduate qualifcation, in an accounting or Stage 3 MSc Dissertation in international recognition. per week, Monday–Thursday. Additional tutorials for fnance discipline. both full-time and part-time students are held at the Accounting & Finance Management weekend, when required. Timetables are available Study mode/Duration: MSc Research Dissertation on programme commencement. There are two 12- Our approach to teaching, Stage 1 – One semester full time/Two semesters part-time week semesters per year: September–December and Additional Management Elective learning and assessment Stage 2 Postgraduate Diploma February–May. Examinations are held in January and Choice of Electives: – One semester full-time/Two semesters part-time May. Completion of MSc and MBA projects will take Every class is an opportunity to explore, to learn and -International Operations Management place throughout the year. Stage 3 MSc –16 weeks full- time/up to 6 months part-time to question. We believe in an interactive teaching -International Marketing Management style that encourages students to make signifcant -Business Planning and Entrepreneurship contributions and presentations in class. This Stage 1 promotes the exchange of ideas as well as building Students of the Graduate Business confdence. International case studies form the basis School typically possess the Five taught modules: The MBA in Accounting & Finance of group discussions in tutorials and individual/group following qualities: -Strategic Human Resource Management assignments. Bearing in mind the ongoing dynamic Management has an Additional Stage -International Business Policy and Strategy nature of the international business environment, we • A potential to grow and an ability to continue -International Financial Standards (Bridging course) Stage 4 introduce and analyse the latest research and industry the life long learning experience. developments. This information is particularly useful -Information Technology Management • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 1. The MBA programme requires the student to have a for group assignments, presentations and independent -Organisational Risk Management minimum of two years management experience. Those who • Innovative, critical and creative thinking ability. research projects. -Corporate Responsibility have an appropriate set of management competencies, as Assessment for the Professional Certifcate, • Ability to work autonomously, collaboratively and assessed by the submission of a management competency Postgraduate Certifcate and Postgraduate Diploma assume leadership responsibility. report, may choose to write an MBA dissertation instead of an MSc dissertation and thus complete their MBA in is based on ongoing coursework and on fnal • A proactive approach and the ambition to succeed. Stage 2 - PG Dip in Accounting & examination performance. The Research Dissertation approximately 12 months full time/two years part time. Our courses are comprehensive and rigorous. You Finance Management for the MSc is assessed on the content, approach and 2.Those graduates with no such prior experience, who must be prepared for challenges that require flexibility presentation, as well as the student’s ability Six taught modules: have completed their MSc, may subsequently, normally and adaptability, teamwork and continuous innovation. to meet the required deadlines and specifcations. -International Financial Management within a two year period, submit, with mentor supervision, -Globalisation two reports based on experiential learning experience in -Corporate Reporting the workplace. The successful completion of these reports enables them to replace their MSc qualifcation with an -Business Research Methods student profiles MBA. Lorraine Glancy Yifan Yang Part Time MBA Graduate Full-time MSc Graduate Choice of Electives: Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education The Coaching, Learning, Support, and Work Experience received and facilitated The Faculty are very active in responding to -Advanced Taxation and Training) Act 1999 by Griffth College has proven invaluable throughout the MBA programme. students’ queries not only in the class but -Performance Management The Learning combined with the Practical has developed and expanded my outside the classroom... One thing I am much Programme modules and content are subject to ongoing quality knowledge, experience and awareness of International Business. impressed with is that the lecturers spend a lot -Tax Planning assurance reviews and evolve to reflect educational industry of time discussing assignments with students... developments As part of the MBA role I commenced working for a Multinational Company -Corporate Financial Management All these small things helped me to do well in my and have since progressed into a Leadership Role within Supply Chain. I would assignments and build a rapport with lecturers. recommend this course to all who are looking to pursue a career in Business as it proves to be an invaluable asset. 54 55 The Institutions

THE TRIPARTITE MASTERS IN This programme involves three institutions, one Organisation in each of these three capital cities. Each Institution will recruit 12 students for the annual INTERNATIONAL BUSINess intake in September, and the combined cohort will Berlin experience academic life, business life and student life in each of the three major European cities. This THREE CITIES – BERLIN-DUBLIN-PARIS - TWO MASTERS SRH Hoschule Berlin, is a state-approved University of programme will be presented over four semesters, Applied Sciences situated in Berlin. It offers a two-year with all students being in Berlin for Semester 1, in International Business Master’s programme, presented Dublin for Semester 2 and in Paris for Semester 3. In The Tripartite MSc may be completed in four The modules to be taught in in the English language. Students graduate with a Semester 4 students will undertake their dissertation semesters. Semester One takes place in Berlin, Paris in semester three will be as follows: Master of Arts (M.A.) in International Management. project at one of the three institutions. Their master’s Semester Two in Dublin, Semester Three in Paris International Finance The programme responds to the constantly growing dissertation will be jointly supervised by two and Semester Four at whichever of the three locations Leadership/Motivation requirement from companies for employees in supervisors. Each student, with appropriate advice, will the student wishes to complete their Dissertation. Lobbying and Business Ethics contract, project and risk management, to operate determine which two awards he or she would most across international borders and who have a Intercultural Management appropriately qualify. command of international business. SRH University On successful completion the student will receive two International Marketing courses are distinguished by their professionalism and Emerging Countries degrees, normally one from the College through which project-based, modern approach to training. Entry Requirements they were recruited, and secondly from the College International Business Strategy whose degree most closely mirrors their career Business Research Methods 2 English Language Proficiency aspirations. The available degrees are: Dublin

The entire programme is presented in English, and Griffth College Dublin offers an MSc/MBA in The MSc Dissertation and Internship in Semester four therefore all applicants must provide suffcient International Business Management which is validated Berlin - MA in International Strategic Management will be available through all three institutions and will linguistic profciency (IELTS (6.5), TOEFL (550 ) or by the Nottingham Trent University. The Graduate Dublin - MSc in International Business Management be based on the Paris model. The location will reflect equivalent) in order to participate successfully in the Business School at GCD provides programmes in Paris - MSc in International Business Strategy the student’s preference and the location of their main degree. Proof will be accepted with an authorized and International Business Management at MSc and MBA offcially attested copy of the relevant certifcate with supervisor. The “modules” are: levels. These programmes provide an educational your application. The modules to be taught in Internship Programme experience which is strongly vocational, academically Berlin in semester one will be as follows: MSc Dissertation rigorous and intellectually challenging – a key Global Strategy Management stepping stone to a career in international business Academic Achievement management. The Graduate Business School offers Contract Knowledge Management p rof i le s tudent a dynamic teaching environment characterised by a Applicants should have a primary degree at honours International Contract and Company Law lecturing team with outstanding industry experience, 2:1 level or higher, or an appropriate postgraduate Project Development and an educational setting that promotes and qualifcation in a business related discipline. Risk Management encourages the highest level of academic endeavour. Company Project Application and Selection Process

Paris The modules to be taught in Applications for the programme can either be made Dublin in semester two will be as follows: INSEEC Grande Ecole offers, through its Business online via the internet or by post using the application

International Operations Management Arjmand Chatha School, an MSc and MBA in Paris. It has also developed form. This information will be used during the selection a range of bilateral agreements with some thirty-three procedure, which will involve all three institutions Information Technology Management Full-time MSc Graduate international institutions across the world leading to Management and Cost Accounting The course I am pursuing is highly double awards – including Diploma, MSc and MBA. The Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Business Research Methods 1 appropriate and relevant to my campus, located in the centre of Paris, has a special Training) Act 1999 International SHRM. advancement in business and technology “architectural personality” which permits students to Management Development today, particularly international business. identify with the School while being in the heart of the Entrepreneurship and Business Planning I hope it will help me fnd a career with surrounding economic and cultural activities of the city. vast opportunities. Any student who It is a Business School whose teaching methods reflect wishes to pursue their studies in Ireland those of France’s elite higher business schools and the concepts of personal and reflective balance. should consider Griffth College. 56 57 Professional Certificate in course information For further information Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the School of Professional Accountancy International Business and Management Phone +353 1 415 0473 Email [email protected]

The Professional Certifcate in International Business Management is a broad-based, practical introductory programme of one semester duration, specifcally designed to prepare graduates whose primary discipline is not business or management related for entry to the postgraduate stages of the MSc/MBA programmes outlined above.

Five taught modules:

- Personal and Professional Development - International Financial Accounting - Organisational Behaviour and Management - Fundamentals of Marketing Management

- The International Business Environment

Progression

The Professional Certifcate, for non-business graduates, is required for entry to the postgraduate programmes. school of professional

Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education accountancy and Training) Act 1999

graduate profile Nikolaus Sommer Full-time MSc Graduate I fnd that the course I am doing and the degree I am going to receive from Griffth College is both appropriate and relevant to the advancement of business and technology. I hope it will direct me to a career with vast opportunities. The course in International Business will meet the requirements of any students across the globe who wish to pursue their studies in Ireland. Who do you want to be? 58 59 Programme information

Gold Star Status: CPA has awarded Griffth College the Gold star status Our ACCA full-time course is an opportunity for prospective students to immediately commence their accountancy career. The course is ideally suited for students who ACCA Platinum Status: The ACCA has awarded Griffth College The have decided that they wish to qualify as accountants rather than pursue a general Platinum Accreditation- the highest recognition by the ACCA. Business Studies course.

Pass Rates: The Griffth College ACCA success rates consistently exceed the Griffth College provides high quality professional training that prepares students to global average. Griffth College have come frst in the world on 6 occasions in appreciate fully the roles of managerial and fnancial accounting in business. Graduates the ACCA papers of these programmes will have a clear grasp of the role and context of the accounting function within a business. Subjects studied reflect the wider accounting environment Student Support: a team of 30 tutors committed to student success in Ireland and internationally.

Tax relief: Griffth College students are entitled to 20% tax relief on all professional accountancy courses

Flexible Education: Griffth offers a number of study options to busy professionals: Evening classes, weekends, revisions courses, distance learning and exams by CBE (Computer Based Examinations).

Market leading study materials: Study texts and Revision Notes approved by ACCA and are examiner-reviewed

Locations: Griffth College offer accountancy tuition in Dublin, Drogheda, Naas, Cork, Waterford and Limerick

By enrolling on any main course at Griffith College, you get:

Free ACCA approved study materials and revision kits Free revision sessions Free mock exams and marking Free homework questions, marking and email comments facility

Course Title programme requirements Full-time part-time

Association of Chartered Certifed Passes in fve subjects to include: 3Cs 3 years 3 years Accountants (ACCA) (Hons) + 2D3s (Ord) including a pass in Maths and English The Institute of Certifed Public Passes in six subjects to include: 3Cs N/A 4 years Accountants (CPA) (Hons) + 3D3s (Ord) including a pass in Maths and English The Institute of Accounting Five passes on ordinary papers (grade D N/A 2 years Technicians in Ireland (IATI) or better) or four passes of which at least two are on higher level papers (grade D or better). Passes must be obtained in English and at least one subject from mathematics or accountancy

60 61 the best bits of griffith PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANCY PROFESSIONAL LLB (Hons) in Irish Law 68 BA (Hons) in Business and Law 70 student profile BA in Legal Studies 72 The Professional Law School 75 Certificate & Diploma courses in Professional Legal Studies 78 Preparatory Course for The Law Society of Ireland’s Ailish McHugh Linda Andrews Final Examination – Part One (Entrance Examination – FE1) 80 ACCA Paper F5 – 3rd in Ireland & ACCA Paper P2 – 2nd in Ireland & 10th in the World, December 2007 12th in the World, December 2007 Preparatory Course for the Honorable Society of King’s Inns’ Entrance Examinations 81 I have studied for the frst six ACCA exams i’ve studied for all my ACCA exams at with Griffth College. I attended lectures Griffth College and have found the courses New York Bar Examination 81 in Drogheda and Dublin and have found very benefcial. The lecturers were very both the college and lecturers to be very helpful, knowledgeable and enthusiastic California Bar Examination 81 approachable and helpful. I was very happy about their subjects, which made learning with my F5 result and felt that the lecturer easier. I would recommend Griffth for this subject made this subject interesting College to anyone considering and manageable. I intend to continue my studying ACCA . further studies with Griffth College and would recommend the college to anyone considering commencing ACCA . faculty of LAW

Who do you want to be? 62 63 Programme information Griffth College is home to Ireland’s largest Law School incorporating both the undergraduate and professional law schools.

Largest Law School: Griffth College has over 2,600 students registered

Law Society Recognition: The LLB, BA in Business and Law and the LAWBA in Legal studies are all accredited by the Irish Law Society Books included in Fees: The core text books for Law programmes are included in the fees

Practical Pedagogy: Practical education encompassing debating, court visits and moot courts

High Academic Profile: Griffth Law Professors are graduates of Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard and the London School of Law

Library Resources: The Griffth College library is a subscriber to Lexis Nexis, Westlaw UK and Westlaw.ie the world’s premier legal research engines.

New York Bar: The full time LLB is recognised by the New York Bar

Student Intranet: Griffth College facilitates web-based learning via lecture notes on the student intranet CAO CODE course title programme requirements 2008 points full-time part-time

Assignment Feedback: Intensive assignment feedback sessions Apply to GCD *LLB (Hons) in Irish Law 2C3s (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) 305 3 years 3 years or to the CAO (NTU/HETAC) to include a language Tax relief: Griffth College students are entitled to 20% tax relief on all using GC403 HETAC validated undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Apply to GCD BA (Hons) in Business 2C3s (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) 270 3 years 3 years or to the CAO and Law (NTU/HETAC) to include Maths and a language using GC404 GC415 BA (Ordinary) in Legal 5D3s (Ord) to include Maths 120 3 years N/A Studies (HETAC) and a language Apply to GCD Diploma in Professional 5D3s (Ord) to include a language N/A 1 year N/A Legal Studies (IILEX and GCD)

N/A – Not applicable AQA – All qualifed applicants (applicants met the minimum entry requirements) * This programme is also offered on a full and part-time basis at Griffith College Cork.

64 65 the b e s t bi of gr i ff th qualifed part-time lecturers, graduates of such School become involved in the branches of political illustrious institutions as Harvard University, Oxford parties in the College, as well as the Students’ Union. University, the London School of Economics, the University of London as well as the Irish Universities. For detailed information on our exemplary law team Programme Validation Studying Law at please visit www.gcd.ie/law In addition to their roles as class lecturers, they also All degree programmes offered by the School are act as module leaders with responsibility for the validated by the Higher Education and Training delivery of individual subjects. While all of the staff Awards Council (HETAC) and/or the Nottingham Trent take their teaching very seriously, they’re still available University (NTU). Information on our validating bodies InG recentr years,i moreff than halfi thof all Irish law Cgraduatesollege were Griffith College students outside class hours to handle specifc student queries. is also included within this prospectus. On successful Within our uniquely relaxed environment then, it all completion of the degree programmes, students are makes for a very lively school! eligible to sit the entrance examinations for the Law Society of Ireland.

