Undergraduate Prospectus 2019

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November Open Days 2018 DCU’s annual Open Days will be held on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th November, 2018. Open to all 6th year, 5th year students and TY students, along with prospective mature

students, guidance counsellors, teachers and parents. There will .ie be course talks, exhibitions, information talks and lots more to dcu enjoy.

January CAO Information Evening Our January information evening on Wednesday 16th January, 2019 is open to all students interested in studying at DCU. This event will run from 6pm to 8pm.

Spring Open Day DCU will host its annual Spring Open Day on Saturday 13th April, 2019. 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, the event will run from 10am to 1pm.

TY Open Day Transition year… is a time to find out what interests you, what excites you and what inspires you! On Tuesday 30th April, 2019, 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 25th June, 2019. This event will offer an opportunity for 2019 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 – Change of Mind deadline of 1st July. This event will run from 11am to 2pm. 2019 Prospectus Undergraduate University City Dublin

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

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DCU is a place of discovery, where talent flourishes. See for yourself at our Open Days. Register your interest: dcu.ie/openday Find out more at dcu.ie/safezoneatdcu CONTENTS List of Courses by Subject Area 4 Alert List 6 Scholarships – Academic and Sporting 7 DCU LIFE DCU is a unique and vibrant community. Three eclectic Studying in Dublin 8 and complementary Welcome from the President of DCU 9 campuses, all close to the Improve Your Employment Potential 12 beating heart of Dublin Erasmus 13 and the rural landscape Careers Service 14 beyond, great transport links, School Liaison Office 15 unmatched student support, Accommodation 18 state-of-the-art study Student Services and Supports 20 facilities: DCU has all you Alumni 21 need for a happy and fulfilled Library 21 student life. Student Life 22 DCU Clubs and Societies 24 DCU Sports and Wellbeing 27

DCU Business School 30 COURSES Science and Health 48 Find information on all courses with our colour coded Humanities and Social Sciences 102 ‘quick reference’. Go to page Engineering and Computing 152 238 for the full course listing Education 176 and index. DCU Connected – Online Education 200

EU Applicants 208 Leaving Certificate 208 QQI Awards 209 HOW TO APPLY General Certificate in Education GCE A Level 210 Find all the information you Mature Applicants 211 need to make an application. DARE 212 And if you need further HEAR 213 information then don’t External Transfer Applicants 213 hesitate to contact us on Deferring Your Course 214 +353 (0)1 700 8510 or go to International Students 214 [email protected] Application Information Summary 216 Fees Information 218 Paying Your Way While You Study at DCU 219

Summary Tables 220 Explanation of Unfamiliar Terms 233 INDEXES Teaching Council 234 A full index and other useful How to get to DCU 236 information can be found Course/CAO Code Index 238 here. General Index 239 Useful Contact Details 240 Safe Zone 241 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 32 Physical Education with Biology 76

Business Studies International 34 Physical Education with Mathematics 78

Aviation Management / Nursing and Human Sciences Aviation Management with Pilot Studies 36 Nursing – General 86

Global Business [France, Germany, Spain, USA, Canada] 38 Nursing – Mental Health 86

Accounting and Finance 40 Nursing – Intellectual Disability 86

Marketing, Innovation and Technology 42 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

Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences 58 Actuarial Mathematics 52

Environmental Science and Technology 60 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics 50

Science Education 80 Science Education 80

Common Entry into Science 54 Physical Education with Mathematics 78 Physical Sciences Applied Physics 65 Humanities and Social Sciences

Physics with Astronomy 62 Communications

Physics with Biomedical Sciences 66 Communication Studies 114

Common Entry into Science 54 Journalism 116

Environmental Science and Technology 60 Multimedia 118

Science Education 80 Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht Biotechnology [Irish and Journalism, Irish-medium] 128

Biotechnology 70 Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation 120

Genetics and Cell Biology 68 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104

Environmental Science and Technology 60 Languages

Common Entry into Science 54 Applied Language and Translation Studies [French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese] 122 Marketing, Innovation and Technology 42 Gnó agus Gaeilge [Business and Irish, Irish-medium] 124

Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht [Irish and Journalism, Irish-medium] 128 4 Global Business [France, Germany, Spain] 38 Biomedical Engineering 164

Business Studies International Common Entry into Engineering [French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese] 34 [undenominated entry] 154

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104 Computing

Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge with Enterprise Computing 166 [French, 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 42 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 Bachelor of Education - CIC (Restricted Entry) 180 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours 104 Bachelor of Education (Gaeltacht Applicants) 180 Subjects offered on the Bachelor of Arts include: English, Gaeilge, Geography, History, Human Bachelor of Education - ISL (Restricted Entry) 180 Development, International Languages (French, Religious Education and English 184 German, Spanish), Law, Media Studies, Music (Restricted Entry), Philosophy, Politics, Theology Religious Education and History 184 and Religious Studies Religious Education and Music (Restricted Entry) 184 Theology and Religious Studies 140 Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge with Music (Restricted Entry Courses) [French, German or Spanish] 188

Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance 138 Physical Education with Biology 76

Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Physical Education with Mathematics 78 [Music with Second Subject] 104 Science Education 80 Religious Education with Music 184 Education and Training (Full-time and Flexible Learning Modes) 190

Engineering and Computing Foundation Programme in Education and Training [NAVET] 192 Electronic Engineering

Electronic and Computer Engineering 150

Mechatronic Engineering 160 DCU Connected – Online Education Bachelor of Arts in English and History 203 Common Entry into Engineering [undenominated entry] 154 Bachelor of Arts in Humanities 203

Aviation Management / Aviation Management Bachelor of Arts Single Module 204 with Pilot Studies 36 BSc (Hons) in Information Technology 204 Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering BSc (Hons) in Management of Information Mechatronic Engineering 160 Technology/Information Systems 205

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering 162 Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Psychology Major) 205

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

New Courses for 2019 intake Bachelor of Arts: Changes to Course Entry Joint Honours (DC295) Requirements Bachelor of Education (DC005) Irish Sign Language The subject of Geography is now available Bachelor of Education as an option of study. (DC002, DC003, DC004, DC005) Irish Sign Language, (ISL) – restricted entry. Graduates will be qualified to work For entry 2019 & 2020 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in deaf education settings only. These Gaeilge H4, English O4/H7, Mathematics setting include Schools for the Deaf and In Year Three students on the following O4/H7 classes for Deaf/Hard of Hearing Children courses can opt for a year-long Internship in mainstream schools. See page 180 for or avail of Optional Study Abroad as part *To be reviewed by the Dept. of Education details. of their course: and Skills for entry 2021.

Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge and DC009 BA: Joint Honours Business Studies (DC111) French, German or Spanish (DC013) DC291 Media Studies +one other subject Option to undertake INTRA or year abroad DC292 Law +one other subject Post Primary Teaching - four year course. in Year Three. DC293 International Languages +one Take Gaeilge and choose a language from other subject French, German or Spanish. Students DC295 Politics +one other subject experience School and Gaeltacht DC238 Social Sciences and Cultural DC009 Bachelor of Arts: placements. In Year Three, semester 2 Innovation Joint Honours (DC009) students study in the country of their DC232 Law and Society Philosophy is now on offer on (DC009) chosen language. See page 188 for details. DC231 International Relations Human Development and Philosophy DC155 Applied Languages and Change to Course Name (DC238) Translation Studies from (DC009) – carry sufficient credits (10 from each year, plus research methods) to BA in Contemporary Culture and Society enable students to pursue a psychology has been changed to BA in Social Sciences DCU wish to confirm that for entry 2020 conversion course at Postgraduate Level. and Cultural Innovation. Bringing a focus Computer Science will be accepted as MSc in Psychology (Conversion) (DC767) to the Cultural Sciences in particular meeting the science entry requirements for to culture, media, politics, social the following courses: entrepreneurship and cultural innovation. If you have any queries regarding the See page 120 for details. DC161 Analytical Science notifications on this page, please contact: DC162 Chemical and Pharmaceutical Celine Jameson Change to Course Content Sciences T +353 (0) 1 700 8347 DC167 Physics with Astronomy E [email protected] Bachelor of Arts: DC168 Genetics and Cell Biology Joint Honours (DC009) DC171 Applied Physics Olivia McGinn T +353 (0) 1 700 8995 The subject of Philosophy is now available DC173 Physics with Biomedical Sciences E [email protected] as an option of study. DC181 Biotechnology DC201 Common Entry into Science

6 Scholarships Academic and Sporting

Academic Scholarship Programme DCU Performance Sport - Sport Teach na Gaeilge Scholarship Incoming students may be awarded a Scholarship Teach na Gaeilge is a scheme whereby scholarship based on their performance DCU supports the holistic development of a scholarship is awarded to current in the Leaving Certificate or equivalent performance athletes and recognises their undergraduate students in DCU with fluent exams. There is no application process increasing need to successfully balance Irish who want to use Irish in their daily lives for this academic scholarship. If students academic and sporting commitments. This and to promote the language through meet the scholarship criteria set by the is achieved through the Sport Scholarship various activities while living on campus. Faculty with which their course of study Programme, which supports athletes who Successful candidates will be selected on is associated, meet their course entry have the talent and dedication to combine the basis of application and interview. requirements and register in DCU, they an academic course with excellence in will automatically receive the scholarship sport. It is tailored to the individual needs of (students may only receive the scholarship each athlete. The benefits of a DCU Sports University of Sanctuary Scholarship in one academic year). Students, along Scholarship award may include: Dublin City University was designated a with their parents or guardians and former “University of Sanctuary” in December school principals, will be invited to DCU for — F inancial Subsidy 2016 in recognition of our commitment to an awards ceremony. Students will receive — Membership to the DCU Sports welcome asylum seekers and refugees into their scholarship and their former school Complex the university community and to foster a principal will receive a plaque for the school culture of inclusion for all. — High Performance Education Talks and to mark this significant achievement. For Workshops DCU is the first Irish university to receive further information, please visit this designation, awarded by Places of www.dcu.ie/prospective/scholarships — Academic support Sanctuary Ireland, an organisation that Sports Science Supports supports efforts in Ireland to build a culture — Goal Setting and Performance Planning of hospitality for people seeking sanctuary. McAleese Scholarship — Career Guidance Support Among a range of initiatives announced DCU applicants with a permanent home by the university, DCU provided fifteen address in Northern Ireland, presenting — Access to National & International academic scholarships to applicants who three A Level results, with a minimum competition are currently in Ireland in Direct Provision requirement of 2 ‘A’ and 1 ‘B’ grades either as asylum seekers or refugees. may be eligible to apply for a McAleese Please note support services are Scholarship. The scholarship allows dependent on the grade of scholarship For further information, please visit successful applicants to gain one of five awarded and may be paid in full or www.dcu.ie/sanctuary reserved places across a number of DCU subsidised. Please note 'DCU Performance undergraduate courses and includes a Sport - Sport Scholarship' is separate to cash award. Applicants must meet DCU’s 'DCU Performance Sports – CAO Points VIP Fresher Competition general entry requirements (see page 208) Concession' Win 1 of 3 VIP Fresher packages, for your and the specific course entry requirements. first year at DCU: For further information, please contact Applicants should apply through the CAO DCU Sports & Wellbeing 1st Prize DCU on Campus Accommodation by the normal closing date of 1st February Food at DCU Restaurants or before the late closing date 1st May. T +353 (0) 1 700 5625 Applicants must also submit a McAleese E [email protected] 2nd Prize DCU Gym Membership Scholarship Application Form directly to Tickets to DCUSU Events DCU. For further information, please visit Food at Londis (on-campus) www.dcu.ie/prospective/scholarships 3rd Prize Year of Domino’s Pizza DCU Car Park Pass

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

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, it is rich with history. From its bars, nightclubs and music venues, to its cutting edge range of cafes and restaurants, it is very much part of the 21st century. The skyline comprises an eclectic mix of Croke Park Stadium, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Custom House, Convention Centre, Ha’Penny Bridge, Spire of Dublin and so much more. A quick glance and you couldn’t be anywhere else in the world. Dublin provides a great venue for your success. With the most distinctive of Irish identities, it is also very much part of Europe. Whilst there are a whole variety of metropolitan experiences, it’s 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 opportunity, extraordinary enterprise, renowned for the development Purposefully different, consistently context of talent, the discovery and application excellent Dublin City University (DCU) is a research- of knowledge to advance society, and our Above all, DCU is a place of discovery intensive, globally-engaged, dynamic strong focus on creativity and innovation. and opportunity where talent flourishes. institution that is distinguished by both the This vision is critically important for our Whatever you study, you’ll benefit from quality and impact of its graduates and students who will have a unique learning our unique approach to learning. We its focus on the translation of knowledge experience at DCU that will equip them believe seeing and doing things differently into societal and economic benefit. Since to be the leaders and change-makers of produces the new type of citizens that admitting our first students in 1980, tomorrow! the world needs. It also ensures that our DCU has grown rapidly and, today, our students are prepared for a life rich with Exciting future graduates are playing key roles in many purpose. Whilst we dare to be different, our The future is exciting for DCU. We sectors nationally and internationally. Our teaching, learning and research are always have embarked on a 0.25 billion euro academic quality, our innovative research excellent and meet the demands of today’s development of our campuses. This and our engagement with industry ever changing world. DCU is purposefully will ensure that students experience have built an international reputation different, consistently excellent and this a wonderful learning environment in for excellence and DCU is consistently has never mattered more. Join us and seize excellent facilities. Across our three ranked among the world’s leading young the future! campus locations, these facilities include universities. DCU is Ireland’s fastest new lecture theatres, state-of-the-art I look forward to welcoming you to DCU in growing university and hosts more than research centres, television and sound the future. 17,000 students across its three academic studios, computer suites and advanced campuses in the Glasnevin-Drumcondra laboratories for languages, engineering, region of Dublin. physics, chemistry and biotechnology, as DCU has always had a distinctive view well as a sports performance centre and on what defines a modern university a virtual hospital ward. Student facilities education. Today, this approach has also include a superb sports complex, never mattered more. Our mission is to two libraries and the renowned Helix Professor Brian MacCraith transform lives and societies, through performing arts centre. Our fantastic new President education, research, innovation and €15m Student Centre, located on DCU Dublin City University engagement. Our vision is to be a globally- Glasnevin Campus, will be the envy of significant university of transformation and students nationwide!

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 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 learning all the other skills you need for the workplace and life as a whole. Read on to hear about how we can 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 differentiates 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 the team. We also offer informal learning opportunities to develop skills such as leadership, adaptability and problem- solving, which are essential in today’s workplace.

Each student has access to a range of workshops, programmes, 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 over time. These are the types of skills which will set you apart in the workplace of tomorrow.

12 Work Experience – INTRA Uaneen Module (INtegrated TRAining) Programme For students who are involved in Extra At DCU, we are committed to providing Curricular Activities, DCU offers a unique courses that are relevant as possible to academic module. The Uaneen module today’s industrial and commercial world. recognises and rewards the work done We also think it is important that you get and learning acquired by students with to experience this world for yourself in University and outside clubs, societies, conjunction with your academic training community work and extra-curricular before you leave DCU. Only then can you activity in general. This year, over 80 fully appreciate what to expect when you students are participating in the Uaneen graduate. INTRA gives you an opportunity module and are currently preparing their to gain degree-relevant work experience individual portfolios for submission. The with companies in Ireland and overseas. module can be taken as contributory Over the period of your placement, you will towards a degree or non-contributory, but put your academic knowledge to the test in both options award 5 academic credits. a real working environment that is relevant The Uaneen Module is open to all students to your interests. in their final year. If you are interested in applying for the Uaneen Module or would like further information, please visit What will you gain from your INTRA www.dcu.ie/uaneen experience? The key purpose of your placement is for you to apply your knowledge to real- life working situations, thereby gaining practical skills. But there are several other benefits:

— You will build up your confidence and International Mobility Opportunities at develop relationship skills DCU

— By applying your knowledge in this Taking advantage of a semester or year environment, you will be able to make abroad as part of your degree will enhance realistic and informed career decisions. your university experience and boost your You might even find that a specialism you career opportunities. We offer student hadn’t considered is now your preferred mobility opportunities with over 200 direction exchange partnerships worldwide.

— You will also generate some very valuable No foreign language skills? These are not employment contacts. In fact, many DCU always necessary in order to study abroad graduates gain employment with their – many of our university partners teach in INTRA employer English.

— As you begin to see the relationship You can even receive Erasmus+ funding for between your job and your course courses of study with partner universities curriculum, your interest in academic throughout Europe. Alternatively, you can work as well as your motivation will choose other exchanges with universities in invariably increase too Australia, China, Japan, Korea, Mexico and the US. — Finally , in the majority of cases, you are paid for the work you do For more information, please contact [email protected] In the unusual event that a placement cannot be found, the student will be given a course-related project. If your course has an INTRA placement, you will be evaluated on it and be required to obtain a satisfactory rating in order to graduate.

For further information and to watch our INTRA videos, please visit www.dcu.ie/intra

13 Careers Service Empowering you now to shape your future

DCU graduates are some of the most sought-after by employers today. We focus on empowering you to be successful with your chosen careers.

Our team of professional careers advisors help you to navigate your future careers and roles in a global society. Engage with us to develop your potential.

— Enhance your skills via our sessions on Options with your Degree, Job Search Techniques, CV Clinics, and Interview Preparation

— Sign up for Job Alerts for a wide variety of jobs including part-time and vacation work, internships and graduate recruitment

— Av ail of one-to-one Career Consultations

— Connect with employers via presentations and careers fairs

— Acce ss online resources from country- specific career guides to employability tips

Whether you plan to enter the workplace, build your own career through entrepreneurship or be ready to avail of opportunities in emerging areas, the Careers Team look forward to working with you to explore these options.

Careers Mentoring Scheme Our award-winning Mentoring Scheme gives you a fantastic opportunity to be mentored by industry professionals in your second year of study. Our professionals come from a selected group of DCU graduates and employers who are uniquely placed to help you explore your career ideas and give insights into the world of work.

Please visit www.dcu.ie/careers

14 School Liaison

Student Ambassadors 2017/18

We are here to let you know about the November Open Days find out all they need to know to make a opportunities available to you at DCU. The DCU annual Open Day's will be held on more informed decision about DCU before There are a lot of courses for you to choose Friday, 16th November and Saturday, 17th the CAO Change of Mind deadline on 1st from and our job is to help you with those November 2018. July. choices, whether by talking directly to you, your parents or a school guidance For further information, please visit For further information, please visit counsellor. www.dcu.ie/openday www.dcu.ie/openday

We attend many information fairs around Information Session for Guidance Student Blogs the country. Students at DCU come from Counsellors Great opportunity to read what our all over Ireland, many from schools that On Friday 16th November, 2018 as part Student Ambassadors say in their blogs. we have visited. If you would like us to visit of the Open Day we will be hosting a Get great insight into life in the classroom, your school to provide information on presentation \ information session for being part of student life, study abroad, our courses and give an insight into the Guidance Counsellors providing up-to- INTRA and the opportunities open to university and student life, we would be date information about new courses and students at DCU. delighted to hear from you in planning a developments at DCU. Please visit dcublogger.tumblr.com visit. Spring Open Day Campus Tours School Visits DCU will host a Spring Open Day on If you would like a group or individual Our Schools Liaison team will deliver Saturday 13th April, 2019. This event is tour of DCU, the School Liaison team will the DCU presentation in schools across aimed at both 5th and 6th year students welcome you to DCU. Simply contact us in Ireland. The presentation includes details considering study at DCU. advance to arrange your visit. on the undergraduate courses available, For further information, please visit Contact Us student life at DCU and is aimed at final www.dcu.ie/openday T +353 (0)1 700 7183 / 8145 / 6846 year students. The presentation will last E [email protected] approximately 35 - 40 minutes. Please June Open Day J @TeamDCU contact us by email if you would like a Our June Information Day will take place school visit. on Tuesday 25th June 2019 between 11am and 2pm. This event will offer an opportunity for 2019 CAO applicants to

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

21% OF STUDENTS ARE FROM NON- TRADITIONAL BACKGROUNDS 92% of graduates are in employment or further study within 6 months of graduating

The fastest growing university in Ireland

MORE THAN 700 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY 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"

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1717 Accommodation

Where can I stay? No one wants to live too far away from campus. Besides the commuting, you might miss out on much of the enjoyment that is university life. In total, there are over 1,300 rooms distributed between the Glasnevin (1,000 rooms), St Patrick’s (240 rooms) and All Hallows campuses (100 rooms) for all undergraduate students.

For those who want to live on campus, DCU offers the following styles of accommodation.

