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OPEN DAYS

FRIDAY 15 NOVEMBER 2019

SATURDAY 16 NOVEMBER 2019

SPRING OPEN DAY

SATURDAY 4 APRIL 2020

DCU is a place of discovery, where talent flourishes. See for yourself at our Open Days. Plain English is about enhancing readability and improving clarity. The Plain English mark displayed on this prospectus shows that it is Register your interest: clear, well-written and has achieved a high standard of written English. dcu.ie/studentrecruitment/opendays CONTENTS Accommodation 18 Alert List 6 Alumni 22 DCU LIFE Careers Service 14 DCU is a unique and vibrant DCU Clubs and Societies 24 community. Three eclectic DCU Sports and Wellbeing 27 and complementary Erasmus - study abroad 13 campuses, all close to the Improve Your Employment Potential 12 beating heart of Dublin Interfaith Centre 22 and the rural landscape INTRA (INtegrated TRAining) Programme 13 beyond, great transport links, Library 21 unmatched student support, List of Courses by Subject Area 4 state-of-the-art study Scholarships – Academic and Sporting 7 facilities: DCU has all you School Liaison Office 15 need for a happy and fulfilled Student Life 22 student life. Student Services and Supports 20 Studying in Dublin 8 Welcome from the President of DCU 9

COURSES DCU Business School 32 Find information on all DCU Connected – Online Education 200 courses with our colour coded Education 176 ‘quick reference’. Go to page Engineering and Computing 152 238 for the full course listing Humanities and Social Sciences 102 and index. Science and Health 50

Application Information Summary 220 Course/CAO Code Index 238 DARE 212 HOW TO APPLY Deferring Your Course 211 Find all the information you EU Applicants 214 need to make an application. Explanation of Unfamiliar Terms 233 And if you need further External Transfer Applicants 213 information then don’t Fees Information 218 hesitate to contact us on GCE A Levels 210 +353 (0)1 700 8510 or go to [email protected] General Index 239 HEAR 213 How to get to DCU 236 International Students 214 Leaving Certificate 208 Mature Applicants 211 Paying Your Way While You Study 219 INDEXES QQI Awards 209 A full index and other useful Safe Zone 241 information can be found Summary Tables 220 here. Teaching Council 234 Useful Contact Details 240

1 2 "Whilst we dare to be different, our teaching, learning and research are always excellent. This prepares students for a life rich with purpose. Today this has never mattered more" Professor Brian MacCraith President

3 Our courses are grouped below under List of Courses five major subject areas. If you know by Subject Area the subject area but not the name of the course you are interested in, then take a look at the listings below.

Business Health and Human Performance Including Marketing, Human Resource Management, Sport Science and Health 72 Law, Economics, Management and Finance Athletic Therapy and Training 74

Business Studies 34 Physical Education with Biology 76

Business Studies International 36 Physical Education with Mathematics 78

Aviation Management / Nursing and Human Sciences Aviation Management with Pilot Studies 38 Nursing – General 86

Global Business [France, Germany, Spain, USA, Canada] 40 Nursing – Mental Health 86

Accounting and Finance 42 Nursing – Intellectual Disability 86

Marketing, Innovation and Technology 44 Nursing – Children’s and General, Integrated 86

Gnó agus Gaeilge [Business and Irish, Irish-medium] 124 Health and Society 84

Economics, Politics and Law 136 Psychology 82

Enterprise Computing 166 Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing 88

Certificate in Homeless Prevention and Intervention 90

Science and Health Certificate in Peer Support Working in Mental Health 92

Chemical Sciences Mathematical Sciences

Analytical Science 58 Actuarial Mathematics 54

Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences 60 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics 52

Environmental Science and Technology 62 Science Education 80

Science Education 80 Physical Education with Mathematics 78 Common Entry into Science 56 Physical Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences

Physics General Entry 64 Communications

Common Entry into Science 56 Communication Studies 114

Environmental Science and Technology 62 Journalism 116

Science Education 80 Multimedia 118

Biotechnology Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha Biotechnology 68 [Irish, Journalism and Digital Media Irish-medium] 130

Genetics and Cell Biology 66 Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation 120

Environmental Science and Technology 62 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104

Common Entry into Science 56 Languages

Marketing, Innovation and Technology 44 Applied Language and Translation Studies [French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese] 122

Gnó agus Gaeilge [Business and Irish, Irish-medium] 124

Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha [Irish, Journalism and Digital Media Irish-medium] 130 4 Global Business [France, Germany, Spain] 40 Biomedical Engineering 164

Business Studies International Common Entry into Engineering [French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese] 36 [undenominated entry] 154

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104 Computing

Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge, and Enterprise Computing 166 French or German or Spanish 188 Computer Applications 168 Economics, Politics, Law and Government Data Science 170 Civil Law [Law and Society] 132 Marketing, Innovation and Technology 44 Economics, Politics and Law 136

International Relations 134 Education Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation 120 Bachelor of Early Childhood Education 178 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104 Bachelor of Education - Primary Teaching 180 Arts Education (Post-Primary Teaching) Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104 Religious Education and English 184 Subjects offered on the Bachelor of Arts include: English, Gaeilge, Geography, History, Human Religious Education and History 184 Development, International Languages (French, Religious Education and Music (Restricted Entry) 184 German, Spanish), Law, Media Studies, Music (Restricted Entry), Philosophy, Politics, World Religions Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge, and and Theology French or German or Spanish 188

Theology and Religious Studies 140 Physical Education with Biology 76

Music (Restricted Entry Courses) Physical Education with Mathematics 78

Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance 138 Science Education 80

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Education and Training (Full-time and Flexible [Music with Second Subject] 104 Learning Modes) 190

Religious Education with Music 184 Foundation Programme in Education and Training [NAVET] 192

Engineering and Computing

Electronic Engineering DCU Connected – Online Education

Electronic and Computer Engineering 156 Bachelor of Arts in English and History 203

Mechatronic Engineering 160 Bachelor of Arts in Humanities 203

Common Entry into Engineering Bachelor of Arts Single Module 204 [undenominated entry] 154 BSc (Hons) in Information Technology 204

Aviation Management / Aviation Management BSc (Hons) in Management of Information with Pilot Studies 38 Technology/Information Systems 205

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Psychology Major) 205 Mechatronic Engineering 160

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering 162

5 Alert List Please note the following important changes in the prospectus since last year

BA in International Entry Requirements 2020 Change to Course Content Relations – DC231 DCU wish to confirm that for entry 2020 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences There are no additional entry requirements Computer Science will be accepted as Introduction of INTRA work placement on for this course. However if students wish to meeting the science entry requirements for a number of courses on a competitive basis register for the language stream, they must the following courses; including: meet the following language requirements: DC161 Analytical Science DC009, DC291, DC292, DC293, DC295 Minimum of H4 in French, German or DC181 Biotechnology Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Spanish DC162 Chemical and Pharmaceutical DC155 * BA in Applied Languages and BSc in Education and Training (Flexible Sciences Translation Studies Delivery Mode Full-time) – DC235 DC201 Common Entry into Science DC230 BA in Economics, Politics and Law Please note that the option to select DC168 Genetics and Cell Biology DC231 BA in International Relations Flexible Delivery Mode at Registration for this course has been withdrawn for this DC175 Physics General Entry DC238 BA in Social Sciences and Cultural year. Mode of attendance will be Daytime Innovation (full-time) for the academic year 2019-20. New Post-Primary Teaching, first intake The INTRA work placement opportunities 2019 on these courses applies to students Business Studies - DC111 entering the university in September Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge, and Students will have the option to undertake 2019 and beyond. This first cohort will be French or German or Spanish – DC013 INTRA or year abroad in Year 3 of the eligible to apply for a work placement course. Post-Primary Teaching – four-year course. during the academic year 2020-2021 and Students spend 2 months in Gaeltacht in will potentially go on INTRA during the Changes to course entry Year 3, semester 2 studying in the country academic year 2021-2022. requirements of their chosen language. See page 188 for *Only on offer on a competitive basis to details. Bachelor of Education - the very small number of BA in Applied

DC002, DC003, DC004 Languages and Translation Studies. Revision of course title - DC239 See page 122 for details. For entry 2019 and 2020 – Gaeilge H4, BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht has been English O4/H7, Mathematics O4/H7 *To Please note that within the Faculty of changed to BA Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus be reviewed by the Dept. of Education and Science and Health there is a change to the na Meáin Dhigiteacha. See pages 128-131 Skills for entry 2021. School of Nursing and Human Sciences. for details. This has now been split into two Schools:

DC005 Bachelor of Education - Irish Sign New entry pathway Language The School of Psychology Physics General Entry - DC175 Please note, this course will not be offered The School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and in September 2020, as this is a pilot Physics General Entry provides students Community Health programme. with the opportunity in Year 1 to gain a solid physics foundation and invaluable If you have any queries regarding the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education laboratory exposure, before choosing the notifications on this page, please contact: DC001 degree specialism they want to purse.

On a pilot basis for entry September Upon successful completion of Physics General Admissions Queries 2019, QQI/FE Level 6 award 6M2007 General Entry, students will enter into Year T +353 (0) 1 700 5338 Early Childhood Care and Education will 2 of one of the following: dcu.ie/registryqueries be accepted or relevant Level 5 QQI/FE Award. For details of QQI/FE, requirements BSc in Applied Physics and relevant codes please see page 194 for BSc in Physics with Astronomy details. BSc in Physics with Biomedical Sciences

See page 64 for details. Data Science DC123

Applicants must hold a minimum of H3 in Mathematics to apply

6 Scholarships Academic and Sporting

Academic Scholarship Programme Sport Scholarship Programme Teach na Gaeilge Scholarship Incoming students may be awarded a DCU supports the holistic development Teach na Gaeilge is a scheme which awards scholarship based on their performance of talented athletes and recognises their a scholarship to current undergraduate in the Leaving Certificate or in equivalent increasing need to successfully balance students in DCU with fluent Irish who exams. There is no application process. academic and sporting commitments. This want to use Irish in their daily lives and to Students will automatically receive the is achieved through the Sport Scholarship promote the language through various scholarship if they: meet the scholarship Programme, which supports athletes who activities while living on campus. Successful criteria set by their Faculty, meet their have the talent and dedication to combine candidates will be selected on the basis of course entry requirements and register an academic course with excellence in application and interview. in DCU. Students may only receive the sport. It is tailored to the individual needs of scholarship in one academic year. each athlete. The benefits of a DCU Sports Scholarship award may include: University of Sanctuary Scholarship Students, along with their parents or DCU was designated a 'University guardians and former school principals, will — Financial subsidy of Sanctuary' in December 2016, in be invited to DCU for an awards ceremony. recognition of our commitment to welcome Students will receive their scholarship — Membership of the DCU Sports asylum seekers and refugees into the and their former school principal will Complex university community and to foster a receive a plaque for the school to mark — High Performance Education talks and culture of inclusion for all. this significant achievement. For further workshops information, please visit — Academic support DCU is the first Irish university to receive www.dcu.ie/prospective/ this designation, which was awarded — Sports science supports scholarships .shtml by Places of Sanctuary Ireland, an — Goal setting and performance planning organisation that supports efforts in — Career guidance support Ireland to build a culture of hospitality for McAleese Scholarship — Access to national and international people seeking sanctuary. The McAleese Scholarship provides one competitions Among a range of initiatives, DCU of five reserved places across a number of provided fifteen academic scholarships DCU undergraduate courses and includes a Please note that support services are to applicants who are currently living in cash award. dependent on the grade of scholarship Ireland in Direct Provision, either as asylum DCU applicants may be eligible to apply awarded and may be paid in full or seekers or refugees. if they have a permanent home address in subsidised. For further information, please visit Northern Ireland, and present three A Level For a Sport Scholarship application form www.dcu.ie/sanctuary.shtml results with at least two ‘A’ grades and one and further information, please visit ‘B’ grade. They must also must meet DCU’s www.dcu.ie/sportscholarships general entry requirements (see page 210) VIP Fresher Competition and the specific course entry requirements. Please note that the Sport Scholarship Win a VIP Fresher Package, for your first Programme is separate to the CAO Points Applicants should apply through the CAO year at DCU: Concession programme. See page 27 for by the normal closing date of 1 February details. 1st Prize DCU on-campus or before the late closing date of 1 May. accommodation / Food at DCU Applicants must also submit a McAleese restaurants Scholarship application form directly to DCU. For further information, please visit 2nd Prize DCU gym membership / Food at www.dcu.ie/prospective/ Londis (on-campus) scholarships .shtml 3rd Prize Free pizza at Londis (on-campus)

For further information, please visit www.dcu.ie/prospective/ scholarships.shtml

7 Studying in Dublin

Whoever you are and wherever you are from, the city of Dublin probably doesn’t need much introduction. From its museums and galleries, to its historical landmarks, Dublin is rich with history. From its bars, nightclubs and music venues, to its cutting-edge range of cafes and restaurants, the city is very much part of the 21st century. The skyline comprises an eclectic mix of Croke Park and Aviva Stadiums, St Patrick’s Cathedral, the Custom House, the Convention Centre, Ha’penny Bridge, the Spire and so much more. Dublin provides a great springboard for your success. Proud of its distinctive Irish identity, it’s also very much part of Europe. While there are a whole variety of metropolitan experiences, it’s also on the threshold of a rural idyll. At DCU, our three very different, but complementary campuses provide solitude from the hustle and bustle of city life. However you engage with the city, the Dublin Bus, DART and LUAS transport systems will get you around quickly, safely and cheaply.

8 Welcome from the President

Unique Student Experience Dublin City University is a place of discovery and opportunity, where talent flourishes. Our academic quality, our innovative research and our engagement with industry have built an international reputation for excellence and DCU is consistently ranked among the world’s leading young universities. DCU is also Ireland’s fastest growing university, with almost 17,500 students across three academic campuses in the Glasnevin- Drumcondra area of Dublin.

DCU graduates are ranked number 1 in Dublin for employability, and in the top two nationally in the latest Higher Education We are proud of our positive impact on the Purposefully different, consistently Authority Graduate Outcomes Survey. wider world. Our mission is to transform excellent Our impressive track record comes from lives and societies, through education, Whatever you study, you’ll benefit from our university’s innovative approach to research, innovation and engagement. our unique approach to learning. We teaching and learning, and our productive Our vision is to be a globally-significant believe seeing and doing things differently relationship with industry. DCU was university of transformation and produces the new type of citizens that the first Irish university to integrate enterprise, renowned for the development the world needs. It also ensures that our workplace internships (INTRA) into degree of talent, the discovery and application students are prepared for a life rich with programmes. Today, we continue to of knowledge to advance society, and our purpose. Whilst we dare to be different, our innovate, with the introduction of online strong focus on creativity and innovation. teaching, learning and research are always modules via the world-leading Futurelearn DCU’s work in areas like carbon footprint excellent and meet the demands of today’s platform. We believe our advanced reduction, diversity and inclusion and ever-changing world. DCU is purposefully approach will prepare students for a future socially beneficial research earned DCU a different, consistently excellent and this where digital learning and online upskilling Top 100 placing in the first Times Higher has never mattered more. Join us and seize are the norm. Education University Impact Rankings the future!

Transforming Lives and Societies Exciting future I look forward to welcoming you to DCU in Dublin City University provides a learning The future is exciting for DCU. We have the future. environment where personal development embarked on a €300 million development is a core element of the student experience. of our campuses. This will ensure that We are known as a university focused students experience a wonderful learning on developing the talents and personal environment in excellent facilities. qualities that today’s graduates need, Across our three campus locations, these such as creativity, collaborative and facilities include new lecture theatres communication skills, and problem-solving and state-of-the-art research centres, Professor Brian MacCraith abilities. As part of this, we encourage television and sound studios, computer President engagement with our vibrant campus suites and advanced laboratories for Dublin City University community, which boasts over 140 clubs languages, engineering, physics, chemistry and societies, excellent sports facilities and and biotechnology, as well as a sports our state-of-the-art student centre, the U. performance centre and a virtual hospital We also promote active civic engagement, ward. Student facilities also include a and offer credits for extra-curricular superb sports complex, three libraries and activities. the renowned Helix performing arts centre.

9 10 DCU is a unique and vibrant community. Three eclectic and complementary DCU at Life campuses, all close to the beating heart of Dublin and the rural landscape beyond, great transport links, unmatched student support, state-of-the-art study facilities: DCU has all you need for a happy and fulfilled student life.

11 Improve your employment potential

At DCU, we’re committed to developing the whole person and preparing you for a life that is rich with purpose. After all, your purpose in life is likely to change a number of times over the course of your life. This means not only learning your subject, but also learning all the other skills you will need for the workplace and for life as a whole. We are here to help you build your employment potential.

DCU provides industry-relevant and professionally oriented degree courses to help you find meaningful employment after you complete your degree. Most graduates find it’s the skills and competencies, rather than purely discipline-specific knowledge, which differentiate them from other candidates.

At DCU, we prioritise the development of your skills and competencies. We offer formal work placements on many of our courses, which allow you to experience the workplace as a fully-fledged part of a team.

Each student has access to a range of workshops, programmes and one-to- one consultations through our student support and development team. You may choose to participate in group workshops or hone your skills as a leader through our Leadership Module, progressing to becoming a member of one of the student committees.

We also offer informal learning opportunities to develop skills such as adaptability, communication skills and problem-solving skills, which will set you apart in the workplace of tomorrow.

12 INTRA (INtegrated TRAining) Uaneen Module Programme For students who are involved in Extra- At DCU, we are committed to providing Curricular Activities, DCU offers a unique courses that are as relevant as possible academic module. The Uaneen module to the industrial and commercial world of recognises and rewards the work done today and tomorrow. We also think it is and learning acquired by students with important that you get to experience this University and outside clubs, societies, world for yourself, in conjunction with your community work and extra-curricular academic training, before you leave DCU. activity in general. This year, over 80 Only then can you fully appreciate what to students are participating in the Uaneen expect when you graduate. module and are currently preparing their individual portfolios for submission. The INTRA gives you an opportunity to gain module can be taken as contributory degree-relevant work experience with towards a degree or non-contributory, but companies in Ireland and abroad. Over the both options award 5 academic credits. period of your placement, you will put your academic knowledge to the test in a real The Uaneen Module is open to all students working environment that is relevant to in their final year. If you are interested in your future ambitions. applying for the Uaneen Module or would like further information, please visit www.dcu.ie/uaneen What will you gain from your INTRA experience? The key purpose of a placement is for you to Opportunities to study abroad apply your knowledge to real-life working Studying abroad is the best way to learn situations, so that you gain practical skills. about other countries, ideas, languages And there are other benefits: and cultures. The experience is also an important element in academic, personal — You will build up your confidence and and professional development. develop relationship skills Skills, behaviours and attitudes that can be — By applying your knowledge in a working demonstrated through your experience of environment, you will be able to make study abroad to future employers include: realistic and informed career decisions. You might even find that a specialism — Resilience and self-reliance you hadn’t considered is now your — Adaptability and open mindedness preferred direction — Cultural awareness and effective — You may generate valuable employment communication contacts. In fact, many DCU graduates gain employment with their INTRA — Experience of multi-cultural teamwork employer — A growth mindset — As you begin to see the relationship between your job and your course Foreign language skills are not always curriculum, your interest in academic necessary, as some partners teach through work and your motivation will invariably English. increase Within Europe — In the majority of cases, you are paid for The Erasmus+ Programme is an EU-funded the work you do exchange programme that enables students to study in another country for a There is no guarantee that every student year or a semester and gain full academic will secure an INTRA placement. If a recognition for their studies. You can even suitable placement cannot be found receive Erasmus+ funding for study with following an interview, students will be partner universities throughout Europe. given a course-related project by their academic department. If you have an Beyond Europe INTRA placement/project, you will be DCU offers study abroad opportunities assessed and awarded either a “pass” or a through more than 200 exchange “fail”. partnerships worldwide. While many partnerships are based in Europe, you For more information on INTRA, please can choose exchanges with universities in visit www.dcu.ie/intra Australia, China, Japan, Korea, Mexico and the US.

For more information, please contact: [email protected]

13 Careers Service Empowering you to Shape your Future

It’s a really exciting time to gain a third- Careers Mentoring Scheme President’s Award for Excellence in level qualification. The world of work Our award-winning Mentorship Teaching and Learning 2019 is changing rapidly, both in existing Programme gives you a fantastic DCU Careers Service is delighted to be this occupations and in new emerging opportunity to be mentored by an industry year’s Team Winner in the DCU President’s professions. With this dynamic future jobs professional during your second year of Awards for Excellence in Teaching and market in mind, we help our students and study. Our professionals come from a Learning for “curriculum delivery, career recent graduates to develop the career selected group of employers, including development initiatives, job applicant management skills they will need to many DCU alumni, who are uniquely placed support, mentoring and networking, embrace these opportunities. to help you explore your career ideas, employer engagement and partnership develop your professional skills and build development options which are tailored to We support you in developing your your confidence – while giving you valuable the needs of each faculty”. potential and empowering you to be insights into the world of work. successful in your professional life. For more information about DCU Careers Service, please visit www.dcu.ie/careers Engage with us to: * Higher Education Authority’s Graduate — Enhance your employability skills via Outcomes Survey, Class of 2017 our Careers Skills sessions on topics such as: options with your degree; job search techniques; application process; interview preparation; and exploring further study options

— Avail of one-to-one career consultations through our Careers Clinics and appointments

— Connect with employers via careers events and recruitment fairs

— Access a comprehensive range of online resources, from employability tips to international career guides

— Access our Jobs Board for a wide variety of opportunities including graduate recruitment, part-time jobs, vacation work and summer internships

DCU graduates continue to be highly sought-after by employers, with Higher Education Authority (HEA) data showing that it is the capital’s leading university for graduate employment (honours degree) and in the top two universities nationwide*.

Whether you plan to enter the workplace, engage in further study, build your own career through entrepreneurship or avail of opportunities in emerging areas, we look forward to working with you to explore your options and future-proof your career.

14 School Liaison

Student Ambassadors 2018/19

We are here to let you know about the November Open Days to make an informed decision about DCU opportunities available to you at DCU. The DCU annual Open Days will be held on before the CAO Change of Mind deadline There are a lot of courses for you to choose Friday 15 and Saturday 16 November, 2019. on 1 July. from and our job is to help you with those choices, whether by talking directly to For further information, please visit For further information, please visit you, your parents or a school guidance www.dcu.ie/openday www.dcu.ie/openday counsellor. Information Session for Guidance Student Blogs We attend many information fairs around Counsellors Read what our Student Ambassadors say the country. Students at DCU come from On Friday 15 November, 2019 as part in their blogs. Get great insight into life all over Ireland, many from schools that of the Open Day we will be hosting a in the classroom, being part of student we have visited. If you would like us to visit presentation/information session for life, studying abroad, INTRA and all the your school to provide information on our Guidance Counsellors, providing up-to- opportunities open to students at DCU. courses and give an insight into university date information about new courses and Please visit dcublogger.tumblr.com and student life, we’d be delighted to visit. developments at DCU. Campus Tours School Visits Spring Open Day If you would like a group or individual tour Our Schools Liaison team delivers the DCU DCU will host a Spring Open Day on of DCU, the School Liaison team will be presentation in schools across Ireland. Saturday 4 April, 2020. This event is aimed delighted to welcome you to DCU. Simply The presentation includes details of the 5th and 6th year students considering contact us in advance to arrange your visit. undergraduate courses available and studying at DCU. information on student life at DCU. It is For further information, please visit Contact Us aimed at final-year students and lasts www.dcu.ie/openday T +353 (0)1 700 7183 / 8145 / 6846 about 40 minutes. Please contact us by E [email protected] email if you would like a school visit. June Open Day J @TeamDCU Our June Open Day will take place on Tuesday 23 June 2020 between 11am and 2pm. This is an opportunity for 2020 CAO applicants to find out all they need to know

15 17% OF STUDENTS ARE INTERNATIONAL AND FROM 110 DIFFERENT NATIONALITIES

21% OF STUDENTS ARE FROM NON- TRADITIONAL BACKGROUNDS 94% of graduates in employment/further study

Strong performance on climate action, sustainability, health and wellbeing

MORE THAN 700 PRIMARY AND POST-PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS GRADUATE EVERY YEAR

16 "DCU is young, gifted and on track. DCU gives students vital experience and skills to augment their academic studies and is instrumental in producing an excellent calibre of graduate, primed and ready to face the future"

The Sunday Times

DCU is ranked 140+ in the the top student clubs and 100 universities societies worldwide

1717 Accommodation

Where can I stay? No-one wants to live too far away from campus – you might miss out on much of the enjoyment that is university life. In total, there are over 1,400 rooms distributed between the Glasnevin Campus (1,100 rooms), the St Patrick’s Campus (240 rooms) and the All Hallows Campus (100 rooms) for undergraduate students.

For first-year students who want to live on campus, DCU offers three purpose-built residences.

DCU Glasnevin Campus Larkfield Apartments consist of two single- study bedrooms with a study desk, bookshelf, noticeboard and wardrobe, with a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Wi-fi is available in all bedrooms. Charges for wi-fi and all other utilities are included.

Hampstead Apartments contain four single ensuite bedrooms and one double ensuite bedroom, with a shared living/kitchen/ dining area. Wi-fi is available in all bedrooms. Charges for wi-fi and all other utilities are included. Launderette facilities are available.

DCU St Patrick’s Campus St Patrick’s Campus provides student houses with single bedrooms, which have a single bed, study desk, bookshelves, noticeboard, wardrobe and wash-basin. Students share bathrooms with several students on their floor. Each house has a common room with wi-fi, TV and kitchen facility. Wi-fi is also available in all bedrooms. Charges for wi-fi and all other utilities are included.

How is on-campus accommodation allocated? Rooms are guaranteed to first-year students with 575 or more points, and by random lottery to all other first-year students.

18 How do CAO applicants apply for How do international students apply for accommodation? accommodation? All Central Applicants Office (CAO) Applying for on-campus accommodation applicants can apply for on-campus couldn’t be easier. International students accommodation from March 2020. You who apply through the CAO can apply for must have your CAO number to make an on-campus accommodation from March application. Rooms are allocated by a 2020. You must have your CAO number to random lottery, which takes place in the make an application. Rooms are allocated first week of April. To enter the lottery, you by a random lottery, which takes place in must set up your online profile and pay a the first week of April. To enter the lottery, €50 application fee at you must set up your online profile and pay www.dcuaccommodation.ie a €50 application fee at www.dcuaccommodation.ie. The first round of offers will be made after the lottery in April 2020. Successful The first round of offers will be made applicants will have 48 hours to pay their after the lottery in April 2020. Successful deposit to secure the room. Unsuccessful applicants will have 48 hours to pay their applicants can choose to go on a waiting deposit to secure the room. Unsuccessful list. For further details, see applicants can choose to go on a waiting www.dcuaccommodation.ie list. For further details, see www.dcuaccommodation.ie DCU runs a special accommodation scheme which guarantees on-campus Students who apply to the DCU accommodation for applicants gaining 575 International Office will receive information or more points in the Leaving Certificate. on how to apply for accommodation with Students wishing to avail of this scheme their offer letter. For further information, must apply through the lottery. please visit www.dcuaccommodation.ie

What if I don’t want or can’t get on- Costs campus accommodation? Rates for the current academic year A list of useful websites with available 2019/2020 are available at houses, apartments and house-shares is www.dcuaccommodation.ie online at Rates for 2020/2021 will be published on www.dcuaccommodation.ie/ www.dcuaccommodation.ie at the end of accommodation/off-campus- January 2020. Applications open in March accommodation 2020.

Accommodation for international For further information, please contact: students Campus Residences DCU welcomes international students T +353 (0) 1 700 5736 from around the world to study for F +353 (0) 1 700 5777 undergraduate degrees at DCU. E [email protected] International students can choose a room www.dcu.ie/accommodation on either the Glasnevin Campus or the All Hallows Campus. We can also provide rooms for a limited number of students who wish to study at DCU for one semester only.

19 We hope you’ll remember your time at DCU Student Services forever. We think it should be a time of great and Supports personal development and fulfilment. That means different things to different students, but whatever it means to you, we’ll be there to support you. We have a wide range of flexible services to suit our equally diverse student population.

Student Support staff provide online, — Student Health doctors and nurses Magic Days Crèche and Montessori School group and one-to-one support and promote a proactive approach to healthy The DCU Crèche on the Glasnevin campus guidance on personal, professional living provides a professional day-care service for and academic matters to students at babies, toddlers and young children of staff — Student Learning provide academic skills the various stages of their academic and students. supports to all students throughout their progression. Students are kept informed of journey Fees in 2019/2020 opportunities to develop their skills while at university and encouraged to avail of For further information, please visit — For Babies and Wobblers (up to 18 the numerous opportunities and supports www.dcu.ie/students months): €220 per week or €953 per which are offered by the following services: month

— Access offers academic support to — For Toddlers and Montessori: €205 per students entering through the HEAR week or €888 per month

programme Computer Services All parents are entitled to a Universal — Careers support students through their Information Systems and Services (ISS) Subsidy, which is a reduction of €20 per week career decisions at third level provides computing and networking (provided you and your child have a PPS facilities for use by the students and staff number). Full-time students may be entitled — Chaplaincy provides spiritual direction of DCU. As a student, you will be provided to a subsidy from the Student Financial and a confidential ear for students with: Assistance Fund. — Counselling and Personal Development — Free wi-fi for all devices throughout DCU The free preschool year in Early Childhood provides personal support for students Care and Education (ECCE) is available for during difficult times — Unlimited storage in your DCU apps parents who are eligible. We also offer the account (which you keep after — Disability and Learning Support provides Community Childcare Subvention (CCSU) graduation) support for students with physical, and Community Childcare Subvention Plus mental health or learning difficulties — Unlimited online document storage (CCSP) schemes for eligible parents on a low (which you keep after graduation) income. — Financial Assistance Service provides financial support for students during — Shared access to hundreds of desktop The crèche opening hours are 8.15am- financially challenging times computers 6.10pm, Monday-Thursday and 8.15am- 5.45pm on Fridays. We close at 5.45pm in — Internships and work placements — Facilities to print in, or near to, all July and August. are organised by INTRA (INtegrated computer laboratories TRAining), the School Placement Office We strongly advise you to make an early — Access to course-specific software in our and Professional Placement Office application if you intend to use the crèche, computer laboratories as there are limited places available. — Mature Student Support helps mature ISS can help with any question you have students settle quickly into university For further information, please contact about the use of IT facilities at DCU. They life and offers study skills support and a Ciara Fitzgerald or Sharon Kelly. also provide support and advice on the use mentoring course T +353 1 (0) 700 5200 and configuration of your personal laptop. E [email protected] — Student Advisers and Life Coaches are For further information, please visit available to give advice and guidance for www.dcu.ie/iss students at every stage of the student journey

20 Library

As a student at DCU, you will have access to two world-class libraries: one on the Glasnevin Campus and one on the St Patrick’s Campus. Our libraries are simultaneously study spaces, research hubs, meeting spots and focal points for discovery and creativity. Students come to work on group projects, thrash out ideas and try out new things. But they also come to find a quiet comfortable place to study, to focus on their assignments and to conduct research. Everyone learns differently, which is why the libraries provide a wide variety of technology rich study spaces, from chatty open plan areas to quiet individual study zones.

Both libraries also provide access to a huge range of print resources and support services to help you successfully complete your programme. In addition, our website acts as a portal to a vast collection of electronic resources: e-books, e-journals, databases, theses and newspapers. All these resources are available 24/7, both on and off campus, wherever you have an internet connection.

Our friendly team of expert library professionals offer numerous support services to make sure you can efficiently find the materials you need to successfully complete assignments and project work. We also offer workshops and classes to enhance your research and information skills as well as online supports such as e-tutorials, guides and instructional videos.

Coming Soon! The 2019/20 academic year will see the introduction of a brand-new library space on the All Hallows Campus. Woodlock Hall will be a state-of-the-art study facility, which will also provide library print collections in the area of Humanities for research and learning.

Check the library website for more information on upcoming developments with this project.

For more information on all library services and spaces, please visit www.dcu.ie/library

21 Interfaith Alumni Student Life Centre

The Interfaith Centre serves as a non- Choosing DCU will mark the beginning of denominational base for students and a lifelong relationship with the University. staff of every religion. There is Catholic Upon graduating, you become part of mass held Monday to Friday during the our alumni network, with approximately academic year as well as weekly Sunday 80,000 graduates worldwide, located in all mass. There are two Muslim prayer rooms corners of the globe. for men and women as well as a quiet We are committed to building a lifelong, room available to those of all other faith mutually supportive relationship with all traditions. our graduates. The Alumni Office plays The Interfaith Centre also has two full time a key role in the student experience and Chaplains who are available throughout maintains this strong communication the day. The chaplains are available to when you graduate and embark on your talk to for a lot of reasons, such as talking professional career. From this point, we about personal or academic struggles, offer a wide range of activities as you family illness or bereavement, or even progress through the different stages talking about things such as questioning of of your professional life and throughout faith. The chaplains will offer confidential retirement. The diverse range of activities and non-judgemental listening to your ensures all graduates have an opportunity problems and can give great support and to stay connected and engaged with DCU, Student Activities advice. both domestically and internationally. Clubs and societies provide you with These opportunities include: valuable life skills and offer excellent The Interfaith Centre also offers free tea opportunities for you to broaden your and coffee for people who want to sit in and — Invitations to alumni reunions and education base. They are the foundation of have a quiet chat. University events your active involvement in campus life.

— Award-winning Mentorship Programme Getting involved will not only enhance your — Global engagement through our university experience beyond your studies, International Chapters but will also provide you with a lively social life, lifelong friends and many memories to For more information, please visit treasure! www.dcu.ie/alumni We currently have about 40 clubs and 100 societies spread across all campuses, with almost 17,500 registered students to DCU clubs and societies.

The Office of Student Life has strengthened the emphasis on leadership in recent years, with the introduction of the Leadership Programme of Development (POD). The POD is a development programme for emerging student leaders in DCU. We recognise that the skills and competencies gained through involvement in clubs and societies is an integral part of the student experience.

DCU clubs and societies are governed by the Club Life Committee and the Society Life Committee, who set and drive policies as well as administer funding. They support the running and development of our current clubs and societies as well as welcoming and developing new groups.

For further information, please visit www.dcusu.ie

22 Welcome from SU President

DCU - ranked in the top 100 of the worlds youngest universities! Spread across three campuses, DCU is bursting with ambition, enthusiasm and opportunities. Every single student has the chance to join over 140 clubs and societies here - from Drama to Dance, Hurling to Harry Potter, Fencing to FilmSoc - there is truly something for everyone.

The Students' Union is there to provide you with help, support, opportunities and events. We also represent every student in the DCU community from campaigns for change to campaigns of awareness. You can truly immerse yourself in every aspect of student life in DCU whilst you grow and develop into a graduate who is ready to take on the world after creating The U building – state-of-the-art Students’ Union life long memories here. student centre The Students’ Union is an essential part Opened in September 2018, this iconic of college life. DCUSU is well-known for Best of luck with everything that the building – known simply as the U – is at the providing opportunities, helping create future holds for you. heart of the Glasnevin Campus. It provides change and facilitating your interests at a collaborative and creative spaces where local and national level. We also organise Christine Farrell all students can engage with the cultural, famous events on and off campus, creating DCU Students’ Union President social, entrepreneurial and international memories you will always have with friends 2019/2020 aspects of university life. Students can that you will never forget. access a breadth of activities and support, Our approachability is key for you, the and participate in the 140 clubs and student. We’re here when things go wrong, societies which are based there. when things are going great and indeed, The centre, which cost €15 million, funded when you just need someone to talk to – on through a student levy, voted on by anything from welfare to academic issues. students themselves, as well as through Your Students’ Union is elected by the significant donations from the Tony Ryan students. Each class is represented by class Trust and Bank of Ireland. The centre has reps and your full-time sabbaticals work significantly enhanced the on-campus collaboratively over all three campuses to experience for students at DCU. ensure that your needs and your experience are facilitated and represented. We have your best interests at heart.

Drop in to the DCUSU (on the Glasnevin Campus or the St Patrick’s Campus) and avail of our services. You can buy a Travelsave card, tickets for gigs, LEAP cards, and bus or train tickets. You can even just come in for a chat – our doors are always open.

For further information, please visit www.dcusu.ie

23 Clubs and Societies

Clubs

Aikido Archery Athletics Badminton Basketball Men Basketball Women Boxing Camogie Canoeing Caving Clay Pigeon Shooting Cricket Cycling Equestrian Fencing GAA Mens GAA Ladies Golf Gymnastics and Trampoline Handball Hockey Hurling Karate Mixed Martial Arts Olympic Handball Rock Climbing Rowing Rugby Mens Rugby Ladies Soccer Powerchair Soccer Mens Soccer Ladies Squash Subaqua SurfnSail Swimming and Waterpolo Tae Kwon Do Tennis Triathlon Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Weightlifting

Club Highlights from 2018 - 2019

Athletics - DCU Athletics Club were the overall title winners for the 13th year in a row at the IUAA outdoor Track and Field Championships in April 2019

Basketball - DCU Ladies team won their All Ireland final

Gaelic Games (Men’s) - Senior Hurling Division One League, Intermediate Football and Fresher B Football and Hurling Championship titles

Gaelic Games (Ladies) - O'Connor Shield Champions and Ashbourne Cup semi finalists

Handball – DCU’s Fiona Tully won the Irish Collegiate Handball Association’s Women’s Open Final

Rugby (men’s) - Leinster player and DCU scholarship student David Hawkshaw was named Ireland’s under 20s captain ahead of their first U20s Six Nations against England

Rugby (ladies) - Both Ladies teams won the league and championship in 2019

Table Tennis - DCU’s Ryan Farrell won the intervarsity Singles Title for added another year

Trampolining – DCU’s Niamh Ní Iceadha won gold in Open Advanced and Higher Synchro

Swimming - DCU Swimmers won 13 gold medals at the Irish National Intervarsity Championships

Weightlifting - DCU Weightlifting won 7 medals at Intervarsity competition

24 25 Societies

Access Accounting and Finance Africa Airsoft Amnesty International An Cumann Galeach Anime and Manga Aviation Believers Love World Book Breaking Borders Cancer Chinese Circus Arts Dance Darts Debate Disney DJ Drama Dungeons and Dragons Enactus Engineering Enterprise Society (ESoc) European Law Student’s Association (ELSA) Feminist Financial and Actuarial Fianna Fail Fotosoc Free Legal Advice Centre (FLAC) French Gaisce Games Game Development Global Brigades Global Business Gospel Choir Harry Potter HeadstARTS Heart Her Campus History Hiking Indian International Justice Mission International Relations Investment Islamic Japanese Journalism Karting Kingdom Cafe Korean Pop and Culture Labour Law League of Legends Life LGBTA Marketing and Innovation Mature Students Media Production Society (MPS) Mental Health Music Paintball Physics Research Poker Pool and Snooker Postgraduate Promoting and Marketing Prose Psychology Raising and Giving (RAG) Redbrick: Networking Rotaract Science and Health Sign Language Sinn Fein Snowsports Sober Space and Robotics Spanish Speak Easy Spokenword St Vincent de Paul Student Business Consulting Students for Sensible Drug Policy Students for Sustainability in Human Lifestyles Style Suas Tea Teaching Practice Trad Urban Artz Vegan Walk and Talk Yoga Young Fine Gael

Society Life Clubs and Societies Events Special mention must be given to new events that took place this year and Society life in DCU has never been in such Clubs and Societies delivered some events showcased the creativity and innovative a promising position. The enthusiasm and of the highest of calibre this year. Their nature of club and society members. Some drive of society members has been an ever- attention to detail was incredible – whether of these (such as Amikon, MiSoc’s Boat present asset. However, they now have it was an event for 70 people, such as Party, Speakeasy’s BESK and Soberbowl) even more opportunities with the opening Redbrick’s impactful Sistem conference, highlight the innovative nature of student of the U, the new student centre. They have or for 700, such as Style’s amazing fashion events perfectly. Overall, it has been a taken this opportunity and run with it – as show. fantastic year for events here on campus they made society life as vibrant as it could Some calendar highlights came back for and we look forward to an even better year possibly be this year. Whether it was their renewals such as RAG Relief, Blind Date, in 2020. weekly meetup or flagship events, societies Take Me Out, Glee’s Showcase, Drag Race, have truly been a credit to themselves and Best Dance Crew and Drama’s musical. DCU.

26 DCU Sports and Wellbeing

DCU Sports and Wellbeing DCU Sports and Wellbeing has For further information, please Sport, physical activity and a number of staff who support contact : wellbeing play an important part and develop student sport and Registry in university life for many students. wellbeing in athletics, Gaelic T +353 (0)1 700 5338 For some, it’s about the challenge games, soccer, rugby, multi-sports E [email protected] of trying something new, making and health promotion. www.dcu.ie/registry/ friends with similar interests, undergrad.shtml For further information please socialising, volunteering and contact: developing leadership skills. For DCU Sports and Wellbeing others, it’s about representing their DCU Performance Sport - T + 353 (0) 1 700 5625 university at the highest level and Sport Scholarships E [email protected] achieving intervarsity success. DCU supports the holistic www.dcu.ie/sports-wellbeing development of performance At DCU, we want you to get athletes and recognises their involved, to develop and succeed increasing need to successfully at whatever level you choose to DCU Performance Sport balance academic and sporting participate. Whatever your goal, Programmes commitments. This is achieved the opportunities are endless at DCU is now one of the leading through the Sport Scholarship DCU. third-level institutions in Ireland for Programme, which supports sporting and academic excellence. DCU Sports and Wellbeing is athletes who have the talent We are committed to enhancing responsible for the development and dedication to combine an the academic and sporting of student sport, optimal health academic course with the pursuit development of young sportsmen and wellbeing across all DCU of excellence in sport. It is tailored and sportswomen in Ireland, as well campuses. If you’re interested to the individual needs of each as making a positive impact on the in keeping active, improving athlete. The benefits of a DCU future of Irish sport. DCU fulfils this your health and wellbeing while Sports Scholarship may include: vision through two Performance studying at DCU, we are here to Sport programmes: — Financial subsidy help and guide you in the right direction. Our programmes focus 1. DCU Performance Sports – — Membership of the DCU Sports on health and wellbeing as well as CAO Points Concession Complex sport at social, recreational and 2. DCU Performance Sports - — High Performance education competitive levels. They also focus Sport Scholarships talks and workshops on developing student leaders through volunteering. — Academic support DCU Performance Sport – DCU is proud to provide a wide — Sports science supports CAO Points Concession range of sports for students to DCU has put in place a special — Goal setting and performance choose from – with over 40 student- academic entry scheme for planning run sports clubs. DCU also offers performance athletes applying some of the finest sports facilities, — Career guidance support to all our undergraduate degree programmes and academic courses courses. A number of academic — Access to national and in the country. places offering a CAO points international competitions DCU has a very proud tradition concession are reserved for Please note that support services of sports participation and outstanding candidates who are dependent on the grade of representation and we have held have achieved a very high level scholarship awarded and may be many third-level titles, including of sporting performance and paid in full or subsidised. archery, athletics, badminton, who are committed to continuing basketball, Gaelic games, rugby to develop their sporting and For further information, please and tennis. A significant number of academic careers. Under this contact DCU students have been selected scheme, applications are not DCU Sports and Wellbeing for Irish squads at European and assessed solely on the basis of T +353 (0) 1 700 5625 World University Games events, academic performance; sporting E [email protected] and the Olympic Games. achievements are also taken into www.dcu.ie/sportscholarships consideration.

27 28 DCU Performance Sports Programmes – As a university, we are committed track, long jump and high jump and throws How to Apply to developing a culture and learning area. The DCU high performance centre To apply for the CAO Points Concession environment that has health and wellbeing provides a world class training environment and/or the Sport Scholarship programme, at the core. We aim to encourage in DCU Sport for DCU scholarship athletes applicants must complete an online collaboration, empower individual and international level athletes in a range application form. Please note: responsibility, promote healthy lifestyle of sports from athletics, boxing, rowing, choices and develop best practice to inspire weightlifting, inter-county level GAA — There is one application form for both healthy behaviours. players and many more. programmes and you must indicate if you wish to apply for one or both At DCU, we aspire to create a campus Our Soccer Centre has five 5-a-side pitches programmes. community where the healthy choice is for recreational games and leagues, and a the easy choice, through our DCU Healthy large pitch for squad training. Included in — Applicants who apply for the CAO Points themes: this centre is a covered, four-lane, 75-metre Concession programme must also make sprint track. an application for a DCU programme of — Think Healthy study through the CAO, between early (Mental Health and Wellbeing) November 2019 and 1 May 2020. — Eat Healthy (Healthy Eating) Sports Facilities on the DCU St Patrick’s Campus — Online applications for DCU — Move Healthy (Physical Activity) St Patrick’s campus has a number of sports Performance Sport programme will — Live Healthy (Alcohol and other drugs) facilities. The fitness studio has a free- open in February 2020. — Feel Healthy weights section, cardio section, stretching / — The closing date for applications is (Sexual Health and Wellbeing) recovery section and a number of strength 1 May 2020. Application forms are — Breathe Healthy (Smoking) machines. We offer a number of exciting available at www.dcu.ie/registry/ group fitness classes, such as spinning and For further information on DCU Healthy, application_forms.shtml aerobics. It is our intention to increase the please visit www.dcu.ie/dcuhealthy number and type of classes available to students. There are two full size sports DCU Sports Academy DCU Sports halls, along with a number of sports The DCU Sports Academy is committed DCU Sport is responsible for providing equipment stored in each hall. Each hall has to providing our talented sportsmen and a quality experience for student, staff separate changing/showering facilities for sportswomen with the opportunity to and external stakeholders through both male and female students. Outside, achieve sporting excellence in performance the provision of facilities, services and there is one full size GAA pitch and one full sport at both national and international programmes to encourage participation. size soccer pitch. Both of these pitches are level while attaining a top-class university This encourages recreational, high in great condition and have two outdoor degree. The academy provides key support performance and wellness activity within changing/showering facilities to cater for structures for performance athletes in both the one environment. At DCU we believe in players and teams. athletics and Gaelic games. a ‘sport for all’ philosophy. To promote this, The University competes across a number Under this model, DCU is fully committed DCU Sport has a huge variety of facilities of sports, with GAA, soccer and athletics to supporting and empowering our and programmes for you to choose from. to name a few. Many high-profile athletes talented young athletes to excel on have come through the doors, with some the sports field and to acquire the Sports Facilities on the DCU Glasnevin competing on a national and international qualifications that will enable them to Campus scale in the past year. There is also a boxing grow their leadership and professional The Sports Complex on the Glasnevin club for those boxing enthusiasts and for capabilities – which will equip them for campus is a state-of-the-art facility, those who just wish to get fit. Students successful sporting and professional incorporating health, wellness and sports can attend a variety of sport and fitness careers. to meet all your exercise and leisure needs. classes put on by the SU each semester, For further information, please contact We offer a number of exciting group fitness e.g. pilates, zumba and aerobics. DCU DCU Sports & Wellbeing classes, such as kettle bells, TRX and has a fantastic tradition of sport both T +353 (0) 1 700 5625 spinning. recreationally and at the highest level, and E [email protected] we hope to continue and develop this well The DCU Sports Arena hosts a number of www.dcu.ie/sports-wellbeing into the future sports, such a super-league basketball, badminton and volleyball and can For further information, please visit DCU Healthy facilitate a number of other activities. www.dcu.ie/dcusport DCU Healthy is a university-wide initiative We also have a climbing wall, one squash to promote the health and wellbeing of the court, a racquetball/handball court and DCU community. several studios for an array of programme activities. During your time in DCU, we encourage you to make your health a priority and to Our Sports Grounds facilities include a continually look for ways to improve your 3G all weather GAA pitch, squad high health and wellbeing. performance centre, athletics 5 lane sprint

29 30 31 34 Business Studies

36 Business Studies International

38 Aviation Management/Aviation Management with Pilot Studies

40 Global Business [France, Germany, Spain, USA, Canada]

42 Accounting and Finance

44 Marketing Innovation and Technology

18032 DCU Business School is a busy and innovative school, which prides itself on its impact on students and industry. We develop your capability to follow a diverse, dynamic career path over your lifetime. DCU Business School is accredited by

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools DCU BUSINESS SCHOOL of Business (AACSB), the oldest and most prestigious global accreditation body for business schools, and is ranked among the top 5% of business schools, worldwide.

We are also recognised by the Financial Times as the top business school in Europe for faculty gender balance. Our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes are accredited by all appropriate professional bodies, including: Chartered Accountants of Ireland, ACCA, CIMA, CIPD and the Psychological Society of Ireland.

33181 Bachelor of Business Studies We provide you with the essential toolkit for the world of business

Why DCU? Understanding: Business Course Structure

¬ General business degree with a strong Today’s business world is rapidly evolving, The Business Studies degree course is international reputation and the key to success in this world is designed to introduce you to all aspects of creativity and innovation. These values are business. Once you have the foundations, ¬ Gain valuable experience and a at the core of our Business Studies degree you can choose the particular area of competitive edge with an optional year- – a course that is constantly innovating to business that you want to specialise in. In long work placement reflect best practice in business education this way, the course caters both for those ¬ Specialise in a key business area and relevance to management and who already have a clear idea about what (management, marketing, human business practice in the real world. Since they want to do and for those who need resource (HR) management, business the early 1980s, the Bachelor of Business to find out more before making a final economics or finance) in the final year Studies course has introduced many decision. new ideas to undergraduate education. ¬ Develop skills in communications, IT, Through elements like business simulations You can opt for either a three or four-year teamwork and problem solving and new enterprise development projects, course of study. The four-year course ¬ Strong entrepreneurial focus to we set out to stimulate and foster includes an 11-month paid work placement encourage innovation and creativity imaginative thinking among our students, at the end of Year 2, which gives you the giving you the skills to arrive at solutions to opportunity to experience working in a real business problems. real business environment. Alternatively, About You you can opt to spend a year at one of DCU Do you find the world of business an Business School’s top partner universities in interesting place? Do you see yourself Europe. enjoying a career in one of the many areas of business that could take you from The degree is structured around three management and finance to marketing elements: core subjects, skills and and HR? Then this exciting course is for you. specialisms.

Additional Requirements The core modules in Years 1 and 2 provide a solid business foundation. In your final year, In addition to the general entry you will be able to specialise in one of five requirements for admission to the areas of business. University (see page 208), the following entry requirements apply: O4 or H6 in Throughout this course, you will develop Mathematics. skills in areas such as communications, IT, teamwork project management and problem solving.

34 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS STUDIES Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course is recognised by the Teaching Council DCU Business School business.dcu.ie/Business-Studies for teaching Business Studies (see page 234 for T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 further details). E [email protected]

What Will I Study? OR CAO code DC111 Year 1 Study Aborad Year Core Modules Years (For those opting for a four-year degree) Economics | Accounting | Marketing | IT 3 or 4 One year abroad at one of DCU Business Skills | Psychology in Organisations | School's top partner universities in Europe Min points Business Mathematics | Law | Critical Thinking for Business | Enterprise 101 | 463 Optional: Summer School module run by Business 101 Places the International Office (you can register for a pre-approved Summer School and 175 Year 2 may be eligible to receive exemptions for Internship Core Modules ten credits of options in your final year) Business Law | Operations Management | Yes Human Resource Management | Statistics | Final Year Digital Marketing | Information Systems | Business Strategy | New Enterprise Financial Management | Industrial Development | Global Issues in Business Economics | Industrial Relations | Ethics | and Economics | Market Research | Choice Financial Markets | The Changing of Specialism Future Careers Consumer  Accountancy Final year students specialise in one of the INTRA Year  Economics following areas: (For those opting for a four-year degree) Human Resource Management | Business  E-Commerce INTRA (11-month paid work placement) Economics | Finance | Marketing |  Finance Management / Management Services  Human Resource What Our Current Students Say Management  International Marketing The Bachelor of Business Studies provided me with a solid, unshakeable understanding Management of the fundamentals of the business world. DCU will set you on the right course to develop  Further Study - Teaching your personality, character and abilities to get where you need to go. In These Areas Thanks to the people I’ve met in DCU, I’ve had the opportunity to evolve from a shy, self- doubting teenager to a confident student running various societies, adopting leadership  Marketing positions, and developing my soft skills. Currently, I have the privilege of being President  Finance of Erasmus Student Network Ireland, a national organisation which is part of larger  Commerce European institution.  International

Business students go on to obtain leaderships positions throughout their DCU life. This Management helps them upon graduation, as employers are keen to find those graduates who have a  Human Resource little something more, which is exactly what DCU’s Business School gives you. Management  Starting Your Own Each graduate leaves DCU not only with years’ worth of the best memories of their lives, Business but also with a completely different and improved character. The campus size plus the  Education abundance of clubs and societies will provide you with friends for life, while making it incredibly simple to get involved in a leadership position to grow, achieve more and truly Look online (website details at top of change your life. page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. Brad Whelan, Bachelor of Business Studies

35 Business Studies International Be unique. Take a degree in International Business AND be proficient in a second language

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Business Studies International ¬ This degree combines the skills and The Business Studies International knowledge needed for a career in DCU’s Business Studies International degree is designed to create a group of business with language competence degree offers a truly international competent business people, who can option to ambitious students who wish to respond to the skills gaps highlighted both ¬ Be one of only 3% of Irish third-level complement their business studies with the locally and internationally. You will study students to study language at a study of a foreign language. You will spend a combination of business, language and significant level a year at one of DCU Business School’s top cultural topics, which are vital for success in ¬ Experience another culture at first hand partner universities in Europe, Japan or today’s international business environment. while you study at one of our partner China. institutions in Europe, Japan or China The course will introduce you to the key How do I choose my language? disciplines of business with later specialist ¬ Develop important new perspectives on focus on the international business the international business world ¬ You may take French, German or environment. You will also acquire Spanish from intermediate level if ¬ Cultivate a global network of contacts, proficiency in the foreign language of your you have a minimum of a H4 in that connections and job prospects choice (French, German, Spanish, Chinese language at Leaving Certificate or or Japanese). Throughout the course, you equivalent level will develop vital business skills in areas such About You ¬ You may take German, Spanish, as communication, information technology, Do you like travelling and experiencing Chinese or Japanese from ab-initio teamwork and problem solving. The diverse cultures? (introductory) level combination of your business knowledge, language proficiency and cultural Are you interested in learning about competence will make you stand out in the business in different markets and countries global workforce of today. while honing your language skills? You will spend a year studying in a country Are you excited by the prospect of studying where your chosen language is spoken. abroad? We are particularly proud of the calibre of our international exchange partners, who This degree offers you all of these benefits rank among the top academic institutions and more. in their respective countries. Year-abroad destinations include China, Japan, Spain, Additional Requirements France, Germany and Austria.