Teaching Methods King’s Inns Accreditation Academic excellence combines knowledge acquisition with refnement of the skills to apply it. At Griffth Griffth College Dublin is the frst college in the non- College Law School we use a variety of teaching university sector to have degrees [LLB (Hons) and methods in that twin pursuit. The traditional lecture BA (Hons) in Business and Law] recognised by the is important, but comprises relatively few classroom Honorable Society of King’s Inns for the purposes of hours in a learning style that combines tutorials, group admission to its annual entrance examinations. Having work, discussion, project work, web-based learning successfully completed these fve examinations, and independent study. Much of your study will be students may then complete the Barrister at Law Why Study Law at Griffith College? Several features have greatly helped to set us work undertaken on your own initiative – reading degree in just one year. apart as Ireland’s premier law school: and thinking about issues in case reports, statutory A law degree is highly regarded not simply by the materials and periodicals. Core module textbooks and legal profession. It’s a rigorous academic subject printed notes are provided as part of the course fee, Semesterisation with political, economic and social signifcance. THe Learning Environment with a personal tutor to advise you on organising your Law regulates the conduct of any organised society private study. You’ll be well-equipped and in good All courses offered by the law school are delivered through a structure of rules. You’ll come to know the With an overriding commitment to the creation hands! on a semesterised basis, enabling students to better handle a diversity of subjects. Together with theory of law and the Irish legal system. Importantly, of a relaxed and productive atmosphere in the Training in oral advocacy and mooting is essential for continuous assessment, it also helps students retain law will also provide you with a competence in law school, you’ll fnd lectures and tutorials all law students, whether they wish to become barristers a constant focus on their work. Furthermore, students disciplined thinking, precision and persuasiveness undertaken on a frst-name basis. Formal and informal or otherwise. The ability to formulate legal information are infused with the ethic of producing high quality together with critical skills of analysis, research and student assignments attract both oral as well as in a structured presentation is essential for related work within reasonable but defned time deadlines - problem-solving. written feedback, with a close and friendly working work in your later professional life. Broadcast media relationship between students and staff all based on an invaluable experience for their future professional Here at Griffth College Law School you’ll fnd the are used in teaching skills such as oral advocacy. You a spirit of trust and collaboration. Despite increasing lives. largest law school in Ireland. With over 50% of all Irish also get the opportunity to assess the role of law and student numbers, the ‘open door’ policy of lecturers law graduates being Griffth College students, we lawyers through investigation of the news media, promotes a positive learning environment within a have created a formidable reputation for academic guest speakers and court visits. strong ethos of pastoral care, so you’ll fnd it very easy Assessment excellence. An impressively high number of graduates to feel at home. obtain immediate employment on completion of Performance in all modules is assessed using a their studies. Moreover, the subsequent success of ExTra-Curricular Activity combination of written examinations and coursework. graduates in the rigorous professional legal entrance Coursework takes a number of forms depending on examinations is indisputable evidence of the school’s Staff at the Law School At present there are well over 800 undergraduate the requirements of each particular module. These high standards. In recent years, almost 70% of King’s students in the College studying law at all levels. include: Inns’ Barrister-at-Law degree students were prepared The Law School combines a mix of full-time lecturers Students participate in internal, national and via Griffth College. Moreover, our LLB, BA in Business and part-time teaching staff, all of whom are either international moot trial and debating competitions. n Individual student-based case analysis academics in specialist subject-areas or practising & Law and BA in Legal Studies degree courses are all Law School students also perfect their written n Essays and other assignments accredited by the Law Society of Ireland. Indeed, our solicitors and barristers. Our staff members - among advocacy skills by writing articles for one of the n Report on a court visit full-time LLB is recognised by the New York Bar. Griffth the fnest teachers in the country - are engaged in student newspapers, or the Law School’s academic College Law School also provides study materials research across a number of felds including human journal, the Independent Law Review. Politics are n Computer-based assignments to intending candidates for both the New York and rights, legal theory, criminal law, commercial law never far from law, and many students of the Law n Group-based assignments California Bar exams. and media law. The Law School has a pool of highly

66 67 LLB (HONS) IN IRISH LAW jointly awarded by nottingham trent university & HETAC

CAO Code gc403 (dublin) For further information

gc203 (cork) Please contact the Admissions Offce

Points level 2008 305 pts Phone +353 1 415 0400 Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Email [email protected] Validated by Nottingham Trent University & HETAC Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time 3 years

About this course Year 1 YEAR 3 But any law degree does all that, doesn’t it? part-time student you have also LLB comes from the Latin - Legum Bacallaureus – Introduction to the Legal System European Union Law (I and II) the flexibility to complete the Bachelor of Laws. A highly focused discipline, law Think again. Validated by the Nottingham Trent Legal Writing, Research Company Law (I and II) examines how groups and individuals regulate their programme over four or fve years, and Communications University and HETAC, the LLB (Hons) in Irish Law sets Jurisprudence relationships, while at the same time you’ll learn to and so help dilute your personal or Law of Torts (I and II) itself apart. Crafted and refned from the seasoned Family Law* think conceptually within a broad number of basic work commitments. Law of Contract (I and II) input of heavy hitters from the profession as well as Intellectual Property Law* principles. While at secondary school you may have Comprehensive, rigorous and Constitutional Law (I and II) the college’s expert full-time and associate lecturing Human Rights Law* been asked for your opinion on some topic, as a staff, it combines legal training to industry standards, enduring, the LLB (Hons) in Irish professional you’ll need to develop and justify a with all the necessary academic depth. So life after Law is the perfect choice for your YEAR 2 *These modules will be offered reasoned point of view. There’s a difference! graduation means a running start, not a kick start. legal career. as electives. Elective modules are Equity and Trusts (I and II) offered subject to demand Criminal Law (I and II) So what’s in it for you? With all the core modules for the syllabi of the Land Law (I and II) Learner protection for all HETAC At the outset, graduating with an LLB degree will entrance examinations for both The Law Society of programmes is provided in Law of Evidence accordance with Section 43 of position you for the Law Society of Ireland’s entrance Ireland and The Honorable Society of King’s Inns, the Criminology the Qualifications (Education and examinations and, if successful, to undertake some LLB degree programme combines written coursework Training) Act 1999 Employment Law* further study and qualify as a solicitor. Alternatively, with an end of semester exam. Full-time and part-time Administrative Law* as a graduate you can also apply to sit the Honorable courses both run from September to May. Programme modules and content are subject to ongoing quality Society of King’s Inns’ Entrance Examinations. Success assurance reviews and evolve in those fve entrance exams enables you to complete to reflect educational industry The full-time degree consists of lectures and tutorials, cour s e content the Honorable Society of King’s Inns’ Barrister at developments with some 14 lecture hours per week. Extra time Law degree in just one year. Thirdly, even if those is allocated to assignment work - and to the vital career routes don’t appeal, you might proceed to independent study that shapes attitudes, deepens postgraduate study for a Master in Laws (LLM). The understanding, and provides you with practical LLB degree lends itself some really stimulating career exposure to problem-solving. The evening part-time opportunities across a range of areas - like journalism, degree consists of 10 weekly lecture hours over three media, fnance, public administration, industry and evenings. While typically three years’ duration, as a commerce.

68 69 BA (HONS) IN business and LAW jointly awarded by nottingham trent university & HETAC

CAO Code gc404 For further information

Points level 2008 270 pts Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by Nottingham Trent University & HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time 3 years

About this course Year 1 YEAR 3

A law degree is about analysis, attention to detail, course consists of approximately 18 hours of lectures then complete the Honorable Business Economics Human Resource Management argument and communication, all grounded on per week with extra time allocated to tutorials and Society of King’s Inns’ Barrister Law of Contract Strategic Management fundamental principles and established practices. assignment work. The part-time course consists of at Law degree in just one year. Introduction to the Legal System International Business Moreover, as law is the ultimate regulator of approximately 10 hours of lectures per week, usually Alternatively, further studies at Financial Accounting Equity and Trusts Law (I and II) relationships in society, it also has a profound delivered over three evenings per week. postgraduate level remain another Information Systems Company Law economic and social signifcance. The commercial option across a wide range of Quantitative Methods Commercial Law or Jurisprudence context of law rests largely in the broader business disciplines. Constitutional Law (l and ll) Taxation or Dissertation* So what are the career options? arena, where specialist areas range from contract to

property, commercial to EU law, amongst others. Well, on successful graduation, a career in business *These modules will be offered Commercial employment uptake could be pursued in two ways. Firstly, perhaps a role as YEAR 2 as electives. Elective modules are amongst previous graduates of this offered subject to demand an in-house legal consultant might well appeal to you. Marketing Management programme has included high- The BA (Hons) in Business and Law degree provides Organisations within increasingly regulated industries Employee Relations you with a balanced educational programme in both profle and diverse organizations. Learner protection for all HETAC or complex environments such as fnancial or public Law of Torts (I and II) programmes is provided in Examples are COMREG, Ernst & business and law. Individual modules have been services have come to rely on this expertise to help Land Law (I and II) accordance with Section 43 of refned to provide an ideal programme to acquire and Young, KPMG, Permanent TSB the Qualifications (Education and guide the legal implementation of their business European Union Law Training) Act 1999 and the Revenue Commissioners, apply a specialist mix of knowledge to the evolving strategy. Conversely, you might choose to apply your Management Accounting business and legal environment in Ireland. amongst many others. broad-based business and administrative skills to the Programme modules and content management of your own legal practice. are subject to ongoing quality

cour s e content assurance reviews and evolve Year 1 of the course emphasises those modules to reflect educational industry developments relating to business management and its key Graduates who want to pursue legal careers as a processes, with later years shifting the emphasis solicitor are eligible to sit the entrance examinations to to legal subjects. All modules combine written the Law Society of Ireland. Graduates of the BA (Hons) coursework and an end of semester examination. The in Business and Law are eligible to sit the Honorable course is provided on a full-time and part-time basis Society of King’s Inns’ Entrance Examinations. Having and runs from September to May. The full-time successfully completed these examinations, you may

70 71 BA in legal studies HETAC

CAO Code gc415 For further information

Points level 2008 120 pts Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 7 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years

About this course Year 1 YEAR 3

Studying law doesn’t make a law career compulsory. To be admitted to the course, students must have Introduction to the Legal System The Law of Trusts As well as practising law, graduates can pursue obtained a minimum of Grade D3 in fve ordinary Principles of Contract Law Succession Law all kinds of interests – from banking & fnance to level papers to include a language and mathematics. Principles of Constitutional Law European Union Law journalism, from the civil service to accountancy. And Applicants of 23 years of age or over on the 1st of Legal Research, Writing and Employment Law Communications why is that? Because apart from your suffciency in a January of the year of application, who have suitable Family Law Principles of Criminal Law professional discipline, you’ll also be equipped with experience to bring to their studies may be admitted Company Law The Law of Torts: An Introduction a quite different approach to problem-solving and without these entry requirements. Legal Drafting Principles of Land Law analysis, which means you’ll develop an ability to see Forensic Accounting the ‘bigger picture’. Combine that with persuasive Civil Litigation, Procedure and This programme gives you a comprehensive insight Case Management leadership and you’ll begin to understand just why a Learner protection for all HETAC into the Irish legal system. In a demanding and rigorous law degree from Griffth College commands such high programmes is provided in academic subject, you must pass all eight fnal year accordance with Section 43 of regard from employers. YEAR 2 the Qualifications (Education and modules - awarded with distinction, merit or pass. The Training) Act 1999 Elements of Contract Law BA in Legal Studies enables graduates to sit the Law Constitutional Law and Society of Ireland’s Entrance Examinations. At present, This Level 7 degree programme is designed with the Judicial Review Programme modules and content objective of developing your competence to recognise, students planning to apply for admission to the King’s are subject to ongoing quality Landlord and Tenant Law assurance reviews and evolve analyse and solve legal problems. You’ll also learn to Inns are required to take the King’s Inns’ two-year Information Technology to reflect educational industry developments communicate their resolution in an environment of diploma course before attending the King’s Inns’ Elements of the Law of Torts cour s e content economic, social and technological change. Moreover, Entrance Examinations. Another logical option is to The Law of Equity acquiring a critical basis for legal knowledge will take the fnal year of the LLB (Hons) in Irish Law, though Conveyancing be complemented by the practical skills to perform as a graduate you could look to take up positions in the Criminal Law: Practice and legal tasks to a professional standard. Other non-law business world leading, for example, to a role as an in- Procedure subjects such as Computing, Quantitative Methods house legal advisor with major fnancial services frms, and Finance bridge the gap between the acquisition insurance companies and in the property management of knowledge and the refnement of the skills to sector. In truth, your options will be limited only by your undertake professional practice. own ambition.

72 73 the professional law school

Who do you want to be? 74 75 The Professional Law School Awards: The Griffth College Professional Law School has The Professional Law School was established in 1995, with the aim of providing obtained consistent success in the FE1 examinations with 42 FE1 law (and non-law) graduates with the best possible preparation for the profession. prize winners to date and 14 of the 18 law society prizes in the Since then, the school has become the largest provider of professional legal past two years training in Ireland, with a justifable reputation for excellence.

FE1 Pass rates: consistently exceed the national average

FE1 study manuals: up to date and easy to follow

Homework: weekly homework collection, correction and individual assessment

Kings Inns: Excellent Advancement rate to the Irish School for Barristers. 95% frst time pass rate

IILEX Accreditation: The Griffth College Legal executives Course is the only course in Ireland accredited by the Irish Close to 7,000 students have undertaken programmes As a result of the growth and evolution of the role Institute of Legal Executives (IILEX). in the school, the majority in preparation for the of the Legal Executive, the BA in Professional Legal Online Videos: All FE1 and Kings Inns preparatory classes are entrance examinations of the Incorporated Law Society Practice is designed to provide training adequate to recorded and available online for student revision of Ireland and the Honorable Society of King’s Inns. The ensure that graduates can enter the professional legal success of these rigorous and intensive preparatory environment and work at a senior level. Modular-based Distance Learning: The Griffth Professional Law School courses is unequalled in positioning graduates to over three years at certifcate, diploma and degree offers distance education in the FE1 and IILEX courses quickly complete their professional law qualifcations. level, this programme is delivered on a part-time basis.

Library Facilities: The Griffth College library is a subscriber to The FE1 Preparation Course is offered through taught Griffth College Professional Law School provides Lexis Nexis, Westlaw UK and Westlaw.ie the world’s premier legal options in Dublin, Cork, Waterford and Galway, with the the MicroMash, New York State and California research engines. choice of an evening or weekend course, or indeed Bar Association Home-Study Programmes. These Tax relief: Griffth College students are entitled to 20% tax a combination of both in Dublin. Our Preparation programmes provide you with a degree of flexibility relief on all HETAC validated undergraduate and postgraduate Course has become the most popular FE1 Preparation unmatched by any other Bar Review provider. As a self- programmes. Course in the country, with an outstanding reputation study course, it allows you prepare at your own pace founded on dedicated, talented lecturers and focused and to your own study timetable. examination materials. In fact Griffth professional law The Griffth College & Micromash Bar course is students have enjoyed 42 law society prizes to date. designed to provide the best possible preparation for As the frst college in the non-university sector to have the exam to any graduate who has studied law in a its degrees recognised by the Honorable Society of jurisdiction based on the English common law system. King’s Inns for the purposes of admission to its annual In addition to the books covering the New York or entrance examinations, be assured that our 5-subject California Bar subjects and practice questions, the King’s Inns’ Preparation Course carries an outstanding related MicroMash Review also includes a six-week reputation. Intensive and practical, it maintains the writing workshop, wherein you are paired with an closest alignment with the specifc examination papers attorney/mentor licensed in that state. set by the Honorable Society of King’s Inns. Taught options are provided in Dublin and Cork, with distance learning provided from Dublin. 76 77 the b e s t bi of gr i ff th P ROFE SSI ONAL LAW certificate and diploma courses in professional legal studies The Irish Institute of Legal Executives and Griffith College Dublin

Legal Executives assist in the processing of legal Course Profile student receives a full set of course materials for Admission matters with solicitors, barristers, in the Courts of each module undertaken, and is assigned a course Ireland and within other areas of commercial and Griffth College Professional Law School offers tutor who will correct homework on a weekly basis. Admission to the programme is at the discretion of the legal practice. They undertake their work according this course on a part-time basis over two years. A Distance learning students are invited to attend Irish Institute of Legal Executives and Griffth College to professional standards of integrity and conduct as Certifcate in Professional Legal Studies will awarded lectures on campus in the frst (orientation) week. Dublin. required by the law of the Republic of Ireland, by the on successful completion of the frst year, with a legal profession and by the Code of Rules of the Irish Diploma in Professional Legal Studies being awarded Institute of Legal Executives. on successful completion of the second year. This Tuition Duration Qualifed legal executives are employed in private course is also offered by the College’s Undergraduate The full tuition component of the course totals 94 The course is taught over two years, in two stages. practice, in the legal departments of banks and Law School as a one-year, full-time programme. In hours per stage. Six subjects are taken in Stage One. Each stage comprises twenty weeks of lectures, and public or local authorities, as well as in industry and both cases you’ll be assured of a highly supportive You may take four of the fve subjects offered in runs from mid-January to June. commerce. Working to a large extent as part of a environment throughout your studies. Stage Two. legal team, some legal executives may specialise in Diploma graduates are eligible for enrolment as areas such as conveyancing, pensions, property, civil Associate Members of the Irish Institute of Legal litigation and insurance claims. Typically, as a graduate Executives, and all participants are eligible to in employment you’ll assist in the preparation, analysis become Student Members of the Institute. In terms and interpretation of a variety of legal documents and of career progression, you should be aware that Certificate and Diploma PROFESSIONAL LEGAL may prepare and fle court documents. The range of successful completion of the Diploma also enables activities also includes attending counsel and legal entry to year two of the College’s LLB degree STUDIES PROGRESSION MATRIx research. programme in Irish law. Total This programme is offered by Griffth College in Programme Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Module 4 Module 5 Module 6 Credits conjunction with the Irish Institute of Legal Executives. Certificate The Irish Law of Torts Contract Law Civil Litigation, Procedure Criminal Law Criminal Law 50 Credits Legal System and Case Management Practice and Course Materials 8 Credits 12 Credits 8 Credits Procedure While it aims to provide you with an academic 10 Credits 6 Credits grounding in the traditional core legal subjects, it 6 Credits Detailed manuals covering each area of academic maintains a focus on the practical application of these Diploma Constitutional Law Company Law Land Law Conveyancing Choose 1st Choose 2nd 50 Credits study are provided at the commencement of the term. & Judicial Review Specialist Subject Specialist legal principles in the work environment of the legal 8 Credits 8 Credits 10 Credits Subject These manuals minimise the need for note-taking and 8 Credits 8 Credits executive. 8 Credits enable a tutorial style approach to be taken in lectures.