On the Glasnevin campus Larkfield Apartments consists of two single study bedrooms with a study desk, bookshelf, notice board, wardrobe and a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Wi-Fi is available in all bedrooms. A charge for this service is deducted from your utilities prepayment.

Hampstead Apartments consists of five- bedroom apartments, each containing four single ensuite rooms and one double ensuite room, with a shared living / kitchen /dining area. Wi-Fi is available in all bedrooms. A charge for this service is deducted from your utilities prepayment. The residences are served by a central reception and launderette facilities are available.

On the St Patrick’s campus Campus accommodation offers single room occupancy, with a single bed, study desk, bookshelves, notice board, wardrobe and wash-hand basin. Students share bathroom facilities with several students on their floor. Each house has a common room with Wi-Fi, TV and kitchen facility. Internet access is available in each bedroom via cable network connection, cables can be purchased from the residence reception desk.

On the All Hallows Campus The accommodation is single room occupancy, with a single bed, study desk, internet access, and wardrobe. Ensuite or shared facilities are available. The buildings have common rooms and a large kitchen facility. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus.

18 How do CAO applicants apply for How do International Students apply for accommodation? accommodation? All CAO applicants can apply for on- Applying for on-campus accommodation campus accommodation from March 2019. couldn’t be easier. Applications will be You must have your CAO number to make accepted from the application opening an application. All applications must be date at www.dcuaccommodation.ie. made online at the following address: www. Rooms will be allocated from mid-July dcuaccommodation.ie. Applications will be onwards on confirmation of attendance at accepted up to midnight the day BEFORE DCU. For further information, please visit CAO results are issued. For further details www.dcuaccommodation.ie of the application procedure and costs, please visit www.dcuaccommodation.ie What payments are required? If you are successful in receiving a room DCU also runs a special accommodation offer, you will be required to pay a scheme, which guarantees on-campus booking/damage deposit of €300 (which is accommodation for applicants gaining 575 refundable after your departure providing or more points in the Leaving Certificate. there is no damage caused). The annual Students wishing to avail of this scheme rent is payable in two instalments with must also apply before the release of the the first instalment due in August and the CAO results. second instalment due in January. Rent is

inclusive of all utilities (gas, electricity and How is the accommodation allocated? internet). First-year rooms are guaranteed to students with 575 or more points, and by Costs random selection to all other applicants. Rates for semester 1 (2018/19) are

available to view for each of our campus What if I don’t want or can’t get on- offerings at www.dcuaccommodation.ie campus accommodation? A list of useful websites detailing available Rates for semester 2 (2019/20) will be houses, apartments and house shares published on www.dcuaccommodation.ie can be found on our website at www. at the end of January 2019, in advance of dcuaccommodation.ie/accommodation/ applications opening in March 2019. off-campus-accommodation For further information, please contact: Accommodation for International Campus Residences Students T +353 (0) 1 700 5736 / 5344 International students attending DCU F +353 (0) 1 700 5777 for the full academic year can be offered E [email protected] a room on the Glasnevin or All Hallows www.dcu.ie/accommodation campus. We can also accommodate a limited number of students wishing to study at DCU for one semester only.

19 We hope you’ll remember your time at DCU Student Services forever. We think if 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 Advisers and Life Coaches are ISS can help with any questions you have group and one-to-one support and available to give advice and guidance for about the use of IT facilities at DCU. They guidance on personal, professional students at every stage of the student also provide support and advice on the use and academic matters to students at journey and configuration of your personal laptop. the various stages of their academic For further information, please visit — Student Health doctors and nurses progression. Students are kept informed of www.dcu.ie/iss promote a proactive approach to healthy opportunities to develop their skills while living at university and encouraged to avail of Crèche the numerous opportunities and supports — Student Learning provide academic skills The DCU crèche (Glasnevin campus) which are offered by the following services: supports to all students throughout their provides a professional day-care service journey for infants and young children of students — Acce ss offers academic support to and staff. The fees for 2018/2019 are €219 students entering through the HEAR For further information, please visit per week for babies up to one-and-a-half programme www.dcu.ie/students years (€949 per month) and €204 per week

— Careers support students through their for Toddlers/Montessori children (€884 Computer Services career decisions at third level per month). Full-time students without a Information Systems and Services (ISS) working partner who are using the crèche — Chaplaincy provides spiritual direction provide computing and networking on a full-time basis can obtain a subsidy and a confidential ear for students facilities for use by the students and staff from the Student Financial Assistance of DCU. As a student, you will be provided — Counselling & Personal Development Fund. The free preschool year in Early with: provides personal support for students Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) is during difficult times — Fr ee Wi-Fi for all devices across the available for those eligible to apply. We campus also offer the Universal Subsidy in every — Disability & Learning Support provides room. support for students with physical, — Unlimited storage in your DCU Apps mental health or learning difficulties account (kept on graduation) The crèche opening hours are 8.15am - 6.10pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8.15am — Financial Assistance Service provides — Unlimited online document storage (kept - 5.45pm on Friday. We close at 5.45pm for financial support for students during on graduation) July and August. It is strongly advised to financially challenging times — Shared access to hundreds of desktop make an early application if you intend to — Internships and Work Placements computers use the crèche. are organised by INTRA (INtegrated — Facilitie s to print in or adjacent to all For further details on the crèche, contact TRAining), the School Placement Office computer laboratories Ciara Fitzgerald or Sharon Kelly on and Professional Placement Office T +353 1 (0) 700 5200 — Acce ss to course-specific software in our — Mature Student Support helps mature E [email protected] computer laboratories students settle quickly into university life and offers study skills support and a mentoring course

20 Alumni Library

Choosing DCU will mark the beginning of through the different stages of their As a student at DCU, you will have a lifelong relationship with the university. professional lives and beyond. The diverse access to two world class libraries; one Upon graduating from your undergraduate range of activities ensures all graduates on the DCU Glasnevin campus and degree you become part of our Alumni have an opportunity to stay connected one on the DCU St Patrick’s campus. network, with approximately 80,000 and engaged with their alma mater, Our libraries are simultaneously study graduates worldwide, located in all corners domestically and internationally. Some of spaces, research hubs, meeting spots of the globe. these opportunities include: and focal points for discovery and creativity. Students come to work on We are committed to building a lifelong — Invitations to Alumni reunions and group projects, thrash out ideas and mutually supportive relationship with all university events try new things out. But they also come our graduates. The Alumni office plays a — Award Winning Mentorship Programme to find a quiet comfortable place to key role in the student experience strategy study, to focus on their assignments and and maintains this strong relationship — Global engagement through our to conduct research. Everyone learns whilst graduates embark on their International Chapters differently, which is why the libraries professional careers. From this point we Please visit www.dcu.ie/alumni provide a wide variety of technology rich deliver a range of engagement activities study spaces, from chatty open plan to support our Alumni as they progress areas to quiet individual study zones.

The 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 available 24/7, both on and off campus, wherever you have an internet connection.

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

For further information, please visit www.dcu.ie/library/index

21 Student Life

New Student Centre Student Activities Due to open September 2018, the iconic Clubs and societies offer excellent building is at the heart of Glasnevin campus opportunities for you to broaden your where students can access a breadth of educational base and provide you with activities and support, as well as housing valuable life skills. They are the foundation over 140 clubs and societies. It will provide of your active involvement in campus life. collaborative and creative spaces where Getting involved will not only enhance your all students can engage with the cultural, university experience beyond your studies, social, entrepreneurial and international but will provide you with a lively social life, aspects of university life. The centre costing lifelong friends and many memories to €15 million has been funded through treasure! a student levy, voted on by students We currently have approximately 40 themselves, as well as through significant clubs and 110 societies spread across all donations from The Tony Ryan Trust campuses, with a combined total of over and Bank of Ireland and will significantly 17,000 individual registrations to DCU enhance the on-campus experience for Clubs and Societies (see pages 24-26 for a students at DCU. full list of 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 (POD). The POD is a development programme for emerging student leaders in DCU which recognises 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. We 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 DCU is alive! Over 17,000 students will be studying here next September, and those numbers are only growing. DCU is Ireland’s fastest growing university and is ranked in the top 50 young universities internationally. The time you will spend here will be some of the best years of your life, and right from when you come through the doors all aspects of student life are catered for. From our Freshers Ball to Summer Ball, our talented Sports Clubs to our countless societies there is something Students’ Union for absolutely everybody to The Students’ Union is an essential part get stuck into, and if there’s of college life. DCUSU is widely renowned for providing opportunities, helping create not, you will always be change, facilitating your interests at a local supported if you want to set and national level as well as organising up your own club or society! famous events on and off the campus, creating memories you will always have The Students’ Union is there to with friends that you will never forget. Our provide a helping hand if you approachability is key for you the student ever need one, and everybody when things go wrong, when things are going great and indeed when you just here in DCU are ready to need someone to talk to on anything from ensure you grow and develop welfare to academic issues. to be the best graduate, Your Students’ Union is elected by the and the best person, you students. Each class is represented by class reps while your full-time sabbaticals work possibly can be; with students collaboratively over all three campuses to learning just as much outside ensure that your needs and your experience of the classroom, as they do is facilitated and represented with your best interests at heart. inside it! As well as fantastic

Call to the DCUSU (on either Glasnevin or experiences and learning St Patrick’s campus) and avail of services curves, here, you will make – Travelsave card, purchase tickets for friends and memories that will upcoming gigs, purchase bus, rail and LEAP cards or even just come in for a chat. Our last a life time. doors are always open. Wishing you many successes in For further information, please visit the year ahead! www.dcusu.ie

Vito Moloney Burke President, DCU Students' Union, 2018/19

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 2017 - 2018 Archery – Won six golds, four silver and two Ladies Rugby - Kay Bowen Cup Winners, bronze medals in the final Intervasities in Irish Universities 7’s Champions & League NUIG Runners Up 2018

Athletics - Retained all three of their Mens Basketball - Freshers team claimed Intervarsities Cross Country team titles. All-Ireland Freshers title Won 27 medals in the IUAA indoor varsities Men’s Rugby – Men’s Rugby 7’s Bowl in Athlone IT in both male and female Winners & 3 students played on the IURU categories Irish Student Rugby Team when they went Boxing – Awarded Ireland’s top third level head-to-head with the Scottish Students boxing club. Ceire Smith won flyweight team, these students where JJ O Dea, title, Terry McEntee claimed gold at the Patrick Thornton & Conor MaGuire Senior National Championship Powerlifting - Kotchaphan Mai-on has Gaelic Football - “Intermediate Football been selected to represent Ireland in the team 2”, “Junior Football team 1”& “Fresher World Classic Powerlifting Championships A” Football team are all Championship after breaking nine national records in the Winners Irish National Championships

Hockey - The women’s side took home the Swimming – Placed second in overall in the plate while the male side finished third in Irish Intervarsity Swimming Championships their competition Table Tennis – Placed 3rd with their men’s Hurling – DCU made their first ever team in the Intervarsity and Ryan Farrell Fitzgibbon Cup Final and lost out to Men's Singles Intervarsity Champion UL, Intermediate Hurling team (1) are Taekwondo- Won five gold, one silver and Championship Winners “, Fresher A Hurling one bronze medal in the ITF Taekwondo League & Championship Winners and World Championship Fresher B Hurling League Winners Trampolining - Won 9 medals and won Karate - Placed 2nd in the Inter-Collegiate the 1st place shield at the Dublin Open Cup Trampolining Competition Ladies Basketball - Division 1 Champions & Ultimate Frisbee - Mixed Outdoor Intervarsity Champions 2018 intervarsity Champions 2018 Ladies Football - O’Connor Cup Team Volleyball - Women’s side triumphed in the League & Championship Winners & Giles plate competition in the Irish Volleyball Cup (2) League Winners Intervarsities

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 Highlights 2017 / 2018 — RAG Week 2018

It was another brilliant semester for — Bros of Tralee, which was run by a range societies in DCU, at a time that proved of civic societies particularly tasking, given the lack of a — Sc ience & Health’s Mr and Mrs student space. Regardless, the wonderful — DCU Style’s Fashion Show individuals involved in society life put in — Mi Soc’s Bet’s n’ Boogies a tremendous effort, and the issue really was overcome. A few highlights from the — Music Soc’s Battle of the Bands semester are: — Enactus’s Family Fortunes

— Me ntal Health’s Craicin’ Up — Th e Sustainable Living Society successfully running their Plastic Free — LGBTA’s Drag Race DCU campaign — Speakeasy’s Passion Project — RAG, Sustainable Living and MPS — DCU Drama’s Sweeney Todd and winning national titles at the 2018 BICS Trainspotting Awards

26 DCU Sports and Wellbeing

DCU Sports & Wellbeing DCU Sports & Wellbeing has a For further information, please number of staff that support contact : For many students sport, physical and develop student sport and Registry activity and wellbeing plays an wellbeing in Athletics, Gaelic T +353 (0)1 700 5338 important part in university life. Sports, Soccer, Rugby, General E [email protected] For some, it’s about the challenge Sports and Health Promotion. www.dcu.ie/registry/ of trying something new, making undergraduate friends with similar interests, For further information please socialising, volunteering and contact: developing leadership skills. Other DCU Sports & Wellbeing DCU Performance Sport - Sport students enjoy representing their T + 353 (0) 1 700 5625 Scholarships university at the highest level and E [email protected] achieving intervarsity success. At www.dcu.ie/sports-wellbeing DCU supports the holistic DCU we want you to get involved development of performance and to develop and succeed at athletes and recognises their whatever level you choose to DCU Performance Sport increasing need to successfully participate. Whatever your goal, Programmes balance academic and sporting the opportunities are endless at commitments. This is achieved DCU is now one of the leading DCU. DCU Sports & Wellbeing is through the Sport Scholarship third level institutions in Ireland for responsible for the development Programme, which supports sporting and academic excellence of student sport across all DCU athletes who have the talent and and is committed to enhancing campuses and also promoting dedication to combine an academic the academic and sporting the optimal health and well-being course with excellence in sport. It development of young sports men of the DCU campus community. is tailored to the individual needs and women in Ireland, as well as If you are interested in keeping of each athlete. The benefits of a making a positive impact on the active and improving your health DCU Sports Scholarship award future of Irish sport. DCU fulfils this and wellbeing whilst studying may include: vision through two Performance at DCU, we will help and guide Sport Programmes: — F inancial subsidy you in the right direction. The programmes focus on health and 1. DCU Performance Sports – CAO — Membership to the DCU Sports wellbeing initiatives, sport at social, Points Concession. Complex recreational and competitive 2. DCU Performance Sports - — High Performance Education levels, as well as developing student Sport Scholarships. Talks and Workshops leaders through volunteering. DCU is proud to provide a wide range of — Academic support sports for students to choose from DCU Performance Sport – CAO — Sports Science Supports with over 40 student run sports Points Concession clubs. DCU also offers some of the DCU has put in place a special — Goal Setting and Performance finest sports facilities, programmes academic entry scheme for Planning and academic courses in the performance athletes for all its — Career Guidance Support country. undergraduate degree courses. A number of academic places DCU has a very proud tradition — Access to National & offering a CAO points concession of sports participation and International competition are reserved for outstanding representation and have held Please note support services candidates who have achieved many third level titles including are dependent on the grade of a very high level of sporting Archery, Athletics, Badminton, scholarship awarded and may be performance and who are Basketball, Gaelic Games, Rugby, paid in full or subsidised. committed to continuing to develop Tennis and much more. A significant their sporting and academic number of DCU students have also For further information, please careers. Under this scheme, been selected for Irish squads at contact applications are not assessed European, World University Games DCU Sports & Wellbeing solely on the basis of academic events and Olympic Games. T +353 (0) 1 700 5625 performance, but sporting E [email protected] achievements are also taken into www.dcu.ie/sportscholarships consideration.

27 DCU Performance Sports Programmes university. During your time in DCU we Our Sports Grounds facilities include a encourage you to make your health and 3G all weather GAA pitch, squad high How to Apply wellbeing a priority and to continually performance centre, athletics 5 lane sprint To apply for the CAO Points Concession look for ways to improve your health track, long jump and high jump and throws and/or the Sport Scholarship programme and wellbeing. As a university we are area. The DCU high performance centre applicants must complete an online committed to developing a culture and provides a world class training environment application form. Please note: learning environment that has health in DCU Sport for DCU scholarship athletes and well-being at the core, encourage and international level athletes in a range — Th ere is one application form for both collaboration, empower individual of sports from athletics, boxing, rowing, programmes and you must indicate responsibility, promote healthy lifestyle weightlifting, inter-county level GAA if you wish to apply for one or both choices and develop best practice to inspire players and many more. programmes healthy behaviours. At DCU we aim to Our Soccer Centre has five 5-a-side pitches — Applicants that apply for the CAO create a campus community where the for recreational games and leagues, and a Points Concession programme must healthy choice is the easy choice through large pitch for squad training. Included in also make an application for a DCU policies, programmes and initiatives under this centre is a covered, four-lane, 75-metre programme of study through the CAO, our DCU Healthy themes: sprint track. www.cao.ie from early November 2018 — Think Healthy until May 1st 2019 — Eat Healthy — DCU Performance Sport online Sports Facilities on the DCU St Patrick’s — Move Healthy applications will open in February 2019 Campus — Live Healthy St Patrick’s campus has a number of sports — The closing date for applications is — F eel Healthy facilities. The fitness studio has a free- May 1st 2019. Application forms are weights section, cardio section, stretching / available at www.dcu.ie/registry/ — B reathe Healthy recovery section and a number of strength undergraduate For further information on DCU Healthy, machines. We offer a number of exciting please visit www.dcu.ie/sports-wellbeing group fitness classes, such as spinning and aerobics. It is our intention to increase the DCU Sports Academy number and type of classes available to DCU Sports The DCU Sports Academy is committed students. There are two full size sports DCU Sport is responsible for providing to providing our talented sportsperson’s halls, along with a number of sports a quality experience for student, staff with the opportunity to achieve sporting equipment stored in each hall. Each hall has and external stakeholders through excellence in performance sport at both separate changing/showering facilities for the provision of facilities, services and national and international level while both male and female students. Outside, programmes to encourage participation. attaining a top-class university degree. there is one full size GAA pitch and one full This encourages recreational, high The academy provides key support size soccer pitch. Both of these pitches are performance and wellness activity within structures for performance athletes in in great condition and have two outdoor the one environment. At DCU we believe in both Athletics and GAA. Under this model, changing/showering facilities to cater for a ‘sport for all’ philosophy. To promote this, DCU is fully committed to supporting and players and teams. DCU Sport has a huge variety of facilities empowering our talented young athletes and programmes for you to choose from. The University competes across a number to excel on the sports field and to acquire of sports, with GAA, soccer and athletics the qualifications that will enable them to name a few. Many high-profile athletes to grow their leadership and professional Sports Facilities on the DCU Glasnevin have come through the doors, with some capabilities that will equip them to have Campus competing on a national and international successful lives after their sports careers The Sports Complex on the Glasnevin scale in the past year. There is also a boxing are over. campus is a state-of-the-art facility, club for those boxing enthusiasts and for For further information, please contact incorporating health, wellness and sports those who just wish to get fit. Students to meet all your exercise and leisure needs. can attend a variety of sport and fitness DCU Sports & Wellbeing We offer a number of exciting group fitness classes put on by the SU each semester, T +353 (0) 1 700 5625 classes, such as kettle bells, TRX and e.g. pilates, zumba and aerobics. It is our E [email protected] spinning. intention to increase the number and type www.dcu.ie/sports-wellbeing of classes available to students. DCU The DCU Sports Arena hosts a number of has a fantastic tradition of sport both sports, such a super-league basketball, recreationally and at the highest level, and DCU Healthy badminton and volleyball and can we hope to continue and develop this well facilitate a number of other activities. DCU Healthy is a university wide initiative into the future We also have a climbing wall, one squash to promote the optimal health and well- court, a racquetball/handball court and For further information, please visit being of the DCU campus community, and several studios for an array of programme www.dcu.ie/dcusport to establish DCU as a health promoting activities.

28 29 32 Business Studies

34 Business Studies International

36 Aviation Management/Aviation Management with Pilot Studies

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

40 Accounting and Finance

42 Marketing Innovation and Technology

18030 DCU Business School is an engaged and innovative school, which prides itself on its impact on students and industry. We develop our students’ capability to prepare them for diverse, dynamic career paths over their lifetimes. DCU Business School is DCU BUSINESS SCHOOL accredited by AACSB, the oldest and most prestigious global accrediting body for business schools, placing us among the top 5% of business schools worldwide.