In addition to the general entry Studying abroad is an exciting and requirements for admission to the challenging experience. In addition to the University (see page 208), the following opportunity to travel, you will experience entry requirements apply: O4 or H6 in a foreign culture, make friends of many Mathematics plus H4 in a language other nationalities and open yourself up to a than English or Irish. global network of friends, colleagues, contacts and opportunities. By learning about business in a different country, you will gain valuable new perspectives on the world of business.

When you return to us in Year 4, you will build on your specialist knowledge with a suite of subjects designed to make you truly work-ready for an international environment.

36 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BUSINESS STUDIES INTERNATIONAL Contact Details Visit Us Online DCU Business School business.dcu.ie/Business-International T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Human Resource Management  International Finance  International Marketing Management  Management Consultancy

In These Areas  Marketing  Finance  E-Commerce  International Management  Human Resource What Our Graduates Say Management

The study abroad option and the chance to study a new language led me to choose Look online (website details at top of Business Studies International at DCU. My favourite aspect of the course was studying at page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. Shantou University for one year. It is very challenging to study a language at university, but the opportunities that follow graduation make the hard work and year abroad worth it!

Laura Bourke, Business Studies International 2016, Internal Auditor at Mazars 37 BSc in Aviation Management / BSc in Aviation Management with Pilot Studies We will educate you for the exciting world of aviation

Why DCU? Understanding: It offers a route to a professional Aviation Management qualification as a commercial pilot or air ¬ First university degree in Ireland to traffic controller, combined with a strong combine aviation and management Aviation is a high-tech, dynamic and background in business education. studies with the option to train in your competitive industry operating in a last year either as a commercial pilot or global arena. For those who plan to Years 1 and 2 of the course provide a as an air traffic controller or in aviation enter the world of aviation – whether as general introduction to business analysis, management a commercial pilot, air traffic controller the aviation sector and technical aspects (ATCO) or manager – a sound foundation in ¬ Designed in consultation with major of piloting. DCU is a Registered Training the business management principles of the aviation industry employers, including Facility (RTF) recognised by the Irish aviation industry is key to success. major Irish airlines Aviation Authority (IAA) to supply some of the theoretical knowledge needed to ¬ Gives a broad insight into all aspects The aviation industry spans the airlines, acquire a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL). of the structures, operations and airports and air traffic control as well as However, DCU does not itself train you as management of the aviation industry ancillary activities directly connecting the a pilot (whether private or commercial). To airline business with other sectors, such as ¬ Substantial industry placement in Year become a pilot you will need to attend a tourism or logistics, that are dependent on 3 allows you to gain valuable work pilot school outside the University. international trade. experience in the industry (INTRA) Year 3 of the course begins with a four to ¬ Choice of final-year specialisms (Pilot It is well recognised that within the aviation six-month paid work placement (INTRA) in Studies, Air Traffic Controller Studies industry there will be a significant shortage an aviation setting. The second half of Year or Aviation Management) offers you of skilled aviation professionals in the near 3 comprises of both specialist business and considerable flexibility future. In the next 20 years, airlines expect aviation modules. to add 25,000 new aircraft to the current ¬ Winner of the Overall Aviation 17,000 strong commercial fleet. These Academic Award in the Irish Aviation In Year 4, the course divides into three aircraft will require pilots and other trained Industry Awards 2014 streams. Some students will opt to pursue support staff to operate them. Increasing integrated flight training at an approved the fleet will also involve the expanion of Flight Training Organisation with a view About You services provided by staff at airports. to qualifying as a commercial pilot (Airline Do you find the world of aviation an Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL))*. A second Course Structure exciting place? Do you see yourself stream will choose to seek training as air playing a key role in the management and To date, few pilots or ATCOs have traffic controllers (for instance at the Irish development of the aviation sector? Or possessed a sound business education Aviation Authority). The final stream you do you see yourself enjoying a career as a for their industry. Nor have business will choose to follow more specialist studies commercial pilot or air traffic controller? professionals in the aviation industry had in aviation management here in DCU. Note Then this is the course for you. access to a course of study that directly that while all students who pass their third- targets those areas of business which are year DCU exams will qualify to proceed Additional Requirements of central importance to the success of this to their final years of study, if you seek a industry. piloting or ATCO career you will also need In addition to the general entry to pass a selection process to be admitted requirements for admission to the This exciting course addresses gaps to a pilot training college or ATCO training. University (see page 208), the following in the education of those entering the entry requirements apply: O4 or H6 in aviation industry. In addition to a general Mathematics. management education, the aviation management course provides you with specialist knowledge in all areas of aviation and qualifies you for careers in demanding positions in this growing industry sector.

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DCU Business School business.dcu.ie/Aviation STUDIES PILOT WITH AVIATION IN MANAGEMENT / AVIATION IN MANAGEMENT T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 E [email protected]

If you wish to qualifiy as a commerncial pilot, you should be aware that this option involves considerable costs. Pilot training is estimated to cost around €100,000.

Flight Training Organisations currently Year 3 approved by DCU include: Advanced Operational Modelling | CAO code Aviation Safety Management | Aviation DC117

¬ Atlantic Flight Training Academy (Cork) Business Management | Aircraft Leasing | Years www.atfa.ie Cargo Operations | INTRA (Aviation 4 Industry) ¬ National Flight Centre (Leixlip) Min points www.nfc.ie Year 4 463 Pilot Studies Specialism (BSc in Aviation ¬ National Flight Training Europe Places (Jerez, Spain) – www.ftejerez.com Management with Pilot Studies) 40 Flight Training Organisation (FTO) | ¬ Oxford Aviation Academy (Oxford, UK) Ground School – Theory | FTO - Frozen Internship www.oaa.com ATPL | Pilot Study Reflections Yes DCU is also open to approving other flight training schools that hold accreditation OR from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Air Traffic Controller Specialism (BSc in Aviation Management with ATCO What Will I Study? Studies) ATCO Training Organisation | On-the-job Year 1 Training | Rating Training | Controller Study Critical Thinking | Enterprise 101 | Business Reflections 101 | Accounting | Aviation Sector and Flying Theory 1 | Aviation Policy | Economics | Foundations for Aviation Aviation Studies specialism Future Careers Studies | Airport Operations | IT Skills | (BSc in Aviation Management)  Airline Pilot Mathematics Aviation Industry Project | Business  Aviation Management Strategy | Contingency Management for Year 2  Business Operations Aviation | Business and Professional Ethics | Operations Management | Airline  Electronic Commerce | Fleet Planning | Employee Relations Structures and Standards | Airline Supply Chain Management | Project  Flight Operations Economics and Finance | Applied Market Management  Logistics Research | Aviation Sector and Flying  Supply Chain Theory 2 | Sustainable Aviation | Financial Management | HR Management | Management Information Systems | Statistics |  Marketing Organisation Theory and Practice  Public Relations

What Our Graduates Say In These Areas  National Airlines The BSc in Aviation Management gave me the opportunity to study subjects relating  International Airlines to the aviation industry in general whilst allowing me to specialise in the area that I enjoyed and found most interesting. The course equipped me with skills such as team  Airline Logistics and work, problem solving and excellent communication skills and strong analytical skills due Management to work with large amounts of data and statistics. I developed a broad understanding  Aviation Leasing of the aviation industry, which made me attractive for employers recruiting within the industry. The INTRA work placement was my favourite aspect of the course. It gave me Look online (website details at top of the opportunity to meet aviation professionals from within the industry, and the industry page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. experience and skills I needed for my job today.

Katie Walsh, BSc in Aviation Management, 2015, Safety and Compliance Officer for Stobart Air (Aer Lingus Regional) 39 BA in Global Business Two business degrees, two countries, two work placements. Plus proficiency in a second language

Why DCU? Course Structure France: Neoma Business School was formed in 2013 through a merger of Rouen ¬ Experience business in a global context This degree is the only one of its type in Business School and Reims Management through studying and working in two Ireland and is a unique and exciting way to School. It is one of France’s largest and countries with international students learn business. You will spend Years 1 and 2 best-known business schools, with 8,000 from the International Partnership of in DCU (including a work placement in students across three campuses Business Schools Ireland) and Years 3 and 4 in the relevant (www.neoma-bs.com). partner institution abroad, where you ¬ Gain two qualifications, awarded by study through that country’s language and DCU and another top international Germany: European School of Business, university system. You will also go on a work business school Reutlingen, Germany is over 100 years placement while abroad. old, has more than 3,000 students in 11 ¬ Benefit from two work placements one faculties and maintains relationships with in Ireland and one abroad At the end of your four years of study, numerous institutions in other countries. It you will graduate with two qualifications, ¬ Learn about business while immersing has an excellent reputation for delivering one from DCU and one from the partner yourself in two different social, cultural rigorous programmes of education and institution. and political environments for producing highly successful graduates (www.esb-reutlingen.de). ¬ Have the option of specialising in a Business: The main emphasis is on business specific area of business in your final subjects. Over the four years, you will Spain: ICADE in Madrid is part of the year gain an understanding of the principles of faculty of business and enterprise at the business, especially international business. Universidad Pontificia Comillas. It is one of In Years 1 and 2, you will study subjects About You Spain’s oldest and most highly regarded such as accounting, finance, economics business schools (www.icade.es). Are you interested in pursuing a career in and marketing. On transferring to the business with an international dimension? partner institution in Year 3, the focus USA: Northeastern University, Boston, Are you excited by the prospect of spending on international business continues, and is one of the leading universities in the two years in a leading university abroad? in Year 4, you have the opportunity to United States. It has been ranked number Would you like the opportunity to study specialise in a variety of business areas. one among those US universities which with a diverse group of students from all offer work placements as part of their over the world? If so, this course is for you. Language and Culture: For students on programme (www.neu.edu). DC112, DC113 and DC114, the course Additional Requirements includes the study of European political, The University of San Diego is located cultural and social developments. These In addition to the general entry approximately two miles north of are combined with the study of French, requirements for admission to the downtown San Diego on the west coast German or Spanish, which will be your University (see page 208), the following of the United States. It is ranked the 53rd working language of Years 3 and 4 of entry requirements apply: O4 or H6 in Best Undergraduate Business School in the the course. Overseas students have the Mathematics plus H4 in French (DC112), United States by Bloomberg Businessweek opportunity to learn another European German (DC113) or Spanish (DC114). (www.sandiego.edu). language or Chinese in Years 1 and 2.

Understanding: Global Business Canada: Brock University, founded in 1964, Students on the USA and Canada courses, is located in Ontario, Canada. Situated at study North American history, politics and The BA in Global Business is a unique the centre of the Niagara Peninsula, it is business practice, and also have the option course, combining a broad understanding the only university in Canada in a UNESCO to study a second language. of international business with intercultural Biosphere Reserve, (www.brocku.ca). experience and work placements. As such, you will gain the necessary knowledge and We offer the course in cooperation with skills to work in the challenging and diverse our partners from the International world of international business. Partnership of Business Schools.

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BA in Global Business (France) CAO Code DC112 Years 4 Min points 495 Places 15

BA in Global Business (Germany) You will graduate with two qualifications What Will I Study? CAO Code DC113 - the BA in Global Business from DCU and Years 4 Year 1 Min points 440 one of the following: Economics | Accounting | International Places 15 Business | Business Mathematics | Finance | ¬ The DESEM (Diplome d’Études BA in Global Business IT | Business 101 | Critical Thinking | (Spain) Supérieures Européenes de Enterprise 101 | Marketing | Language CAO Code DC114 Management) from Neoma Business Years 4 and Culture of Chosen Country (France/ School (France) Min points 501 Germany/Spain/USA/Canada) Places 10 ¬ The BSc in International Management BA in Global Business from the European School of Business, Year 2 (USA) Reutlingen (Germany) Psychology in Organisations | Economic CAO Code DC116 Policy | Finance | IT Skills | Marketing Years 4 ¬ The Graduado Superior en Ciencias Min points 578 Research | Statistics | INTRA (work Empresariales Internacionales from the Places 13 placement) | Language and Culture of Universidad Pontificia Comillas (Spain) Chosen Country (France/Germany/Spain/ BA in Global Business (Canada) ¬ The BSc in International Business from USA/Canada)* CAO Code DC119 Northeastern University (USA) Years 4 * Please note that due to ongoing Min points 566 ¬ Bachelor of Business Administration Places 5 curriculum reform, this offering is subject from University of San Diego (USA) to change. Internship ¬ The Bachelor of Business Administration Yes (BBA) from Brock University (Canada) Year 3 and Year 4 You will spend Years 3 and 4 in France, Germany, Spain, USA or Canada. While Future Careers there, you will have the opportunity to specialise in a variety of business areas and  International Marketing undertake a second work placement. You  Banking will have the option to return to DCU for  Finance Year 4. If you choose this option, only one  European Law qualification – the DCU degree – will be awarded.  European Regulation  European Affairs  International Affairs

What Our Graduates Say In These Areas  Marketing Students on the Global Business course have the opportunity to live, study and work in two different countries. This provides an unrivalled experience to grow academically,  Finance professionally and personally. The USA stream has exceeded all of my expectations and I  Commerce would encourage any future students to avail of this life-changing experience. Truly world  International class! Management  Human Resource Maria Campbell, Global Business (USA) 2015, Supplier Chain Coordinator at Kerry Group Management

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41 BA in Accounting and Finance Develop an interest in business and solving problems

Why DCU? Understanding: If you wish, you may choose to study one Accounting and Finance of three European languages (French or ¬ Generous exemptions from German or Spanish) as part of the course. examinations of professional accounting The BA in Accounting and Finance at DCU You can study a language throughout your bodies is Ireland’s premier degree for those wishing degree or in Year 1 only, depending on your to pursue careers as accountants and ¬ Continued high level of recruitment by preference. financial services professionals. This is an all the leading accounting firms extremely popular course, which was the Exemptions ¬ Options to specialise in a range of areas, first of its kind in Ireland and continues to including accounting, finance and be highly regarded by the accounting and Graduates are granted generous management, or go on to a one-year financial services professions. exemptions from the examinations of Masters professional accountancy bodies. Current Course Structure exemptions include: ¬ Student-friendly, congenial environment with excellent, supportive and friendly The course develops top-quality graduates 1 Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI): lecturers who can think critically and creatively, 2.2 Honours graduates – gain full and who have technical expertise and ¬ Sponsored prizes from KPMG, exemption from the CAP1 well-developed decision-making and PricewaterhouseCoopers, Grant problem-solving skills. The goal of the 2 Association of Chartered Certified Thornton, Mazars, Kavanaghfennel and course is to give you in-depth knowledge Accountants (ACCA): Exemption CIMA - awarded to top students (see of the theoretical and practical aspects from F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F7, F8, F9 at www.dcu.ie/DC115 for more details) of accounting and finance, as well as an fundamental level understanding of the business, legal, 3 Chartered Institute of Management About You taxation and IT context of this work. These Accountants (CIMA): Exemption from skills will help you to succeed in accounting, Accounting is for logical thinkers. If you like C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, P1, P2, F1 finance, taxation or related careers. problem solving and are interested in how 4 Institute of Certified Public businesses and organisations operate in The degree is structured around three main Accountants in Ireland (ICPAI): adding value to their activities, then this is areas: Formation Levels - full exemption; the course for you. If you have not studied Professional Level 1 - expemption from accounting previously, don’t worry. Prior ¬ Accounting: financial and management Auditing and Corporate Reporting knowledge of accounting is not a specific accounting are studied from Irish and course entry requirement and introductory 5 Irish Taxation Institute (ITI): Exemption international perspectives. Taxation, classes will be provided to give you the from three out of four papers of Part 1 auditing and professional ethics basics you will need. modules are also offered Note: All exemptions awarded are subject If you are looking for an exciting and ¬ Finance: a thorough foundation in the to annual review and revision by the various dynamic career where you can work in any principles of economics, corporate professional bodies, and depend on your business sector anywhere in the world, the finance and topics such as investments achieving clear passes on completion of BA in Accounting and Finance is for you. is provided specific modules. ¬ Business: a rounded understanding of Additional Requirements the principles of business is developed In addition to the general entry through the study of subjects requirements for admission to the such as commercial and company University (see page 208), the following law, psychology, marketing, HR, entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 management, communications, IT, or H6 in Mathematics. business strategy and new enterprise development

42 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING IN BA Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course is recognised by the Teaching Council DCU Business School business.dcu.ie/Accounting-and-Finance for teaching Accounting and Business Studies (see T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 page 234 for further details). E [email protected]

Future Careers  Professional Accountant  Accounting  Financial Management  Further Study - Teaching

What Our Graduates Say In These Areas  Professional Accountancy The BA in Accounting and Finance is taught by academics and professionals, each with a different background, which makes each module unique, interesting and insightful. Practices The structure of the course and the modules have enabled me to build and develop life  Industry skills, such as team work, problem-solving and critical thinking, which I can now apply in  Commerce the workplace.  Financial Services  Public Service With the opportunity to study a wide range of subjects including accounting, finance,  business and law, Accounting and Finance does not limit you to one career path, but Education instead can lead to many opportunities. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Áine McParland, BA in Accounting and Finance careers in your chosen field.

43 BSc in Marketing, Innovation and Technology Understand the technology behind products and services

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Marketing, Innovation and Technology ¬ Unique degree in Ireland, meeting The course is run by DCU Business School, industry demand for high-tech This exciting interdisciplinary degree course together with the Faculties of Engineering marketers will provide you with a solid foundation in and Computing, Science and Health, and marketing, while combining this with the Humanities and Social Sciences. It is the ¬ Year-long work placement (INTRA) constantly evolving world of technology. only course of its kind in Ireland, offering ¬ Strong focus on creativity, innovation The high-technology sector is a dynamic, a solid foundation in marketing while and high-tech entrepreneurship across fast-changing and highly competitive incorporating cutting-edge technology multiple disciplines environment. Similarly, marketing is fast and design to meet the growing demand becoming one of the most technology- for expertise in all these areas. ¬ International summer school dependent functions in business today. opportunity Organisations require skilled marketers, You will be introduced to a range of ¬ CEO-led seminars enable you to learn who are quick to adapt to technological technologies, from information and from senior industry professionals changes and can bring new innovations and communication technology to emerging life technologies to the marketplace. sciences and biotechnology. You will also study creativity, discovery and innovation. About You You will explore the new technological By the end of Year 4, you will have gained: This course will suit you if you have an challenges that organisations face, such as: interest in marketing, are a creative thinker ¬ An in-depth understanding of marketing and have a genuine curiosity about the ¬ Information and communications techniques technologies that are changing our world. technologies (mobile devices, big data, ¬ A core grounding in science and social media marketing, marketing technology Additional Requirements automation) ¬ Knowledge of web design, In addition to the general entry ¬ Biotechnologies (advances in communications and industrial design requirements for admission to the pharmaceuticals, biofuels and fine University (see page 208), the following chemicals) ¬ An entrepreneurial outlook entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 ¬ Physical sciences (laser, x-rays, ¬ An understanding of the processes or H6 in Mathematics. nanotechnology) involved in new product development

In the new business environment, marketing You will learn through lectures, case studies needs to be integrated within all functions and research projects, and from the vast of the organisation. By developing an knowledge of visiting practitioners. In some entrepreneurial outlook (a hallmark of this projects, you will work in multidisciplinary degree), you will learn to anticipate and teams alongside engineers, scientists and respond to consumer needs, and to develop biotechnology students, reflecting real-life and market these technologies in a way scenarios. that makes sense in today’s marketplace. Your one-year paid work placement (INTRA) in Year 3, gives you a unique and valuable opportunity to appreciate the relevance of your study to the real business world. Our experience has been that students who have been on INTRA have a significant competitive edge when seeking employment after graduation.

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Graduates of this course are eligible for DCU Business School business.dcu.ie/Marketing-Innovation- IN MARKETING, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY membership of the Irish Computer Society, the T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 Technology national representative body for IT professionals. E [email protected] You will also be eligible for the graduateship examination of the Marketing Institute of Ireland, the professional body for marketing professionals in Ireland.

What Will I Study? OR CAO code DC240 Year 1 Study Abroad Year Critical Thinking | Enterprise 101 | Business Years (For those opting for a four-year degree) 101 | Economics | IT Skills | Market 4 One year abroad at one of DCU Business Feasibility Research | Marketing of High School’s top partner universities in Europe. Min points Tech Products and Innovations | Modern Technology 451 Optional Module Places International Summer School Module Year 2 run by the International Office (you can 50 Accounting | Biotechnology | Digital register for a pre-approved Summer Internship Marketing | Distribution Management | School and may be eligible to receive Innovation Studies | International Yes exemptions for ten credits of options in Marketing | New Product Development | your final year) | Uaneen Module (Extra- Data Analytics for Marketing Curricular Activities) Applications | Computer and Communication System Technologies | Year 4 Managing Customer Relations Business Strategy | Digital World | High Technology Entrepreneurship | Information Year 3 Technology | Marketing Communications | INTRA (12-month paid work placement) Marketing Management and Planning | New Technology Foresights | Project Management | Operational Modelling Future Careers  Brand Account Manager  Brand Ambassador  Digital Account Executive  Direct Marketing Executive  Sales Manager  Technology Consultant What Our Graduates Say  Agency Strategist

BSc in Marketing, Innovation and Technology (MINT) exceeded my expectations in every way possible. It gave me and my classmates the necessary grounding in all core business In These Areas subjects while also covering developments in innovation from a scientific perspective.  Technology However, it was the key modules around technology and the focus on a creative and  Healthcare hands-on learning experience that really made MINT stand out for me. After my four  Pharmaceuticals years, I not only have the knowledge and DCU Business School accolades I need to start my career as a successful marketing professional, but an amazing year of work experience  Biotechnology under my belt, confidence beyond belief compared to my first-year self and some truly  Software and IT genuine, lifelong friends. I can't recommend MINT enough to prospective students looking  Telecoms for a one-of-a-kind course.  High-Tech Manufacture Firms Daniel Mulvihill, BSc in Marketing Innovation and Technology (MINT)

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45 Business School Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC111 Bachelor of Business Studies 3 or 4 years 463 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2102 Business Studies / 5M2468 Business Studies – Administration / 5M2111 International Trade / 5M2069 Marketing Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules. If you do not meet the minimum requirements in Leaving Cert mathematics as above, one of the five distinctions must be in modules 5N2066 Statistics or 5N1833 Mathematics. Transfer Applications Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies with Distinction may be considered for admission into Year 2. Holders of a Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma in Business Studies with Merit or Distinction may also be considered for admission into Year 2. No additional exemptions will be awarded from Year 2. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC110 Business Studies International 4 years 440 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics and H4 in a language other than English or Irish GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level C in a language other than English or Irish other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies with Merit or Distinction who can demonstrate competence in French, German, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese commensurate with one year's full-time post - Leaving Certificate study may be considered for admission into Year 2.

46 BUSINESS SCHOOL COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration points DC117 BSc in Aviation Management/BSc in Aviation Management with Pilot Studies 4 years 463 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2102 Business Studies / 5M2468 Business Studies – Administration / 5M2111 International Trade / 5M2069 Marketing / 5M5011 Tourism with Business Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules. If you do not meet the minimum requirements in Leaving Cert Mathematics as above, one of the five distinctions must be in modules 5N2066 Statistics or 5N1833 Mathematics. Transfer Applications While transfer applications are welcomed from holders of qualifications in Business Studies or related subjects for admission to Year 1 of this course, there is no advanced entry path into Year 2. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC112 BA in Global Business (France) 4 years 495 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of H4 in French GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level C French other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies with Merit or Distinction, who can demonstrate competence in French commensurate with one year full-time post-Leaving Certificate study, may be considered for admission into Year 2.

cao code course title duration points DC113 BA in Global Business (Germany) 4 years 440 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of H4 in German GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level C German other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies with Merit or Distinction, who can demonstrate competence in German commensurate with one year's full-time post-Leaving Certificate study, may be considered for admission into Year 2.

47 Business School Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC114 BA in Global Business (Spain) 4 years 501 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of H4 in Spanish GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level C Spanish other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies with Merit or Distinction, who can demonstrate competence in Spanish commensurate with one year's full-time post-Leaving Certificate study, may be considered for admission into Year 2.

cao code course title duration points DC116 BA in Global Business (USA) 4 years 578 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications No entry path.

cao code course title duration points DC119 BA in Global Business (Canada) 4 years 566 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications No entry path.

48 BUSINESS SCHOOL COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration points DC115 BA in Accounting and Finance 3 years 487 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2102 Business Studies / 5M2468 Business Studies – Administration Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules, including four from the following modules: 5N1348 Accounting – Manual and Computerised / 5N1610 Business Administration / B20027 Marketing Practice / 5N2066 Statistics or 5N1833 Mathematics / 5N2091 Business Law or 5N1394 Legal Studies / 5N1350 Applied Economics If you do not meet the minimum requirements in Leaving Cert Mathematics as above, one of the five distinctions must be in modules 5N2066 Statistics or 5N1833 Mathematics. Transfer Applications Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies/Accounting with Merit or Distinction may be considered for admission into Year 2. Holders of a Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma in Business Studies/Accounting with Merit or Distinction may also be considered for admission into Year 2. No additional exemptions will be awarded from Year 2. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC240 BSc in Marketing, Innovation and Technology 4 years 451 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2102 Business Studies / 5M2468 Business Studies – Administration / 5M2111 International Trade / 5M2069 Marketing Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules. If you do not meet the minimum requirements in Leaving Cert Mathematics as above, one of the five distinctions must be in modules 5N2066 Statistics or 5N1833 Mathematics. Transfer Applications While transfer applications are welcomed from holders of qualifications in Business Studies, Marketing or related subjects for admission to Year 1 of this course, there is no advanced entry path into Year 2. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

49 52 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics

54 Actuarial Mathematics

56 Common Entry into Science

58 Analytical Science

60 Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

62 Environmental Science and Technology

64 Physics General Entry

66 Genetics and Cell Biology

70 Biotechnology

72 Sport Science and Health

74 Athletic Therapy and Training

76 Physical Education with Biology

78 Physical Education with Mathematics

80 Science Education

82 Psychology

84 Health and Society

86 Nursing (General, Mental Health, Intellectual Disability, Children’s and General Integrated)

88 Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing

90 Certificate in Homeless Prevention and Intervention

92 Certificate in Peer Support Working in Mental Health (part-time)

18050 The Faculty of Science and Health is FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH an internationally recognised centre of excellence in scientific innovation and health transformation. We are committed to delivering an education that will equip students with a skill set appropriate to a successful and rewarding career that is of global significance and has direct social, environmental and economic benefit.

51181 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics Applying mathematics in the real world

Why DCU? They are: In light of this, we offer the following advice: ¬ BSc in Actuarial Mathematics ¬ Choose between two qualifications ¬ If you are certain that you want to ¬ BSc in Financial Mathematics ¬ At the end of Year 2, you decide between pursue an actuarial career, apply for the Actuarial Mathematics and Financial DC126 BSc in Actuarial Mathematics Mathematics Entry to Actuarial Mathematics is on ¬ If you wish to keep your options open a competitive basis, and is subject to ¬ BSc in Actuarial Mathematics may offer with the actuarial/financial range, apply performance in Years 1 and 2 and to exemptions from the Core Principles for DC127 Common Entry availability of places. The BSc in Actuarial examinations of the Institute and Mathematics also has a direct entry route. ¬ If you wish to maximise your chances Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) UK - CS1, If you wish to directly enter the Actuarial of accessing an actuarial or financial CS2, CM1, CM2, CB1 and CB2 Mathematics course, you should apply to course, you should apply for both DC127 the BSc in Actuarial Mathematics Common Entry and DC126 BSc in About You (www.dcu.ie/DC126). Actuarial Mathematics in the order that reflects your priorities You have an interest in and aptitude for Access to Financial Mathematics is high-level mathematics and enjoy the exclusively through the Common Entry challenge of problem solving. If you want You will have the opportunity to undertake route. flexibility in deciding on your eventual a placement (INTRA) in the actuarial or career path, choose Common Entry. It gives financial industry. Our INTRA offers you A report on the future of the international you the choice of two BSc degree courses: paid, relevant work experience. It gives financial services sector in Ireland Actuarial Mathematics and Financial you a wonderful opportunity to experience by Deloitte concludes that, "It is Mathematics. a real work environment, make more imperative that Ireland builds its pool of informed decisions about your career mathematically literate skill sets as they Additional Requirements choice and make useful contacts with will be a key enabler to a successful, high- prospective employers. In addition to the general entry value financial centre". These BSc courses requirements for admission to the address this imperative. If you select the BSc in Financial University (see page 208), the following Mathematics, you will study how random entry requirement apply: minimum of H3 in Course Structure processes can develop over time, and apply Mathematics. Both of the courses emerging from these mathematical methods to examine Common Entry last for four years in total. how financial phenomena can evolve. You Understanding: Actuarial and Financial At the end of Year 2, you choose which will also learn how to employ sophisticated Mathematics course to follow. The structure allows you statistical techniques to investigate large DC127 is a common entry route to two to make an informed decision about which quantities of financial data and develop BSc courses in the areas of actuarial and stream to specialise in after studying cutting-edge and data-driven models financial mathematics. The advantage fundamental courses such as analysis, of the stock market. You will study high- of Common Entry into two courses is that algebra and probability, together with level modern probability, and apply it to after two years of study, you will be better computing and statistics. The number of designing and pricing complex financial placed to know which of the options you will students in Year 3 of each course is limited products such as derivatives and swaps. most enjoy. and entry to a specific stream will be on You will also learn how to make the large merit, based on performance in Years 1 scale computer simulations needed to price and 2. exotic financial securities.

52 ONLY YEARS TWO FIRST COMMON ENTRY INTO ACTUARIAL AND FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Graduates of Actuarial and Financial Professor John Appleby www.dcu.ie/DC127 Mathematics are well placed to undertake a School of Mathematical Sciences postgraduate qualification in teaching, and T +353 (0) 1 700 8232 have completed at least 50 of the 60 credits E [email protected] of mathematics required for Teaching Council recognition.

CAO code DC127

Years 2

Min points 509

Internship N/A

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53 BSc in Actuarial Mathematics Managing financial risk – turn risk management into a career

Why DCU? Understanding: Actuarial Mathematics Additional Information

¬ Fully accredited by the Institute and How long will people live and how much The BSc in Actuarial Mathematics is fully Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) UK should they insure their lives for? Can we accredited by the Institute and Faculty understand and predict the movement of Actuaries (IFoA). These are the initial ¬ Paid work experience provides practical of stock prices? What is the rate of return examinations required in order to qualify actuarial experience and enables you to on capital on an investment venture – and as an actuary in Ireland and the UK. make informed career decisions should that project be funded? These are Exemptions depend on examination ¬ Specialise in the latest in applications of some of the questions we will help you to performance during the degree and mathematics to finance answer at DCU. achieving all exemptions can significantly reduce the time taken to qualify as an ¬ Industry sponsored prize awarded each The BSc in Actuarial Mathematics prepares actuary. year to the graduate with the best you to pursue a career as an actuary or, academic performance more generally, for a career in finance. Graduates of this course are well placed to ¬ BSc in Actuarial Mathematics may offer Actuaries are involved in quantifying and undertake further studies and research in exemptions from the Core Principles managing risk and work in areas as diverse actuarial science, mathematics, financial examinations of the Institute and as banking, insurance and healthcare. As mathematics, economics and finance. The Faculty of Actuaries, (IFoA) UK - CS1, financial markets become increasingly course provides a strong foundation for CS2, CM1, CM2, CB1 and CB2 complex, there is a growing need for those who wish to pursue a postgraduate professionals who combine mathematical qualification in teaching and covers over and financial expertise. 90% of the mathematics required for About You Teaching Council recognition (see page 234 If you excel in mathematics and problem Course Structure for further details). solving, and want to apply your talents to In Years 1 and 2 of your degree you will a career in the actuarial profession or in cover the fundamental mathematical finance, then come and join the course. principles that underpin the financial models studied in later years. You also Additional Requirements study practical and finance-related In addition to the general entry subjects such as computer programming, requirements for admission to the economics and accounting. In Years 3 and University (see pages 208), the following 4 you apply sophisticated mathematical entry requirement apply: minimum of H3 in techniques to real-world problems in Mathematics. insurance, finance and banking.

In Year 3, you will have the opportunity to undertake paid work placement (INTRA) in the actuarial or financial industry. The placements are, typically, with major insurance companies, actuarial consultancies, investment banks or trading houses. This is a key opportunity for you to gain practical skills and experience in a commercial environment and will help you make an informed career choice upon graduation.

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Graduates of Actuarial Mathematics are well Dr Mary Hall www.dcu.ie/DC126 IN ACTUARIAL MATHEMATICS placed to undertake a postgraduate qualification School of Mathematical Sciences in teaching, and have completed at least 50 of the T +353 (0) 1 700 7012 60 credits of mathematics required for Teaching E [email protected] Council recognition.

CAO code DC126

Years 4

Min points 520

Internship Yes

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55 Common Entry into Science Choose the scientific subject area you most enjoy

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ Opportunity to study all the major In addition to the general entry The course covers an introduction sciences at first-year level requirements for admission to the to biology, chemistry, physics and University (see page 208), the following mathematics. Students who successfully ¬ Option to pursue one of eight highly- entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 complete the first year will be offered regarded degree courses at the end of or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 a place in Year 2 of one of the following Year 1 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, degree courses: ¬ A strong emphasis on laboratory Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science teaching, giving you the skills to become or Computer Science. ¬ Analytical Science a successful lab scientist ¬ Applied Physics Understanding: ¬ Innovative, student-centred approach Common Entry into Science ¬ Biotechnology enabling you to achieve your full potential The sciences are helping to drive the ¬ Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences development of the Irish economy and ¬ Strong innovation and enterprise ¬ Environmental Science and Technology will continue to do so into the future. culture - make your impact on the Accordingly, job prospects for science ¬ Genetics and Cell Biology world as a future entrepreneur graduates are varied and growing ¬ Physics with Astronomy further. Furthermore, biology, chemistry About You and physics are fascinating subjects ¬ Physics with Biomedial Sciences and especially rewarding if you like to If you like science, have an analytical mind experience the thrill of discovery or simply and are competent in mathematics, but enjoy figuring things out. The Common are unsure about which area of the sciences Entry route allows you to sample the three you wish to pursue, then Common Entry is a main sciences in Year 1, so you can decide good choice. which you enjoy most before choosing the subject area you want to pursue. (The number of places on some courses is limited and are therefore allocated on the basis of first-year performance.)

DCU's laboratory-based teaching gives you lab skills you will be able to use in a range of settings, including industry, government, non-governmental organisations and academia. Our emphasis on innovation and enterprise can help your ideas make a difference to society.

56 ONLY YEAR FIRST COMMON ENTRY INTO SCIENCE Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online You will have the option to purse one of 8 degree Dr Pat O Malley www.dcu.ie/DC201 courses at the end of Year 1. School of Chemical Sciences T +353 (0) 1 700 5312 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? CAO code

For Years 2, 3 and 4, you will take the modules of your chosen degree course.

Future Careers  Research  Development  Further Study - Teaching  Communications  Environmental Monitoring  Waste Management and Treatment  Engineering  Regulatory Affairs  Health and Safety

In These Areas  Biotechnology  Pharmaceutical  Biopharmaceutical  Food and Beverage  Healthcare  Space Exploration  Telecommunications  Education

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57 BSc in Analytical Science Analysis, detection and measurement – solve problems of critical importance

Why DCU? Understanding: Analytical Science Your period of paid work placement (INTRA) before your final year ensures that ¬ National award-winning undergraduate Analytical Science is the term given to the you gain valuable work experience in a real- teaching labs under the Irish Laboratory science of detection and measurement. It life setting, putting the many things you Awards (ILA) programme is of fundamental importance in today’s have learned on the course to the test. information society. We see, use and ¬ Large practical and IT content benefit from it every day – from tests Year 4 covers more specialised methods ¬ Highly qualified and accessible staff to to check the purity of medicines to the and applications of analytical science, guide your progress daily monitoring of industrial waste or which, when integrated with the basic to analysis in the forensic laboratory. ¬ Paid work placement (INTRA) analytical techniques you have already Through analytical science, we solve learned, offer you the opportunity to ¬ Access to modern, industry-standard, problems of critical importance. The develop your own analytical approach analytical equipment BSc in Analytical Science employs an to solving complex problems. Chemistry interdisciplinary approach, educating you ¬ Project options in chemistry, biology and and biology specialist options are in both theoretical and practical aspects of environmental science maintained, ensuring that you still gain the chemical, biochemical and microbiological multidisciplinary education that modern ¬ The first Analytical Science (chemistry analyses. The ever-increasing demand for employers demand. The final part of your option) degree course in Ireland to be more detailed and accurate data from course is a full-time project taken in the last awarded ten Eurobachelor label within these disciplines means your services semester. as a trained analytical scientist will be in constant demand. About You

If you have an interest in science, have an Our Analytical Science (chemistry option) analytical and problem-solving approach degree course was the first of its kind in to life, and are looking for a bright and Ireland to be awarded the Eurobachelor productive career, then Analytical Science label. For details, please visit is the degree for you. www.chemistry-euorlabels.gandi.ws

Additional Requirements Course Structure

In addition to the general entry Year 1 provides the essential background requirements for admission to the knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, University (see page 208), the following physics and biology. These are of vital entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 importance in later years. Thought- or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 provoking laboratory work is an integral or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, part of the course. Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science or Computer Science. The major emphasis in Years 2 and 3 is on analytical science, with chemical and biological aspects being developed in parallel. In Year 3, you can choose between a chemistry stream or a biology stream, so you can specialise in the area that suits you best. Both streams cover major, modern, state-of-the-art analytical techniques, and you’ll enjoy plenty of hands-on experience in our exceptionally well-equipped facilities.

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This couse meets the requirements as set out by Professor Apryll Stalcup www.dcu.ie/DC161 IN ANALYTICAL SCIENCE the Teaching Council (2017) (see pages 234 for School of Chemical Sciences further details). T 353 (0) 1 700 6816 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Chemistry Pathway CAO code Organometallics and Polymer Chemistry DC161 Year 1 Chemistry, Physics and Biology Biology Pathway Years Laboratories | Mathematics | Chemistry | Cell Culture and Tissue Biochemistry 4 Biology | Interdisciplinary Science | Physics Min points Year 4 Year 2 446 Advanced Spectroscopy | Genetic Biomolecules and Metabolism | and Pharmaceutical Analysis | Internship Microbiology and Genetics | Spectroscopy Advanced Spectroscopic Workshop | Yes and Physical Chemistry | Kinetics and Biopharmaceutical and Immunological Thermodynamics | Organic and Inorganic Analysis Chemistry | Visualisation and Validation | Mathematics | Inorganic, Organic Year 4 Options and Physical Chemistry Laboratories | Chemistry Pathway Spectroscopic Workshop | Biochemistry Interfacial and Supra-molecular and Microbiology Laboratories Chemistry | Analytical Applications | Environmental Analysis | Literature Survey | Year 3 Project Environmental Monitoring and Forensic Biology | Biochemical and Microbiological Year 4 Options Analysis | Bio-analytical Laboratories | Biology Pathway Separation Techniques | Analytical Gene Cloning and Gene Expression | Spectroscopy | Regulation and Data Industrial Bioprocessing | Bio-analytical Future Careers Analysis | Analysis of Organic and Inorganic Laboratories | Literature Survey | Project Species | INTRA  Chemical and Forensic Analysis  Process Development  Product Validation  Quality Control  Research and What Our Current Students Say Development  Further Study - Teaching I’m going into my final year of Analytical Science here in DCU. To say that I love this course is an understatement. I really enjoyed Biology and Chemistry in school. The great thing about this course is that you get the opportunity to study In These Areas Chemistry and Biology to a really high level. You complete lab practicals in each of the  Biopharmaceuticals three sciences, which further support what you learn in lectures.  Agrichemicals In Year 3, you get the opportunity to do INTRA work placement. I completed my INTRA  Public Health placement in Forensic Science Ireland, which is located in the Garda Headquarters in  Cosmetic Laboratories the Phoenix Park. The experience that I gained there was invaluable and by completing  Marketing INTRA, I got to see what working in an industry is really like.  Sales  Jennifer O’Connell, BSc in Analytical Science Education

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59 BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Applying the fundamentals of chemistry to develop pharmaceutically relevant molecules and materials

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ Award-winning teachical team (RSC In addition to the general entry Year 1 provides the essential background 2019 Higher Education Technical requirements for admission to the knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, Excellence Award) University (see page 208), the following physics and biology. These are of vital entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 importance in later years. Working in ¬ National award-winning undergraduate or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 the laboratory plays a vital role in your teaching labs under the Irish Laboratory or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, learning. Through weekly laboratory Awards (ILA) programme Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science sessions you will get the most practical ¬ High practical content (intensive or Computer Science. experience possible. Year 1 of this course is laboratory modules) and IT courses common with other DCU science courses. Understanding: ¬ Specialist workshops in Spectroscopy Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences In Year 2, the mainstream chemistry and Drug Design lectures and laboratories are Considered by most scientists to be the ¬ Strong innovative research profile and developed with relevant topics in central science among the science subjects, opportunities for further study at MSc physics, mathematics, computing and chemistry has a wide range of industrial and PhD level biochemistry. applications that affect our daily lives. ¬ The first Chemical and Pharmaceutical Chemists develop new materials, drugs and An integral part of Year 3 is INTRA, which Sciences degree course in Ireland to be pharmaceuticals and they design cleaner ensures you gain first-hand experience awarded the Eurobachelor label and more efficient reaction processes to in the applications of chemistry during a produce them. On this degree course, you period of industrial placement. The final will have the opportunity to develop your About You year of the course concentrates on your understanding and skills in chemistry within knowledge and development of more If you are creative, focused, hard-working both a theoretical and applied context. advanced topics. A major element in and keen to develop your understanding this final year is your individual research and skills in chemical and pharmaceutical The emphasis is on applications and project, which consists of a literature sciences, then this course is for you. industrial relevance, particularly within survey on a particular topic, followed by the pharmaceutical industry, with the laboratory-based research work in your theoretical and practical aspects taught general area of interest. through application. This will lead to a familiarity with the basic principles of chemistry, ensuring you develop an impressive range of problem-solving skills.

You will work in modern chemistry laboratories and industry standard equirement. The course can lead you to further study at MSc and PhD level.

Our BSc Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences degree course was the first in Ireland to be awarded the Eurobachelor labe. For details, please visit www.chemistry-eurolabels.gandi.ws

60 BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS BSc Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online

This course meets the requirements as set out Dr Emma Coyle www.dcu.ie/DC162 IN AND CHEMICAL PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES by the Teaching Council (2017) (see page 234 for School of Chemical Sciences further details). T +353 (0) 1 700 7860 E [email protected]

Year 4 Options Advanced Medicinal Chemistry | Interfacial and Supra-molecular Chemistry

Future Careers  Synthetic Chemist  Drug Formulation  Product Development  Quality Control  Quality Assurance  Product Specialist  Research What Our Graduates Say  Further Study - Teaching

Passionate lectures, a broad scope of interesting material and a well-structured In These Areas progression, coupled with a six-month industrial work placement and three month research project meant an exceedingly enjoyable and rewarding college experience. The  Biopharmaceutical degree course and the industrial and academic recognition of the School of Chemical  Food and Beverage Sciences has given me full confidence in my ability to pursue a career of my choosing, be it  Human and Animal of an academic or industrial nature. Medicine Alex Gibney, BSc Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences.  Cosmetics  Education  Brewing  Pharmaceutical

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61 BSc in Environmental Science and Technology Gain the skills to apply science for the good of our environment

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Environmental Science and Technology ¬ The only environmental science and One of the core objectives of this course is technology course of its kind in Ireland Climate change, species extinction, to integrate elements of physics, chemistry pollution, managing waste and recycling and biotechnology in a multidisciplinary ¬ Be involved in environmentally relevant are huge challenges that we face and are way, ensuring that you understand all research projects now at the forefront of public discourse and the sciences from an environmental ¬ Multiple dedicated field trips and debate. perspective. This will give you a greater educational projects working knowledge of the influences on the These are complex phenomena that we environment and, as a result, will present ¬ Relevant paid work experience in must understand fully before we can you with greater job opportunities when industry, acedemia and NGO's (INTRA) address them. Environmental scientists you graduate. ¬ Environmental science and technology are needed to provide technical solutions are growth areas, offering excellent and advanced innovations through the Year 1 provides the essential background career prospects application of chemistry, physics and knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, biology. physics and biology that are the basis for a career in environmental science. The first About You This degree explores the environment, field trip occures in semester 2. If you are interested in our environment, the technologies used for its analysis, and are looking for a career exploring and and how it is impacted by our activities In Year 2, you will continue to build on the understanding the impact of changes from a scientific perspective. You will four areas of study in year 1 as well as to it, then Environmental Science and consider and probe the problems we face develop IT and computing skills. Technology can provide you with the skills and investigate means for reducing our and experience you need. negative impact on the environment. In Year 3, climate change science is introduced, and the study of climate is Additional Requirements encouraged through field work. You will continue to develop in environmental In addition to the general entry aspects of biotechnology, chemistry and requirements for admission to the physics and you will gain experience on a University (see page 208), the following paid work placement (INTRA). entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 In Year 4 you will carry out a semester- or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, long research project, with topics offered Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural from across the entire Science and Health Science. Faculty.

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Dr Paul Swift www.dcu.ie/DC166 IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY School of Physical Sciences T +353 (0) 1 700 7627 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Environmental Advocacy  Research  Environmental Protection  Environmental Analysis and Monitoring

In These Areas  Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO)  Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)  Consultancy  Local Authorities  Clean Technologies  Waste Management Industry  Green Economy  Marine Industry

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63 Physics General Entry Apply the science of physics to unravel the mysteries of the universe

Why DCU? Understanding: Physics General Entry Course Structure

¬ Study a wide range of physics topics in Physics is the most fundamental science. Physics General Entry provides you with the Year 1 It explains the mysteries of the universe opportunity in Year 1 to gain a solid physics and has fueled many of the scientific and foundation and invaluable laboratory ¬ Pursue one of three regarded Physics technological developments that we take exposure, before choosing the degree degree programmes from Year 2 for granted. Physicists also pioneered specialism you want to pursue. onwards modern technologies as diverse as the ¬ Highly qualified and internationally Internet, nuclear power and MRI scanners. Year 1 focuses on classical and modern recognised staff who are enthusiastic Today physicists continue to generate physics, combined with mathematics and and accessible new knowledge about our world and computing with an emphasis on practical lead innovation in yet-to-be exploited laboratory and IT skills, which are valuable ¬ Classes exclusive to physics students realms such as quantum information and skills for your future. means more personal attention communications technology, nano-systems ¬ Emphasis on employability and real-life design, ultrafast molecular switching and skills to suit a rapidly changing work terahertz medical imaging. environment Upon successful completion of Physics General Entry, you will enter into Year 2 of About You one of the following three degree courses: If you are interested in how the world works and how science seeks to answer the big BSc in Applied Physics questions, if you have a logical mind and ¬ Applied Physics emphasises the real- competency in mathematics then Physics world applications of the subject as well General Entry may be the course for you. as providing a foundation in the basics of physics Additional Requirements www.dcu.ie/courses/undergraduate/ physics/applied-physics In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 208), the following BSc in Physics with Astronomy entry requirements apply: minimum of ¬ This course is designed to appeal to O3 or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum everyone with an interest in physics, of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, astronomy, astrophysics, space science Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Applied and technology Mathematics or Computer Science. www.dcu.ie/courses/undergraduate/ physics/physics-astronomy

BSc in Physics with Biomedical Sciences ¬ If you intend to pursue a career in physics and technology related to medical research, clinical services or biomedical industries then this course is designed for you www.dcu.ie/courses/undergraduate/ physics/physics-biomedical-sciences

64 ONLY ONE YEAR ENTRYPHYSICS GENERAL Contact Details Visit Us Online Dr Paul van Kampen www.dcu.ie/DC175 School of Physical Sciences T +353 (0) 1 700 5023 E [email protected]

For Years 2, 3 and 4, you will take the modules of your chosen degree course.

Future Careers  Meteorology  Design Management  Data Analyst  Information Technology  Hospital Physicist

In These Areas  Astronomy and Astrophysics  Aeronautics  Financial Services What Our Graduates Say  Manufacturing  Engineering Studying physics in DCU was a fantastic stepping stone into an exciting future. The course  Research and exposed me to concepts, new and classical, that both challenged and stimulated me, and Development the kind guidance of the staff gave me the opportunity to develop skills which are now  Education proving invaluable to me in my career as a Catastrophic Risk Analyst.  Image Processing  Entrepreneurialism Sean McCabe, Applied Physics Graduate  Biomedical  Clinical and Diagnostic Everything that I have learned throughout my degree has prepared me for a wide range of  Healthcare career opportunities. The investment and encouragement of the academic and technical staff has inspired me to seek further education and develop a career in research. I am now Look online (website details at top of undertaking a PhD in Space Engineering. Each day, I find that the knowledge and skills page) for more information about future that I have gained from my time at DCU have proven invaluable to my work. careers in your chosen field.

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65 BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology Explore biology from molecules to cells to systems

Why DCU? Understanding: Genetics and Cell Biology Course Structure

¬ Emphasis on investigative science Science is progressing at an extraordinary Part of Year 1 is taken in common with and unprecedented pace. This is especially other science courses, so you will be ¬ Extensive hands-on training in true of genetics and cell biology. With our studying biology, chemistry, physics, laboratory-based and computational ever-increasing knowledge of genetics, biostatistics and bioinformatics. Prior experiments we can better understand what controls knowledge of one science subject and ¬ Biopharmaceutical stream option and contributes to our development and mathematics is required. individuality. We can apply these new ¬ Seven-month paid work placement findings in cell biology to explore exciting In Year 2, you will develop a deeper (INTRA) scientific applications that benefit all. understanding of genetics, biochemistry, ¬ Final year project in research lab microbiology, cell biology, bioinformatics Our improved understanding of the and pharmacology. genetic basis for life has opened up new About You approaches for the investigation, diagnosis In the first semester of Year 3, you will gain You will enjoy the course in Genetics and and treatment of disease. As a result, we the practical skills and techniques that form Cell Biology if you like studying biology are in a new era in the development and the basis of cell and gene technologies, and are interested in recent scientific production of medical devices, therapies including cell manipulation, gene cloning breakthroughs in human disease, molecular and drugs. The course has been developed and genomics. With this knowledge, you biology and research at the cellular level. to incorporate the theoretical and practical will be well-prepared for your seven-month aspects of molecular and cellular biology, paid work placement (INTRA). Additional Requirements providing you with the knowledge and expertise you will need for future careers In Year 4, you will explore the advances In addition to the general entry in industry, research and beyond. You will arising from research in genetics, cancer requirements for admission to the have the opportunity to develop your research and cell biology as well as medical University (see page 208), the following interest in biology and learn the laboratory products. If you take the Genetics and Life entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 and computational skills that are the basis Science stream, you will do a semester- or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 for key scientific breakthroughs. You will long research project. If you opt for the or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, also gain a full appreciation of how the Biopharma Stream, you will study courses Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science improved knowledge of genetics and cell related to biopharmaceutical science, or Computer Science. biology affects society. industry and production processes.

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CAO code DC168

Years 4

Min points 489

Internship Yes

67181 BSc in Biotechnology Apply biology to improve the quality of human life

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Biotechnology ¬ Longest established biotechnology By studying a wide range of scientific and course in Ireland Biotechnology is making significant engineering subjects, you will gain the contributions to global society. By studying necessary skills to succeed in the emerging, ¬ Modern course integrating emerging the components of living cells, we can technology-driven biotech industry. new technologies learn how to control, fix and modify them ¬ Multidisciplinary academic staff within to our benefit. This knowledge is already In Year 1, you will study the basic sciences the School of Biotechnology leading to the creation and manufacture and mathematics, with an introduction of products that help in the diagnosis and to bioprocessing. Year 2 develops the ¬ Opportunities to do a paid work treatment of disease (e.g. the production biological and engineering aspects of placement (INTRA) at home or abroad of antibiotics, insulin and other genetically Biotechnology. Year 3 introduces, specialist in Year 3 engineered medicines, such as safer areas of biology, such as immunology, recombinant vaccines). Biotechnology genetic engineering and cell culture. In About You also contributes to services in areas like engineering, you will be introduced to healthcare, food, agriculture, energy and bioreactors, primary separations and If you have an inquisitive and analytical the environment. downstream processing. In addition, in mind, if you are interested in the basic Year 3 you will have the opportunity to sciences and if you have a competency in Biotechnologists find new and innovative work in industry as part of your paid work mathematics, then you should thrive in solutions to problems encountered in placement (INTRA). Biotechnology. society. They need a good fundamental grasp of the biochemistry underlying In Year 4, the underlying biological and Additional Requirements biological systems and a good knowledge engineering principles of biotechnical In addition to the general entry of the exciting innovations occurring in processes are developed, and you can requirements for admission to the genetics, immunology and bioinformatics. choose either a Biotechnology and Life University (see page 208), the following To understand how solutions apply on a Science specialisation (which includes entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 commercial industrial scale, they also need a research project) or a Biopharma or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 a good understanding of the underlying specialisation, which includes content or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, physical and chemical engineering focusing on the biopharmaceutical Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science principles pertaining to living cells. industry. or Computer Science.

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Dr Greg Foley www.dcu.ie/DC181 IN BIOTECHNOLOGY School of Biotechnology T +353 (0) 1 700 5395 E [email protected]

In These Areas  Pharmaceutical  Biomedical Diagnostics  Fine Chemicals  Medical  Brewing  Food and Dairy Production  Agriculture  Bulk Chemicals What Our Graduates Say Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. I started the course with a keen interest in genetics and left with an unexpected but equal interest in engineering.