Specialist Succession Law The Law of Trusts Family Law European Union Law Employment Law A ‘distance learning’ course delivery option is also Subjects 8 Credits 8 Credits 8 Credits 8 Credits 8 Credits available for this programme. Each distance learning

78 79 Preparatory Course for The Law Society of Ireland’s Preparatory Course for the Honorable Society of Final Examination – Part One (Entrance Examination – FE1) King’s Inns’ Entrance Examinations

Geared to the specifc examination papers set by the Lectures incorporate past question and sample answer Every year the Griffth College Professional Law School In parallel with incisive lectures, assignments and class Law Society of Ireland, the Griffth College Professional sessions,while assignments and class tests remain conducts a preparation course for students intending tests remain important elements of course delivery, Law School’s 14-week FE1 Preparation Course is critical components to building your capability to to sit the Honorable Society of King’s Inns’ Entrance building your capability to analyse complex problems both intensive and practical. Against a background of analyse complex problems and to arrive at rational and Examinations. and to arrive at rational and informed conclusions. unequalled quality in materials, notes and facilities, informed conclusions. You will receive personalised You’ll receive individual assessment of coursework Locations: Dublin, Cork & Distance Learning underpinned by outstanding, supportive lecturers, assessment of your coursework throughout the throughout the programme duration, while classwork you’re assured an environment whose pathfnding duration of the course, while classwork and homework and homework is set and corrected weekly. spirit will direct your focus not simply to succeed, but is set and corrected weekly. An end-of-course mock Course Profile to excel. examination provides a disciplined mechanism against This course was the frst entrance exam and which to apply and measure your accumulated Course Schedule Locations: Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, client-oriented programme in Ireland. Intensive learning. Waterford & Distance Learning and practical, its delivery is closely aligned to the The King’s Inns’ Preparatory course runs over a 10- The Griffth College Professional Law School’s FE1 specifc examination papers set by the examiners week period from June to August each year, with (Final Examination – Part One) Preparation Course has Course Profile of the Honorable Society of King’s Inns. With tuition provided in all fve subjects. The fnal course become the most popular FE1 Preparation Course in unequalled quality in its materials, notes and facilities, lecture carries a full revision and syllabus recap. the country, with an outstanding reputation founded on The Final Examination - First Part is the entrance underpinned by outstanding, supportive lecturers, Course delivery alternatives include: dedicated, talented lecturers and focused examination you’ll fnd a compelling environment that will direct examination to the Law Society of Ireland. Only n Taught options in Dublin & Cork materials. those who have passed or gained exemption from your focus to excel. n Distance learning sourced from Dublin the Preliminary Examination can sit this examination Programmes run from June to September and from Highly-intensive tuition is provided for all fve entrance which is held twice each year, normally in summer and November to March each year, with tuition provided for examination subjects: autumn. all eight FE1 subjects. Course delivery carries a range n Contract Law n Criminal Law of options for students: The FE1 examination reflects eight papers in the n Law of Evidence n Constitutional Law following subject areas: n Taught options in Dublin Cork, Limerick, Waterford & n Law of Torts Galway n European Union Law n Equity n Choice of Evening or Weekend Courses (or a n Constitutional Law n Company Law combination of both in Dublin) New York Bar Examination n Criminal Law n Law of Contract n Distance Learning Griffth College & MicroMash Bar Review n Law of Tort n Real Property n From 2008 - new Dublin, City Centre location. Location: Dublin n Full timetable and lecturing panel available on www.gcd.ie/fe1 The New York State Bar examination is administered twice a year in February and July. The Bar examination contains two sections, the New York section and the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE). The Griffth College Professional Law School provides the MicroMash, New York State Bar Association Home- Study Programme. This programme provides you with a degree of flexibility unmatched by any other Bar Review provider. As a self-study course, it allows you to study at your own pace and to your own study timetable.

california Bar Examination Griffth College Dublin & MicroMash Bar Review

Location: Dublin The Griffth College Professional Law School provides the MicroMash, California Bar Association Home-Study Programme. This programme provides you with a degree of flexibility unmatched by any other Bar Review provider. As a self-study course, it allows you to study at your own pace and to your own study timetable.

80 81 prizewinners to date Corporate Legal Training

2000 2004 Aisling O’Sullivan Law Society prize winner in Company Law The Professional Law School undertakes bespoke Programmes can be delivered in-house or on campus. Aidan Fahy Overend Scholar Therese Lyne courses for corporate clients in the following areas: Law Society prize winner in Contract Law Law Society prize winner in Company Law Joanne Leetch The Centre’s approach will typically adopt the following Law Society prize winner in Law of Torts Law Society prize winner in Constitutional Law Mark Cockerill n Contract Law systematic approach to assisting in the redress of Law Society prize winner in Company Law David Weir n The Law of Torts Law Society prize winner in Constitutional Law individual or group performance shortcomings that 2001 Frederick Logue n Employment Law Law Society prize winner in Constitutional Law Evelyn O’Donnell may lend themsleves to a training solution. Paul Moloney Law Society prize winner in Contract Law n Real Property Law Law Society prize winner in Law of Equity & Trusts Susan Kennedy Law Society prize winner in EU Law Michael Cantwell n Family Law n Comprehensive briefng on the issue; Law Society prize winner in Criminal Law Ciara Feighery n Establish and validate a performance gap; 2002 Law Society prize winner in Law of Tort Orla Gannon n Identifcation of participant profles and Law Society prize winner in Law of Equity For Whom Jennifer Tuite Catherine Moore associated training needs; Maeve Moran Law Society prize winner in Law of Torts IILEX Frank Crummey Perpetual Prize Law Society prize winner in Property Law n Conversion of the training need into a Siobhan Laighleis Norah Comey Organisations engaged in public or private sector learning objective; Luke Noonan Law Society prize winner in Best Student Performance IILEX Certificate IILEX Frank Crummey Perpetual Prize Winner activities whose operations or processes include n Constitutional Law Design and delivery of programme content to meet the objective; Hazel Flynn exposure to areas regulated by legislation within these 2005 n Law Society prize winner in Contract Law 2007 branches of law. Relevant personnel in technical, Evaluation of learning and resolution of Marianne Bogue residual learning gaps. Law Society prize winner in Constitutional Law Margaret Devaney specialist or managerial roles in particular may beneft 2003 Overend Scholar Iseult Ni Ghallchoir Law Society prize winner in EU Law from exposure to the regulation of relationships in a Caroline Connolly Law Society prize winner in Contract Law Bree Collins business context, and accordingly greatly enhance Clients include Overend Scholar Valerie Metcalfe Law Society Prize Winner in Criminal Law their effectiveness. Law Society prize winner in Equity & Trusts IILEX Frank Crummey Perpetual Prize Winner Emma Thunder Eircom; Georgia Pacifc; Tourism Ireland; NUI Maynooth; Ian Quigley Dionne Dixon Law Society Prize Winner in Criminal Law Law Society prize winner in Company Law IILEX Best Student Performance Griffth College Dublin’s Corporate Development NCAD; Bord Iascaigh Mhara; Concern; FAS; Rochford Claire Molloy Amanda O’Riordan Law Society Prize Winner in Property Law Centre was established in 1997 in response to a Brady; An Post; P J Hegarty & Co. Ltd; FBD; Whirlpool; Law Society prize winner in Property Law 2006 Caroline O’Connell growing demand for fnancial, end-user computing, SEI Investments; Irish Rail. Eadoin Rock Law Society Prize Winner in Property Law Law Society prize winner in Tort Law Michael Doyle Overend Scholar professional and management development. Law Society prize winner in Company Law Law Society prize winner in EU Law 82 83 MSc in Computing Science 90 Higher Diploma in Computing 92 Postgraduate Diploma/MSc in Applied Digital Media 94 BSc (Hons) in Computing Science 96 BSc in Computing 98 griffith corporate training 99

faculty of computing science

Who do you want to be? 84 85 Programme information Free Fees: Griffth College is the only private institution Computing Science is about using computers to solve interesting and challenging whereby Fees for the frst 2 years of the Honours Degree problems. It encompasses the systematic design of reliable and effcient Programme is subsidised by the Government. computer programs, information processing systems, computer architecture, and Work Placement: The BSc (Hons) in Computing offers intercommunication networks. The range of applications is huge and expanding. work placement in the third year with top ICT companies.

High Academic Profile: The Computing Faculty lecturing staff have a high academic profle with PhD holders distinguished in their feld.

Subject Certification: Individual subject certifcation is available throughout the faculty, thus allowing students to study specifc areas of interest.

Awards: Winner of Robocode Award 2008.

Small class sizes: good student / lecture ratio.

Tax relief: Griffth College students are entitled to 20% tax relief on all HETAC validated undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

CAO CODE course title programme requirements 2008 points full-time part-time

Apply to GCD MSc in Computing Primary honours degree (2.2) in N/A 1 year 1 year Science (HETAC) Computing Science or Higher Diploma in Computing (2.2) Apply to GCD Higher Diploma in Primary degree (pass) in an N/A 1 year 1.5 years Computing (HETAC) unrelated discipline Apply to GCD Postgraduate Diploma/ Primary degree (pass) in an N/A 1 year 1.5 years MSc in Applied Digital unrelated discipline Media (HETAC) GC430 BSc (Hons) in Computing 2C3s (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) 280 4 years 3.5 years Science (HETAC) to include Maths and a language GC435 BSc in Computing (HETAC) 5D3s (Ord) to include Maths 145 3 years 3 years and a language GC440 Higher Certifcate in 5D3s (Ord) to include Maths 185 2 years 2 years Computing (HETAC) and a language

N/A – Not applicable AQA – All qualifed applicants (applicants met the minimum entry requirements)

86 87 the b e s t bi of gr i ff th computing graduate p rof i le

What is a computer network? A network is a group of computers that are linked together so that they can communicate with one another. These are usually arranged in a client server Kevin Jordan confguration where one computer, the server, BSc (Hons) in Computing Science manages the communication process. Such systems Having earned my degree from GCD, I feel the have to be confgured and maintained by computer strongest skill gained from the course was professionals. the versatility to approach a multiplicity of computing disciplines with confdence and What is an information system? enthusiasm. Information systems manage the huge amounts of information that most organisations generate in the Founded in the early eighties, the Faculty of Computing Science is Anne-Gaelle Guilcher modern commercial environment. These can take committed to designing and teaching courses that are stimulating, MSc in Computing Science industrially relevant, and academically strong. many forms, but are usually supported by a database that holds essential data. Such systems are complex I found the course to be both challenging and require a lot of planning, preparation and and rewarding as it gave me the opportunity HETAC Qualifications maintenance. to acquire a valuable accreditation whilst The National Qualifcations Authority of Ireland changed the national structure of qualifcations enhancing my computer expertise. The modules awarded to successful students in 2004. In the past there were fve award levels in Griffth College; on the course are extremely interesting and What is multimedia? Masters, Graduate Diploma, Degree, Diploma and Certifcate. benefcial, knowledge of which will prove useful Multimedia systems use different media in order to The new titles for these HETAC awards offered by the Computing Faculty are: in the IT marketplace. In terms of academic communicate effectively with the computer user. Master of Science Level 9 staff, I found them to be very informative; they These media include text, pictures, video, sound, Higher Diploma Level 8 were also capable of imparting knowledge with graphics and animation. Multimedia is a huge and ease. I studied part-time and found the lecturers Honours Bachelor Degree Level 8 growing feld of computing science. Bachelor Degree Level 7 and administration staff to be very flexible and Higher Certifcate Level 6 accommodating. This meant that the academic Are computing courses offered in GCD duties of a part-time student and the day-to-day recognised in other countries? professional duties never conflicted. All courses that are validated by external bodies enjoy frequently asked questions both national and international recognition. Jaffar Syed What is Computing Science? What is computer programming? MSc in Computing Computing Science is the study of computers, Programming is the art and science of designing How many days can I expect to be at College Following the completion of a four-year honours their possibilities, their use, their design, and reliable and effcient programs. It encompasses as a full-time student? degree in Computing Science at Griffth College, their limitations. A characteristic of a computer the collection of initial requirements, the writing You can expect to be here 5 days a week with I decided to study for an MSc in Computing is that it can be programmed. A program of accurate specifcations, the consideration of lectures between 9am and 5pm. is a sequence of precise instructions for alternative designs, the systematic construction Science at GCD. Both the lecturers and the accomplishing a certain goal. Making programs and testing of high quality program code, and administrative staff were very co-operative is challenging. Computing science is the study the development of clear, accurate How many nights a week can I expect to and friendly. I also made lots of friends from of how to make programs effectively and documentation. These are the challenging tasks attend lectures as a part-time student? all over the world. GCD helped me get a job effciently. This takes in other considerations of a modern computer programmer! Lectures for most courses are delivered on three in an international company, CLIENT-LOGIC, as faculty of com p ut i ng s c ence faculty such as how a computer carries out a program, evenings a week, typically from 6.30pm–9.30pm. a Software Developer. Later, I was offered a and how separate computers can be put permanent position. Currently I am working as to work together to solve problems more an IT Manager in an Irish company. I would effciently. not be where I am now without GCD.

88 89 The full time programme structure is as follows : MSc in Computing Science stage I Semester I Semester II

Computational Paradigms Concurrent and Parallel Programming course information For further information Telecommunication and Network Services Communication Security Research Methods Information Retrieval and Web Search Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Algorithm Design Collaborative Distributed Systems Framework Level HETAC Level 9 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] stage II Course Duration Full-Time 1 year Part-Time 1 year MSc Dissertation / Dissertation by Practice

About the Course Careers The part time structure is as follows :

Computing Science plays an exciting and ever- This course has recently undergone a programmatic increasing role in today’s society. Technological review, therefore making graduates very attractive stage I innovation has been one of the driving forces behind to employers. You will fnd opportunities as technical Semester I Semester II Semester III Ireland’s rapid economic growth and this Masters applications developers and consultants, systems programme will help you to advance that innovation. analysts, database administrators, network managers Computational Paradigms Telecommunication and Network Services Communication Security The programme extends your education and skills and and other leading computing science roles. Industry Algorithm Design Concurrent and Parallel Programming Information Retrieval and Web Search prepares you for an active role in a dynamic and research and development roles in the creation of new Research Methods Collaborative Distributed Systems evolving industry. technologies will also present themselves. The MSc degree has been designed to give students stage II an insight into the world of academic and industrial MSc Dissertation / Dissertation by Practice computing research. By focusing on today’s hot topics, PROGRAMME STRUCTURE students will have the opportunity to gain a deeper The overall programme of study prepares students for understanding of how things work and in so doing will two related awards as follows: Within the MSc we are also proposing a number of Minor Awards. develop the skills necessary to carry out innovative The Certificates are 30 credits and the Diplomas 60 credits. work within the discipline of computing. Students who • Postgraduate Diploma in Computing Science This is awarded to students who successfully complete this Masters degree will gain the ability to Award Title Subject Subject Subject Subject Subject research and master technical issues, to analyse and complete stage I of the programme as outlined present fndings coherently, and to document their below. Diploma in Telecoms. Communication Collaborative Research Methods Dissertation \ work in a professional manner. Networking & Networks Security Distributed Systems Dissertation by • M.Sc. in Computing Science Practice This is awarded to students who successfully Certifcate in Telecoms. Communication Collaborative Research Methods complete the taught modules outlined in stage I of Networking & Networks Security Distributed Systems Progression the programme, and who in addition, successfully Diploma in Software Algorithm Design Concurrent & Computational Research Methods Dissertation \ complete the research project / dissertation outlined Development & Analysis Parallel Paradigms Dissertation by Students who obtain a second class honours or higher in stage II of the overall programme. Programming Practice are eligible to be considered for entry onto a doctoral Certifcate Algorithm Design Concurrent & Computational Research Methods degree. Candidates who complete the Postgraduate diploma in Software & Analysis Parallel Paradigms and who do not wish to proceed with their studies to Development Programming M.Sc. level may graduate directly with a Postgraduate Diploma in Information Retrieval Collaborative Computational Research Methods Dissertation \ Diploma. Only those who have completed the Information and Web Search Distributed Paradigms Dissertation by Management Systems Practice Postgraduate Diploma may proceed to the related M.Sc. award. Certifcate in Information Retrieval Collaborative Computational Research Methods Information and Web Search Distributed Paradigms Management Systems

90 Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 91 Higher Diploma in Computing

course information For further information

Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Part-Time 1 year Full-Time 1.5 years

About the Course

The course is designed to meet the on-going industry demand for computer professionals. With three themes focusing on current and future growth areas in computing, this higher diploma programme bridges the gap between non-computing disciplines and computing science. Its specifc aim is to provide rigorous and stimulating classes for students who wish to acquire theoretical and practical training in computing and, particularly, in software development. This course is ideal for non-computing graduates who want to compete favourably against computing science graduates for the broad range of computer PROGRAMME STRUCTURE opportunities available.