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

31181 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 give you an introduction to creativity and innovation. These values are all aspects of business. Once you have the ¬¬ Gain valuable experience and a at the core of our Business Studies degree foundations, you can choose the particular competitive edge with an optional – a course that is constantly innovating area of business that you want to specialise year-long work placement to reflect both best practice in business in. In this way, the course caters for both ¬¬ Specialise in a key business area, education and relevance to management those who already have a clear idea about (management, marketing, human and business practice in the real world. what they want to do and those who need resource (HR) management, business Since the early 1980s, the Bachelor of to find out more before making a final economics or finance) in the final year Business Studies course has introduced decision. many innovations to undergraduate ¬¬ Develop skills in communications, IT, education. Through elements like You can opt for either a three or four-year teamwork and problem solving business simulations and new enterprise course of study. The four-year course ¬¬ Strong entrepreneurial focus to development projects, we set out to includes an 11-month paid work placement encourage innovation and creativity stimulate and foster imaginative thinking at the end of Year Two, which gives you among our graduates, giving you the the opportunity to experience working in skills to arrive at solutions to real business a real business environment. Alternatively, About You problems. students can opt to spend a year at one Do you find the world of business an of DCU Business School’s top partner interesting place? Do you see yourself universities in 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 One and Two provide a solid business foundation. In your In addition to the general entry final year, you will be able to specialise in requirements for admission to the one of five 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.

32 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 of Ireland for teaching Business Studies (see page T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 234 for further details). E [email protected]

What Will I Study? OR CAO code(s) DC111 Year One Study Abroad Year Core Modules Years (For those opting for a four-year degree) Economics | Accounting | Marketing | 3 or 4 One year abroad at one of DCU Business Digital Innovation, Creativity and School’s top partner universities in Europe. Min points Enterprise | IT Skills | Psychology in Organisations | Business Mathematics | 463 Optional: Summer School Module run by Law Places the International Office (Students can register for a pre-approved Summer School 175 Year Two and will be eligible to receive exemptions Internship Core Modules for ten credits of options in their final year). Business Law | Operations Management | Yes Human Resource Management | Final Year Statistics | Digital Marketing | Information Business Strategy | New Enterprise Systems | Financial Management | Development | Global Issues in Business Industrial Economics | Industrial and Economics | Market Research | Choice Relations | Ethics | Financial Markets | The of Specialism Future Careers Changing Consumer  Ac countancy Final year students specialise in one of the INTRA Year  Ec onomics following areas: (For those opting for a four-year degree) Human Resource Management | Business  E-Commerce Paid 11-month Work Placement Economics | Finance | Marketing |  Finance Management / Management Services  Hum an Resource Management  Int ernational Marketing Management  Fu rther Study - Teaching

What Our Graduates Say In These Areas

The Business Studies course in DCU is the perfect choice for anybody who wants to get  Marketing a taste of all aspects of modern business from Finance to Marketing, and will allow you  Finance then to delve deeper into what really interests you. This, along with the year-long INTRA  Commerce program will give you the best possible platform to progress into the working world.  Int ernational Eoin O’Reilly, Business Studies, 2015, Financial Engineer, First Derivatives Management  Hum an Resource Management  Starting Your Own Business  Education

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33 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, responding option to ambitious students who wish to to the skills gaps highlighted both locally ¬¬ Be one of only 3% of Irish third level complement their business studies with the and internationally. You will study a students to study language at a study of a foreign language. Students of combination of business, language and significant level the Business Studies International degree cultural topics, which are vital for success in ¬¬ Experience another culture first hand will spend a year at one of DCU Business today’s international business environment. while you study at one of our partner School’s top partner universities in Europe, institutions in Europe, Japan or China Japan or China. The course will introduce you to the key disciplines of business with later ¬¬ Develop important new perspectives on How do I choose my language? specialist focus on the international the international business world business environment. You will also acquire ¬¬ You may take French, German or ¬¬ Cultivate a global network of contacts, proficiency in the foreign language of your Spanish from intermediate level if connections and job prospects choice (French, German, Spanish, Chinese you have a minimum of a H4 in that or Japanese). Throughout the course, you language at leaving Certificate or will develop vital business skills in areas such About You equivalent level as communication, information technology, Do you like travelling and experiencing ¬¬ You may take German, Spanish, teamwork and problem solving. The diverse cultures? Are you interested in Chinese or Japanese from ab-initio combination of your business knowledge, learning about business in different (introductory) level language proficiency and cultural markets and countries while honing your competence will make you stand out in the language skills? Are you excited by the global workforce of today. prospect of studying abroad? This degree offers you all of these benefits and more. You will spend a year studying in a country where your chosen language is spoken. Additional Requirements We are particularly proud of the calibre of our international exchange partners, who In addition to the general entry rank among the top academic institutions requirements for admission to the in their respective countries. Year abroad University (see page 208), the following destinations include China, Japan, Spain, entry requirements apply: O4 or H6 in France, Germany and Austria. Mathematics plus H4 in a language other than English or Irish. Studying abroad is an exciting and challenging experience. In addition to the opportunity to travel, you will experience a foreign culture, make friends of many nationalities and open yourself up to a 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 Four, you will build on your specialist knowledge with a suite of subjects designed to make you truly work-ready for an international environment.

34 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]

Year Three Year Abroad in DCU’s Partner Universities in China, Japan, Spain, France, Germany or Austria

Future Careers  Human Resource Management  International Finance  International Marketing Management What Our Graduates Say  Management Consultancy The study abroad option and the chance to study a new language led me to choose Business Studies International at DCU. My favourite aspect of the course was studying at Shantou University for one year. It is very challenging to study a language at university, In These Areas but the opportunities that follow graduation make the hard work and year abroad worth  Marketing it!  Finance Laura Bourke, Business Studies International 2016, Internal Auditor at Mazars  E-Commerce  Int ernational Management  Hum an Resource Management

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35 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 ¬¬ First university degree in Ireland to combined with a strong background in combine aviation management studies Aviation is a high-tech, dynamic and business education. with the option to train as a commercial competitive industry operating in a pilot global arena. For those who plan to enter Years One and Two of the course provide a the world of aviation – whether as a ¬¬ Designed in consultation with major general introduction to business analysis, commercial pilot or as a manager – a sound aviation industry employers, including the aviation sector and technical aspects of foundation in the business management major Irish airlines piloting. DCU is recognised as a Registered principles of the aviation industry is key to Training Facility (RTF) by the Irish Aviation ¬¬ Gives you a broad insight into all aspects success. Authority (IAA) for the theoretical of the structures, operations and knowledge needed to acquire the Private management of the aviation industry The aviation industry spans the airlines, Pilot’s Licence (PPL). airports and ancillary activities directly ¬¬ Substantial industry placement in Year connected to the airline business as well as Three allows you gain valuable work Year Three of the course begins with a other sectors such as tourism, logistics and experience four to six-month INTRA placement in a areas dependent on international trade. related aviation setting. The second half of ¬¬ Choice of final year specialisms (Pilot Year Three is comprised of both specialist Studies or Aviation Management) offers It is well recognised that within the business and aviation modules. you flexibility aviation industry that there will be a severe shortage of skilled aviation professionals in ¬¬ Winner of the Overall Aviation In Year Four, the course divides into two the near future. In the next 20 years, airlines Academic Award in the Irish Aviation streams. Some students will opt to pursue will have to add 25,000 new aircraft to the Industry Awards 2014 integrated flight training at an approved current 17,000 commercial fleet. These Flight Training Organisation with a view aircraft will require pilots and other trained to qualifying as a commercial pilot (Airline About You support staff to operate the expanded Transport Pilot Licence, ATPL); others will air fleet which will, in turn, have major Do you find the world of aviation an choose to follow more specialist studies in implications for the expansion of services exciting place? Do you see yourself aviation management here in DCU. provided by staff at airports. playing a key role in the management and development of the aviation sector? Or Flight Training Organisations currently Course Structure do you see yourself enjoying a career as a approved by DCU include: commercial pilot? Then this is the course To date, few pilots have possessed a sound for you. business understanding of their industry. ¬¬ Flight Training Europe (Jerez, Spain) Nor have business professionals in the www.ftejerez.com Additional Requirements aviation industry had access to a course of ¬¬ Oxford Aviation Academy (Oxford, UK) study that directly targets those areas of In addition to the general entry www.oaa.com business which are of central importance to requirements for admission to the the success of this industry. University (see page 208), the following entry requirements apply: O4 or H6 in This exciting course addresses gaps Mathematics. in the education of those entering the aviation industry. In addition to a general management education, the aviation management course provides students with specialist knowledge in all areas of aviation and qualifies students for careers in demanding positions in this growing industry sector.

36 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BSc BSc Contact Details Visit Us Online

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]

Those who wish to qualify as a commercial pilot should be aware that there are considerable costs involved in pursuing this option. The cost of such training is estimated to be around €100,000.

What Will I Study? Year Four CAO code(s) Pilot Studies Specialism DC117

Future Careers  Air line Pilot  Av iation Management  Bus iness Operations  Em ployee Relations  Flight Operations  Log istics What Our Graduates Say  Su pply Chain Management The BSc in Aviation Management gave me the opportunity to study subjects relating to the aviation industry in general whilst allowing me to specialise in the area that I  Mark eting enjoyed and found most interesting. The course equipped me with skills such as team  Pu blic Relations work, problem solving and excellent communication skills and strong analytical skills due to work with large amounts of data and statistics. I developed a broad understanding In These Areas 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  Na tional Airlines the opportunity to meet aviation professionals from within the industry, and the industry  Int ernational Airlines experience and skills I needed for my job today.  Air line Logistics and Management Katie Walsh, BSc in Aviation Management, 2015, Safety and Compliance Officer for  Av iation Leasing Stobart Air (Aer Lingus Regional)

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37 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 School. It is one of France’s largest and countries with international students to learn business. You will spend Years best known business schools, with 8,000 from the International Partnership of One and Two in DCU (including a work students across three campuses Business Schools placement in Ireland) and Years Three and (www.neoma-bs.com). Four in the relevant partner institution ¬¬ Gain two qualifications, awarded by abroad, where you study through that DCU and another top international Germany: European School of Business, country’s language and university system. business school Reutlingen, Germany is over 100 years old, has more than 3,000 students in 11 ¬¬ Benefit from two work placements, one You will also go on a work placement faculties and maintains relationships with in Ireland and one abroad while abroad. At the end of your four numerous institutions in other countries. It years of study, you will graduate with two ¬¬ Learn business knowledge while has an excellent reputation for delivering qualifications, one from DCU and one from immersing yourself in two different rigorous programmes of education and the partner institution. social, cultural and political for producing highly successful graduates environments (www.esb-reutlingen.de). Business: The main emphasis is on business ¬¬ Have the option of specialising in a subjects. Over the four years, you will Spain: ICADE at the Universidad Pontificia specific area of business in your final gain an understanding of the principles Comillas, Madrid, Spain is part of the year of business, especially international faculty of business and enterprise at the business. In Years One and Two, you will Universidad Pontificia Comillas. It is one of study subjects such as accounting, finance, About You Spain’s oldest and most highly regarded economics and marketing. On transferring business schools (www.icade.es). Are you interested in pursuing a career in to the partner institution in Year Three, the business with an international dimension? focus on international business continues, USA: Northeastern University, Boston, Are you excited by the prospect of spending and in Year Four, you have the opportunity is one of the leading universities in the two years in a leading university abroad? to specialise in a variety of business areas. United States. It has been ranked number Would you like the opportunity to study one among those US universities which with a diverse group of students from all Language and Culture: For students on offer work placements as part of their over the world? If so, this course is for you. DC112, DC113 and DC114, the course programme (www.neu.edu). includes the study of European political, University of San Diego is located Additional Requirements cultural and social developments. These approximately two miles north of are combined with the study of French, In addition to the general entry downtown San Diego on the west coast German or Spanish, which will be your requirements for admission to the of the United States. It is ranked the 53rd working language of Years Three and Four University (see page 208), the following Best Undergraduate Business Schools of the course. Overseas students have the entry requirements apply: O4 or H6 in in the United States by Bloomberg opportunity to learn another European Mathematics plus H4 in French (DC112), Businessweek (www.sandiego.edu). Language or Chinese in Years One and Two. German (DC113) or Spanish (DC114). Canada: Brock University, founded in 1964, Students on the USA and Canada courses, Understanding: Global Business is located in Ontario, Canada. It is the only study North American history, politics and university in Canada that is located in a business practice, and also have the option The BA in Global Business is a unique UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, located at to study a second language. course, combining a broad understanding the centre of Canada's Niagara Peninsula of international business with intercultural (www.brocku.ca). experience and work placements. As such, The course is offered in conjunction with you will gain the necessary knowledge and our partners from the International skills to work in the challenging and diverse Partnership of Business Schools. world of international business.

38 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BA IN GLOBAL BUSINESS Contact Details Visit Us Online DCU Business School business.dcu.ie/Global-Business-France T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 business.dcu.ie/Global-Business-Germany E [email protected] business.dcu.ie/Global-Business-Spain business.dcu.ie/Global-Business-USA business.dcu.ie/Global-Business-Canada

BA in Global Business (France) CAO CODE DC112 YEARS 4 MIN-POINTS 487 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 One MIN-POINTS 455 one of the following: Economics | Accounting | Law | Business PLACES 15 Mathematics | Digital Innovation, ¬¬ The DESEM (Diplome d’Études BA in Global Business Creativity and Enterprise | Marketing | (Spain) Supérieures Européenes de Language and Culture of Chosen Country CAO CODE DC114 Management) from Neoma Business YEARS 4 (France/Germany/Spain/USA/Canada) School (France). MIN-POINTS 499 PLACES 10 ¬¬ The BSc in International Management Year Two BA in Global Business from the European School of Business, Psychology in Organisations | Economic (USA) Reutlingen (Germany). Policy | Finance | IT Skills | Marketing CAO CODE DC116 Research | Statistics | INTRA | Language YEARS 4 ¬¬ The Graduado Superior en Ciencias MIN-POINTS 578 and Culture of Chosen Country (France/ Empresariales Internacionales from the PLACES 15 Germany/Spain/USA /Canada) Universidad Pontificia Comillas (Spain). BA in Global Business (Canada) ¬¬ The BSc in International Business from Year Three and Year Four CAO CODE DC119 Northeastern University (USA). Students spend Years Three and Four in YEARS 4 France, Germany, Spain, USA, or Canada. MIN-POINTS 565 ¬¬ The Bachelor of Business Administration PLACES 5 While there, you will have the opportunity (BBA) from Brock University (Canada). to specialise in a variety of business areas Internship and undertake a paid work placement. Yes Students have the option to return to DCU for Year Four. In the event of taking this option, only one qualification – the DCU Future Careers degree – will be awarded.  Int ernational Marketing  Ba nking  Finance  Eur opean Law  Eur opean Regulation What Our Graduates Say  Eu ropean Affairs  Int ernational Affairs 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, professionally and personally. The USA stream has exceeded all of my expectations and I In These Areas would encourage any future student to avail of this life-changing experience. Truly world  Mark eting class!  Finance Moira Campbell, Global Business (USA) 2015, Supplier Chain Coordinator at Kerry Group  Com merce  Int ernational Management  Hum an Resource Management

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

40 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 T +353 (0) 1 700 5265 (see page 234 for further details). E [email protected]

Future Careers  Professional Accountant  Ac counting  Financial Management  Fu rther Study - Teaching

What Our Graduates Say In These Areas  Professional Accountancy The BA in Accounting and Finance provided me with a full exemption for the first set of Practices professional accounting exams, which is a significant advantage as part of my current  Ind ustry role. The course also provided me with other skills such as communications, and teamwork  which are highly relevant in the work environment. Commerce  Fin ancial Services Don't think that by choosing this course that you will be restricted to crunching numbers  Pu blic Service and producing financial statements. Accounting and Finance provides a great business  Edu cation foundation also. The course is intense but provides you a lot of great opportunities at the end of this, which makes it worthwhile. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Ellen Anderson, B.A. in Accounting & Finance, 2015, Trainee Accountant with KPMG. careers in your chosen field

41 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 The course is run by DCU Business School, This exciting interdisciplinary degree course together with the Faculties of Engineering ¬¬ Exciting modules across multiple will provide you with a solid foundation in and Computing, Science and Health, and disciplines marketing, while combining this with the Humanities and Social Sciences. It is the ¬¬ Year-long INTRA work placement constantly evolving world of technology. only course of its kind in Ireland, offering The high-technology sector is a dynamic, a solid foundation in marketing while ¬¬ Strong focus on creativity, innovation fast-changing and highly competitive incorporating cutting-edge technology and high-tech entrepreneurship environment. Similarly, marketing is fast and design to meet the growing demand ¬¬ International summer school becoming one of the most technology- for expertise in all these areas. opportunity dependent functions in business today. 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 ¬¬ Designed to meet substantial industry technologies to the marketplace. sciences and biotechnology. You will also demand for high-tech marketers study creativity, discovery and innovation. You will understand the new technological By the end of Year Four, you will have challenges that organisations face such as: gained: About You

This course will suit you if you have an ¬¬ Information and communications ¬¬ An in-depth understanding of marketing interest in marketing, are a creative thinker technologies (mobile devices, big data, techniques and have a genuine curiosity about the social media marketing, marketing ¬¬ A core grounding in science and technologies that are changing our world. automation) technology ¬¬ Biotechnologies (advances in Additional Requirements ¬¬ Knowledge of web design, pharmaceuticals, biofuels and fine communications and industrial design In addition to the general entry chemicals) requirements for admission to the ¬¬ An entrepreneurial outlook ¬¬ Physical sciences (laser, x-rays, University (see page 208), the following nanotechnology) ¬¬ An understanding of the processes entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 involved in new product development or H6 in Mathematics. In the new business environment, marketing needs to be integrated within all functions You will learn through lectures, case studies of the organisation. By developing an and research projects, and from the vast entrepreneurial outlook, a hallmark of this knowledge of visiting practitioners. In some degree, you will learn to anticipate and projects, you will work in multidisciplinary respond to consumer needs, and develop teams alongside engineers, scientists and and market these technologies in a way biotechnology students, reflecting real-life that makes sense in today’s marketplace. scenarios.

Your one-year paid INTRA work placement which takes please in Year Three, 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(s) DC240 Year One Study Abroad Year Communication Skills | Creativity and Years (For those opting for a four-year degree) Discovery | 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 Two run by the International Office (Students 50 Accounting | Biotechnology | Digital can register for a pre-approved Summer Internship Marketing | Distribution Management | School and will be eligible for ten credits in Innovation Studies | International Yes their final year) | Uaneen Non-Contributing Marketing | New Product Development | Module Data Analytics for Marketing Applications | Computer and Year Four Communication System Technologies | Business Strategy | Digital World | High Managing Customer Relations Technology Entrepreneurship | Information Technology | Marketing Communications | Year Three Marketing Management and Planning | INTRA (paid 12-month Work Placement) New Technology Foresights | Project Management | Spreadsheet Modelling Future Careers  Brand Account Manager  Bra nd Ambassador  Digital Account Executive  Direct Marketing Executive  Sal es Manager  Te chnology Consultant What Our Graduates Say  Ag ency Strategist

My favourite aspects of the course included learning about the most recent technological breakthroughs and how they will affect the future marketplace, interesting and relevant In These Areas guest speakers and of course the year-long INTRA placement. That, combined with the  Te chnology unique skills I learned during lectures, allowed me to achieve success in my field and helped  Hea lthcare me gain the great job I have today.  Ph armaceuticals Rachel Crawley, Marketing, Innovation and Technology 2015, Brand Communications  Bio technology Executive, Vodafone Ireland  So ftware and IT  Tel ecoms  High-Tech Manufacture Firms

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43 Business School Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC111 Bachelor of Business Studies Three or Four years 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 don’t 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 Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies with Distinction may be considered for admission into Year Two. Holders of a Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma in Business Studies with Merit or Distinction may be considered for admission into Year Two. No additional exemptions will be awarded from Year Two. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQU entry requirements.

cao code course title duration DC110 Business Studies International Four years 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 full-time post-leaving certificate study may be considered for admission into Year Two.

44 BUSINESS SCHOOL COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration DC117 BSc in Aviation Management/BSc in Aviation Management with Pilot Studies Four years 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 don’t 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 While transfer applications are welcomed from holders of qualifications in Business Studies or related subjects for admission to Year One of this course, there is no advanced entry path into Year Two. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQU entry requirements.

cao code course title duration DC112 BA in Global Business (France) Four years 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 Two.

cao code course title duration DC113 BA in Global Business (Germany) Four years 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 full-time post-Leaving Certificate study, may be considered for admission into Year Two.