Aileen Gill, Technical Specialist, Schering-Plough, Innishannon, Co. Cork 69 70 71 BSc in Sport Science and Health Apply science to enhance physical activity

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Sport Science and Health ¬ A unique course developed to meet You will develop a detailed understanding the changing needs of students and Sport and exercise scientists study, of the scientific aspects of sport, physical employers in sport, exercise and health research and advise on the scientific activity and health. You will also learn settings factors influencing sport and exercise. how these are investigated and applied. With their detailed knowledge, they can The objective of the course is to produce ¬ A course supported by state-of-the- give specialist, evidence-based advice to well-informed science graduates who art physiology, biomechanics and improve performance and health. think critically and creatively, can psychology laboratories apply knowledge and are prepared for ¬ Relatively small classes allow for They also design and administer employment in a variety of sectors. individual attention from high-quality appropriate methods of assessment and staff create exercise or training programmes of In Year 1, you will be introduced to the key a technical, physiological or psychological science subjects that form the backbone ¬ A mixture of sport and exercise practical nature to improve health or sporting of this degree. These include chemistry, classes, laboratory classes, lectures, performance. physics, physiology, psychology and tutorials and seminars sociology. In addition, there are a range of ¬ A few places reserved for elite Areas covered include exercise testing, practical classes and sessions in sport and sportspeople and top-level coaches conditioning, exercise rehabilitation, physical activity. psychological preparation for competition, performance and movement analysis, In Year 2, you will learn how the scientific About You dietary considerations and strength subjects of Year 1 are applied to the study If you have an aptitude for science and an training. of sport, exercise and health. The topics enthusiasm for sport, exercise and physical included illustrate the wide range of activity, then this course will appeal to material covered in this exciting course - you. It is a stimulating and challenging from nutrition and genetics to psychology, course that requires hard work, dedication, anatomy and sociology. Vocational commitment and enthusiasm. aspects like fitness assessment, coaching studies and health promotion are covered Additional Requirements in Years 2 and 3. These will serve you well during your paid work placement (INTRA) In addition to the general entry in Year 3. requirements for admission to the University (see page 208), the following In Year 4, you have a choice between entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 focusing on the sport or health aspects of or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O4 the course. There is also a major research or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, project and group projects, which will Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural help you combine your knowledge of the Science. theoretical and practical areas of sport and exercise.

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Further study will allow specialisation in clinical Dr David Passmore www.dcu.ie/DC202 HEALTH AND SCIENCE SPORT IN exercise, strength and conditioning, performance School of Health and Human and movement analysis, nutrition, athletic therapy, Performance physiotherapy, coaching and education. T +353 (0) 1 700 7466 E [email protected]

In These Areas  Biomechanics  Coaching  Consultancy  Corporate Wellness  Exercise and Chronic Illness  Exercise Rehabilitation  Exercise Testing  Health Assessment  Health Promotion  Medicine  Occupational Therapy  Performance Analysis  Physical Activity and Exercise Psychology  Physiotherapy  Research  Sport and Exercise What Our Graduates Say Nutrition  Sports Conditioning The mix of practical and theoretical elements of Sport Science provided by DCU, along  Sport Psychology with the INTRA work placement, have given me a head start in the world of health and exercise. DCU has equipped me with the skills and knowledge I need to succeed in my Look online (website details at top of postgraduate studies and, more importantly, in my career! I have made friendships that page) for more information about future will last a lifetime in the School of Health and Human Performance. careers in your chosen field.

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73 BSc in Athletic Therapy and Training Prevent, treat and rehabilitate injuries in sport and physical activity

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Athletic Therapy and Training ¬ Specialises in management of Much importance is placed on musculoskeletal injury in sporting and We all know that physical activity is a understanding the anatomy of the body. non-sporting groups necessary and important part of daily life. Year 1 begins with anatomy and the basic Unfortunately, injuries – musculoskeletal sciences, giving you an understanding ¬ Emphasis on pitch-side skills including injuries in particular – are incurred by of the pathophysiology of injury. You will initial injury assessment, emergency people during physical activity in sport, also study the theory and practice that care and end stage sport-specific leisure and work. An Athletic Therapist and underpin physical conditioning to prevent rehabilitation Trainer (ATT) is an important part of the and rehabilitate injury, and enhance health ¬ Intensive training in the development of healthcare profession, who specialises in and performance. consultation, interpersonal and clinical the prevention, assessment, treatment and skills rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries. In Year 2, you will start to learn how to Such injuries can occur at all ages and assess, treat and rehabilitate injuries and ¬ Extensive practical experience plus an standards of sporting ability and among all further develop the theory and practice international placement option in Year 4 population types (including, for example, of training. You will also undertake First ¬ Degree accredited by Athletic people with disabilities). Aid and Emergency Care to enable you to Rehabilitation Therapy Ireland (ARTI), provide pitch-side assistance in various the Irish governing body for Certified We want you to qualify with excellent sports. In addition, you will start the clinical Athletic Rehabilitation Therapists medical knowledge, clinical skills, modules that will continue each semester communication skills, confidence, problem- for the remainder of the course. These solving skills and extensive practical modules will provide you with clinical field About You experience. Importantly, you should also experience as well as allow you to assist in You should be passionate about looking develop a profound respect for patients the student-led sports injury clinic based after the health of athletes and the and a highly professional approach when within the School. general public, specifically in the area of dealing with them. musculoskeletal health. It is not necessary Year 3 will see you expand your knowledge, to be physically active yourself, but an How does an ATT differ from a as well as learn in-depth principles of interest in sport or physical activity is physiotherapist? rehabilitation, therapeutic modalities and essential. soft tissue therapies. Physiotherapy is a broad-based healthcare Additional Requirements profession that not only addresses In the first half of Year 4, you will gain three musculoskeletal care of the physically to five months experience working full-time In addition to the general entry active but also deals with a number in a clinical setting in Ireland or abroad requirements for admission to the of diverse medical fields, including (including athletic therapy and training University (see page 208), the following oncology, obstetrics, gynaecology, facilities in American universities). You also entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 paediatrics, rheumatology, respiratory and have the opportunity to gain Cardiac and or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O4 neurological illnesses and burn injuries. Emergency First Response certification or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, with the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural In contrast, Athletic Therapy and Council of Ireland (PHECC). The latter half Science. Training specialises in musculoskeletal of Year 4 includes a major research project. injuries related to physical activity. Such At all times, how you communicate and specialisation allows students of Athletic work professionally with patients will be Therapy and Training to examine this area emphasised. in much greater detail than a student of physiotherapy.

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Future Careers  Athletic Therapist and Trainer

In These Areas  Sports Injury Clinic  National Governing Bodies of Sports Associations  Sports Club  Health and Fitness Centres  Self-Employed

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75 BSc in Physical Education with Biology Physical education: make it an essential part of our children’s education and development

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ A unique opportunity to study the In addition to the general entry This course involves three strands – Physical human body and its role in physical requirements for admission to the Education, Biology and Education Studies. activity, sport and health University (see page 208), the following entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 Physical Education ¬ A mixture of applied physical education or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O4 The physical education element of the classes, laboratories, lectures, tutorials or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, course has theoretical and practical and seminars Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural aspects. The theoretical part involves ¬ A course supported by state-of-the-art Science. the academic study of human movement teaching and physiology, biomechanics through subjects like psychology, and psychology laboratories Understanding: biomechanics (the science of movement) Physical Education (PE) and sociology. The practical elements will ¬ A small number of places reserved for enhance your teaching skills by engaging elite sportspeople Physical education has an important you in a range of competitive, aesthetic, influence on the long-term health of ¬ Relatively small classes that allow for adventure, aquatic and artistic activities. our children. As such, it is an integral individual attention from high-quality part of the education process, one that staff Biology promotes the physical, social, emotional You will learn the core elements of the and intellectual development of a child, biology curriculum, including mammalian About You as well as their attitude to activity, anatomy and physiology, cell biology, learning and each other. This is embraced To succeed on this course you will need: genetics, health and junior cycle physics through involvement in games, health- and chemistry. These are enhanced related fitness, aquatics, gymnastics, ¬ A passion for sport, exercise and science through exposure to laboratory work, dance, athletics and outdoor adventure ensuring that your theoretical knowledge is ¬ Evidence of past participation in, education. The BSc in Physical Education put into practice. enjoyment of and enthusiasm for with Biology is a modern course developed involvement in sport and exercise to meet the changing needs of young In Year 2, you will cover elements of the people today in relation to physical activity, ¬ A willingness to teach others and to help junior cycle physics and chemistry syllabi in exercise and sport. them learn an innovative and stimulating way. Physical Education with Biology ¬ An analytical mind, particularly in Years 3 and 4 allow you to specialise in Biology is fundamental to the knowledge relation to the body and how it works sport and exercise physiology from a and understanding of the body and how it theoretical and practical perspective. ¬ An interest in applying scientific works and is a natural subject to combine principles to the body and how it works with physical education. As a graduate, you Education Studies will be qualified to teach general science ¬ An enthusiasm for learning and This part of the course integrates to Junior Certificate level and PE and understanding how others learn and educational theory and practice through Biology to Leaving Certificate level. Both develop through good teaching ‘coaching rather than teaching’. This the PE and Biology elements of this course involves group work, reflective diaries, are approved by the Teaching Council for online reporting and reflection, case registration as a secondary school teacher. studies and other problem-based learning approached. We aim to help you gain the Garda vetting has been introduced for skills, knowledge and mind-set necessary to students who have unsupervised access to teaching in a changing environment. children and vulnerable adults as part of their studies at DCU. You must successfully pass the Garda vetting process in order to complete the process of registration.

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This four-year course is recognised by the Teaching Dr Johann Issartel www.dcu.ie/DC205 IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION WITH BIOLOGY Council for teaching PE and Biology (see page 234 School of Health and Human for further details). Performance T +353 (0) 1 700 7461 E [email protected]

School Placement Year 3 CAO code To put all of this into practice and to Applied Study in Dance | Inclusion and DC205 provide you with invaluable experience, Adaptation in PE and Physical Activity | Years you will be placed in schools during Years Mammalian and Anatomy Physiology | 4 2, 3 and 4. This gives you an opportunity to Philosophical Perspectives on Education | explore and clarify many of the key issues Bioscience and Society | Plant Science | Cell Min points you will encounter as a teacher. and Molecular Physiology | Pollution and 490 Biosphere | Developmental Psychology and What Will I Study? Individual Differences | Teaching Strategies and Professional Preparation | Teaching Year 1 and Learning in PE | School Placement | Applied Studies in Athletics and Games | Project History and Sociology in PE and School Sports | Cell Biology and Biochemistry | Year 4 Physiology | Teaching HRA in PE | Motor Sport and Exercise Physiology | Adventure Control and Learning | Microteaching and Activities | Teaching and Assessing Senior Teaching Preparation | Microbiology and Cycle Biology | Curriculum Development Genetics | Practical Biology | Studies in and Evaluation | Access, Disadvantage and Aesthetic Activities | Chemistry Equality | Preparation and Professional Development | School Placement | Year 2 Research Methods | Project Applied Studies in Games, Aquatics and Gymnastics | Teaching and Assessing Junior Cycle Science | Microteaching and All students are required to complete an School Placement | School Placement | Outdoor Adventure Activities weekend over Athletics and Health Related Fitness | the course of the four-year period at a cost Physics | Irish Education: History, Structure of approximately €100. and Development | Physical Activity, Psychology and Motor Development | Programme Decisions and Policy in PE and Sports | Chemistry Laboratory Future Careers  Teaching  Coaching  Sports Development  Further Education What Our Graduates Say In These Areas If you have a passion for sport, science and teaching, then this is the course for you. The  Vocational School facilities on offer in DCU are top class and help from passionate lecturers makes the journey to becoming a teacher all the more enjoyable.  Secondary School  Community School William Coyne, BSc in Physical Education with Biology  Comprehensive School

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77 BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics Physical education: make it an essential part of our children’s education and development

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ A unique opportunity to study the In addition to the general entry This course involves three strands – Physical human body and its role in physical requirements for admission to the Education, Mathematics and Education activity, sport and health University (see page 208), the following Studies. entry requirements apply: minimum of O1 ¬ A mixture of applied physical education or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O4 Physical Education classes, laboratories, lectures, tutorials or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, The physical education element of the and seminars Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural course has theoretical and practical ¬ A course supported by state-of-the-art Science. aspects. The theoretical part involves teaching and physiology, biomechanics the academic study of human movement and psychology laboratories Understanding: through subjects like psychology, Physical Education (PE) biomechanics (the science of movement) ¬ A small number of places reserved for and sociology. The practical elements will elite sportspeople Physical education has an important enhance your teaching skills by engaging influence on the long-term health of ¬ Relatively small classes that allow for you in a range of competitive, aesthetic, our children. As such, it is an integral individual attention from high-quality adventure, aquatic and artistic activities. part of the education process, one that staff promotes the physical, social, emotional Mathematics and intellectual development of a child, You will learn the core elements of the About You as well as their attitude to activity, mathematics curriculum, including learning and each other. This is embraced To succeed on this course you will need: mathematics for the physical sciences, through involvement in games, health- linear mathematics, calculus, differential related fitness, aquatics, gymnastics, ¬ A passion for sport and exercise equations, numerical methods and dance, athletics and outdoor adventure abstract algebra. In addition, you will ¬ Evidence of past participation in, education. complete a number of modules focused on enjoyment of and enthusiasm for how to teach mathematics in second-level involvement in sport and exercise Physical Education with Mathematics schools. Mathematics is key to understanding the ¬ An analytical mind with a passion for modern world, being necessary in areas as mathematics Education Studies diverse as international financial systems This part of the course integrates and the use of statistics in sport. This makes ¬ A willingness to teach others and to help educational theory and practice through the job of teaching mathematics hugely them learn ‘coaching rather than teaching’. This important. As a graduate, you will be involves group work, reflective diaries, ¬ An enthusiasm for learning and qualified to teach PE and Mathematics to online reporting and reflection, case understanding how others learn and Leaving Certificate level. Both the PE and studies and other problem-based learning develop through good teaching Mathematics elements of this course have approaches. We aim to help you gain the approval from the Teaching Council for skills, knowledge and mind-set necessary to registration as a secondary teacher. This teach in a changing environment. is a modern course developed to meet the changing needs of young people today in School Placement relation to physical activity, exercise and To put all of this into practice and to sport. provide you with invaluable experience, you will be placed in schools during Years Garda vetting has been introduced for 2, 3 and 4. This gives you an opportunity to students who have unsupervised access to explore and clarify many of the key issues children and vulnerable adults as part of that will define you as a teacher. their studies at DCU. You must successfully pass the Garda vetting process in order to complete the process of registration.

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This four-year course is recognised by the Teaching Dr Johann Issartel www.dcu.ie/DC206 EDUCATION WITH MATHEMATICS PHYSICAL IN Council for teaching PE and Mathematics (see School of Health and Human page 234 for further details). Performance T +353 (0) 1 700 7461 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Teaching  Coaching  Sports Development  Further Education What Our Current Students Say In These Areas As a mature student I am truly enjoying the BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics  Vocational School course thus far. The course provides an opportunity to help you grow as a teacher, develop new skills and build confidence within the classroom (sports hall). The small class sizes  Secondary School allow you to create a unique rapport with your fellow students and lecturers. I look forward  Community School to the next few years especially the teaching placement episodes. Returning to University  Comprehensive School has been one of my best decisions, to follow my dream to become a PE and maths teacher. Look online (website details at top Gary Quinn, BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field.

79 BSc in Science Education Be part of the next generation of inspiring second level science teachers

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Science Education ¬ Graduates obtain an Honours teaching You can specialise in any two subjects qualification recognised by the Teaching Mathematics, science and technology from chemistry, physics and mathematics. Council – a direct route into post- play vital roles in our day-to-day lives, so Years 1 and 2 are common to all students. primary teaching having an understanding of these subjects In Year 1, most science and mathematics is important for everyone. As a science/ modules will be taken in common with other ¬ Teacher education modules run mathematics teacher, you will develop your first-year science students. There are also concurrently with science, mathematics students’ understanding of the world in further specialist modules in mathematics and technology modules, plus school- which they live and you will educate future and education. Years 2 and 3 build on based placements in Years 2-4 generations of business people, scientists, this content and integrate science and engineers and technologists. You will help mathematics with education. ¬ You will be recognised to teach young minds develop and you will prepare two Leaving Certificate subjects - them for an increasingly technological and In Year 3, you choose two subjects choose from chemistry, physics and information-based future. to specialise in (chemistry/physics, mathematics mathematics/physics or chemistry/ ¬ You will be recognised to teach You will also play a vital role in Ireland’s mathematics) and complete a science or Junior Cycle subjects - science and economic recovery by teaching subjects mathematics education project. mathematics that will be central to developing a scientifically, mathematically, and In Year 4 you will continue with your two ¬ Strong STEM background for technologically literate citizenry and chosen subjects. A quarter of the course is alternative careers a sustainable and successful future devoted to education, particularly science for the country. Science Education will education, while the remainder focuses on give you a teaching qualification with a two of three subjects, (physics, chemistry About You specialisation in two of chemistry, physics and mathematics), with additional If you are enthusiastic about science and mathematics, and strong elements courses provided in biology and IT. You and mathematics and want to share this of information and communication will be qualified to teach both of your enthusiasm with young people, then this technology (ICT). two speciality subjects to Higher Leaving course is the place to start. Certificate level. Teachers with this degree are highly skilled and motivated and are highly sought after School Placement Additional Requirements in the second-level education system. There are four important school placement In addition to the general entry periods over the duration of the course. requirements for admission to the Garda vetting has been introduced for This allows you to work in real classrooms University (see page 208), the following students who have unsupervised access to to practise and develop the teaching skills entry requirements apply: minimum of O1 children and vulnerable adults as part of you have learnt in the course. In Year 1, you or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O4 their studies at DCU. You must successfully teach small groups of students from local or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, pass the Garda vetting process in order to schools. In Year 2, you spend four weeks in Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural complete the process of registration. post-primary schools, taking classes up to Science. Junior Certificate level. A further four-week placement takes place in the September immediately preceeding Year 3. Finally, all of the second semester in Year 4 is spent taking junior and senior cycle classes in science, mathematics, physics and/or chemistry.

You will enjoy strong support from DCU throughout your teaching assignments, which makes it easier to go from being a student to professional teaching.

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Graduates of this four-year undergraduate course Dr Eilish McLoughlin www.dcu.ie/DC203 IN EDUCATION SCIENCE are recognised by the Teaching Council as qualified School of Physical Sciences to teach two Leaving Certificate level subjects T +353 (0) 1 700 5862 (choose from chemistry, physics and mathematics) E [email protected] and to teach science and mathematics at Junior Cycle level. (see page 234 for further details).

What Will I Study? Year 3 Options CAO code Modules offered will be dependent on DC203 Year 1 chosen pathway. Microteaching and Teaching Preparation | Years See www.dcu.ie/DC203 Calculus | Chemistry | Physics | 4 Microbiology, Biochemistry and Genetics Year 4 Min points ICT Teaching Strategies and Professional Year 2 424 Preparation | Curriculum Development Teaching and Assessing Junior Cycle and Evaluation | Equality in Education | Science and Mathematics | Irish Education: Preparation and Professional History, Structure and Development | Development | School Placement Mathematics | Thermal and Physical Properties of Matter | Linear Algebra | Year 4 Options Inorganic Chemistry | Chemistry Modules offered will be dependent on Laboratory and Spectroscopy Workshop | chosen pathway. Physics Laboratory | School Placement See www.dcu.ie/DC203

Year 3 Development Psychology and Individual Differences | Philosophical Perspectives on Education | School Placement

Future Careers  Teaching  Technical Training in Science-based Industries  Project Management What Our Current Students Say  Management Research

Personally, I love the way the subjects and modules we study for this course are often In These Areas tailored specifically for the purpose of teaching science and maths. Not only do we gain  Industry new analytical skills and scientific knowledge but we also develop pedagogical teaching  methods to use in the classroom. The blocks of work placement we do as a part of this Vocational School course allowed me to become comfortable and confident in my abilities as a teacher Secondary School and the coordinators and lecturers in DCU were a great support to me in arranging and Community School helping me get ready for these placements. This teaching experience was invaluable to me Comprehensive School as I learned so much about myself and the career I am pursuing. I am now going into third year and feel more confident than ever that this is the course for me. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Mary Walsh, BSc in Science Education careers in your chosen field.

81 BSc in Psychology Applying science to the study of the human mind and behaviour: how we think, act, react and interact

Why DCU? Understanding: Psychology Additional Information

¬ A world-class course, accredited by the Psychology is concerned with all aspects of Students benefit from a personal tutor Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) behaviour, including the thoughts, feelings system and regular feedback sessions. and motivations underlying such behaviour. Students can also avail of online support ¬ Immersion in psychology as the main While psychologists differ in their interests via LOOP - an online learning environment focus of study, with innovative teaching within the field of psychology and in the where academic peer fora may be methodologies type of work they do, they all approach the established with support and advice from ¬ Small class sizes that allow for individual study of psychology in a scientific way. academic staff. attention, delivered by a dynamic interdisciplinary, research-active lecturing Course Structure The BSc in Psychology is accredited by team the Psychological Society of Ireland. The four-year BSc in Psychology course This ensures that the course meets the ¬ Student-centred learning philosophy is structured to cover introductory to highest standards for undergraduate pre- that places major emphasis on gaining advanced levels of psychology across professional training in psychology. digital and transferable skills the five core pillars of undergraduate training: developmental and lifespan ¬ High-quality research laboratories and psychology; biological psychology and research skills training supports neuropsychology; social psychology; cognitive psychology and the psychology of About You individual difference.

You should possess very good verbal, A core focus running throughout the written and interpersonal skills and be course is research literacy supported by flexible, hard-working and creative, with a combination of practical and online an enquiring mind and the ability to think laboratory activities. critically. Thanks to our extensive networks with Additional Requirements partner hospitals/clinics, schools, industry In addition to the general entry and researchers, we are the first to have requirements for admission to the establised credited undergraduate University (see page 208), the following psychology internships - our Year 3 (INTRA) entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 placements - in various fields including or H6 in Mathematics. clinical and behavioural neuroscience; organisational and corporate psychology and applied behaviour analysis.

Our course covers an exciting range of applied subjects (e.g. Health Psychology, Educational Psychology, Organisational Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology and Sports Psychology) and offers cutting-edge options (e.g. Disability and Illness, Law and Neuroscience, Crime and Psychology, Applied Behaviour Analysis and Psychopharmacology).

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The BSc in Psychology is accredited by the Dr Stella Vlachou www.dcu.ie/DC208 IN PSYCHOLOGY Psychological Society of Ireland. School of Psychology T +353 (0) 1 700 7421 E [email protected]

DCU has changed my life. By choosing the BSc in Psychology in DCU, I have had incredible In These Areas experiences over the last two years. I have learned and grown academically, professionally  Community and personally, far beyond anything I had imagined. Through the support of the academic  psychology team, as well as the campus support services and the students’ union, I have Business had incredibly diverse experiences of university life.  Education  Healthcare The programme encourages open discussion, critical thinking and face-to-face contact  Sport with class members and also with a really professional and compassionate team  Clinical of lecturers. My course has been one of the most positive, challenging and exciting experiences of my life. DCU has helped me to overcome many life anxieties and has Look online (website details at top of enabled me to make my once daydreams into my reality. I am excited about what is still to page) for more information about future come. careers in your chosen field.

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83 BSc in Health and Society From cellular to global: taking action to achieve positive health outcomes

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Health and Society ¬ You will explore health issues from You will undertake a range of modules, multiple perspectives – biological, social, Health needs to be understood in a variety including modules in which you will: political, ethical, psychological and of ways and with regard to social contexts. philosophical To develop this understanding, we explore ¬ Explore a number of perspectives on the following issues: health – biological, social, political, ¬ A strong emphasis is placed on ethical, psychological research inquiry into, and action on, key ¬ What kind of bodies are we supposed to contemporary health issues ¬ Learn about and do health research have? ¬ There is potential to focus on health ¬ Actively engage in health projects and ¬ How does this relate to the society in issues of personal relevance and interest campaigns which we live? to you ¬ Develop your own ‘healthy qualities’ ¬ What are the biological dimensions of ¬ You will have opportunities for health and illness? ¬ Examine particular health-related engagement in health action projects issues such as ‘drugs in society’, ‘nutrition and campaigns locally, nationally and ¬ What determines the distribution of and health’ and ‘trauma and abuse in globally health within societies? society’ ¬ You will work with a dynamic lecturing ¬ What are the varying forms of health As part of the course, you will have team that has diverse health-related action? opportunities to engage in activities and expertise and experience ¬ How is health influenced at various levels project work that you find personally – individual, community, societal and relevant and interesting. With a particular About You global? emphasis on health inquiry and action in the everyday world, you will participate in a You should be interested in health issues, ¬ What kinds of personal, social, political voluntary community project in Year 1, and especially in the idea of health inquiry and ethical issues are relevant to health design and implement a small health and action: in doing something to achieve matters? campaign (working with fellow students) positive health outcomes. You should If you think these questions are interesting in Year 2, and conduct a Health Action be keen to work with others, ready to and that you would like to learn how to Project as a final dissertation in Year 3. challenge and to be challenged, and willing actively inquire into and engage in health This final year project gives students the to work hard. action projects or campaigns, this course opportunity to study, plan and implement a may be of interest to you. positive change in an area of health which is Additional Requirements of specific interest to them. In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 208), the following entry requirements apply: minimum of O6 or H7 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O6 or H7 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science.

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Future Careers  Healthcare  Overseas Development  Community Development  Voluntary Sector What Our Graduates Say  Advocacy  Further Study I have thoroughly enjoyed my time during the Health and Society course so far and I’m really looking forward to diving into my final year project in September. This programme has provided me with a wide variety of interesting and relevant modules. I feel this course In These Areas is unique as you get the opportunity to study areas you have particular interest in and my  Further study can lead to: personal favourite, which was volunteering with a marginalised group. I joined a soup run Speech and Language with the homeless in Dublin city centre and participated in the run every Tuesday for a Therapy or Occupational semester. Therapy or Medicine I’m confident I’ll be well-prepared and focused for the working world or postgraduate  Health Promotion study, whichever one I decide to do after completing this course. I’m so sad to be leaving  Public Health this brilliant university so soon!  Global Health

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85 BSc in Nursing Ensure individuals and communities enjoy the best health possible

Why DCU? The course recognises the multidisciplinary The focus of the degree is on the nature of healthcare and the national and fundamental issues in nursing practice. As ¬ Dynamic nursing lecturing team global dimensions of contemporary nursing disciplines such as psychology, sociology, ¬ Students taught on campus and within practice. philosophy, law, pharmacology and dynamic clinical learning environments microbiology are an important part of the Academic learning and learning in practice and profession of nursing, they ¬ Innovative teaching and learning practice go hand-in-hand and you will be are also part of your degree course. The methodologies encouraged to reflect on your experiences course is supported by clinical practice ¬ Partners with some of Dublin’s busiest as you progress through the course. modules during which you will be placed in and most prestigious teaching hospitals your chosen area of nursing and helped to and services Garda vetting is a requirement for practice the skills you have learned. all nursing students, who throughout ¬ State-of-the-art clinical education their training have supervised access In Year 4 you will spend 36 weeks on facilties to vulnerable population groups. You an internship with local health service must successfully pass the Garda vetting providers. During this time, you will gain About You process in order to complete the process of further practice-based learning while also registration. taking formal assessments of practice If you are a caring individual and feel competencies. you can contribute to the wellbeing of Mature Entry others with intelligence, compassion and What Will I Study? enthusiasm, then you will do well in nursing. Mature candidates are assessed by the Nursing Careers Centre (NCC) of An Each year you will have the opportunity Additional Requirements Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na to practise nursing in the clinical setting hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of in your linked healthcare service. These In addition to the general entry Ireland, NMBI). are called ‘practice placements’. During requirements for admission to the Years 3 and 4 longer periods are spent on University (see page 208), the following For details please visit: these practice placements. In Years 2 and entry requirements apply: minimum of O6 www.nursingcareers.ie or email: 3 you will undertake specialist modules or H7 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O6 [email protected] to request a which relate to your specific chosen nursing or H7 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, copy of their nursing and careers booklet. discipline. The following gives an outline of Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural the other academic elements of the course. Science. All candidates are required to apply through CAO, register with YEAR 1 (ALL NURSING STREAMS) Understanding: Nursing www.publicjobs.ie and submit an online Personal and Professional Development | Nursing is the professional practice of application form through PAS. Core Nursing Skills | Psychology | Sociology protection and promotion of health and of Health and Illness | Caring and independence, the prevention of illness, the Course Structure Communication in Nursing | Understanding facilitation of healing and the alleviation of the Body | Clinical Practice Placement The BSc in Nursing provides you with the suffering through diagnosis and empirical pre-registration education you will need to treatment modalities. Nursing also involves YEAR 1 STREAM SPECIALISMS qualify with one of the following awards: acting as an advocate in the care of General Nursing | Understanding individuals, families, groups, communities Intellectual Disability | Mental Health ¬ BSc in Nursing (General) and populations and assisting individuals, Nursing | Children’s Nursing families and groups in a professional, caring ¬ BSc in Nursing (Children’s and General) and empathic manner. YEAR 1 OPTIONS ¬ BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) (FOR GENERAL NURSING) The degree aims to provide optimum ¬ BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) Skills for Success | Intercultural clinical and academic learning Communication You will also be eligible for professional environments that stimulate and enable registration with An Bord Altranais agus students to become compassionate, Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and competent, safe, critically aware and Midwifery Board of Ireland, NMBI). reflective nursing graduates. Professional competence is achieved through an iterative process of skill acquisition and the synthesis of knowledge.

86 BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS BSc Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online

The Irish Nursing Qualification is recognised School Secretary www.dcu.ie/DC215 IN NURSING internationally and is a highly sought after School of Nursing, Psychotherapy (General: standard and mature) qualification, so you will have the opportunity to and Community Health www.dcu.ie/DC216 travel and work abroad. T +353 (0) 1 700 5947 (Mental Health: standard and mature) E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC217 (Intellectual Disability: standard and mature) www.dcu.ie/DC218 (Children’s and General (Integrated): standard and mature)

YEAR 2 (ALL NURSING STREAMS) CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL NURSING Personal and Professional Development | YEAR 3 Clinical Pharmacology | Altered Bodily Care of the Child with Ongoing Healthcare Processes | Research and Nursing Practice | Needs General Nursing | Children’s Nursing General Clinical Practice Placement CAO Code DC215 Years 4 YEAR 3 OPTIONS (FOR GENERAL, Min points 414 GENERAL NURSING YEAR 2 MENTAL HEALTH AND INTELLECTUAL Principles of Caring for Specific Patients | DISABILITY NURSING) Mental Health CAO Code DC216 Caring for the Adult Palliative Care | Clinical Judgement and Years 4 Decision Making | Introduction to Critical Min points 368 MENTAL HEALTH NURSING YEAR 2 Care Nursing Mental Health Nursing | Life Span Intellectual Disability Developmental Psychology | Physical YEAR 4 (ALL NURSING STREAMS) CAO Code DC217 Health and Illness Nursing Informatics, Management Years 4 and Leadership | Health Promotion in a Min points 347 INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY NURSING Multicultural Context | Research Enquiry | Children’s YEAR 2 Clinical Practice Placement and General Adulthood and Intellectual Disabilities | (Integrated) CAO Code DC218 Children and Intellectual Disability GENERAL NURSING YEAR 4 Years 4 General Nursing Min points 473* CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL NURSING YEAR 2 MENTAL HEALTH NURSING YEAR 4 Principles of Caring for Specific Patients | Mental Health Nursing Caring for the Adult | Children’s Nursing INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY NURSING YEAR 2 OPTIONS (FOR GENERAL AND YEAR 4 MENTAL HEALTH NURSING) Contemporary Issues Culture, Health and Illness | Humanities and Health | Pain Management | Sexuality CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL NURSING YEAR 4 and Sexual Health Future Careers Caring for a Child with Multisystem YEAR 3 (ALL NURSING STREAMS) Dysfunction | Provision of Care for  General Nurse Ethics in Nursing | Research and Nursing Children | General Nursing | Ethics in  Children’s Nurse Practice | Clinical Practice Placement Nursing  Mental Health Nurse  Intellectual Disability GENERAL NURSING YEAR 3 CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL General Nursing NURSING YEAR 5 Nurse Clinical Practice Placement  Community Nurse MENTAL HEALTH NURSING  Research YEAR 3 Mental Health Nursing | Sociology of In These Areas Mental Health  Public Health INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY NURSING  Private Hospital YEAR 3  Healthcare Sector Nursing Individuals with Challenging  Occupational Health Behaviour | Specialist Approaches in  Education Nursing Practice: Intellectual Disability and Mental Health Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field.

87 Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing Gain the skills to meet changing healthcare needs of children and families

Why DCU? Understanding: The Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing Children’s Nursing (Higher Diploma) is designed to meet the needs of registered ¬ Lecturers with vast experience in nurses who wish to register as a Children’s children’s nursing practice, education The course is designed to enhance the Nurse (RCN) or for those who are currently and research knowledge and skills that have been involved in the provision of care to children developed during pre-registration ¬ State-of-the-art clinical education who do not have a children’s nursing and post-registration nurse education facilities qualification. The aim of the course is to and through experience as a qualified ensure that students are equipped with the ¬ Diverse range of clinical placements in practitioner. You will be encouraged to knowledge and skills necessary to practice partnership with the Children’s Health take responsibility for your own learning as a competent and professional registered Ireland and to integrate the theory of children’s children’s nurse. nursing with practical experiences in the ¬ Friendly, supportive clinical and clinical environment. The Higher Diploma in educational environment Academic learning and learning in Children’s Nursing course aims to prepare practice go hand-in-hand and you will be ¬ Online environment that enables you to nurses to be innovators, to think critically encouraged to reflect on your experiences access electronic teaching and learning and creatively and to have well-developed as you progress through the course. materials decision-making and problem-solving skills. It also aims to foster skills for lifelong Garda vetting is a requirement for all learning, as this course places an emphasis About You students, who throughout their training on your personal and professional have supervised access to vulnerable You must: development. population groups. You must successfully pass the Garda vetting process in order to ¬ Be a registered nurse or eligible to Children’s Nursing is the professional complete the process of registration. register with An Bord Altranais agus practice of protection and promotion of Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing health and independence, the prevention Course Structure and Midwifery Board of Ireland) as a of illness, the facilitation of healing and the Registered General Nurse, a Registered alleviation of suffering through diagnosis This one-year, full-time course will include Psychiatric Nurse or a Registered and empirical treatment modalities to 12 weeks of lectures, 36 weeks of clinical Intellectual Disability Nurse children, young people and their families. experience and four-weeks’ holidays. All Children’s nursing also involves acting as the lectures are delivered at DCU with a ¬ Hold a Diploma in Nursing or a an advocate in the care of children, young three-week block at the beginning of the qualification that is judged equivalent. If people, families, groups, communities and course followed by two days per week block you do not hold a Diploma in Nursing (or populations and assisting these vulnerable release over a five-week period in Semester judged equivalent) your prior certified populations in a professional, caring and 1 and a 12-week period in Semester 2. learning will be assessed through a empathic manner. system of Recognised Prior Learning You undertake the 36 weeks' clinical (RPL) The Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing practice within the clinical environment in ¬ Possess at least six months' post- aims to provide optimum clinical and Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, registration clinical nursing experience academic learning environments that attending partner services for specialist stimulate and enable students to become placements. The 36 weeks will be divided compassionate, competent, safe, critically into three practice modules and will include aware and reflective children’s nurses. four-weeks' holidays at a specified time. Professional competence as a children’s For the duration of the course, you will be nurse is achieved through an interactive an employee of Chilren's Health Ireland at process of skill acquisition and the synthesis Temple Street. of knowledge. The course recognises the multidisciplinary nature of healthcare Upon completion of the course, you will be and the national and global dimensions eligible to register with An Bord Altranais of contemporary nursing practice, and is agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing delivered at Level 8 National Qualifications and Midwifery Board of Ireland) as a Authority in Ireland (NQAI, 2005). Registered Children’s Nurse (RCN).

88 (FULL-TIME) HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING CHILDREN’S Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online If you do not have a Diploma in Nursing (or a School Secretary www.dcu.ie/prcn qualification that is judged equivalent), your School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and prior certified learning will be assessed through a Community Health system of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). T +353 (0) 1 700 5947 E [email protected]

Post-Registration Course Co-ordinator Nurse Education Department Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, Temple Street, Dublin 1 T +353 (0) 1 878 4739

Year 1 How to Apply CAO code Children’s Nursing | Children with All applications should be sent to the N/A Healthcare Needs | Researching Child Human Resources Department, Children's Years Health | Children with Complex Healthcare Health Ireland at Temple Street, Temple 1 (full-time) Needs | Professional and Contemporary Street, Dublin 1. Issues in Children’s Nursing | Evidence- (52 weeks) based Practice in Children’s Nursing | Min-Reg Practice You must be a nurse registered with An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann - Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

Future Careers  General Nurse  Children’s Nurse  Community Nurse  Research

In These Areas  Public Hospital  Private Hospital  Healthcare Sector  Occupational Health  Education

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89 Certificate in Homeless Prevention and Intervention Develop the knowledge and skills required in homeless related services

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ The first and only course in Ireland ¬ Your current role should involve working The Certificate consists of three modules specifically related to the contexts, (including assessment and support delivered on a part-time basis over 18 needs and holistic assessment and planning) with people experiencing months. The course involves attendance support of people who experience homelessness in two-day blocks every four to five weeks homelessness each semester. ¬ Educational attainment at Leaving ¬ Partnership approach with major Certificate level or equivalent (if you You will study the following topics: stakeholders in the homeless sector (the are unsure about the suitability of your Homeless Executive) in the design and educational qualifications or have ¬ Concepts, definitions and classifications delivery of the course and in supporting evidence of equivalent education or of homelessness; socio-economic students in practice training, further information is available and personal factors that influence from the course co-ordinator) ¬ Innovative teaching methodologies that pathways to homelessness; homeless place the student’s learning style, needs ¬ Access to and ability to use a computer prevention strategies and preferences at the core of teaching ¬ The experience of homelessness and its and learning activity Understanding: effects on a person’s/family’s health and ¬ Course material is informed by Homeless Prevention and Intervention social functioning contemporary, evidence-based This course involves the study of ¬ The process and practice of effective research, practice and policy homelessness in society and the personal assessment, support planning and ¬ Course assessments involve critical contexts and complex needs of people case management in relation to socio- thinking and engagement with the and families experiencing homelessness. economic needs (finance, housing, challenges of practice The course aims to help practitioners in education, employment) homeless-related services to develop ¬ Physical health, mental health and knowledge and skills in the prevention of About You substance-use problems homelessness and in the use of effective, This course may suit you if your current role supportive interventions with people ¬ Methods and processes of working involves working with people experiencing encountering homelessness. collaboratively with service users and or at risk of homelessness and if you wish health /social care agencies to develop your skills in assessment and support in this area. You should have educational attainment at Leaving Cert level or equivalent and be in a position to undertake online learning (i.e. have access to and ability to use basic computer programes).

90 UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE (PART-TIME) INTERVENTION AND CERTIFICATE PREVENTION HOMELESS IN Contact Details Visit Us Online How to Apply Dr Briege Casey www.dcu.ie/chpi Application forms are available on School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and the course webpage and completed Community Health forms should be sent to: Admissions T +353 (0) 1 700 8521 Office, Registry, Dublin City E [email protected] University, Dublin 9.

CAO code N/A

Months 18 (part-time)

What Will I Study? Year 2 Health, Illness, Addiction and Year 1 Homelessness Assessment and Support Planning: Process and Practice | Socio-economic Needs of People in Homelessness

What Our Graduates and Stakeholders Say Future Careers Studying this undergraduate certificate in DCU was a pleasure as the staff were energetic  Support Intervention and and dynamic and DCU itself was a great learning space to be in, with top-class facilities. The course as a whole covered so much and helped me broaden my thinking about my Planning work and also allowed me to specialise in some areas of interest.  Advocacy  Outreach Nigel Mulligan, Coordinator of Intensive Supports Service  Further Study

In These Areas  Healthcare Sector Feedback from homeless sector managers and frontline workers (students) has  highlighted a range of transferable benefits for workers, services and service users Education following participation in the Certificate in Homeless Prevention and Intervention. The  Homeless Service course, which was developed in partnership with the Dublin Region Homeless Executive, Agencies has been instrumental in helping workers throughout the sector to develop skills and knowledge in assessment and support planning and to critically evaluate their roles in Look online (website details at top of assisting individuals to move out of homelessness. page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field.

Patricia Bourke, Head of Learning and Performance, Dublin Region Homeless Executive

91 Certificate in Peer Support Working in Mental Health Enhance your existing strengths and make a greater impact

Why DCU? Understanding: Peer Support Working in Course Structure Mental Health ¬ Only accredited award course in Ireland The Certificate consists of three modules in Peer Support Working This course will help you enhance your delivered on a part-time basis over two existing strengths and skills so you can work semesters. The course involves attendance ¬ Established standard for peer support more effectively. in two-day blocks during the semester workers employed in the Health Service (sixteen days in total) and ten days on-line Executive (HSE) You will: work. ¬ Innovative teaching methodologies place students’ needs at the core of ¬ Examine the latest trends and You will study the following topics: teaching and learning activity developments nationally and internationally in recovery orientated ¬ Practical ways to support people with ¬ Course assessments involve critical mental health practice mental health problems in recovery and thinking and reflection their family members ¬ Explore the historical, statutory and ¬ Assignments are transformatory and policy framework in which the Irish ¬ The role of peer support workers in a applicable to the workplace Mental Health Service operates multidisciplinary approach to mental health service provision ¬ Understand the core principles, About You competencies and practices of peer ¬ Health Service Executive rules and If you would like to become a peer support support working standards for all mental health workers worker or family peer support worker in the ¬ Understand the principles of the ¬ How mental health policy and practice area of mental health this course will help individualised nature of recovery and a have evolved to their present-day develop your knowledge, skills and practice person centred approach standards in mental health inpatient and community settings. ¬ Take part in reflective practice and ¬ How we measure recovery in relation supervision and use support groups to to contemporary standards of mental Additional Requirements uphold professional standards in your health care and in relation to the rights role of people with disabilities and their ¬ Peer support workers will have a families previous history of mental health problems and be in recovery or The approach of the course is based on ¬ Different philosophies of psychology, recovered looking at and learning from your own sociology and community development experience. You will draw on events and in relation to self and to how groups ¬ Family peer support workers will have situations in your life; discover knowledge function experience of supporting someone with for yourself rather than have it dictated mental health problems ¬ Different styles of leadership among to you; and decide on solutions that really people with different levels of decision- In addition to ‘expertise by experience’ and work in practice. You will work in small making skills ‘family supporter experience’, entry criteria groups, learning from and with each other. include: ¬ How to take the lead in working with groups or communities ¬ Evidence of critical thinking, literacy, and communication/writing skills at NFQ Level 5 in the form of formal qualifications (e.g. Leaving Certificate) or the equivalent

¬ Assessment through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for applicants who do not have formal NFQ Level 5 qualifications

92 (PART-TIME) UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE MENTALIN HEALTH CERTIFICATE IN PEER SUPPORT WORKING Contact Details Visit Us Online School Secretary www.dcu.ie/DC762 School fo Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health T +353 (0) 1 700 7861 E [email protected]

¬ How to make best use of community What Will I Study? CAO code resources to achieve personal and N/A Year 1 community development Personal Growth and Community Years ¬ How individuals and groups each play Engagement | Peer Support Practice | Peer 1 (part-time) their part in helping communities to Support in Mental Health Points develop N/A

What Our Graduates Say Future Careers

This course prepared me in multiple ways such as in gaining an understanding of HSE  Peer Advocacy structures and both national and international policy on mental health. The most  Peer Education important learning, which gave me confidence in my own views, was that the course work  Health-care Adviser and theory underpinned my own knowledge and confirmed what I expected peer work to be. In These Areas

Graduate and Peer Support Worker  Healthcare Services  Education  Mental Health Advocacy  Recovery Services

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93 Faculty of Science and Health Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC127 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics First 2 509 years only DC126 BSc in Actuarial Mathematics 4 years 520 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H3 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level B Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who wish to transfer from another Level 8 course, providing that they have achieved the requisite points and fulfil the requirements of the course. Due to the special nature of the Actuarial Mathematics course, candidates will usually only be considered for entry into Year 1. Transfer students may be exempt from certain modules.

cao code course title duration points DC161 BSc in Analytical Science 4 years 446 DC162 BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences 4 years 488 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O3 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science or Computer Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B in one of Physics, Chemistry , Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M3807 Applied Science – Laboratory Techniques Distinctions in five modules including four from the following modules: 5N2747 Chemistry / 5N2746 Biology / 5N1460 Physics / 5N1833 Mathematics / 5N2751 Laboratory Techniques and student must have attained a minimum of pass in 5N1833 Mathematics Transfer Applications Holders of Higher Certificate/National Certificates or Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diplomas with Merit or Distinction may be admitted into Year 2 if the relevant Programme Boards are satisfied that the candidate has achieved an appropriate standard in the major subjects covered in Year 1. Direct entry into Year 3 is possible for well-motivated students holding a distinction at Diploma level in a related discipline. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

94 FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration points DC175 Physics General Entry First year N/A only subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O3 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Applied Mathematics or Computer Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Applied Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M3807 Applied Science – Laboratory Techniques Distinctions in five modules including four from the following modules: 5N2747 Chemistry / 5N2746 Biology / 5N1460 Physics / 5N1833 Mathematics / 5N2751 Laboratory Techniques and student must have attained a minimum of pass in 5N1833 Mathematics Transfer Applications Please contact Faculty for further information. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC166 BSc in Environmental Science and Technology 4 years 412 DC201 Common Entry into Science First year 454 only subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O3 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science or (DC201 Computer Science) GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M3807 Applied Science – Laboratory Techniques Distinctions in five modules including four from the following modules: 5N2747 Chemistry / 5N2746 Biology / 5N1460 Physics / 5N1833 Mathematics / 5N2751 Laboratory Techniques and student must have attained a minimum of pass in 5N1833 Mathematics Transfer Applications Please contact Faculty for further information. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

95 Faculty of Science and Health Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC202 BSc Sport Science and Health 4 years 467 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 Mathematics and minimum of O4 or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C in one of Physics, Chemistry , Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M3807 Applied Science – Laboratory Techniques Distinctions in five modules including four from the following modules: 5N2747 Chemistry / 5N2746 Biology / 5N1460 Physics / 5N1833 Mathematics / 5N2751 Laboratory Techniques and student must have attained a minimum of pass in 5N1833 Mathematics Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6 and Level 7 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC203 BSc in Science Education 4 years 424 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O1 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O4 or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science or Environmental Technology other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M3807 Applied Science – Laboratory Techniques Distinctions in five modules including four from the following modules: 5N2747 Chemistry / 5N2746 Biology / 5N1460 Physics / 5N1833 Mathematics / 5N2751 Laboratory Techniques and student must have attained a minimum of pass in 5N1833 Mathematics Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6 and Level 7 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

96 FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration points DC206 BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics 4 years 443 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O1 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O4 or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path Transfer Applications Eligible students are those who have successfully completed a Higher Diploma (Level 8) in a related field of study or successfully completed or are about to successfully complete Year 1 of study on a degree course (Level 7 or 8) awarded by the Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC) (formerly the National Council for Education Awards (NCEA)) or by a university established under the Universities Act 1997, or an equivalent qualification awarded by a similar body outside of the State. While it is NOT a pre requisite for candidates who are applying (having completed Year 1 of study on a degree course) to have studied in a similar or related subject, it may be an advantage if applicant numbers are high. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC204 BSc in Athletic Therapy and Training 4 years 484 DC205 BSc in Physical Education with Biology 4 years 490 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O4 or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C in one of Physics, Chemistry , Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications Eligible students are those who have successfully completed a Higher Diploma (Level 8) in a related field of study or successfully completed or are about to successfully complete Year 1 of study on a degree course (Level 7 or 8) awarded by the Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC) (formerly the National Council for Education Awards (NCEA)) or by a university established under the Universities Act 1997, or an equivalent qualification awarded by a similar body outside of the State. While it is NOT a pre- requisite for candidates who are applying (having completed Year 1 of study on a degree course) to have studied in a similar or related subject, it may be an advantage if applicant numbers are high.

Faculty of Science and Health Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC168 BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology 4 years 489

subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O3 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science or Computer Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B in one of Physics, Chemistry , Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science

cao code course title duration points DC181 BSc in Biotechnology 4 years 476

other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M3807 Applied Science – Laboratory Techniques Distinctions in five modules including four from the following modules: 5N2747 Chemistry / 5N2746 Biology / 5N1460 Physics / 5N1833 Mathematics / 5N2751 Laboratory Techniques and student must have attained a minimum of pass in 5N1833 Mathematics Transfer Applications Holders of Higher Certificates/National Certificates or Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diplomas with Merit or Distinction may be admitted into Year 2. Because of the special nature of the Year 2 of the course, which has Process Engineering as a major component, candidates cannot be considered for direct entry into Year 3. Suitable candidates will be required to attend for interview. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration points DC208 BSc in Psychology 4 years 509

subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics

other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications No entry path.

cao code course title duration points DC209 BSc in Health and Society 3 years 419

subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O6 or H7 in Mathematics and minimum of O6 or H7 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level D or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level D or GCSE C in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science

other entry paths QQI Level 5 ECAXX Community Arts / 5M2786 Community Care / 5M3050 Community Development / 5M4468 Community and Health Services / 5M4339 Healthcare Support / 5M4349 Nursing Studies / 5M4732 Youth Work / 5M2181 Applied Social Studies / 5M3782 Health Service Skills / 5M5267 Food Science Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules associated with that award. Transfer Applications Applications for entry to Year 1 Health and Society are welcomed from students who wish to transfer from another Level 8 course, providing they have achieved the requisite points and fulfil the requirements of the course. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

99 Faculty of Science and Health Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC215 BSc in Nursing (General) 4 years 414 DC216 BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) 4 years 368 DC217 BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) 4 years 347 DC218 BSc in Nursing (Children’s and General, Integrated) 4.5 years 473 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O6 or H7 in Mathematics and minimum of O6 or H7 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level D or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level D or GCSE C in one of Physics, Chemistry , Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M4349 Nursing Studies / 5M4468 Community and Health Services / 5M4339 Healthcare Support Distinctions in five modules in QQI Level 5/6 which must include: 5N0749 Anatomy and Physiology / 5N4325 Introduction to Nursing / 5N1279 Human Growth and Development / 5N2746 Biology / 5M3782 Health Service Skills Transfer Applications Applications for entry to Year 1 Nursing are welcomed from students who wish to transfer from another Level 8 course, providing they have achieved the requisite points, fulfil the requirements of the course and there are clinical placements available. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

100 FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Additional Special Course Requirements

BSc in Nursing (Four year/Four-and-a-half year course) ¬ All candidates applying for the BSc in Nursing (Four year/Four-and-a-half-year course) must apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February regardless of their status as EU or Non-EU, or their eligibility to be considered as a mature applicant.

¬ There are no longer separate CAO mature nursing codes. All applicants should use the normal nursing codes DC215, DC216, DC217, DC218.

¬ Mature nursing applications are assessed by the Nursing Careers Centre, (NCC) of An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, NMBI).

¬ Having applied through the CAO before 1 February, mature nursing applicants must also register and apply through the Public Appointments Service (PAS) website, www.publicjobs.ie. PAS manage the written assessment of applicants on behalf of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Mature applicants are then ranked based on their score in the NMBI assessment.

To sit the test you must complete the following two steps: 1. Register with www.publicjobs.ie by creating a profile (if you have not already done so). Do not confuse registering (creating a profile) with submitting an application form. Remember to note down your login and password details as you will require these during the assessment process to access your messages. 2. Applicants will be required to complete and submit an online application. Application dates can be found at www.nmbi.ie and confirmation of appication will be confirmed by PAS within 24 hours of submission.

• For full details of the application submission dates and the test process, go to www.nmbi.ie or phone the NMBI at 01-6398528.

Non CAO listed courses • Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing (full-time) (see page 88) • Certificate in Homeless Prevention and Intervention (part-time) (see page 90) • Certificate in Peer Support Working in Mental Health (part-time) (see page 92)

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114 Communication Studies

116 Journalism

118 Multimedia

120 Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation

122 Applied Language and Translation Studies

124 Gnó agus Gaeilge (Business and Irish [Irish-medium])

128 Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha (Irish, Journalism and Digital Media [Irish-medium])

132 Civil Law (Law and Society)

134 International Relations

136 Economics, Politics and Law

138 Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance

140 Theology and Religious Studies

180102 The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers courses that produce well-rounded graduates with excellent transferable skills that are attractive to students and employers. We offer a supportive, innovative learning environment and our students have real engagement SOCIAL SCIENCES SOCIAL FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND with staff, both in classroom contexts and in individual advice sessions.

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences delivers a portfolio of internationally competitive undergraudate degree courses which meet social, cultural and economic needs, and that are attractive to both students and employers.