The full time course is taken over two semesters as follows: Progression Semester I Semester II On successful completion of this diploma, students who obtain Second Class Honours or higher are Computer Programming Programming and Data Structures eligible to be considered for entry to the MSc in Computer Architecture and Organisation Object Oriented Development Computing Science programme. Please refer to previous page for course information Data Communications and Networks Operating System Design Discrete Mathematics HCI & GUI Programming Relational Databases Software Engineering for Web Applications Careers

The primary reason why students choose this course is to change the focus of their careers. The widespread On a part time basis it is taken over three semesters as follows: impact that Computing Science has on our daily lives cannot be underestimated; neither can the job Semester I Semester II Semester III prospects on completion of this course. Successful students can expect to enter careers as systems Computer Programming Programming and Data Structures Object Oriented Development analysts, IT managers or software developers. Computer Architecture & Organisation Relational Databases Operating System Design

Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in Discrete Mathematics Data Communications and Networks HCI & GUI Programming accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Software Engineering for Web Applications Training) Act 1999

92 93 Postgraduate Diploma/MSc STRUCTURE OF FULL TIME PROGRAMME in Applied Digital Media The programme structure is illustrated in the table below. stage 1 stage 2

course information For further information Research Methods (M) Business of Digital Media (M) Digital Media and Society (M) Interaction Design (M) Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Visual Communication (M) Multimedia Programming (M) Framework Level HETAC Level 9 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Internet Authoring (M) Students must choose two of the following electives Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] (Four most popular will run) Students must choose one of the following electives Course Duration Full-Time 1 - 1.5 years (Three most popular will run) Internet Programming & Databases (E) Part-Time 1.5 - 2 years Audio Production (E) Digital Storytelling (E) E-Learning (E) Video Production (E) Background to the course From Postgraduate to Masters Theories and Principles of Animation (E) 3-D Modelling & Animation (E)

Digital content has emerged as a new economic sector with Upon successful completion of these modules, students are Technical Writing (E) Desktop Publishing (E) tremendous enterprise and creative potential for Ireland. It awarded a Postgraduate Diploma. They can then undertake an encompasses the creation, design, management and distribution additional dissertation module, which leads to a Masters Degree in of digital products and services and the technologies that underpin Applied Digital Media. stage 3 them. Creative digital media is at the forefront of the knowledge M.Sc. Dissertation / Dissertation by Practice (M) based economy, and has been accorded a ‘high priority’ status by the Irish government. There is a large and growing demand for high-level skills in digital media and eBusiness. Is this course for you? (M) Mandatory (E) Elective

Our new Postgraduate Diploma/MSc in Applied Digital Media This course is an interdisciplinary cross-faculty postgraduate is designed to provide a direct progression route from an programme that exploits the established strengths of Griffth Structure of Evening Programme undergraduate Bachelors degree to Masters Level in digital College in Computing, Media, Design and also Business. Our media technologies for recent graduates, as well as enabling College comprises academic and media experts with a proven those currently working in industry to continue their professional track record in helping students to attain their personal and The programme structure is illustrated in the table below. development. If you are thinking of a career in a multi media or educational potential. professional media environment, or want to enhance your skills If you hold a degree in one of these disciplines (or another related within such an environment, then this is the programme for you. STAGE 1 STAGE 2 STAGE 3 STAGE 4 discipline), this course will equip you with advanced skills and expertise in the development of, and content creation for, digital Internet Authoring (M) Research Methods (M) Business of Digital Media (M) M.Sc. Dissertation / Dissertation media systems. If you work in this feld or wish to pursue a related by Practice (M) About the Course career, it will enable you to sharpen your existing skills. It will also lay down the foundation skills for you to establish new businesses Visual Communication (M) Digital Media and Society (M) Elective* In photography, video, audio, animation, the Internet itself, in design within the applied digital media sector. Elective* Interaction Design (M) Elective* and in multimedia presentation, a knowledge of creative media Elective* Multimedia Programming (M) Elective* software applications is key to productivity and success. The programme teaches how to create multimedia applications using digital technology. Progression and Career Prospects *Two electives are offered in semester I and three electives are offered in semester III. Each student is required to do three electives.

The course takes students through the steps needed to produce Students of our existing media and design programmes have an professional media work to a high standard. The relevant unrivalled reputation as award winners in national media and Elective Choices professional applications will be used by the student who ‘learn by design competitions since their inception. doing’. The assessment work carried out during the programme On successful completion of this programme students will be Group one Group two will make up part of a fnal portfolio upon successful completion of qualifed to work as designers and creative directors in a variety of the programme. In addition to the practical work, students will have cross-disciplinary industries (e.g. publishing and the creative arts). Audio Production (E) Digital Storytelling (E) plenty of opportunity to study, discuss, and critically evaluate the They will be able to work effectively as team leaders/managers in fundamental underlying principles. E-Learning (E) Video Production (E) the creative media industry, as well as for innovative multimedia Theories and Principles of Animation (E) 3-D Modelling & Animation (E) There are seven mandatory modules that cover the core concepts projects that involve cross-media content and platforms. Other and techniques. Students can also choose three electives from a careers include content/information managers, industrial and Desktop Publishing (E) menu of nine additional modules. academic research, multimedia systems developers, innovative media practitioners, and as entrepreneurs, capable of developing Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 an innovative idea into a full development opportunity.

94 95 BSC (Hons) in PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The following table shows the subjects in each semester and the Computing Science (HETAC ) programme streams into which they fit.

CAO Code gc430 For further information Year / Semester Software Computer Business Solutions Foundations Development Systems & Design Points level 2008 280 Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 1/I & 1/II Computer Programming Computer Hardware I.T. in Society Foundations of Computing Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Systems Software Business Information Course Duration Full-Time 4 years Systems Part-Time 3.5 years 2/I Object Oriented Relational Databases Systems Analysis Probability and Statistics Development and Design This full-time course is funded by the Department evening programme may be granted an exemption 2/II Data Structures Operating System Web Development Linear Algebra & Algorithms Design of Education and Science. from the work placement stage, depending on the nature of their employment experience. 3/I Programming Paradigms Networks & Data HCI & GUI Programming Introduction to Under the recent skills initiative the Communications Formal Design Students are required to complete a number of Department of Education and Science 3/II WORK PLACEMENT WORK PLACEMENT WORK PLACEMENT WORK PLACEMENT signifcant software development projects throughout 4/I Concurrent Advanced Network Software Computer Graphics (E) is funding up to 71 places per annum the programme. These projects have a strong industry Programming (C) Theory (C) Development for students taking the Honours focus and help consolidate and reinforce knowledge Project (C) Emerging Database Computing Science Degree. This acquired from taught modules. Technologies (E) Management (E) means that the first two years’ fees 4/II Games Development (E) Distributed Systems (E) Software Development Formal Specifcations (C) will be funded by the Department of Project (C) Progression Practical Networking (E) Education. The places will be allocated Artifcial Intelligence (E) on a CAO points basis. Once completed you can consider further study options here at Griffth College, in the form of an MSc (C) CORE (E) ELECTIVE Students will choose 3 electives in year 4 in Computing Science (offered on a full/part-time Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 About the course basis), or at other institutions nationwide. Selected p rof i le graduate module content covers professional course material This honours degree programme is designed to turn (granted by CISCO, Microsoft, Sun Microsystems students into experts in the application of computing Inc. etc.) which provides our students with suffcient science. Thus armed you will be able to address the knowledge to undertake professional qualifcations, challenges and opportunities that exist within business should they wish to do so. John Ward and industry environments. Chief Architect, BearingPoint, Ireland The course has the capacity to reflect and adapt to both technical and market developments. The content Careers Since graduating in 1998 with a BSc (Hons) in Computing Science, John has and skills taught are relevant to the current and focused his efforts on IT Consultancy specialising in Enterprise Architectures in emerging job opportunities in the industry. Our graduates have worked as assistant software the Financial and Public Sectors. John is the Chief Architect for BearingPoint’s project leaders, computer technology consultants, Public Services Broker (PSB) initiative which will provide a single point of access In Year 3, students must complete four taught modules MIS (Management Information Systems) personnel, to public services; revolutionising citizen and business interaction with the Irish and a 6-month work placement in the computing software engineers, systems analysts, applications government. The Irish government agency known as Reach selected BearingPoint industry. The work placement experience serves two programmers, etc. across a wide range Ireland to build and operate this core Government solution and infrastructure. purposes. Firstly it provides you with invaluable work of industry sectors. related computing experience, allowing you to draw on My degree at Griffith College gave me a broad yet in-depth knowledge of the IT this experience during Year 4. Secondly, it signifcantly industry – a must in Enterprise Architecture – inspiring confidence in increases your attractiveness to potential employers. this area. Although I had some prior IT experience, it was my time at Students working in the industry and pursuing the Griffith which gave me the solid foundation to meet my career’s objectives.

96 97 course information For further information

BSC IN COMPUTING (HETAC) Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact Griffth Corporate Training Phone +353 1 415 0400 Direct +353 1 416 3378 / +353 1 416 3318

CAO Code gc435 For further information Email [email protected] Web [email protected]/corporatetraining Points level 2008 145 Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 7 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time 3 years

About the course Progression

This degree programme aims to develop the skills On successful completion of the ordinary degree, and competencies required for the effective design students may elect to transfer to the fnal year of the of software systems. The course introduces students BSc (Hons) in Computing Science in Griffth College to a broad range of problem-solving techniques, all or external institutions. of which are directly applicable to the range of IT problems that arise in commercial settings. Students have the opportunity to work in teams as well as Careers on solo projects. Students who wish to exit after successfully completing Years 1 and 2 may do so and Following this course our students will be able to be awarded a Higher Certifcate in Computing (HETAC). work as assistant software project leaders, computer Students who exit this course after completing 2 years technology consultants, MIS (Management Information will do so with a qualifcation of the Higher Certifcate Systems) personnel, software engineers, systems Griffith Corporate training in Computing. analysts, applications programmers, etc. across a wide range of industry sectors. Computer Training and PROGRAMME STRUCTURE Professional Programmes The following table shows the subjects in each semester and the programme streams into which they fit.

Year / Semester Software Computer Business Solutions Foundations Development Systems & Design

1/I & 1/II Computer Programming Computer Hardware I.T. in Society Foundations of Computing Systems Software Business Information Systems 2/I Object Oriented Relational Databases Systems Analysis Probability and Statistics Development and Design 2/II Data Structures Operating System Web Development Linear Algebra & Algorithms Design 3/I Programming Paradigms Networks & Data HCI & GUI Programming Introduction to Communications Formal Design 3/II Emerging Technologies Practical Networking New Enterprise Development

Group Project Your Pathway To Success

98 Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 99 Ab out G r i ff th C or p orate T ra i n ng

About Griffith Corporate Training

Established in 1977, Griffth Corporate Training to meet the specifc needs of our clients. Courses provides a comprehensive range of Computer are delivered either in-company or at the Griffth Training, Business, Professional Development and College Campus. Situated within a mile of St. Arts programmes. Griffth offers computer and Stephen’s Green, on Dublin’s South Circular Road, other specialist training services to corporate we are centrally located and easily accessible by clients and private individuals, identifying training both Luas and bus services. needs and delivering training programmes to meet Griffth Corporate Training is a customer and their particular requirements. market driven organisation, committed to seeking At Griffth Corporate Training, we provide a vast and acting on customer feedback. We design and range of application and technical IT courses deliver programmes validated by external bodies, from computer training for complete beginners yet customised to meet the specifc needs of our to Microsoft and Cisco technical courses. We also clients. We are leaders in the delivery of cutting provide a portfolio of business courses including edge programmes aimed at providing participants Marketing, Human Resource Management and with tangible outcomes that will enhance their Offce Skills. Our Professional Development personal development and career progression. courses range from Effective Public Speaking At Griffth Corporate Training, we have combined to Finance for Non-Financial Managers. We also the benefts of a dynamic and modern college offer a range of professionally focused courses environment with corporate professionalism in the feld of Psychology and in Counselling and thereby providing our participants with an Psychotherapy. inspiring, stimulating and entirely unique We deliver programmes, full and part-time, short experience… the ideal foundation for learning, and long-term, and on a customised basis tailored development and success.

101 Application and Technical APPLICATION COURSEs n Computers Training for Complete Beginners, Internet & Email for Beginners Computer Training Courses n Microsoft Offce Application courses all Levels: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook and Professional Programmes n MS Project, MS Visio n European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

n Microsoft Offce Specialist (MOS)

n Migration to Microsoft Offce 2007

ACCOUNTS COURSES

n Accounts: Manual & Computerised Accounts FETAC Level 5

n Manual & Computerised Payroll FETAC Level 5

n Introduction to Manual Accounts; TAS Books; Sageline 50

DESIGN COURSES

n DeskTop Publishing: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop & Acrobat

n MS Publisher, QuarkXpress, Corel Draw

n Web Page Design: Web Site Development and Management

n Dreamweaver CS, Flash, Photoshop for the Web, HTML, Microsoft Expression

n Certifed Internet Webmaster (CIW)

n Computer Aided Design: AutoCAD Level 2D and Level 3D ‘YOUR PATHWAY TO SUCCESS’

Griffith Corporate Training is part of Griffth College Dublin and TRAINER & EDUCATION PROGRAMMES offers computer and other specialist training services to corporate clients and private individuals. n Level 9 Post Graduate Training and Education Award (HETAC) n Microsoft Master Instructor (MMI) Train the Trainer Programme Stay at the forefront of IT with our comprehensive range of computer training courses across n JEB Teacher Training Diploma in ICT (JEB from EDI) the spectrum of Information Technology. We have introductory courses for complete beginners right through to certifed Microsoft Offce End User courses and Professional Technical Training courses. We also offer part-time professional courses in Business, Developmental and Arts PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES Programmes. n Project Management Fundamentals Choose a time that suits you with a wide range of scheduled day courses, part-time morning n Project Management Professional (PMP) and evening courses, and tailored courses. n Softskills Programmes: Management Development; People Management; Technical Offce Skills; Communication Skills; Personal Development.

n Business Programmes

n Development Programmes

n Arts Programmes

102 103 TECHNICAL COURSES Postgraduate Diploma/MSc in Applied Digital Media 110

n PC Maintenance & Repair Course Higher Diploma in Journalism and Media Communications 112

n CompTIA Courses: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+ BA (Hons) in Journalism and Visual Media 114 n Microsoft Certifed Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) BA in Journalism 116 n Microsoft Certifed Systems Administrator (MCSA) BA in Photographic Media 118 n Microsoft Certifed Systems Engineer (MCSE) Diploma in Media Techniques: Television and Video 120 n Microsoft Exchange Server 2003

n Microsoft Certifed Technology Specialist (MCTS) Training Courses Diploma in Photography 122 n MCTS: Windows Vista – Confguration Certifcation CertiFIcate in Journalism (Print or Radio) 124 n MCTS: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Implementation & Maintenance Diploma in Sound and Music Technology 125 n MCTS: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Business Intelligence

n MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Confguration

n Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 Confguring

n Microsoft Offce SharePoint Server 2007 Confguration

n Cisco: CCNA

n VMware Certifed Professional

n Red Hat Linux

n GCD Networks and Security Stream Certifcates

n Programming: VBA for Access, Word, Excel

n Relational Databases/SQL n Crystal Reports faculty of journalism and media communications

Who do you want to be? 104 105 Programme information

Winner of the European Parliament Prize for Learning about Media Communications involves studying, analysing, Journalism 2008: Griffth College Media Graduate. understanding and participating in media activities. It also involves questioning how visual, oral and written output reflects and challenges the activities and National Student Media Awards & Kodak behaviours of people in society today. Competition: Successful reputations.