45 Business School Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC114 BA in Global Business (Spain) Four years 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 full-time post-Leaving Certificate study, may be considered for admission into Year Two.

cao code course title duration DC116 BA in Global Business (USA) Four years 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 DC119 BA in Global Business (Canada) Four years 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

46 BUSINESS SCHOOL COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration DC115 BA in Accounting and Finance Three years 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 don’t 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 Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies/Accounting with Merit or Distinction may be considered for admission into Year Two. Holders of a Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/ National Diploma in Business Studies/Accounting with Merit or Distinction may be considered for admission into Year Two. No additional exemptions will be awarded from Year Two. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQU entry requirements.

cao code course title duration DC240 BSc in Marketing, Innovation and Technology Four years 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 don’t 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 While transfer applications are welcomed from holders of qualifications in Business Studies, Marketing or related subjects for admission to Year One of this course, there is no advanced entry path into Year Two. Note: QQI have redesigned some awards and QQI codes may be subject to change. Please check the DCU website for updated information on QQU entry requirements.

47 50 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics

52 Actuarial Mathematics

54 Common Entry into Science

56 Analytical Science

58 Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

60 Environmental Science and Technology

62 Physics with Astronomy

64 Applied Physics

66 Physics with Biomedical Sciences

68 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 Nu rsing (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)

18048 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.

49181 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics Applying mathematics in the real world!

Why DCU? Additional Requirements In light of this, we offer the following advice:

¬¬ You have the option to choose between In addition to the general entry ¬¬ If you are certain that you want to two qualifications requirements for admission to the pursue an actuarial career, apply for the University (see page 208), the following ¬¬ At the end of Year Two, you choose DC126 BSc in Actuarial Mathematics entry requirement apply: minimum of H3 in between Actuarial Mathematics Mathematics. and Financial Mathematics. Entry ¬¬ If you wish to keep your options open to Actuarial Mathematics is on a Understanding: Actuarial and Financial with the actuarial/financial range, competitive basis, and is subject to Mathematics apply for DC127 Common Entry performance in Years One and Two and to availability of places DC127 is a common entry route to two BSc courses in the areas of actuarial and ¬¬ If you wish to maximise your chances ¬¬ Students opting for the BSc in Actuarial financial mathematics. of accessing an actuarial or financial Mathematics have the opportunity to course, you should apply for DC127 obtain exemptions from all the Core They are: Common Entry and DC126 BSc in Technical examinations of the Institute ¬¬ BSc in Actuarial Mathematics Actuarial Mathematics in an order that and Faculty of Actuaries, (IFoA) UK reflects your priorities ¬¬ BSc in Financial Mathematics

About You You will have the opportunity to undertake The BSc in Actuarial Mathematics also has If you have an interest in, and aptitude a placement in the actuarial or financial a direct entry route. Prospective students for, high-level mathematics and enjoy the industry. Our INTRA offers you paid, wishing to directly enter the Actuarial challenge of problem solving but want relevant work experience. It gives you a Mathematics course should apply to the flexibility in deciding on your eventual wonderful opportunity to experience a real BSc in Actuarial Mathematics career path, choose Common Entry. It work environment, make more informed (www.dcu.ie/DC126). offers entry into two BSc degree courses: decisions about your career choice and Actuarial Mathematics and Financial make useful contacts with prospective Access to Financial Mathematics is Mathematics. employers. exclusively through the Common Entry route. The advantage of Common Entry A report on the future of the international If you elect the BSc in Financial into two courses is that after two years of financial services sector in Ireland Mathematics, you will study how random study, you will be better placed to know by Deloitte concludes that, “It is processes can develop over time, and apply which of the options you will most enjoy. imperative that Ireland builds its pool of these mathematical methods to examine mathematically literate skill sets as they how financial phenomena can evolve. You Course Structure will be a key enabler to a successful, high will also learn how to employ sophisticated value financial centre”. These BSc courses Both of the courses emerging from statistical techniques to investigate large address this imperative. Common Entry last for four years. The quantities of financial data and develop structure allows you to make an informed cutting-edge and data-driven models of decision about which stream to specialise in the stock market. You will study high-level after studying fundamental courses such as modern probability, and apply it to design analysis, algebra and probability, together and price complex financial products such with computing and statistics. At the end of as derivatives and swaps. You will also learn the Year Two, students on the mathematics how to make the large scale computer common entry route enter one of two simulations needed to price exotic financial courses. The number of students in Year securities. Three of each course is limited and entry to a specific stream will be on merit, based on performance in Years One and Two.

50 FIRST COMMON ENTRY INTO ACTUARIAL AND FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Graduates of Actuarial and Financial Dr. Tom Brady www.dcu.ie/DC127

Mathematics are well placed to undertake a School of Mathematical Sciences T postgraduate qualification in teaching, and T +353 (0) 1 700 5524 WO have completed at least 50 of the 60 credits E [email protected]

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In These Areas  Industry  Financial Sector  Ge neral and Health Insurance  Pensions  Banking

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

Why DCU? Understanding: Actuarial Mathematics Additional Information

¬¬ The BSc in Actuarial Mathematics is fully How long will people live and for how The BSc in Actuarial Mathematics is fully accredited by the Institute and Faculty much should their lives be insured? Can we accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, (IFoA) UK understand and predict the movement of Actuaries, (IFoA). Students may of stock prices? What is the rate of return obtain exemptions from up to eight Core ¬¬ Students on this course have the on capital on an investment venture – and Technical (CT1-8) examinations of the opportunity to gain exemptions from should that project be funded? These are IFoA. These are the initial examinations up to eight of the Core Technical some of the questions we will help you to required in order to qualify as an actuary examinations of the IFoA answer at DCU. in Ireland and the UK. Exemptions depend ¬¬ Paid work experience allows students to on examination performance during the gain practical actuarial experience and The BSc in Actuarial Mathematics prepares degree and students who achieve all eight enables them to make informed career you to pursue a career as an actuary or, exemptions can significantly reduce the decisions more generally, for a career in finance. time taken to qualify as an actuary. Actuaries are involved in quantifying and ¬¬ DCU specialises in applications of managing risk, work in areas as diverse Graduates of this course are well placed to mathematics to finance and students as banking, insurance and healthcare. As undertake further studies and research in are exposed to cutting edge research markets become increasingly complex actuarial science, mathematics, financial in actuarial science and financial there is a growing need for professionals mathematics, economics and finance. The mathematics who combine both mathematical and course provides a strong foundation for ¬¬ Industry sponsored prize awarded each financial expertise. those who wish to pursue a postgraduate year to the graduate with the best qualification in teaching and covers over academic performance Course Structure 90% of the mathematics required for Teaching Council of Ireland recognition In Years One and Two of your degree you (see page 234 for further details). About You will cover the fundamental mathematical principles that underpin the financial If you excel in mathematics and problem models studied in later years. Students solving, and want to apply your talents to also study practical and finance-related a career in the actuarial profession or in subjects such as computer programming, finance, then come and join the course! economics and accounting. In Years Three and Four students apply sophisticated Additional Requirements mathematical techniques to real-world In addition to the general entry problems in insurance, finance and requirements for admission to the banking. In your final year you may also University (see pages 208), the following choose from a range of optional modules entry requirement apply: minimum of H3 in in applied finance of relevance to today’s Mathematics. complex financial markets.

In Year Three, you will have the opportunity to undertake paid work (INTRA), in the actuarial or financial industry. The placements are, typically, with major insurance companies, actuarial consultancies or in investment banks and 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(s) DC126

Years 4

Min points 520

Internship Yes

In These Areas  Financial Services  Insurance  Pensions  Banking

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53 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 first year will be offered a place regarded degree courses at the end or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 in Year Two of one of the following degree of Year One. (The number of places on or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, courses: some courses will be limited and places Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural in that instance will be allocated on the Science. ¬¬ Analytical Science (DC161) basis of first year performance) (see page 56) ¬¬ A strong emphasis on laboratory Understanding: ¬¬ Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences teaching to give all students the Common Entry into Science (DC162) (see page 58) essential basic skills to become The sciences are helping to drive the successful laboratory scientists ¬¬ Environmental Science and Technology development of the Irish economy and in industry, government, non- (DC166) (see page 60) will continue to do so into the future. governmental organisations and Accordingly, job prospects for science ¬¬ Physics with Astronomy (DC167) academia graduates are varied and growing (see page 62) ¬¬ Innovative, student-centred approaches further. Furthermore, biology, chemistry ¬¬ Applied Physics (DC171) to teaching and learning to enable and physics are fascinating subjects (see page 64) students achieve their full potential and especially rewarding if you like to experience the thrill of discovery or simply ¬¬ Physics with Biomedical Sciences ¬¬ Strong innovation and enterprise enjoy figuring things out. The Common (DC173) (see page 66) culture with an emphasis on discovery Entry route allows you to sample the for societal impact to enable students ¬¬ Genetics and Cell Biology (DC168) three main sciences in Year One, so you achieve their enterprising and (see page 68) can decide which you enjoy most before entrepreneurial potential choosing the subject area you want to ¬¬ Biotechnology (DC181) pursue. (see page 70) About You

If you like science, have an analytical mind and are competent in mathematics, but are unsure about which area of the sciences you wish to pursue, then Common Entry is the obvious choice.

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

What Will I Study? CAO code(s)

For Years Two, Three and Four, you will take the modules of your chosen degree course.

Future Careers  Research  Development  Further Study - Teaching  Communications  Environmental Monitoring  Wa ste 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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55 BSc in Analytical Science Analysis, detection and measurement – solve problems of critical importance!

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

About You Year One provides the essential background knowledge of mathematics, If you have an interest in science, have an chemistry, physics and biology. These are analytical and problem-solving approach of vital importance in later years. Thought- to life, and are looking for a bright and provoking laboratory work in all years is an productive career, then Analytical Science integral part of the course. is the degree for you. The major emphasis in Years Two and Three Additional Requirements is on analytical science, with chemical In addition to the general entry and biological aspects being developed requirements for admission to the in parallel. In Year Three, you can choose University (see page 208), the following between a chemistry stream or a biology entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 stream, so you can specialise in the area or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 that suits you best. Both streams cover the or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, major, modern state-of-the-art analytical Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural techniques, and you will enjoy plenty of Science. hands-on experience in our exceptionally well-equipped facilities.

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This course is recognised by the Teaching Council Prof. Apryll Stalcup www.dcu.ie/DC161 IN ANALYTICAL SCIENCE of Ireland for teaching biology and chemistry School of Chemical Sciences (see page 234 for further details). T 353 (0) 1 700 6816 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Chemistry Pathway CAO code(s) Organometallics and Polymer Chemistry DC161 Year One Chemistry, Physics and Biology Biology Pathway Years Laboratories | Mathematics | Chemistry | Cell Culture and Tissue Biochemistry 4 Biology | Interdisciplinary Science | Physics Min points Year Four Year Two 455 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 Four 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 Three Project Environmental Monitoring and Forensic Biology | Biochemical and Microbiological Year Four 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  Ch emical and Forensic Analysis  Process Development  Product Validation  Quality Control  Re search and What Our Graduates Say Development  Further Study - Teaching I thoroughly enjoyed studying Analytical Science in DCU. It is an excellent course with a strong focus on developing practical skills and knowledge for real-world applications. For me, some of the highlights were the six-month work placement and Year Four research In These Areas project. I truly believe it was the best start I could give to my career!  Biopharmaceuticals Nicky McKenna, BSc Analytical Science, Technical Support Engineer, Abbott Diabetes Care  Agrichemicals  Public Health  Cosmetic Laboratories  Marketing  Sales  Education

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57 BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Find out how chemistry relates to other sciences and to the world in general!

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬¬ Excellent lecture courses in Chemical In addition to the general entry Working in the laboratory plays a vital and Pharmaceutical Sciences requirements for admission to the role in your learning, and because our University (see page 208), the following laboratory facilities are among the most ¬¬ National award winning undergraduate entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 up-to-date, you will get the most practical teaching labs (Irish Laboratory Awards; or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 experience possible. Year One of this ILA) or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, course is common with other DCU science ¬¬ High practical content (intensive Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural courses. In Year Two, the mainstream laboratory modules) and IT courses Science. chemistry lectures and laboratories (from Year Two) are developed with relevant topics in Understanding: physics, mathematics, computing and ¬¬ Specialist workshops in Spectroscopy Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences biochemistry. and Drug Design Considered by most scientists to be the ¬¬ Modern chemistry laboratories and An integral part of Year Three is INTRA, central science among the science subjects, industry standard equipment which ensures you gain first-hand chemistry has a wide range of industrial experience in the applications of chemistry ¬¬ Opportunity for industrial placement in applications that affect our daily lives. during a period of industrial placement. the (bio) pharmaceutical sector Chemists develop new materials, drugs and Year Four of the course concentrates pharmaceuticals and they design cleaner ¬¬ Strong cutting-edge research profile on your knowledge and development of and more efficient reaction processes to and opportunities for further study at more advanced topics. A major element produce them. On this degree course, you MSc and PhD level in this final year is your individual research will have the opportunity to develop your project, which consists of a literature ¬¬ Young dynamic School in the top 250 understanding and skills in chemistry within survey on a particular topic, followed by world-wide, with a highly qualified and both a theoretical and applied context. laboratory-based research work in your accessible staff general area of interest. The emphasis is on applications and ¬¬ The Chemical and Pharmaceutical industrial relevance, particularly within Sciences degree course is the first in the pharmaceutical industry, with the Ireland to be awarded the Eurobachelor theoretical and practical aspects taught label (www.chemistry-eurolabels.gandi. through application. This will lead to ws) a familiarity with the basic principles of chemistry, ensuring you develop an About You impressive range of problem-solving skills.

If you are creative, focused, hard-working and wish to develop your understanding and skills in chemical and pharmaceutical sciences, then a degree in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences is for you.

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

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

Future Careers  Sy nthetic Chemist  Dr ug Formulation  Product Development What Our Graduates Say  Rese arch  Fu rther Study - Teaching Passionate lectures, a broad scope of interesting material and a well-structured progression, coupled with a six-month industrial work placement and three month research project meant an exceedingly enjoyable and rewarding college experience. The In These Areas degree course and the industrial and academic recognition of the School of Chemical  Pharmaceutical Sciences has given me full confidence in my ability to pursue a career of my choosing, be it  Food and Beverage of an academic or industrial nature.  Hum an and Animal Alex Gibney, BSc Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Medicine  Cosmetics  Education  Brewing

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59 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 In recent years, we have all become to integrate elements of physics, chemistry increasingly aware of environmental and biotechnology, in a multidisciplinary ¬¬ Students specialise in two of three concerns. Problems such as diminishing way, ensuring that you understand all streams: chemistry, physics or fossil fuel reserves, radioactive and general the sciences from an environmental biotechnology waste management, and climate change perspective. This will give you a greater ¬¬ Opportunities to participate in multiple have captured the imagination of the working knowledge of the influences on the dedicated field trips public and politicians alike. This course environment and, as a result, will present explores the environment around us, the you with greater job opportunities when ¬¬ Relevant paid work experience (INTRA) technologies used for its analysis, and the you graduate. ¬¬ Research projects in chemistry, environmental impacts of our activities biotechnology and physics from a scientific perspective. Year One provides the essential background knowledge of mathematics, ¬¬ Environmental science and technology You will gain an understanding of the chemistry, physics and biology. These are are growth areas, offering excellent causes of the problems we face, how to of vital importance in the following years. career prospects analyse them and how to gain the skills In Year Two, you will continue to develop necessary to understand their impact on your knowledge in these areas from an About You our environment. environmental viewpoint, as well as develop IT and computing skills. If you are interested in our environment, In Year Three, you will choose two out of the and are looking for a career exploring and three streams: biotechnology, chemistry In Year Three, you choose two out understanding the impact of changes and physics, the aim of which is to develop the three streams of biotechnology, to it, then Environmental Science and an in-depth knowledge of the underlying chemistry and physics, allowing you to Technology can provide you with the skills science or our physical environment and develop specialised skills in your area and experience you need. explore technologies to monitor our of interest. You will explore employer environment in two disciplines. relevant environmental issues, including Additional Requirements legislation, health and safety and you will In addition to the general entry also have the opportunity to work on a requirements for admission to the paid industrial placement (INTRA), gaining University (see page 208), the following valuable relevant work experience in your entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 chosen area of expertise. Practical work is or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 conducted in modern science laboratories or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and through on-site and field trip visits. Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science. In Year Four you will continue with your chosen specialism. Additionally you will carry out a semester-long research project, with topics offered from across the entire Science and Health Faculty.

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Dr. Brian Kelleher www.dcu.ie/DC166 IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY School of Chemical Sciences T +353 (0) 1 700 5134 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year Three Options CAO code(s) Modules offered will be dependent on DC166 Year One chosen pathway. Chemistry / Physics / Biology Laboratories | Years See www.dcu.ie/DC166 Mathematics | Chemistry | How Life 4 Works | Interdisciplinary and Environmental Year Four Min points Science | Physics Environmental Ethics | Literature Review | 371 Project Year Two Internship Pollution and the Biosphere | Environmental Year Four Options Yes Chemistry, Biotechnology and Physics Modules offered will be dependent on Laboratories | Microbiology and Genetics | chosen pathway. Understanding the Body | Visualisation and See www.dcu.ie/DC166 Validation of Lab Data | Epidemiology | Kinetics and Thermodynamics | Environmental Analysis | Linear Algebra | Programming

Year Three Field Trip | Environmental Legislation | Health and Safety | Environmental Monitoring and Data Analysis | INTRA

Future Careers  Wa ste Management  Pol lution Control  En vironmental Assessment and Monitoring  Hea lth and Safety

In These Areas  No n-Governmental Organisation (NGO)  En vironmental Protection Agency (EPA)  Co nsultancy  Lo cal Authorities  Clean Technologies  Wa ste Industry  Gr een Economy

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61 BSc in Physics with Astronomy Apply the science of physics to unravel the mysteries of the universe!

Why DCU? Understanding: Physics with Astronomy A major element of Year Four is your individual laboratory-based project. ¬¬ Highly qualified and internationally Astronomy, the oldest of the sciences, Students always find this work rewarding recognised staff who are enthusiastic remains a highly appealing science for the and enjoyable as it gives great scope for and accessible general public and prospective third-level individual initiative. It also means working students alike. ¬¬ Classes exclusive to physics students with professional astronomers on the means more personal attention academic staff at DCU, whose work is at This course is designed to appeal to the forefront of international astronomical ¬¬ Field trip to an observatory abroad in everyone with an interest in physics, research. On several occasions, final-year Year Three astronomy, astrophysics, space science physics students have received national and technology. You will gain a solid ¬¬ The BSc in Physics with Astronomy is and international awards from the background in fundamental physics accredited by the Institute of Physics of Undergraduate Awards, the Institute of as well as optics, high-end computing Ireland, (IOP) Physics and the International Society of and image processing. You will have Automation on the basis of their project ¬¬ Ideal preparation for the rapidly the chance to learn about the exciting work. changing, modern, technological work subject of observational astronomy and environment the instruments and techniques used to Throughout the degree, there is an study the stars. You will also learn about ¬¬ Hands on data analysis experience emphasis on laboratory and project work the growing field of space science and (both individually and in groups) and IT technology, which is intimately linked to skills, which are valuable skills for your About You many aspects of astronomy. It is a truly future. exciting course that knows no bounds. If you are interested in how the world works and how science seeks to answer the big During the course, you will be encouraged Course Structure questions, if you have a logical mind and to apply for scientific internship competency in mathematics, then Physics Over the four years of this course, you schemes, including visiting fellowships with Astronomy may be the course for you. can look forward to working with real in organisations such as the European astronomical data from a variety of Organisation for Nuclear Research, (CERN) Additional Requirements telescopes and observatories worldwide. and the European Space Agency, (ESA).

In addition to the general entry Years One and Two focus on classical requirements for admission to the and modern physics, combined with University (see page 208), the following various aspects of astronomy, as well as entry requirements apply: minimum of mathematics, electronics and computing. O3 or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum In Year Three, you can take a five-day field of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, trip to a foreign observatory or choose to Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Applied work in industry or a research group as part Mathematics. of your INTRA placement.

In Year Four of the course you will have a choice of topics, allowing you to concentrate on various applied aspects relating to physics and astronomy.