103181 Bachelors of Arts: Joint Honours Choose from an exciting range of subjects and shape your world

Why DCU? The following subjects are offered on the ¬ Geography Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Degree. You will examine human activity, human- ¬ Be part of a close-knit community where environment relations and physical you will feel very much at home ¬ English environments at a variety of scales, from ¬ Discover a large, exciting choice of local to global ¬ Gaeilge subjects ¬ History ¬ Geography ¬ Engage with internationally recognised You will explore how human beings lecturers in their area of expertise ¬ History conduct themselves, grounded on a close examination of how they have ¬ Become an independent and creative ¬ Human Development – this subject is behaved in the past in all parts of the thinker offered only on DC009 world but with a particular emphasis on ¬ Enjoy the opportunity to study abroad ¬ International Languages (French, Ireland at one of our international partner German, Spanish) ¬ Human Development (DC009 only) institutions or undertake paid work ¬ Law You will develop an understanding of placement (INTRA) human needs and capacities at crucial ¬ Media Studies ¬ Gain an in-depth knowledge of stages of development through your your chosen subjects and a range of ¬ Music (restricted entry) – this subject is studies of Psychology, Sociology and transferable skills offered only on DC009 Philosophy

¬ Philosophy – this subject is offered only ¬ International Languages About You on DC009 (French, German, Spanish) You will acquire proficiency in your Ever wanted to know how the world around ¬ Politics chosen language and learn about you has been shaped and how it really ¬ World Religions and Theology culture, film, literary traditions and works? If you have an interest in today's intercultural communication world and modern society, this course will certainly appeal to you. Each subject area provides the opportunity ¬ Law to gain an in-depth knowledge and You will learn about constitutional and Additional Requirements understanding of a particular academic criminal law; property and European discipline (see pages 104-113 for an law; and the law of evidence In addition to the general entry explanation of each subject area). requirements for admission to the ¬ Media Studies University (see page 208), specific entry You will learn about communication This degree will prepare you for a requirements apply to certain subject theory, the history of the media, film variety of careers while also providing (see page 208). theory, and press and public relations a solid foundation for further study at and develop a thorough understanding postgraduate level. Understanding: of the role media play in society Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Course Structure ¬ Music (DC009 only) This degree draws on DCU strengths in You will explore a broad range of ¬ English Humanities and Social Sciences while musicological topics and approaches, You will study a wide range of literature letting you choose from a distinctive and further develop your musicality and become familiar with the vital range of subjects. You will acquire a through performance and composition characteristics and contexts of drama, critical perspective on areas central to poetry, film and fiction ¬ Philosophy (DC009 only) contemporary society and you will have You will critically consider a range of the opportunity to develop a high level of ¬ Gaeilge questions about issues such as truth, competence in an international language You will develop and enhance your beauty, value, knowledge, and the or Irish. language skills as well as learning about nature of reality. In doing so, you will Irish literature, culture and tradition and enhance your skills in clear analysis and a range of modern digital approaches to rigorous argument the study of Irish

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¬ Politics Study Abroad You will learn about Irish, European and Most subjects will offer you the option to American political systems, international study abroad for a year. Please note the study relations and the politics of the United CAO code abroad option is offered on merit and you will Nations DC009 need to fulfil certain criteria to undertake it. ¬ Theology and Religious Studies Years You will closely analyse ancient and modern INTRA 3 or 4 (depending on

texts, explore ethical issues, and develop You can opt to apply for a year-long work optional year abroad insights into cultural and religious diversity, placement in Year 3. This will give you a unique or INTRA) as part of the academic study of religion opportunity to enhance your CV, increase your Min points You will study your chosen subjects through employability and experience the relevance 347 seminars, lectures, workshops, tutorials, small of your study in the real world. This option is group settings and some online learning, so competitive and subject to the availability Places you will have lots of opportunities to get to of placements. For more information on the 250 know your fellow students. As you progress INTRA programme at DCU, please visit through the course, you will develop excellent www.dcu.ie/intra research, writing and presentation skills.

Humanities (DC009) Additional Notes CAO codes Select two subjects: ¬ Subjects are studied for three or four years DC291, DC292, depending on whether you choose to study DC293, DC295 Up to two permitted from English and Gaeilge abroad for a year or participate in the Years Only one permitted from Human INTRA programme 3 or 4 Development | Philosophy (depending on options ¬ Gaeilge is offered at intermediate level year abroad or Only one permitted from History | Music (and normally requires Leaving Certificate internship) Only one permitted from Geography | grade H4 or above) Min points World Religions and Theology ¬ International Languages includes: DC291 349 French, German or Spanish (all starting DC292 356 Media Studies (DC291) at intermediate level only, and normally DC293 369 requires Leaving Certificate grade H4 or Select Media Studies + one other DC295 348 above) subject from: Places English | International Languages | Politics ¬ Entry to Music is subject to a pre- 150 registration assessment in the rudiments of music (theory and aural test) to indicate Law (DC292) suitability for the course. Dates for these Select Law + one other subject from: tests will be posted on our website: www.dcu.ie/arts History | International Languages | Media Studies Future Study Having completed the Bachelor of Arts: Joint International Languages (DC293) Honours degree, you will be eligible to take a Master's degree in one of the subjects studied Select International Languages + as well as to undertake Masters studies in one other subject from: related fields such as education, international Gaeilge | Politics relations, translation, journalism, advertising, public relations, conducting, environmental Politics (DC295) science or film and television production.

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English Optional Study Abroad / INTRA Why is this subject for me?

Why is this subject for me? At DCU you will explore many aspects of Final Year the Irish language in an innovative and Stories are fundamental to humanity, Research Seminar | Poetry in Public | dynamic environment. You will be taught by connecting individuals and communities, Irish Writing: Then and Now, Local and experienced, committed and enthusiastic dreams and realities. They let us imagine Global | Irish Theatre | Creating Childhood: teachers and researchers, who embrace possibilities for living that we may never Children's Literature from the mid 19th areas such as literature, cultural studies, encounter in real life. Studying English Century to the Present | Creative Writing literature and translation as instructional Literature provides you with the skills to tools. think creatively and intelligently about Future Career this complex but thrilling phenomenon. English offers access to many areas of The Irish-language modules offered on You will explore and enjoy the diversity of employment. Our graduates have gone this course will allow you to develop your interpretative approaches available to on to pursue careers in journalism, public practical language skills and to broaden you as a reader of literature, becoming service, creative writing, public relations, their knowledge of the Irish language and knowledgeable about the interplay of media, research, law, communications, its literature, culture and traditions. The texts and traditions, and confident in your publishing, management consultancy, various modules on offer will also help you critical independence. You will engage with arts administration, politics, heritage and to enhance your language competence. a wide range of literature and become tourism as well as in teaching. These modules will focus primarily on familiar with the vital characteristics improving analytical and critical skills, and contexts of drama, poetry, film and on increasing familiarity with sources of fiction. You will have the opportunity to Gaeilge information and on works of reference take classes in creative writing. You will about Irish, including online resources. study style and substance: what literature Cén fáth a bhfeilfeadh an t-ábhar seo You will develop further the research and describes, and also how it does it. From the domsa? writing techniques that are necessary origins of tragedy and comedy in Ancient Agus tú ag déanamh staidéir ar an for programmes of further study or Greece through Shakespeare and Joyce to nGaeilge in DCU foghlaimeoidh tú for positions where Irish is used in the the hybrid texts, digital poems and video réimse scileanna i dtimpeallacht nuálach workplace. games of the 21st century, literature is a dhinimiciúil. Léachtóirí agus taighdeoirí story that has no end in sight. tiomanta fuinniúla a bhfuil an-taithí acu Cé na hábhair staidéir a bheidh agam? a bheidh i mbun teagaisc. Daoine iad a What Will I Study? Bliain 1 bhfuil an dúspéis acu sa litríocht, i léann Cúrsa Teanga 1 | An Nuafhilíocht agus Year 1 an chultúir, agus san aistriúchán mar uirlisí na hAmhráin | Scéal na Gaeilge | Meáin Introduction to Fiction: Short Story and oideachasúla chomh maith. Chumarsáide na Gaeilge | An Scéalaíocht Novel | English Study Skills, Creativity, and Thraidisiúnta agus an Gearrscéal Theoretical Contexts | Genre: The Tragedy- Beidh tú in ann do chuid scileanna Comedy Complex | Poetry: How and Why to praiticiúla teanga a fhorbairt agus a stór Bliain 2 Read It | Modern European and American eolais a leathnú maidir leis an nGaeilge féin Cúrsa Teanga 2 | An Béaloideas | Drama | Literature and Value: What Makes agus lena litríocht, cultúr agus traidisiún. An Nuafhilíocht 2 | Aistriúchán agus Great Books Great Cuirfear béim sna seimineáir theanga ar Eagarthóireacht | Litríocht an 17ú agus éisteacht, labhairt, léamh agus scríobh an 18ú hAois | Ainmeolaíocht naGaeilge | Year 2 na Gaeilge. Gheobhaidh tú cleachtadh Teangeolaíocht na Gaeilge Shakespeare and the English Renaissance | ar an teanga sna modúil éagsúla freisin, Gender and Sexuality | Romanticism: is é sin ó bheith ag éisteacht le Gaeilge, Staidéar Thar Lár/INTRA Innocence and Experience | Creative ag léamh téacsanna, agus ag scríobh Writing | 19th Century Literature | aistí. Déanfaidh tú forbairt ar do chumas Modernism and Postmodernism | Empire anailíse agus critice trí bheith ag plé le Writing and Postcolonial Literatures téacsanna agus le hacmhainní éagsúla, acmhainnI ar líne ina measc.

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Bhliain 3 Geography Cúrsa Teanga 3 | An Cúrsa Taighde | Why is this subject for me? Athbheochan agus Athnuachan | Nuaphrós na Gaeilge | An tSochtheangeolaíocht | Geography is all around us and this course Téarmeolaíocht na Gaeilge will take you on a geographical journey that is informed by what is happening in Deiseanna Gairme today’s world. You will examine human activity, human-environment relations Tá ardú ar an éileamh ar dhaoine le scileanna and physical environments at a variety of teanga sa Ghaeilge ó tháinig Acht na scales, from the local to the global. You dTeangacha Oifigiúla (2003) i bhfeidhm will also apply your learning and come to a agus ós teanga oibre de chuid an Aontais better understanding of your environment Eorpaigh í an Ghaeilge anois. Beidh céimithe through fieldwork and practical classes. Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge ullmhaithe go Geography is a key analytical discipline that maith le freastal ar an éileamh sin. Feilfidh bridges the social and physical sciences and an chéim seo duit, freisin, má tá spéis the humanities. It strives to contribute in a agat sa mhúinteoireacht iar-bunscoile nó meaningful way to society and to address comhlíontar riachtanais reatha na Comhairle issues and problems of broad concern to Múinteoireachta don Ghaeilge mar ábhar humanity. Throughout the course, you will teagaisc inti agus tá an Chomhairle tar éis study people and environments in the context céimithe dár gcuid a chlárú cheana féin ar of a rapidly changing and increasingly bhonn aonair. Leis na scileanna eile a bheidh interconnected world. There is an emphasis on agat beidh tú in ann plé le gairmeacha i ‘real-world’ engagement and understanding. réimsí éagsúla e.g. earnáil na Gaeilge, an Geographers are much sought after by iriseoireacht, an chraoltóireacht, cúrsaí employers because of their analytical and riaracháin, agus cúrsaí bainistíochta. practical skills, their exposure to diverse perspectives and their flexible but solidly Future Career based training. With the implementation of the Official Languages Act (2003) and the granting of What Will I Study? status to Irish as an official working language Year 1 of the European Union, demand has risen for Geographical Fieldwork and Observation people with Irish language skills. Graduates of Skills | Introduction to Human Geography | Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge will be well placed Hazardous Earth | Ireland in Europe and the to meet this demand. This degree will also suit Wider World | Global Climates | Geographical you if you wish to pursue a teaching career, Interpretation and Communication as it complies with current requirements set down by the Teaching Council for teaching Year 2 Irish at post-primary level. Students who have [Some of these modules are optional, so you studied Irish in DCU have been recognised can choose what you might like to specialise in.] by the Teaching Council on an individual Evolution of Ireland’s Physical Landscape | basis. Other career options include the Irish- Society, Space and Inequality | Humanitarian language sector, journalism, broadcasting, Action | Population Geography | Global administration and management. Urbanism | Geographical Research Methods for Urban Areas | Climate Change: Causes and Consequences | Cultural Geography: Landscape, Heritage and Identity | Geographical Research Methods – Geopolitics | Research Methods in Physical Geography

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Optional Study Abroad / INTRA Our purpose is to provide you with the War in Ireland, 1916-1923 | British and Irish skills and information that will equip you to Women, 1900-1945 Final Year reconstruct and interpret historical events [Some of these modules are optional, based on a close reading of historical Future Career so you can choose what you might like works and the study of documents. You Graduates have gone on to pursue to specialise in.] Slums and Suburbs | will also be encouraged to analyse the careers in teaching, journalism, public Historical Geography | Water Resources of major themes and issues you will encounter administration, business, politics, Ireland | Geopolitics of the Middle East and in the course, of your studies. When you managment, library work and information North Africa | Children’s Geographies | successfully complete the course you retrieval. Becoming an Historical Geographer | will possess the skills and qualifications Geography and Natural Ecosystems | necessary to pursue a variety of career Geographies of Economies | Advanced pathways or further study. Human Development (this subject is Urban Geography Research Project | offered only on DC009) Political Geography: Space of Memory | What Will I Study? Environmental Geographic Information Why is this subject for me? Year 1 Systems (GIS) Introduction to History: Historical Practice Human Development is a unique subject and Interpretation | Making of Modern which seeks to understand well-being Future Career Ireland, 1850-1998 | Early Modern Europe, and how humans flourish in different As a geography graduate you, will have 1450-1700 | History Workshop: Turning dimensions and at different stages of many potential areas of employment open Points | The History of the Irish Landscape | the life-span. You will be introduced to to you including planning, local/community The World since 1945 Psychology, Sociology and Philosophy. development, environmental consultancy, This holistic course addresses wider social, housing policy, diplomatic service, Year 2 cultural, economic and political factors regional development, humanitarian [Some of these modules are optional, so which enhance or endanger human aid, public service, tourism, museum you can choose what you might like to well-being. There is an emphasis on the / heritage management, wildlife and specialise in.] Ireland, 1690-1850 | Europe, historical dimension of how people have nature conservation, market research and 1648-1848 | Victorian Britain: Society and reflected on themselves in the past, while at teaching. Culture | Irish Women in the Long 19th the same time you look at recent research Century | Childhood and Children in the and become familiar with a range of Western World | Russia's 20th Century | research methodologies. You will consider History Death and Disease in History | Political, conflicting value orientations and discuss Social and Cultural Change in 20th Century controversial issues concerning human Why is this subject for me? Britain | Early Medieval Ireland, 431-1169 | behaviour and identity. The personal, History is an exciting subject to study Medieval Christianity reflective and creative thinking skills that at third level. It will provide you with an you develop in this subject prepare you well unrivalled opportunity to explore how Optional Study Abroad / INTRA for work in a changing competitive global human beings behave, grounded on a close environment. From the complementary examination of what they have done in all Final Year perspectives of Psychology, Sociology and areas of the world but with a special focus [Some of these modules are optional, so Philosophy, your course work will help you to on the history of Ireland from the Stone- you can choose what you might like to develop a critical understanding of human Age to the present. specialise in.] Modern Europe, 1845-1945 | needs and capacities at crucial stages of Introduction to Popular Cultures in Ireland, the developmental process. More particularly, you will study how 1800-1950 | Cultural History | Modern societies are formed; how people relate; America, 1830-1972 | A History of Northern What Will I Study? how new ideas emerge and take hold; and Ireland, 1912-1998 | Introduction to Modern Year 1 how individuals, great and ordinary, shape European Political Thought | Crime and Introduction to Human Development 1 and and negotiate the challenges that are a Punishment, c. 1750-1950 | Medieval 2 | Social and Emotional Development of constant in human life. Archaeology | Public Health in Ireland, the Child | Social Contexts of Childhood | c.1850-1950 | Revival and Revolution in Intellectual Development of the Child | Ireland, 1884-1922 | Revolution and Civil Philosophy: Perspectives on Childhood

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Year 2 The languages available on the BA Joint Psychology 1: Learning and Motivation | Honours course are: Recurrent Themes in the History of Ideas | Psychology 2: Psychology of Adolescence | ¬ French (intermediate level only) Social Contexts of Adolescence | An ¬ German (intermediate level only) Introduction to Existentialist Philosophy | Sociology of Adulthood ¬ Spanish (intermediate level only)

(A minimum of H4 is required in your chosen Optional Study Abroad / INTRA language.) Final Year Future Career Undertaking a Research Project | Psychopathology | Social Psychology | Foreign language graduates are consistently Counselling and Psychotherapy | Contemporary among the most employable of all university Challenges in Human Development | Social graduates, and can join a wide range Psychology | Research Methods of professions. Their skills are valued in particular in the export sector, multi-national Future Career corporations and international organisations. Some graduates may become career linguists Through the combination of lectures, (language teachers or language specialists of workshops, educational visits/trips and other kinds), sometimes after further study. tutorials offered you will have the opportunity to develop intellectually and critically. Many Indeed, this degree will suit you if you wish to students who take Human Development move pursue a teaching career, as it complies with into education or community-type work. You current requirements set down by the Teaching can also choose to do further courses in the Council for teaching French, German and fields of counselling, human resources (HR) and Spanish at post-primary level. Students wishing business. Post-graduate study in the humanities to teach are required to make relevant subject or education has been a strong tradition with choices. Human Development students.

French International Languages Why is this subject for me? Why are these subjects for me? Studying French at DCU will bring you on a At DCU you will develop excellent linguistic and cultural journey through France communication skills in your chosen language. and also through the different parts of La You will enjoy the profound satisfaction that Francophonie, the French-speaking world being really proficient in a foreign language that extends from Canada through to South brings. You will also be able to explore the America, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and linguistic and cultural diversity associated with parts of Asia and Oceania. French, an official your chosen language and discover a range of language of the United Nations and several perspectives that will encourage you to think other major international organisations, is one critically about how cultures relate to one of the great languages of diplomacy and is another. You will develop a cultural sensitivity also highly sought after in the business world, that will help you to negotiate increasingly reflecting France’s status as one of the world’s multicultural societies and workplaces. largest economies. After English, French is the Throughout, you will be taught by experienced, most widely taught foreign language in the committed and enthusiastic teachers and world, and France is the most visited country researchers, who embrace areas such as on the planet, so there is never a shortage of cinema, cultural studies, linguistics, literature, opportunities to use your French. translation, digital technologies and visual arts as instructional tools.

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What Will I Study? Year 2 Law German Language | German Translation Year 1 Why is this subject for me? Practice | German Literature and Film | French Language | French Society Textual Studies | German for International Studying law at DCU will give you a clear and Literature | Language Culture Business understanding of how the legal process and International Communication | operates and how law influences and is Contemporary Cultural Debates Optional Study Abroad / INTRA influenced by a diverse range of social forces. In addition to learning core legal Year 2 Final Year rules and principles, you will learn to reflect French Language | French Literature and German Language | German Language critically on how these are shaped and Film | French Translation Practice | French and Culture | German Literature and developed and on the role the law plays in Fantasy Literature | Textual Studies Society | Sexualities, Languages and the regulation of social systems. Through Societies | German Intermediate Oral Skills the innovative teaching and learning Optional Study Abroad / INTRA supports provided by a committed team of lecturers, you will develop excellent Final Year Spanish research, analytical, advocacy and French Language and Culture | French presentation skills. Intermediate Oral Skills | Memory and Why is this subject for me? Identity | Modern French Poetry | Language Studying Spanish at DCU will bring you on What Will I Study? Modules a linguistic and cultural journey through Year 1 Spain and Latin America. After Chinese, The Irish Legal System | Constitutional Spanish is the second most widely spoken German Law | Law of Torts | Advanced Torts| Legal native language on the planet, with over Research and Methods Why is this subject for me? 425 million native speakers worldwide. An official language of the United Nations Studying German at DCU will bring you Year 2 and several other major international on a linguistic and cultural journey not Criminal Law 1 and 2 | Law of Contract | organisations, it is used on a world stage, only through Germany, Europe’s most EU Law | Advanced EU Law | Advanced and also provides a gateway to the vibrant populous country, but also the other lands Contract Law cultures and emerging economies of Latin where German is an official language, America. such as Austria and Switzerland. As Optional Study Abroad / INTRA German is the most widely spoken native What Will I Study? language in Europe, and the language of Final Year one of the world’s largest economies, the Year 1 Property Law 1 and 2 | Company Law 1 | opportunities to use it for business and Spanish Language | Spanish Society Trusts Law | Company Law 2 | International pleasure are boundless. And given their and Literature | Language, Culture Human Rights Law position at the centre of a Europe in flux, and International Communication | there has never been a more interesting Contemporary Cultural Debates Future Career time to learn about German-speaking This subject offers you a route into a legal societies. Year 2 career. If you study Law as part of your Spanish Language | Spanish for Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours course, What Will I Study? International Business | Spanish Literature you will be entitled to sit the Law Society's and Film | Spanish Translation Practice | Year 1 entrance examination (FE1). Most of the Textual Studies German Language | German Society subjects taken in the degree course are the and Literature | Language, Culture same as those examined in the FE1. There Optional Study Abroad / INTRA and International Communication | is also some subject overlap with the Bar Contemporary Cultural Debates Council examinations run by the Honourable Final Year Society of King's Inns, which you must pass Spanish Language | Spanish Language and if you wish to pursue a career as a barrister. Culture | Latin America: Society Literature But before you can qualify to sit the King's and Culture | Sexualities, Languages and Inns entrance examinations, you will first Society | Spanish Internediate Oral Skills need to successfully complete the King's Inns diploma course.

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The skills you develop on this course will also production companies, advertising, public stand you in good stread for a range of future relations, market research, publishing, careers outside the legal profession. Studying event management, arts administration, Law on the Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours government services and local administration. course (DC292/DC295) does not entitle you The degree also provides a strong foundation to go straight to the King's Inns entrance for further study. examination.

Music - restricted entry Media Studies (this subject is offered only on DC009)

Why is this subject for me? Why is this subject for me?

Media Studies will equip you with the This course is designed for students who wish knowledge and theoretical foundations to build on their knowledge and experience of required to understand and analyse the role music. It takes place in a vibrant School that played by mass media in modern society. performs a key role in the cultural and social You will learn how individuals are shaped life of the University and the wider community. by culture, about the social and economic pressures on media organisations, and the Studying music will enable you to develop your way mass media are used by government, musicality and deepen your understanding of corporations and others to influence us as the subject from a range of musicological and citizens and as consumers. You will study how cultural perspectives. You will gain knowledge audiences receive and interpret messages, and understanding of classical, traditional, and about the different uses of print, film, popular and other music styles, drawing on radio, TV and the internet. You will engage a range of practical, analytical and critical in the current debate about how social approaches. You will systematically develop media may radically change the relationship your practical skills and techniques in music between individuals and political-commercial writing/composition, music listening and power structures. music technology.

What Will I Study? You will continue studying an instrument and/or voice throughout the course and Year 1 participate in choral and/or other group Introduction to Communication Studies | musical activities. You will also take modules History and Structure of the Media | Analysing that explore music in contexts of human Media Content | Cultural Studies experience and culture.

Year 2 What Will I Study? Media Audiences | Media and Power | Social Media in Everyday Life | Film History and The course involves core modules over each of Theory the three years in music writing/composition, performance and musicology. You will also Optional Study Abroad / INTRA take modules in music technology, music theory, solfège/aural training, conducting, Final Year ethnomusicology and interdisciplinary music Media Law | Media, Religion and Society | studies. During your final year you will be Press and Public Relations | Communication, guided towards a dissertation based on a Media and Cultural Diversity | Science, music topic of your choice. Technology and Society | Television Drama Year 1 Future Career Performance / Participation in Music 1 | Composition, Theory and Applied Techniques There are many exciting employment 1 | Topics in Musicology 1 | Composition, opportunities in the public and private sectors. Theory and Applied Techniques 2 | Topics in These include work in media and independent Musicology 2 111 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Modules on offer in each Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) subjects

Year 2 Historically grounded and global in extent, Politics Performance / Participation in Music philosophy at DCU is also distinct for Why is this subject for me? 2 | Composition, Theory and Applied its 'practical' emphasis, and focuses on Techniques 3 | Topics in Musicology important ethical and moral debates in Studying politics at DCU will allow you 3 | Composition, Theory and Applied each year of study. to understand and engage with decision Techniques 4 | Topics in Musicology 4 making at the national, regional and global What Will I Study? levels. You will study areas as diverse as Optional Study Abroad / INTRA counter-terrorism, the European Union, the Year 1 United States of America, international Introduction to Philosophy: Central Issues Final Year political economy, the Middle East and and Questions | Introduction to Ethics | [Some of these modules are optional, so development, to name just a few. The Introduction to Political Philosophy | you can choose what you might like to school is a leading centre for the study Reason, Argument, Analysis: Introduction specialise in.] Performance/ Participation in of politics and international relations in to Logic | Knowledge, Belief, Scepticism: Music 3 | Musicological Research | Ireland, and you will benefit from the skills Introduction to Epistemology | Texts 1 Composition, Theory and Applied and experience of a dedicated, supportive Techniques 5 | Topics in Musicology 5 | and highly qualified academic team. Year 2 Composition, Theory and Applied Aesthetics | Irish Philosophy | Metaphysics: Techniques 6 | Topics in Musicology 6 | What Will I Study? An Historical Introduction | Philosophy of Choral Studies/Conducting Religion | Environmental Ethics and Global Year 1 Moral Issues | Texts 2 Introduction to Politics | Introduction to Future Career International Relations and Security | Typical career opportunities for music Optional Study Abroad / INTRA Research Methods | Introduction to graduates include those in broadcast and European Integration | American Political online media; arts organisations; post- Year 3 System | Introduction to Development primary, primary and instrumental/vocal Research Paper | Global Voices in teaching; and performing/conducting. Philosophy | Bioethics | Topics in Year 2 Continental Philosophy | Topics in Feminist The Irish Political System | Conflict, Security Philosophy | Texts 3 and Peace | America and the Wider World | Philosophy The Politics of the International Political (this subject is offered only on DC009) Future Career Economy

Why is this subject for me? Employees value the skills in analysis and Optional Study Abroad / INTRA clear communication which philosophy can Philosophy provides foundations for so provide. Typical graduate career paths much of humanity’s intellectual endeavour. Final Year include: teaching, journalism, academia, Questions and issues regarding coherence, Contemporary Politics of the Middle East public administration, public relations, arts identity, meaning and value, for example, and North Africa | Post-Soviet Politics | administration, human rights bodies and arise continuously across disciplines and Political Terrorism | Issues in European legal affairs. practices – but it is philosophy that gives Integration | Unrecognised States in the a systematic and historically informed International System | Political Leadership analysis of the "first principles" involved in such consideration. Students of philosophy Future Career study a wide variety of foundational topics Our graduates have gone on to work and issues, and become participants in in international NGOs and European the great adventure of human thought institutions, as well as in the public and about, for example, the nature of the self, private sectors in Ireland and abroad. the status of the good, the reliability of Politics at DCU will equip you with the skills knowledge, the best political state, or how to become both a critically engaged citizen we might understand beauty. and an active leader in our globalised world.

112 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BACHELORS OF ARTS: JOINT HONOURS Additional Information Contact Details for Visit Us Online Please see page 219 for information on estimated DC009 and DC291, DC292, www.dcu.ie/arts costs and financial support available if part of your DC293, DC295 course requires you to study abroad. Dr Susan Hegarty E [email protected]

World Religions and Theology Optional Study Abroad / INTRA

Why is this subject for me? Final Year Are you interested in exploring the big Social Ethics and Service-Learning questions about life? Do you want to Placement | New Testament: The Gospels | understand the historical and contemporary Advanced Topics in TRS | Religion: significance of religious faith? Do you have Philosophical and Sociological Approaches | questions about contemporary ethical The Qur’an and Hadith: Sources of Islam | dilemmas? If so, World Religions and Theology Introduction to Classical Arabic | Introduction will help you debate these kinds of perennial to Biblical Hebrew | Introduction to Koine questions, closely analyse ancient and modern Greek texts and develop insights into cultural and religious diversity. It will do so through Future Career a variety of exciting modules covering a Theology and Religious Studies graduates broad range of subjects from the Hebrew, work in various areas of professional Christian and Islamic Scriptures to key thinkers activity, including teaching, lecturing and in Western and Islamic philisophy; from adult education; pastoral work; journalism; systematic theology to ethics; from world communications; politics and social sciences, religions to gender theories. You will have European and international religious agencies; the opportunity to become involved with voluntary and community organisations; the wider community beyond the University social justice and human rights bodies; through service-learning placements with development work and research. Please note social justice organisations, including working that in some areas a relevant postgraduate with people who are homeless and refugees. qualification may be required. The study of World Religions and Theology is open to students of all backgrounds, religious and secular.

What Will I Study?

113 BA in Communication Studies People, society, media – explore the world of communications

Why DCU? The degree calls for the ability to work as a Course Structure member of a team as well as the motivation ¬ Explore the world of communication The purpose of the course is to help you and self-confidence to work alone. At this while learning the basics of media understand contemporary communication stage, you may not know what career production theory and practice. In other words, how interests you most and Communication communication works and how it affects ¬ Combine a theoretical understanding of Studies is designed to show you the world of daily life. The course is structured around communication, media and society, with communications to help you decide. four key elements: foundation modules, best practice in media production core modules, production modules and Additional Requirements ¬ The longest-running undergraduate optional modules. degree of its type in Ireland, with a In addition to the general entry reputation for academic and creative requirements for admission to the The foundation modules in Year 1 provide excellence University (see page 208), the following a basic grounding in the disciplines you entry requirement apply: minimum of H4 in will need for more advanced work in ¬ Meet teaching staff with professional English. later years. Core modules in Years 2 and experience in electronic and print media 3 help you develop a critical awareness as well as in academic research Understanding: Communications of developments in the areas of ¬ Great career prospects in private and communication, media and cultural studies. Think of the many ways in which we public communication institutions in communicate. We communicate with each Ireland and abroad The production modules develop your skills other (inter-personal communication). in audio, video, imaging, communication Companies and public bodies use and presentation. With your optional About You communications to operate effectively modules, you will develop expertise in (organisational communication) and to You have a strong interest in people, the a number of key areas that reflect your interact with the public (public relations, arts and the media. You are creative particular aptitudes and aspirations. advertising, information campaigns). Then and very curious about how the world The optional (non-production) research there’s the media - be it news and current of communications works. You want a project in the final year is a piece of original affairs or entertainment, communications degree that teaches you how to think academic work. inform us and help us to understand so critically about the world while also much of what goes on around us. The BA offering practice-based modules that will in Communication Studies will give you ensure you are a multi-skilled and flexible a thorough understanding of the role graduate. communications play locally, nationally and internationally by teaching you how to If you are enrolling as a mature student, you think critically about them in their various will have a keen interest in communications forms. Its production-based modules will and the sort of life experience that will also develop your creative, analytical and enable you to benefit from the course as problem-solving skills. well as contribute to academic life in the School during your years here.

114 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BA IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online The degree also provides a strong foundation for Dr Aileen O Driscoll www.dcu.ie/DC131 further study. T +353 (0) 1 700 8970 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year 2 CAO code

Future Careers  Event Management  Market Research  Academic Positions  Media Production  Public Relations  Publishing  Advertising

In These Areas  Media and Independent Companies What Our Graduates Say  Arts Administration  Public Service Communication Studies is a unique course with a wide variety of modules that allow you to  Government Services develop academically while encouraging you to engage creatively outside of the lecture  Local Administration hall. Over the three years, you gain valuable skills in modules such as video production, press and public relations and cultural studies. The BA in Communication Studies allows Look online (website details at top of you to explore all aspects of media and communications and I couldn't recommend a page) for more information about future better course for you to follow your passion and explore your potential. careers in your chosen field.

Carmel Kenny, BA in Communication Studies

115 BA in Journalism Help people understand the world

Why DCU? Mature Students The role of journalists is varied – it can be to entertain or educate as well as to inform ¬ Develop a broad range of skills for If you are coming to us as a mature student, the public. working in all areas of journalism you will have had an interest in journalism for some time, the sort of life experience ¬ Be taught by experienced journalists The School of Communications promises that will enable you to contribute as much and researchers to teach you to tell your stories in ways to the course as you will get from it, and that follow best practice in journalism. We ¬ Learn through an integration of theory, the ability to write clear, error-free English. offer a sweep of practical and theoretical practice, and critical reflection You should apply through the CAO by 1 courses across a wide variety of media February – there is no late application for ¬ Create a portfolio of original journalism platforms. We welcome applications for this course. by the end of the course this course from people who feel that they have something to say and who want to ¬ Undertake a final-year work placement Mature applicants are asked to learn more about how to say it in a way that – unique to Ireland - with a media submit, along with their other paper makes sense to audiences and readers. organisation documentation, a hard copy of a published or unpublished article of approximately Course Structure 750 words of their own composition, written About You for a specific publication. If the article has The BA in Journalism combines three sets The key characteristics of journalists are a been published, state when and in which of studies. First, it provides the essential profound sense of curiosity about people publication. If the article is unpublished, practical skills, you will need to produce and the world, and the ability to write indicate the newspaper or periodical for original journalism, such as reporting and clearly. You should have strong verbal which you think your submission would be writing for different media, (including social reasoning skills, enjoy reading and writing best suited. Advice for mature applicants is media). Second, it provides the knowledge and have an interest in books and all available at of culture, politics, society, law and ethics kinds of media. You also need the ability www.dcu.ieregistry/undergrad that you need as essential context for your to absorb large amounts of information journalism. Third, it provides a theoretical quickly, the analytic skills to understand Understanding: Journalism study of journalism and communications that information, and the writing skills to that will help you understand your role as Have you ideas about the future? Can you communicate it clearly. a journalist and the function of journalism see what ought to be changed now? We in society. To provide these skills and need journalists to analyse, examine and As journalists are storytellers, you should understandings, you will be taught by reveal how things work and what the future have an interest in the power of stories lecturers who are also practising journalists holds for people. to help explain the world. You are keen to in close touch with the profession, and by explore written, video, and audio forms of researchers who are scholars of national The BA in Journalism degree is intended storytelling, including new forms that can and international reputation. for those with enquiring minds who want be seen on various social media platforms. to learn how to tell stories in a way that will If you have creative ability, you can use it to An essential element of the final year of help people in Ireland and internationally produce journalism through photography the course is an eight-week INTRA work to find the best way forward. and publication design. If you have placement with a media organisation. On mathematical and analytical skills, you this placement, you will put into practice The technologies of journalism change, but can apply them in the production of data the skills and understandings developed the need for it does not. Online, in print, journalism. over the previous three years of the course. across the airwaves or in social media, All journalism students must complete stories are told that engage the public and Additional Requirements a relevant work placement arranged or help us understand our world. In all areas of approved by the University. In addition to the general entry life, from business to politics, from culture requirements for admission to the to religion, from sports to lifestyles, people University (see page 208), the following look to journalism for guidance. entry requirement apply: minimum of H4 in English.

116 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE JOURNALISM IN BA Contact Details Visit Us Online Dr Declan Fahy www.dcu.ie/DC132 T +353 (0) 1 700 7027 E [email protected]

Future Careers What Our Graduates Say  Reporter  Editor The BA in Journalism is an ideal course for any motivated student wishing to pursue  Researcher a career in media, whether in print, radio or television or online. The diverse range of modules teaches students the history of journalism and the modern skills needed in today’s  Producer media workplace, such as news gathering, fact-checking, presenting, audio production  Presenter and feature writing. In These Areas Aaron Gallagher, BA in Journalism  Journalism  Public Relations and

The course covers both the theory and practical side of journalism. By the time you finish, Strategic Communication you will have a portfolio of work and the print, audio and video skills to get you started in  Public Service the professional world of journalism. Lecturers encourage you to get involved in journalism  Corporate straight away with the University’s student-run media outlets DCUfm, DCUtv and The Communications College View. Working in The Journal.ie, my INTRA placement offered the experience of working in a real news room. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Roisin Nestor, BA in Journalism careers in your chosen field.

117 BSc in Multimedia Create and critique compelling interactive media, through understanding and using theory and technology

Why DCU? About You Media technologies and productions have a role in the expressive arts, and in public ¬ Our teaching staff are experienced You need a creative, enquiring outlook and private spaces where we interact with media professionals from research and and an interest in creating engaging information. DCU’s BSc in Multimedia industry and interactive media experiences. equips you to critically analyse these Our graduates are highly successful ¬ DCU’s BSc in Multimedia was the first of interactions and to create original ones, designers, developers, artists, educators, its type in Ireland, with a strong record grounded in a sound understanding of entrepreneurs, and scholars. If, like them, of excellence record of excellence theory and design. you are intrigued by the relationship we ¬ Our graduates work at the highest levels have with media and digital technologies in Course Structure with their employers recognising the our lives, and want to explore, improve and value of their degree course expand that relationship, this is the course Your degree course focuses on the for you. conceptual and creative dimensions of ¬ You get to shape your degree by multimedia as well as the technological choosing areas of special interest after You do not need existing skills or practical aspects. You will develop an understanding exploring a wide variety of ideas experience in the analysis or design of of theory relevant to digital media, ¬ We are continually updating the media. You should enjoy working with including issues of content and form, and course to ensure it stays relevant to digital technologies and be interested in the relationship of media to society. the contemporary media scene and problem solving, creative expression and prepares you to enter a dynamic working in focused team projects. The You will acquire a command of the concepts industry various modules will introduce you to a and practices in digital text, image and range of core skills from which you can build sound manipulation and in multimedia and specialise. authoring. This will equip you to contribute to multimedia product development and to If you are coming to us as a mature student, manage diverse multimedia projects. you will have an interest in digital and media technologies. Your experience and A range of specialisms is possible, based on enthusiasm for these areas will allow you to your choice of modules. For example, your contribute to a team-focused course that choices might emphasise digital imaging provides a solid foundation in the creative and graphic design skills, application and industries and gives you opportunities to interface building, or project management specialise. and media law. Your options allow you to build upon the strengths you discover in Additional Requirements Year 1.

In addition to the general entry Project work is a vital part of this degree requirements for admission to the and you will be set numerous individual and University (see page 208), the following group projects throughout Years 1, 2 and 3. entry requirement apply: minimum of H4 in These all contribute to your overall grade. English.

Understanding: Multimedia

Contemporary and emerging digital media technologies are increasingly central to our everyday lives. These technologies are widely used for the creation, display and interaction of content we engage with regularly in many areas of life - from education to work, entertainment, or news reporting.

118 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BS c Contact Details Visit Us Online

Dr Dónal Mulligan www.dcu.ie/DC133 IN MULTIMEDIA T +353 (0) 1 700 6128 E [email protected]

CAO code DC133

Years 3

Min points 403

Places 70

Future Careers  Digital Project Manager  Game / App Designer What Will I Study? Optional Modules Audio | Imaging and Design 2 | Interactive  Graphic Design The following list includes core and optional Applications | Scriptwriting | E-Learning  UI Design modules: Theory and Design | Animation | Media  Interaction Design / User Spaces | Analysing Advertising | Film Year 1 Experience Consultant History and Theory Critical Skills for Research and Production |  Digital Animator Sound Production | Imaging and Design | Year 3  Sound Designer / Editor Media Theory and History | Information Project Development | Emerging Media |  VFX Artist Design | Responsive Media | Digital Video | Best Practice | Major Project (Group  Video Editor Writing for Media | Psychology, Media and Production OR Solo Dissertation) Creativity In These Areas Optional Modules Year 2 Media, Religion and Society | Media Law |  Interaction Design New Media and Society | Critical Praxis | Press and Public Relations | Uaneen Extra- Consultancy Interaction Design | Advanced Video Curricular Activities) Production  Digital Media Agency  Web and App Design Agency  Broadcast Production – What Our Graduates Say TV and Film  Advertising Agency DCU Multimedia's balanced grounding in creativity and technology is invaluable in an industry where designers are expected to be an expert in not one, but many fields.  Social Media  Games Development Richard Nolan, BSc in Multimedia. Lead Graphic Designer, Secret Cinema London  E-Commerce

Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future This course offers so many diverse opportunities. I'm currently a Director of Product in a careers in your chosen field. 500+ strong organisation, spanning multiple locations, but my career path to get here has touched on many areas relating to Multimedia.

Síle Brehony BSc in Multimedia. Director of Product, HubSpot 119 BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation Learn how culture and society shape our world

Why DCU? where you can gain valuable experience. In each year of the course you will take At its core, the BA in Social Sciences and modules from all three pillars, with the ¬ Unique modules from the Social Cultural Innovation aims to help you choice of options increasing annually. In the Sciences relating to Sociology, Media, develop the knowledge, skills and abilities final year you choose to specialise in one Politics and Innovation needed for your personal and career pillar, while continuing to study the other ¬ Flexibility and focus, specialising as you development, and empowers you to pursue two, and you will also have the opportunity progress through the programme your goals with passion, professionalism to do in-depth research on a particular and purpose. topic of interest. Throughout the course ¬ Innovative modules focused on you will do a variety of modules focusing on developing key transferable skills Course Structure essential transferable skills, and from the ¬ Opportunity for a study year abroad outset your career development is given The course is structured around three or a one-year paid work placement attention. specific pillars, comprising both core and (INTRA) optional modules, relating to the study of With unique modules covering topics ¬ Focus on applying your knowledge in culture, media and politics. ranging from applied ethics to social creative and impactful ways psychology, multiculturalism to social (i) Self, Society and Innovation: innovation, and journalism to creative Explore the meaning and power of About You thinking, the BA in Social Sciences and culture; study key social identities such as Cultural Innovation is designed to help If you are interested in exploring how gender, nationality, ethnicity and social you stand out, rather than simply fit in, culture, media and politics shape our world class; examine the drivers and impacts of whatever your choice of career may be. and identity, curious about what drives globailsation and mass migration; identify innovation and future trends, stimulated by local, national and global challenges; and After Year 2, you can opt for a year of study learning how to design creative approaches develop creative strategies to address in one of our overseas partner universities, to social issues, and keen to develop the these. or apply for a year-long paid work knowledge, skills and abilities that enable placement (INTRA). Availing of this option you to carve out your own career path, then (ii) Media, Messaging and the Digital makes it a four-year course, and adds this is the course for you. World: significant value to the student experience Examine the hugely influential role played at multiple levels. Additional Requirements by media and technology in society; analyse advertising and other media The general entry requirements for Year Abroad outputs; study the history of journalism and admission to the University apply (see page how it is evolving; explore the challenges Our international partner universities are 208). and opportunities facing traditional and either based in an English-speaking country new media in the 21st century, including the or are European universities where modules Understanding: ever-increasing role of social media. are delivered through English. Currently, Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation we have partnerships in Austria, Czech The BA in Social Sciences and Cultural (iii) Politics, Power and Republic, France, Germany, Spain and USA. Innovation brings an applied focus to Internationalisation: the Social Sciences, in particular the Learn about national and international This will add significant value to your disciplines of Sociology, Media and Politics, political systems; reflect on the concept of student experience. Availing of this option as well as newer areas such as Social power in personal, political and economic makes your degree a four-year course. Entrepreneurship and Cultural Innovation. relations; consider how various innovations influence how citizens engage with politics; The course also prioritises skills such as examine political ideologies and conflicts creativity, leadership, ethical and critical from around the world; explore diverse thinking, digital literacy, intercultural approaches to international security and communication, and future thinking. political terrorism. Furthermore, you have the possibility of studying abroad for one-year or doing a year-long paid work placement (INTRA)

120 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BA IN SOCIAL SCIENCES AND CULTURAL INNOVATION Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online The degree also provides a strong foundation for Dr Ciarán Dunne www.dcu.ie/DC238 further study. T +353 (0) 1 700 6144 E [email protected]

CAO code DC238

INTRA Final Year Years Creativity and the Emerging Future | Issues 3 or 4 The year-long paid work placement will in Multiculturalism | Gender and Politics | give you a unique opportunity to enhance Min points Media, Religion and Society | Dissertation your CV, increase your employability and 358 apply your knowledge and skills in the Optional Modules Places real world. This option is competitive and Media Law | Television Drama | Media, 50 subject to the availability of placements. Religion and Society | Press and Public For more information on the INTRA Internship Relations | Perspectives on the Information programme at DCU, please visit www.dcu. Society | Communication, Media and Yes ie/intra Cultural Diversity | Science, Technology and Society | Journalism in the Hybrid What Will I Study? Media System | Sexualities, Languages The following list includes core and optional and Society | Perspectives on Children’s Future Careers modules: Literature | Conflict Resolution in Northern Ireland | Business and Media Culture across  Media and Communications Core Modules the World | Nationalism and Populism in Specialist Year 1 the 21st Century | Post-Soviet Politics |  Political Advisor Introduction to Communications | Politics of Sub-Saharan Africa | Politics of  Diplomat Analysing Media Content | Cultural South Asia | Issues in European Integration |  Strategic Planning Executive Studies | Power, Self and Society | Issues in American Politics | Contemporary  Contemporary Cultural Debates | Personal Politics of the Middle East and North Innovation Manager Leadership for University and Life | Africa | Uaneen Module (Extra-Curricular  Social Entrepreneur Interculturalism in Practice | Introduction Activities)  Corporate Social to Modern Ireland | Introduction to Politics | Responsibility Introduction to International Relations and Optional modules are chosen subject to Executive Security timetabling constraints.  Trainer and Educator Year 2 Social Psychology | History of Journalism | In These Areas Ireland, Sex and Text | Applied Ethics |  Digital and Traditional Effecting Social Change: Social Media Entrepreneurship | The Making of Contemporary Europe | Political Ideologies  Public Relations  Marketing Optional Modules  Politics Foreign Policy | Theoretical Approaches  Policy Development to International Politics | Social Media in  Government and Non- Everyday Life | Analysing Advertising | Crime, Policing and the Media | Global Governmental Cultures | Comparative European Politics | Organisations America and the Wider World | Film,  Strategic Consultancy History and Theory  Social Entrepreneurship  Creative and Cultural Optional Study Abroad / INTRA Industries  International Political and Commercial Organisations

Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. 121 BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies Gain competency in foreign languages and embrace Translation Studies

Why DCU? Understanding: You will select two languages from Chinese, Applied Language and Translation French, German, Japanese and Spanish as ¬ Open up global career opportunities Studies (ALTS) well as foundation modules in linguistics, with two languages culture and translation studies. You will This is a unique degree in Irish higher ¬ Gain a broad base of language, take either two intermediate languages, or education that aims to prepare a new linguistics, cultural and translation one intermediate and one beginner-level generation of translators and language studies language. professionals for the challenges and ¬ Use multimedia texts and software opportunities of the 21st century. You will Please note that Chinese and Japanese applications to enhance your translation study two foreign languages with exciting are offered at beginner level only (students skills combinations that include Chinese, French, with Leaving Certificate Japanese take two German, Japanese and Spanish. ¬ Spend a year at a partner university intermediate Japanese modules in Year 1). abroad French is offered at intermediate level only. This dynamic degree allows you to German and Spanish can be taken at either ¬ Gain top-quality language, translation explore the principles behind language, intermediate or beginner levels. and intercultural skills to meet the culture, translation and intercultural demand at home or abroad communication through a broad range Year Aborad of stimulating and innovative modules. You will use digital resources, and you will * Year 3 is normally spent studying at one of About You develop critical and creative thinking. our partner universities abroad. Students If you have a passion for languages, wish of Chinese or Japanese who are eligible for to reach high levels of proficiency in your You will acquire professional and academic the international pathway are required to chosen languages and are interested competencies as a linguist and a translator, spend Year 3 in China or Japan respectively. in exploring the field of translation, this allowing you to compete in the national Studying abroad provides a wonderful course is for you. and international marketplace. You will opportunity to experience the culture of also acquire significant technical skills another country and greatly enhance your Additional Requirements as you work with multimedia texts and a language skills. In your final year (Year 3 variety of software applications used by or Year 4), you will conduct independent In addition to the general entry translators. research for your dissertation, and take requirements for admission to the courses in language and translation. University (see page 208), the following ALTS is an all-round course that equips you entry requirements apply: minimum of H4 with the necessary skills while allowing you INTRA in French, German or Spanish. to enjoy your passion for languages. You may opt to apply for a year-long work placement in Year 3. This will give you a Course Structure unique opportunity to enhance your CV, The languages available on the BA in increase your employability and experience Applied Languages and Translation the relevance of your study in the real Studies are: world. This option is competitive and subject to the availability of placements. ¬ Chinese For more information on the INTRA programme at DCU, please visit ¬ French www.dcu.ie/intra ¬ German

¬ Japanese

¬ Spanish

122 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE STUDIES TRANSLATION AND LANGUAGE APPLIED IN BA Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Please see page 219 for information on estimated Dr Lucia Pintado-Gutierrez www.dcu.ie/DC155 costs and financial support available if part of your T +353 (0) 1 700 6015 course requires you to study abroad. E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year 3 CAO code ¬ Year abroad at a partner university*: DC155 Year 1 Follow the partner university's academic Two intermediate languages or one Years courses beginner and one intermediate language 4 [or 3*] ¬ Optional internship where available In addition to the two languages, all Min points students choose from the following: ¬ Students who do not meet the 371 requirements for a year abroad or Places Introduction to Translation Studies | INTRA will complete Year 3 in DCU, with Introduction to the Study of Language | Language and Translation modules, 50 Academic Writing | Chinese/French/ Dissertation, Optional Intercultural Internship German/Japanese/Spanish Society and modules Yes Literature

Year 4 Year 2 Dissertation (independent research) | Two intermediate lanauges or one Multimedia Translation | Introduction beginner and one intermediate language to Translation Theory | Introduction to

Interpreting | Chinese/French/German/ In addition to the two languages, all Japanese/Spanish Advanced Oral and students choose the following: Writing Skills | Chinese/French/German/ Japanese/Spanish Economic Translation | Textual Studies | Chinese/French/German/ Chinese/French/German/Japanese/ Japanese/Spanish Literature and Film | Spanish Scientific/Technical Translation Chinese/French/German/Japanese/ Spanish Translation Practice | Introduction * Students need to fulfil criteria in order to to Terminology | Computer Aided participate in the year-long study abroad Translation programme. Future Careers  Translator  Mediator between Cultural Groups What Our Graduates Say  Editor  Terminologist Applied Language and Translation Studies is a unique course which offers interesting language combinations not found at other universities in Ireland, such as Japanese  Educator and German or Chinese and Spanish. Over the course of four years, you will study two  Researcher languages with your third year spent abroad, which allows you to develop not only academically but also professionally and personally. In These Areas

Furthermore, being Ireland's only undergraduate degree in translation, you will learn  EU Institutions valuable skills in translation theory, machine translation and interpretation, all from  International industry experts. Furthermore, ALTS offers interesting modules in intercultural studies, Organisations history and film, which all help you to learn even more about the countries of your  Public Service languages..  Education Bobby Ó Rinn, BA in Applied Languages and Translation Studies Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field.

123 BA Gnó agus Gaeilge Gnó agus Gaeilge – Bí cruthaitheach agus iomaíoch

Cúig chúis mhaithe leis an BA Gnó agus Riachtanais Bhreise Struchtúr an Chláir Gaeilge a dhéanamh Anuas ar ghnáthriachtanais iontrála na Tá an clár seo bunaithe ar thrí ¬ Scileanna bainistíochta, gnó, hOllscoile (féach lch 208), caithfidh tú Grád phríomhréimse: ceannaireachta agus teicneolaíochta a O1 Gnáthleibhéal nó H4 Ardleibhéal a fhorbairt bheith agat i nGaeilge. ¬ Gnó agus Bainistíocht

¬ Feabhas a chur ar do chuid Gaeilge ¬ Teicneolaíocht na Faisnéise don Ghnó Saol: Gnó agus Gaeilge labhartha agus scríofa ¬ An Ghaeilge Chomhaimseartha San earnáil ghnó tá gá le daoine ¬ Buntáiste breise a thabhairt duit féin trí cruthaitheacha spleodracha. Bíonn fostóirí staidéar a dhéanamh ar an ngnó agus ag lorg daoine a bhfuil ardchumas sa Caithfidh tú Bliain 1agus Bliain 2 ag ar an nGaeilge ar bhealach atá difriúil ghnó agus scileanna i dteicneolaíocht na forbairt na réimsí sin. Beidh deis agat ina agus nua-aimseartha faisnéise acu. Níl ansin ach leath an scéil, dhiaidh sin bliain a chaitheamh ar chlár ¬ Slí bheatha shuimiúil a aimsiú duit féin, áfach. Bíonn géarghá acu freisin le daoine INTRA nó dul ar aghaidh go dtí an bhliain bíodh tú ag obair leis an nGaeilge nó i atá in ann smaoineamh agus oibriú taobh dheireanach. Gnóthóidh tú oideachas réims eile amuigh de na gnáthchleachtais, daoine leathan acadúil agus praiticiúil atá in atá in ann cumas bainistíochta agus tréithe oiriúint don saol comhaimseartha gnó ¬ Do chumas a léiriú trí thaithí oibre ceannaireachta a léiriú. Chun freastal ar agus bainistíochta trí mhodúil cosúil le luachmhar a fháil agus trí phlean gnó de na riachtanais seo tá struchtúr ar leith Bainistíocht Straitéiseach, Bainistíocht do chuid féin a chur le chéile faoi stiúir na ar an gclár. Tá an cur i láthair suntasach Tionscadal agus Bainistíocht Acmhainní léachtóirí freisin: déantar gnó iomlán an chúrsa Daonna a dhéanamh. Beidh tuiscint trí mheán na Gaeilge. Is í an Ghaeilge a agat ar chúrsaí cultúir agus forbróidh tú An Mac Léinn Féin thugann an t-aitheantas bunúsach sin dó. sárscileanna cumarsáide, chomh maith le Níl clár acadúil ar bith inchurtha leis seo do chumas sa Ghaeilge idir labhairt agus Beidh tú muiníneach as do chumas Gaeilge a chuireann clár oibre chomh maith sin ar scríobh. Rachaidh tú i dtaithí ar obair foirne idir labhairt agus scríobh. Beidh spéis agat fáil i gcúrsaí gnó agus bainistíochta, agus i agus beidh deis agat forbairt phearsanta a i gcúrsaí gnó agus i dteicneolaíocht na dteicneolaíocht na faisnéise don ghnó agus dhéanamh agus do shamhlaíocht a úsáid i faisnéise agus beidh tú airdeallach ar na é trí mheán na Gaeilge. Déantar staidéar gcomhthéacs cruthaitheach gnó. buntáistí a bhaineann leis an dá réimse ar an nGaeilge ar bhealach nuálach sin a nascadh le chéile. Cuirfidh Fiontar & praiticiúil. Tacaíonn fostóirí go tréan leis an Gaeilge an teanga teasgaisc ar an gcúrsa Scoil na Gaeilge timpeallacht foghlama gcur chuige seo agus tá nasc cruthaithe ag seo. spreagúil, chomhaimseartha ar fáil duit an gclár le comhlachtaí agus le heagrais agus forbróidh tú an cumas ceannaireachta mhóra náisiúnta agus idirnáisiúnta. atá ionat. Beidh tú ag iarraidh ról lárnach Cinntíonn an nasc seo go mbeidh buntáiste a imirt i saol na hOllscoile. Glacann mic ar leith agat agus tú ag stiúradh do ghairm léinn Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge páirt bheatha. ghníomhach i saol DCU agus bhí go leor acu páirteach cheana féin i gcláir ar nós Clár Washington-Éire, Clár Fulbright, comórtais Enactus agus Fiontraíocht Éireann chomh maith le comórtais agus sparántachtaí na hOllscoile féin.