Press Pass: National Union of Journalists Press Pass available to all registered media students.

Industry Links: Lecturers in Griffth’s Journalism and Media Faculty are drawn from the top Irish publications and media companies including RTE, Irish Daily Star, Evenign Herald, Setanta and the Sunday Independent.

Successful Alumni: Graduates work for RTE, Irish Independent, Irish Star, Evening Herald, RTE, TV3, News Talk, Spin FM, BBC, More 4, BSkyB as well as a range of regional radio, TV and newspapers in Ireland and Britain. Graduates include Mich McCaffrey(Sunday Tribune), Cecelia Ahern (Author), Henry McKean (Newstalk).

On-campus radio station: 2 broad casting studios CAO CODE course title programme requirements 2008 points full-time part-time (1 on-air and 1 off-air) Apply to GCD Postgraduate Diploma/ Primary degree (pass) N/A 1 year 1.5 years 4 photographic studios MSc in Applied Digital in an unrelated discipline Media (HETAC) 3 dark Rooms Apply to GCD Higher Diploma in Primary degree in N/A 1 year 1.5 years Journalism and Media an unrelated discipline Communications (HETAC) 1 TV and Video Studio GC450 BA (Hons) in Journalism 2Cs (Hons) + 4D3s (Ord) 245 3 years N/A and Visual Media (HETAC) to include a language 1 Sound Engineering studio GC465 BA in Journalism (HETAC) 5D3s (Ord) to include a language AQA 3 years N/A 2 multimedia production rooms GC470 BA in Photographic Media 5D3s (Ord) AQA 3 years 3 years Apply to GCD Diploma in Media 5D3s (Ord) N/A 1 year 1 year 4 student publications Techniques (City and Guilds) Small class sizes Apply to GCD Diploma in Photography 5D3s (Ord) N/A 1 year 1 year (HETAC)

Tax relief: Griffth College students are entitled to 20% tax Apply to GCD Certifcate in Journalism 5D3’s (Ord) N/A N/A 1 year (specialising in either to include a language relief on all HETAC validated undergraduate and postgraduate Print or Radio) (GCD) programmes. Apply to GCD Diploma in Sound and 5D3s (Ord) N/A 1 year 1 year Music Technology (City and Guilds)

N/A – Not applicable AQA – All qualifed applicants (applicants met the minimum entry requirements) NB – Full and part-time programmes may differ

106 107 the b e s t bi of gr i ff th journalism Setanta Sports and a range of magazines as well as in TV national level every year, a signifcant record of success. and flm production. They are also involved in PR, in-house In 1998, James Dunne won the NCEA/Irish Times Christina production and local radio and newspapers. Murphy award, a frst success that began an unbroken trend. These are some of the highlights. What makes a good media student? • First prizes in photographic categories in the National Student Media Awards in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, Curiosity is the hallmark of a media student and this 2006 and 2007. In 2001 two GCD media students won curiosity is expressed in words and/or images. A good ‘Best Documentary’ in the professional Kerry Film Festival. media student wants to write, speak or paint a picture about the things that matter, in college, in Dublin, in their own • Two (of five) first prizes in the TV3 Cast awards for locality or in the wider world. TV projects in 2001 –later broadcast on RTE, Network Two, TG4, UTV, TV3 and the BBC. Students want to learn from others in this feld and discover how the world works, to communicate these discoveries in • Two first prizes for best TV production in the 2003 Ireland’s journalism and media communications industry continues to an effective and interesting manner to help the audience O2 Oxygen Smedia Awards. make informed choices, and give them the information that thrive as it experiences innovation and development in equal measure • The (now superseded by Smedia) Fuji photography awards enables them to manage and/or bring about change. and Kodak competitions witness GCD winners – GCD HETAC Qualifications • Students on our HETAC validated Journalism and winning ‘College of the Year’, frst and third prizes in its Media courses are entitled to student membership What are the entry requirements frst year of entry in the Kodak competition. The National Qualifcations Authority of Ireland cards from the National Union of Journalists, which for the Higher Diploma programme? • GCD photography student Lorraine Sherry won the changed the national structure of qualifcations recognises the courses for professional training A primary degree in an unrelated discipline. If applicants do ‘Practical Photographer’ magazine Photographer of the awarded to successful students in 2004. In the purposes. not possess a primary degree, they will be awarded a Griffth Year 2003, open to UK and Irish entrants. past there were fve award levels in Griffth College; College Dublin Diploma, which also entitles them to receive Masters, Graduate Diploma, Degree, Diploma and • City & Guilds awarded 15 distinctions in TV and Video in individual subject credits from HETAC. 2003, all three of which went to Ireland and all three to Certifcate. Frequently Asked Questions GCD students. In 2004 a GCD graduate on our dedicated The new titles for these HETAC awards offered by What is Journalism and Media What are the entry requirements for television course won a Medal for Excellence from City the Journalism Faculty are: Communications? an honours bachelors degree programme? & Guilds, against competition from all over Ireland and the UK. Honours Bachelor Degree Level 8 Media Communications studies, analyses and Students must have obtained a minimum of grade C3 in at Bachelor Degree Level 7 understands how all forms of media work least two higher level papers, together with a minimum of Higher Certifcate Level 6 and interact, and how visual, oral and written four D3s in ordinary level subjects, including a language. A Student Publications communication reflects and challenges the activities points level may also apply to courses offered through the Students within the faculty produce various materials during and behaviour of people in society today. This is an CAO system. Mature applicants and applicants with relevant their studies, in broadcast, print and electronic formats. As exciting and dynamic industry that helps to drive experiential learning will also be considered. well as a frm understanding in the academic and theoretical our multimedia society. The Journalism and Media introduction foundations of their preferred discipline, Griffth College courses in Griffth College develop the interpretative What are the entry requirements for a bachelors students learn how to apply their knowledge practically. The demand for media graduates with up-to-date and professional skills needed to work within degree, diploma or certificate programme? These skills are reflected in their performance in student communication, visual and interpretative skills Journalism and media communications. Journalism competitions and in the workplace. remains high: traditional media and new media and communications media incorporate a range of Students applying for an ordinary degree, diploma or organisations always seek new talent; and corporate, skills including writing, reporting, photographing, certifcate programme must have obtained a minimum of community and fnancial organisations consistently editing, designing, presenting, production, layout and grade D3 in at least fve ordinary level subjects, including Smedia Awards a language. A points level may also apply to courses recruit employees with the ability to communicate publishing. The annual Smedia awards, open to students involved offered through the CAO system. Applicants with relevant an organisation’s message, both internally and in various aspects of media production at third level in externally. Griffth College’s higher diploma, degree, experiential learning will also be considered. What skills will I gain? Ireland, usually feature a clutch of GCD winners. GCD diploma and certifcate courses enable students to students enjoyed more success in 2006. GCD students The ability to tell a story professionally and meet and to take advantage of these opportunities. Are the journalism and media courses offered in GCD were short-listed for 29 Oxygen Smedia Awards, winning confdently, to write, speak or design an image that The courses present a comprehensive understanding recognised in other countries? three categories: News conveys the essential information that an audience of media formats, covering a wide range of subjects Photographer; Richéal requires, the ability to think and to apply that thinking All courses that are validated by external bodies enjoy from writing, broadcasting, marketing, fnancial Carroll, Small Publication: to layout and design, newspaper production, radio national and international recognition. and legal dynamics, to printing and publishing. Our Diren Valaydan and or television presenting, video/television production, graduates leave Griffth College with the knowledge, Stephen O’Leary (The reporting and/or photography. These are all skills that confdence and capability to succeed in the media What time do evening classes commence and end? Circular) and Film our programmes pass on to students. Whether you industry. Script: Noel Burke. choose a journalism, communications or a visual Lectures for most courses are delivered three evenings per • Employers of GCD graduates often note their media path, our new programme design ensures that week, typically from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Students may also These achievements are ‘can do’ attitude, tied to a thorough sense of students will always be in a position to communicate choose to take subjects at their own pace as family or work an outstanding tribute professionalism. a story coherently. Griffth graduates are working commitments dictate. to the skills attained across a range of media including RTE, Today FM, by students and their • Students are assured of excellent teaching Newstalk 106FM, Spin FM, The Star, Evening Herald, application of these practices, using up to date techniques and Media Awards won by GCD Students skills in assignment i on s of journal is m and med i a commun cat faculty Sunday Independent, Ireland on Sunday, TV3, technology. GCD Media Students win awards in media competitions at work at GCD.

108 109 Postgraduate Diploma/MSc STRUCTURE OF FULL TIME PROGRAMME in Applied Digital Media The programme structure is illustrated in the table below. stage 1 stage 2

course information For further information Research Methods (M) Business of Digital Media (M) Digital Media and Society (M) Interaction Design (M) Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Visual Communication (M) Multimedia Programming (M) Framework Level HETAC Level 9 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Internet Authoring (M) Students must choose two of the following electives Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] (Four most popular will run) Students must choose one of the following electives Course Duration Full-Time 1 - 1.5 years (Three most popular will run) Internet Programming & Databases (E) Part-Time 1.5 - 2 years Audio Production (E) Digital Storytelling (E) E-Learning (E) Video Production (E) Background to the course From Postgraduate to Masters Theories and Principles of Animation (E) 3-D Modelling & Animation (E)

Digital content has emerged as a new economic sector with Upon successful completion of these modules, students are Technical Writing (E) Desktop Publishing (E) tremendous enterprise and creative potential for Ireland. It awarded a Postgraduate Diploma, they can then undertake an encompasses the creation, design, management and distribution additional dissertation module, which leads to a Masters Degree in of digital products and services and the technologies that underpin Applied Digital Media. stage 3 them. Creative digital media is at the forefront of the knowledge M.Sc. Dissertation / Dissertation by Practice (M) based economy, and has been accorded a ‘high priority’ status by the Irish government. There is a large and growing demand for high-level skills in digital media and eBusiness. Is this course for you? (M) Mandatory (E) Elective

Our new Postgraduate Diploma/MSc in Applied Digital Media This course is an interdisciplinary cross-faculty postgraduate is designed to provide a direct progression route from an programme that exploits the established strengths of Griffth Structure of Evening Programme undergraduate Bachelors degree to Masters Level in digital College in Computing, Media, Design and also Business. Our media technologies for recent graduates, as well as enabling College comprises academic and media experts with a proven those currently working in industry to continue their professional track record in helping students to attain their personal and The programme structure is illustrated in the table below. development. If you are thinking of a career in a multi media or educational potential. professional media environment, or want to enhance your skills If you hold a degree in one of these disciplines (or another related within such an environment, then this is the programme for you. STAGE 1 STAGE 2 STAGE 3 STAGE 4 discipline), this course will equip you with advanced skills and expertise in the development of, and content creation for, digital Internet Authoring (M) Research Methods (M) Business of Digital Media (M) M.Sc. Dissertation / Dissertation media systems. If you work in this feld or wish to pursue a related by Practice (M) About the Course career, it will enable you to sharpen your existing skills. It will also lay down the foundation skills for you to establish new businesses Visual Communication (M) Digital Media and Society (M) Elective* In photography, video, audio, animation, the Internet itself, in design within the applied digital media sector. Elective* Interaction Design (M) Elective* and in multimedia presentation, a knowledge of creative media Elective* Multimedia Programming (M) Elective* software applications is key to productivity and success. The programme teaches how to create multimedia applications using digital technology. Progression and Career Prospects *Two electives are offered in semester I and three electives are offered in semester III. Each student is required to do three electives.

The course takes students through the steps needed to produce Students of our existing media and design programmes have an professional media work to a high standard. The relevant unrivalled reputation as award winners in national media and Elective Choices professional applications will be used by the student who ‘learns by design competitions since their inception. doing’. The assessment work carried out during the programme will On successful completion of this programme students will be Group one Group two make up part of a fnal portfolio on your successful completion of qualifed to work as designers and creative directors in a variety of the programme. In addition to the practical work, students will have cross-disciplinary industries (e.g. publishing and the creative arts). Audio Production (E) Digital Storytelling (E) plenty of opportunity to study, discuss, and critically evaluate the They will be able to work effectively as team leaders/managers in fundamental underlying principles. E-Learning (E) Video Production (E) the creative media industry, as well as for innovative multimedia Theories and Principles of Animation (E) 3-D Modelling & Animation (E) There are seven mandatory modules that cover the core concepts projects that involve cross-media content and platforms. Other and techniques. Students can also choose three electives from a careers include content/information managers, industrial and Desktop Publishing (E) menu of nine additional modules. academic research, multimedia systems developers, innovative media practitioners, and as entrepreneurs, capable of developing Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 an innovative idea into a full development opportunity.

110 111 s tudent p rof i le Higher Diploma in Journalism and Media Communications

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Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Griffith College’s BA in Journalism graduate Joan Beatty, winner Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] of the Ulster Rugby Media Liaision Officer of the year with David Célia Zwahlen Course Duration Full-Time 1 year Sloan, the Managing Director of Downtown Radio. Joan has Graduate and 2007 student Part-Time 1.5 years been working as the Enniskillen Rugby Club Press Officer while media and award winner completing an MA in Politics at Queens University of Belfast. Editor, Client Publishing About the Course Careers Division & Commercial Features, Business and Finance Media Grp This postgraduate programme offers a comprehensive which also entitles them to receive individual subject Depending on subject electives, students are likely to This course is giving me the chance multimedia syllabus designed with the considerable credits from HETAC. fnd media-based employment as journalists in print or to apply the knowledge I acquired in input of practitioners from Irish journalism and media. broadcast media, as researchers, presenters, producers, During this programme students take subjects that my previous studies in a very creative This external contribution has helped to produce a technical writers in media-related positions, or in other allow them to apply journalism specifc skills to existing and practical way. The lecturers are course that is relevant to current and emerging job forms of communication in public relations. In addition academic learning. The subjects on the programme experienced reporters and producers, opportunities, as well as reflecting and adapting to to traditional journalism, graduating students may be reflect the need to acquire skills and knowledge in a and are keen to transmit to students technical, creative and market developments. eligible to take up employment in areas where visual focused manner. Background knowledge is acquired the ethical core of journalism. Through media or multi-media skills are in demand. Students are The programme allows students with an existing through modules in Research Methods and Media and independent research and inventiveness, also encouraged to exploit their undergraduate study undergraduate degree in a non-journalism or media Society, essential instrumental knowledge in Media I can prove and raise my potential in experience to secure employment in specialist areas discipline, to acquire the skills of journalistic writing, Law and Ethics and fnally, directed knowledge, in varying media felds. It is a stimulating such as science, sport, arts and humanities. Graduates production and communication. Reporting, Sub-editing, Broadcasting and Newspaper course that pushes my limits of this programme are currently working for major Production. Subject specialisations are also provided and gives me the opportunity to try It concentrates on expanding existing academic national and local media, at home and abroad, with on an elective basis. things I would not try otherwise. knowledge, or industry-specifc knowledge and skills, some in senior positions. depending on successful academic or professional Students also participate in the radio station, content cour s e background. On completion students possess an Griff FM, taking leading roles and also produce extensive array of skills that enable them to secure a tabloid-sized publication. Students participate core subjects electives

media based employment. This is achieved through in simulated News-Days that permit the Cultural Perspectives Choose two from: practical and academically based media training. acquisition of practical reporting skills while Media Law and Ethics Conflict Reporting During the course students are challenged in working to a deadline. Reporting and Sub-Editing (Incorporating News-Days) Shorthand real journalistic situations, in both print and Graduate students on this programme learn quickly Research Methods Public Relations broadcasting, making them aware of the working and are generally focussed in their approach. Many environment. National Union of Journalism recognition Broadcast Journalism 1 (Radio) Broadcast Journalism II (TV) graduates of the programme now work in TV, radio, of the programme entitles students to a one-year Newspaper Production Photography newspapers, magazines, PR and on-line media. The student NUJ Card. Media and Society Sports Journalism faculty utilises this network with former graduates Investigative Reporting Elective modules are offered subject to demand Postgraduate students will be awarded a Higher returning frequently to distil their knowledge and

Diploma in Journalism and Media Communications at experience to existing students. Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is Programme modules and content are subject to HETAC Level 8. Students who do not possess a primary provided in accordance with Section 43 of the ongoing quality assurance reviews and evolve to degree will be awarded a Griffth College Diploma, Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 reflect educational industry developments