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Year Two Options Programming | Advanced Programming

Future Careers  Me teorology  Ima ge Processing  An alysis  Signal Acquisition Instrumentation  Statistical Analysis  Op tical Instrumentation  Pho tonics Design and Validation  So ftware Engineers  Rese arch

In These Areas  As trophysics What Our Graduates Say  Sp ace Science  Med ical Physics Physics with Astronomy is an exciting course that gives you the scientific and Organisations mathematical tools to unlock the secrets of the Universe: from understanding the life and death of stars to investigating the structure of our galaxy and the wider cosmos. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future Brendan Owens, Astronomy Programmes Officer at the Royal Observatory Greenwich careers in your chosen field

63 BSc in Applied Physics Apply physics to make tomorrow’s discoveries!

Why DCU? Understanding: Applied Physics Your period of industrial placement (INTRA) in Year Three ensures that you ¬¬ Highly qualified and internationally Physics is the most fundamental of all gain valuable paid work experience of up to recognised staff who are enthusiastic the sciences and has fuelled most of the eight months in a real life setting, putting and accessible scientific and technological developments the many things you have learned on the that we take for granted today. Apart from ¬¬ Classes exclusive to physics students course to the test. For those of you who wish basic discoveries such as electromagnetism means more personal attention to pursue a research career, you will have and nuclear energy, physics is also the the option of spending your placement ¬¬ The BSc in Applied Physics is accredited science behind modern technologies working in one of the research groups in the by the Institute of Physics of Ireland, such as the internet and mobile phones. School of Physical Sciences, where you will (IOP) Life-changing developments such as the be assisting with cutting-edge research silicon integrated circuit and magnetic ¬¬ Emphasis on hands-on laboratory and projects. Throughout your course, you will resonance imaging (MRI) scanners were project work be working in a custom-designed physics also pioneered by physicists. Today’s building equipped with state-of-the art ¬¬ Year Three work replacement (INTRA), physicists continue to lead discovery, undergraduate and research laboratories. research experience and scholarship invention and innovation in revolutionary opportunities but yet-to-be-exploited physics, such as Your Year Four project is a real highlight quantum information and communications ¬¬ Graduates are equipped for careers in which you conduct in our world-class technology (q-ICT), nanosystems design, the rapidly changing high technology laboratories and where you will experience ultrafast molecular switching and sector or for further studies in physics the excitement and personal achievement terahertz medical imaging. and engineering associated with scientific research. Applied Physics emphasises the real- On several occasions, final-year physics About You world applications of the subject as well students have received national as providing a foundation in the basics of If you have a logical mind and competency and international awards from the physics. in mathematics then Applied Physics may Undergraduate Awards, the Institute of be the course for you. Physics and the International Society of Course Structure Automation on the basis of their project Additional Requirements This four-year degree combines lectures, work. tutorials and stimulating laboratory In addition to the general entry work and projects with fundamental During the course, you will be encouraged requirements for admission to the physics concepts and exciting, real-life to apply for scientific internship University (see page 208), the following technological skills and applications. This schemes, including visiting fellowships entry requirements apply: minimum of will develop your analytical and problem- in organisations such as the European O3 or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum solving skills. Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, and the European Space Agency (ESA). Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Applied The basic foundations of physics will be Mathematics. laid in Years One and Two, while in Years Three and Four, you can choose to study specialist topics, such as instrumentation, nanotechnology, semiconductor materials, plasma physics and microfluidics.

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This course is recognised by the Teaching Council Dr. Tony Cafolla www.dcu.ie/DC171 PHYSICS APPLIED IN of Ireland for teaching physics (see page 234 for School of Physical Sciences further details). T +353 (0) 1 700 5332 E [email protected]

Year Two Options Programming | Space Science and Technology | Physics of Renewable Energy

Future Careers  Electronics  Com munications What Our Graduates Say  Se miconductors  Pho tonics My degree in Applied Physics has been an invaluable foundation for my career, supported  Op toelectronics by a faculty that encouraged learning, development and enjoyment of university life. This  Information Technology course taught me to think, to question and to apply theory to practice – all invaluable life skills.  Fu rther Study - Teaching  Research Grainne Sheerin, Senior Analyst, Google Ireland In These Areas Studying physics in DCU was a fantastic stepping stone into an exciting future. The course  So ftware Engineering exposed me to concepts, new and classical, that both challenged and stimulated me and  Ae rospace the kind guidance of the staff gave me the opportunity to develop analytical skills which  Med ical Physics are now proving invaluable to me in my career as a Catastrophic Risk Analyst.  Manu facturing Industry Sean McCabe, BSc in Applied Physics  Fin ancial Services  Edu cation

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65 BSc in Physics with Biomedical Sciences Apply physics to drive progress in medicine and healthcare!

Why DCU? Understanding: In Years One and Two, you will study the Physics with Biomedical Sciences basic foundations of physics and the ¬¬ Highly qualified and internationally fundamentals of chemistry, cell biology, recognised staff who are enthusiastic Physics is the most fundamental of all anatomy and physiology. In Years Three and accessible the sciences and has fuelled most of the and Four, you will study a selection of more scientific and technological developments ¬¬ Classes exclusive to physics students advanced physics topics, such as Quantum that we take for granted today. Since the means more personal attention Mechanics or Laser Physics, which underpin discovery of X-rays by Roentgen in 1895, applications in the biomedical sciences. ¬¬ Hospital placements and scholarship a number of the major discoveries of the Application courses at the interface opportunities 20th century have played a fundamental between the physical and life sciences, such role in advancing medicine and medical ¬¬ The BSc in Physics with Biomedical as Biomechanics of Human Movement, instruments. Think of magnetic resonance Sciences is accredited by the Institute of will also be offered. In Year Four, expert imaging (MRI) scanners, radiotherapy Physics, (IOP) academic staff will teach medical physics treatment or laser eye surgery to realise subjects such as Medical Imaging or ¬¬ Graduates ideally prepared for careers how familiar we are with the medical Medical Applications of Lasers. in the rapidly changing biomedical and applications of physics! health sectors or for further studies in Throughout your course, you will be physics, medical physics or biophysics Today, the most recent scientific working in a custom-designed physics developments in information and building equipped with state-of-the-art communication technologies (ICT), About You undergraduate and research laboratories. nanotechnology, optics or biotechnology Seminars are delivered by international If you wish to combine a strong interest in have also become key aspects in the field of experts and eminent DCU researchers. physics and other sciences and apply that medical physics, pushing it in new directions Visits to internationally renowned to healthcare and medicine, then Physics and enabling further progress in medicine biomedical research institutes will also be with Biomedical Sciences is for you. and healthcare. important parts of the course.

Additional Requirements This course has been designed to In Year Three, INTRA placement will provide a solid background in physics In addition to the general entry be an important opportunity for you and in the principles which underpin the requirements for admission to the to work for an extended period in a chemical, biological and life sciences, University (see page 208), the following hospital and experience a real medical and an understanding of the most entry requirements apply: minimum of environment. INTRA placements in recent developments in the area, such as O3 or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum private companies with business interests nanosystem design or ultrafast molecular of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, in medical/biological instrumentation, switching. It is ideally suited to the needs of Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Applied biotechnological applications or optical students who intend to pursue a career in Mathematics. medical diagnostic applications, for physics and technology related to medical example, are also possible. research, clinical services or biomedical industries. Your Year Four project is a real opportunity to conduct research in one of our world- Course Structure class laboratories, in which you will This four-year course combines lectures, experience the excitement and personal tutorials and modern laboratory work achievement associated with scientific with fundamental physics concepts and research. exciting, real-life technological skills and applications in the biomedical area. This On several occasions, final-year physics will develop your analytical and problem- students have received national solving skills. and international awards from the Undergraduate Awards, the Institute of Physics and the International Society of Automation on the basis of their project work.

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Further specialised training in medical physics will Dr. Lampros Nikolopoulos www.dcu.ie/DC173 SCIENCES IN PHYSICS WITH BIOMEDICAL allow you to obtain the qualification of Hospital School of Physical Sciences Physicist. T +353 (0) 1 700 5300 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Bio medical Instrumentation  Me dical Imaging  Ima ge Processing  Las ers  Med ical Optical Systems  De sign Management  Rese arch  Hos pital Physicist

In These Areas  Clinical and Diagnostic Services What Our Graduates Say  Biomedical Sector  Bio technology Studying at DCU has given me an excellent physics foundation coupled with problem  Hea lthcare solving skills that enabled me to pursue a career in the rapidly developing medical physics field. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field Dermot Gorman, Medical Physics and Bioengineering, St James’s Hospital

67 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 One is taken in common and unprecedented pace. This is especially with other science courses, so you will ¬¬ Extensive hands-on training in true of genetics and cell biology. With our be 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. In Year Two, you individuality. We can apply these new will develop a deeper understanding of ¬¬ Seven-month work placement (INTRA) findings in cell biology to explore exciting genetics, biochemistry, microbiology, cell ¬¬ Final year project in research lab scientific applications that benefit all. biology, bioinformatics and pharmacology.

Our improved understanding of the In the first semester of Year Three, you will About You genetic basis for life has opened up new gain the practical skills and techniques The course in Genetics and Cell Biology approaches for the investigation, diagnosis that form the basis of cell and gene will be of interest to students who enjoy and treatment of disease. As a result, we technologies, including cell manipulation, studying biology and for those with an are in a new era in the development and gene cloning and genomics. With this interest in recent scientific breakthroughs production of medical devices, therapies knowledge, you will be well-prepared in human disease, molecular biology and and drugs. The course has been developed for your seven-month work experience research at the cellular level. to incorporate the theoretical and practical placement (INTRA). aspects of molecular and cellular biology, Additional Requirements providing you with the knowledge and In Year Four, you will explore the advances expertise you will need for future careers arising from research in genetics, cancer In addition to the general entry in industry, research and beyond. You will research and cell biology as well as medical requirements for admission to the have the opportunity to develop your products. If you take the Genetics and Life University (see page 208), the following interest in biology and learn the laboratory Science stream, you will do a semester- entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 and computational skills that are the basis long research project. If you opt for the or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 for key scientific breakthroughs. You will Biopharma Stream, you will study courses or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, also gain a full appreciation of how the related to biopharmaceutical science, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural improved knowledge of genetics and cell industry and production processes. Science. biology affects society.

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CAO code(s) DC168

Years 4

Min points 487

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69181 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 One, you will be introduced to the the School of Biotechnology leading to the creation and manufacture basic sciences and mathematics with an of products that help in the diagnosis introduction to bioprocessing. Year Two ¬¬ Opportunities to do an INTRA and treatment of disease (e.g., the develops the biological and engineering placement at home or abroad in Year production of antibiotics and insulin and aspects of Biotechnology and in Year Three other genetically engineered medicines Three, specialist areas of biology are such as safer recombinant vaccines), introduced such as immunology, genetic About You and the provision of services to areas like engineering and cell culture. In engineering, healthcare, food, agriculture, energy and you will be introduced to bioreactors, If you have an inquisitive and analytical the environment. primary separations and downstream mind, if you are interested in the basic processing. In addition, in Year Three sciences and if you have a competency in Biotechnologists find new and innovative you will have the opportunity to work in mathematics, then you should thrive in solutions to problems encountered in industry as part of our paid industrial Biotechnology. society. They need a good fundamental training programme (INTRA). grasp of the biochemistry underlying Additional Requirements biological systems and a good knowledge In Year Four, the underlying biological In addition to the general entry of the exciting innovations occurring in and engineering principles of biotechnical requirements for admission to the genetics, immunology and bioinformatics. processes are developed, and you will University (see page 208), the following To understand how solutions go on to a be given the option to choose either entry requirements apply: minimum of O3 commercial industrial scale, they also need a Biotechnology and Life Science or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O3 a good understanding of the underlying specialisation (which includes a research or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, physical and chemical engineering project) or a Biopharma specialisation, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural principles pertaining to living cells. which includes content focusing on the Science. biopharmaceutical industry.

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In These Areas I started the course with a keen interest in genetics and left with an unexpected but equal interest in engineering.  Pharmaceutical  Biomedical Diagnostics Aileen Gill, Technical Specialist, Schering-Plough, Innishannon, Co. Cork  Fine Chemicals  Medical  Brewing  Fo od and Dairy Production  Agriculture  Bulk Chemicals

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71 BSc in Sport Science and Health Apply science to enhance physical activity!

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

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Further study will allow specialisation in clinical Dr. Sarah Kelly 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 5914 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year Four CAO code(s) Clinical Exercise Physiology and Nutrition | DC202 Year One Sport and Exercise for Special Populations | Physiology | Chemistry | Psychology | Years Research Methods | Research Project Health and Fitness | Motor Control and 4 Learning | Sociology of Sport | Technology Year Four Options Min points in Sports Science and Health | Physics | Coaching and Sport Policy and Planning | Adapted Physical Activity 473 Health Promotion: Policy, Planning and Internship Evaluation | Advanced Laboratory Year Two Techniques in Exercise and Sport Science | Yes Journal Club | Nutrition | Anatomy and Business Planning Functional Anatomy | Health and Fitness | Integrated Sport and Exercise Physiology | Genetics and Health | Sociology of Sport | Sport and Exercise Biomechanics | Sport Future Careers and Physical Activity Psychology  Gr aduates pursue a wide variety of careers Year Three Clinical Exercise Physiology | Adapted Physical Activity | Sport and Exercise In These Areas Biomechanics | Injury and Rehabilitation |  Biomechanics Coaching | Health Promotion | INTRA  Coa ching  Co nsultancy  Cor porate Wellness  Ex ercise and Chronic Illness  Ex ercise Rehabilitation  Ex ercise Testing  Hea lth Assessment  Hea lth Promotion  Me dicine  Occ upational Therapy  Pe rformance Analysis  Ph ysical Activity and Exercise Psychology  Ph ysiotherapy  Rese arch  Sp ort and Exercise Nutrition What Our Graduates Say  Sp orts Conditioning  Sp ort Psychology

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

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

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Future Careers  Ath letic Therapist and Trainer

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

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This four-year course is recognised by the Teaching Dr. Sarahjane Belton www.dcu.ie/DC205 IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION WITH BIOLOGY Council of Ireland for teaching PE and Biology School of Health and Human and Junior Cycle Science (see page 234 for further Performance details). T +353 (0) 1 700 7393 E [email protected]

School Placement Year Three CAO code(s) 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 Two, Three and Four. This gives you an Philosophical Perspectives on Education | opportunity to explore and clarify many Bioscience and Society | Plant Science | Cell Min points of the key issues you will encounter as a and Molecular Physiology | Pollution and 511 teacher. Biosphere | | Developmental Psychology and Individual Differences | Teaching What Will I Study? Strategies and Professional Preparation | Teaching and Learning in PE | School Year One Placement | Project Applied Studies in Athletics and Games | History and Sociology in PE and School Year Four Sports | Cell Biology and Biochemistry | Sport and Exercise Physiology | Adventure Physiology | Teaching HRA in PE | Motor Activities | Teaching and Assessing Senior Control and Learning | Microteaching and Cycle Biology | Curriculum Development Teaching Preparation | Microbiology and and Evaluation | Access, Disadvantage and Genetics | Practical Biology | Studies in Equality | Preparation and Professional Aesthetic Activities | Chemistry Development | School Placement | Research Methods | Project Year Two Applied Studies in Games, Aquatics and Gymnastics | Teaching and Assessing All students are required to complete an Junior Cycle Science | Microteaching and Outdoor Adventure Activities weekend over School Placement | School Placement | the course of the four-year period at a cost Athletics and Health Related Fitness | of approximately €100. Physics | Irish Education: History, Structure and Development | Physical Activity, Psychology and Motor Development | Programme Decisions and Policy in PE and Sports | Chemistry Laboratory Future Careers  Tea ching  Coa ching  Sp orts Development  Fu rther 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  Vo cational 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.  Sec ondary School  Com munity School William Coyne, BSc in Physical Education with Biology  Co mprehensive 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 modern course developed to meet the In addition to the general entry This course involves three strands – Physical changing needs of young people today requirements for admission to the Education, Mathematics and Education in relation to physical activity, exercise University (see page 208), the following Studies. and sport entry requirements apply: minimum of O1 or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O4 Physical Education ¬¬ A unique opportunity to study the or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, The physical education element of the human body and its role in physical Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural course has theoretical and practical activity, sport and health Science. aspects. The theoretical part involves ¬¬ A mixture of applied physical education the academic study of human movement classes, laboratories, lectures, tutorials Understanding: through subjects like psychology, and seminars Physical Education (PE) biomechanics (the science of movement) and sociology. The practical elements will ¬¬ A course supported by state-of-the-art Physical Education has an important enhance your teaching skills by engaging teaching and physiology, biomechanics influence on the long-term health of you in a range of competitive, aesthetic, and psychology laboratories our children. As such, it is an integral adventure, aquatic and artistic activities. part of the education process, one that ¬¬ A sma number of places reserved for promotes the physical, social, emotional elite sportspeople Mathematics and intellectual development of a child, You will learn the core elements of the ¬¬ Relatively small classes allow for as well as their attitude to activity, mathematics curriculum, including individual attention from high-quality learning and each other. This is embraced mathematics for the physical sciences, staff through involvement in games, health- linear mathematics, calculus, differential related fitness, aquatics, gymnastics, equations, numerical methods and dance, athletics and outdoor adventure About You abstract algebra. In addition, you will education. complete a number of modules focused on To succeed on this course you will need: how to teach mathematics content in post Physical Education with Mathematics primary schools. ¬¬ A passion for sport and exercise Mathematics is key to understanding the modern world, being necessary in areas as ¬¬ Evidence of past participation in, Education Studies diverse as international financial systems enjoyment of and an enthusiasm for This part of the course integrates and the use of statistics in sport. This involvement in sport and exercise educational theory and practice through makes the job of teaching mathematics ‘coaching rather than teaching’. This hugely important. As a graduate, you ¬¬ An analytical mind with a passion for involves group work, reflective diaries, will be qualified to teach PE and honours mathematics online reporting and reflection, case mathematics to Leaving Certificate level. studies and other problem-based learning ¬¬ A willingness to teach others and to help Both the PE and Mathematics elements approaches to the acquisition of the skills, them learn of this course have approval from the knowledge and mind-set necessary to Teaching Council of Ireland for registration ¬¬ An enthusiasm for learning and teach in a changing environment. understanding how others learn and as a post primary teacher. develop through good teaching School Placement Garda vetting has been introduced for To put all of this into practice and to students who have unsupervised access provide you with invaluable experience, to children and vulnerable adults as you will be placed in schools during Years part of their studies at DCU. Applicants Two, Three and Four. This gives you an must successfully pass the Garda vetting opportunity to explore and clarify many process in order to complete the process of of the key issues that will define you as a registration. teacher.

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This four-year course is recognised by the Dr. Sarahjane Belton www.dcu.ie/DC206 EDUCATION WITH MATHEMATICS PHYSICAL IN Teaching Council of Ireland for teaching PE and School of Health and Human Mathematics (see page 234 for further details). Performance T +353 (0) 1 700 7393 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Tea ching  Coa ching  Sp orts Development  Fu rther Education

In These Areas  Vo cational School  Sec ondary School  Com munity School  Co mprehensive School

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

Why DCU? Understanding: At the start of Year Three, you choose Science Education two subjects to specialise in (chemistry/ ¬¬ A direct route into post-primary physics, mathematics/physics or chemistry/ Mathematics, science and technology teaching upon completion of four year mathematics). You will be qualified to play vital roles in our day-to-day lives, so degree programme teach both of your two speciality subjects having an understanding of these subjects to honours Leaving Certificate level. ¬¬ Graduates obtain an Honours teaching is important for everyone. As a science/

qualification recognised by Teaching mathematics teacher, you will develop your In Year Four you will continue with your Council upon completion students’ understanding of the world in two chosen subjects. You will be qualified which we live and you will educate future ¬¬ School based placements organised to teach both of your two speciality generations of business people, scientists, in different school settings over latter subjects to honours Leaving Certificate engineers and technologists. You will help three years level. A quarter of the course is devoted to young minds develop and you will prepare education, particularly science education, them for an increasingly technological and ¬¬ Teacher education modules concurrent while the remainder focuses on two of information-based future. with science, mathematics and three subjects, physics, chemistry and technology modules mathematics, with additional courses You will also play a vital role in Ireland’s provided in biology and IT. ¬¬ Recognised to teach two Leaving economic recovery by teaching subjects

Certificate subjects - choose from that will be central to developing a In Year One, most science and mathematics chemistry, physics and mathematics scientifically, mathematically, and modules will be taken in common with other technologically literate citizenry and ¬¬ Recognised to teach Junior Cycle first-year sciences students. There are also a sustainable and successful future subjects - science and mathematics further specialist modules in mathematics for the country. Science Education will and education. Years Two and Three build give you a teaching qualification with a ¬¬ Strong STEM background for on this content and integrate science specialisation in two of chemistry, physics alternative career and mathematics with education, while and mathematics, and strong elements Year Four allows you to put it all together of information and communication for a semester in schools. A science or About You technology (ICT). mathematics education project is part of If you are enthusiastic about science Year Three. Teachers with this degree are highly skilled, and mathematics and want to share this motivated and are highly sought after in enthusiasm with young people, then this School Placement the second-level education system. course is the place to start. There are four important school placement periods over the duration of the course. Garda vetting has been introduced for Additional Requirements This allows you to work in real classrooms to students who have unsupervised access practice and develop the teaching skills you to children and vulnerable adults as In addition to the general entry have learnt in the course. In Year One, you part of their studies at DCU. Applicants requirements for admission to the teach small groups of students from local must successfully pass the Garda vetting University (see page 208), the following schools. In Year Two, you spend four weeks process in order to complete the process of entry requirements apply: minimum of O1 in post-primary schools, taking classes registration. or H6 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O4 up to Junior Certificate level. A further or H6 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, four week placement takes place in the Course Structure Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural September immediately preceding Year Science. You can specialise in any two subjects from Three. Finally, all of the second semester in chemistry, physics and mathematics. Years Year Four is spent taking junior and senior One and Two are common to all students. cycle classes in science, mathematics, In Year One, most science and mathematics physics and/or chemistry. modules will be taken in common with other first-year science students. There are also You will enjoy strong support from DCU further specialist modules in mathematics throughout your teaching assignments, and education. Years Two and Three build which makes it easier to go from being a on this content and integrate science and student to a professional teacher. mathematics with education.