124 CÉIM BAITSILÉARA ONÓRACHA BAITSILÉARA CÉIM BA GNÓ AGUS GAEILGE Sonraí Teagmhála Chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil, Rúnaí na Scoile téigh chuig: T +353 (0) 1 700 5614 www.dcu.ie/DC118 nó R [email protected] www.dcu.ie/fiontar_scoilnagaeilge

Modúil Roghnacha An Nuafhilíocht 2 | An Béaloideas | Litríocht Deiseanna Gairme an 17ú agus 18ú hAois | Ainmeolaíocht na Gaeilge  An Fhiontraíocht  Dearadh Bogearraí Gnó  Meáin Chumarsáide na Gaeilge  Seirbhísí Aistriúcháin  Na hEalaíona agus an Deir ár gCuid Céimithe Oidhreacht  An tOideachas Thaitin an cúrsa go mór liom, go háirithe na ranganna beaga. Ba dheis iontach í an taithí  Taighde oibre agus d’fhoghlaim mé an-chuid i gcaitheamh na tréimhse sin. Tá meascán maith sa chéim idir chúrsaí Gaeilge, chúrsaí gnó agus theicneolaíocht na faisnéise. Bhain mé Sna Réimsí Seo taitneamh agus tairbhe as an gcéim.  An Earnáil Phoiblí Caitríona Ní Mháille, BA Gnó agus Gaeilge  An Earnáil Phríobháideach  Earnáil an Chultúir  Teicneolaíocht na Faisnéise

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125 BA in Business and Irish (Irish-medium) Business and Irish – gain the skills to be creative and innovative

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ Develop business, management, In addition to the general entry Three main areas are covered by this leadership and technology skills requirements for admission to the course: University (see page 208), the following ¬ Improve your written and spoken Irish entry requirements apply: minimum of O1 ¬ Business and Management ¬ Take a novel and contemporary or H4 in Irish. ¬ Business Information Technology approach to the study of business and Irish Understanding: ¬ Modern Irish Business and Irish ¬ Develop an interesting career for yourself, whether working with Irish or in Today’s employers look for people with Years 1 and 2 develop these areas at DCU. a broad range of other sectors high-calibre business and information You can then choose whether to complete technology skills, but they also require a one-year work placement (INTRA) or go ¬ Demonstrate your ability through work people who can think and work ‘outside into your final year. experience and by developing your own the box’. They want dynamic individuals, business plan people who can manage and who possess This is a broad academic and practical leadership qualities, and that’s what this course suited to today’s business About You degree is all about. There is no comparable environment. There is particular emphasis degree which offers students such an on business, management, information You will be confident in your ability to advanced course of studies in business, technology and Irish, which are supported communicate effectively through Irish. management and information technology, by modules in Strategic Management, You will have an interest in business as well all through the medium of Irish. Employers Project Management and Human as information technology. What’s more, support this approach, and the course has Resources Management. You will develop you can identify the advantages that this strong links with national and international your understanding of Irish and further combination will bring. Fiontar & Scoil na companies and organisations. These links your communication skills in written Gaeilge will provide you with a modern, offer an impressive advantage over other and spoken Irish. You will gain valuable dynamic learning environment and will help graduates. experience working on group projects while you to cultivate your leadership potential. also developing personally by using your You will be keen to take part in extra- imagination in a creative business context. curricular activities on and off campus. Students of Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge play Irish is the language of instruction on the an active role in University life and have course. participated in programmes such as the Washington Irish Programme, the Fulbright Scholarship programme, Enactus and Enterprise Ireland Competitions, as well as University-supported competitions and bursaries.

126 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE (IRISH-MEDIUM) IRISH AND BUSINESS IN BA Contact Details Visit Us Online School Secretary www.dcu.ie/DC118 or Room: S116 www.dcu.ie/fiontar_scoilnagaeilge T +353 (0) 1 700 5614 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Entrepreneur  Business Software Design  Irish Language Media and What Our Graduates Say Translation Services  Arts and Heritage I really liked the course - the work experience was a great opportunity and I learned a lot during that period. There’s a good mix of Irish, business and information technology on the  Further Study - Teaching course. I enjoyed and benefited from the course in many ways.  Research

Caitríona Ní Mháille, BA in Business and Irish In These Areas  Public Sector  Private Sector  Cultural Sector  IT  Education

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127 BA Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha Borradh leanúnach faoi na meáin Ghaeilge

Cúig chúis mhaithe leis an BA Gaeilge, Riachtanais Bhreise Struchtúr an Chláir Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha Anuas ar ghnáthriachtanais iontrála na Le linn na dtrí bliana, cuirtear béim ar a dhéanamh: hOllscoile (féach lch 208), caithfidh tú Grád fhorbairt na réimsí seo a leanas: ¬ Scileanna iriseoireachta agus H4 Ardleibhéal a bheith agat i mBéarla teicneolaíochta a fhorbairt trí mheán na agus i nGaeilge. ¬ Scileanna praiticiúla iriseoireachta agus Gaeilge agus an Bhéarla cumarsáide Saol: Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na ¬ Feabhas a chur ar do chuid Gaeilge ¬ Tuiscint agus saineolas ar na meáin Meáin Dhigiteacha labhartha agus scríofa Ghaeilge agus dhátheangacha Tá na meáin dhigiteacha Ghaeilge ¬ Buntáiste breise a thabhairt duit ¬ Líofacht agus cruinneas sa Ghaeilge agus dhátheangacha faoi bhláth agus féin trí staidéar a dhéanamh ar an deiseanna den scoth ann do chéimithe ¬ Foghlaim faoi litríocht agus faoi chultúr iriseoireacht, ar na meáin dhigiteacha atá ábalta feidhmiú sa dá theanga. Bhí na Gaeilge agus ar an nGaeilge ar bhealach atá ról lárnach san fhorbairt seo ag seirbhísí difriúil agus nua-aimseartha uile RTÉ (raidió agus teilifís, TG4, RnaG) Tabharfaidh modúil ar nós ¬ Slí bheatha shuimiúil a aimsiú duit mar aon le Raidió na Life, Gaelscéal, Nuachtlaethanta, Online Journalism féin sna meáin chumarsáide nó in Nuacht24.com, Tuairisc.ie agus meáin eile. agus Cúrsa Teanga an mhuinín duit le earnáil an chaidrimh phoiblí, bíodh Tá deiseanna móra eile ann do chéimithe feidhmiú go héifeachtúil sa réimse seo. sé sin trí Ghaeilge, trí Bhéarla nó go atá oilte sa dá theanga de bharr forbairtí Agus tú lonnaithe ar Champas na Naomh dátheangach sa chumarsáid idirlín, Acht na dTeangacha Uile in DCU, faoi chúram Fiontar & Scoil Oifigiúla, agus Stádas na Gaeilge san ¬ Do chumas a léiriú trí thaithí oibre na Gaeilge agus i bpáirt le Scoil na Aontas Eorpach. Tá deiseanna fostaíochta luachmhar a fháil agus trí thionscadal Cumarsáide, beidh cleachtadh díreach ann dóibh siúd a bhfuil ardchumas acu mór iriseoireachta a dhéanamh sa agat ar thionscadail phraiticiúla oibre a sa Ghaeilge, mar aon le tuiscint shainiúil bhliain dheireanach chuirfidh le do chuid scileanna agus le do ar chleachtais, ar mhodhanna agus ar chuid saineolais. Tá áiseanna faoi leith ag fhorbairt na meán Gaeilge agus na meán Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge mar thaca leis An Mac Léinn Féin dátheangach. Is féidir gairm a bhunú sna an gclár. Le cinntiú go mbeidh tú in ann meáin i róil éagsúla, sna heagrais stáit agus An bhfuil fonn ort bheith ag obair sna dul chun cinn a dhéanamh san earnáil, chultúrtha chomh maith. meáin Ghaeilge agus Bhéarla nó i ról caithfidh tú trí mhí ag obair sna meáin le forbartha nó bainistíochta sna meáin? deis intéirneachta sna meáin chumarsáide Beidh buntáiste iomaíoch agat, i dtús nó le heagras poiblí nó príobháideach do ghairme go háirithe, má tá cumas i ról cumarsáide. Tabharfaidh an cúrsa dátheangach ionat. Cuirfidh Fiontar & seo buntáiste duit agus tú ag iarraidh do Scoil na Gaeilge timpeallacht foghlama ghairm bheatha a roghnú agus a fhorbairt spreagúil, chomhaimseartha ar fáil duit sna meáin nó i réimse an chaidrimh phoiblí. agus forbróidh tú an cumas iriseoireachta atá ionat. Beidh tú ag iarraidh ról lárnach Gaeilge an teanga teagaisc ar an a imirt i saol na hOllscoile. Glacann mic gcúrsa seo cé go mbíonn modúil Scoil na léinn Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge páirt Cumarsáide á múineadh trí Bhéarla. ghníomhach i saol iriseoireachta DCU – DCU FM, DCU TV agus nuachtán na hOllscoile The College View.

128 CÉIM BAITSILÉARA ONÓRACHA BAITSILÉARA CÉIM BA GAEILGE, IRISEOIREACHT AGUS NA MEÁIN DHIGITEACHA Sonraí Teagmhála Chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil, Rúnaí na Scoile téigh chuig: T +353 (0) 1 700 5614 www.dcu.ie/DC239 nó R [email protected] www.dcu.ie/fiontar_scoilnagaeilge nó www.dcu.ie/communications

News Reporting | Cúrsa Teanga 2 | Aistriúchán agus Eagarthóireacht Tuairisceoireacht Raidió | Teangeolaíocht na Gaeilge | Nuacht Teilifíse

Gan amhras, bíonn na scileanna a fhoghlaimíonn tú i rith an chúrsa luachmhar nuair Sna Réimsí Seo a chríochnaíonn tú an cúrsa in DCU – eiticí an iriseora, scileanna gramadaí agus  Na Meáin Ghaeilge agus scríbhneoireachta, srl. Cruthaíonn ardchaighdeán na mac léinn ar an gcúrsa dea- Dhátheangacha atmaisféar i rith na dtrí bliana. Tugann an cúrsa seo misneach agus féinmhuinín duit, agus is mór an buntáiste é sin nuair a fhágann tú an ollscoil.  An Ghaeltacht  An Fhiontraíocht Audrey Donoghue, Iar-Mhac Léinn  An tSeirbhís Phoiblí  An Earnáil Phríobháideach  Earnáil an Chultúir

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129 BA Irish, Journalism and Digital Media (Irish-medium) Be part of the continued success of Irish-language media

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ Develop journalism and technology skills In addition to the general entry The structure of the course over three years through Irish and English requirements for admission to the will help you to develop your: University (see page 208), the following ¬ Improve your written and spoken Irish entry requirements apply: minimum of H4 ¬ Practical journalistic and media skills ¬ Give yourself an extra advantage in English and Irish ¬ Knowledge and understanding of by taking a novel and contemporary bilingual and Irish-language media approach to the study of journalism and Understanding: Irish Irish and Journalism ¬ Fluency and accuracy in Irish

¬ Develop an interesting career in the The Irish-language and bilingual media ¬ Awareness of the literature and culture media or public relations through Irish or continue to thrive and these provide relating to the Irish language bilingually excellent opportunities for graduates who have the ability to operate to the highest ¬ Demonstrate your ability by acquiring Modules such as Newsdays, Online standards in both languages. A significant valuable work experience and by Journalism and Language Skills will give role in the development of the sector has completing a major journalism project in you the confidence and capability to been played by RTÉ (radio and television, your final year make a significant contribution to this TG4, RnaG), Raidió na Life, Nuacht24.com, dynamic sector. In DCU, staff in both Tuairisc.ie and other media. There are still Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge and the School About You more opportunities for graduates who of Communications will guide and support are fluent in both languages, owing to the Do you want to work in media through you. You will benefit from excellent facilities development of internet communications, Irish and English? If you can demonstrate and practical project work, which you will the enactment of the Official Languages bilingual ability then you will possess use to develop your skills and knowledge. Act and the granting of official status distinct advantages, particularly at the To add to your employability and to help to Irish in the EU. Excellent career start of your career. Fiontar & Scoil na you develop personally, you will complete opportunities exist for graduates with a Gaeilge will provide you with a modern, an invaluable three-month paid work high level of proficiency in Irish, a detailed dynamic learning environment and help placement (INTRA) in a communications/ knowledge of media operations and you to cultivate your journalism skills. You media role in either a public or a private practices, and a thorough understanding will be keen to take part in extra-curricular organisation with the opportunity of of Irish-language and bilingual media. A activities on and off campus. Students an INTRA in RTÉ. When combined, the broad range of careers are open within of Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge contribute elements of the course structure will act the media as well as state and cultural regularly to DCUfm, DCUtv and the as a launch pad for your future career in a organisations. campus newspaper, The College View. media or public affairs position.

Irish is the language of instruction on the course except on those modules taught by the School of Communications, which are delivered through English.

130 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE (IRISH-MEDIUM) MEDIA DIGITAL AND JOURNALISM IRISH, BA Contact Details Visit Us Online School Secretary www.dcu.ie/DC239 or T +353 (0) 1 700 5614 www.dcu.ie/fiontar_scoilnagaeilgeor E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/communications

What Will I Study? Year 3 CAO code Language Skills 3 | News Days | Irish DC239 Year 1 Language Terminology | Journalism in the News Writing | Language Skills 1 | Years Hybrid Media System | Perspectives on Introduction to Journalism | History of the 3 Political and Financial Journalism | Press Irish Language | Ethics of Journalism | and Public Relations | Journalism Project | Min points Modern Poetry and the Song Tradition in Work Placement | Research Module | Irish | Economic and Political Systems | N/A Irish Language Revival and Renewal | Irish-Language Media | News Editing | Places Sociolinguistics | Modern Irish Prose | Multimedia | Traditional Storytelling and Uaneen Module (Extra-Curricular 10 the Short Story Activities) Internship Year 2 Yes Feature Writing | Advanced News Reporting | Language Skills 2 | Translation and Editing | Modern Irish Poetry 2 | Reporting for Radio | Linguistics and the Irish Language | Television News | Irish Placenames | Media Law | News Design | Advanced News Reporting | Project Management | 17th and 18th Century Literature in Irish | Corporate Law and Governance | Modern Irish Poetry 2 | Irish Folklore Future Careers  Radio  Television  Print and On-line Media  Business  Public Relations What Our Graduates Say  Arts and Heritage  Research All the skills we learned during the course are really valuable when you finish in DCU – journalism ethics, writing and grammar skills. The high standard of students on the course created a great atmosphere for the three years. The course gave me courage and In These Areas confidence, which is a great benefit when you leave university.  Bilingual and Irish- Audrey Donoghue, Graduate of Course language Media  An Ghaeltacht  Enterprises  Public Service  Private Sector  Cultural Sector

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131 Bachelor of Civil Law – BCL (Law and Society) Learn about the social forces that affect law and the legal process

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ Dedicated team of highly qualified The general entry requirements for The BCL (Law and Society) degree covers committed law lecturers with strong admission to the University apply (see page all foundational law modules and some research expertise 208). additional modules not usually found on undergraduate law degrees. Rather than ¬ Critical socio-legal perspectives Understanding: being stand-alone modules, the questions embedded within the delivery of all law BCL (Law and Society) of how law affects society are woven into subjects core law modules. This three-year course The BCL (Law and Society) at DCU is a ¬ Innovative modules that equip you consists of a mixture of compulsory and stimulating law degree that will give you with knowledge of cutting-edge issues optional modules. In Year 1, all modules an understanding of how the legal process that are re-shaping the law and legal are compulsory. In Years 2 and 3, there are operates and how law influences and is profession some compulsory modules but you will also influenced by a diverse range of social get to choose from a range of optional ¬ Option to complete in three or four years forces. It combines innovative teaching modules. with study abroad or work placement of all the foundational law subjects (e.g. opportunities constitutional law, contract law, criminal Year Abroad law, etc.), with critical perspectives on the ¬ Key emphasis placed on important nature of these subjects, on the practice of The BCL (Law and Society) is normally a transferable skills, including law and on the wider role of law in society in three-year course. However, you can opt research skills and oral and written the 21st century. to spend an extra year abroad in one of communication skills, at all stages of the our partner universities in Belgium, China, course In addition to learning core legal rules and Poland, Scotland, Spain or USA. This is an principles, you will learn to reflect critically excellent opportunity to experience life About You on how these are shaped and influenced. in another country and to study another The course will prepare you for a career as legal system. After you complete the year Are you interested in law and the legal a lawyer. But the skills you develop will also abroad, you will do the final year of your process? Do you enjoy problem solving and be helpful for a range of careers outside course at DCU. want to know more about the role law plays the legal professions. This BCL (Law and in the regulation of society? Do you want to Society) is an approved degree for Kings INTRA develop important research, analytical and Inns. presentation skills? On the BCL (Law and A further option is to spend your Year 3 Society) degree you will learn about the law completing an placement, after which and the social forces that affect law and you will complete the final year of your the legal process, and will engage critically degree in DCU. We have placement with the possibilities of law reform. opportunities with law firms, corporations and public bodies in Ireland. This is a great opportunity to enhance your employability and develop your talents.

132 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE SOCIETY) (LAW AND – BCL LAW CIVIL OF BACHELOR Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Please see page 219 for information on estimated Dr Rónán Condon www.dcu.ie/DC232 costs and financial support available if part of your T +353 (0) 1 700 5539 course requires you to study abroad. E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year 3 CAO code Year 1 Year abroad (for students who have been DC232 Foundations of Law and Legal Research | approved by the Programme Board to opt Years The Irish Legal System | Criminal Law | for Year Abroad) / INTRA 3 or 4 Constitutional Law | Law of Torts | OR Advanced Torts | Advanced Criminal Min points Law | Critical Approaches to Law | Public Law and Body Politics | Jurisprudence | 453 International Law Genetics, Law and Society Places *Plus Optional Modules Year 2 80

Future Careers  Trainee Barrister  Trainee Solicitor What Our Graduates Say  Policy Evaluation  Research The BCL (Law and Society) course in DCU allows students to gain relevant practical experience of law with modules such as the Moot module, combined with an innovative societal focus, for the development of a truly well-rounded law graduate. The continuous In These Areas support, encouragement and guidance of the Law and Government faculty has been a  Public Sector huge assistance throughout my time in DCU. Their open-door policy allows the student  Private Sector voice to be heard as lecturers aim to improve the learning experience of every student.  Statutory Bodies The diverse, enriching and inclusive society life in DCU adds greatly to a student’s  Non-Governmental university experience. The new addition of the INTRA work placement module gives Organisations (NGOs) students the fantastic opportunity to gain experience in some of the most coveted  International and internships across Dublin, while applying the knowledge that they have learned on the BCL European Institutions (Law and Society) course. This is just one example of how the course aims to equip their graduates with skills and experience beyond theoretical knowledge. With the support of Look online (website details at top of the law community in DCU, graduates progress with a skill-set that will allow them to excel page) for more information about future in their chosen careers. careers in your chosen field.

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133 BA in International Relations Calling all curious, open-minded, independent thinkers who want to know how the world really works (and how to change it) – this is the degree course with global career opportunities for you

Why DCU? About You Course Structure

¬ Take a global perspective on what Do you have an interest in major world The variety of optional modules available makes society work and how they issues? Would you like to know more about gives you plenty of flexibility in what interact with one another how political, economics and security work you choose to study alongside the core in contemporary societies? If you are keen elements. ¬ Apply your study and research skills to a to learn, to analyse and to understand major independent project current affairs across the world, then you Optional modules start in Year 1, so ¬ Gain the skills employers are looking will enjoy the challenge of this degree you can choose to take either the Main for – such as communication, critical course. or the Language stream (choose from thinking and teamwork intermediate French, German or Spanish. Additional Requirements The stream you choose will then run for ¬ Choose to spend a year studying abroad each of the three years of your degree. as part of your degree The general entry requirements for admission to the University apply ¬ DCU is a leading centre for expertise in This is normally a three-year course. (see page 208). If you wish to register International Relations, with lecturers However, you may elect to spend an for one of the language streams, then involved in work on global issues such as extra year abroad in one of our partner a minimum of H4 in French, German or peace studies and climate change universities in China, the Czech Republic, Spanish is required. France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Turkey or the Understanding: USA. This is an excellent opportunity to International Relations enhance educational and social experience By studying the BA in International at first hand. You then complete the final Relations you will explore a variety of year of your course at DCU. issues and debates in global politics, and will also find out about the forces that INTRA shape contemporary societies. You will You can opt to apply for a year-long work learn about such issues as peace, security, placement in Year 3. This will give you a terrorism, globalisation, international law, unique opportunity to enhance your CV, third-world debt and American foreign increase your employability and experience policy. You will also study contemporary the relevance of your study in the real global governance, multilateral affairs, and world. This option is competitive and international organisations; such as the subject to the availability of placements. European Union and the United Nations. For more information on the INTRA programme at DCU, please visit By the end of this unique and innovative www.dcu.ie/intra course, you will have learned about international politics, development and regional studies from a global perspective, and will have developed oral and written communication skills, team-work skills, research techniques and ability in analytical and critical thinking.

134 BA INTERNATIONAL IN RELATIONS HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Please see page 219 for information on estimated Dr Donnacha Ó Beacháin www.dcu.ie/DC231 costs and financial support available if part of your T +353 (0) 1 700 6576 course requires you to study abroad. E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year 3 – Optional CAO code Year abroad (for students who have been DC231 Year 1 approved by the Programme Board to opt Introduction to European Integration | Years for a year abroad) Introduction to International Political 3 or 4 Economy | Introduction to International OR Min points Relations and Security | Introduction Key Issues in International Political to Politics | Core Skills and Methods 387 Economy | Key Issues in International for International Relations | The Role Places Relations: Theory and Practice of International Law in International 70 Relations | Introduction to Development | Main Stream: Introduction to Global Governance Issues in American Politics | US Interventions and Global Politics | Conflict Main Stream: Resolution in Northern Ireland | Sexualities, American Political System | Languages and Societies The Emergence of Modern America | Intercultural Communicative Competence | Languages Stream: Contemporary Cultural Debates French Language (intermediate) | German Language (intermediate) | Language Stream: Spanish Language (intermediate) French Language (intermediate) | Future Careers

German Language (intermediate) | Choose either:  Policy Evaluation and Spanish Language (intermediate) Research Four options or  Education Year 2 Disseration plus two options Theoretical Approaches to World Politics |  Development Options Include: Political Ideologies | International Human  Security Political Leadership | US Interventions and Rights Law | Conflict, Security and  Global Politics | Political Terrorism | Commerce Peace | Foreign Policy and Diplomacy | Contemporary Politics of the Middle  Law Independent Study Project | Comparative East and North Africa | Unrecognised  Retail and International European Politics States in the International System | Public Policy Gender and Politics | The Politics of Main Stream: South Asia | Democratisation | Post- America and the Wider World | US Security In These Areas Soviet Politics | Issues in European Policy | The Making of Contemporary Integration | International Peacekeeping  Government or Europe | Global Cultures and Peacebuilding | The Politics of US International Presidency | The Politics of Sub-Saharan Language Stream: Corporations and Africa | Uaneen Module (Extra-Curricular French Language (ex intermediate) | Organisations Activities) German Language (ex intermediate) |  Statutory Bodies Spanish Language 5 (ex intermediate) If Year 3 is spent abroad, then Year 4 is  Non-Governmental structured as per Year 3. Organisations (NGOs)  Public Service  Private Industry

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135 BA in Economics, Politics and Law Understand the political, legal and economic institutions that shape the current global environment

Why DCU? About You Course Structure

¬ A foundation in all three disciplines: Are you interested in economics, politics In Years 1 and 2, there is an equal weighting economics, politics and law and law? Would you like to know more of the three disciplines of economics, about the political, legal and economic politics and law. In Year 3, you take a core ¬ The cross-disciplinary skills that institutions that shape our world? By module in each discipline. Beyond that, employers demand in communication, studying on the Economics, Politics and you are free to specialise in one of the critical thinking , teamwork and research Law degree course, you will learn how these three disciplines or continue to study a ¬ Year 1 modules in research and study disciplines interact and help to shape the combination of all three. Three compulsory skills to help you get the best out of your local and global worlds in which we live. research methods modules taken in Year degree 1 will provide core learning skills that you Additional Requirements will use throughout your degree. In Years ¬ Option to spend a year studying abroad 2 and 3, further modules will enhance In addition to the general entry ¬ Lecturers who are experts in your knowledge of research methods requirements for admission to the governance, economics, and law and and dissertation skills. These skills will University (see page 208), the following society provide you with the tools to analyse major requirements apply: minimum of O4 or H6 issues affecting our world today from an in Mathematics. economic, political and legal perspective.

Understanding: The BA in Economics, Politics and Law is Economics, Politics and Law normally a three-year course. However, you The BA in Economics, Politics and can elect to spend an extra year abroad in Law (EPL) provides an intellectually one of our partner universities in Arizona challenging course that explores various (USA), Berlin, Budapest, Gothenburg, issues and methods of analysis in the Istanbul, Paris, Prague or Stirling disciplines of economics, politics and law. (Scotland). You complete the final year of The importance of these disciplines in your course in DCU. contemporary Irish society is becoming more obvious every day. The course will give INTRA you a deep and thorough understanding You can opt to apply for a year-long paid of the political, legal and economic work placement in Year 3. This will give you institutions that shape the current global a unique opportunity to enhance your CV, environment. You will gain a profound increase your employability and experience awareness of how these three disciplines the relevance of your study in the real are bound together. world. This option is competitive and subject to the availability of placements. For more information on the INTRA programme at DCU, please visit www.dcu.ie/intra

136 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BA IN ECONOMICS, POLITICS AND LAW Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Graduates will be eligible for entry to the Law Dr Roderic O Gorman www.dcu.ie/DC230 Society of Ireland as trainee solicitors on successful T +353 (0) 1 700 6136 completion of the relevant entrance exams, as the E [email protected] course covers all subjects for the entrance exams.

What Will I Study? Options Include: CAO code Dissertation | Uaneen Module (Extra- DC230 Year 1 Curricular Activities) Constitutional Law | Introduction to Years

Core Modules:  Law If Year 3 is spent abroad, then Year 4 is Topics in Applied Economics | Company  Tax/Financial Services structured as per Year 3. Law | Politics of the Irish Constitution 1937-  Journalism 2019  Policy Evaluation  Research  Teaching

What Our Current Students Say In These Areas  I chose Economics, Politics and Law because I wanted a deeper understanding of Public Service how societies function. We learn about how people come to make decisions and  Private Industry interpretations and how these actions influence our economic, political and legal  International and frameworks and institutions. What is really great is that you will have the option to do an European Institutions INTRA placement or Erasmus in third year, which will give you a competitive edge when you graduate against other social sciences students in Ireland who have not had a paid Look online (website details at top of work placement. My experience in DCU has been incredible. I have travelled abroad with page) for more information about future societies, worked alongside media giants like RTE and the Irish Times, and gained skills careers in your chosen field. that I know will be invaluable for my future career.

Aisha Siwar, BA in Economics, Politics and Law (EPL) 137 BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance Become a fully trained, high-level performing musician in jazz and other genres

Why DCU? Understanding : Jazz and Contemporary Ensemble Studies Music Performance These modules aim to give you the skills to ¬ Acquire the skills to become a high-level perform in ensembles at a high professional professional musician Singing or dancing, enjoying the level in the world of contemporary music. soundtrack to a film, listening on ¬ Play and perform extensively as part of Through working in ensembles, you will headphones – music is a major part of the course become familiar with the techniques and contemporary life. To take to the stage as traditions of jazz and related genres, such ¬ Learn how to compose and arrange for a a performer demands intensive training as funk, Afro-Cuban and Brazilian music. wide range of ensembles as well as talent. Our degree course can help you on your way to a career as ¬ Make international connections, Instrumental Studies a professional musician. You will also including with the renowned Berklee These modules aim to provide you with the get to understand the context of the College of Music in Boston instrumental and technical skills necessary international music scene today – how the for performing at a professional level in ¬ Work closely with some of Ireland’s most music business works and how you can the contemporary music world. You will highly regarded performers make your mark in it. Programme modules work on practice methods, identify goals, include Instrumental and Vocal Tuition, and acquire essential vocabulary through Aural Training, Ensemble Performance, About You studying master soloists and stylistic Composition and Arranging, Jazz History, interpretation. Are you passionate about music? Do you and Music Business. love singing, playing an instrument or Arranging and Composition Studies both, but also want a grounding in music Course Structure These modules introduce the skills theory and an insight into how the music The course offers intensive jazz and necessary for modern arranging, and business works? If you are aiming high as a contemporary music education teach the history, ethos and techniques of performer and are keen to take part in the within a focused, supportive learning jazz and contemporary composition. You lively music scene at DCU, you will enjoy environment. It is designed to provide a will learn vital professional skills to enable taking on the challenge of this degree balance of “traditional” jazz techniques you to work in the field of modern music as course. alongside contemporary approaches to a composer or arranger. You will also be improvisation, so that you can experience introduced to the use of music technology Additional Requirements the full breadth of the contemporary music as an aid to arranging and composing. In addition to the general entry world and develop into a creative, versatile requirements for admission to the and employable musician. Aural and Theoretical Studies University, (see page 208), you must take These modules will give you a thorough an audition. An aural/theory test is not A key feature of the BA in Jazz and grounding in contemporary harmony and required in advance of the audition. Contemporary Music Performance includes theory, and the means to understand the an opportunity for students during the theoretical and harmonic underpinning of You apply through the CAO in February, course to transfer into Berklee College of contemporary jazz practice. In addition, with the audition/performance assessment Music in Boston (www.berklee.edu), one of you will learn techniques to hear and normally taking place on a weekend in April the most prestigious music schools in the identify all the common melodic, rhythmic for September entry. world in the field of contemporary music. and harmonic patterns used in jazz and other related types of music. This is a restricted entry course, meaning A diverse and rigorous programme of study you apply through the CAO by 1 February, is organised throughout all four years of the Contextual Studies with the audition/performance assessment course. The course has five principal areas These modules will help you understand normally taking place on a weekend in April of study: the history of the development of music of for September entry. many genres, and its place in contemporary ¬ Ensemble Studies society. They will also give you an insight into the methodology and philosophy ¬ Instrumental Studies of teaching. In addition, they will aim to ¬ Arranging and Composition Studies develop musicological and critical thinking skills which will give you a sense of music ¬ Aural and Theoretical Studies in your own life and make you aware how ¬ Contextual Studies music is reflected in society.

138 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE PERFORMANCE MUSIC CONTEMPORARY AND JAZZ IN BA Contact Details Visit Us Online Laura Guilfoyle www.dcu.ie/DC014 T +353 (0) 1 700 6566 E [email protected]

# Each candidate who sits an Entrance Test is awarded up to a maximum of 200 points that are added to their CAO points for the purpose of determining eligibility. To be eligible to compete for a place on this programme, each candidate must achieve the minimum threshold of 120 points in the Entrance Test and must also meet the minimum DCU Entry Requirements (see page 208).

Future Careers  Arranger  Composer What Our Current Students Say  Music Producer  I love my course. It has helped me to become a better musician, and to have a greater Music Educator understanding of jazz music. I have learned a lot about several different aspects of music,  Professional Performing and cannot wait to learn more. Musician  Session Musician Niall John Boyle Crichton, BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field.

139 BA in Theology and Religious Studies Enduring questions, global issues, big ideas

Why DCU? with a view to being more active in their of the academic study of religion in the local community. The degree also serves contemporary world. It offers in-depth ¬ Learn with a dedicated team of highly as a qualification if you wish to pursue investigation of Christianity and other qualified, committed lecturers with postgraduate study or research in theology religious traditions, emphasises the strong research expertise and religious studies. importance of ecumenical and interfaith ¬ Study in a School of Theology, study, and engages with the pluralistic and Philosophy and Music that is By the end of this unique course, you will secular culture of the West. international and interdisciplinary have learned how to appreciate and critique the intellectual foundations of Course Structure ¬ Be part of an age-friendly university the academic study of religion, and have which values the contribution of mature This unique course is available on Thursday developed new insights into cultural and students, see www.dcu.ie/agefriendly.ie evenings from 6pm to 9.30pm and on four religious diversity. You will have engaged Saturdays throughout the academic year. ¬ Develop transferable skills including in a dialogue between contemporary oral and written communication skills, ethical issues and a range of classical and With close attention to particular religious research skills and the ability to think contemporary texts and thinkers. You traditions, intercultural dialogue and critically and analytically will also have had many opportunities interreligious encounter, you will engage to acquire key transferable skills, such ¬ Expand your knowledge and skills to with the sources, beliefs and practices as assimilating new knowledge; the pursue an interesting career, whether which have shaped Christianity and close analysis of ancient and modern in community and social justice work, other religious traditions. You will make texts; research and writing skills; time pastoral ministry, teaching or a broad guided use of primary and secondary management; and teamwork skills. range of other areas documentation, adult learning styles and associated learning methodologies. You Additional Requirements will learn how to critically engage with About You You must be aged 23 or over on 1 January and evaluate a range of theological and Are you curious about investigating the in the year of application. As part of the religious viewpoints. Building on theological significance of religion in a complex world? application process, your relevant life/ and ethical foundations, respectfully and Do you wish to find out more about the work experience and previous studies in solidarity with others, you will learn origins and development of the Christian undertaken will be reviewed to determine how to contribute to personal and social faith? Are you interested in learning more your eligibility for the course. transformation. about other religious traditions such as Judaism and Islam? Do you want to explore Understanding: Each year, modules drawn from theology, the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures? Theology and Religious Studies biblical studies, religious studies, Are you interested in intercultural and philosophy, ethics, ancient languages etc. What is the role of religion and faith interreligious dialogue? Or you may be will be offered for study. In your final year in the world today? What is right and involved in any of the following areas, of study you will have the opportunity for wrong, and how can we know? How can and would like to understand them more individual guided research, working on a we form welcoming, just and sustainable deeply: pastoral and community work; topic of your choice with a supervisor on a communities? How can we make sense adult religious education; youth and research paper of 6,000 words. of suffering and failure? How do we read young adult ministry; biblical studies; ancient sacred texts in the 21st century? social justice groups; ecumenical projects; You will be expected to complete the Theology and Religious Studies help us inter-faith dialogue; parish councils; school course in four to five years. Each module explore such questions in a reflective and governance and leadership. is worth 7.5 ECTS credits. You may exit systematic way. the course with a Certificate (after This course is intended for people from a successfully completing eight modules), This course studies the philosophical and broad range of backgrounds, - whether a Diploma (after successfully completing religious traditions that have helped to from faith communities or of secular sixteen modules), or the BA degree (after shape our culture and history in Ireland, conviction – who wish to study theology successfully completing twenty-four and exposes you to the global diversity and religion for personal enrichment, for modules). continuing professional development or

140 HONOURS BACHELOR PART-TIME, DEGREE HONOURS LEARNING FLEXIBLE STUDIES RELIGIOUS AND THEOLOGY IN BA Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online To be eligible to apply for this course you must Dr Brad Anderson www.dcu.ie/DC300 be aged 23 or over on 1 January in the year of T +353 (0) 1 700 7048 application. E [email protected]

The course follows a five-year cycle, with Cycle 3 CAO code students entering the course in any of the Psalms, Wisdom and Prophets | N/A years of the cycle. Normally a student will Pneumatology | Ecumenism | Paul: Apostle Years study between five and six modules per to the Gentiles | Theological Sexual Ethics | 4-5 year. Introduction to Islam Min points What Will I Study? Cycle 4 N/A The Bible and Art | History of Christianity | Cycle 1 Places Reading Early Church Writings | Liturgy | Hebrew Scriptures: The Pentateuch | History of Philosophy | Building Community: 30-35 Theology of the Sacraments | Social Ethics: Structures and Opportunities Theological Perspectives | Introduction to Judaism | Theological Anthropology | Cycle 5 Religious Education: Critical Questions Gospel and Acts | The God Question | Twentieth Century Theologians | Cycle 2 Ressourcement: A Movement of Renewal in Women in Scripture | Christology | 20th Century Catholic Theology | Bioethics: Ecclesiology | Faith and Revelation | Future Careers Theological and Philosophical Foundations of Theological Ethics | Perspectives | Faith Development  Further Study - Teaching Partnership in Education  Adult Education Optional language modules are offered  Community Work each year, e.g., Arabic, Hebrew, and Greek  Youth Work  Pastoral Work  Church Ministry  Chaplaincy  Interreligious and Intercultural Work

In These Areas  Voluntary and Community Organisations  European and International Religious Agencies What Our Graduates Say  Social Justice and Human Rights Bodies A wide variety of interesting modules, a teaching style that respects the insights and  Development Work experience of adult learners, and the company and support of engaged and engaging  Research students: these are some of the reasons why this programme should appeal to anyone interested in the great questions of religion and faith. You will find new angles on old Please note that in some areas a relevant questions, and new questions to stimulate thought and reflection. postgraduate qualification may be required. Look online (website details at Dermot McCarthy, BA in Theology and Religious Studies top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field.

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cao code course title duration points DC009 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 3 or 4 years 347 subjects required Some subjects do not have additional requirements – check the list below for your subject. Leaving Certificate English No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Gaeilge Minimum of O1 or H4 in Irish Geography No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) History No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Human Development No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Music Entry to Music is subject to a pre-registration assessment in the rudiments of music (theory and aural test) to indicate suitability for the course. Dates for these tests will be communicated on our website: www.dcu.ie/arts Philosophy No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) World Religions and Theology No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) GCE A Level English No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Gaeilge GCE A Level C or GCE AS Level B or GCSE A Irish Geography No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) History No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Human Development No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Music Entry to Music is subject to a pre-registration assessment in the rudiments of music (theory and aural test) to indicate suitability for the course. Dates for these tests will be communicated on our website: www.dcu.ie/arts Philosophy No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) World Religions and Theology No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*)

*See page 208 for general entry requirements other entry paths QQI Level 5 Students must present any of the following awards with distinctions in any five modules/components associated with that award: 5M2154 Cultural and Heritage Studies / 5M2464 Print Journalism / 5M3114 General Studies / 5M3635 Education and Training / 5M2073 Language and European Studies / 5M2011 Music Gaeilge: If you do not meet the subject requirement in Leaving Certificate Irish above, one of the five distinctions must be in module/component 5N1631 Irish Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

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cao code course title duration points DC291 - DC293, DC295 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 3 or 4 Years DC291 Joint Honours – Media Studies 349 Students study Media Studies and one subject from the list below: English International Languages Politics DC292 Joint Honours – Law 356 Students study Law and one subject from the list below: History International Languages Media Studies DC293 Joint Honours - International Languages (French, German, Spanish) 369 Students study International Languages and one subject from the list below: Gaeilge Politics DC295 Joint Honours – Politics 348 Students study Politics and one subject from the list below: Geography History Law World Religions and Theology subjects required Some subjects do not have additional requirements – check the list below for your subject. Leaving Certificate Gaeilge Minimum of O1 or H4 in Irish Media Studies Minimum of H4 in English International Languages French Minimum of H4 in French German Minimum of H4 in German Spanish Minimum of H4 in Spanish English No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Geography No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) History No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Law No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Politics No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) World Religions and Theology No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*)

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GCE A Level Gaeilge GCE A Level C or GCE AS Level B or GCSE A in Irish Media Studies GCE A Level C English International Languages French GCE A Level C French German GCE A Level C German Spanish GCE A Level C Spanish English No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Geography No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) History No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Law No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Politics No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) World Religions and Theology No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*)

*See page 208 for general entry requirements other entry paths QQI Level 5 DC291 Joint Honours – Media Studies (English / International Languages* / Politics) Students must present any of the following awards with distinctions in any five modules/components associated with that award: 5M2464 Journalism / 5M4511 Radio Production / 5M5158 Film and Television Production / 5M15960 Media Production / 5M2146 Multimedia Production / 5M5151 Performing Arts Administration / 5M2073 Language and European Studies *International Languages: If you do not meet the subject requirement in Leaving Certificate French or German or Spanish (H4), one of the five distinctions must be in module/component 5N1623 French or 5N1624 German or 5N1630 Spanish

DC292 Joint Honours – Law (History / International Languages* / Media Studies) Students must present any of the following awards with distinctions in any five modules/components associated with that award: 5M2073 Language and European Studies / 5M2154 Cultural and Heritage / 5M3114 Liberal Arts / 5M2464 Journalism / 5M4511 Radio Production / 5M5158 TV and Film Production / 5M15960 Media Production / 5M2146 Multimedia Production / 5M5151 Performing Arts Administration / 5M3789 Pre Law/Legal Studies *International Languages: If you do not meet the subject requirement in Leaving Certificate French or German or Spanish (H4), one of the five distinctions must be in module/component 5N1623 French or 5N1624 German or 5N1630 Spanish.

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DC293 Joint Honours – International Languages* (Gaeilge** / Politics) Students must present any of the following awards with distinctions in any five modules/components associated with that award: 5M2073 Language and European Studies / 5M2154 Cultural and Heritage Studies / 5M3114 General Studies / 5M3635 Education and Training *International Languages: If you do not meet the subject requirement in Leaving Certificate French or German or Spanish (H4), one of the five distinctions must be in module/component 5N1623 French or 5N1624 German or 5N1630 Spanish **Gaeilge: If you do not meet the subject requirement in Leaving Certificate Gaeilge (O1 or H4) above, one of the five distinctions must be in module/component 5N1631 Irish

DC295 Joint Honours – Politics (Geography / History / World Religions and Theology / Law) Any award with distinctions in five modules/components DC291-DC295

Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

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cao code course title duration points DC131 BA in Communication Studies 3 years 400 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 in English GCE A Level GCE A Level C English other entry paths QQI Level 5 EMPXX Media Production / 5M2464 Print Journalism / 5M4511 Radio Production / ETFPX TV and Film Production / 5M2146 Multimedia Production / EPAAX Performing Arts Administration / 5M2149 Sound Production / 5M2094 Photography / 5M5048 Creative Media / 6M5130 Advanced Radio Programme Production / 5M0528 Media Production Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules associated with that award. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC132 BA in Journalism 3 years 401 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 in English GCE A Level GCE A Level C English other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2464 Journalism Distinctions in five modules including: 5N0690 Communications / 5N1298 Media Analysis / 5N2435 Writing Skills for Journalism And two from the following: 5N1538 Photographic Techniques / 5N1298 Media Analysis / 5N2443 Research Skills for Journalism / 5N2463 Technical Skills for Journalism

5M4511 Radio Production Distinctions in five modules including: 5N0690 Communications / 5N1298 Media Analysis / 5N2435 Writing Skills for Journalism And two from the following: 5N1379 Radio Programme Production / 5N1298 Media Analysis / 5N2443 Research Skills for Journalism / 5N2463 Technical Skills for Journalism

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ETFPX TV and Film Production 5M5158 and 5M18519 Film and Television Production Distinctions in five modules including: 5N0690 Communications / 5N1298 Media Analysis / 5N2435 Writing Skills for Journalism And two from the following: E20149 TV and Video Production or E20150 Film Production / 5N2443 Research Skills for Journalism / 5N2463 Technical Skills for Journalism

EMPXX Media Production Distinctions in five modules including: 5N0690 Communications / 5N1298 Media Analysis or G20031 Social Studies / E20078 Writing for Journalism

Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC133 BSc in Multimedia 3 years 403

subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 in English GCE A Level GCE A Level C English

other entry paths QQI Level 5 Students must present any of the following awards with distinctions in any five modules associated with that award: 5M2208 Design / 5M1995 Graphic Design / CITXX Information Technology / EMPXX Media Production / 5M2146 Multimedia Production / ETFPX TV and Film Production / 5M4511 Radio Production / 5M2011 Performing Arts Music / 5M5048 Creative Media / 5M2208 Design / 5M2094 Photography Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

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cao code course title duration points DC238 BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation 3 or 4 years 358 subjects required Leaving Certificate No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) GCE A Level No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M3114 Liberal Arts / 5M2073 Language and European Studies / EMPXX Media Production / 5M2464 Print Journalism / 5M2154 Cultural and Heritage Studies / 5M2181 Applied Social Studies Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules associated with that award. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC155 BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies 3 or 4 years* 371 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 in French or German or Spanish GCE A Level GCE A Level C French or German or Spanish other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2073 Language and European Studies Distinctions in five modules including: 5N1444 European Studies And one from the following: 5N1623 French / 5N1624 Spanish / 5N1630 German Transfer Applications No entry path. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

*All students who fulfil the necessary criteria are required to spend Year 3 at a partner university in the country of one of their chosen languages. Students of Japanese or Chinese are required to spend Year 3 in Japan or China respectively.

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cao code course title duration points DC118 BA Gnó agus Gaeilge (Business and Irish [Irish-medium]) 3 or 4 years 357 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O1 or H4 in Irish GCE A Level GCE A Level C or GCE AS Level B or GCSE A in Irish other entry paths QQI Level 5 Students must present any of the following awards with distinctions in any five modules associated with that award: 5M2102 Business Studies / 5M2468 Business Studies – Administration / 5M2111 International Trade / 5M2069 Marketing / 5M2073 Language and European Studies (for Language and European Studies, one of the distinctions must include 5N1631 Irish) Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC239 BA Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha (Irish, Journalism and Digital Media, [Irish-medium]) 3 years N/A subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 in English and Irish GCE A Level GCE A Level C in English and Irish other entry paths QQI Level 5 Students must present any of the following awards with distinctions in any five modules associated with that award: 5M2464 Print Journalism / 5M4511 Radio Production / 5M2146 Multimedia Production / 5M2073 Language and European Studies (for Language and European Studies, one of the distinctions must include 5N1631 Irish) Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

149 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC231 BA in International Relations 3 or 4 years 387 subjects required Leaving Certificate No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) Minimum of H4 in French, German or Spanish is required if you wish to register for for language stream GCE A Level No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) Minimum of GCE A Level C in French, German or Spanish is required if you wish to register for for language stream other entry paths QQI Level 5 Applicants may present any award with distinctions in five modules. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules.

cao code course title duration points DC232 Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society) 3 or 4 years 453 subjects required Leaving Certificate No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) GCE A Level No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) other entry paths QQI Level 5 Applicants may present any award with distinctions in five modules. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules.

cao code course title duration points DC230 BA in Economics, Politics and Law 3 or 4 years 400 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics. Gce A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2102 Business Studies / 5M2468 Business Studies – Administration / 5M2111 International Trade / 5M2069 Marketing Students of the specified QQI Level 5 courses above must achieve distinctions in five modules. If you do not meet the minimum requirements in Leaving Cert Mathematics above, one of the five distinctions must be in modules 5N2066 Statistics or 5N1833 Mathematics. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. Such transfer students may be exempt from certain modules. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

150 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration points DC014 BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance 4 years 435 subjects required Leaving Certificate In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 208), you must take an audition. An aural/theory test is not required, in advance of the audition. This is a restricted entry course, meaning you must select this course as one of your choices when completing your CAO application by 1 February. You cannot use the CAO Change of Mind facility to apply for entry to this course. GCE A Level In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 210), you must take an audition. An aural/theory test is not required, in advance of the audition. This is a restricted entry course, meaning you must select this course as one of your choices when completing your CAO application by 1 February. You cannot use the CAO Change of Mind facility to apply for this course.

Non CAO listed course BA in Theology and Religious Studies (Part-time, flexible learning) (see page 140)

151 154 Common Entry into Engineering (Undenominated Entry)

156 Electronic and Computer Engineering (ECE)

160 Mechatronic Engineering

162 Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

164 Biomedical Engineering

166 Enterprise Computing

168 Computer Applications

170 Data Science

180152 Recognised nationally and internationally for the outstanding quality of its courses, our Faculty focuses on preparing you to pursue careers in the engineering and ICT (information, communication and technology) sectors. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING Work placement is a very successful and beneficial part of all our courses, particularly as it is highly attractive to employers. Before completing their studies, students get the opportunity to work with some of the biggest and best companies in engineering, computing and related sectors.

Choosing a DCU degree in engineering or computing will give you the critical knowledge and skills you need to flourish in the technological society of the 21st century.

153181 Common Entry into Engineering (Undenominated Entry) Become an inventor, a designer, a creator

Why DCU? Engineering solutions continue to improve Course Structure the way we live. The latest innovative ¬ State-of-the-art facilities The Common Entry into Engineering engineering advances in digital technology, (Undenominated Entry) offers a common ¬ Lots of hands-on experience in labs including those in the Internet of Things first year for all our engineering courses. (IoT) and Smart Cities, revolutionise ¬ Industrial experience as part of the On completion of the common Year 1, you the way we interact with technology. course may choose one of the following honours However at the same time they improve degrees: ¬ Great employment prospects upon sustainability by focusing on aspects such graduation as energy efficiency and renewable energy ¬ BEng and MEng in Electronic and applications. Some of the most recent ¬ Option to complete a fifth year and Computer Engineering (DC190)* and exciting innovations in the energy obtain a Masters degree sector, including wave energy converters, ¬ BEng and MEng in Mechanical and bioreactors and combined heat and power Manufacturing Engineering (DC195)+ About You units, are also the work of engineers. ¬ BEng (and MEng major) in Biomedical But the list of engineers’ achievements is As with most engineering degrees, ability Engineering (DC197)+ much broader. As an engineer, you can in mathematics is a key requirement. A find yourselves at the heart of just about ¬ BEng and MEng in Mechatronic logical mind and an eye for detail are also any field, from high-tech industry and Engineering (DC193)*+ important. medicine to financial services, energy- aware technologies and biotechnology Additional Requirements * offered by the School of Electronic – the cutting-edge dynamic industries of Engineering In addition to the general entry tomorrow. requirements for admission to the + offered by the School of Mechanical and University (see page 208), the following Many students choose to go directly Manufacturing Engineering entry requirements apply: minimum onto one of our four engineering courses. of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied However, if you are unsure which to opt You will find further details of these courses Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. for, the Common Entry into Engineering in the following pages. Please note that (Undenominated Entry) option is specially following the common entry route does not Understanding: designed to help you find the course mean adding an extra year to the course. Common Entry into Engineering most suitable for you while studying the After completing the one-year Common (Undenominated Entry) fundamentals of engineering. Entry into Engineering course, you continue in Year 2 of your chosen degree course. Of all the courses and careers you can After Year 1, which is common to all four pursue, engineering is one of the most engineering degree in DCU, you can pick exciting. Engineers invent and design the course you want to pursue. (Note, things, they make systems work, and they however, that places on certain courses analyse and solve problems in all sorts may be limited and may be allocated of fields. For example, one of the most according to performance in Year 1.) recent emerging areas is the application of electronic and mechanical engineering to biology and life sciences. Engineering solutions help patients with better diagnostic imaging, improved hearing devices, better blood vessel implants and laser surgery.

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155 BEng and MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering (ECE) Gain the knowledge and skills to be at the heart of innovation

Why DCU? About You Understanding: Electronic and Computer Engineering ¬ Challenge yourself to meet the An electronic and computer engineer is a technologies of the future - sensors, problem solver by nature – a person who How can you use technology to improve robotics, VR interfaces and more wonders about how things work and how to people’s lives, health, environment make them correctly. Mathematics is the and leisure? Electronic and computer ¬ Hands-on experience – lab and project universal language of engineering, and you engineers create and innovate to invent, work throughout, plus a six-month paid will need to be comfortable with logical and design, improve and build products and work placement (INTRA) in Year 3 methodical approaches to understanding technologies that really matter in people’s ¬ Great employment prospects at home real-world phenomena. A Higher Leaving lives. or abroad Certificate in Mathematics and (where available) a Leaving Certificate in Applied More than any other discipline, electronic ¬ Add an MEng in fifth year to increase Mathematics, can indicate your ability for and computer engineering has been at the your options electronic and computer engineering. heart of generating the technology of our ¬ Course accreditation by Engineers modern society. However, there are still Ireland, guaranteeing high-quality You also need a thirst for knowledge and major global and human problems to be tuition and worldwide recognition a drive to contribute to society, which will solved. You can be sure that, because of lead to constant learning and innovation their knowledge and skills, electronic and throughout your career. It’s no surprise that computer engineers will be at the forefront 33% of top chief exective officers on the in creating solutions. Whether they are Standard & Poor 500 stock market index dealing with problems of clean water, hold undergraduate degrees in engineering energy supply, global warming, nutrition or – higher than any other discipline. By health, electronic and computer engineers comparison, only 11% have degrees in find solutions and also lead the teams who business administration. tackle the job.

Additional Requirements Fields you could work in include sensors; medical devices; communications (wireless, In addition to the general entry wired, optical); electronic and computer requirements for admission to the interfaces; mobile devices; new interfaces University (see page 208), the following (3D, VR); artificial intelligence; computer entry requirements apply: minimum vision; robotics; materials; and many more. of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics.