112 113 BA (Hons) in Journalism and Visual Media

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Points level 2008 245 Please contact the Admissions Offce Graduation 2002 (L-R) GCD Chairman Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Mr. Diarmuid Hegarty, Cecelia Ahern Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] and Mr. Bertie Ahern T.D., pictured at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Cecelia graduated Course Duration Full-Time 3 years with a BA in Journalism and Media Part-Time 3 years Communications from GCD in December 2002.

in the development of their various media related skills. They cour s e content About the Course Online Journalism will produce practical media work on a regular basis during Year 1 Stream A (Journalism) this stage of the course. Broadcast Journalism TV Journalism This honours degree programme will inspire an intellectual Core Subjects capacity for self-expression and objective enquiry, while Business Journalism Investigative Journalism II Year 3 developing the practical skills necessary for media Understanding Society Media and Society, one of the three common subjects in Investigative Journalism I Shorthand production. The art of writing, design, presentation, third year, teaches students about the interaction of modern History of the Media Newspaper Production Reporting Conflict production, layout and publishing for newspaper, radio, media systems with practitioners, audiences, owners and video, photography and the Internet will be covered in Media Studies structures. Media Research and Cultural Studies allows this course. The course aims to produce versatile and Research Methods students to develop their capacity for research, while Stream B (Visual) Stream B (Visual) confdent graduates who can meet the needs of the existing modern society gives students an insight into the process Writing and Presentation Skills communications industry, and identify and exploit further Video Production 1 Choose 5 from: of globalisation. Students continue their specialist choices, opportunities within media. The degree is recognised by Productivity Software Commercial Photography or Web Design which increase in the fnal year within the journalism or the main professional journalists’ organisation, the National Photojournalism visual media stream. Video Production II Union of Journalists (NUJ). Students are entitled to apply for Stage 1 Half Modules Layout and Graphic Design NUJ student press cards while studying for their degree. Photography Project Advanced Photography Progression (An introduction to Journalism Portfolio and Presentation/ Year 1 and Visual Media) CD/DVD Authoring In frst year, students acquire theoretical understanding BA graduates have successfully pursued postgraduate Introduction to Print Media Film Studies and introductory practical media skills. Students learn about awards in Ireland’s main universities as well as in prestigious Year 3 Ways of Seeing Dissertation/Visual Media Project the history of media and, about how society has adapted to academic institutions across the UK and Europe. increasingly sophisticated systems of media communication. Introduction to Radio Core Subjects Digital Photography In addition, students learn how to present a message and Introduction to Photography Modern Society * Electives in Year 3 are offered how to present themselves in public within systems of Students experience of Stage 1 half subject to demand. media communication. Students acquire introductory skills Careers Media and Society Modules allows them to choose a which develop an understanding of radio, print, visual media Media Research and Cultural Studies particular stream from year 2 onwards. and photography. On completion of frst year, students are Given the comprehensive nature of this course, which Learner protection for all HETAC in a position to make choices in relation to specialising in explores such a diverse and exciting range of media, programmes is provided in accordance visual or verbal media. graduates will have many career options. Successful Stream A (Journalism) with Section 43 of the Qualifications students will work as journalists, researchers, presenters Year 2 Choose 5 from: (Education and Training) Act 1999 and producers in print and broadcast media. In addition to Year 2 Programme modules and content are Core Subjects Editing In Year 2, students choose to take a journalism or visual traditional journalism, the course prepares graduates for subject to ongoing quality assurance media specialisation, a choice they have prepared for in frst employment in areas where visual media or multi-media Media Law and Ethics Irish Language Journalism reviews and evolve to reflect educational year. Students also gain essential background knowledge are in demand, including video production, photography, industry developments Contemporary Society Publishing relating to the legal and ethical environment of media web design, and graphics production and design. Because Public Relations production, the history and development of systems of communicating information is becoming increasingly Marketing Media photographic representation and how social, economic and electronic in nature, studying the role of the Internet in History of Art and Photography Sports Journalism modern media is an integral part of this course. With this in political issues affect society. During this stage, students are Creative Writing applying their knowledge and beginning to think holistically mind, graduates may seek work in new and rewarding felds 114 of communication technology. 115 BA in Journalism (HETAC)

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Points level 2008 AQA Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 7 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time N/A

About the Course Students begin to develop their capacity to write Progression professionally, acquiring knowledge of the structure of Year 1 Year 3 This three year full-time degree programme good writing practice. Students acquire introductory Further study is an option for skills in radio, print and photography. Students embark Social Studies Media Research and concentrates on expanding the student’s knowledge students who successfully Cultural Studies Print Journalism I (Project I) and skills in the thriving world of journalism. Media- on learning increasingly sophisticated print journalism complete this course; the logical Elective Choice III based training, both practical and academic, is central skills, building each year on underpinning knowledge History of the Media progression is to take the fnal year Media Studies to the programme as we prepare students for a career gained in previous stages of the programme. Broadcast of the BA (Hons) in Journalism and Photography Reporting and Newsday (Project III) in media. Students learn to work in real journalistic Journalism students work in the radio station. Visual Media. Writing and Public situations - in print and broadcasting – over the Presentation Skills Business Journalism course of the six semesters. NUJ recognition of the English Literature I Freelance and Feature Writing II Year 2 programme entitles students to a student NUJ Card for Productivity Software Elective Choice IV In second year, all students gain essential background Careers each year of the programme. Students learn a range Introduction to Radio Marketing Media knowledge relating to the legal and ethical of media production and academic skills, which allows By exploring the diversity of the environment of media production, and on how social, Year 3 elective subjects integration of investigative and practical skills. Print and journalistic and communications economic and political issues affect Irish society. Investigative Journalism broadcast media production is catered for, alongside environment, your career Year 2 Students continue to develop writing skills, which are learning about the society that students write about or opportunities are far-reaching. The Advanced Photography utilised in Print Journalism II. Here students begin to Contemporary Politics comment upon. signifcant growth in the area of Video Production I make specialist subject choices, which they will also Elective choice I media based communications now Film Studies make in Year 3 of the programme. Elective choice II presents improved employment Creative Writing Year 1 Shorthand prospects in what was previously Online Journalism In frst year, students acquire theoretical understanding Media Law and Ethics Year 3 considered a ‘closed shop’. As and introductory journalism production skills. Students such, graduates can pursue a Freelance and Feature Writing I * Elective choice may be affected In third year, Media Research and Cultural Studies by level of demand, student profile

learn about the history of media, about how society cour s e content allows students to develop skills in research for the career in newspapers, periodicals, English Literature II and timetables. has adapted to increasingly sophisticated systems of journals or magazines, or as part of media and its audiences. In Media Studies students Print Journalism II (Project II) Learner protection for all HETAC media communication. Students gain an introductory a company as its Press/Information programmes is provided in learn how different systems of media communication Year 2 elective subjects understanding of the social structure, knowledge Offcer. The proliferation of local accordance with Section 43 of affect on audiences in different ways. In Business the Qualifications (Education and that forms the basis of work within media later in and national radio in Ireland, as Layout and Design Journalism, students learn about the role of the Training) Act 1999 the programme and in media careers. In addition, well as the growth in television, Newspaper Production specialist reporter in this increasingly important area of Programme modules and content students learn how to present a message and how to Broadcast Journalism (Radio) journalism. Students continue to choose two elective means that there are also openings are subject to ongoing quality present themselves in public within systems of media subjects which allows a degree of specialisation. in this area, particularly within Sports Journalism assurance reviews and evolve communication. to reflect educational industry radio and television presenting, Photo journalism developments 116 producing or researching. 117 BA in Photographic Media (HETAC)

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Points level 2008 AQA Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 7 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time 3 years cour s e content About the Course Year 1: LEARNING year 2: consolidation year 3: application This BA Degree course is offered on a three year This visual media industry is currently in rapid change SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER ONE and progression. Elements like DTP and the world wide full-time basis or on a part-time version, the frst time Photographic Techniques Photo-essay/Editorial Photography The Business of Photography web have created a pressing need for highly trained this level of study has been offered in this format in Practical Photography Media Law and Ethics The Politics of the Image visual arts professionals with a high level of new skills Ireland. The emphasis of our course is on commercial Ways of Seeing Layout and Graphic Design Elective Specialism and creative, artistic, and communications talent. photography, a professional approach allied to • Video Production analytical skills and creative judgment. Our graduates Research and Writing Skills Professional Development Griffth College’s Faculty of Journalism and Media • Large format Photography will be highly skilled and experienced, capable of • Action Photography has over eight years experience in providing industry adding to the visual arts media in Ireland and abroad. SEMESTER TWO SEMESTER TWO • People Photography standard photographic training. The delivery of award On completion of this course, graduates will be versed Applied Photography Commercial Photography winning courses has gained us an enviable reputation SEMESTER TWO in the skills necessary for further study at even higher Photographic Theory Media History in the Irish photographic industry. Former students are Final Photographic Project levels. Digital Photography Web Design now working in the feld in all spheres of photographic (double credit) History of Art and Photography Structured Photo Project practice and we have long enjoyed the support of our Professional Practice colleagues in the Irish Professional Photographers

Association. In addition, Griffth students have won Learner protection for all HETAC seven of the eight photographic awards in the national programmes is provided in accordance student Media competitions between 2005 and 2007. with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999

118 119 Progression

At the end of the course students may apply for entry Diploma in Media Techniques to the BA in Journalism and may be considered for subject exemptions on the basis of performance and John Bent won the Television and Video (City & Guilds) incorporating portfolio. TV journalist award at this years Smedia Awards. John is pictured with TV3 Television Production and Digital Video Editing (GCD) Director of News, Andrew Careers Hanlon.

There are many interesting opportunities in audio, video, lighting production and research in television course information For further information and flm production.

Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Validated by City & Guilds Phone +353 1 415 0400 Awards Course Duration Full-Time 1 year Email [email protected] Part-Time 1.5 years The Journalism Faculty at Griffth College has added yet another prestigious award to their long list of prizes. This time around, student Tanya Doyle has been awarded the City and Guilds Medal for Excellence video productions, using digital production and post- About the Course for her video documentary on Moore Street. Each Tanya Doyle being presented with the City & Guilds Prince Philip production equipment – a balance between practical year, some three-quarters of a million people take Medal Award for her video documentary on Moore Street. The purpose of this award-winning course is to applications and academic pursuits is maintained. a variety of City and Guilds courses, however, only provide students with a fundamental knowledge of about a hundred or so qualify for the Medal for semester 1 Excellence award. The judges were so impressed by the practical application of TV and video production Overview of Equipment and post-production techniques. Students on the the ‘professional and industrial standard of her work in Research and Recording information programme, many of whom have no familiarity with all areas’, that she was also presented with the Prince The course provides an excellent range of equipment, Media Law/Health and Safety the medium on course commencement, are taught Philip Medal awarded by City & Guilds. There were including Sony DSR 300, rear-zoom and rear-focus Video production techniques I: how to propose and make video packages and the only thirteen recipients of this gold medal, which was controls, Canon XL1s, lighting kits, Chimeras, Kino-. Audio, Camera, Lighting skills of post-production, utilising advanced industry presented by Britain’s Prince Philip. Tanya, who hails os, Vinten Vision, Sachtler, Sennheiser 416, 816, ME80, software. from Clondalkin, decided to study at Griffth to gain the Media and information Technology/ Shure FP33, Shure SM58, Sony ECM44, JVC1010TM, practical experience necessary to complement the MA Layout and Design Exciting subjects, such as television and video Grip equipment, Sony DSR20P, SVHS analogue editing in Film and Television she received from DCU. Lecturers Practical Photography production, flm theory and photography, all whet equipment, Mac G4 and G5, Final Cut Pro and other were so impressed with Tanya’s work that they Digital Editing Techniques I the appetite. If you’re looking for a thorough software programs. Griffth College was one of the frst immediately hired her on completion of her course at Concept Development/Direction: understanding in the art of television and video colleges to utilise Apple’s Final Cut Pro Software. Griffth College where she is now working with other production, particularly through the completion of Staff on the programme have attained a high – Fiction (Drama) students and on a variety of freelance projects with – Non-Fiction (Documentary) practical assignments, then you’ll fnd this a most reputation in Ireland and internationally in the use of many industry professionals. She has a wide range rewarding course. On successful completion students this software in a teaching environment. of interests but she especially likes diffcult lighting will receive a City & Guilds Diploma in Television and projects and editing with Final Cut Pro. Media Techniques plus a GCD Diploma in Television semester 2 Production and Digital Video Editing. Project Work Visual Communications The nature of visual media has changed dramatically in Project work is an integral and essential part of this Video production techniques II: recent years with the stunning growth of digital course; students will present a three-minute news Audio, Camera, Lighting television, the Internet and increased flm production. report on completion of their frst semester, with Concept Development Direction: To match this growth our course content reflects the an emphasis on stand-ups, voiceovers, reports to – Fiction (Drama) ongoing technical and market developments. Students camera and investigative techniques. Analogue editing – Non-Fiction (Documentary) will be taught skills that are relevant to current and techniques are also used during this semester. During cour s e content Digital Editing II emerging industry practice and, to this end, the the second semester you will be expected to complete syllabus has been created by experts at the forefront Media and information Technology/ a minimum of two video projects, in addition to making of Irish flm education and practice. In fact, many of the Layout and Design your own show-reel for presentation. Students work lecturers on the course are also industry professionals to tight deadlines and learn how to integrate practical who will introduce you to the cutting edge of a highly skills with teamwork. Students will also be expected to Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is competitive industry. While the course is primarily provided in accordance with Section 43 of the learn how to relate audio with video images. practical in nature – with students creating their own Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999

120 121 Diploma in Photography (HETAC)

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Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Validated by HETAC Phone +353 1 415 0400 Course Duration Full-Time 1 year Email [email protected] Part-Time 1 year

About the Course Course Content Careers course subjects Applied Photography Photography is one of the most powerful The frst semester focuses primarily on technical and Black and White Art Photography, Photography is primarily a (full and part-time) The Art of Colour Photography, communication channels of all time and its importance historical aspects of photography. The aim is to ensure freelance-oriented profession. The Photo-essay, Free Project Practical Photography continues to grow in the area of information that students are competent and confdent in both Some individuals opt to set up Photographic Techniques II technology. This multi-award winning course will offer camera usage and black and white darkroom controls. and run their own practices – an Camera skills, Film Processing, B&W Printing, Exposure Studio Lighting I, Studio Lighting students an opportunity to study a wide variety of On completion of the second semester students often highly rewarding experience. Measurement, 2D Design Elements, II, Advanced B&W Printing, Large photographic topics, on a flexible modular basis. The will have a frm grasp of the technical, aesthetic and To this end a business element Seeing in Colour, Following and Format Photography programme takes students, many of whom have communicative aspects of the medium of photography, has always been included on Proposing Briefs Digital Photography little or no expertise in the area, to a high level both analogue and digital. To a large extent each our course to assist students in Photographic Techniques I The Digital Image, The Scanner, Output Devices, Digital Cameras, of knowledge and technical expertise within the student will design and complete their own individual achieving their career goals. Camera and Lens Choice, Camera Software photographic industry. The course has a high course while receiving a broad education on many and Lens Use, Exposure Control, Film Choice, B&W Film Processing, History of Art & Photography reputation, because of its ability to take students far aspects of the discipline. The B&W Darkroom, Critical Visual beyond the minimum requirements of the syllabus. Awareness Appraisal of the history of Awards photography and art, photography With a sound training in the technical aspects of Ways of Seeing within the visual arts, including flm, Students won frst prize in the critical and analytical appraisal photography, and your own motivation to explore the Progression Notes on the Gaze, Psychology Fuji Film Student Photographer of Vision, Image Analysis, of photography creative applications of this medium, you will be Graduates of this course may go on to complete of the Year Awards in 1999 and De-Mystifcation of Art well prepared to enter the world of commercial further study at degree level. Past students on our one 2000. Students have continued Research and Writing Skills Learner protection for all HETAC photography. Alternatively, students can continue year courses have entered the photography industry to win prizes in the Fuji Awards Writing and Speech, Writing programmes is provided in with further study. All our lecturers are engaged in the accordance with Section 43 of directly. The college has often been complimented by annually. Students have also Organisation, Syntax and world of professional photography, providing valuable sentence structure, Types of the Qualifications (Education and our colleagues in the Irish Professional Photographers’ enjoyed success in the Kodak and Training) Act 1999 insights and knowledge that will inspire you throughout writing, Research Methods Association on the calibre of our graduates. Oxygen Smedia Awards, winning cour s e content the course. This is one of the factors that has permitted in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 – an the transmission of advanced skills in analogue and unsurpassed record. Stephen Ryan (centre) is pictured digital photography. with Fuji Head of Marketing Richard Browne and Assistant Head of Marketing Jackie Farrell.