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

What Will I Study? Year Three Options CAO code(s) Modules offered will be dependent on DC203 Year One chosen pathway. Microteaching and Teaching Preparation | Years See www.dcu.ie/DC203 Calculus | Chemistry | Physics | 4 Microbiology, Biochemistry and Genetics Year Four Min points ICT Teaching Strategies and Professional Year Two 433 Preparation | Curriculum Development Teaching and Assessing the 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 Four 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 Three Development Psychology and Individual Differences | Philosophical Perspectives on Education | School Placement

What Our Graduates Say

For me, the structure and content of Science Education at DCU, distributed teaching Future Careers placement along with co-development of subject and pedagogic knowledge, gave me an  Tea ching extensive skill set, and has enabled me to pursue a range of career opportunities. Within two years of living and working in Bahrain, I was teaching a new curriculum (A-level and  Te chnical Training in AP), in a different culture, in subjects both within and outside my specialism (Mathematics, Science-based Industries Physics, Chemistry and Biology) and to students at a range of different levels (primary:  Project Management 7-10 yr olds and secondary: 11-18 yr olds).  Ma nagement Research

Deirdre O’Neill, BSc Science Education In These Areas  Ind ustry The structure of this course is perfect for aspiring science teachers. You can study your preferred subjects in depth with great support from the lecturers. I had access to amazing  Vo cational School facilities, and I gained valuable teaching experience that prepared me for my career as a Secondary School teacher. Community School Comprehensive School David Murray, BSc Science Education Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future 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 within the field of psychology and in the where academic peer fora may be ¬¬ Small class sizes that allow for individual type of work they do, they all approach the established with support and advice from attention, delivered by a dynamic inter- study of psychology in a scientific way. academic staff provided. disciplinary, research-active lecturing team Course Structure The BSc in Psychology is accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland. ¬¬ Innovative teaching methodologies and The four-year BSc in Psychology course This ensures that the course meets the high levels of technical expertise and is structured to cover introductory to highest standards for undergraduate pre- support advanced levels of psychology across professional training in psychology. the five core pillars of undergraduate ¬¬ Student-centred learning philosophy training: developmental and lifespan that places major emphasis on gaining psychology; biological psychology and digital and transferrable skills neuropsychology; social psychology; ¬¬ High quality research laboratories and cognitive psychology and the psychology of research skills training supports individual differences.

A core focus running throughout the About You course is research literacy supported by You should possess very good verbal, a combination of practical and online written and interpersonal skills, be laboratory activities. flexible, hard-working and creative, with an enquiring mind and the ability to think Given our extensive networks with partner critically. hospitals/clinics, schools, industry and researchers, we are the first to lead out Additional Requirements in credited undergraduate psychology internships - our Year Three INTRA In addition to the general entry placement - in various fields including requirements for admission to the clinical and behavioural neuroscience; University (see page 208), the following organisational and corporate psychology; entry requirement apply: minimum of O4 or applied behaviour analysis etc. H6 in Mathematics. 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 Nursing and Human Sciences T +353 (0) 1 700 7421 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year Three CAO code(s) Working in Psychology | Cognition across DC208 Year One the Lifespan | Life-Span Development: Introduction to Psychology | Positive Years Adulthood | Psychology Research Skills 3 | Psychology | Child Development | 4 Computer Applications in Psychology Cognition | Critical Thinking and Academic Research | INTRA Min points Skills | Social Psychology | Biological Psychology 1 | Philosophy | Perception | 488 Year Three Options Psychology Research Skills 1 Internship ABA Across the Lifespan | Psychopharmacology | Psychology, Illness Yes Year One Options and Disability Introduction to Anthropology | Introduction to Marketing Year Four Psychological Health, Difficulties and Year Two Disorders | Social Psychology and Personality Psychology | Education Contemporary Issues | Theoretical Issues Psychology | Sport Psychology | Biological and Approaches | Neuropsychology | Psychology 2 | Organisational Psychology | Psychology Research Project Psychological Measurement and Assessment | Health Psychology | Year Four Options Experimental Analysis of Behaviour | Applied Psychology and Work | Behavioural Psychology Research Skills 2 Future Careers Neuroscience Methods | Psychoanalysis | Law and Neuroscience |  Fu rther study will lead to Year Two Options Crime and Psychology | Psychology of Society, Health and Illness | Introduction to Professional Psychologist Adolescence | Psychology of Self-Control | Human Resource Management | Science  Com munity Development Counselling and Psychology | Uaneen Non- Communication | Sexuality and Society | Officer Contributing Module (Optional) Industrial Relations | Freedom and Health  Careers Adviser  Health Promotion Officer  Youth Worker  Human Resource Officer What Our Graduates Say  Management  Researcher From day one, the warm welcome received from staff members and small class size meant  Data Analyst that our class became a close knit group very quickly and lecturers soon knew us all by name. The highlight of the four year course for me was the opportunity to take part in an INTRA placement in my third year. I had the chance to take the theory learned in class and In These Areas apply it to the real world. I can't speak highly enough of the DCU BSc in Psychology. It was  Community a truly engaging, rewarding and enjoyable experience. I would recommend that anyone  Business thinking of studying psychology in Ireland makes it their first choice.  Education Clare Bohan, BSc Psychology graduate, 2016  Healthcare  Sport  Clinical

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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 and psychological of ways and with regard to social contexts. To develop this understanding, we explore ¬¬ Explore a number of perspectives on ¬¬ A strong emphasis is placed on the following issues: health – biological, social, political, research inquiry into, and action on, key ethical, psychological contemporary health issues ¬¬ What kind of bodies are we supposed to ¬¬ Learn about and do health research. ¬¬ There is potential to focus on health have? How does this relate to the society issues of personal relevance and interest in which we live? ¬¬ Actively engage in health projects and to you campaigns ¬¬ What are the biological dimensions of ¬¬ You will have opportunities for health and illness? ¬¬ Develop your own ‘healthy qualities’. engagement in health action projects ¬¬ What determines the distribution of ¬¬ Examine particular health-related and campaigns locally, nationally and health within societies? issues such as ‘drugs in society’, ‘nutrition globally and health’ and ‘trauma and abuse in ¬¬ What are the varying forms of health ¬¬ You will work with a dynamic lecturing society’ action? team that has diverse health-related As part of the course, you will have expertise and experiences ¬¬ How is health influenced at various levels opportunities to engage in activities and – individual, community, societal and project work that you find personally global? About You relevant and interesting. With a particular ¬¬ What kinds of personal, social, political emphasis on health inquiry and action in You should be interested in health issues, and ethical issues are relevant to health the everyday world, you will participate and especially in the idea of health inquiry matters? in a voluntary community project in Year and action: in doing something to achieve One, design and implement a small health positive health outcomes. You should If you think these questions are interesting campaign (working with fellow students) be keen to work with others, ready to and that you would like to learn how to in Year Two, and conduct a Health Action challenge and to be challenged, and willing actively inquire into and engage in health Project as a final dissertation in Year Three. to work hard. action projects or campaigns, this course This final year project gives students the may be of interest to you. opportunity to study, plan and implement a Additional Requirements positive change in an area of health which is In addition to the general entry of specific interest to them. 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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Dr. Marcia Kirwan www.dcu.ie/DC209 SOCIETY HEALTH IN AND School of Nursing and Human Sciences T +353 (0) 1 700 6003 E [email protected]

Future Careers  Hea lthcare  Ov erseas Development  Com munity Development What Our Graduates Say  Vo luntary Sector  Adv ocacy This course enabled me to gain an in-depth knowledge of a broad range of health related  Fu rther Study topics, and how they are influenced by how and where we live and interact. We looked at issues such as our ageing society, drug use and misuse, physical and mental health, epidemiology and genetics. I had the opportunity to research and engage in a work In These Areas related project of personal interest. As such, I graduated as a well-informed, well-rounded  Fu rther study can lead to: and confident person, prepared for postgraduate study. Speech and Language Meadbh Keenan, BSc in Health and Society Graduate 2016, currently completing an MSc in Therapy or Occupational Occupational Therapy at the University of Cumbria. Therapy or Medicine  Hea lth Promotion  Pub lic 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 all practice the skills you have learned. nursing students, who throughout their training have supervised access to In Year Four you will spend 36 weeks on About You vulnerable population groups. Applicants an internship with local health service If you are a caring individual who feels must successfully pass the Garda vetting providers. During this time, you will gain that you can contribute to the wellbeing of process in order to complete the process of further practice-based learning while also others with intelligence, compassion and registration. taking formal assessments of practice enthusiasm, then you will do well in nursing. competencies. Mature Entry Additional Requirements What Will I Study? Mature candidates are assessed by the In addition to the general entry Nursing Careers Centre (NCC) of An Each year you will have the opportunity requirements for admission to the Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na to practice nursing in the clinical setting in University (see page 208), the following hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of your linked healthcare service. These are entry requirements apply: minimum of O6 Ireland, NMBI). called ‘Practice Placements’. During Years or H7 in Mathematics PLUS minimum of O6 Three and Four longer periods are spent or H7 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, For more information visit: on these practice placements. In Years Two Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural www.nursingcareers.ie and Three you will undertake specialist Science. or email: [email protected] to modules which relate to your specific request a copy of their nursing and careers chosen nursing discipline. The following Understanding: Nursing booklet. gives an outline of the other academic elements of the course. Nursing is the professional practice of All candidates are required to apply protection and promotion of health and through CAO, register with YEAR ONE (ALL NURSING STREAMS) independence, the prevention of illness, the www.publicjobs.ie and submit an online Personal and Professional Development facilitation of healing and the alleviation application form through PAS. | Core Nursing Skills | Psychology | of suffering through diagnosis and Sociology of Health and Illness | Caring and empirical treatment modalities. Nursing Course Structure Communication in Nursing | Understanding also involves acting as an advocate in the Body | Clinical Practice Placement the care of individuals, families, groups, The BSc in Nursing provides you with the communities and populations and assisting pre-registration education you will need to YEAR ONE STREAM SPECIALISMS individuals, families and groups in a qualify with one of the following awards: General Nursing | Understanding professional, caring and empathic manner. Intellectual Disability | Mental Health ¬¬ BSc in Nursing (General) Nursing | Children’s Nursing The degree aims to provide optimum ¬¬ BSc in Nursing (Children’s and General) clinical and academic learning YEAR ONE OPTIONS environments that stimulate and enable ¬¬ BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) (FOR GENERAL NURSING) students to become compassionate, ¬¬ BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) Skills for Success | Intercultural competent, safe, critically aware and Communication reflective nursing graduates. Professional You will also be eligible for professional competence is achieved through an registration with An Bord Altranais agus iterative process of skill acquisition and the Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and synthesis of knowledge. Midwifery Board of Ireland, NMBI).

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The Irish Nursing Qualification is recognised School Secretary www.dcu.ie/DC215 IN NURSING internationally and is a highly sought after School of Nursing and Human (General: standard and mature) qualification, so you will have the opportunity to Sciences 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 TWO (ALL NURSING STREAMS) CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL NURSING Personal and Professional Development | YEAR THREE 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 THREE OPTIONS (FOR GENERAL, MIN POINTS 420 GENERAL NURSING YEAR TWO 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 380 MENTAL HEALTH NURSING YEAR TWO Care Nursing Mental Health Nursing | Life Span Intellectual Disability Developmental Psychology | Physical YEAR FOUR (ALL NURSING STREAMS) CAO CODE DC217 Health and Illness Nursing Informatics, Management YEARS 4 and Leadership | Health Promotion in a MIN POINTS 366 INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY NURSING Multicultural Context | Research Enquiry | Children’s YEAR TWO Clinical Practice Placement and General Adulthood and Intellectual Disabilities | (Integrated) CAO CODE DC218 Children and Intellectual Disability GENERAL NURSING YEAR FOUR YEARS 4.5 General Nursing MIN POINTS 473 CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL NURSING YEAR TWO MENTAL HEALTH NURSING YEAR FOUR Principles of Caring for Specific Patients | Mental Health Nursing Caring for the Adult | Children’s Nursing INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY NURSING YEAR TWO OPTIONS (FOR GENERAL YEAR FOUR AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING) Contemporary Issues Culture, Health and Illness | Humanities and Health | Pain Management | Sexuality CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL NURSING YEAR FOUR and Sexual Health Future Careers Caring for a Child with Multisystem YEAR THREE (ALL NURSING STREAMS) Dysfunction | Provision of Care for  Ge neral Nurse Ethics in Nursing | Research and Nursing Children | General Nursing | Ethics in  Ch ildren’s Nurse Practice | Clinical Practice Placement Nursing  Men tal Health Nurse  Intellectual Disability GENERAL NURSING YEAR THREE CHILDREN’S AND GENERAL General Nursing NURSING YEAR FIVE Nurse Clinical Practice Placement  Co mmunity Nurse MENTAL HEALTH NURSING  Rese arch YEAR THREE Mental Health Nursing | Sociology of In These Areas Mental Health  Pub lic Health INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY NURSING  Private Hospital YEAR THREE  Hea lthcare Sector Nursing Individuals with Challenging  Occ upational Health Behaviour | Specialist Approaches in  Edu cation 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: Course Structure Children’s Nursing (Higher Diploma) ¬¬ Lecturers with vast experience in This one-year, full-time course will include children’s nursing practice, education The Higher Diploma in Children’s Nursing 12 weeks of lectures, 36 weeks of clinical and research is a one-year, full-time course designed to experience and four weeks’ holidays. All meet the needs of registered nurses who the lectures are delivered at DCU with a ¬¬ State-of-the-art clinical education wish to register as a Children’s Nurse (RCN) three week block at the beginning of the facilities or for those who are currently involved in course followed by two days per week block ¬¬ Diverse range of clinical placements the provision of care to children who do not release over a five week period in semester in partnership with Temple Street have a children’s nursing qualification. The one and a 12 week period in semester two. Children's University Hospital aim of the course is to ensure that students are equipped with the knowledge and skills Students will undertake the 36 weeks ¬¬ Friendly, supportive clinical and necessary to practice as a competent and clinical practice within the clinical educational environment professional registered children’s nurse. It is environment in Temple Street, Children’s ¬¬ Online environment that enables delivered at Level 8 National Qualifications University Hospital, attending partner students to access electronic teaching Authority in Ireland (NQAI, 2005). services for specialist placements. The and learning materials 36 weeks will be divided into two practice The course is designed to enhance the modules and will include four weeks knowledge and skills that have been holidays at a specified time. For the About You developed during pre-registration duration of the course, students will be Applicants must: and post-registration nurse education employees of Temple Street, Children’s and through experience as a qualified University Hospital, Temple Street, ¬¬ Be a registered nurse or eligible to practitioner. Students will be encouraged Dublin 1. register with An Bord Altranais agus to take responsibility for their own learning Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and to integrate the theory of children’s Upon completion of the course, students and Midwifery Board of Ireland, nursing with practical experiences in the will be eligible to register with An Bord NMBI) as a Registered General Nurse, clinical environment. The Higher Diploma in Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na a Registered Psychiatric Nurse or a Children’s Nursing course aims to prepare hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Registered Intellectual Disability Nurse, nurses to be innovators, to think critically Ireland) as a Registered Children’s Nurse and and creatively and to have well-developed (RCN). decision-making and problem-solving ¬¬ Hold a Diploma in Nursing or judged skills. It also aims to foster skills for equivalent. Applicants who do not lifelong learning, as this course places an hold a Diploma in Nursing (or judged emphasis on the personal and professional equivalent) will have their prior certified development of each student. learned assessed through a system of Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

¬¬ Possess at least six months post- registration clinical nursing experience

88 HIGHER HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING CHILDREN’S Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Applicants who do not have a Diploma in Nursing School Secretary www.dcu.ie/prcn (or judged equivalent) will have their prior certified School of Nursing and Human Sciences

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Temple Street, Children’s ULL-TIME University Hospital Temple Street, Dublin 1 T +353 (0) 1 878 4739

Year One How to Apply CAO code(s) Children’s Nursing | Children with All applications should be sent to the N/A Healthcare Needs | Researching Child Human Resources Department, Temple Years Health | Children with Complex Healthcare Street, Children’s University Hospital, 1 (full-time) Needs | Professional and Contemporary Temple 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  Ge neral Nurse  Ch ildren’s Nurse  Co mmunity Nurse  Rese arch

In These Areas  Pub lic Hospital  Private Hospital  Hea lthcare Sector  Occ upational Health  Edu cation

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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

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

90 CERTIFICATE 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 and Human the course webpage and completed Sciences forms should be sent to: Admissions T +353 (0) 1 700 8521 Office, Registry, Dublin City E [email protected] University, Dublin 9.