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CAO code DC190

Years 4

Min points 391

Internship Yes

157 BEng and MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering (ECE) Gain the knowledge and skills to be at the heart of innovation

Course Structure ¬ ECE with a Major in Digital Interaction In addition to the traditional engineering – This is about humans communicating focus on mathematics and design, a strong Teaching methods include conventional to devices, and devices communicating software and programming theme runs lectures, extensive tutorials (particularly in to the world. It underpins research in through our ECE course. In this you will learn Year 1), laboratory exercises and projects. human-machine interfaces. Key Year about, C, C++, Java, embedded systems, Through these you will develop the ability 4 modules in this area include Human Linux and Windows operating systems, to model and analyse the dynamics of a Computer Interface Technology, Web data structures and algorithms, hardware wide range of technological systems, as Application Development, and Image description language, object-oriented well as learn a creative and innovative Processing and Analysis programming and, in two of the Year 4 approach to problem solving. majors, web application development. This ¬ ECE with a Major in the Internet of thematic strength reflects an enduring The curriculum of Years 1, 2 and 3 and the Things – The internet has transformed need in industry for software specialists core modules in Year 4 are common to all the world of human access to knowledge who have a strong knowledge base in ECE students. In Year 4, you select a major and information in unimaginable electronics, systems, signal processing and option and gain relevant skills through ways. Now the Internet of Things is hardware interfacing. major-specific modules and an individual about to transform the man-made undergraduate project. The options for environment we live in. It focuses on The six-month paid work placement majors reflect modern trends in electronic devices communicating to and through (INTRA) in Year 3 is usually a paid and computer engineering and research the internet. This major prepares you for engineering internship with a business in priorities within the School of Electronic research on smart cities and energy- Ireland, but some students may go abroad Engineering. Currently the course offers the efficient devices and networks or be placed in research positions within following four majors, which we will adapt DCU. Some of the biggest companies in the over time so that our graduates always You will have the opportunity to do an world offer INTRA placements to our ECE have the most relevant and up-to-date individual major-relevant capstone students, including IBM, Philips, Google technology and expertise: project in Year 4. Your project will allow and Microsoft. you to work in a specialist area of your ¬ ECE with a Major in Systems and choosing and to apply the electronic and Other recent INTRA employers with a Devices – This is a specialisation in computer engineering skills that you will global reach include Xilinx, Cisco, Synopsys, core electronics and semiconductor have acquired. You can demonstrate AOL, Analog Devices, Mastercard, Deloitte technologies, which underpin a range your innovative capabilities, capacity and Touche, Accenture, SAP Ireland, of research priority areas including for independent learning, and technical Cypress Semiconductor Ireland, Tektronix sensors, diagnostics, medical devices, expertise. The Faculty of Engineering and Communications and Xerox. Degree- digital control of mechatronic systems, Computing organises a Year 4 project expo relevant work experience obtained on optical communications and novel to showcase your expertise to interested an INTRA placement can give you a big materials employers. advantage when you are seeking a position ¬ ECE with a Major in High-Speed as a graduate engineer. Communications – This specialisation focuses on devices communicating to devices at high speed, for example optical networks and high-speed wireless technologies. It underpins research on next-generation networks that support evolving demands from devices and applications

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What Will I Study? Year 4 ECE with Major in Systems and Devices CAO code Year 1 Optical Communications System Design | DC190 Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2 | Solid State Electronics and Semiconductor Engineering Mechanics: Statics | Project Years Devices | Mechatronic System Simulation and Technical Drawing | Materials 4 and Control | Capstone Project (Major in Engineering | Introduction to Electronics | Systems and Devices) Min points Fundamentals of Professional 391 Development | Numerical Problem Solving | Year 4 ECE with Major in Basic Sciences | Software Development Internship the Internet of Things Yes Bioelectronics | Web Application Year 2 Development | Wireless/Mobile Engineering Mathematics 3 and 4 | Communications | Capstone Project Circuits | Systems | Data Communications (Major in the Internet of Things) and Networks 1 | New Enterprise Development (Team Project) | Object - Year 4 ECE with Major in Oriented Programming 1 | Digital High-Speed Communications and Analogue Electronics 1 and 2 | Optical Communications System Design | Operating Systems | Embedded Systems | Communications Theory | Transmission Electromagnetism Lines, RF Propagation and Radio Link Design | Capstone Project (Major in Year 3 High-Speed Communications) Signals | Electromagnetism 2 | Electromechanical Systems | Algorithms for Year 4 ECE with Major in Engineers | Analogue Circuits and Design | Digital Interaction Data Communications and Networks 2 | Web Application Development | 3D Computation and Simulation | Mobile Interface Technologies | Image Processing Robotics (Team Project) | INTRA and Analysis with Project | Capstone Future Careers Project (Major in Digital Interaction) Year 4  Research and Computer Architecture and HDL | Object For more details, please check; Development Engineer Oriented Programming with Embedded ece.eeng.dcu.ie  Design Engineer Systems | Control Systems Analysis | DSP-  Digital Filters and DFT You will have the option to continue to Production Engineer Year 5 leading to a Master of Engineering  Sales Engineer (MEng) in Electronic and Computer  Management Engineer Engineering subject to achieving H2.2 or  Software Engineer above in the four-year BEng course. Look online for Year 5 modules: In These Areas www.dcu.ie/electronics/post What Our Graduates Say  Electronic Industry  Smart Economy There is an emphasis on problem solving throughout the course which focuses on  Sustainable Energy developing students with an ability to break down and tackle complex problems. In doing  Communications this course I have acquired the skills and knowledge that I will need in my future career as  Health Sector well as a hunger to apply these, and ultimately I feel that the ECE degree at DCU was the perfect choice for me. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Seán Colgan, BEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering careers in your chosen field.

159 BEng in Mechatronic Engineering You can move the world

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ Learn exciting new technologies in an In addition to the general entry This degree course aims to produce innovative environment requirements for admission to the graduates with knowledge, understanding University (see page 208), the following and skills in mechatronic engineering. ¬ Hands-on lab and project experience entry requirements apply: minimum It begins with fundamental scientific throughout, plus a six-month paid work of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied principles and leads through to a set placement (INTRA) in Year 3 Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. of modules dealing with the design, ¬ Career opportunities with the analysis, manufacture and modelling of technologies of the future – automation, Understanding: Mechatronic Engineering electromechanical products and systems. robotics, medical systems and more More and more aspects of the world The undergraduate course focuses on eight ¬ Great demand for your skills at home or around us are becoming automated, core areas over four years. These are: abroad with labour-saving machines, ‘always on’ connected devices and robots able to ¬ Course accreditation by Engineers Basic Science and Mathematics perform tasks more quickly and accurately Ireland guaranteeing high-quality You study the basic sciences and than humans. In these complex machines, tuition and worldwide recognition engineering mathematics that underpin huge numbers of finely tuned moving parts mechatronic engineering. are precisely controlled in real time by About You state-of-the-art electronics. Just consider Electronic Circuit and Systems Design the machines you use on a daily basis - from A mechatronic engineer is a problem solver Electronic components and systems are cars to cash machines - how many moving by nature. Mathematics is the universal explored through modules on electronic parts are involved. Such machines are language of engineering, and you will and modules on analogue and digital examples of mechatronic engineering, need to be comfortable with logical and circuits and systems. the science that combines mechanical methodical approaches to understanding engineering, electronic and computer real-world phenomena. Mechanical Systems Design and Analysis engineering and software design to create Materials engineering, fundamentals of intelligent machines. In the connected A Higher Leaving Cert in Mathematics and mechanics, strength of materials and the world of the Internet of Things (IoT), Leaving Cert in Applied Mathematics, are mechanics of machines lay a foundation machines interact via the internet with the excellent indicators of ability in the field of for the design and analysis of mechanical electro-machanical physical world and mechatronic engineering. components and systems. the virtual world of software. The skills of mechatronic engineering are key to making Software this happen. Software design and analysis are an integral part of mechatronic engineering. Wherever your interests lie, mechatronic You take modules introducing general engineering has immense potential. techniques of software development in You could soon be designing safer cars, Years 1 and 2, with a focus on embedded building labour-saving intelligent robots or systems in Year 2. You are also introduced interfacing the mechanical and electronic to specific software tools (such as Matlab parts of renewable energy systems. and Labview) throughout a range of modules and project work.

Mechatronic/Electromechanical System Design This course brings together the disciplines of mechanical engineering and electronic engineering over the four years.

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School of Electronic Engineering or IN MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING T +353 (0) 1 700 5131 www.dcu.ie/DC193 E [email protected]

Modules such as the Year 1 project, the What Will I Study? CAO code Year 3 group project and the Year 4 project DC193 Year 1 are designed to develop mechatronic Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2 | Years

skills and awareness. Another core area of Engineering Mechanics - Statics | Project 4 mechatronic engineering is the design of and Technical Drawing | Materials electromechanical systems - systems that Min points Engineering | Introduction to Electronics | consist of both electrical and mechanical Fundamentals of Professional 403 elements. A substantial part of the final Development | Numerical Problem | Basic Internship year is devoted to the design, simulation, Sciences | Software Development analysis and control of such systems. Yes The Mobile Robotics module is entirely Year 2 project-based and embodies the key Engineering Mathematics 3 and 4 | Energy | principles of mechatronic engineering. It is Strength of Materials 1 | Digital and organised around a specific robotic design Analogue Electronics 1 | Object-Oriented challenge and will give you an opportunity Programming (OOP) 1 | Circuits | to integrate and expand your knowledge Mechanics of Machines 1 | Energy: in several different core areas: digital and Thermodynamics | Design and CADD | analogue electronics, mechanics, software Systems | Embedded Systems | Pneumatics development and control systems. and Control Future Careers  Research and Automated Manufacture Year 3 Another core area of mechatronic Development Engineer Product Design | Data Analytics for engineering is the use of electronics,  Design Engineer Engineers | Measurement and Signal embedded systems and software in  Processing | Electromechanical Systems | Product Design the automation of manufacturing and Mechanics of Machines 2 | New Enterprise  Systems Engineer assembly. Year 4 places a significant Development Project | Analogue Circuits  Design Engineer emphasis on autonomous technology and and Design | Mobile Robotics | INTRA manufacturing automation.  Management  Automation Year 4 Project based Learning  System Designer, Project | Manufacturing Automation | You will complete various projects during Control Systems Analysis | Image concentrating on your four years, culminating in a major Processing and Analysis | Industrial mechanical systems, individual project in Year 4. The projects Electronics | Project and Quality electronic hardware, will normally include elements of research, Management | Mechatronic System design, component sourcing, construction, software design or Simulation and Control | Robotics | Design testing and documentation. All projects combinations thereof for Manufacture and Assembly | Uaneen must be based on at least two of the three Module (Extra-Curricular Activities) core mechatronic elements (namely, In These Areas mechanical, electronic and software design You will have the option to continue to components).  Domestic Goods Year 5 leading to a Master of Engineering  Medical Devices (MEng) in Electronic and Computer Experiential Learning  Engineering or a Master of Engineering Robotics In Year 3 you undertake a paid work (MEng) in Mechanical and Manufacturing  Automotive Industry placement (INTRA) for six months. This Engineering subject to achieving H2.2 or  Agri machinery is usually with a business in Ireland, but above in the four-year BEng course. opportunities may arise abroad and there Look online (website details at top of are also some research positions within Look online for Year 5 modules: page) for more information about future DCU. careers in your chosen field. www.dcu.ie/DC193

161 BEng and MEng in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Through design and production, engineers enable our day-to-day lives

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Mechanical and Manufacturing ¬ Industrial experience as part of the This four-year BEng (Honours) Degree (with Engineering course, with the option of a 10-month the option to undertake an integrated placement under the MEng programme Mechanical and Manufacturing Masters degree from Year 3 subject to engineering go hand in hand, but each is achieving H2.2 or higher in Years 1 and ¬ Lots of hands-on experience in labs with quite distinct. Mechanical engineering 2) has eight academic themes, with each state-of-the-art facilities focuses on the efficient use of material, theme addressing a particular aspect ¬ Great employment prospects upon strength, structure, movement in the of mechanical and manufacturing graduation manufacture and operation of products engineering. These themes are: and systems. Manufacturing engineering, ¬ Option to select Integrated Masters in meanwhile, concentrates on converting ¬ Mathematics and Computing Year 3 and obtain a Masters degree materials from one form to another, the ¬ Design and Manufacture ¬ Accredited engineering course processes and systems, ranging from (see page 173) basic assembly (e.g. inhalers) to high-tech ¬ Project Management and Professional manufacture (e.g. electric vehicles). Development

About You ¬ Dynamics and Control With the two disciplines combined, this As for most engineering degrees, ability degree offers an impressive background ¬ Engineering Mechanics in mathematics is a key requirement. An in engineering, which opens the door ¬ Thermofluid Mechanics interest in problem solving, how things to many exciting career opportunities. work, a logical mind and an eye for detail It enables you to apply the most ¬ Materials and Manufacturing Processes are also important qualities. sophisticated computer tools to meet the ¬ Manufacturing Systems, Leans and Six traditional challenges of mechanical and Sigma Additional Requirements manufacturing engineering.

In addition to the general entry The course places a strong emphasis requirements for admission to the on both academic performance in University (see page 208), the following examinations and continuous assessment entry requirements apply: minimum throughout the five years. In Year 3, you of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied will undertake a paid work placement Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. (INTRA) for six months (10 months for integrated MEng students). This is usually with a business in Ireland but there are also opportunities to work abroad.

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With the increased use of computer simulation and analysis techniques being used In These Areas throughout all engineering companies, I felt it was important to do a course where I would  Aerospace learn about many of these techniques. I felt that DCU had the right balance of lecture to  Automotive practical-based teaching, which best suited my style of learning. With the heavy emphasis  on computational techniques for both drafting and analysis, the experience gained Biomedical Research and at DCU and during the six-month work placement greatly increased my employment Development potential, which has been borne out. After completing my degree, I moved to Japan and  Energy Systems started work as a design engineer for an automotive component company.  High-tech Manufacturing (Semiconductor and Ciarán Turner, BEng Mechanical and Manufacturing Pharmaceutical)

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163 BEng and MEng major in Biomedical Engineering Engineering meets healthcare needs for the good of humankind

Why DCU? Understanding: These themes are: Biomedical Engineering ¬ Great employment prospects upon ¬ Mathematics and Computing graduation - Ireland is home to 15 of The world of medicine is evolving rapidly, the world's top 20 medical technology with the emergence of new treatments ¬ Design and Manufacture companies and sophistication of medical devices ¬ Project Management and Professional constantly expanding. From cameras that ¬ A chance to make a big improvement in Development explore blood vessels to scanners that people’s quality of life analyse the entire human body, biomedical ¬ Engineering Mechanics ¬ Small class sizes and lots of hands-on engineering products are in greater ¬ Biomaterials and Manufacturing project work demand than ever before. Processes ¬ A varied curriculum covering a wide Traditionally, medical device companies ¬ Biology and Bioengineering range of sciences and technologies have relied on employing engineers ¬ Regulatory Requirements in the Medical ¬ Industrial experience as part of the from such disciplines as mechanical Device Industry course, with an option of a 10 month and electronic engineering, and then paid work placement under the MEng providing additional training in biomedical ¬ Rehabilitation Engineering and Surgical programme engineering. This course integrates aspects Device Technology of biology and medicine with aspects of ¬ Option to select integrated Masters in The course places a strong emphasis technical engineering required to create Year 3 and obtain a Masters degree on both academic performance in medical devices. examinations and continuous assessment ¬ Accredited engineering course (see throughout the five years. In Year 3, you page 173) The School of Mechanical and will undertake a paid work placement Manufacturing Engineering, working with (INTRA) for six months (10 months for the School of Biotechnology and the School About You integrated MEng students). This is usually of Electronic Engineering, has designed this with a business in Ireland but there are also As for most engineering degrees, ability degree in consultation with the healthcare opportunities to work abroad.. in mathematics is a key requirement. A industry and medical community to ensure logical mind and an eye for detail are also you receive a relevant, up-to-date and important qualities. exciting education.

Additional Requirements Course Structure

In addition to the general entry This four-year BEng Degree (with the requirements for admission to the option to undertake an integrated University (see page 208), the following Masters degree from Year 3 subject to entry requirements apply: minimum achieving H2.2 or higher in Years 1 and of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied 2) has eight academic themes, with each Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. theme addressing a particular aspect of Biomedical engineering.

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In These Areas What Our Current Students Say  Healthcare Industry  Medical Device I’m happy that I picked a course that suits both my medical and engineering interests. Companies If I were to start over, I’d still pick the BEng in Biomedical Engineering. My INTRA work  Government Bodies and placement at Abbott has been fantastic and contributed greatly towards the growth Medical Regulatory in my professional career journey. Visits to other Abbott Division sites have opened up numerous opportunities for me and have greatly helped with networking. I’m honoured to Bodies have worked for this prestigious company. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Damini Mantri, BEng in Biomedical Engineering careers in your chosen field.

165 BSc in Enterprise Computing Digital Transformation - Manage Enterprise Information Systems

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ Combine information systems In addition to the general entry Year 1 is devoted to gaining a strong overall and computing with business and requirements for admission to the competence in computing technologies, management skills University (see page 208), the following such as computers themselves, operating entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 systems, web systems and the internet, and ¬ Deploy IT to improve business efficiency or H6 in Mathematics. to acquiring fundamental mathematical ¬ Transform businesses and society skills. Understanding: ¬ Hands-on interactive learning Enterprise Computing In subsequent years, by specialising in ¬ Great career prospects at home and information technology, web systems or Computing technology has entered every abroad networking technologies, you will gain the corner of the commercial and industrial necessary skills to work with computing world and is vital in driving innovation technology across a broad spectrum of About You across the business world. It is the business enterprises. You will be able to backbone of many organisations including Are you an inquisitive student with an manage, improve and re-design the way banking and finance, high-tech enterprises, entrepreneurial streak - someone who businesses use computing systems. consulting companies and online retailers combines a business mindset with an based on e-commerce. interest in computing? You will find this In Year 3, you will have the opportunity course ideal if you: to spend seven months on paid work This degree will provide you with an placement (INTRA) programme, understanding of how software addresses ¬ Have an interest in information which integrates academic study with real-world computing problems. It will technology, the web, social media and a closely related job. It will give you teach you how you can best use computing management an understanding of the professional technology to help people to work together and practical business world and will ¬ Like to work creatively in teams and give companies a competitive edge in help you to stand out in the graduate the marketplace. You will learn how to use ¬ Want to learn how organisations can use employment market. Indeed, many and manage information technology and technology and digital solutions to meet companies recruit their INTRA students systems to improve and even re-design the current business needs on graduation. You are prepared for way you do business. this work placement through modules in As well as learning about the IT/business Years 1, 2 and 3, and especially through The BSc in Enterprise Computing gives you interface, you will develop the personal Business Communication Skills, which the foundation for a career in managing skills that allow you to work in creative and includes elements of report writing, making business information systems and innovative IT/business teams. presentations, business communications information technology for innovative and business practice. enterprises. It aims to educate you as a high-end IT professional with knowledge In Year 4, you will study advanced of how business works and the roles of modules in information systems, business technology in the enterprise. It will teach strategy and management. In addition, practical skills in designing and managing you will complete a major team-based information systems and deploying them project. Practical experience is a principal effectively and creatively. component of your learning. Throughout the four years of the degree, there are The skills you gain will be central to the formal lectures, with a strong emphasis on development of the Irish and, indeed, the the practical applications in the computer global economy over the coming decades. labs, tutorials, ongoing assessments and Moreover, those skills are portable. projects drawn from real-world situations. As a graduate of the BSc in Enterprise Computing, you will be ideally placed to pursue a career as an IT professional here in Ireland, elsewhere in Europe or across the world.

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Christine Stears www.dcu.ie/computing COMPUTING ENTERPRISE IN Marketing Officer (UG) or Faculty of Engineering and www.dcu.ie/DC120 Computing T +353 (0) 1 700 5237 E [email protected]

CAO code DC120

Years 4

Min points 350

Internship Yes

The table below shows how the course is Year 2 structured over the four years. Along with IT Business and related modules | Business a strong emphasis on practical work, there Database Management | Business Systems is also a focus on transferable skills, such as Analysis communications skills, entrepreneurship, teamwork, analytical skills, critical thinking Year 3 and problem-solving skills, resource Intermediate specialist topics | INTRA management, ethical awareness and research skills. Year 4 Advanced specialist topics | Team project What Will I Study? For the full list and details of modules, Future Careers Year 1 please see www.dcu.ie/DC120. Core modules introducing hardware and  Systems Analyst software | Business topics including the  Business Analyst Digital World | Web Design | Business  Technical Support Applications  Network Engineer  Web Developer  Project Manager

In These Areas  IT Companies What Our Current Students Say  Finance Companies  Government Sector One of the main things I really like about my course is the hands on practice we get to do in our labs. I can't wait to go out on INTRA work placement next year and put the last two Look online (website details at top of years of learning into practice. I feel as though this course has definitely opened so many page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. doors for me as there are so many different career options open to graduates.

Tara Dromgoole , BSc in Enterprise Computing

167 BSc in Computer Applications Computing technology affects our everyday lives

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Computer Applications ¬ Ireland's most popular computing Year 1 focuses on gaining a strong degree Computing technology is all around us in competence in computer programming our everyday lives, from the mobile phone and acquiring essential mathematical skills. ¬ Study an exciting range of topics, that wakes us in the morning to the GPS In Years 2, 3 and 4, specialisms in software including graphics, robotics and mobile system in the car or the networking website engineering will give you the skills to create computing we post photos on. We use it for everything software and to invent new ways of using ¬ Prepare to work in dynamic areas such from booking concert tickets to securing it. Examples include web applications, as computer games and electronic a college place. As intelligent, innovative computer games, mobile applications commerce and forward-thinking people continue and the software that is contained in the to develop technology, it can help us to devices we use every day (e.g. mobile ¬ Great employment prospects as a solve all sorts of problems, for example in phones, entertainment systems and cars). computing and IT professional at home traffic circulation, climate modelling, the There is a strong emphasis on practical and around the world study of diseases, systems engineering, work and teamwork. ¬ Combine an in-depth knowledge of business modelling and ecology. As well as software engineering with the practical learning how computers work, you will get In Year 3, you will have the opportunity to skills to apply this knowledge an understanding of the technology behind spend six months on paid work (INTRA) computer games, mobile phones, the placement. The INTRA programme internet and many other computing-based integrates academic study with About You products. closely related jobs. It will give you an This course will appeal if you are inquisitive understanding of the professional and and see the potential of computers in This degree prepares you for a professional practical business world and will help you our society, whether you are interested career in computing and information to stand out in the graduate employment in computer games or robotics, mobile technology. It gives you an in-depth market. phones or electronic commerce. knowledge of software engineering and the practical skills to apply this knowledge You will complete major projects in Additional Requirements to develop tomorrow’s software. Such Years 3 and 4. These projects provide an knowledge is highly sought after by opportunity for you to put into practice the In addition to the general entry employers. software development techniques studied requirements for admission to the in class. An annual display of final-year University (see page 208), the following students’ work will allow you to showcase entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 your talents to the industrial and business or H6 in Mathematics. communities. It also allows potential employers to see the high standard and broad range of the development work you have carried out on the course. This display is very popular with industry and draws many prospective employers keen to hire DCU graduates. See webpage for more information www.computing.dcu.ie/fyp

168 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BSc Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online

This course is recognised by the Teaching Council Christine Stears www.dcu.ie/computing APPLICATIONS COMPUTER IN for teaching Computer Studies (see page 234 for Marketing Officer (UG) or further details). Faculty of Engineering and www.dcu.ie/DC121 Computing T +353 (0) 1 700 5237 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year 3 CAO code Intermediate Specialist Topics | Third-year Year 1 DC121 Project | INTRA Core Introductory Hardware and Software Years Modules | Networks | Web Design and Year 4 4 Programming Advanced Specialist Topics | Computer Min points Applications Project Year 2 370 Information Systems or Software | Internship Engineering Specialisations Yes

Future Careers  Software Engineer  Programmer  Systems Analyst  Web Developer  Cloud Computing Developer  App Developer  Technical Consultant  Research and What Our Graduates Say Development  Further Study - Teaching By the end of your studies, this course will have moulded you into a well-versed and well- prepared modern software engineer, with industry experience (INTRA) to propel you In These Areas forward, as you embark on your professional career. What you put into this course is what you get out of it. Although it can be tough, you will gain excellent critical-thinking and  Computing and Electronic problem-solving skills, which are crucial to software development and also applicable to Companies any career.  Finance Companies  Self-employment The broad exposure to technology and the skills I learned on this course, coupled with my involvement in DCU clubs, societies and Erasmus, is the reason I landed on my feet after Look online (website details at top of DCU, in my dream job in the beautiful city of Vienna. I put this course as #1 on my CAO and page) for more information about future I couldn’t have made a better choice. careers in your chosen field.

James Nolan, BSc in Computer Applications, Backend Software Engineer, Journi Vienna

169 BSc in Data Science Change the world with data at DCU

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ First dedicated undergraduate course in In addition to the general entry The BSc in Data Science is focused Data Science in Ireland requirements for admission to the on the combination of programming, University (see page 208) the following mathematics, communication and data ¬ Unique combination of mathematical entry requirement apply: minimum of H3 in analytics that will equip you to use data theory, programming practice and Mathematics. to solve problems. The degree has been communication skills developed in close collaboration between ¬ Industry-relevant, socially responsible, Understanding: Data Science the University, global centres of research entrepreneurially-driven. Solve excellence (Insight, ADAPT), and major The BSc in Data Science, the first of its kind problems in large organisations, for industry players such as Accenture, AIB in Ireland, is aimed at students who are society, or for yourself and Intel. You will learn relevant theory in interested in a career in data analytics and mathematics, statistics, programming, ¬ Work alongside the two largest ICT related data science roles. 'Data Science' is data mining, cloud technologies and research centres in Ireland – the Insight the study of information – where it comes machine learning. You will then apply this Centre for Data Analytics and the from, what it tells us and how to turn it knowledge to industry and socially relevant ADAPT Centre for Digital Content into a resource for business, government scenarios using real-world data, and Technology and social strategies. The ability to learn to interpret and communicate the collect, process, analyse, understand and ¬ Hands-on: work with real data to solve results. The qualification you will receive communicate from data is used daily to real-world problems that matter is highly marketable, with global demand make decisions ranging from financial across numerous sectors, and can lead to investments to government strategy to employment at the highest levels in both About You recommending a movie or choosing the the public and private sectors. best sports person to join your team. If you like to ask questions and to know why DCU is uniquely positioned to offer this or how to make better decisions, then Data course: our proven strengths in computing, Science at DCU will give you the tools and engineering, business and mathematics skills for this important new area. The BSc combine with an enterprise-driven focus on in Data Science is a blend of mathematics, innovation and applied problem solving. computing and data analytics. You’ll learn It all means we make a real difference in to program, to apply your mathematics the real-world. This course is designed to knowledge in practical ways and to build produce more graduates with the skill-sets the latest machine - learning models to necessary to fill the ICT skills gap and meet better understand the world around you. the demands of employers both at home No prior computing experience is needed - and abroad. we will take you from novice to expert.

170 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BSc Contact Details Visit Us Online

Christine Stears www.datascience.dcu.ie SCIENCE DATA IN Marketing Officer (UG) or Faculty of Engineering and www.dcu.ie/DC123 Computing T +353 (0) 1 700 5237 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Data Scientist  Business Intelligence Analyst  Customer Insight Lead  Team Leader  Chief Data Scientist  Director of Analytics  Risk Analysist  Knowledge Engineer  Data Programmer

In These Areas  Finance  Healthcare  Telecommunications  Non-profit  Media  Retail What Our Current Students Say  Manufacturing  Sport I chose Data Science at DCU because it stands out from the traditional computing degrees. So far it have given me the opportunity to experience work in a diverse and Look online (website details at top of innovative field, where I have acquired invaluable skills to help build a successful career in page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. many different domains.

Adam Power, BSc in Data Science

171 Faculty of Engineering and Computing Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC200 Common Entry into Engineering (Undenominated Entry) 1st year only* 381 DC190 BEng and MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering 4 years** 391 DC193 BEng and MEng in Mechatronic Engineering 4 years** 403 DC195 BEng and MEng in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering 4 years** 401 DC197 BEng (and MEng major) in Biomedical Engineering 4 years** 402 (* Allows entry to four-year Honours Bachelor or five-year Masters degree courses) (** Option to complete Year 5 and gain an MEng degree)

subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 Mathematics or H4 Applied Mathematics with H5 Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level C Mathematics other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications The engineering schools consider transfer requests based on the performance of the candidate. The overall set of guidelines which is in use for HETAC/NCEA equivalent qualifications is as follows: Qualification Possible Point of Entry Relevant HETAC/NCEA Higher Certificate/National Certificate First year (Distinction) Relevant HETAC/NCEA Higher Certificate/National Certificate First year (Merit plus Experience) Relevant HETAC/NCEA Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma (Merit or Better) Second year Relevant HETAC/NCEA Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma (Distinction plus a possible interview) Third year

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Common First Engineering Year

The two engineering schools in DCU have been working together to ensure that our courses stay vibrant and relevant to the needs of the modern engineer. One development that has arisen from this effort is a common first engineering year across all four engineering courses in the Faculty. In other words, students entering via any of the CAO-denominated courses (DC190, DC193, DC195, or DC197) or the Common Entry route (DC200) will all share a common engineering Year 1. Provided you successfully complete all modules from Year 1, you will be allowed to progress into Year 2 of any available BEng engineering undergraduate course. If you have been offered a place on a denominated course, you may, on successful completion of Year 1, opt to stay with that course. Or, if your interests have changed, you can switch to one of the other available engineering courses in the Faculty.

Note: You cannot switch to the software engineering option in BSc in Computer Applications DC121 or BSc in Enterprise Computing DC120 or BSc in Data Science DC123.

Accredited Engineering Courses

DCU has always been at the forefront in running accredited engineering courses which meet the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Through international agreements made by Engineers Ireland, Chartered Engineer accreditation is recognised by the IET (UK) and by EU nations through FEANI. It is also recognised by the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and many other countries through the Washington Accord. Only Masters awards can achieve Engineers Ireland Chartered Engineer accreditation. Upon successful completion of Year 4 of your BEng (Hons) degree, and subject to meeting the relevant entry requirements, you will have the option to continue your studies on DCU’s Masters programme in the relevant area.

- BEng and MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering (ECE) DC190 - BEng in Mechatronic Engineering DC193 - BEng and MEng in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering DC195 - BEng in Biomedical Engineering DC197

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School of Computing Courses

If you are interested in how software addresses real-world computing problems and how information technology can be used to improve and even re-design the way business can be done, the Enterprise Computing course will give you the foundation for a career in information technology for the modern business enterprise. It will also teach you practical skills in designing and managing information systems, and deploying them effectively and creatively.

If you have no previous experience in writing programs and want to learn how to develop software programs that can be used in a variety of different applications (mobile apps, computer games, artificial intelligence, cloud-based applications, etc.), the Computer Applications course will give you an in-depth knowledge of software engineering and the practical skills to apply this knowledge in developing tomorrow’s software solutions.

The BSc in Data Science combines the three key skill sets of computing, mathematics and enterprise to provide the core knowledge needed to succeed in this growing area. The course will introduce you to the major concepts in data analytics, management, processing, modelling, visualisation and enterprise. You will study programming, and mathematics and will learn to apply these skills to data from the real world, and also to communicate the results to different audiences.

cao code course title duration points DC120 BSc in Enterprise Computing 4 years 350 DC121 BSc in Computer Applications 4 years 370 DC123 BSc in Data Science 4 years 467 subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics (for Computer Applications and Enterprise Computing); minimum of H3 in Mathematics (for Data Science) GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level grade C or GCSE C Mathematics (for Computer Applications and Enterprise Computing) GCE A Level grade B or GCE AS Level grade B Mathematics (for Data Science) other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications Holders of HETAC Higher Certificate/National Certificates in Computing with Credit or Distinction or HETAC Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma in Computing with Credit may be admitted into the second year. Holders of HETAC Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma in Computing with Distinction may, in exceptional circumstances, be admitted into the third-year. Each case will be considered on its individual merits.

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175 178 Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

180 Bachelor of Education

184 Bachelor of Religious Education

188 Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge, and French or German or Spanish

190 BSc in Education and Training

192 Foundation Programme in Education and Training

For information in relation to the following concurrent teacher education courses, please see the relevant course entries in the Faculty of Science and Health:

80 BSc in Science Education

76 BSc in PE with Biology

78 BSc in PE with Mathematics

180176 Access unparalleled opportunities at the only dedicated faculty of education at an Irish university.

The DCU IoE brings together students from all education sectors. Our students take courses in early childhood education, primary and post- primary teaching, and further education and training. They work with staff who are passionate DCU INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (IOE) about education, who are leaders in their field, who contribute to policy and research, and who are recognised across the world for the quality of their work. We expect you, as a student of the Institute to share that passion for education. We will challenge you, make you think, place you in schools and educational settings unlike any you have experienced before, ask you questions and listen to yours. We will help you develop skills to enhance the learning and development of young children, to teach in the classrooms of today and tomorrow, and to build the foundation of your career in education.

177181 Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) Provide high-quality early education and care for young children

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬ We have extensive experience in helping The general entry requirements for All students take required early childhood students become professionally qualified admission to the University apply (see page education and care modules and spend educators 208). approximately 1000 hours on professional practice placement. You can also select ¬ Our course aims to develope graduates Understanding: from a range of relevant specialisms. who are well-informed, articulate and Early Childhood Education You will be part of a small study group who hold a personal stance on key issues (a seminar group) and this will give you in Early Childhood Education and Care Early Childhood Education is a large and a chance to share your experiences of (ECEC) growing field. There are half a million professional placement and your thoughts children in Ireland under the age of 6 years ¬ You will work with internationally on course content. and most of those access some form of recognised experts in early childhood early childhood education. State provision education and care In Year 1, you will cover the core information of ECEC is increasing. needed to understand young children and ¬ You will be well prepared. One of the how they develop. main indicators of quality in ECEC This course will equip you to lead education

is recognised to be the professional and care provision for children in the age- Year 2 focuses on the ECEC environment. qualifications and status of those range birth to 6 years. You will be prepared You will learn how to create settings that working with children from birth to 6 for a wide range of early education support and challenge young children. years settings. Working with young children is

a challenging yet very rewarding career. ¬ You can choose from a range of elective Diversity, equality and inclusion are key Our BECE degree will help you succeed by modules. Examples include preparing themes in Year 3. You will discover how developing your understanding of: you to teach Irish as a first or second to support and engage with the rich language in Naíonraí or to promote cultures, languages, traditions and needs ¬ Children’s wellbeing, development and physical activities in early childhood of a diversity of children and their families learning (birth to 6 years) through respectful relationships. About You ¬ Key frameworks such as Aistear: The Early Childhood Curriculum Year 4 focuses on leadership, ethics and Do you want to work with babies, toddlers research. You will complete a dissertation in ¬ How children learn through play, indoors and young children in early education an area of professional interest to you. and outdoors and care settings such as preschools, community playgroups, Naíonraí and ¬ How to plan and deliver high-quality Throughout the course, theory is put into crèches? Are you deeply interested in young learning experiences for young children practice through placement in a range of children’s well-being, development and different early education settings such as ¬ Your professional responsibilities, learning? Are you committed to your own community-based crèches, specialised leadership and management personal and professional development early intervention programmes, privately- and willing to challenge your assumptions ¬ The wider social and legislative context run pre-schools and policy settings, such as about children and childhood? The and its impact on children and families voluntary organisations and government Bachelor of Early Childhood Education departments or agencies. You will work ¬ How best to respectfully communicate, (BECE) will provide you with a professional with children from a variety of linguistic, build relationships and work with the qualification as an educator, innovator social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. diversity of children, parents, colleagues and leader in the field of early childhood, You will also work with children who have and other professionals working with and for children from birth to special educational needs. 6 years. You will learn how best to care for Garda vetting has been introduced for and support children during those crucial students who have unsupervised access to We see the relationship between the early years. children and vulnerable adults as part of child and educator as key to quality early their studies at DCU. You must successfully education and care. Throughout the pass the Garda vetting process in order to course, we emphasise the importance of complete the process of registration. sensitive communication between child and educator and the need to foster collaborative relationships with families. 178 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE (BECE EDUCATION EARLY OF CHILDHOOD BACHELOR Contact Details Visit Us Online Dr Geraldine French www.dcu.ie/DC001 T +353 (0) 1 884 2056 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year 3 CAO code Children, Families and Communities | Year 1 DC001 Children’s Participation in ECE | Assessing Child Development 1 (Communication and Early Learning and Development | Current Years Language) | Child Protection and Legal Issues in ECE | Special Educational Needs | 4 Frameworks | Creativity 1 and 2 | National Psychological Perspectives: Young Frameworks for ECE (Ireland) | Play Min points Children’s Thinking and Learning | Early and Learning 1 | Wellbeing, Health and 398 Mathematics Learning | Language, Nutrition 1 and 2 | Issues in Professional Literacy and Culture 1 | Issues in Places Learning and Practice | Professional Professional Learning and Practice | Practice 65 Professional Practice ) Year 2 Year 4 Child Development 2 (Environments and Language Literacy and Culture 2 | Interactions) | Contemporary Curriculum Leadership and Management in ECEC Approaches in ECE | Historical Settings | Partnerships in ECE | Philosophy Perspectives on ECE | Language and and Childhoods | Specialisms/ Elective Cultural Diversity | Outdoor Learning | Modules | Transitions and Change in Play and Learning 2 | Technology in Early Childhood | Dissertation 1 and 2 | Learning | Curriculum and Planning | Issues Professional Practice in Professional Learning and Practice | Future Careers Professional Practice  Early Childhood Educator  Manager  Director  Co-ordinator  Trainer  Early Years Specialist  Early Years Inspector  Mentor

In These Areas  Pre-school  Naíonraí  What Our Current Students Say Crèches  National Voluntary

The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) course has provided me with an in Organisations depth knowledge of child development, policy and everything in between. All delivered  Early Years Inspectorate by influential lecturers with a passion and enthusiasm for developing, and improving  City and County Childcare this ever changing sector. We are provided with many opportunities for placement Committees – directly working alongside children and their families, and indirectly in policy and  Statutory Bodies Government settings. Studying at DCU has many benefits; including the use of facilities  Development Agencies on all campuses. DCU show a willingness to listen to the student voices and act upon it to improve student life in the University. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Clare O Keeffe, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education careers in your chosen field.

179 Bachelor of Education (BEd) Gain the skills required to handle the complex, challenging and ever-changing primary education environment

Why DCU? DC003 Iarratasóirí Gaeltachta amháin DC002/DC003 students who choose the in Institiúidí Ardoideachais. Is féidir suas optional Catholic denominational strand ¬ You will be taught by internationally go 10% de na háiteanna ar na cúrsaí take three modules in Catholic Religious recognised experts in primary teacher múinteoireachta sa bhunoideachas, a Education. Students must also successfully education bheith curtha in áirithe d’iarratasóirí complete three additional modules leading ¬ You will gain experience in a broad Gaeltachta. Le hiarratas a dhéanamh, to a Catholic Certificate in Religious range of classes in different types of caithfidh tú a bheith in do chónaí in áit atá Studies in order to qualify to teach in a schools, including multi-grade classes in ainmnithe go hoifigiúil mar Ghaeltacht school under Catholic patronage. small schools agus a bheith in ann a dheimhniú gurb í an Ghaeilge do ghnáth-theanga bhaile. All entrants through the DC004 Church of ¬ You will select from a range of Féadann tú iarratas a chur isteach ar Ireland Centre pathway must be aware of specialisms designed to prepare you to DC002 agus DC003 araon, más mian leat. and willing to support the distinctive ethos be a leader and innovator in education of Protestant primary schools. ¬ Most teaching happens in small groups DC004 Church of Ireland Centre pathway where you will get to know your fellow (Restricted Entry): If you hold a minimum DC004 students take an additional students well H6 or O4 in Irish, you may be offered qualification in Religious Studies and a place, but only if there are too few Religious Education to prepare them to ¬ You will conduct an action research applicants with H4 in Irish. A Link Module teach the Follow Me programme in schools project in the final year of your course of the Leaving Certificate Vocational under Church of Ireland, Methodist, Programme may be presented as one Presbyterian and Society of Friends About You of the six subjects for the calculation of patronage. You will take a denominational points but will not qualify as a subject specialism module and a specialism in Teaching is a demanding and a caring for matriculation purposes. You must teaching, leading and learning in small profession so you will need to be highly apply through CAO by 1 February. Late schools, a module in Irish Language and motivated. You should be deeply interested applications cannot be accepted. Literature, a short intensive course in Irish in children, how they learn and how they and a one-week placement in a Gaelscoil. experience and interpret the world. Understanding: You should also enjoy working with, and Primary Teaching Garda vetting has been introduced for learning from, other people. You must be a students who have unsupervised access to good communicator. Teaching is a highly skilled and challenging children and vulnerable adults as part of activity. It requires expert knowledge, but their studies at DCU. You must successfully We expect our students to be committed also the ability to apply that knowledge pass the Garda vetting process in order to to their own personal and professional flexibly and to adapt it quickly to new complete the process of registration. development and to be willing to challenge situations. Teachers must be able to handle their assumptions about teaching, learning, unexpected events in the classroom and schools and society. to use these imaginatively to promote learning. We will give you the opportunities Additional Requirements you need to develop your subject knowledge, your understanding of how In addition to the general entry children learn and how schools work, and requirements for admission to the your classroom management skills. University (see page 208), the following entry requirements apply: a minimum of H5 in at least three subjects and a minimum of O6/H7 in three other subjects. Your subjects must include H4 in Gaeilge; O4 or H7 in English; and O4 or H7 in Mathematics.

180 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BACHELOR OF EDUCATION ( EDUCATION OF BACHELOR Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable you to register on graduation as a primary T +353 (0) 1 884 2212 www.dcu.ie/DC002 teacher with the Teaching Council (see page 234 for further details). E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC003 [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC004 DC004 is a restricted entry pathway for Church of Ireland, [email protected] Methodist, Presbyterian, Society of Friends, Baptist and other reformed Christian applicants. BEd

CAO codes Course Structure Year 4 focuses on deepening your expertise. DC002 ) It will provide you with opportunities to Our BEd is designed to help you become a think about big ideas in education such as DC003 skilled and creative teacher. All students social justice, inclusion and working in a Gaeltacht applicants study Education, complete 30 weeks' school school community. You will also undertake placement and visit the Gaeltacht for a research project. DC004 four weeks. You will also take specialism Church of Ireland subjects relevant to teaching. You will Centre pathway be part of a small study group (a tutorial Specialism Track Modules (Restricted) group) and this will give you a chance to share your experiences of school placement The BEd also provides opportunities for Years and your thoughts on course content. students to specialise in key areas of 4 learning. Min points You will spend time in schools each year, 462* (DC002) with extended placements in each of Years DC002 and DC003: In Year 1, you will 429 (DC003) 3 and 4. You will start by observing the select a maximum of three options from 357 (DC004) class teacher and will build up gradually English, Gaeilge, Geography, History, to teaching all day. Throughout your Mathematics, Music, and Religious Studies. Places placements, you will be supported by both You can continue with one of these as a 400† (DC002) and faculty and school staff. major specialism in Years 2 to 4, or may (DC003) decide to opt for Digital Learning, Drama 32† (DC004) The majority of DC004 placements will in Education, Early Childhood Education, († Under review) be in schools under Church of Ireland, Human Development, Human Rights and Methodist, Presbyterian and Society of Citizenship Education, Literacy Education, Friends patronage, with a particular focus Music Education, Physical Education, on developing the experience and skills Science Education, Special and Inclusive for teaching multi-grade classes in small Education or Visual Arts Education. (The schools. number of places on some specialisms is restricted and options are subject to In Years 1 and 2, you will cover the basics change). needed for teaching. You will come to understand how children think and learn DC004 Church of Ireland Centre pathway: in active ways. Your curriculum courses will In Year 1 you take modules in Religious prepare you to teach all the subjects of Studies and Irish Language, and select one the primary curriculum using approaches option from English, Gaeilge, Geography, that develop children’s understanding and History, Mathematics and Music. In Years 2 motivation. You will also take modules to 4, you must follow a particular specialism in Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology of which prepares you to teach in small Education and History of Education. schools and multi-level classes.

In Year 3, you will review what you have learned to date and will apply it in different situations. You will deepen your understanding of classroom contexts and of how to plan for rich learning experiences. You will learn how to work with children in ways that are democratic and enable them to engage in an ethical way with the world.

181 182 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BACHELOR OF EDUCATION ( EDUCATION OF BACHELOR Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable graduates to register as a primary teacher T +353 (0) 1 884 2212 www.dcu.ie/DC002 with the Teaching Council (see page 234 for further details). E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC003 [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC004 DC004 is a restricted entry pathway for Church of Ireland, [email protected] Methodist, Presbyterian, Society of Friends, Baptist and other reformed Christian applicants. BEd What Will I Study? Year 3 CAO codes

Philosophy, Ethics and Citizenship | ) [Module titles are subject to change] DC002 Integrating Learning Across the Curriculum | Literacy and Language DC003 Year 1 Litearthacht agus Teanga | Local Studies Gaeltacht applicants Foundations in Education and Early and Mathematics | School Placement | Childhood Education | Literacy and School Placement Studies | Optional DC004 Language Litearthacht agus Teanga | Track Modules - Major Specialism | DC004 Church of Ireland Visual Arts and Music Education | Drama Centre pathway Church of Ireland Centre Denominational and Physical Education | STEM Education Module | Centre for Catholic Education (Restricted) and Social Studies | Assessment, Digital Denominational Module Years Learning and Inclusive and Special Education | Teacher as a Reflective 4 Year 4 Practitioner | Gaeilge | School Placement | Foundations in Education and Ethics | Min points Optional Track Modules -Foundations * Literacy and Language Litearthacht agus 462 (DC002) in Humanities | DC004 Irish Language Teanga | Math Ed, Assessment, Digital 429 (DC003) and Literature | DC004 Church of Ireland Learning | Inclusive/Special Education and 357 (DC004) Centre Denominational Module | Centre Social Inclusion | Research Project | Schools for Catholic Education Denominational Places as Communities | School Placement | Major Module 400† (DC002) and Specialism (DC003) Year 2 32† (DC004) SPHE, Ethics and Social Studies | († Under review) Foundations in Education | Literacy and Language Litearthacht agus Teanga | Visual Arts and Music Education | Drama and Physical Education | STEM and Future Careers Early Childhood Education | Teacher as  Teacher Reflective Practitioner | School Placement | Optional Track Modules - Major  Principal Specialism | DC004 Church of Ireland  Teacher Educator Centre Denominational Module | Centre  Educational for Catholic Education Denominational Administrator Module  Consultant  Content Writer What Our Current Students Say  Researcher  School Inspector The Bachelor of Education course is fantastic. It’s very practical. You spend a lot of time outside of DCU, teaching in real schools, as well as observing other teachers. That has In These Areas definitely taught me a lot about teaching.  Primary Schools  I love the major specialism. For me, that subject is drama. And it’s so nice to get the Government opportunity to study not one, but two of my passions at third level: Education and Drama. Departments It’s also great that so much of your timetable is based around a subject you get to choose  National Voluntary yourself. Organisations  Statutory Bodies I think this degree is unique because it’s easy to travel with. You can travel the world and  Development Agencies teach, and you also have the opportunity to study abroad for a semester in third-year.

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Why DCU? Understanding: Teaching including School Placements Post-Primary Teacher Education One of the most exciting and rewarding ¬ Specialised centre of excellence, with elements of the course is our hands-on a rich history in teacher education – it’s The four-year Post-Primary Teacher approach to school placement. Over what we do Education degree in Religious Education the four years of the course, you have an and English/History/Music is a ‘concurrent’ ¬ Teaching placements take up 25% of the opportunity to gain valuable and extensive teacher education course – meaning that course - preparing you to teach in the experience within a range of teaching academic study and professional teacher 21st-century classroom and learning environments, including training are integrated in all four years. This observation of practice, micro-teaching, ¬ You will be qualified to teach Religious is in contrast with the ‘consecutive model’, peer-teaching, team-teaching and Education (RE) and English/History/ where you first complete an undergraduate school-based placement (in both primary Music to Honours Leaving Certificate degree and must then apply for entry to the and post-primary sectors). You are level Professional Masters in Education in order supported throughout your professional to qualify as a post-primary teacher. ¬ Graduates are employed in key development by experienced school educational positions in Ireland, Europe placement tutors and school-based This course, as well as preparing you in the and internationally cooperating teachers. School placement two distinct areas of Religious Education also enables you to learn about and involve and English/History/Music, will also yourself with the wider school community About You place emphasis on teamwork, leadership, through taking part in activities, initiatives communication and creativity – skills that Are you interested in playing a key role in and work outside of your classroom will inspire you to work as a post-primary the educational development of the next teaching. There is a specific focus on this teacher and also in a variety of other generation? aspect of school life during Context and professions. Engagement week. Additional Requirements Garda vetting has been introduced for Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics DC010: The general entry requirements for students who have unsupervised access to Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics admission to the University apply (see page children and vulnerable adults as part of provides a strong foundation for teaching 208). their studies at DCU. You must successfully Religious Education in post-primary level pass the Garda vetting process in order to schools and meets the subject criteria DC011: The general entry requirements for complete the process of registration. required by the Teaching Council. The admission to the University apply (see page modules include: Ethics; Philosophy; 208). Course Structure Scripture; Systematic Theology; World A major attraction of this four-year course Religions. You are encouraged to explore a DC012: In addition to the general entry is that you will study in small class groups wide range of topics and develop the skills requirements for admission to the within the larger University context. to work in contexts of cultural and religious University (see page 208), the following Throughout the course you will cover the diversity. entry requirement apply: H4 in Music following integrated areas: or equivalent (this requirement may be waived by the Head of Music). Foundational and Professional Studies in Education DC012 is a restricted entry course. DCU offers a student-friendly, supportive, Applicants must apply through CAO by open, dynamic and practical approach to 1 February. Late applications cannot be the study of Education. Given its diverse accepted. nature, the study of Education and Religious Education is exciting, engaging, Applicants must take music aural and and challenging; something that is performance tests. For details please visit reflected in the variety of modules on offer www.dcu.ie/DC012 to you over the course of your four years.

184 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE ( EDUCATION RELIGIOUS OF BACHELOR Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable you to register with the Dr PJ Sexton www.dcu.ie/DC010 (English) Teaching Council on graduation (see page 234 for T +353 (0) 1 884 2217 www.dcu.ie/DC011 (History) further details). E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC012 (Music)

You can then apply immediately for employment in second-level schools as a teacher of Religious Education and your related course subject (English/History/Music) up to and including Honours Leaving Certificate level.

English Music BRelEd (English) Studying English Literature provides The study of music combines an you with the skills to think creatively and opportunity to develop your own CAO code intelligently about the fundamental roles musicianship to a high level with a chance DC010 played by storytelling and song-making to experience a wide range of musical Years BRelEd in civilization. You will look at a wide range styles through performance; through 4 of literature and become familiar with the historical, analytical and contextual vital characteristics and contexts of drama, inquiry; and through composition. Subject Min points ) poetry, film and fiction. You will study style areas include compositional techniques, 386 and substance: what literature describes, music history and contextual studies, Places but also how it does it. Our priority is solfège/musicianship and keyboard skills, 45 developing your critical independence, choral and instrumental performance, Irish enabling you to read and reflect on literary traditional music, choral conducting, and texts across traditions: from Greek tragedy music technology. All students participate to Breaking Bad, Jane Austen to Father Ted, in performance ensembles (choir, trad BRelEd (History) Shakespeare to Kanye West. group, orchestra), which play an active role CAO code in the University’s cultural life, and which DC011 History prepare you for the diverse challenges Our aim is to provide you, as a student involved in music teaching and musical life Years of history, with the material and more broadly. 4 methodologies you will need in order to Min points discover, examine and interpret some of the major issues and questions which will 352 inevitably arise from your studies. The Places course offers a broad range of modules 40 covering topics in Irish, European and World History from the medieval to the modern period. BRelEd (Music) (Restricted)

CAO code DC012

Years 4

Min points 367

Places 20

185 Bachelor of Religious Education (BRelEd) Post Primary Teaching: Help the next generation reach their potential

What Will I Study? English Music Shakespeare | The Tragedy – Comedy Chromatic Harmony | Advanced Year 1 Complex | Poetry in Context | Great Books: Modulation – Composition Portfolio | Form, Education and School Placement How Canonicity Works History: Medieval, Renaissance, Romantic Teaching Studies Foundational | Music | Performance | Keyboard | Aural | Psychology and Human Development | History Choral | Repertoire | Technology Portfolio | Introduction to Religious Education | Ireland and England under the Tudors | Irish Traditional Music School Placement Programme 1 From Wittenberg to Westphalia: Europe, 1500 - 1648 | Late Medieval and Early Year 4 Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics Modern Europe | The Twentieth Century Education and School Placement History of Christianity | Sacramental World since 1918 Sociology of Education | Religious Theology and Ritual Studies | Introduction Education: Integration Seminars | School to the Bible | Foundations of Ethics Music Placement 4 | Research Project Intermediate Harmony and Counterpoint | English Form, History and Musical Analysis Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics Fictions | Poetry: A User’s Guide | Irish (Baroque/ Classical) | Performance | Bioethics | Ecumenism | The Gospels: Drama and its Contexts | Academic Skills Conducting | Instrumental | Choral | Themes and Issues | Theological for Third Level Musicianship – Keyboard Aural Skills Anthropology | Topics in Continental Philosophy | Research Paper History Year 3 From Union to Treaty: Ireland, 1800 – 1921 | Education and School Placement English The Making of Modern Europe, Teaching Studies Advanced | History Postmodernism | Reading Seminar 1789 – 1918 | After the Revolution: Ireland, and Philosophy of Education | Religious 1922 – 1998 | Academic Skills for Third Level Education: Theories and Approaches | History School Placement Programme 3 Twentieth-century Topics | Twentieth- Music century Ireland | Research Paper Foundational Harmony/Melody Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics Writing/Counterpoint | Theory/Solfége | World Religions | Philosophy and Sociology Music Performance: Instrumental/ Choral | of Religion | The God Question | Global Advanced Harmony and Orchestration Form/Analysis: History of Music | Ethics | Latin American Liberation – Composition and Portfolio | Advanced Musicianship – Keyboard Aural/Listening Theology | Taize: Theory and Practice of Form and History: Contemporary Music | Skills Ecumenism | Islam: Beliefs and Practices | Performance, Conducting, Choral Religion and Gender Year 2 English: Education and School Placement English For a full list of subjects see Teaching Studies Intermediate | Curriculum Romanticism | Gothic | Modernism www.dcu.ie/DC010 and Assessment | Learning and Teaching Religious Education | History History: School Placement Programme 2 From Absolutism Towards Enlightenment: For a full list of subjects see Europe, 1648-1788 | Ireland in the 17th and www.dcu.ie/DC011 Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics 18th Centuries | Revolution: The English and Introduction to Philosophy | Liturgy and American Experience Music: Worship | Prayer and Prophecy in Israel | For a full list of subjects see Christology: Systematic, Historical, and www.dcu.ie/DC012 Interreligious Perspectives | Justice and Peace | Science and Religion | The Letters of Paul

186 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE ( EDUCATION RELIGIOUS OF BACHELOR Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable you to register with the Dr PJ Sexton www.dcu.ie/DC010 (English) Teaching Council on graduation (see page 234 for T +353 (0) 1 884 2217 www.dcu.ie/DC011 (History) further details). E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC012 (Music)

Future Careers  Post-Primary Teacher (RE and English/History/ Music)  Principal  Educational Leadership  Educational Administrator  Consultant  Broadcaster  Journalism  Chaplaincy  Parish Ministry  The Arts  Poetry  Historian What Our Graduates Say  Musician / Composer

The Bachelor of Religious Education course is one of the quicker ways into post-primary In These Areas teaching, giving you real classroom experience within a few months. History and Religious  Post-Primary Schools Education are an excellent blend of subjects, which complement one another throughout  Government the four years. In addition, lecturers and staff will know you on a first-name basis within weeks. A definite hidden gem of a course! Departments  Private Sector Cillian Walsh, Bachelor of Religious Education (History)  International Development Agencies I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to gain a true university experience  Media but also get nurtured on a smaller close-knit course with extraordinary lecturers who are  Culture and Heritage more than helpful no matter what, and genuinely care by really getting to know each individual student. This course has allowed me to grow as a person and I’ve gained skills Look online (website details at top of and values that will stay with me throughout the rest of my life, wherever it may take me. page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field. Olivia Forde, Bachelor of Religious Education (English)

187 Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge, and French or German or Spanish Post-Primary Teaching: Use your ability in languages to inspire the next generation of learners

In addition to the general entry Languages Garda vetting has been introduced for requirements for admission to the There is a shortage of language teachers students who have unsupervised access to University (see page 208), the following in the post-primary sector at present and children and vulnerable adults as part of entry requirements apply: a minimum of H3 graduates of this course will be highly their studies at DCU. You must successfully in Gaeilge and a minimum of H3 in French sought after. The course will enable you pass the Garda vetting process in order to or German or Spanish. to reach a high standard of competence complete the process of registration. in Gaeilge and your chosen language so that you will be a confident and effective Course Structure language teacher. You will undertake a A major attraction of this four-year course two-month internship in the Gaeltacht is that you will study in small class groups and the second half of Year 3 will be spent within the larger University context. in a country where French or German or Throughout the course you will cover the Spanish is spoken. As well as learning the following integrated areas: languages to a high level, you will study a wide range of literature and become Foundational and Professional Studies in familiar with the vital characteristics Education and contexts of drama, poetry, film and We offer a student-friendly, supportive, fiction. You will study modules in applied open, dynamic and practical approach linguistics, i.e. how to teach languages to the study of education. Given its and how languages are learned. There will diverse nature, the study of education be modules on how to assess language and languages is exciting, engaging, and learners and how to teach students with challenging - reflected in the variety of different learning needs. modules on offer to you over the course of your four years.