122 123 Diploma in Sound and Certificate in Journalism Music Technology

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Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Course Duration Full-Time N/A Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated By City & Guilds Phone +353 1 415 0400 Part-Time 1 year Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time N/A Email [email protected] Part-Time 1 year cour s e content cour s e content About the Courses PRINT JOURNALISM About the course stage 1

Both of these programmes take four subjects Course Content The GCD Sound and Music Technology and Studio Core Principles of Audio Enginering Operations course covers the full spectrum of audio from the Higher Diploma in Journalism and Media Audio and Electronics Media Law and Ethics engineering, and will appeal to both creative people Communications and allow students, principally, Reporting and Sub-Editing (artists and performers) in production and those who Sound Control and Studio Techniques to concentrate on acquiring a specifc sub-set of Investigative Reporting are more technically oriented. If you want to record Use of Computers in Music journalism skills and ancillary subject expertise. Often, music professionally this is the course for you. The Communications in Sound students who take one of these programmes go Electives course introduces and explains the balance and onto take the full diploma in subsequent academic recording of music and its engineering aspects. With an Tutorials and seminars on relevant technical issues Newspaper Production are also offered. Practical assignments will cover; semesters or years. Modules in both programmes are excellent range of facilities and equipment, students Planning, Basic Console Operations, Patch Bay Wiring, or Sports Journalism certifed under HETAC’s Accumulation of Credits and will receive individual practical training and lectures Microphone Techniques, Analogue and Digital Editing grounded in theory. Practical assignments during the Multi-track Recording and the Preparation of Certifcation of Subjects Scheme (ACCS). * Electives are offered subject to demand course will provide hands-on studio time in GCD’s Master Tapes. music studios and at its workstations. The on-campus radio broadcasting library also offers a comprehensive list of reference and training resources. If you wish to pursue a career stage 2 Course Content in music production this course provides a solid Development of the Principles Broadcast Journalism (Radio) foundation that will help you achieve your goals. Music Technology Reporting and Sub-Editing Production Techniques Media Law and Ethics Careers Practical Audio and Electronics Investigative Reporting Computer Music Applications Despite the highly competitive nature of the Studio Practice Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is industry, recent trends have shown strong potential provided in accordance with Section 43 of the for recording professionals in music studios, post Assignments cover Practical Console Operations, Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 production houses, radio stations, internet publishing Analogue and Digital Mixing Techniques, the use of houses, computer games manufacturers, retail sales Sound Processors and Effects, Multi-Microphone Applications, the Use of Midi in Music Recording and and hire-services, education, flm production and Time Code and Synchronisation of Music to Picture. performance. This versatile and imaginative course, taught by industry professionals, can develop students potential to the full.

Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999

124 125 BA (Hons) in Design in Interior Architecture 132 BA in Interior Design 134 Diploma in Interior Design 136 BA (Hons) and BA in Fashion Design 138 The Professional Design School 141

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Who do you want to be? 126 127 Programme information

Awards: The Griffth Design Department The Griffth College Design Faculty aims to provide an educational environment has won the Institute of Designers of Ireland conducive to the intellectual, creative and personal development of the learners. Graduate Designer of the Year Award in We aim to produce confdent, competent and creative graduates who can think, 2002,2003,2004, 2006 and 2007. design, act and manage independently at an appropriate level.

Industry Recognition: The Bachelor in Interior Architecture is recognised by the Institute of Designers of Ireland and the European Council of Interior Architects.

Crown Paints Bursary: Crown Paints award a student bursary annually.

Industry Links: With teaching staff maintaining their industry links, the faculty ensure students are trained by architects, designers, art historians and structural engineers.

Field Trips: Design students partake in feld trips and have travelled to Barcelona, access Milan, Berlin and Stockholm in recent years. programmes evening & CAO CODE course title programme requirements 2008 points full-time weekends Italian Connection: The Fashion degree is jointly validated by the renowned NABA GC489 BA (Hons) in Interior Advanced entry is granted to holders 240 4 years N/A fashion Institute in Milan and HETAC. Students Architecture (HETAC) of the BA in Interior Architecure (Level 7) or equivalent qualifcations, have the option of studying 1 year in the 2C3s (Hons) & 4D3s (Ord) to include fashion capital. Students can also avail of a language and either Maths, Art or Italian language in the fashion degree. Architectural/Technical drawing GC490 BA in Interior Design 5D3s (Ord) to include a language and 120 3 years 3 years Show Case: Griffth Design Students have (HETAC) either Maths, Art or Architectural/ Technical Drawing an annual end of year creativity show case where selected work is exhibited to industry. Apply to GCD Diploma in Interior Design 5D3s (Ord) to include a language and N/A 2 years 2 years (GCD) either Maths, Art or Architectural/ Technical Drawing Tax relief: Griffth College students GC494 BA (Hons) in Fashion 2C3s (Hons) & 4D3s (Ord) to include 280 4 years N/A are entitled to 20% tax relief on all HETAC Design Maths, Art or Architectural/Technical validated undergraduate and postgraduate Drawing plus a portfolio which can programmes. include samples of sketching, note books, concept development and technical drawing. GC495 BA in Fashion Design 5D3s (Ord) to include a language and AQA 3 years N/A either Maths, Art or Architectural/ Technical Drawing plus a portfolio which can include samples of sketching, notebooks, concept development and technical drawings.

128 N/A – Not applicable AQA – All qualifed applicants (applicants met the minimum entry requirements) 129 the b e s t bi of gr i ff th de si gn • The Diploma in Interior Design is a two-year will be able to work as a designer in either the commercial programme, which leads to a Diploma and Student or domestic design feld. You will also have an advantage Membership of the Institute of Designers in Ireland. over many other interior designers in that you will not only It focuses on developing key skills in terms of design, be trained in colour and material specifcations, costing drawing, technology, materials and computer-aided and expressing your ideas using sketches, models and visualisation. technical drawings but you will also be trained in CAD, Photoshop, Structures and Technology, Space Planning and • The BA (Hons) in Fashion Design offers a complete Communications. university level training to contemporary fashion industry standards through the development of technical design skills and artistic cultural sensitivity. The programme deals What career prospects would I have as an with all aspects of the textile clothing ‘system’ from a interior architect? comprehensive knowledge of materials through to applied creativity. The course covers all areas of modern fashion Training as an interior architect will mean that you are The Faculty of Design runs a range of successful and well-recognised design from idea generation and design development qualifed as an architectural specialist, usually employed programmes in interior architecture and interior design and fashion through to pattern cutting, garment construction and within an architectural frm, and responsible for the total contemporary production techniques, including CAD and design of the interior. The interior architect shapes the way HETAC Qualifications Are the design courses offered in Griffith CAM modules. There are projects on accessories and that human beings move within the built environment. College Dublin recognised in other countries? textile design. An interior architect will tend to focus on space planning, conservation, and the relationship of the internal space The first two years of the Diploma and BA in Interior The National Qualifcations Authority of Ireland All courses that are validated by external bodies to the external architectural elements. At the end of Design are common taught, creating a flexible changed the national structure of qualifcations enjoy national and international recognition. the Honours Degree programme, students are able to structure from which students can progress directly awarded to successful students in 2004. In the manage very large and complex projects from concept to to the Degree course and then the BA Honours past there were fve award levels in Griffth College; completion, including scheduling of work, costing etc. They How many days can I expect to be at Degree course with the completion of a bridging Masters, Graduate Diploma, Degree, will also be familiar with planning and contract law, building College as a full-time student? course. Diploma and Certifcate. regulations and building conservation guidelines relating The new titles for these HETAC awards are: You can expect to be here fve days a week with All modules on the design courses are certifed by HETAC. to interior architecture. Graduate interior architects will be studio classes and lectures normally between 10am In recognition of our close work with the design profession, able to use advanced CAD techniques such as 3D-modelling Honours Bachelor Degree Level 8 and 5pm. the Faculty also achieved professional approval for its and photo-realistic evocations of fnished interiors to a Bachelor Degree Level 7 architecture and interior design programmes from the professional standard using different software packages. Institute of Designers in Ireland (IDI). This involves the IDI

faculty of de si gn faculty What time do evening classes commence monitoring the College’s design courses and it entitles The Design Faculty owes its origin to the Tiernan and end? successful students to take up Associate Membership of the Design School, founded in 1989. After moving to Most classes are held on two evenings per week Institute (AMIDI). the GCD campus in 1992, it became the Faculty from Monday to Thursday. Classes are also held on of Design. The Faculty runs a number of HETAC Saturday mornings. approved courses: a BA (Honours) in Interior Design Awards Architecture (Level 8), a BA in Interior Design (Level Students taking this course should note that at p rof i le graduate 7), a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design and a BA in Fashion least 12 additional hours of research and study are required per week. The reputation of the Faculty of Design has continued to Design. It also offers a Diploma in Interior Design, rise with the achievements of its students. Students on the approved by the Institute of Designers in Ireland. Honours Degree programme in Interior Architecture have What are the design courses about? won the Graduate Designer Award for Interior Architecture in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006 and 2007, with the work of • The BA (Hons) in Interior Architecture is seven other GCD interior architecture students making the Frequently Asked Questions a four year HETAC programm which is usually shortlist. Other prizes won by students include the Crown taken on completion of the BA in Design in Can I get recognition of previous study or Bursary, the Red Bull Soapbox Design Competition and the Interior Architecture. The programme offers a experience when applying for Design Navan Carpets Award, while students have also participated Ann-Marie McCarthy specialisation in interior architecture including courses in Griffith College Dublin? alongside top national and international designers in the large and complex design, cutting-edge computer- Fourth Year Student Ideal Homes and Beyond the Hall Door exhibitions. The Yes. The college recognises prior learning and prior aided design, contemporary theories in design and success of these students reflects the increasing calibre I found my four years at Griffth experiential learning. When applying you need to culture, design technology and advanced project of graduates of the Faculty of Design. IDI winners in 2008 include full details of courses completed and work management. Students from this programme have College very benefcial and a lot of included graduates, Nigel Wynne and Domenico Rea. experience obtained with your application form. won several national awards in interior the stuff I learned has proven to be architecture. very useful in the work place. It is a What career prospects will I have as an very practical based course and the How do I apply? • The BA in Design is a three-year programme, leading to an ordinary level degree (HETAC Level 7). interior designer? lecturers really build your confdence Through the CAO or direct entry. A portfolio is The frst two years of this programme are common On completion of the Diploma in Interior Design, students in your ability to design and also required for submission to fashion programmes. to the Diploma in Interior Design, with the third are qualifed interior designers, entitled to Student Contact [email protected] for further information. presenting yourself to others, which year concentrating on further development of Membership of the Institute of Designers in Ireland, the is a massive part of the working project skills. professional body regulating interior design in Ireland. You environment. 130 131 BA (Hons) in Interior Architecture

CAO Code gc489 For further information

Points level 2008 240 Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 8 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 4 years cour s e content About the Course Careers Year 1 SEMESTER FOUR Year 4 Studio IV The honours degree programme has been designed Graduates of this course will be able to work as an SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER SEVEN in response to an increasing industrial demand for interior architect in architectural and design practices. Modernism honours degree level employees with design skills On entering the workplace they will be equipped Studio 1 Furniture and Fitting Degree Project relating to interior architecture, especially with regard to undertake interior architectural projects and Analytical Drawing CAD II Contemporary Interior Architecture to space planning, technology and visualisation. The independently carry them through to completion. Architectural Drawing 1 Building Construction II Vernacular Design graduates who successfully complete this programme Typically, graduates work on projects in commercial History of Design Advanced CAD/3D Modelling I will be able to design interiors in terms of space, design (galleries, leisure complexes, retail units, hotels) Structural Mechanics materials, detailing and atmosphere. They will be able and specialist conversion projects, some involving Computer Studies Project Management I to sketch, draught, produce advanced computer aided building conservation. Due to the extensive training in Professional Communications SEMESTER TWO visualisations, including walk-throughs, using the latest new methods of computer-visualisation, including 3-D Year 3 Planning and Contract Law software packages, apply advanced technology and modelling, rendering and simulations, there are also Studio 2

manage design projects. The degree programme has signifcant opportunities as CAD specialists. SEMESTER FIVE Architectural Drawing 2 SEMESTER EIGHT two main orientations: professional and academic. Studio V

p rof i le graduate Building Technology 1 Degree Project The syllabus for this programme has been created in Building Regulations consultation with the leading interior architects and Design Principles Practice Management Health & Safety interior designers in Ireland. Advanced CAD/3D Modelling II CAD III Project Management II Year 2 Post-Modernism Environmental Studies Progression SEMESTER THREE SEMESTER SIX Sustainability Holders of this qualifcation may wish to pursue a Studio III Studio VI postgraduate diploma or masters programme in Building Construction I Building Conservation Learner protection for all HETAC interior architecture or related disciplines. Chao Chen programmes is provided in accordance Building Services Themes and Issues in with Section 43 of the Qualifications Contemporary Design Fourth Year Student with his Historicism (Education and Training) Act 1999 fnal year project at the 2007 Space Planning CAD IV End of Year Exhibition and CAD I Professional Practice winner of Top Ideal Homes 2007. Material Science The fnal year project has really given me logical methods for conceptual idea creation, I feel extremely confdent in the workplace and continuing to study.

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CAO Code gc490 For further information

Points level 2008 120 Please contact the Admissions Offce Framework Level HETAC Level 7 Phone +353 1 415 0400 Validated by HETAC Email [email protected] Course Duration Full-Time 3 years Part-Time 3 years p rof i le graduate cour s e content About the Course Progression Year 1 SEMESTER FOUR Studio IV This three-year ordinary degree can be taken as a full- Graduates may progress to the HETAC one-year BA SEMESTER ONE Modernism time or access evenings and weekends programme. (Hons) in Design in Interior Architecture programme. Studio 1 Space Planning We aim to teach and inspire students to think, design Analytical Drawing and act professionally in any working environment they CAD II Architectural Drawing 1 face. On successful completion of the degree, students Careers Design Principles II will be able to produce creative and technically History of Design Lighting profcient architectural interior designs, which can be As an interior architect, graduates are securing Computer Studies communicated through both computer technology employment in architectural and design practices. and traditional media. Students will also be required Typically they will work on conversion projects in both SEMESTER TWO Year 3 commercial and residential design, utilising CAD skills to pursue research, apply knowledge of building Studio 2 SEMESTER FIVE Andrea Hobbs technology, and organise, manage and operate interior as well as traditional design skills. Architectural Drawing 2 Studio V architectural projects within the regulatory frameworks Student of the BA in Building Technology 1 Building Regulations that govern design, architecture and construction. Like Design Interior Architecture Design Principles Health & Safety the Honours Degree, this programme has been created (Level 7) CAD III in consultation with the profession and is staffed by I feel very confdent going out Post-Modernism practising architects, interior designers and subject Year 2 to work in the design world. specialists. My presentation skills and SEMESTER THREE SEMESTER SIX Following a comprehensive review in 2005, the course professionalism were gained Studio III has been updated. It now covers the important Studio VI through the excellent instruction Building Construction I subjects of computer-aided design, freehand Building Conservation at Griffth College. The courses and drawing, building technology, contemporary interior Building Services Themes and Issues in Contemporary projects are directly relevant and design, professional management, lighting, building Historicism Design important in the real world. I’m really looking forward to studying conservation, building regulations, and health and Furniture and Fittings CAD IV interior architecture. I think it will be safety. CAD I Professional Practice fascinating as I’m very interested in Design Principles I Learner protection for all HETAC the technical aspects and business programmes is provided in side of design. accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 134 135 diploma in Interior Design

course information For further information

Apply Apply directly to GCD Please contact the Admissions Offce Course Duration Full-Time 2 years Phone +353 1 415 0400 Part-Time 2 years Email [email protected]

This programme is the same as year 1 & 2 of the BA in Interior Design. Please see page 134 & 135. cour s e content

Learner protection for all HETAC Year 1 Year 2 programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER THREE (Education and Training) Act 1999 Studio 1 Studio III Analytical Drawing Building Construction I Architectural Drawing 1 Building Services History of Design Historicism Computer Studies Furniture and Fittings CAD I Design Principles I SEMESTER TWO Studio 2 SEMESTER FOUR Architectural Drawing 2 Studio IV Building Technology 1 Modernism Design Principles Space Planning CAD II Design Principles II Lighting

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BA (HONS) in fashion design BA (HONS) in fashion design For further CAO Code gc494 CAO Code gc495 information

Points level 2008 280 Points level 2008 AQA Please contact the Admissions Offce Course Duration Full-Time Course Duration Full-Time Phone +353 1 415 0400 3 years 3 years Email [email protected]