PA RT-TIME

CAO code(s) N/A

Months 18 (part-time)

What Will I Study? Year Two Health, Illness, Addiction and Year One 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  Su pport 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.  Adv ocacy  Ou treach Nigel Mulligan, Coordinator of Intensive Supports Service  Fu rther Study

In These Areas  Hea lthcare 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  Hom eless 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 ¬¬ HSE infrastructure, policy and Mental Health professional practice guidelines that ¬¬ Only accredited award course in Ireland apply to all mental health workers in in Peer Support Working This course will help you enhance your mental health services existing strengths and skills so you ¬¬ Established standard for Peer Support can make a greater impact in your ¬¬ The historical context of evolving Workers employed in the Health Service role. You will examine the latest trends mental health policy and practice in Executive, (HSE) and developments nationally and relation to diverse models applied to ¬¬ Innovative teaching methodologies internationally in recovery orientated mental health difficulties and service/ place students’ needs at the core of mental health practice, explore the professional response teaching and learning activity historical, statutory and policy framework ¬¬ Recovery in relation to contemporary in which the Irish Mental Health Service ¬¬ Course assessments involve critical mental health care and national and operates within, understand the core thinking and reflection international standards for the rights of principles, competencies and practices of people with disability and mental health ¬¬ Assignments are transformatory and peer support working and the principles and their families applicable to the workplace of the individualised nature of recovery and a person centred approach, engage in ¬¬ Variety of underpinning philosophies of reflective practice, supervision and support psychology, sociology and community About You structures to maintain fidelity to the role of development in relation to self and If you currently work in a peer support professional peer support working. group systems worker role or a family peer support worker ¬¬ Styles of leadership in relation to role in the area of mental health this course The philosophy of the course is underpinned individual abilities and competencies in will help develop your knowledge and skills by; intentional emancipatory education; judgement and decision making in order to develop your practice as peer utilisation of lived experience; a facilitated support workers in mental health inpatient (as opposed to didactic) learning process; ¬¬ Interpersonal and leadership skills and and community settings. and the pursuit of practical wisdom. The processes and propose solutions that pedagogical approach is ‘co-operative are effective in groups and community Additional Requirements learning’, one that has been developing in engagement the School since 2007. ¬¬ Peer Support Workers will have a ¬¬ Effectiveness of community resources previous history of mental health in relation to self and community Course Structure problems and be in recovery or development recovered. Family Peer Support Workers The Certificate consists of three modules ¬¬ The responsibility of the individual will have experience of supporting delivered on a part-time basis over two and group in supporting/facilitating someone with mental health problems semesters. The course involves attendance community learning and development in two-day blocks during the semester (16 In addition to ‘expertise by experience’ and days in total) and ten days on-line work. ‘family supporter experience’ there are a number of entry criteria: Students study the following topics:

¬¬ Evidence of critical thinking, literacy, ¬¬ Models of peer support and practice communication/writing skills at skills conducive to the facilitation of National Framework Qualifications, support and recovery for people with (NFQ) Level 5. This can be in the form mental health problems and their family of formal qualifications (e.g. Leaving members Certificate) or the equivalent ¬¬ Multidisciplinary roles and functions in ¬¬ Applicants who do not have formal mental health services provision and NFQ Level 5 qualifications they will be potential place of peer support workers assessed through Recognition of Prior in this system Learning, (RPL)

92 PART MENTALIN HEALTH CERTIFICATE IN PEER SUPPORT WORKING Contact Details Visit Us Online Martha Griffin www.dcu.ie/DC762

School of Nursing and Human T Sciences IME T +353 (0) 1 700 7861

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What Will I Study? CAO code(s) N/A Year One Personal Growth and Community Years Engagement | Peer Support Practice | Peer 1 (part-time) Support in Mental Health Points N/A

What Our Graduates Say Future Careers

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

Graduate and Peer Support Worker  Hea lthcare Services  Edu cation  Men tal Health Advocacy  Re covery Services

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93 Faculty of Science and Health Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC127 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics First two years only DC126 BSc in Actuarial Mathematics Four years 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 One. Transfer students may be exempt from certain modules.

cao code course title duration DC161 BSc in Analytical Science Four years DC162 BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Four years 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 or Agricultural 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 Two if the relevant Programme Boards are satisfied that the candidate has achieved an appropriate standard in the major subjects covered in Year One. Direct entry into Year Three 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 DC167 BSc in Physics with Astronomy Four years DC171 BSc in Applied Physics Four years 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 or Applied Mathematics 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 Holders of Higher Certificate/National Certificates or Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diplomas with Merit or Distinction may be admitted into Year Two if the relevant Programme Boards are satisfied that the candidate has achieved an appropriate standard in the major subjects covered in Year One. Direct entry into Year Three 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.

cao code course title duration DC173 BSc in Physics with Biomedical Sciences Four years subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O3 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of minimum of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Applied Mathematics GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B Mathematics and GCE A Level C or GCE AS Level B 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 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.

95 Faculty of Science and Health Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC166 BSc in Environmental Science and Technology Four years DC201 Common Entry into Science First year 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 or Agricultural 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 Registry 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 DC202 BSc Sport Science and Health Four years 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.

96 FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration DC203 BSc in Science Education Four years DC206 BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics Four years 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 or GCSE B in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science other entry paths QQI Level 5 DC203: 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 DC206: No Entry Path Transfer Applications DC203: 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. DC206: 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 One 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 One 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 DC204 BSc in Athletic Therapy and Training Four years DC205 BSc in Physical Education with Biology Four years 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 One 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 One 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. 97 Faculty of Science and Health Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC168 BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology Four years 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 or Agricultural 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 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 DC181 BSc in Biotechnology Four years 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 or Agricultural 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 Certificates/National Certificates or Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diplomas with Merit or Distinction may be admitted into Year Two. Because of the special nature of the Year Two of the course, which has Process Engineering as a major component, candidates cannot be considered for direct entry into Year Three. 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.

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cao code course title duration DC208 BSc in Psychology Four years 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 DC209 BSc in Health and Society Three years 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 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 One 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.

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cao code course title duration DC215 BSc in Nursing (General) Four years DC216 BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) Four years DC217 BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) Four years DC218 BSc in Nursing (Children’s and General, Integrated) Four-and-a-half years 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 OR 5N2746 Biology Transfer Applications Applications for entry to Year One 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.

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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 1st 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 1st 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. Complete and submit the online application form between 1st February and 21st February, 2019. If you have not received a confirmation email from the PAS within 24 hours of submitting your application you should phone 01-8587730.

• 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 88) • Certificate in Peer Support Working in Mental Health (part-time) (see page 90)

101 104 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours

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 agus Iriseoireacht [Irish and Journalism (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 offers an expanded range of traditional liberal arts disciplines, which are a strong complement to DCU’s own traditions. This has enabled the Faculty to offer 14 different subjects on its Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours course and to bring new

areas of expertise to its taught and research programmes.

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 ¬¬ 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 ¬¬ Large, exciting choice of subjects the local through to the global ¬¬ Gaeilge ¬¬ Engage with internationally recognised ¬¬ History ¬¬ Geography lecturers in their area of expertise You will explore how human beings ¬¬ History conduct themselves grounded on a close ¬¬ Become an independent and creative examination of how they have behaved thinker ¬¬ Human Development – this subject is in the past in all spheres of the world but offered only on DC009 ¬¬ Opportunity to study abroad at one of with a particular emphasis on Ireland our international partner institutions ¬¬ International Languages (French, ¬¬ Human Development (DC009 only) German, Spanish) ¬¬ Become a graduate with in-depth You will develop an understanding of knowledge of your chosen subjects and ¬¬ Law human needs and capacities at crucial a range of transferable skills stages of the development process ¬¬ Media Studies through your studies of Psychology, ¬¬ Music (restricted entry) – this subject is Sociology and Philosophy About You offered only on DC009 ¬¬ International Languages Ever wanted to know how the world around ¬¬ Philosophy – this subject is offered only (French, German, Spanish) you has been shaped, how it really works? on DC009 You will acquire proficiency in your This three or four-year course gives you the chosen language and learn about opportunity to work in knowledge-areas ¬¬ Politics culture, film, literary traditions and that address these kinds of questions, and ¬¬ Theology and Religious Studies intercultural communication that will allow you to achieve the academic and personal satisfaction that is so crucial ¬¬ Law to third-level study. If you have an interest Each subject area of the Bachelor of Arts You will learn about constitutional in the world around you and modern will provide you with the opportunity and criminal law, about property and society, this course will certainly appeal to to gain an in-depth knowledge and European law and the law of evidence you. understanding of a particular academic ¬¬ Media Studies discipline (see pages 106-113 for an You will learn about communication Additional Requirements explanation of each subject area). theory, the history of the media, film In addition to the general entry theory and press and public relations This degree will prepare you for a requirements for admission to the and develop a thorough understanding variety of careers while also providing University (see page 208), specific entry of the role media play in society a solid foundation for further study at requirements apply to certain subjects, postgraduate level. ¬¬ Music (DC009 only) (see page 220). You will engage with a broad range of Course Structure musicological topics and approaches, Understanding: and further develop your musicality Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours ¬¬ English through performance and composition You will engage with a wide range of This degree draws on DCU's strengths literature and become familiar with the ¬¬ Philosophy (DC009 only) in Humanities and Social Sciences while vital characteristics and contexts of You will critically engage with a range giving you the choice of what you want to drama, poetry, film and fiction of questions about issues such as truth, study from a unique range of subjects. You beauty, value, knowledge, and the will acquire a critical perspective on areas ¬¬ Gaeilge nature of reality. In doing so, you will central to contemporary society and you You will develop and enhance your develop enhanced skills in clear analysis will have the opportunity to develop a high language skills as well as learning about and rigorous argumentation level of competence in an international Irish literature, culture and tradition and language or Irish. a range of modern digital approaches to the study of Irish

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¬¬ Politics Study Abroad You will learn about the Irish, European and CAO code(s) Most subjects will offer you the opportunity American political systems, international DC009 to avail of a year-long study abroad option. relations and the politics of the United Please note the study abroad option is based Years Nations on merit and you will need to fulfil criteria to 3 or 4 (depending on options

¬¬ Theology and Religious Studies undertake study abroad. year abroad or You will closely analyse ancient and modern internship) texts, explore ethical issues, and develop Internship Year insights into cultural and religious diversity, Min points You can opt to apply for a year-long INTRA as part of the academic study of religion 356 work placement in Year Three. This will give You will study your chosen subjects through you a unique opportunity to enhance your CV, Places seminars, lectures, workshops, tutorials, small increase your employability and experience 250 group settings and some online learning, so the relevance of your study in the real world. you will have lots of opportunities to get to This option is competitive and subject to know your fellow students. As you progress the availability of placements. For more through the course, you will develop excellent information on the INTRA programme at research, writing and presentation skills. DCU, please visit www.dcu.ie/intra CAO code(s) DC291, DC292, DC293, DC295

Humanities (DC009) Politics (DC295) Years Select two subjects: Select Politics + One other subject from: 3 or 4 (depending on options Up to two permitted from English | Gaeilge Geography | History | Law | Theology and year abroad or Religious Studies internship) Only one permitted from Human Development | Philosophy Min points Additional Notes DC291 354 Only one permitted from History | Music ¬¬ Subjects are studied for three or four years DC292 351 Only one permitted from Geography | depending on whether students avail of the DC293 358 Theology and Religious Studies year-long study abroad or Internship Year DC295 350

¬¬ Gaeilge is offered at intermediate level Places Media Studies (DC291) ¬¬ International Languages includes: French, 100 Select Media Studies + One other German or Spanish (intermediate level subject from: only) English | International Languages | Politics ¬¬ Entry to Music is subject to a pre- registration assessment in the rudiments Law (DC292) of music (theory and aural test) to indicate suitability for the course. Dates for these Select Law + One other subject from: tests will be communicated on our website: History | International Languages | Media www.dcu.ie/arts Studies Future Study

International Languages (DC293) Having completed the BA (Joint Honours) degree, students are eligible to complete Select International Languages + a Master’s degree in the subject studied One other subject from: as well as to undertake Master’s studies in Gaeilge | Politics related fields such as education, international relations, translation, journalism, advertising, public relations, conducting, environmental science and film and television production. 105 Bachelor of Arts : Joint Honours Indicative modules on offer in each

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

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

107 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Indicative modules on offer in each

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

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Year Two 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)

Optional Study Abroad / Internship A Future Career

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

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

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What Will I Study? Year Two Law German Language | German Translation Year One 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 infuences, and is Contemporary Cultural Debates Optional Study Abroad / Internship infuenced by, a diverse range of social forces. In addition to learning core legal Year Two Final Year rules and principles, you will also learn to French Language | French Literature and German Language | German Language refect critically on how these are shaped Film | French Translation Practice | French and Culture | German Literature and and developed and on the role the law Fantasy Literature | Textual Studies Society | Sexualities, Languages and plays in the regulation of social systems. Societies | German Intermediate Oral Skills Through the innovative teaching and Optional Study Abroad / Internship learning 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 One 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 on Year Two and several other major international a linguistic and cultural journey not only Criminal Law 1 and 2 | Law of Contract | organisations, it is used on a world stage, through Germany, Europe’s most populous EU Law | Advanced EU Law | Advanced and also provides a gateway to the vibrant country, but also the other lands where Contract Law cultures and emerging economies of Latin German is an official language, such as America. Austria and Switzerland. As the most Optional Study Abroad / Internship widely spoken native language in Europe, What Will I Study? and the language of one of the world’s Final Year largest economies, the opportunities to Year One Property Law 1 and 2 | Company Law 1 | use German for business and pleasure are Spanish Language | Spanish Society Trusts Law | Company Law 2 | International boundless. And given their position at the and Literature | Language, Culture Human Rights Law centre of a Europe in fux, there has never and International Communication | been a more interesting time to learn about Contemporary Cultural Debates A Future Career German-speaking societies. This subject offers you a route into a legal Year Two career. If you choose law as a subject, you What Will I Study? Spanish Language | Spanish for are entitled to sit the Law Society’s entrance International Business | Spanish Literature Year One examinations (FE1s). Most of the subjects and Film | Spanish Translation Practice | German Language | German Society taken in the legal option are the same Textual Studies and Literature | Language, Culture as those examined in the Law Society’s and International Communication | entrance examination. There is some subject Optional Study Abroad / Internship Contemporary Cultural Debates overlap with the Bar Council examinations. But to pursue a career as a barrister, you Final Year will first need to successfully complete the Spanish Language | Spanish Language and King’s Inn diploma course in order to qualify Culture | Latin America: Society Literature to sit the King’s Inns entrance examinations and Culture | Sexualities, Languages and proper. The skills you develop will also stand Society | Spanish Oral Skills to you in a range of future careers outside the legal profession. 110 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BACHELORS OF ARTS: JOINT HONOURS Additional Information Contact Details for Visit Us Online Please see page 219 for information on DC009 and DC291, DC292, www.dcu.ie/arts estimated costs and financial support available DC293, DC295 if part of your course requires you to study Dr. Susan Hegarty abroad. E [email protected]

Media Studies Music - restricted entry (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 knowledge and theoretical foundations This course is designed for students who wish required to understand and analyse the role to build on their knowledge and experience of played by mass media in modern society. Music, and is situated in a vibrant School that You will learn how individuals are shaped performs a key role in the cultural and social by culture, about the social and economic life of the University and the wider community. pressures on media organisations, and the way mass media are used by government, Studying Music will enable you to develop your corporations and others to infuence us as musicality and deepen your understanding of citizens and as consumers. You will study how the subject from a range of musicological and audiences receive and interpret messages, cultural perspectives. You will gain knowledge and about the different uses of print, film, and understanding of classical, traditional, radio, TV and the internet. You will engage popular and other music styles, drawing on in the current debate about how social a range of practical, analytical and critical media may radically change the relationship approaches. You will engage systematically between individuals and political-commercial with the practice and development of skills power structures. and techniques in music writing/composition, music listening and music technology. What Will I Study? You will partake in ongoing studies on an Year One instrument and/or voice and participate in Introduction to Communication Studies | choral and/or other group musical activities. History and Structure of the Media | Analysing You will also engage with modules that Media Content | Cultural Studies explore music in contexts of human experience and culture. Year Two Media Audiences | Media and Power | Social What Will I Study? Media in Everyday Life | Film History and Theory The course involves core modules over each of the three years in music writing/composition, Optional Study Abroad / Internship performance and musicology. You will also take modules in music technology, music Final Year theory, solfège/aural training, conducting, Media Law | Media, Religion and Society | ethnomusicology and interdisciplinary music Press and Public Relations | Communication, studies. During your final year you will be Media and Cultural Diversity | Science, guided towards a dissertation based on a Technology and Society | Television Drama music topic of your choice.

A Future Career Year One Performance / Participation in Music 1 | There are many exciting employment Composition, Theory and Applied Techniques opportunities in the public and private sectors. 1 | Topics in Musicology 1 | Composition, These include work in media and independent Theory and Applied Techniques 2 | Topics in production companies, advertising, public Musicology 2 relations, market research, publishing, event management, arts administration, government services and local administration. The degree also provides a strong foundation for further study.

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Year Two Historically grounded and global in extent, Politics Performance / Participation in Music philosophy at DCU is also distinct for its Why is this subject for me? 2 | Composition, Theory and Applied ‘practical’ emphasis, and provides focused Techniques 3 | Topics in Musicology attention to important ethical and moral Studying politics at DCU will allow you 3 | Composition, Theory and Applied debates in each year of study. to understand and engage with decision Techniques 4 | Topics in Musicology 4 making at the national, regional and What Will I Study? global levels. As a student of politics at Optional Study Abroad / Internship DCU, you will study areas as diverse as Year One counter-terrorism, the European Union, the Introduction to Philosophy: Central Issues Final Year United States of America, international and Questions | Introduction to Ethics | [Some of these modules are optional, so political economy, the Middle East and Introduction to Political Philosophy | you can choose what you might like to development, to name just a few. The Reason, Argument, Analysis: Introduction specialise in] Performance/ Participation in school is a leading centre for the study to Logic | Knowledge, Belief, Scepticism: Music 3 | Musicological Research | of politics and international relations in Introduction to Epistemology | Texts 1 Composition, Theory and Applied Ireland, and you will benefit from the skills Techniques 5 | Topics in Musicology and experience of a dedicated, supportive Year Two 5 | Composition, Theory and Applied and highly qualified academic team. Aesthetics | Irish Philosophy | Metaphysics: Techniques 6 | Topics in Musicology 6 | An Historical Introduction | Philosophy of Choral Studies/Conducting What Will I Study? Religion | Environmental Ethics and Global Moral Issues | Texts 2 Year One A Future Career Introduction to Politics | Introduction to Typical career opportunities for music Optional Study Abroad / Internship International Relations and Security | graduates include those in broadcast and Research Methods | Introduction to online media, arts organisation, post- Year Three European Integration | American Political primary, primary and instrumental/vocal Research Paper | Global Voices in System | Introduction to Development teaching, and performing/conducting. Philosophy | Bioethics | Topics in Continental Philosophy | Topics in Feminist Year Two Philosophy | Texts 3 The Irish Political System | Confict Security Philosophy and Peace | America and the Wider World | (this subject is offered only on DC009) A Future Career The Politics of the International Political Economy Why is this subject for me? Employees value the skills in analysis and clear communication with which philosophy Philosophy provides foundations for so Optional Study Abroad / Internship can provide students. Typical graduate much of humanity’s intellectual endeavour. career paths include: teaching, journalism, Questions and issues regarding coherence, Final Year academia, public administration, public identity, meaning and value, for example, Contemporary Politics of the Middle East relations, arts administration, human arise continuously across disciplines and and North Africa | Post Soviet Politics | rights bodies, and legal affairs. practices – but it is philosophy that gives Political Terrorism | Issues in European a systematic and historically informed Integration | Unrecognised States in the analysis of the ‘first principles’ involved in International System | Political Leadership such consideration. Students of philosophy engage with a wide variety of foundational A Future Career topics and issues, and become participants Our graduates have gone on to work in the great adventure of human thought in international NGOs and European about, for example, the nature of the self, institutions, as well as in the public and the status of the good, the reliability of private sectors in Ireland and abroad. knowledge, the best political state, or how Politics at DCU will equip you with the skills we might understand beauty. to become both a critically engaged citizen 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 DC009 and DC291, DC292, www.dcu.ie/arts estimated costs and financial support available DC293, DC295 if part of your course requires you to study Dr. Susan Hegarty abroad. E [email protected]

Theology and Religious Studies Optional Study Abroad / Internship

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, Theology and Religious Introduction to Classical Arabic | Introduction Studies will help you critically engage with to Biblical Hebrew | Introduction to Koine these kinds of perennial questions, closely Greek analyse ancient and modern texts and develop insights into cultural and religious A Future Career diversity. It will do so through a variety of Theology and Religious Studies graduates exciting modules covering a broad range are working in various areas of professional of subjects from the Hebrew, Christian and activity including teaching, lecturing and Islamic Scriptures to key thinkers in Western adult education, pastoral work, journalism, and Islamic philosophy, from systematic communications, politics and social sciences, theology to ethics, from world religions to European and International religious gender theories. You will have the opportunity agencies, voluntary and community to engage with the wider community beyond organisations, social justice and human rights the University through service-learning bodies, development work and research. placements with social justice organisations, Please note that in some areas a relevant including working with people who are postgraduate qualification may be required. homeless and refugees. The study of Theology and Religious Studies 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 ¬¬ The BA in Communication Studies at The purpose of the course is to help you and self-confidence to work alone. At this DCU is a tested way of exploring the understand contemporary communication stage, you may not know what career world of communication while also theory and practice. In other words, how interests you most and Communication learning the basics of media production communication works and how it affects Studies is designed to show you the world of daily life. The course is structured around ¬¬ The course offers you a combination communications to help you decide. four key elements: foundation modules, of academic and media production core modules, production modules and modules, informed by a theoretical Additional Requirements optional modules. understanding of communication, In addition to the general entry media and society, as well as best requirements for admission to the The foundation modules in Year One practice in media production University (see page 208), the following provide a basic grounding in the disciplines ¬¬ It is the longest-running undergraduate entry requirements apply: minimum of H4 you will need for more advanced work in degree of its type in Ireland, with a in English. later years. Core modules in Years Two reputation for academic and creative and Three help you develop a critical excellence Understanding: Communications awareness of developments in the areas of communication, media and cultural studies. ¬¬ Our teaching staff possess a broad Think of the many ways in which we range of professional experience communicate: we communicate with each The production modules ensure that you developed within the fields of electronic other (inter-personal communication); develop skills in audio, video, imaging and and print media as well as in academic and companies and public bodies use communication/presentation skills. With research and teaching communications to operate effectively your optional modules, you will develop (organisational communication) and to ¬¬ Our graduates are employed in expertise in a number of key areas that interact with the public (public relations, key positions in private and public refect your particular aptitudes and advertising, information campaigns). Then communication institutions in Ireland aspirations. The optional (non-production) there’s the media. Be it news and current and abroad Research Project in the final year is a piece affairs or entertainment, communications of original academic work. inform us and help us to understand so About You much of what goes on around us. The BA in Communication Studies will give you You have a strong interest in people, the a thorough understanding of the role arts and the media. You are creative communications play locally, nationally or very curious about how the world of and internationally by teaching you how to communications works. You want a degree think critically about them in their various that teaches you not only how to think forms. It will also develop your creative, critically about the world but allows you analytical and problem-solving skills to take practice-based modules that will through the course’s production-based ensure you are a multi-skilled and fexible modules. graduate.