188 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE SPANISH OR GERMAN OR FRENCH AND BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN GAEILGE, Additional Information Contact Details This degree enables you to register with the Dr Laoise Ní Thuairisg Teaching Council (see page 234 for further details). T +353 (0) 1 884 2323 E [email protected] You can apply immediately for employment in second-level schools as a teacher of Gaeilge and Visit Us Online your related course subject (French or German www.dcu.ie/DC013 or Spanish) up to and including Honours Leaving Certificate level.

CAO code DC013

Years 4 What Will I Study? Year 3 Curriculum, Policy and Assessment | Min points Year 1 Feasacht agus Fóineolaíocht na Gaeilge | 410 Education Theories 1 | Introduction to An Ghaeilge Fheidhmeach | Places the Study of Language Cúrsa Teanga 1/ Prós na Gaeilge 1 (online module)/Irish Irish Language 1 | Filíocht na Gaeilge/ 60 Prose 1 | School Placement 3 and Reflective Irish Poetry | Assessment, Learning and Practice Teaching | History of Irish Education and Current Issues | Microteaching and Memory and Identity; German Culture, Placement Preparation 1 | Introduction to Literature and Film; Latin America: Society, Applied Linguistics Literature and Culture Future Careers ¬ French Language 3 or ¬ French Language | French Literature or German Language 3 or  Post-Primary Teacher German Language | German Literature Spanish Language 3 or Spanish Language | Spanish (Gaeilge and French/ ¬ French Society and Literature or Literature German/Spanish) German Society and Literature or  Principal ¬ Foundation, Professional and Spanish Society and Literature Pedagogical Studies (FPP) modules  Educational Leadership delivered through the target language  Educational Year 2 as part of a semester abroad in a Administrator Digital Media and Language Learning | country where French or German or  Translator Language Pedagogy (Irish, French/ Spanish is spoken  Interpreter German/Spanish) (as Gaeilge) |  Consultant Introduction to Inclusive Education | Cúrsa Year 4 Teanga 2/Irish Language 2  Broadcaster Research Project | Education Theories Drámaíocht & Scannánaíocht/Irish Drama  Journalist 2 (Advanced) | Cúrsa Teanga 3/Irish and Film | Assessing Language Learning |  Language 3 | Prós na Gaeilge 2/Irish Lecturer School Placement 2 Prose 2 | School Placement 4  The Arts  Poetry ¬ French Language 5 or German Language 5 or ¬ French for teaching purposes or German  Literature Spanish Language 5 for teaching purposes or Spanish for teaching purposes In These Areas ¬ French Literature and Film or German Literature and Film or  Post-Primary Schools Spanish Literature and Film  Government ¬ French Language 6 or Departments German Language 6 or  Private Sector Spanish Language 6  European Community Agencies  Media  Culture and Heritage  Universities

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189 BSc in Education and Training Gain knowledge, skills and professionalism in Education and Training

Option for additional placement year: facilitates registration with the Teaching Council of Ireland as a teacher in Further Education

Why DCU? ¬ Developing your understanding of all Course Structure (Full-time Mode or aspects of education and training, in Flexible Learning Mode) ¬ Experience a well-established course both formal and informal sectors (adult The full-time mode is delivered during ¬ Develop your skills in a course that education, community education and traditional university hours. The flexible blends education and training workplace education and training) mode is delivered* two evenings per as they have evolved in the social and ¬ Diversify your future career prospects week and on occasional Saturdays and historical context in Ireland is also a designated full-time course. You ¬ Experience personal and professional ¬ Explaining key theories underpinning must select your delivery mode upon development over the course of your education, community development and registration. study organisational learning ¬ Qualify as a further education teacher, Your degree course focuses on the ¬ Providing you with the practical fully recognised by the Teaching Council development of specialist knowledge and skills and theoretical understanding skills in the areas of: necessary to deliver high-quality About You education and training ¬ Social and personal development Do you enjoy the challenge of working ¬ Enhancing your abilities to communicate ¬ Practice-based teaching and learning closely with people in a range of settings effectively as a teacher and helping them to advance their ¬ Curriculum design, implementation, knowledge, skills and attitudes? If you are The Further Adult and Continuing assessment and evaluation, and interested in how people learn and you Education stream (FACE) option (available instructional design want to understand how to use your own after Year 2), which extends the course to ¬ Interpersonal communications and knowledge to teach or train them, then four years, will enable you to register with education for multicultural and diverse the BSc in Education and Training is the the Teaching Council as a further education societies ideal course. We will help you gain a wide teacher upon successful completion of the range of skills and develop an enlightened course. ¬ Information and communication approach to teaching, learning and technology (ICT) applications in assessment. Foundation Programme in Education and education and training Training (NAVET): Students undertaking a ¬ Learning styles and group development Additional Requirements specific Quality and Qualifications Ireland and learning difficulties The general entry requirements for (QQI) approved course in Education and ¬ Enterprise education and education for admission to the University apply (see page Training in designated further education sustainable development 208). centres may take the degree on successful completion of a course of study jointly ¬ Policy and practice in education and Understanding: Education and Training delivered by DCU and the designated training contexts centres (see page 192 for further details). There is a strong demand for educators *The availability of the flexible mode across Ireland, from individual communities Garda vetting has been introduced for course is dependent on student numbers. through to large organisations. There are students who have unsupervised access to always people who want and need to learn. children and vulnerable adults as part of Optional Year Teaching and training are very desirable their studies at DCU. You must successfully At the end of Year 2 of the BSc in Education skills and this course will help you to develop pass the Garda vetting process in order to and Training course, you may choose to those skills by: complete the process of registration. either progress directly into the final year or to register for an optional extra year, after which you will complete your final year.

190 HONOURS BACHELOR - FULL-TIME DEGREE MODES HONOURS LEARNING FLEXIBLE AND BSc Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online

This course (four-year option) will enable you to Full-time www.dcu.ie/DC235 IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING register as a further education teacher with the Dr Jane O Kelly Teaching Council (see page 208 for further details). T +353 (0) 1 884 2274 E [email protected]

Students who complete the course in Optional Year 3 Full-time Mode three-years will graduate with the BSc in Practical Teaching Placement | Professional CAO code Education and Training, while graduates Development | Reflective Practice | Quality DC235 of the four-year course will be awarded the Assurance in Further Education Years BSc in Education and Training and will be 3 or 4 recognised by the Teaching Council as a Final Year teacher of further education. Values, Identity and Intercultural Learning | Min points Human Resources and Training in a 307 Globalised World | Equality, Access Places What Will I Study? and Inclusion | Developing a Research Perspective | Project 1 | Professional 80 Year 1 Development and Lifelong Learning | Academic Writing and Reading | Leadership and the Learning Curriculum Development | Education Organisation | Creating Learning for Sustainable Development | Lifespan Environments Using ICT | Research Project Development | Social and Personal 2 | Philosophical Perspectives on Education Flexible Learning Development with Communication Skills | Mode Human Development - Power and Politics | CAO code Optional Modules Concepts and Contexts in Education and Uaneen Module (Extra-Curricular DC235 Training | Microteaching and Teaching Activities) Preparation | Citizenship, Diversity and Years Inclusion 3 or 4 The Teaching Council requires those who want to register as teachers in further Min points Year 2 education to have a primary degree and N/A Assessment and Feedback | Advanced a qualification in teaching for Further Teaching Strategies | Professional Skills Places Education and Training (FET). DCU’s and Practice | Psychology of Individual 30 four-year BSc in Education and Training Difference and Diversity | Designing is regarded as a concurrent teacher Instruction for the Training Environment | qualification and will enable you to register Mediation Skills for the Learning Context | on graduation as a further education Reflective Work-Based Practice | Policy and teacher with the Teaching Council. Structures in Education and Training | Sociology of Education and Training | Entrepreneurship in Education and Training Future Careers  Education  Training

In These Areas  Community Education  Adult Education What Our Current Students Say  Public Sector  Private Sector So far in this degree, I’ve been given the tools which will help me to succeed in any area of education that I decide to go into, in the future. While developing these tools, I’ve built Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future great relationships with my lecturers and fellow students. careers in your chosen field.

Olivia Sneyd, BSc in Education and Training

191 Foundation Programme in Education and Training (NAVET) - QQI Level 5 Take the first step to a university degree

This course is offered jointly by DCU and Whitehall College of Further Education.

Why DCU? Mature Students Understanding: Foundation Programme in Education and ¬ The Foundation Programme offers an In the case of mature applicants, we take Training accelerated route into higher education into consideration other experience apart from performance in examinations – this Being able to teach/train other people is ¬ We provide a bridge between further may be work experience, further studies or a vital asset that affects organisations education and higher education other relevant experience. and entire communities. Everywhere ¬ The adult learning approach is suited to there are people who need and want to mature students We assess your case based on the details learn. If you are interested in teaching and you supply in your application. In most training, then this course will help you to ¬ If you decide not to proceed to DCU cases you will be called for an interview develop your skills. It will also create many after the course, you still gain a conducted jointly by Whitehall College of opportunities by: recognised full Level 5 qualification Further Education and DCU. ¬ By completing this course you gain ¬ Developing your understanding of all exemption from two modules in Year 1 of DCU and Whitehall College select students aspects of education and training, in the BSc in Education and Training on the basis of merit and are committed both formal and informal sectors (adult to equality of opportunity. We especially education, community education and welcome applications from minority workplace education and training), as About You groups, as they are under-represented they have evolved in Ireland’s social and This course is for people who like a in third-level education. Members of historical context challenge - the challenge of gaining new the Travelling community, people with ¬ Explaining the key theories underpinning knowledge and skills, and the challenge of disabilities, people of ethnic minority and education, community development and working closely with people and helping others with the skills and knowledge to organisational learning them learn. If you are interested in how work with groups from diverse backgrounds people learn and you want to understand are especially welcome. ¬ Providing you with the practical how to use your own knowledge to train or skills and theoretical understanding teach others in a range of settings, then the How to Apply necessary to deliver high-quality Foundation Programme in Education and education and training Apply for this course directly to Whitehall Training gives you an ideal start. College of Further Education. Garda vetting has been introduced for ¬ Have you recently completed your See www.whitehallcollege.com students who have unsupervised access to Leaving Certificate and want to go to OR children and vulnerable adults as part of university but cannot transfer directly Contact Whitehall College their studies at DCU. You must successfully based on your results? T +353 (0) 1 837 6011 or pass the Garda vetting process in order to ¬ Have you completed your Leaving +353 (0) 1 837 6012 complete the process of registration. Certificate in the last few years but F +353 (0) 1 837 7717 chosen not to go to university?

¬ Are you a mature student (aged 23 years or more) who has always wanted to go on to further study but does not know how to take that first step?

¬ Have you studied on a further education course and now wish to go on to higher education?

If you answer yes to any of these questions, the Foundation Programme is for you.

192 QQI LEVEL 5 LEVEL QQI (NAVET) TRAINING AND EDUCATION IN FOUNDATION PROGRAMME Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course is offered jointly by DCU and Dr Justin Rami www.dcu.ie/NAVET Whitehall College of Further Education. T +353 (0) 1 884 2128 E [email protected]

Course Structure ¬ Interpersonal and Group Behaviour Years 1 This one-year course offers modules at ¬ Personal and Professional Development Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Places ¬ Approaches to Early Childhood Level 5, including two modules which 25 Education form part of the undergraduate degree Location in Education and Training (see page 190). ¬ Social Studies Whitehall College of You will attend DCU for one day per week ¬ Legal Practice and Procedures Further Education each semester, so you will get to know and DCU Institute of the campus and enjoy the full university ¬ Word Processing Education, St Patrick’s experience. ¬ Concepts and Contexts in Education Campus, Drumcondra

and Training (DCU component) If you successfully complete both the course and the Level 5 Certificate in Education ¬ Social and Personal Development and and Training (5M3635) in Whitehall College Communication Skills (DCU component) of Further Education, you may be eligible to progress to Year 1 of the full-time BSc What Will I Study? in Education and Training course in DCU.

However, this is dependent on passing In addition to the core modules on your QQI the Foundation Programme and Level 5 Level 5 course, you will study the following Certificate with at least an overall merit. modules at DCU:

¬ Concepts and Contexts in Education Between DCU and Whitehall you will cover: and Training

¬ Communications ¬ Social and Personal Development with Communication Skills Future Careers ¬ Concepts in Education and Training  Education  Training

In These Areas  Pre-school  Further Education and Training  Community Education  Adult Education  Public Sector  Private Sector  Training  Instructional Design  Curriculum and Training Design

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cao code course title duration points DC001 Bachelor of Early Childhood Education 4 years 398

subjects required Leaving Certificate No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) GCE A Level No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208)

other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2009 Early Childhood Care and Education Students must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Please check www.dcu.ie/DC001 for list of eligible modules. QQI Level 6 6M2007 Early Childood Care and Education Students must have attained the FULL Level 6 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Please check www.dcu.ie/DC001 for list of eligible modules. Transfer Applications No entry path.

Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC002 Bachelor of Education 4 years 462* DC003 Bachelor of Education (Gaeltacht applicants) 4 years 429 (See additional special course requirements for DC003) DC004 Bachelor of Education Church of Ireland Centre pathway - Restricted Entry* 4 years 357

subjects required Leaving Certificate A minimum of H5 in at least three subjects and a minimum of O6/H7 in three other subjects. Programme requirements: Gaeilge H4, English and Mathematics O4/H7. * DC004 Church of Ireland Centre pathway (Restricted Entry): students with minimum of H6 or O4 in Irish, you may be offered a place, but only if there are too few applicants with H4 in Irish. A Link Module of the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme may be presented as one of the six subjects for the calculation of points but will not qualify as a subject for matriculation purposes. Applicants to DC004 may be called to interview to consider their eligibility for entry to the course. You must apply through CAO by 1 February. You will receive a Church of Ireland Centre eligibility assessment form which you must complete and return by the stated deadline. Late applications cannot be accepted. GCE A Level Six subjects must be presented, at least three at GCE A Level with the remaining subjects at GCE AS or GCSE Level. A subject may be counted from only one of the examinations GCSE, GCE AS Level or GCE A Level. Particular subject requirements are: GCE A Level C Irish; GCSE C in both English and English Literature or GCSE B in either English or English Literature; GCSE D in Additional Mathematics or GCSE C in Mathematics; GCE A Level C in two further subjects; GCSE C in one other subject.

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other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications We will consider applications from students who are about to complete or have recently successfully completed the Year 1 of a full-time BEd degree course or its equivalent in a recognised third-level institution nationally. You must meet the entry requirements of the class you wish to transfer to, normally including the CAO points requirement. If you entered your current course as a mature student, you must satisfy the course entry requirements for mature students. You may be required to attend for interview. Transfer is subject to availability of places. DC004: There is no entry path for transfer applicants.

Additional Special Course Requirements

Mature applicants to Bachelor of Education (DC002 and DC004) If you are applying for mature entry to the Bachelor of Education course you must apply to CAO by 1 February. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will receive a link in March to a supplementary form and instructions for completing and submitting this form from the CAO. If you meet the eligibility criteria and complete the supplementary form, you will be invited to attend for a general interview and oral Irish test. *Iarratasóirí Gaeltachta Amháin (DC003) In Institiúidí Ardoideachais, is féidir suas go 10% de na háiteanna ar na cúrsaí múinteoireachta sa bhunoideachas, a bheith curtha in áirithe d’iarratasóirí Gaeltachta. Le hiarratas a dhéanamh, caithfidh tú a bheith in do chónaí in áit atá ainmnithe go hoifigiúil mar Ghaeltacht agus a bheith in ann a dheimhniú gurb í an Ghaeilge do ghnáth-theanga bhaile. Féadann tú iarratas a chur isteach ar DC002 agus DC003 araon, más mian leat.

cao code course title duration points DC010 Bachelor of Religious Education and English 4 years 386 DC011 Bachelor of Religious Education and History 4 years 352

subjects required Leaving Certificate No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) GCE A Level No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208)

other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2154 Cultural and Heritage Studies 5M2073 Language and European Studies 5M3114 General Studies (Liberal Arts) 5M3635 Education and Training For information on the module listings and module combinations accepted for each QQI course please visit www.dcu.ie/DC010 or www.dcu.ie/DC011. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. You may be admitted to Year 1 of the course and exempt from certain modules.

195 DCU Institute of Education Course Requirements

cao code course title duration points DC012 Bachelor of Religious Education and Music (Restricted) 4 years 367 subjects required Leaving Certificate In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 208), the following requirements apply: H4 in Music or equivalent (this requirement may be waived by the Head of Music). You must take Music Aural and Performance tests (the Music Entrance tests). GCE A Level A minimum grade D in GCE A Level Music or a minimum grade C in GCE AS Level Music. If you are unable to take GCE A Level or AS Level Music, you may apply directly to the Head of Music to assess the equivalency of grade exams or other music tests you may have taken. Applicants must also pass the Music Entrance test. other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M2154 Cultural and Heritage Studies 5M2073 Language and European Studies 5M3114 General Studies (Liberal Arts) 5M3635 Education and Training 5M2011 Music (DC012 only) For information on the module listings and module combinations accepted for each QQI course, please visit www.dcu.ie/DC012. Transfer Applications Applications are welcomed from students who have studied at Level 6, Level 7 and Level 8 in relevant areas. You may be admitted to Year 1 of the course and exempt from certain modules. Eligible applicants will be required to pass the Music Entrance test. NOTE:QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

Additional Special Course Requirements

Mature applicants to Bachelor of Religious Education and Music (DC012) (Restricted) You must take Music Aural and Performance tests. For details, please visit www.dcu.ie/DC012.

Mature applicants to DC010, DC011, DC012 You must apply through the CAO (www. cao.ie) by 1 February. After completing the CAO application, all applicants must attend an interview. For details, please visit the relevant course information web page.

196 DCU INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration points DC013 Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge, and French or German or Spanish 4 years 410 subjects required Leaving Certificate In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 208), the following requirements apply: minimum of H3 in Gaeilge and a H3 in French or German or Spanish. GCE A Level Gaeilge: GCE A Level B Gaeilge French: GCE A Level B French German: GCE A Level B German Spanish: GCE Level B Spanish other entry paths QQI Level 5 No entry path. Transfer Applications No entry path.

Additional Special Course Requirements

Mature applicants to DC013 You must apply through the CAO (www. cao.ie) by 1 February. After completing the CAO application, applicants who meet the eligibility criteria may be invited to attend for a general interview and languages test (Gaeilge and chosen language). For details, please visit the relevant course information web page.

cao code course title duration points DC235 BSc in Education and Training 3/4 years 307 DC235 BSc in Education and Training (Further, Adult and Continuing Education) 3/4 years N/A (The code DC235 is the same for both Full-time and Flexible Learning Mode) subjects required Leaving Certificate No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) GCE A Level No additional requirements (general entry requirements only; see page 208) other entry paths QQI Level 5 5M4468 Community and Health Services You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Three of the distinctions must be in modules listed below: 5N0690 Communications / 5N1356 Work Experience / 5N0749 Anatomy and Physiology / 5N2705 Care Provision and Practice / 5N1764 Child Development / 5N1773 Early Childhood Education / 5N4325 Introduction to Nursing / 5N1279 Human Growth and Development / 5N1794 Safety and Health at Work 5M2786 Community Care You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Three of the distinctions must be in modules listed below: 5N2705 Care Provision and Practice / 5N1279 Human Growth and Development / 5N1794 Safety and Health at Work / 5N0690 Communications / 5N1356 Work Experience

197 DCU Institute of Education Course Requirements

5M2009 Early Childhood Care and Education You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Three of the distinctions must be in modules listed below: 5N1765 Child Health and Well Being / 5N1764 Child Development / 5N1773 Early Childhood Education / 5N1770 Working in Childcare / 5N1356 Work Experience / 5N0690 Communications 5M2154 Cultural and Heritage Studies You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Three of the distinctions must be in modules listed below: 5N0762 Archaeology / 5N1274 Folklore / 5N1296 Local History Studies / 5N0690 Communications / 5N1356 Work Experience 5M4732 Youth Work You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Three of the distinctions must be in modules listed below: 5N1384 Working with Young People / 5N1366 Understanding Youth Work / 5N2002 Young People and Society / 5N0690 Communications / 5N1356 Work Experience 5M2181 Applied Social Studies You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. Three of the distinctions must be in modules listed below: 5N0690 Communications / 5N1370 Social Studies / 5N0754 Applied Psychology / 5N0765 Intercultural Studies / 5N1356 Work Experience 5M3050 Community Development You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. 5N3631 Concepts in Education and Training You must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules.

NAVET Students undertaking a specific QQI-approved course in Education and Training in designated Further Education Centres may enter the degree course after successfully completing of a course of study jointly delivered by DCU and the designated centres (see page 192 for further details). Transfer Applications No entry path.

Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQI entry requirements.

cao code course title duration points DC203 BSc in Science Education 4 years 424 DC205 BSc in Physical Education with Biology 4 years 490 DC206 BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics 4 years 443

Course requirements are listed under the Faculty of Science and Health (see pages 76-80 for details).

198 199 203 BA (Hons) in English and History

203 BA (Hons) in Humanities

204 BA Single Module

204 BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

205 BSc (Hons) in the Management of Information Technology/Information Systems

205 BA (Hons) in Humanities (Psychology Major)

180200 Wherever you live in Ireland or around the globe, DCU Connected provides access to world-class online education with courses designed to meet your needs. We offer a growing range of internationally recognised undergraduate degree courses and short course options, which you can take in a way DCU CONNECTED that works for you.

At DCU, we realise that not everyone has the option of undertaking full-time, on- campus study. For these students, we aim to provide access to fully accredited DCU courses.

201181 DCU Connected currently offers six Entry Requirements and Exemptions undergraduate courses: ¬ If you are aged 23 years or over on 1 January of the year of entry, there are no formal entry requirements onto — BA (Hons) in English and History DCU Connected undergraduate courses. However, a high — BA (Hons) in Humanities degree of motivation and self-discipline are required to — BA Single Module successfully complete these demanding courses of study — BSc (Hons) in Information Technology ¬ Applicants below 23 years of age must satisfy the normal — BSc (Hons) in the Management of degree entry requirements of the University (see page 208) Information Technology/Information Systems — BA (Hons) in Humanities (Psychology Major) ¬ Applicants holding relevant qualifications may be eligible for exemption from specific modules of a course

An outline of each course is given on the following pages.

You can contact DCU Connected at: T +353 (0) 1 700 5481 E [email protected] W www.dcu.ie/connected

202 DCU CONNECTED BA (Hons) in English BA (Hons) in and History Humanities

Course Overview Course Overview

This course is designed to develop students’ knowledge Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in a and understanding of the English and History subject specific discipline, for example Literature or Sociology, areas. It is suitable for anyone who wishes to focus or are seeking a broad-based undergraduate specifically on these subjects in their studies, whether education, the BA (Hons) in Humanities provides you for personal or professional reasons. with the means to achieve your goals. The BA (Hons) in Humanities has been designed specifically to appeal to The History modules provide perspectives on major a variety of student needs and interests. themes in Irish and European political, economic, social and cultural history from the close of the Middle Ages The strength of this degree course lies in its academic to the 20th century. The Literature stream equips quality and its flexibility, in terms of the time, place students with the skills and techniques to discriminate and pace of study. You can choose to explore a between literature and other forms of writing and wide breadth of Humanities subject areas, such representation, taking account of contemporary as Literature, History, Philosophy, Psychology and perspectives in criticism and theory, including Sociology – while also specialising in at least one of the feminism, historicism and post-modernism. Irish, subject areas they find most rewarding. By choosing British, American and other literature in English will this BA, you will set yourself on the same path as the be evaluated in terms of their contributions to cultural thousands of people who have successfully graduated formation. You will encounter competing ideas about from this course since it was first accredited in 1993. writing and literature, within different historical and This BA (Hons) in Humanities course offers you national frameworks. the attractive opportunity to obtain a DCU The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in English and History undergraduate degree through online distance course offers you the attractive opportunity to obtain learning, which is more open and flexible than a full- a DCU undergraduate degree through online distance time or part-time, campus-based course. learning, which is more open and flexible than a full- time or part-time, campus-based course.

For More Information For More Information www.dcu.ie/DC340 www.dcu.ie/DC341

203 BA Single Module BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

Course Overview Course Overview

Whether you are interested in up-skilling, for example Do you want to develop knowledge and skills in an as a post-primary teacher who wishes to obtain exciting and fast-moving field? This honours degree Teaching Council registration for History, English or course provides students with critical insight into the CSPE, or are seeking to study for personal enjoyment, application of Information Technology to the processes becoming a BA Single Module student provides you of administration, management and innovation within with the means to achieve your goals. The Humanities a range of business and other organisations. The modules have been designed specifically to appeal to course is of particular relevance if you are working, a variety of student needs and interests. This course's or aspiring to work, in the IT sector and do not have a strength lies in its flexibility, in terms of the time, place relevant honours degree. and pace of study. You can choose to explore a wide This Bachelor of Science (Honours) course offers breath of Humanities subject areas while exploring you the attractive opportunity to obtain a DCU which area they find most rewarding. By choosing undergraduate degree through a flexible mode of to enrol on the BA Single Module course, you will set study. yourself on the same path as the hundreds of other people who have successfully studied Humanities modules.

The BA Single Module course offers you the attractive opportunity to study, at an Honours degree level, an array of interesting Humanities subjects, through online distance learning, without having to commit to a full-time or part-time, campus-based course.

For More Information For More Information www.dcu.ie/DC342 www.dcu.ie/DC343

204 DCU CONNECTED BSc (Hons) in the BA (Hons) in Management of Humanities Information (Psychology Major) Technology/ Information Systems

Course Overview Course Overview

This degree will equip you with competence in This course is designed to develop students' Management of Information Technology and knowledge, skills and competencies in Psychology, Information Systems and their application to the and is tailored to be suitable for anyone who wishes processes of innovation and administration. to study Psychology at undergraduate level, whether for personal or professional reasons. You may have: The course will be of particular relevance if you are a general interest in studying behaviour, thoughts, working in, or aspiring to work in: management, feelings and, motivations etc.; a specific interest in one administration, enterprise or institutional area of Psychology, for example Social Psychology or development, or industrial training and teaching, Counselling Psychology; or a specific interest in one of especially if you do not have a relevant honours degree. the fields in which Psychological knowledge, skills and This Bachelor of Science (Honours) course offers competencies can be applied, such as education or you the attractive opportunity to obtain a DCU health. undergraduate degree through a flexible mode of This Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Humanities (Psychology study. Major) course offers you the attractive opportunity to obtain a DCU undergraduate degree through online distance learning, which is more open and flexible than a full-time or part-time, campus-based course.

The course is accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), which ensures that the course meets the highest standards for undergraduate, pre-professional education and training in Psychology.

For More Information For More Information www.dcu.ie/DC344 www.dcu.ie/DC345

205 206 Find all the information you need to make an application. And if you need further information then don’t hesitate to contact us on How to Apply T +353 (0)1 700 8510 or E [email protected]

207 EU Applicants Leaving Certificate

The following pages contain information for General Entry Requirements applicants applying on the basis of: A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade O6/H7, which must include Mathematics and English or Irish. In addition, applicants must present at least two subjects at grade Application Information Summary Table 220 H5. DARE 212 Bachelor of Education (Honours Degree) – Deferring Your Course 211 DC002, DC003 and DC004* Please note that there are specific entry requirements for the External Transfer Applicants 213 above courses. They are as follows: general entry requirements as GCE A Level 210 above. In addition, you must attain a minimum of three subjects at Grade H5, to include a H4 in Irish; O4/H7 in English; O4/H7 in HEAR 213 Mathematics. International Students 214 * DC004 Church of Ireland Centre pathway (Restricted Entry): If you hold a minimum H6 or O4 in Irish, you may be offered a place, Irish Leaving Certificate 208 but only if there are too few applicants with H4 in Irish. Mature Applicants 211 Course Entry Requirements QQI Awards 209 Additional course requirements are outlined in the summary tables on pages 220-231.

Leaving Certificate Mathematics Requirements Leaving Certificate Grading Scale DCU does not award points for the subject of Mathematics at The Department of Education and Skills introduced a new Leaving Leaving Certificate Ordinary Alternative or Foundation Level. Certificate grading scale in 2017. The new scale has 8 grades: the However, these courses will be accepted for admission purposes for highest grade is grade 1 and the lowest grade is grade 8. the following courses: BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies DC155 The highest seven grades (1 to 7) divide the marks from 100% to BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation DC238 30% into seven equal grade bands, which are 10% wide. Grade 8 BSc in Education and Training DC235 is awarded for percentage marks of less than 30%. The grades at BA in Journalism DC132 higher level and ordinary level are distinguished by prefixing the BA in International Relations DC231 grade with H or O respectively, giving H1-H8 at higher level, and BA in Communication Studies DC131 O1-O8 at ordinary level. BA Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha DC239 This new 8-point grading scale replaced the 14-point scale at both Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society) DC232 Higher and Ordinary levels. Previously, the majority of students BSc in Multimedia DC133 receiving a given grade were within 3 percentage marks (and 5 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours DC009 extra points) of a higher grade. This created pressure towards Bachelor of Early Childhood Education DC001 rote learning and using the marking scheme to gain those few BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance DC014 additional marks. Leaving Certificate Subject Combinations The new broader grade bands aim to ease the pressure on Certain subjects will not be scored separately if they occur in students to achieve marginal gains in examinations and encourage combination with subjects that are similar in content. In each case, more substantial engagement with each subject. the highest individual grade will be scored. The following six groups of subjects are affected by this: Age Limited for Entry Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on 15 January of the 1 Music and Musicianship, Music A, Music B. year of entry. 2 Economics, Agricultural Economics. 3 Physics with Chemistry - if combined with Physics and Chemistry;

only two best scored - if combined with Physics or Chemistry; English Language Requirements only best scored. All non-native speakers of English MUST provide evidence of 4 History, Economics and Economic History - if all three subjects competence in the English Language. For further information, are taken; only the best two will be scored. please visit www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml 5 Latin, Classical Studies. 6 Greek, Classical Studies.

208 Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Awards

Leaving Certificate (LC) applicants, introduced in 2017 Higher Grade Points Ordinary Grade Points All QQI awards are part of the new inclusive National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), developed by QQI. H1 100 O1 56 H2 88 O2 46 Applicants who have a full NFQ Level 5 award in the appropriate qualifications and modules, with a minimum of H3 77 O3 37 five distinctions, can be admitted on a competitive basis to H4 66 O4 28 certain DCU courses. There are a limited number of places H5 56 O5 20 available on courses.

H6 46 O6 12 NFQ has made changes to the CAS (Common Awards H7 37 O7 0 System). Please refer to the DCU website for specific details on the range of QQI awards which link into the University’s Level 8 degree courses. Candidates who meet the points requirements but not the specific course requirements, for example H4 in English for the BA in Journalism, are General Entry Requirements permitted to repeat that subject only to meet the course requirements. — Full QQI Level 5 Certification must be achieved in one single sitting Bonus Points for Honours Mathematics 25 bonus points will continue to be awarded for higher level — QQI awards are normally made up of eight minor awards, Mathematics, at grades H6 and above in the Irish Leaving Certificate or commonly known as modules equivalent. — Five distinctions from the eight modules must be achieved Pre 2017 Leaving Certificate Points Grade Higher Level Ordinary Level Course Entry Requirements A1 100 60 Additional course requirements are indicated in the A2 90 50 details of each course in this prospectus. This requires the attainment of performance in specifically named QQI B1 85 45 Level 5 awards and in some cases, the inclusion of specific B2 80 40 modules. For example, for the BSc in Education and B3 75 35 Training, students must attain the full QQI Level 5 award C1 70 30 with distinctions in five modules, but three of the distinctions C2 65 25 must be in modules that DCU specifies. For the most up-to- C3 60 20 date information on course requirements, please see the D1 55 15 student resources page on www.cao.ie D2 50 10 D3 45 5 Applying to DCU Students make their application through the CAO and are ranked based on their performance in the eight modules Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) Linked Modules that make up their award. From 2017 the points awarded Distinction Merit Pass for QQI awards were revised. For more details, please see 66 46 28 student resources page at www.cao.ie

Please note that LCVP link modules cannot be used as a subject for Please note: general or specific course entry requirements, but can be used for the 1 A Major Award must be achieved. Component calculation of points. Certificates or Records of Achievement are not acceptable.

2 In certain courses, DCU will require the achievement of certain grades and/or specified components, (e.g. five distinctions, including a minimum pass in Mathematics, or four specific science modules).

3 A Major Award may be achieved over a number of sittings; however, for scoring purposes, only results achieved in a single sitting are assessed (e.g. between 1 August and 31 July). It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their QQI centre applies for a Major Award to QQI where courses are taken over more than one year. 209 General Certificate in Education GCE A Level

General Entry Requirements General Certificate in Education In order to meet the general entry requirements, students must After satisfying the general entry requirements and course entry meet one of the following requirements: requirements, applicants are ranked for admission based on a score calculated on the basis of either: — Two Grade C at GCE A Level plus four Grade C at GCSE Level, which must include the subjects Mathematics and English (or — The best four GCE A Level grades from one academic year, or Irish) — The best three GCE A Level grades from one year, plus one AS — Two Grade C at GCE A Level plus two Grade C at GCE AS Level grade in a different subject from the same or preceding Level plus two Grade C at GCSE Level, which must include the year only subjects Mathematics and English (or Irish)

— Two Grade C at GCE A Level plus one Grade C at GCE AS Level plus three Grade C at GCSE Level, which must include the The points that apply to each grade (from 2016) are indicated in subjects Mathematics and English (or Irish) the following table: Grade GCE A Level 4th A Level GCE AS Level Bachelor of Education (Honours Degree) - A* 185 45 31+ DC002 and DC003 and DC004 (CIC)* Please note that there are specific course entry requirements A 156 38 26 for above courses. Six subjects must be presented, at least three B 131 32 22 subjects at GCE A Level and the remaining subjects at GCE AS and A level. The six subjects must include Irish, English and C 106 26 18 Mathematics. D 84 20 14

The minimum grades required are as follows: E 63 15 11

— Irish: Grade C at GCE A Level — English: Grade C at GCSE Level in both English and English Bonus Points for Mathematics Literature, or Grade B at GCSE Level in either subject 25 bonus points will be awarded to students who have passed — Mathematics: Grade D at GCSE Level in Additional GCSE A Level Mathematics. Mathematics or Grade C at GCSE Level in Mathematics — Grade C at GCE A Level in two further subjects Additional Notes:

— Grade C in one other subject at GCSE Level — Applied A Levels are not accepted

*DC004 is a restricted entry pathway for Church of Ireland, — For a list of accepted GCE subjects, please visit Methodist, Presbyterian, Society of Friends, Baptist and other www.dcu.ie/sites/default/files/prospective/acceptable_ reformed Christian applicants. subjects_for_entry_to_dcu.pdf

Course Entry Requirements Additional course requirements are indicated in the details of each McAleese Scholarship course in this prospectus. DCU applicants with a permanent home address in Northern Ireland, presenting three A Level results, with a minimum requirement of 2 ‘A’ and 1 ‘B’ grades may be eligible to apply for a McAleese Scholarship. The scholarship allows successful applicants to gain one of five reserved places across a number of DCU undergraduate courses and includes a cash award. Applicants must meet DCU’s general entry requirements (see above) and the specific course entry requirements. Applicants should apply through the CAO by the normal closing date of 1 February or before the late closing date 1 May. Applicants must also submit a McAleese Scholarship Application Form directly to DCU.

For further information, please visit www.dcu.ie/prospective/scholarships.shtml

210 Deferring Your Mature Applicants Course

If you wish to defer an offer of a place At DCU, we welcome students of all ages relevant experience. For some courses, at DCU, do not accept your CAO offer. and backgrounds. We recognise that however, particular Leaving Certificate Instead, you must email the Registry Office adults returning to study bring a wealth subjects may be necessary. In all cases, the immediately at of skills, knowledge and experiences they university will want to know that you have [email protected] have gained from work, family and life the ability and motivation to make the in general. Mature students who choose most of your studies at DCU. You must give your name as it appears on DCU will find exciting challenges, a vibrant your CAO application, quote your CAO learning community and a network of What supports are available for mature application number and the course code of supports. students? the offer you wish to defer, and set out the There is a wide network of services. Writing reason(s) for the request. If you apply as a mature student (aged Head Start is a one week course which 23 or over on 1 January in the year of Applicants must mark “DEFERRED ENTRY” prepares you for college life through entry), you do not compete with Leaving clearly on the in the subject line of the workshops on topics such as academic Certificate students for a place. Instead, email. writing, citing, referencing and resiliency we consider your lifelong learning such as awareness. Throughout your studies you The email must arrive in the Registry Office work experience, studies, personal interests will have access to various supports such at least two days before the reply date and any other relevant experience – along as the Mathematics Learning Centre, IT shown on the CAO offer notice. DCU will with your motivation to return to study. supports and the Mature Student Society. communicate a decision to you directly. We appreciate the contributions that You will also have access to Student If you defer your entry, you will have to re- mature students make and provide Support and Development workshops apply the following year through the CAO, supports, such as dedicated workshops, throughout the academic year for putting the deferred course as the first and to help you make the most of your time example CV Clinics, Learning Students only option on your application form. If not, here. We also recognise the economic, and Motivational Workshops. The Mature you will automatically forfeit your deferred educational and social challenges Student Officer is available for one to one place. that some may face. The Mature meetings and offers various workshops and Students Officer can provide support information session. For more information DCU reserves the right to refuse any and information before you apply and please visit www.dcu.ie/mature-students/ deferral application. throughout your studies. index.shtml

The social aspect of DCU is important too. What financial supports are available to Mature students can bring valuable skills mature students? and experience to the many clubs and There are a number of sources, including societies. You can also meet others at the the Government’s Free Fees Initiative, the Mature Students Society – for support, for Higher Education Grants Scheme, the study groups or simply for coffee. Back to Education Allowance, the DCU

Student Assistance Fund and the 1916 Mature Applicants EU/EEA and Non-EU Bursary once a registered DCU student. DCU has an active mature student body For further information, please visit www. and strongly encourages applications studentfinance.ie. from mature candidates (those aged 23

years or above on 1 January in the year of How do I apply? entry). As a mature student, your wealth All mature applicants for full-time study of knowledge and experience will make a must apply to the Central Applications valuable contribution to the university, and Office (CAO) by 1 February in the year of we are always working towards widening entry. participation to allow mature students

gain entry onto DCU courses. For information please contact the Mature

Student Officer, What are the entry requirements? T +353 (0)1 700 6987 Applying as a mature applicant E [email protected] means that you do not compete with

Leaving Certificate students for places For general and admission enquiries, please at DCU. Instead, experience other contact Registry than examination grades is taken T +353 (0)1 700 5338 into consideration – this may be work W www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml experience, further studies or other

211 Disability Access Route to Education (DARE)

Mature Application - SPECIAL CASES The Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) is a supplementary admissions scheme for school leavers with Bachelor of Education DC002 and DC003 and Bachelor of disabilities. Education Restricted Entry DC004 School leavers who meet the eligibility criteria, compete for a If you are applying for mature entry to the Bachelor of Education quota of places allocated to applicants on a reduced points basis course you must apply to CAO by 1 February. In March, those in DCU. All applicants must meet the Irish Leaving Certificate (or meeting the eligibility criteria will receive a supplementary form equivalent) matriculation/minimum entry and the specific course and instructions from the CAO for completing and submitting this entry requirements. form. Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria and complete the supplementary form will be invited to attend for a general Who Should Apply to DARE? interview and oral Irish test. DARE is for school leavers (be under the age of 23 as of 1 January

2020) who have the ability to benefit from, and succeed in, higher BSc in Nursing (Four year/Four-and-a-half year course) education but who may not meet the points requirements for their — All candidates applying for the BSc in Nursing (Four year/ preferred course due to the effect of a disability. Mature and QQI Four-and-a-half-year course) must apply through the Central students have different admissions routes. Further information is Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February regardless of their available at www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml status as EU or Non-EU, or their eligibility to be considered as a mature applicant How to Apply to DARE

— There are no longer separate CAO mature nursing codes. All 1 Apply to CAO by 5.15pm on 1 February 2020. applicants should use the normal nursing codes DC215, DC216, 2 After applying to CAO, you must indicate that you wish to DC217, DC218 be considered for the DARE scheme on Section A of the fully — Mature nursing applications are assessed by the Nursing completed Supplementary Information Form by 5.15 pm on and Midwifery Board of Ireland (An Bord Altranais Agus 1 March 2020. Cnáimhseachais na hEireann) 3 You will receive instruction about the completion and return — Having applied through the CAO before 1 February, mature of Sections B and C of the Supplementary Information Form, nursing applicants must also register and apply through the which must arrive at the CAO by 5.15pm on 15 April 2020. Public Appointments Service (PAS) website, www.publicjobs.ie. PAS manage the written assessment of applicants on behalf of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Mature applicants Conditions of a DARE Offer are then ranked based on their score in the NMBI assessment Students who receive a DARE offer must register with the Disability and Learning Support Service and agree on a schedule

of meetings with the service. To sit the test you must complete the following two steps: More information on DARE is available from your school Guidance 1. Register with www.publicjobs.ie by creating a profile (if you Counsellor or from the DCU Disability and Learning Support have not already done so). Do not confuse registering (creating Service - www.dcu.ie/disability/index.shtml. Information is also a profile) with submitting an application form. Remember to available online at www.accesscollege.ie or www.cao.ie note down your login and password details as you will require these during the assessment process to access your messages.

2. Complete and submit the online application form between 2–22 What does DCU mean by the term ‘disability’? February. If you have not received a confirmation email from the ‘Disability’ means a physical, sensory, mental health or specific PAS within 24 hours of submitting your application you should learning difficulty that has a substantial and long-term adverse contact them at [email protected] or effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. phone + 353 (0)1 858 7730. For information on what kind of supports are available if you have a disability, go to www.dcu.ie/disability/index.shtml or contact a — For full details on the assessment test process, go to member of the team: www.nmbi.ie or phone the NMBI at + 353 (0)1 639 8528. E [email protected] T +353 (0) 1 700 5927

212 Access DCU and Higher External Transfer Education Access Route Applicants (HEAR)

DCU is looking forward to celebrating 30 Who should apply to HEAR? Applicants taking higher education studies years of welcoming access students in 2020 HEAR is for school leavers who are under at another institute, who are seeking – and today we have one of the largest the age of 23 on 1 January 2020. Mature to transfer to a course of study at DCU access programmes in the country. and QQI students have different admission must apply directly to DCU by the 1 July. routes. Further information is available at A transfer applicant may be eligible for The DCU Access Service co-ordinates a www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml advanced entry to a course. This will range of programmes aimed at increasing depend on the curriculum of previous participation in higher education by How to Apply to HEAR studies, performance on the previous students who, for a variety of financial course and competition in the year of entry. or social reasons, might not view going 1 Apply online to CAO by 5.15pm on to university as a viable option. DCU 1 February 2020. You must indicate in Full documentation, including course participates in the national Higher your CAO application that you wish to syllabus and transcripts, must be included Education Access Route (HEAR) and apply for the HEAR scheme no later than in the application. An interview may continues to operate our own access route: 5.15pm on 1 February 2020. be required as part of the application Access DCU. assessment. Please note that not all 2 You must fully and correctly complete all courses accept transfer applications. elements on the HEAR form (the HEAR 1 Access DCU Please refer to course-specific information form is a part of your CAO application) Access DCU is an entry route for school in this prospectus. For further information by 5.15pm on 1 March 2020. leavers from socio-economically www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml disadvantaged backgrounds who apply for 3 You must submit relevant evidence in courses in DCU. Eligible students compete support of your application to arrive at for a place from a quota of reduced-points the CAO no later than 5.15pm on places in DCU or for a number of subsidised 15 March 2020. HEAR applications can on-campus accommodation scholarships. only be made online at www.cao.ie. Students who get a university place More information on HEAR is available through Access DCU also get a range of from your school Guidance Counsellor or personal, academic and social supports. the DCU Access Office. Information is also To find out more about Access DCU or to available at www.accesscollege.ie, www. find out if you are eligible for the scheme, cao.ie and www.dcu.ie/access/index.shtml please go to www.dcu.ie/access/index. shtml Conditions of a HEAR Offer

Students who receive a HEAR offer must 2 Higher Education Access Route attend an orientation programme before The Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) the first term begins. Students who accept is a third-level admissions scheme for places in DCU through HEAR are offered school leavers from socio-economically a variety of academic, personal and social disadvantaged backgrounds. HEAR supports while studying at third level. has been established by a number of Details are available at higher education institutions based www.accesscollege.ie and www.dcu.ie/ on the evidence that socio-economic access/post-entry-supports.shtml disadvantage has a negative impact on educational achievement at school and on progressing to higher education. School leavers who provide satisfactory evidence relating to their socio-economic circumstances and meet the Irish Leaving Certificate matriculation/minimum entry and subject requirements are eligible to compete for a quota of places allocated to applicants on a reduced-points basis in DCU. As the minimum entry and subject requirements may be different for each course, applicants should check this prospectus for the requirements of each preference listed on your CAO form.

213 EU/EEA International Students Qualifications Non-EU Applicants

DCU assesses the content and knowledge levels attained from International students are an essential part of life at DCU. Your all other national and international school leaving examinations. experiences, language and culture are welcomed and highly Applicants should note that not all school leaving examinations are valued. As an international student, you may have queries that of a standard sufficient for admission to DCU. are not answered elsewhere in this prospectus. The International Office can offer guidance and assistance before, during and after For further information, EU/EFTA applicants (other than Leaving you join us at DCU. Certificate), please see student resources page at www.cao.ie The International Office team are committed to international

education. Our considerable expertise will help to make the 1 Applicants are assessed based on their performance in their application process smoother and the overall undergraduate school leaving examinations. Applicants must meet DCU’s experience at DCU more enjoyable for you. We provide a tailored minimum general entry requirements as well as the specific orientation period that all students must attend before beginning course requirements (see pages 220-231). their studies. You will be provided with detailed information about 2 Applicants who satisfy the minimum entry requirements are this orientation programme before arriving at DCU. ranked for admission in order of merit, on the basis of their results in their school leaving examinations. Applying for a Degree Applicants who are applying for admission to full-time 3 This ranking/scoring will be based on one sitting of school undergraduate study and who are presenting with non-EU leaving examinations. For example, Irish school leavers will have qualifications should apply directly to the International Office their points score calculated on the basis of one sitting of the using form R10. You can download the form from www.dcu.ie/ Leaving Certificate examinations. registry/application_forms.shtml. This procedure does not apply 4 The regulations regarding general entry requirements and to applicants who wish to be considered as a mature student, or specific course requirements may be satisfied by results who apply for Nursing courses. obtained from more than one sitting. For example, candidates Applicants are primarily assessed based on their second-level who meet the points requirements but not the specific course examinations. Applicants are expected to: requirements, for example H4 in English for the BA in Journalism, are permitted to repeat that subject only to meet the course — Have taken school-leaving examinations of a standard that is requirements. equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate or to GCE A Level

5 All those presenting EU/EEA qualifications must apply through — Satisfy the general entry requirements on page 208 plus course the CAO by 1 February. specific entry requirements, as outlined on pages 220-231

— Satisfy the English-language requirements, as outlined on If you have any queries regarding entry requirements for admission www.dcu.ie/registry/english.shtml to DCU, please contact the Registry Office at: For more information on international assessments, T +353 (0)1 700 5338 please visit: www.dcu.ie/international/undergraduate/entry- F +353 (0)1 700 5504 requirements.shtml W www.dcu.ie/registry/english.shtml Information for Non-EU applicants

— Applications for 2019/2020 are accepted on an ongoing basis from October 2019 to 1 July 2020

— All non-EU candidates are advised to apply early, particularly if they are nationals of a non-EU state where a study visa is required. Places are limited, particularly in the more popular courses, so early application is advised to avoid disappointment

— Applicants who are nationals of a non-EU state which requires a study visa, but who are currently studying in an EU-member state, are not eligible for a study visa to undertake part-time or distance education courses

214 Study Abroad / Occasional / Visiting Students International Foundation Programme DCU welcomes students from outside Ireland who wish to study If you are a non-native English speaker who fully meets the for one semester or one year at the University and accumulate academic entry requirements but does not meet the English- credits towards their registered degree programme at their home language requirements, you may be eligible for our International university. Applications must be made directly to the International Foundation Programme. This carefully designed programme will Office by 1 July for entry in September and by 30 November for support you in your preparations for full-time undergraduate entry in entry in February. For more details on this opportunity, study at DCU, and will also help you to adjust to the culture of Irish please visit www.dcu.ie/international/study_abroad.shtml university learning.

For further information, please visit Exchange / Erasmus Students www.dcu.ie/international/foundation.shtml DCU has many exchange agreements with universities worldwide.