About the Course Careers

Griffth College Dublin is delighted to offer two degree Design (CAD) and Manufacturing (CAM) software. Our Graduates typically fnd programmes in Fashion Design as part of the long graduates are best prepared for emerging employment employment in the established Design Faculty. Both the BA (Hons) in opportunities such as fashion designers liaising with following career areas: offshore production facilities, buyers, trend forecasters Fashion Design level 8 and BA in Fashion Design level n In House Fashion Designer 7 degrees are full-time 3 year programmes of study. and other roles involving the application of design n Own Label Students who successfully graduate from Griffth creativity supported by technical and business College and meet the Italian language requirement knowledge. n Pattern Cutter have the opportunity to spend an additional year of A design portfolio is required. This can include n Costume Designer study at the renowned NABA Institute. NABA who samples of sketching, notebooks, concept n Fashion Forecaster also work with Central St Martins in London is based development and technical drawing etc. n Fashion Stylist in the Italian fashion capital and offers an exciting and Applications for both courses can be made through the stimulating insight into the workings of the avant-garde n Production Supervisor CAO system using CAO Code 495 for the level 7 degree fashion houses of Milan. n Quality Controller and CAO Code 494 for the level 8 honours degree. It is The programme philosophy embraces creativity, planned that students who register and successfully n Fabric And Trims Purchaser focusing on the development of original ideas through complete the BA in Fashion Design can then proceed n Fashion Buying innovation and experimentation, while providing to the fnal year of the BA (Hons) in Fashion Design. n Fashion Journalist training and professional skills relevant to current industry design practice. As knowledge and skills n Image Consultant enable creative freedom, students are fully prepared to Progression n Fashion Show Producer

a professional standard, ensuring a smooth transition cour s e content from academic training to a career within the fashion Holders of this qualification may wish to pursue Year 1 Year Two Year three industry. The core area of study is the Fashion Design postgraduate study. Since 2007 NABA has increased Project that allows students to explore a personal their offer of postgraduate study, students who Fashion Design I Fashion Design II Fashion Design III direction in design, from idea generation, design successfully graduate from Griffth College now have Drawing I Drawing II Drawing III - Analytical Drawing - Fashion Illustration - Digital Fashion Design development and pattern cutting, through to garment the opportunity to choose postgraduate study options - Fashion Drawing Technology II Technology III construction and contemporary production techniques. which include specialist areas of study leading to a - Digital Drawing - CAD - CAD / CAM Master of Arts award. Technology I The programme reflects the changes taking place Cultural Studies II Cultural Studies III - Textile Theory in fashion design, recognising that traditional n BA in Fashion and Textile Design – 1 Year - History of Fashion - Contemporary Fashion Studies manufacturing bases have been relocated to low cost n MA Fashion Sportswear Design – 1 Year Cultural Studies I - History of Modern Art & Design II (E - Visual Culture (E) - History of Costume - Italian II (E) - Italian (E) economies. Griffth College has responded to this need n MA Textiles and New Materials Design - 2 Years - History of Modern Art & Design I (M) Professional Practice II Professional Practice III with a comprehensive fashion design syllabus offering - Italian I (M) - Fashion Marketing - Fashion Business training in the most up to date Computer Aided Professional Practice I - Fashion Business Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in accordance with Section 43 138 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 139 course information For further information

Apply Apply directly to GCD To receive an information pack on the Professional Design School training programmes for 2008/2009,

please contact the School at:

Phone +353 1 415 0400

Email [email protected]

the professional design school

Who do you want to be? 140 141 Griffth College Professional Design School was established in 2005 with a range COURSES IN GCD & GCC of short term professional development programmes for designers. These training Higher Diploma in Arts in Music Education programmes are aimed at qualifed professionals in the creative industry who wish HETAC Level 8 146 to further expand their portfolio of skills. Each course takes a practical approach in aiding designers to broaden their opportunities in many diverse and challenging Certificate in Music Teaching 147 design disciplines. 40 credits – HETAC (Licentiate of The Leinster School of Music & Drama) Certificate in Music Teaching 147 20 credits – HETAC (Associate of The Leinster School of Music & Drama)

Business Accounting for Designers The ability to compile a fully comprehensive the leinster school accessibility audit complying with relevant legislation This course is aimed at professionals who wish to gain and regulation is the foundation of good building of music & drama an understanding of the basic concepts and ideas in design. This expertise offers protection to the client, fnancial accounting and tax. the designer and the advisor in its analysis of a building’s functionality, landscape and ability This course is supported by the Institute to cater for all. of Designers in Ireland (IDI) and is partially financed through Design Ireland Skillnets (www.designireland.ie). Preparing Artwork for Print This course is designed for professionals who deal with the design processes that relate to the This programme covers in detail the process of fle development of the built environment, such as preparation for popular commercial printing processes. architectural design, engineering (environmental, The course will cover issues relating to both Digital structural, civil), building surveying, construction and Lithographic printing. A selection of software and facilities management, project management packages will be used to prepare postscript and PDF and people with property or investment interests. fles for printing purposes. It enables participants to respond to the growing need to meet the rights and demands of people of all abilities, ensuring a higher level of quality concerning accessibility. Who do you want to be? 142 143 ABOUT THE LEINSTER SCHOOL OF MUSIC & DRAMA The Leinster School of Music & Drama (LSMD) was founded in 1904 to promote the teaching and examining of music to exacting standards. In 1998, the LSMD relocated to Griffth College Dublin becoming a fully owned constituent School of the College.

Since then it has continued its teaching and examining Several members of the current teaching staff are activities with the support of the College. Currently also frmly established in the performance arena. This there is a large network of teachers nationwide experience, combined with their depth of teaching teaching the LSMD’s various syllabi and preparing knowledge, enhances the unique learning experience students for examination, with approximately 14,000 offered by the School. students and teachers being examined annually.

144 145 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN ARTS IN CERTIFICATE IN MUSIC TEACHIng MUSIC EDUCATION 20 credits – hetac aSSociate of the LSMD (ALSMD)

Course information apply directly to ABOUT THE PROGRAMME PREREQUISITES

Commencing Dublin and Cork in September 2009 The Leinster School of Music & Drama. Students on this programme take two/four modules Applicants must have Grade 8 from the LSMD in Framework Level HETAC Level 8 CORK: (021) 450 7027 from the Higher Diploma programme, allowing them to instrumental performance or an approved substitute Validated by HETAC DUBLIN: (01) 415 0466 acquire a specifc subset of music teaching skills and and Grade 6 theory from the LSMD or an approved Course Duration Full-Time 1 years knowledge substitute. Part-Time 1.5 - 2 Years, with evening options available Modules in this programme are certifed under HETAC’s Accumulation of Credits and Certifcation of CORE SUBJECTS Subjects scheme (ACCS). This programme is of one About the Course COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS year’s duration. The programme will be delivered as n Instrumental Pedagogy 10 CREDITS a day and evening programme (one morning or one This programme is designed for the contemporary students must fulfil n Professional Practice 5 CREDITS evening per week over 24 weeks). practitioner in instrumental music education, whether one of the following n Practical Musicianship 5 CREDITS teaching in a school or running a practice or studio. In today’s society, a career in music education 1. A primary degree in music. FURTHER STUDY requires a broad range of disparate skills: a high level 2. A primary degree in an un-related discipline + Students may progress from this programme to take of mastery in performance; a thorough knowledge Grade 8 practical music + Grade 6 in music theory. of music theory; an understanding of the theory of further modules under HETAC’s ACCS scheme. 3. Applicants with relevant experiential learning music teaching and learning, and a practical working will also be considered. knowledge of music technology. Furthermore, music teachers require skills in management, business and arts organisation, as CERTIFICATE IN MUSIC TEACHIng their work often takes them outside of the classroom 40 credits – hetac lIcentiate of the LSMD (LLSMD) through organising concerts, competitions and stage shows. ABOUT THE PROGRAMME PREREQUISITES The programme recognises that music education has to be relevant to young and mature learners, and to Students on this programme take four subjects from Applicants must have Grade 8 from the LSMD in their ethnic culture, life experience and the popular our other Music Education Programmes, allowing them instrumental performance or an approved substitute culture to which they are exposed. To this end the to concentrate on acquiring a specifc subset of music and Grade 6 theory from the LSMD or an approved

programme will facilitate and encourage performance c ORE s u b ject teaching skills and knowledge. substitute. and teaching in several genres – classical, traditional, n Pedagogy and Teaching Practice Modules in this programme are certifed under non- Western, jazz and popular music. n Theory of Teaching and Learning HETAC’s Accumulation of Credits and Certifcation of CORE SUBJECTS Postgraduate students will be awarded a Higher n Psychology of Music Education Subjects scheme (ACCS). This programme is of one Diploma in Arts in Music Education at HETAC Level 8. n Professional Practice year’s duration. The programme will be delivered as a n Pedagogy and Teaching Practice 20 CREDITS Students who do not possess a primary degree will be n Practical Musicianship day and evening programme (two days per week over n Professional Practice 5 CREDITS awarded a LSMD/ Griffth College Diploma, which also n Music Technology two semesters). The students on this programme will entitles them to receive subject credits from HETAC. n Theory of Teaching and Learning 5 CREDITS n Conducting and Composition also participate in Teaching Practice. Students will be required to undertake 3 hours n Practical Musicianship 10 CREDITS Teaching Practice per week for the duration of the Learner protection for all HETAC programmes is provided in FURTHER STUDY programme. accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training) Act 1999 Students may progress from this programme to take the full Higher Diploma in Arts in Music Education. 146 147 WHY STUDY AT THE LEINSTER SCHOOL OF MUSIC & DRAMA?

n The Leinster School of Music & Drama has over a n A range of study options will enable professionals century of experience in music teacher training. already working in the feld to avail of the opportunity to further develop their professional n This programme is fully accredited by HETAC skills. making it an internationally recognised accredited qualifcation. n Study and practice facilities in Dublin are open seven days a week, with on-line facilities, on-line n Highly focused and experienced teachers, many of learning and search facilities. whom are active in the performance arena. n Moodle – our on-line support resource that you n This is the only Higher Diploma in the country can access either on-campus or at home, where offering a specialised music education lecturers can post additional material and where qualifcation. you can take part in discussion with your class n This programme offers a progression route for colleagues and your lecturers. those who have achieved a high level of music performance and theory to advance their studies to third level. A RANGE OF STUDY OPTIONS ARE n University style facilities; library, study rooms, state AVAILABLE TO YOU... of the art lecture rooms, restaurant, over 500 car parking spaces. n Taught options in Dublin and Cork. n A highly extensive music library with music texts, n Full-time and part-time modes. sheet music, CDs and access to the on-line Naxos catalogue. n The choice of evening or morning lectures, combined with block release. n Performance oriented facilities, including a 600-seater concert hall. n The possibility to take the programme in three stages under the HETAC Accumulation of Credits n Fully equipped studios with the latest industry- and Certifcation of Subjects (ACCS) scheme. standard music software for writing, recording, performing, editing, mixing and composing music. h i tt ng a gher note n A fully equipped recording studio.

n A range of study options and schedules will suit students with different work schedules.

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about griffith Our onsite catering team offers a wide variety of menus from casual snacks to fne dining options. We conference centre offer a meeting with your Event Manager and the In the very heart of Dublin City, the Griffth Conference Centre is a prime Catering Manager to discuss each client’s unique purpose-built venue situated along the banks of the Grand Canal, only one requirements so that we can customise our menus to kilometer from St. Stephen’s Green. The Centre has been custom designed meet each event’s unique needs. Sample menus are to provide the fnest state-of-the-art facilities in the perfect environment for available from your Event Manager. a successful and productive event. Griffth Conference Centre enjoys the convenience of a self-contained campus, complete with a restaurant, bar, Information Technology catering facilities and over 375 on-site car parking spaces. The information technology team at Griffth Conference Centre is based entirely in house and has extensive knowledge of this building. Our information technology team can aid in offering the best technical specifcations for each event and conference.

Audio Visual

Every event is unique and almost anything is possible. The flexibility of the Conference Centre along with our state-of-the-art facilities and our in-house IT team will ensure that your event is a complete success. If you have requirements for individual items that are not included in our building specifcations, one of our Event Managers will help and advise.

Our Conference Centre is designed for parties everything Dublin City has to offer. Across Dublin of 10–575 people, and is ftted with the City is a wealth of attractions and sites to visit Information latest technology including electronic blinds, including Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral electronically retractable seating systems, inbuilt and the world famous Guinness Storehouse. Our state-of-the-art facility has attracted an PA systems, electronic overhead projectors and With Dublin Airport only 30 minutes away, the impressive list of clients including corporate screens, air conditioning, retractable partition Griffth Conference Centre is an ideal location associations, public sector bodies and government walls, in-house audio visual services, state of the for international conferences. It is serviced by organisations. The centre has a car lift, so it is ideal for art lighting and sound systems, as well as a fully numerous bus routes including 16, 16A, 19, 19A, car and product launches. Other types of events we serviced catering operation on site. Our rooms 49, 49A, 56A, 65, 65B, 122 and 210 and is only ten stage range from conferences and exhibitions to gala vary in size and function and this flexibility means minute’s walk from Harcourt Street LUAS station. dinners, parties, AGMs, training events, graduation that we can customise our facilities to match ceremonies and industry examinations. each client’s unique requirements. If you would like further information on our

a b out G r i ff th C onference entre Event Services Team Conference Centre, contact our Conference Manager on +353 1 415 0433 or [email protected] or Our Location Each conference or event is managed by a www.conferencecentre.ie dedicated Event Manager who will be your main The Griffth Conference Centre is located in point of contact and will guide you throughout Dublin City Centre set against the stunning the entire planning process. Your Event Manager backdrop of the Grand Canal. This central will offer you invaluable advice into all aspects of location allows our delegates take advantage of planning your event.

150 151 full-time COURSEs Part-Time Courses

Griffith College Cork n BA (Hons) in Business Studies Law Courses n BA in Business Studies n LLB (Hons) in Irish Law In June 2005, Griffith College Dublin merged with Skerry’s College to form Griffith n BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance n Law Society of Ireland Final Examination Part 1 College Cork. Skerry’s College had been at the forefront of education in Cork since 1884. n BA in Marketing n Preparatory Course for Entrance Examinations An extensive array of courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis at our college n Higher Certifcate in Business n IILEX Diploma in Professional Legal Studies on St. Patrick’s Hill. n Certifcate in Business Studies in Intercultural Studies n Certifcate in Legal Secretary Skills Additionally Griffth College Cork (Professional Accountancy Department) was established in Cork in n Diploma in Administration and Offce Skills early 1999. It specialises in the provision of professional accountancy courses, offering tuition on a Business Courses n LLB (Hons) in Irish Law part-time basis to trainee accountants in ACCA, CPA and IATI programmes at our premises on Drinan n Diploma in Marketing, Advertising, PR and Sales n BA in Journalism Street. We have also introduced part-time tuition for CIMA. The College has Platinum Registration from n Diploma in Business Studies n Higher Diploma in Journalism the ACCA and is the only private college in Ireland that runs courses leading to the examinations of and Media Communications n Diploma in Human Resource Management the Institute of Chartered Accountants. n Diploma in Management Studies

Psychology Courses n Diploma in Psychology n Introduction to Practical Psychology n Certifcate in Child Psychology

Computing and Office Skills Courses n Introduction to Computers and Keyboarding n Certifcate in Administration and Offce Skills n Advanced Administration & Offce Skills n ECDL n EUCIP n Microsoft Offce Specialist (MOS) n Introduction to Web Design n Computerised Accounts (SAGE Line50) n Computerised Payroll (SAGE QuickPay

Training and Development Courses n Diploma in Interior Design and Decoration n ACCA Certifed Accounting Technician

gr i ff th college cork n Supervisory Management contact n Managing Safely GCC Upcoming n IATI Accounting Technician Griffith College Cork Professional Accountancy Department, Griffth College Open evenings 9/11 St. Patrick’s Hill, Professional Accountancy Cork Cork, The Arch, Drinan St, Cork 2009 Griffth College Cork, Drinan Street Thursday August 20th 2009 Phone +353 21 450 7027 Phone +353 21 496 9110 n ACCA, CPA and CIMA 3.00pm-7.00pm Fax +353 21 450 7659 Fax +353 21 496 9152 Email [email protected] Email [email protected] Thursday August 27th 2009 3.00pm-7.00pm Web www.gcc.ie Web www.griffithcork.com Details are available on our website www.gcc.ie

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