For details on the Erasmus/Exchange programme, please visit Immigration Regulations www.dcu.ie/international/Incoming-Students.shtml Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform provides

information for students wishing to apply for study visas in Ireland. International Office For further information, please visit www.inis.gov.ie The International Office can help you with:

— Application procedures International Office Contact Details — Immigration support documentation and immigration T +353 (0) 1 700 7411 registration E [email protected] — Pre-arrival information www.dcu.ie/international www.dcu.ie/international/prearrival.shtml Find us on — Airport collection (on dedicated dates) J #DCUIntl www.dcu.ie/international/orientation/airport.shtml I DCU.InternationalOffice — Welcome Week/Tailored orientation at the start of each DCUIreland semester

— Social events throughout the year University of Sanctuary Scholarship Comprehensive information and updates are posted on our Dublin City University was designated a ‘University of Sanctuary’ website and to our Facebook and Twitter accounts. in December 2016 in recognition of our commitment to welcome asylum seekers and refugees into the university community and to Do you offer English-language courses? foster a culture of inclusion for all. DCU Language Services (DCULS), based on the DCU Glasnevin DCU is the first university to receive this designation, awarded campus, offers English-language courses all year round. These are by Places of Sanctuary Ireland, an organisation that supports popular with international students. Whether you want to improve efforts in Ireland to build a culture of hospitality for people your fluency, undertake international exams, acquire professional seeking sanctuary. Among a range of initiatives announced by the language skills for your career, or apply for a pre-sessional English university, DCU provided 15 academic scholarships to applicants course, DCULS has courses to suit you. DCULS has over 20 years’ who are currently in Ireland in Direct Provision either as asylum experience teaching English as a foreign language. For further seekers or refugees. information, please visit www.english.dcu.ie For further information, please visit Do I need to prove my competency in the English language? www.dcu.ie/sanctuary.shtml All applicants for undergraduate and postgraduate courses must provide evidence of competence in the English language. For information on the types of tests and the minimum standards of English required for entry, please visit www.dcu.ie/registry/english.shtml

215 Application Information Summary

Undergraduate Courses: Full-time (EU Applicants)

Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Applicants taking EU school leaving/ 1 February CAO Application Form and Central Applications Office QQI Level 5 examinations Handbook (www.cao.ie) Tower House, Eglington Mature Applications + 1 February See note on page 211 Street, Galway, Ireland T +353 (0)91 509 800 DCU Performation Sports Programme 1 May See page 27 F +353 (0)91 562 344 CAO Points Concession* www.cao.ie Study Abroad Semester one Study Abroad Programme International Office (Winter) 1 July Application Form T +353 (0)1 700 8699 Semester two F +353 (0)1 700 8698 (Spring) 30 E [email protected] November www.dcu.ie/international/ studyabroad Erasmus/Exchange Semester one Online application form International Office (Winter) 31 May following official nomination T +353 (0)1 700 5574 Semester two by home university F +353 (0)1 700 8698 (Spring) 30 October E [email protected]

External Transfer Applications 1 July Undergraduate Direct Registry Office Application Form T +353 (0)1 700 5338 www.dcu.ie/registry/ F +353 (0)1 700 5504 undergrad .shtml

Undergraduate Courses: Full-time (Non-EU applicants)

Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Non-EU Applicants taking school 1 February CAO Application Form and Central Applications Office leaving examinations within an EU/EEA Handbook (www.cao.ie) See above for details member including the Irish Leaving Certificate examinations and the GCE A Level examinations Non-EU Applicants for 1 February See Special Cases on page 212 Nursing Courses + Applicants presenting examinations 1 February until Undergraduate Direct International Office from outside the EU/EEA (except for 1 July Application Form See above for details mature and nursing applicants) www.dcu.ie/registry/ undergrad .shtml

216 Undergraduate Courses: Full-time (EU Applicants) Undergraduate Courses: Part-time (all applicants)

Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Applicants taking EU school leaving/ 1 February CAO Application Form and Central Applications Office BA in Theology Religious Studies Dr Brad Anderson T +353 (0) 1 700 7048 QQI Level 5 examinations Handbook (www.cao.ie) Tower House, Eglington E [email protected] Mature Applications + 1 February See note on page 211 Street, Galway, Ireland Certificate in Peer Support Working in Ms Martha Griffin T +353 (0) 1 700 7861 T +353 (0)91 509 800 Mental Health E [email protected] DCU Performation Sports Programme 1 May See page 27 F +353 (0)91 562 344 CAO Points Concession* www.cao.ie Certificate in Homless Prevention and Dr Briege Casey T +353 (0) 1 700 8521 Study Abroad Semester one Study Abroad Programme International Office Intervention E [email protected] (Winter) 1 July Application Form T +353 (0)1 700 8699 Semester two F +353 (0)1 700 8698 Foundation Courses (all applicants) (Spring) 30 E [email protected] November www.dcu.ie/international/ Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact studyabroad Foundation Certificate in Education Summer 2020 Apply directly to Whitehall College Erasmus/Exchange Semester one Online application form International Office and Training (NAVET) Whitehall College Mobhi Road, (Winter) 31 May following official nomination T +353 (0)1 700 5574 Dublin 9, Ireland Semester two by home university F +353 (0)1 700 8698 T +353 (0)1 837 6011 (Spring) 30 October E [email protected] www.whitehallcollege.com International Foundation 1 July Undergraduate Direct International Office Application Form T +353 (0)1 700 7411 External Transfer Applications 1 July Undergraduate Direct Registry Office F +353 (0)1 700 8698 Application Form T +353 (0)1 700 5338 www.dcu.ie/international/ www.dcu.ie/registry/ F +353 (0)1 700 5504 foundation undergrad .shtml

Undergraduate Courses: Full-time (Non-EU applicants)

Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Non-EU Applicants taking school 1 February CAO Application Form and Central Applications Office leaving examinations within an EU/EEA Handbook (www.cao.ie) See above for details *DCU Performance Sports Programmes SPECIAL CASES +Mature nursing applications are member including the Irish Leaving CAO Points Concession assessed by the Nursing and Midwifery Bachelor of Education Certificate examinations and the GCE A Board of Ireland (An Bord Altranais Agus How to Apply If you are applying for mature entry to the Level examinations Cnáimhseachais na hEireann). Having Bachelor of Education course you must Non-EU Applicants for 1 February See Special Cases on page 212 To apply for the CAO Points Concession applied through the CAO before 1 apply to CAO by 1 February. In March, Nursing Courses + and/or the Sport Scholarship programme February, mature nursing applicants must applicants meeting the eligibility criteria applicants must complete an online also register and apply through the Public Applicants presenting examinations 1 February until Undergraduate Direct International Office will receive a link to a supplementary application form. Please note: Appointments Service (PAS) website, www. from outside the EU/EEA (except for 1 July Application Form See above for details form and instructions from the CAO for publicjobs.ie. PAS manage the written mature and nursing applicants) www.dcu.ie/registry/ - There is one application form for both completing and submitting it. Applicants assessment of applicants on behalf of the undergrad .shtml programmes and you must indicate if you who meet the eligibility criteria and Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. wish to apply for one or both programmes complete the supplementary form will be Mature applicants are then ranked based invited to attend for a general interview - Applicants that apply for the CAO Points on their score in the NMBI assessment. and oral Irish test. Concession programme must also make an Late applications from mature applicants

application for a DCU programme of study will not be considered for Nursing Studies. BSc in Nursing (Four-year/ through the CAO, www.cao.ie from early Four-and-a-half year course) There are no longer separate CAO mature November 2019 unitl 1 May 2020 All candidates applying for the BSc in nursing codes. All applicants should use - DCU Performance Sport online Nursing (Four year/Four-and-a-half-year the normal nursing codes DC215, DC216, applications will open in February 2020 course) must apply through the Central DC217, DC218. For further information on Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February how to apply as a mature , see page 212. - The closing date for applications is 1 regardless of their status as EU or Non-EU, May 2020. The online application form is or their eligibility to be considered as a available at mature applicant. www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml

217 Fees Information

The University has three undergraduate fee rates. These are — Students will not qualify for the Free Fees Scheme if they are based on whether the applicant is designated as an EU or non-EU undertaking a second undergraduate course. (Note: Students citizen, and whether the EU applicant qualifies under the Free Fees who hold a National Certificate or Diploma and are progressing Scheme or not. to degree courses may still be eligible.)

For the 2019/2020 academic year, full-time undergraduate Irish/ — Students will not qualify for the Free Fees Scheme if they have EU/EEA/Swiss State students qualifying under the Free Fees already attended but did not complete a certificate, diploma Scheme are required to pay a registration fee of €3,000 plus a or degree course. (Note: If a student did not complete a course combined Student Centre Levy and Union of Students of Ireland and is returning to study after a break of five years, the student fee of €43. is classified as a Second Chance Student. Subject to fulfilling the other criteria above, Second Chance Students will be entitled to The EU fee rates and the non-EU fee rates vary by course. For more free tuition for the degree course.) information on student fees, go to www.dcu.ie/fees — If a student on the Free Fees Scheme at another institution has Are you an EU or a non-EU applicant? not secured a terminal qualification and subsequently resumes For fees purposes, this is based on whether you are from the EU/ third-level studies, they will not be eligible for free fees for the EEA/Swiss State or from a non-EU country. Students who wish to equivalent period of time spent on the course taken at that be designated as an EU/EEA/Swiss State applicant must meet other institution certain criteria. For more information, go to www.dcu.ie/international/eu_status Further Considerations on Fees Matters Eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis after we — Students classified as non-EU for fees purposes will not be have received a completed application for fee status assessment. permitted to change their fee status following admission except Assessments take place after an applicant has received an offer where EU/EEA nationality is granted. The following timelines from DCU. apply to these exceptions:

— Students who acquire EU/EEA citizenship up to 30 September in Free Fees Scheme an academic year may be entitled to change for the academic Students who are designated as from the EU/EEA/Swiss State will year be liable to pay the EU fee level but will qualify for the Free Fees Scheme in the following circumstances: — Students who acquire EU/EEA citizenship up to 31 January in an academic year may be entitled to change from the second half 1 It is the student’s first undergraduate degree AND of the academic year 2 The applicant is a national of an EU/EEA/Swiss member state — Students who acquire EU/EEA citizenship from 1 February may (evidence must be provided) AND be entitled to change from the commencement of the next 3 The applicant has spent three of the last five years ordinarily academic year resident in an EU/EEA/Swiss member state before the start of — If a Student is naturalised during the year of registration, they the first year of their course may be eligible for the Fee Fees Scheme Applicants who are eligible for the Free Fees Scheme must pay the — Students who have been classified as non-EU for the Student Contribution fee plus the combined Student Centre Levy entire undergraduate registration will retain this status for and Union of Students of Ireland fee. In 2019/2020, this amounts to postgraduate registration unless they have worked full-time €3,043. for a period of at least three years in an EU/EEA/Swiss member

State before the start of the postgraduate course Notes — Students already holding an undergraduate or postgraduate Students, however, who complete their full undergraduate qualification will not qualify for the Free Fees Scheme degree at DCU may be eligible for a DCU student discount for postgraduate study at DCU. Students who progress from the — Students will not qualify for the Free Fees Scheme if they are International Foundation Certificate onto an undergraduate repeating a year, either because they failed their end-of-year degree course will also retain their non-EU status. examinations, or as a result of changing courses. (Note: This exclusion may be waived when a student has to repeat a year For further information, please visit due to certified serious illness. In such a case, the University will www.dcu.ie/fees/criteria_free_fees request documentary evidence that the student’s failure was as a direct result of his/her illness.)

218 Paying Your Way While You Study at DCU

You already know there are various costs associated with a Studying abroad as part of your course third-level degree such as books, college materials and academic Opportunities to study abroad typically come in the third year. fees. Although your studies are an investment towards future Whether your course requires you to spend a year abroad or you higher earnings, you need to be aware of the living costs whilst choose to participate in the Erasmus programme, it is important studying. We estimate average costs for the academic year (from to prepare early for the costs of preparation, travel, insurance and September to May only, excluding programme fees) to be: living setting yourself up in another country. away from home €13,041 / living at home €5,067.

Further information on the cost of attending university 2019/2020 Within Europe and budgeting, please visit www.dcu.ie/students/finance/ You will not need a visa to study in EU-member states and you guide.shtml. To find detailed information on possible ways to can expect the cost of living to be slightly lower than in Ireland. bridge the financial gap such as the SUSI grant, other grants and (If you lived at home during the first two years of your course at scholarships, the Student Assistance Fund and the 1916 Bursary, DCU, you will have the additional expense of accommodation). please go to www.dcu.ie/students/finance/index.shtml Study abroad often brings added expenses such as language preparation courses and travel. Students who study within See also www.studentfinance.ie for information on financial Europe may be eligible for an Erasmus grant from the European schemes available to help you progress through higher education. Commission to help with these costs but the Erasmus grant is not designed to cover day-to-day living expenses. Grants and Scholarships

— Irish students may qualify for funding through SUSI (Student Outside Europe Universal Support Ireland) (www.susi.ie) In addition to higher travel expenses, you will need to prepare for — Students from an EU/EEA/Swiss member state (and who are the time and expense of obtaining a student visa. Students are not from Ireland) may apply for a fees-only grant under the often required to present evidence of financial self-sufficiency as Higher Education Grants Scheme through Dublin City Council part of the visa application and some countries may request bank (www.dublincity.ie) statements showing a balance of €10,000 or more. Immigration rules change frequently, so you are advised to begin preparation — Students from Northern Ireland should apply to their by checking the consular website of your host country early in your local Education and Library Board (www.delni.gov.uk/ second year at DCU. studentfinance)

— International students should apply to the relevant institutions in their home countries for possible scholarships and financial T +353 (0)1 700 7411 assistance E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/international — Each grant/scholarship is held for one year, and then it will be reviewed

The holder of the grant or scholarship will undertake a normal academic course and must fulfil all the requirements of their course of study. First-year candidates may only apply if they have obtained a place at DCU through the CAO system

219 220 Summary Tables

221 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates

Business School Business School

DC111 Bachelor of Business Studies Three-Four O4 or H6 Mathematics 463 (463) 175 Accountancy, Economics, E-Commerce, Financial Management/Services, Human Resource years Management, International Marketing Management, Further Study - Teaching

DC110 Business Studies International Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and H4 in a language 440 (445) 100 Human Resource Management, International Finance, International Marketing other than English or Irish Management, Management Consultancy

DC117 BSc in Aviation Management / Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 463 (456) 40 Airline Pilot, Aviation Management, Business Operations, Marketing, Logistics, Flight BSc in Aviation Management with Pilot Studies Operations, Public Relations, Employee Relations, Supply Chain Management

DC112 BA in Global Business (France) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and H4 French 495 (487) 15 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, European Law, European Regulations, European Affairs, International Affairs

DC113 BA in Global Business (Germany) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and H4 German 440 (455) 15 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, European Law, European Regulations, European Affairs, International Affairs

DC114 BA in Global Business (Spain) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and H4 Spanish 501 (499) 10 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, European Law, European Regulations, European Affairs, International Affairs

DC116 BA in Global Business (USA) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 578 (578) 13 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, International Law, International Regulations, International Affairs

DC119 BA in Global Business (Canada) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 566 (565) 5 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, International Law, International Regulations, International Affairs

DC115 BA in Accounting and Finance Three years O4 or H6 Mathematics 487 (480) 110 Professional Accountant, Accounting, Financial Management, Further Study - Teaching

DC240 BSc in Marketing, Innovation and Technology Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 451 (451) 50 Brand Account Manager, Brand Ambassador, Digital Account Executive, Direct Marketing Executive, Sales Manager, Technology Consultant, Agency Strategist

Science and Health Science and Health

DC126 BSc in Actuarial Mathematics Four years H3 Mathematics 520 (520) Total number of Actuarial Consultancy, Risk Management, Investments, Life and Health Insurance, General places – 410 Insurance, Pensions, Further Study - Teaching

DC127 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial First two years H3 Mathematics 509 (509) DC126-DC206 Investment Analysis, Trading, Risk Management, Information Technology, Actuary Mathematics only Consultancy, Statistical Analysis, Research, Data Analytics, Further Study - Teaching

DC201 Common Entry into Science First year only O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 454 (476) Career prospects according to Science Degree Courses chosen after First year could Group One (see page 231) include; Research and Development, Regulatroy Affairs, Waste Management and Treatment, Engineering, Enviromental Monitoring, Further Study - Teaching DC161 BSc in Analytical Science Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 446 (455) Chemical and Forensic Analysis, Process Development, Product Validation, Quality Control, Group One (see page 231) Research and Development, Further Study - Teaching

DC162 BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 488 (476) Synthetic Chemist, Drug Formulation, Product Development, Quality Control, Quality Group One (see page 231) Assurance, Product Specialist, Research, Further Study - Teaching

DC166 BSc in Environmental Science and Technology Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 412 (371) Environmental Advocacy, Research, Environmental Protection, Environmental Analysis and Group One (see page 231) Monitoring

DC175 Physics General Entry First year only O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of N/A Career prospects according to Physics Degree Courses chosen after First year could include; Group Two (see page 231) Meteorology, Design Management, Data Analyst, Information Technology, Hospital Physicist

222 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates

Business School Business School

DC116 BA in Global Business (USA) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 578 (578) 13 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, International Law, International Regulations, International Affairs

DC119 BA in Global Business (Canada) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 566 (565) 5 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, International Law, International Regulations, International Affairs

DC115 BA in Accounting and Finance Three years O4 or H6 Mathematics 487 (480) 110 Professional Accountant, Accounting, Financial Management, Further Study - Teaching

Science and Health Science and Health

223 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates * Indicates random selection

Science and Health (continued) Science and Health (continued)

DC168 BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 489 (487) Total number of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Reseach and Development, Pharmaceutical Sector, Group One (see page 231) places – 410 Medical Therapeutics

DC181 BSc in Biotechnology Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 476 (476) DC126-DC206 Production, Quality Control, Research and Development, Sales and Marketing, Brewing, Group One (see page 231) Distilling

DC202 BSc in Sport Science and Health Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 467 (473) Biomechanics, Coaching, Consultancy, Corporate Wellness, Exercise Testing/ Group One (see page 231) Rehabilitation, Exercise and Chronic Illness, Health Assessment and Promotion, Medicine, OT, Performance Analysis, Research, Physiotherapy, Sport and Exercise Nutrition, Sports Conditioning, Sport Psychology, Physical Activity and Exercise Psychology DC203 BSc in Science Education Four years O1 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 424 (433) Teaching, Technical Training in Science-based Industries, Careers in Industry, Management Group One (see page 231) and Research, Project Management

DC204 BSc in Athletic Therapy and Training Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 484 (498) Sports Injury Clinics, Sports Clubs, National Governing Bodies, Health and Fitness Centres, Group One (see page 231) Self-employed Athletic Therapist and Trainer

DC205 BSc in Physical Education with Biology Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 490 (511) Teaching, Coaching, Sports Development, Further Education Group One (see page 231)

DC206 BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics Four years O1 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 443 (487) Teaching, Coaching, Sports Development, Further Education Group One (see page 231)

DC208 BSc in Psychology Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 509 (488) 40 Professional Psychologist following a period of further successful study in an area of psychology (e.g. clinical, counselling, health, organisational, educational), Community Development Officer, Careers Adviser, Health Promotion Officer, Youth Worker, Human Resource Officer, Management, Researcher, Data Analyst DC209 BSc in Health and Society Three years O6 or H7 Mathematics and O6 or H7 in one of 419 (430) 45 Health-related professions following periods of further study (eg. Speech and Language Group One (see page 231) Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Medicine, Health Promotion), Overseas Development, Community Development, Work in the Voluntary Sector, Further Study DC215 BSc in Nursing (General) Four years O6 or H7 Mathematics and O6 or H7 in one of 414 (420) Total number of General Nurse, Community Nurse, Research Group One (see page 212) places - 234 DC215-DC218 DC216 BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) Four years See page 212 for Mature Applicants to Nursing 368 (380) Mental Health Nurse, Community Nurse, Research Courses.

DC217 BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) Four years 347 (366) Intellectual Disability Nurse, Community Nurse, Research

DC218 BSc in Nursing (Children’s and General, Four-and-a- 473* (473) Children’s Nurse, General Nurse, Community Nurse, Research Integrated) half years

Humanities and Social Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours DC009 and DC291, DC292, DC293, DC295

DC009 Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) Three-Four Depending on the subjects selected: 347 (356) 250 See Pages 104-113 for Possible Careers for Graduates years Up to two permitted from English, Gaeilge, Geography, History, Human English | Gaeilge Development, Music, Philosophy, World Religions and Theology: University’s minimum Only one permitted from general entry requirements, see NOTE ONE Human Development | Philosophy (page 230) Only one permitted from *Music: Aural and theory test prior to entry to History | Music* indicate suitability for the course Only one permitted from Geography | World Religions and Theology

224 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates * Indicates random selection

Science and Health (continued) Science and Health (continued)

DC205 BSc in Physical Education with Biology Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 490 (511) Teaching, Coaching, Sports Development, Further Education Group One (see page 231)

DC206 BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics Four years O1 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 443 (487) Teaching, Coaching, Sports Development, Further Education Group One (see page 231)

DC217 BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) Four years 347 (366) Intellectual Disability Nurse, Community Nurse, Research

DC218 BSc in Nursing (Children’s and General, Four-and-a- 473* (473) Children’s Nurse, General Nurse, Community Nurse, Research Integrated) half years

Humanities and Social Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours DC009 and DC291, DC292, DC293, DC295

225 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates # Indicates restricted entry

Humanities and Social Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours

DC291 Media Studies and one subject from: Three-Four Depending on the subjects selected: 349 (354) Total number of See Pages 105-113 for Possible Careers for Graduates English, International Languages or Politics years places – 150 English, Geography, History, Law, Politics, DC291-DC295 DC292 Law and one subject from: Three-Four World Religions and Theology: University’s 356 (351) History, International Languages or Media years minimum general entry requirements, see Studies NOTE ONE (page 230) Gaeilge: O1 or H4 Irish; Media Studies: H4 English; French: H4 French; DC293 International Languages and one subject from: Three-Four 369 (358) German: H4 German; Spanish: H4 Spanish Gaeilge or Politics years

DC295 Politics and one subject from: Three-Four 348 (350) Geography, History, Law or World Religions years and Theology DC131 BA in Communication Studies Three years H4 English 400 (403) 50 Event Management, Market Research, Academic Positions, Media Production, Public Relations, Publishing, Advertising

DC132 BA in Journalism Three years H4 English 401 (400) 50 Reporter, Researcher, Producer, Editor, Presenter

DC133 BSc in Multimedia Three years H4 English 403 (410) 70 Digital Project Manager, Game/App Designer, Graphic Design, UI Design, Interaction Design/User Experience Consultant, Digital Animator, Sound Designer/Editior, VFX Artist, Video Editor DC238 BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation Three-Four University’s minimum general entry 358 (366) 50 Media and Communications Specialist, Policy Advisor, Diplomat, Strategic Planning years requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230) Executive, Innovation Manager, Social Enterpreneur, Trainer and Educator

DC155 BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies Three-Four H4 French or German or Spanish, see NOTE 371 (388) 50 Facilitator between Cultural Groups, Terminologist, Translator, Further Study - Teaching, years TWO (page 230) Research

DC118 BA Gnó agus Gaeilge (Business and Irish Three-Four O1 or H4 Irish 357 (362) 15 Entrepreneur, Business Software Design, Irish Language, Media and Translation Services, [Irish-medium]) years Arts and Heritage, Further Study – Teaching, Research

DC239 BA Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Three years H4 Irish and H4 English N/A (350) 10 Radio, Television, Print and On-Line Media, Business, Public Relations, Arts and Heritage, Dhigiteacha (Irish, Journalism and Digital Media Research [Irish-medium]) DC232 Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society) Three-Four University’s minimum general entry 453 (455) 80 Trainee Solicitor, Trainee Barrister, Policy Evaluation, Research years requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230)

DC231 BA in International Relations Three-Four University’s minimum general entry 387 (400) 70 Policy Evaluation and Research, Education, Development, Security, Commerce, Law, Retain years requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230) and and International Public Policy H4 in a language French, German or Spanish DC230 BA in Economics, Politics and Law Three-Four O4 or H6 in Mathematics 400 (400) 80 Law, Tax/Financial Services, Journalism, Policy Evaluation, Research, Further Study - years Teaching

DC014 BA Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance Four years University’s minimum general entry #435 (#248) 20 Arranger, Composer, Music Production, Music Educator, Professional Performing Musician, requirements, see NOTE THREE (page Session Musician 230). Applicants will be expected to take an audition/performance pre-registration audition (usually April). An aural/theory test is not required. For more details on the Audition/ Performance please go to www.dcu.ie/DC014 N/A BA Theology and Religious Education Four-Five years You must be aged 23 or over on 1st January in N/A 30-35 Adult Education, Youth Work, Pastoral Work, Church Ministry, Chaplaincy, Further Study - the year of entry. Relevant life/work experience Teaching and previous studies undertaken will be reviewed to determine eligibility

226 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates # Indicates restricted entry

Humanities and Social Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours

DC132 BA in Journalism Three years H4 English 401 (400) 50 Reporter, Researcher, Producer, Editor, Presenter

227 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate * Indicates random selection H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- # Indicates restriced entry CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates † Indicates places under review

Engineering and Computing Engineering and Computing

DC200 Common Entry into Engineering (Undenominated First year only H4 Mathematics OR H4 Applied Mathematics 381 (382) Total number of Career Prospects according to Engineering Degree Course chosen after First Year Entry) (allows entry to four- year Honours with minimum H5 Mathematics places – 160 Bachelor or five-year Masters degree courses) DC200-DC197 DC190 BEng and MEng into Electronic and Computer Four years* H4 Mathematics OR H4 Applied Mathematics 391 (393) Research and Development Engineer, Design Engineer, Production Engineer, Sales Engineering. You can opt for one of four major with minimum H5 Mathematics Engineer, Management Engineer, Software Engineer specialisms in Year Four (see page 162) DC193 BEng and MEng in Mechatronic Engineering Four years* H4 Mathematics OR H4 Applied Mathematics 403 (403) Research and Development Engineer, Design Engineer, Production Design, Systems with minimum H5 Mathematics Engineering, Management, Automation, System Designer concentrating on mechanical systems, electronic hardware, software design or combinations thereof DC195 BEng and MEng in Mechanical and Four years* H4 Mathematics OR H4 Applied Mathematics 401 (400) Mechanical Design, Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Quality Manufacturing Engineering with minimum H5 Mathematics Engineer

DC197 BEng (and MEng Major) in Biomedical Four years* H4 Mathematics OR H4 Applied Mathematics 402 (402) Research and Development, Project Engineer, Quality Engineer, Clinical Engineer, Product Engineering with minimum H5 Mathematics Development Engineer, Biomaterials Engineer, Biomechanical Engineer

* Four years (Bachelor Honours Degree); optionally five years (Masters Degree)

DC120 BSc in Enterprise Computing Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 350 (354) Total number of Systems Analyst, Business Analyst, Technical Support, Network Engineer, Web Developer, places – 200 Project Manager

DC120-DC121 DC121 BSc in Computer Applications Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 370 (377) Software Engineer, Programmer, Systems Analyst, Web Developer, Cloud Computing Developer, App Developer, Technical Consultant, Research and Development, Further Study - Teaching DC123 BSc in Data Science Four years H3 Mathematics 467 (476) 20 Data Scientist, Business Intelligence Analyst, Customer Insight Lead, Team Leader, Chief Data Scientist, Director of Analytics, Risk Analysist, Knowledge Engineer, Data Programmer

Education Education

DC001 Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) Four years University’s minimum general entry 398 (388) 65 Early Childhood Educator, Manager, Co-ordinator, Director, Traniner, Early Years requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230) Specialist, Early Years Inspector, Mentor

DC002 Bachelor of Education (BEd) Four years H5 in at least three subjects and a minimum of #462* (464) Total number of Teacher, Principal, Teacher Educator, Educational Administrator Consultant, Content O6/H7 in three other subjects. Subjects must places - 400* Writer, Researcher, School Inspector include H4 in Gaeilge; O4 or H7 in English; and DC002 and DC003 O4 or H7 in Mathematics (†Places under review) DC003 Bachelor of Education (BEd) Gaeltacht Four years H5 in at least three subjects and a minimum #429 (#424) Teacher, Principal, Teacher Educator, Educational Administrator, Consultant, Content applicants* of O6/H7 in three other subjects. Subjects Writer, Researcher, School Inspector must include H4 in Gaeilge; O4 or H7 in English; and O4 or H7 in Mathematics. See Additional Special Course Requirements (page 231) DC004 Bachelor of Education (BEd) Restricted Entry** Four years H5 in at least three subjects and a minimum 357 (#366) 32* Teacher, Principal, Teacher Educator, Educational Administrator, Consultant, Content of O6/H7 in three other subjects. Subjects (†Places under review) Writer, Researcher, School Inspector must include H4 in Gaeilge; O4 or H7 in English; and O4 or H7 in Mathematics. See Additional Special Course Requirements (page 231)

228 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate * Indicates random selection H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- # Indicates restriced entry CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates † Indicates places under review

Engineering and Computing Engineering and Computing

* Four years (Bachelor Honours Degree); optionally five years (Masters Degree)

Education Education

229 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates # Indicates restricted entry

Education (continued) Education (continued)

DC010 Bachelor of Religious Education and English Four years University’s minimum general entry 386 (349) 45 Post-Primary Teacher, Principal, Educational Leadership, Educational Admin, Consultant, (BRelEd) requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230) Broadcaster, Journalism, Chaplaincy, Parish Ministry, The Arts, Poetry

DC011 Bachelor of Religious Education and History Four years University’s minimum general entry 352 (373) 40 Post-Primary Teacher, Principal, Educational Leadership, Educational Admin, Consultant, (BRelEd) requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230) Broadcaster, Journalism, Chaplaincy, Parish Ministry, The Arts, Historian

DC012 Bachelor of Religious Education and Music Four years H4 in Music or equivalent (this requirement #367 (#367) 20 Post-Primary Teacher, Principal, Educational Leadership, Educational Admin, Consultant, (BRelEd) may be waived by the Head of Department). Broadcaster, Journalism, Chaplaincy, Parish Ministry, The Arts, Musician Composer This is a restricted entry course. Applicants must apply through CAO by 1 February. Late applications cannot be accepted. Applicants must take Music Aural and Performance Tests. For details, please visit www.dcu.ie/DC012 DC013 Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge and French or Four years H3 in Gaeilge and H3 in French or H3 in German 410 N/A 60 Post-Primary Teacher Gaeilge and French/German/Spanish), Principal, Educational German or Spanish or H3 in Spanish Administrator, Educational Leadership, Translator, Interpreter, Consultant, Broadcaster, Journalist, Lecturer, The Arts, Poetry, Literature DC235 BSc in Education and Training Three-Four University’s minimum general entry 307 (306) 80 Teaching/Training in Adult, Further and Continuing Education or in Private or Public (Daytime - Full-time) years requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230) Sector Training, Classroom Assistant in Primary, Post-Primary or Special Needs Education, Develop Knowledge and Skills in the Fields of Social, Personal and Civic Education, ICTs in Education and Training and ‘Soft Skills’ for the Training Industry DC235 BSc in Education and Training Three-Four University’s minimum general entry N/A 30 As DC235 above (Flexible Learning Mode) years requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230)

Note One: — BA in International Relations (French, German or Spanish) at Leaving — BA in Communication Studies Certificate level (or equivalent). All students Minimum entry requirements for all degree are required to spend Year Three studying — Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus Meáin courses at a partner university in the country of Dhigiteacha (Irish, Journalism and one of their chosen languages. Students of A minimum of six Leaving Certificate Digital Media) subjects at Grade O6/H7, which must Japanese or Chinese are required to spend — Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society) include Mathematics and English or Irish. In Year Three in Japan or China respectively. addition, applicants must present at least — BSc in Multimedia two subjects at Grade H5. The university — Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) does not award points for the subject Note Three: — Bachelor of Early Childhood Education of Mathematics at Leaving Certificate — BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Ordinary Alternative or Foundation Level. Performance Performance (DC014) This subject will be accepted for admission purposes into the University for the An aural/theory test is not required as entry will be by audition/performance. following courses: Note Two: This is a restricted entry course, meaning — BA in Applied Language and Translation BA in Applied Language and Translation prospective students will need to have Studies Studies (DC155) selected DC014 as one of their CAO choices — BA in Social Sciences and Cultural by February. Availing of the change of mind In addition to the general entry Innovation will not be an option. requirements for admission to the — BSc in Education and Training University (see NOTE ONE), the following — BA in Journalism entry requirements apply: Grade H4 at Higher level in a relevant foreign language

230 Minimum Specific Course Requirements Minimum First Approximate H = Higher Level / O = Ordinary Level Round Points in Number of First- CAO Code Course Title Duration (e.g. O5 = Ordinary Level Paper Grade 5) 2019 (2018) Year Places in 2019 Possible Careers for Graduates # Indicates restricted entry

Education (continued) Education (continued)

Group One – Science Courses Additional Special Course **Bachelor of Education Church of Ireland Requirements Centre pathway (Restricted Entry): Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with (DC004) Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Computer * Bachelor of Education Restricted Entry Science (DC003) If you hold a minimum H6 or O4 in Irish, you may be offered a place, but only if there are Applicant details are forwarded to the too few applicants with H4 in Irish. Group Two – Science Courses Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht to determine eligibility for this At present, all 32 places on DC004 BEd Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics entry route. are reserved for those belonging to the with Chemistry, Applied Mathematics , various reformed Christian denominations. Computer Science All entrants to this strand of the BEd *Iarratasóirí Gaeltachta Amháin (DC003) programme must also be aware of and willing to support the distinctive ethos In Institiúidí Ardoideachais, is féidir suas of Protestant primary schools. Eligible go 10% de na h-áiteanna ar na cúrsaí candidates are required to complete a múinteoireachta sa bhunoideachas, a supplementary form and pass a qualifying bheith curtha in áirithe d’iarratasóirí interview to be considered for a place on the Gaeltachta. Caithfidh an t-iarratasóir a programme. bheith ina c(h)ónaí in áit atá ainmnithe go hoifigiúil mar Ghaeltacht agus caithfear a bheith in ann a dheimhniú gurb í an Ghaeilge gnáth-theanga bhaile an iarratasóra. Féadann iarratasóirí Gaeltachta iarratas a chur isteach ar DC002 agus DC003 araon, más mian leo.

231 232 Explanation of Unfamiliar Terms

Some of the terms in this Prospectus may not be familiar to you. We have therefore provided a glossary to help you to understand them.

Ab initio Beginner level.

Credits Each module carries a number of credits (on average five) and you are expected to complete enough modules in a year to amount to 60 credits. This would mean taking 12 modules in a year or six per semester.

Core modules These are compulsory modules that you must complete.

Discipline A subject area you will be studying, for example, business, marketing, computing, physics, law, biology or politics.

Elective An optional course or subject that a student may select.

Faculty A group of departments in a college that specialise in a particular subject or group of subjects e.g. Faculty of Engineering and Computing is comprised of the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, the School of Electronic Engineering, and the School of Computing.

Full-time and Part-time Most courses are offered on a full-time basis. This means that you will usually attend classes during the day, from Monday to Friday. Some courses are offered on a part-time basis. This means that you usually attend classes in the evening and at weekends. Part-time courses are more likely to be at postgraduate level.

Graduate A student who has received an academic degree or diploma.

Intercultural The interaction of two or more different cultures.

Interdisciplinary Involving two or more disciplines taken together that would usually be considered separate from each other, such as marketing and engineering or business and languages.

Intervarsity Competition between different universities or colleges.

Module A subject or a number of subjects that make up a single topic of study.

Module code The code number given to a specific module. The module code will generally be used as a shorter way of identifying the module.

Module title The full title of the module.

NQT Newly Qualified Teacher.

Postgraduate A student who continues studies after graduation.

Semester There are two blocks of 15 weeks in a year (12 weeks of classes followed by two study weeks and a week of exams). These are called semesters and there are examinations at the end of each semester. Some modules only last for one semester (semester one or semester two) and some modules last for the whole year (both semesters).

Specialism The concentration on a particular field of study, such as marketing or HR management, software engineering or information systems.

Undergraduate A university student who has not yet received a first (primary) degree.

Optional modules You are often provided with a list of modules you can choose to take along with the required core modules to make up the required 60 credits in a year.

233 Teaching Council

Teaching Council Information Specifically, its functions are:

The Teaching Council was established on a statutory basis in — To promote teaching as a profession March 2006 to promote teaching as a profession at primary — To promote the continuing professional development of and post-primary levels, to promote the professional teachers development of teachers and to regulate standards in the — To establish and maintain a register of teachers profession. — To establish, publish, review and maintain Codes of Professional Conduct for Teachers, which include teaching knowledge, skill and competence

— To regulate the teaching profession

— To maintain and improve standards of teaching, knowledge, skill and competence

Degrees that are recognised by the Teaching Council for registration as teachers with no further teacher training qualifications:

Degree Page Number Subjects in Prospectus

Primary teaching: Bachelor of Education (BEd) (DC002 and DC003) 180 Bachelor of Education (BEd) – CIC Restricted Entry (DC004) 180

Post-primary teaching: Bachelor of Religious Education and English (DC010) 184 Religious Education, English

Bachelor of Religious Education and History (DC011) 184 Religious Education, History

Bachelor of Religious Education and Music (DC012) 184 Religious Education, Music

(two of) Chemistry, BSc in Science Education (DC203) 80 Mathematics, Physics

BSc in Physical Education with Biology (DC205) 76 Physical Education, Biology

BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics (DC206) 78 Physical Education, Mathematics

Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge and French or Gaeilge (one of ) French, German or 188 German or Spanish (DC013) Spanish

234 Other degrees: Holders of other DCU degrees are eligible to seek registration as a post-primary teacher, provided that; (a) they meet the subject requirements as laid down by the Teaching Council and (b) they complete an acceptable postgraduate teacher training qualification (e.g., the Professional Masters in Education) or its equivalent.

The following degrees (dependent on module choices) meet the requirements as set down by the Teaching Council for registration in respect of subjects below:

Degree Page Number Subjects in Prospectus Bachelor of Business Studies (DC111) 34 Business Studies

BA in Accounting and Finance (DC115) 42 Accounting, Business

BA in Economics, Politics and Law (DC230) 136 Economics, CSPE

BSc in Education and Training (DC235) 190 CSPE

BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies (DC155) 122 French, German, Japanese, Spanish

BSc in Computer Applications (DC121) 168 Computer Studies

BSc in Analytical Science (DC161) 58 Biology, Chemistry

BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences (DC162) 60 Chemistry

BSc in Actuarial Mathematics (DC126) 54 Mathematics*

Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics 52 Mathematics* (DC127) Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104 CSPE, English, French, (DC009, DC291-DC293 & DC295) Gaeilge, German, Geography, History, Music, Religious Education, Spanish

*Graduates of this course are well placed to undertake a postgraduate qualification in teaching, and have completed over 90% of the mathematics required for Teaching Council recognition. For further details contact the Teaching Council.

For further information contact:

Teaching Council, Block A Maynooth Business Campus, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, W23 Y7XO LoCall 1890 224 224 T +353 (0) 1 651 7900 F +353 (0) 1 651 7901 E [email protected] www.teachingcouncil.ie

235 How to Get to DCU

There are three main academic campuses at DCU, DCU All campuses are well serviced by public transport, with Glasnevin, DCU St Patrick’s and DCU All Hallows. The Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann providing in excess of 20 routes campuses are all in north Dublin city approx midway to one or more of the campuses. There are daily private bus between Dublin city centre, Dublin Airport and both the services from Dundalk and Drogheda to DCU (Matthews M50 and M1 motorways. The walking distance between Coaches) and Monaghan to DCU (Collins Coaches). campuses is about 2.5 km (about 20-30 minutes). Please check regularly on the Transport for Ireland website for updates at www.transportforireland.ie or our website: www.dcu.ie/info/get_to.shtml or go to https://movitapp.com

Dublin Bus Routes No. 5 Whitehall, Swords Road See map for key to bus numbers 101 Bus Éireann: From city centre (Busáras) to Drogheda 909/900 No. 1 DCU Helix (Stop #7571) Matthews Coaches: From city centre (Cumberland St Nth) to Dundalk 31d DCU (Helix) to Baldoyle via Collins Avenue, Howth Road, Dublin Road, Strand Road [Bus departs Baldoyle at 7.45am No. 6 Collins Ave Ext (Stop #215 (towards Dublin Airport) #237 (arriving DCU at 8.35am) and will depart DCU at 5.15pm] towards city centre) (term-time only) 16 Dublin Airport to Ballinteer (Kingston) 44 DCU (Helix) to Enniskerry via city centre and Dundrum 42d DCU (Helix) to Portmarnock via Collins Avenue, Ballymun No. 7 Drumcondra Rd Upper (stops #21/#7602 (away from city Road, M50, M1, Holywell, Swords Road, Yellow Walls Road, centre)/ stops #45/#7603 (towards city centre) Malahide Village, Blackwood Lane, Wendell Avenue, 1 Santry (Shanard Road) to Sandymount via city centre Strand Road [Bus departs Portmarnock at 7.30am (arriving 11 Wadelai Park to Sandyford Ind Est via city centre DCU at 8.40am) and will depart DCU at 5.10pm] (term- 13 Harristown to Grange Castle Business Park, Clondalkin via time only) city centre 70d DCU (Helix) to Dunboyne via Ballymun Road, Griffith Ave 16 Dublin Airport to Ballinteer (Kingston) Extension, Finglas Road, Ballyboggan Road, Rathoath 33 Balbriggan to city centre via Swords Road (Collins Avenue Road, Nephin Road, Navan Road, Castleknock Road, Extension) Blanchardstown Village, Clonee [Bus departs Dunboyne at 41 (A,B,C) 7.15am (arriving DCU at 8.30am) and will depart DCU at Swords to city centre via Swords Road/Dublin Airport 5.05pm] (term-time only) (41 only) 104 DCU (Helix) to Clontarf via Beaumont Hospital, 44 DCU (Helix) to Enniskerry via city centre and Dundrum Donnycarney and Vernon Ave [DART link for Clontarf DART station] 220 DCU to Mulhuddart via Blanchardstown

No. 2 Ballymun Rd (Stop #37 on DCU side, towards city centre and stop #4680 opposite DCU away from city centre) 4 Harristown to Monkstown Ave via city centre 9 Charlestown to Limekiln Ave, Walkinstown via city centre 11 Wadelai Park to Sandyford Ind Est via city centre 13 Harristown to Grange Castle Business Park, Clondalkin via city centre

155 IKEA (Ballymun) to Bray Rail Station via city centre .

ARK RD

CE P No. 3 Collins Ave (stop #135021) GRA

S W 109A Bus Éireann: From city centre (Busáras) to Kells O

ALL HALL RICHMOND RD CAMPUS No. 4 Whitehall (Stop #1642) . 1 Santry (Shanard Rd), Sandymount via city centre 33 Balbriggan to city centre via Swords Road (Collins Ave Ext) 41 (A, B, C) Swords to city centre via Swords Road/Dublin Airport (41 only)

236 DUBLIN BUS ROUTES (www.transportforireland.ie) BUS ÉIREANN ROUTES MAINLINE/COMMUTER TRAINS Servicing Glasnevin Campus 101 Drogheda, Drumcondra Train Station (approx 10/15 mins 1, 4, 9, 11, 13, 16, 17a, 31d, 33, 41, 41a, 41b, 41c, 42d, 44, Balbriggan, Dublin via walk north along the Drumcondra Road to DCU 70d, 104, 220, 155 Swords Road (Collins St Patrick’s and All Hallows Campuses and approx Ave Ext) 25/30 mins walk to the Glasnevin Campus) Servicing St Patrick’s and All Hallows Campuses: 109A Dublin Airport/ Direct connections to Drumcondra from both Dublin 1, 11, 13, 16, 33, 41, 41a, 41b, 41c, 44 city centre, Connolly and Dublin Heuston train stations Ashbourne, Ratoath, Commuter Direct Routes via Drumcondra NIGHT LINK Dunshaughlin, Navan, Kells Between Maynooth/Leixlip and Dublin Pearse 33N Westmoreland St to Balbriggan (drop off at Station Drumcondra/Santry) 126 Naas to DCU (Collins Ave) Between Newbridge/Naas/Sallins and Dublin Grand 88N Westmoreland St to Ashbourne (drop off at Canal Dock Station Glasnevin Ave or Ballymun Civic Centre) For further information and timetables use the Irish 41N Westmoreland St to Swords Manor (drop off at Rail Journey Planner: www.irishrail.ie Drumcondra/Whitehall, opposite Whitehall Church)

PRIVATE BUS DUBLIN BUS MONAGHAN: COLLINS COACHES 1 | 16 | 31D | 33 | 41 | 41ABC | 42D Monaghan Town

BUS ÉIREANN DUBLIN BUS 101 DROGHEDA 220 Castleblayney Drogheda

Balbriggan DUBLIN BUS BUS ÉIREANN 4 | 9 | 11 | 13 Carrickmacross 109AKELLS Kells Dundalk PRIVATE BUS DUNDALK: MATTHEWS Navan Ardee Ashbourne Blanchardstown South Drogheda Mays Cross Ward Cross Kilshane DCU (Collins Ballymun IKEA Ave) DUBLIN BUS Ballymun Centre 17A (LINK TO DART) | 104 DUBLIN BUS DCU (Collins Ave) 70D | 17A (LINK TO DART)

DCU TRAIN LINE

Enfield Leixlip Kilcock Clonsilla Coolmine Ashtown Longford Mullingar Maynooth Docklands CastleknockPhoenix Park Tara Street Broombridge Drumcondra Dublin Pearse Whitehall Dublin Connolly Edgeworthstown /DCU Connolly Travel Key George’s Quay Wellington Quay

Heuston Train Line Kylemore Red Cow (Park & Ride) Private Bus Routes Castlewarden Bus Éireann Routes Kill Johnstown Village

Dublin Bus Routes Naas DUBLIN BUS 1 | 16 | 44 BUS ÉIREANN DUBLIN BUS *This map is not to scale. 126 NAAS-DCU 4 | 9 | 11 | 13

Private Bus Routes - (Please check service prodivers’ website for exact details as times may change from semester to semester)

Matthews Coaches: www.matthews.ie Collins Coaches: www.collinscoaches.ie Route 1: Dundalk/Drogheda – DCU Glasnevin campus Monaghan Town to DCU Glasnevin campus via Castleblayney, (direct) (term-time only). Carrickmacross, Ardee. Departs Monaghan 6.30am, arrives Departs Dundalk 7.15am, Drogheda 7.45am, DCU Glasnevin campus 8.30am. Departs DCU Glasnevin arrives DCU Glasnevin campus 8.00am. Departs campus daily at 5.15pm DCU Glasnevin Campus at 5.15pm Information about buses/trains is correct at time of Route 2: Bettystown, Laytown, Dublin (Swords Road) going to print. Route 3: Dundalk, Drogheda, Dublin (Swords Road)

237 Course / CAO Code Index

A Education, Bachelor in Gaeilge and French or German or Spanish (DC013) 188 Accounting and Finance (DC115) 42 Education and Training Actuarial Mathematics (DC126) 54 (Full-time and Flexible Learning) (DC235) 190 Analytical Science (DC161) 58 Education and Training (Foundation) NAVET (DC235) 192 Applied Language and Translation Studies (DC155) 122 Electronic and Computer Engineering (DC190) 156 Arts (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009, DC291, DC292, English (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009, DC291) (DC010) 104 DC293, DC295) 104 Enterprise Computing (DC120) 166 Athletic Therapy and Training (DC204) 74 Environmental Science and Technology (DC166) 62 Aviation Management/ Aviation Management with Pilot Studies (DC117) 38 G B Gaeilge (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009, DC293) 104 Biomedical Engineering (DC197) 164 Gaeilge, Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha / Irish, Journalism and Digital Media (DC239) 128 Biotechnology (DC181) 68 Genetics and Cell Biology (DC168) 66 Business Studies (DC111) 34 Geography (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009, DC295) 104 Business Studies International (DC110) 36 Global Business Canada (DC119) 40 Business and Irish / Gnó agus Gaeilge (Irish-medium) (DC118) 124 Global Business France (DC112) 40 C Global Business Germany (DC113) 40 Cert in Homeless Prevention and Intervention (Non CAO) 90 Global Business Spain (DC114) 40 Cert in Peer Support Working in Mental Health (Non CAO) 92 Global Business USA (DC116) 40 Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences (DC162) 60 Gnó agus Gaeilge / Business and Irish Common Entry into Actuarial and (Irish-medium) (DC118) 124 Financial Mathematics (DC127) 52 H Common Entry into Engineering Health and Society (DC209) 84 (Undenominated Entry) (DC200) 154 Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing (Non CAO) 88 Common Entry into Science (DC201) 56 History (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009, DC292, DC295) Communication Studies (DC131) 114 (DC011) 104 Computer Applications (DC121) 168 Humanities (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009) 104 D Human Development (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009) 104 Data Science (DC123) 170 I DCU Connected – Online Education International Languages (BA: Joint Honours) BA (Hon) in English and History (DC340) 203 (DC293, DC291, DC292) 104 BA (Hons) in Humanties (DC341) 203 International Relations (DC231) 134 BA Single Module (DC342) 204 BSc (Hons) in Information Technology (DC343) 204 Irish, Journalism and Digital Media / Geailge, BSc (Hons) in the Management of IT/IS (DC344) 205 Iriseoireacht agus na Meáin Dhigiteacha (DC239) 128 BSc (Hons) in Humanties (Psychology Major) (DC345) 205 J E Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance (DC014) 138 Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of (DC001) 178 Journalism (DC132) 116 Economics, Politics and Law (DC230) 136 L Education, Bachelor of Primary Teaching (DC002/3) 180 Law and Society (BCL) (DC232) 132 Education, Bachelor of Primary Teaching Law (BA: Joint Honours) (DC292, DC295) 104 Church of Ireland Centre pathway (DC004) 180

238 General Index

M Admissions (How To Apply) 208

Marketing, Innovation and Technology (DC240) 44 Access DCU (HEAR) 213

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (DC195) 162 Accommodation 18

Mechatronic Engineering (DC193) 160 Alert List 6

Media Studies (BA: Joint Honours) (DC291) 104 Alumni 22 Multimedia (DC133) 118 Application Information Summary Table 216 Music (BA: Joint Honours) (DC009) (DC012) (DC014) 104 Careers Service 14 N Campus Tours 15 Nursing Children’s and General, Integrated (DC218) 86 Clubs and Societies 24 Nursing General (DC215) 86 Computer Services 20 Nursing Mental Health (DC216) 86 Courses by Subject Area 4 Nursing Intellectual Disability (DC217) 86 P Crèche 20 Philosophy (BA:Joint Honours) (DC009) 104 Deferring Your Course 211 Physical Education with Biology (DC205) 76 Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) 212 Physical Education with Mathematics (DC206) 78 English Language Requirements 208 Politics (BA: Joint Honours) (DC295, DC293, DC291) 104 Entry Requirements for EU/EEA Applicants 214

Post Primary Teaching Erasmus - study abroad 13 Education, Bachelor in Gaeilge and French or Explanation of Unfamiliar Terms 233 German or Spanish (DC013) 188 Physical Education with Biology (DC205) 76 Fees Information 218 Physical Education with Mathematics (DC206) 78 General Certificate in Education GCE A Level Religious Education and English, Bachelor of (DC010) 184 (Application Procedures) 210 Religious Education and History, Bachelor of (DC011) 184 Religious Education and Music, Bachelor of (DC012) 184 Grants /Scholarships 219 Science Education (DC203) 80 Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) 213 Primary Teaching Education, Bachelor of (DC002, DC003 and DC004) 180 How to Apply to DCU 206 Psychology (DC208) 82 How to Get to DCU 236 R Improve Your Employment Potential 12

Religious Education and English, Bachelor of (DC010) 184 Interfaith Centre 22

Religious Education and History, Bachelor of (DC011) 184 International Students - Non EU applicants 214

Religious Education and Music ,Bachelor of (DC012) 184 INTRA Programme (Work Placement) 13 S Languages Services (DCULS) 215 Science Education (DC203) 80 Leaving Certificate (Application Procedures) 208 Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation (DC238) 120 Library 21 Sport Science and Health (DC202) 72 Mature Applicants 211 T Open Days 15 Theology and Religious Studies (Non CAO) 140 W Paying Your Way Whilst You Study 219 World Religions and Theology Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Awards 209 (BA:Joint Honours) (DC009, DC295) 104

239 General Index (continued)

Registry (How To Apply) 208 Health Centre T +353 (0) 1 700 5143 – Glasnevin Campus Safe Zone 241 E [email protected] Scholarships 7 T +353 (0) 1 884 2239 – St Patricks Campus Drumcondra E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/health School Liaison / School Visits 15 Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) Sport at DCU - Sport and Wellbeing 27 T +353 (0) 1 700 8052 Student Services and Supports 20 E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/access

Students’ Union 23 International Office T +353 (0) 1 700 7411 Studying Abroad as Part of Your Course 219 E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/international Teaching Council 216 Mature Student Office Uaneen Modules 13 T +353 (0) 1 700 7165 – Glasnevin Campus T +353 (0) 1 884 2004 – St Patrick’s Campus Drumcondra VIP Freshers Competition 7 E [email protected] www.dcu.ie.mature-students Welcome from the President 9 Student Recruitment Office T +353 (0) 1 700 7183 / 6846 / 8145 / 8510 E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/studentrecruitment

Useful DCU’s Contact Details Student Support and Development Main Receptions T +353 (0) 1 700 7165 – Glasnevin Campus T +353 (0) 1 700 5000 – Glasnevin Campus T +353 (0) 1 884 2004 – St Patrick’s Campus Drumcondra T +353 (0) 1 884 2000 – St Patrick’s Campus Drumcondra E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/students T +353 (0) 1 700 5800 – All Hallows Campus Drumcondra Students’ Union Office E [email protected] www.dcu.ie T +353 (0) 1 700 5392 E [email protected] www.dcusu.ie

Access Office T +353 (0) 1 700 8052 – Glasnevin Campus T +353 (0) 1 884 2169 – St Patrick’s Campus Drumcondra Other Useful Contact Details E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/student/access Central Applications Office (CAO) T + 353 (91) 509 800 Accommodation Office E [email protected] www.cao.ie T +353 (0) 1 700 5736 E [email protected] www.dcuaccommodation.ie Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) T 0761 08 7874 Admissions (undergraduate) E [email protected] www.susi.ie T +353 (0) 1 700 5338 E www.dcu.ie/registryqueries www.dcu.ie/registry Teaching Council T +353 (0) 1 651 7900 Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) E [email protected] www. teachingcouncil.ie T +353 (0) 1 700 5927 E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/disability

Fees Office Disclaimer T +353 (0) 1 700 5875 E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/fees The information given in this publication is intended as a guide to persons seeking admission to Dublin City University and shall not be deemed to constitute a contract or the terms thereof between the University and an applicant or any third party, or representations concerning same.

Dublin City University is not responsible and shall not be bound by errors in or omissions from this publication; the University reserves the right to revise, amend, alter or delete programmes of study and academic regulations at any time by giving such notice as may be determined by Academic Council in relation to any such change.

240 Stay Safe Download the SafeZone app for quick access to emergency services, first aid and the University.

A free app service to give round-the-clock safety reassurance to staff and students. It is designed to allow students and staff to summon security or safety assistance via their mobile phones. To download the app, please go to www.safezoneapp.com and follow the simple instructions for your device.

Find out more at dcu.ie/safezone November Open Days 2019 DCU’s annual Open Days will be held on Friday 15 and Saturday 16 November, 2019. These are open to all 6th year, 5th year, and TY students, along with prospective mature students, Guidance Counsellors, teachers and parents. There will be course talks, exhibitions, information talks and lots more to enjoy. dcu.ie

January CAO Information Evening Our January information evening on Wednesday 15 January, 2020 is open to all students interested in studying at DCU. This event will run from 6pm to 8pm.

Spring Open Day We will host our annual Spring Open Day on Saturday 4 April, 2020. This event is aimed at both 5th year and 6th year students considering studying at DCU. There will be course talks, exhibitions, information talks and lots more. This event will run from 10am to 2pm.

TY Open Day Transition year is a time to find out what interests you, what excites you and what inspires you! On Tuesday 21 April, 2020, join us for a first look into some of the courses and experiences we offer.

June Open Day Our June event will take place on Tuesday 23 June, 2020. This event will offer an opportunity for 2020 CAO applicants and their parents/guardians to find out all they need to know to make a more informed decision about DCU before the CAO 2020 Prospectus Undergraduate University City Dublin Change of Mind deadline of 1 July. This event will run from 11am to 2pm.

For further information on all events and to register, please visit: dcu.ie/studentrecruitment/opendays

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