If you are enrolling as a mature student, you will have an interest in communications and the sort of life experience that will enable you to contribute as much to the course as you will get from it.

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 Two CAO code(s)

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

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

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115 BA in Journalism Help people understand the world!

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

The BA in Journalism is an ideal course for any motivated student wishing to purse a In These Areas career in media, whether in print, online, radio or television. The diverse range of modules teaches students the history of journalism and the modern skills needed in today's media  Newspapers workplace such as news gathering, fact-checking, presenting, audio production and  Magazine feature writing.  Radio  TV Aaron Gallagher, BA in Journalism  On-line  Pu blic Relations and

The course covers both the theory and practical side of journalism. By the time you finish, Strategic Communication you have a portfolio of work, and the print, audio and video skills to get you started in the  Public Service professional world of journalism. Lecturers encourage you to get involved in journalism  Cor porate 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 newsroom. 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 are present in the expressive arts, and in public ¬¬ Our teaching staff are experts in the The BSc in Multimedia at DCU is a and private spaces where we interact with analysis and creation of a variety of programme for those who are creative, information. DCU’s BSc in Multimedia media forms, drawing on their extensive enquiring, and interested in the creation equips you to critically analyse these experience in research and industry of engaging and interactive media interactions and to create excellent original experiences. Our graduates are highly ¬¬ Staff of the programme are actively ones, grounded in a solid understanding of successful designers, developers, artists, engaged in contemporary creative relevant theory and design. educators, entrepreneurs, and scholars. media practice and production, and If, like them, you are intrigued by the contribute to internationally recognised Course Structure relationship we have to media and digital research in this field technologies in our lives, and want For students who demonstrate an ¬¬ DCU’s BSc in Multimedia was the first to explore, improve and expand that interest and competence in the field, your of its type in Ireland, and has retained relationship, this is the course for you. degree course focuses on the conceptual and built upon its record of excellence. Our programme does not require that you and creative dimensions as well as the Graduates of the programme work have existing skills or practical experience technological aspects of multimedia. You at the highest levels in their fields and in the analysis or design of media. will develop an understanding of theory contribute to a recognition by employers You should enjoy working with digital relevant to digital media, including issues of of the value of this course technologies, and be interested in problem content and form, and the relationship of solving, creative expression, and working in media to society. ¬¬ Students on the BSc in Multimedia focused team-based projects. The degree’s get to shape their degree. Students modules will introduce you to a variety of You will acquire a command of the concepts choose to specialise in key areas of core skills from which you can build and and practices in digital text, image and their interest, having had exposure specialise. sound manipulation, and multimedia to a wide variety of ideas and regular authoring. In this way, you will be equipped engagement with creative media If you are coming to us as a mature student, to contribute to multimedia product production you will have an interest in digital and development and to manage a diverse ¬¬ The programme is regularly reviewed media technologies. Your experience and range of multimedia projects. and updated to ensure its relevance to enthusiasm for these areas will allow you to contemporary and emerging media contribute to a team-focused course that is Substantial variation is possible in forms and practice, allowing students focused on the creative industries. the specialisms students will leave the to enter an interesting and dynamic programme with, based on their choice industry with highly current and Additional Requirements of optional modules. Paths through the competitive skills and learning programme might emphasise digital In addition to the general entry imaging and graphic design skills, requirements for admission to the application and interface building, or University (see page 208), the following project management and media law; these entry requirements apply: minimum of H4 optional components allow you to build in English. upon the strengths you discover in Year One. Understanding: Multimedia Project work is a vital part of this degree Contemporary and emerging digital media and you will be set numerous individual technologies are increasingly central to and group projects throughout Years One, our everyday lives. These technologies Two and Three. These all contribute to your are widely used for the creation, display overall grade. and interaction of content we engage with regularly from education to work, to entertainment, to news reporting.

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

CAO code(s) DC133

Years 3

Min points 410

Places 70

Future Careers What Will I Study? Optional Modules Audio | Imaging and Design 2 | Interactive  Visu al Designer The following list includes optional Applications | Scriptwriting | Physical  Web Developer modules: Computing | Animation | Media Spaces | Interaction Designer Analysing Advertising | Film History and Year One  Ani mator Theory Introduction to Social Studies | Sound  So und Designer Production | Imaging and Design | Year Three  VF X Artist Multimedia Studies | Information Design | Project Development | Emerging Media |  Digital Project Planner Responsive Media | Digital Video | Writing Best Practice | Major Project  Vid eo Editor for Media | Psychology, Media and Creativity Optional Modules In These Areas Media, Religion and Society | Media Law | Year Two Press and Public Relations | Uaneen (extra  Inte raction Design New Media and Society | Critical Praxis | curricular contribution) | Uaneen (non- Consultancy Interaction Design | Media Art | Video Post- contributing module) | Major Group Project Production  Digital Media Agency OR Major Project Dissertation  We b and App Design Agency  Broadcast Production – TV and Film  Ad vertising Agency What Our Graduates Say  So cial Media  Ga mes Development Since leaving DCU, with the skills I have learned from the Multimedia course, I have been  E-Commerce able to work confidently in the graphic design, film, theatre, motion graphics and even web design industries. Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field Maria Mulhall, BSc in Multimedia

119 BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation Develop an interest in how culture and society shape our world!

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

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]

Culture and Society | Contemporary Intercultural Business Communication | Cultural Debates | Personal Leadership Sexualities, Languages and Societies | Post- for University and Life | Interculturalism in Soviet Politics | Contemp. Politics of the M. Practice | Introduction to Modern Ireland | Future Careers East and N. Africa | U.S. Interventions in Introduction to Politics | Introduction to Global Politics | Political Terrorism | Issues  Med ia and International Relations and Security in European Integration | Dissertation | Communications Uaneen - Contributing Module | Uaneen Year Two Specialist Non-Contributing Module New Media and Society | Journalism  Po litical Advisor History | Ireland, Sex and Text | Applied  Dip lomat Optional Modules are chosen subject to Ethics | Effecting Social Change: Social timetabling constraints.  Strategic Planning Innovation | The Making of Contemporary Executive Europe | America and the wider World |  Foreign Policy | Theoretical Approaches to Innovation Manager International Politics  So cial Entrepreneur  Trainer and Educator Optional Study Abroad / Internship In These Areas Final Year Creativity and the Emerging Future | Issues  Digital and Traditional in Multiculturalism Media  Pu blic Relations  Mark eting  Pol itics  Po licy Development  Go vernment and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)  Str ategic Consultancy  So cial Entrepreneurship  Cr eative and Cultural Industries

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121 BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies Gain competency in foreign languages and embrace Translation Studies!

Why DCU? Additional Requirements You will select from language choices in French, German, Spanish, Japanese and ¬¬ Allows you to reach a high level of In addition to the general entry Chinese as well as foundation modules in proficiency in two languages and to requirements for admission to the linguistics and translation studies. You will apply your knowledge of languages and University (see page 208), the following take either two intermediate languages, cultures in professional, academic and entry requirements apply: minimum of H4 or one intermediate and one beginner level social contexts in French, German or Spanish. language. ¬¬ Offers both cutting-edge and Understanding: traditional language combinations to Please note that Chinese and Japanese Applied Language and Translation get students ready for a global world are offered at beginner level only (students Studies with Leaving Certificate Japanese take two ¬¬ Offers unusual language combinations This degree explores the principles intermediate Japanese modules in Year as well as more traditional ones underlying language, culture, translation One). French is offered at intermediate ¬¬ Introduces students to a broad range and intercultural communication. You will level only. German and Spanish can be of subjects in Language Studies and gain knowledge of specific cultures and taken at either intermediate or beginner Translation Studies develop high levels of competence in levels. two foreign languages (French, German, ¬¬ Normally includes a year of study at a Spanish, Chinese or Japanese). On this Year Aborad partner university abroad* course, you have the opportunity to * Year Three is normally spent studying ¬¬ Responds to national and international study languages in combinations that at one of our partner universities abroad. needs for graduates with high-level are not commonly available elsewhere Students of Japanese or Chinese who are language, translation and intercultural (e.g. Japanese and German; Chinese and eligible for the International pathway are skills French) and to acquire professional and required to spend Year Three in Japan or academic competence in Translation ¬¬ Is tailored to meet the current China respectively. Studies, allowing you to enter the requirements of the Teaching Council of translation profession or pursue further Ireland for teachers of French, German, Studying abroad provides a wonderful study in the field. You will also acquire Spanish and Japanese at post-primary opportunity to experience the culture significant technical skills as you work with level of another country and greatly enhance multimedia texts and a variety of software your language skills. In your final year applications used by translators. (Year Three or Year Four), you will conduct About You independent research for your dissertation, Course Structure If you have a passion for languages, wish and take courses in language and to reach high levels of proficiency in your The languages available on the BA in translation. chosen languages and are interested Applied Languages and Translation in exploring the field of translation, this Studies are: Internship Year course is for you. You can opt to apply for a year-long INTRA ¬¬ French work placement in Year Three. This will ¬¬ German give you a unique opportunity to enhance your CV, increase your employability ¬¬ Spanish and experience the relevance of your ¬¬ Chinese study in the real world. This option is competitive and subject to the availability ¬¬ Japanese of placements. For more information on the INTRA programme at DCU, please visit www.dcu.ie/intra

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 Three CAO code(s) ¬¬ Year Abroad at a Partner University*: DC155 Year One Follow the partner universities' Two Intermediate Languages Or Years academic courses One Beginner And One Intermediate 4 [or 3*] Language ¬¬ In DCU: Language and Translation Min points modules, Dissertation, Optional In addition to the Two Languages, all Intercultural modules 388 students choose the following: Places ¬¬ Optional Internship Introduction to Translation Studies | 70 Introduction to the Study of Language | Year Four Academic Writing | Chinese/French/ Dissertation (independent research) | German/Japanese/Spanish Society and Multimedia Translation | Introduction Literature to Translation Theory | Introduction to Interpreting | Chinese/French/German/ Year Two Japanese/Spanish Advanced Oral and Two Intermediate Languages Or Writing Skills | Chinese/French/German/ One Beginner And One Intermediate Japanese/Spanish Economic Translation | Language Chinese/French/German/Japanese/

Spanish Scientific/Technical Translation In addition to the Two Languages, all students choose the following: * Students need to fulfil criteria in order to participate in the year-long study abroad Textual Studies | Chinese/French/German/ programme. Japanese/Spanish Literature and Film | Chinese/French/German/Japanese/ Spanish Translation Practice | Introduction to Terminology | Computer Aided Translation Future Careers  Fa cilitator or Mediator between Cultural Groups  Translator  Fu rther Study - Teaching  Re searcher

In These Areas  EU Institutions  Int ernational Organisations  Pu blic Service  Edu cation

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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 a hAon agus Bliain a Dó ar an nGaeilge ar bhealach atá difriúil ghnó agus scileanna i dteicneolaíocht na ag forbairt na réimsí sin ar Champas na agus nua-aimseartha faisnéise acu. Níl ansin ach leath an scéil, Naomh Uile. Beidh deis agat ina dhiaidh sin ¬¬ Slí bheatha shuimiúil a aimsiú duit féin, áfach. Bíonn géarghá acu freisin le daoine bliain a chaitheamh ar chlár INTRA nó dul bíodh tú ag obair leis an nGaeilge nó i atá in ann smaoineamh agus oibriú taobh ar aghaidh go dtí an bhliain dheireanach. réimse eile amuigh de na gnáthchleachtais, daoine Gnóthóidh tú oideachas leathan acadúil atá in ann cumas bainistíochta agus tréithe agus praiticiúil atá in oiriúint don saol ¬¬ Do chumas a léiriú trí thaithí oibre ceannaireachta a léiriú. Chun freastal ar comhaimseartha gnó agus bainistíochta le luachmhar a fháil agus trí phlean gnó de na riachtanais seo tá struchtúr ar leith modúil cosúil le Bainistíocht Straitéiseach, do chuid féin a chur le chéile faoi stiúir na ar an gclár. Tá an cur i láthair suntasach Bainistíocht Tionscadal agus Bainistíocht léachtóirí freisin: déantar gnó iomlán an chúrsa Acmhainní Daonna. Beidh tuiscint agat trí mheán na Gaeilge. Is í an Ghaeilge a 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 fáil i gcúrsaí gnó agus bainistíochta, agus i agus beidh deis agat forbairt phearsanta a agat i gcúrsaí gnó agus i dteicneolaíocht dteicneolaíocht na faisnéise don ghnó agus dhéanamh agus do shamhlaíocht a úsáid i na faisnéise agus beidh tú airdeallach é trí mheán na Gaeilge. Déantar staidéar gcomhthéacs cruthaitheach gnó. ar na buntáistí a bhaineann leis an dá ar an nGaeilge ar bhealach nuálach réimse sin a nascadh le chéile. Cuirfidh praiticiúil. Tacaíonn fostóirí go tréan leis an Gaeilge an teanga teasgaisc ar an gcúrsa Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge timpeallacht gcur chuige seo agus tá nasc cruthaithe ag seo. foghlama spreagúil, chomhaimseartha an gclár le comhlachtaí agus le heagrais ar fáil duit agus forbróidh tú an cumas mhóra náisiúnta agus idirnáisiúnta. ceannaireachta atá ionat. Beidh tú Cinntíonn an nasc seo go mbeidh buntáiste ag iarraidh ról lárnach a imirt i saol na ar leith agat agus tú ag stiúradh do ghairm hOllscoile. Glacann mic léinn Fiontar & Scoil bheatha. na Gaeilge páirt ghníomhach i saol DCU agus bhí go leor acu páirteach cheana féin i gcláir ar nós Clár Washington-Éire, Clár Fulbright agus comórtais 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  De aradh Bogearraí Gnó  Meá in Chumarsáide na Gaeilge  Seir bhísí 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  Tai ghde 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  Ea rnáil an Chultúir  Te icneolaíocht na Faisnéise

Féach ar líne (sonraí an tsuímh gréasáin ag barr an leathanaigh) chun teacht ar bhreis eolais faoi Dheiseanna Gairmeacha i do rogha réimse féin.

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 H4 ¬¬ Business and Management ¬¬ Gain an extra advantage by taking a in Irish and English. ¬¬ Business Information Technology novel and contemporary 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 One and Two develop these areas a broad range of other sectors high-calibre business and information at DCU. You can then choose whether technology skills, but they also require to complete a one-year INTRA work ¬¬ Demonstrate your ability by acquiring people who can think and work ‘outside placement or go into your final year. valuable work experience and the box’. They want dynamic individuals, developing your own business plan people who can manage and who possess This is a broad academic and practical under the guidance of the lecturers leadership qualities, and that’s what this course suited to today’s business degree is all about. There is no comparable environment. There is particular emphasis About You degree which offers students such an on business, management, information advanced course of studies in business, technology and Irish, which are supported As well as fulfilling the normal University management and information technology, by modules in Strategic Management, entry requirements, you will be confident all through the medium of Irish. Employers Project Management and Human in your ability to communicate effectively support this approach, and the course has Resources Management. You will develop through Irish. You will have an interest strong links with national and international your understanding of Irish and further your in business as well as information companies and organisations. These links communication skills in written and spoken technology. What’s more, you can identify offer an impressive advantage over other Irish. Alongside the rest of the class, you will the advantages that this combination graduates. gain valuable experience working on group will bring. Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge will projects while also developing personally provide you with a modern, dynamic by using your imagination in a creative learning environment and will help you business context. to cultivate your leadership potential. You will be keen to take part in extra- Irish is the language of instruction on the curricular activities on and off campus. course. Students of Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge play an active role in University life and have participated in programmes such as the Washington Irish Programme, the Fulbright Scholarship programme, 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 T +353 (0) 1 700 5614 www.dcu.ie/fiontar_scoilnagaeilge E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year Three - Optional CAO code(s) INTRA DC118 Year One Introduction to Management | Economics Years Final Year and Political Systems | Information 3 or 4 Strategic Management | Entrepreneurship Technology Skills | Modern Poetry and The and Business Development | E-commerce | Min points Song Tradition in Irish | Language Skills 1 |

Future Careers  Entr epreneur  Bu siness Software Design  Irish Language Media and What Our Graduates Say Translation Services  Ar ts 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  Edu cation course. I enjoyed and benefited from the course in many ways.  Rese arch

Caitríona Ní Mháille, BA in Business and Irish In These Areas  Pu blic Sector  Private Sector  Cul tural Sector  IT  Edu cation

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127 BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht Borradh leanúnach faoi na meáin Ghaeilge!

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

128 CÉIM BAITSILÉARA ONÓRACHA BAITSILÉARA CÉIM BA GAEILGE AGUS IRISEOIREACHT 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

Cé na modúil a bheidh ar siúl agam? Bliain a Trí CAO code(s) Intéirneacht | Nuachtlaethanta | DC239

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, BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht  An tSeirbhís Phoiblí  An Earnáil Phríobháideach  Ea rnáil an Chultúir

Féach ar líne (sonraí an tsuímh gréasáin ag barr an leathanaigh) chun teacht ar bhreis eolais faoi Dheiseanna Gairmeacha i do rogha réimse féin.

129 BA Irish and Journalism (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 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 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 make been played by RTÉ (radio and television, your final year a significant contribution to this dynamic TG4, RnaG), Raidió na Life, Nuacht24.com, sector. In DCU, staff in both Fiontar & Tuairisc.ie and other media. There are still Scoil na Gaeilge, as well as the School of About You more opportunities for graduates who Communications will guide and support are fuent in both languages owing to the Do you want to work in media in Irish and you. You will benefit from excellent facilities development of internet communications, English? If you can demonstrate bilingual and practical project work, which you will the enactment of the Official Languages ability then you will possess distinct use to develop your skills and knowledge. Act and the granting of official status advantages, particularly at the start of To add to your employability and to help to Irish in the EU. Excellent career your career. Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge you develop personally, you will complete opportunities exist for graduates with a will provide you with a modern, dynamic an invaluable three-month work placement high level of proficiency in Irish, a detailed learning environment and help you to in a communications/media role in either knowledge of media operations and cultivate your journalism skills. You will a public or a private organisation with the practices, and a thorough understanding be keen to take part in extracurricular opportunity of an internship in RTÉ. When of Irish-language and bilingual media. A activities on and off campus. Students combined, the elements of the course broad range of careers are open within of Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge contribute structure will act as a launch pad for your the media as well as state and cultural regularly to DCUfm, DCUtv and the future career in a media or public affairs organisations. campus newspaper, The College View. 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) JOURNALISM AND 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 Three CAO code(s) Language Skills 3 | Newsdays | Irish DC239 Year One 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 | 350 Irish | Economic and Political Systems | Irish Language Revival and Renewal | Irish-Language Media | News Editing | Places Sociolinguistics | Modern Irish Prose | Multimedia | Traditional Storytelling and Uaneen Module (extra-curricular activities 10 the Short Story and personal development) Internship Year Two 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  Ra dio  Tel evision  Print and On-Line Media  Bus iness  Pu blic Relations What Our Graduates Say  Ar ts and Heritage  Rese arch 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.  Bilin gual and Irish- Audrey Donoghue, BA Irish and Journalism language Media  An Ghaeltacht  En terprises  Pu blic Service  Private Sector  Cul tural 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 all foundational law subjects and some research expertise page 208). additional subjects 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 ¬¬ Small-group teaching, which enhances consists of a mixture of compulsory and stimulating law degree that will give you the learning process optional modules. In Year One, all modules an understanding of how the legal process are compulsory. In Years Two and Three, ¬¬ Key emphasis placed on important operates and how law infuences and is there are some compulsory modules but transferable skills, including infuenced by a diverse range of social you will also get to choose from a range of research skills and oral and written forces. It combines innovative teaching optional modules. communication skills, at all stages of the of all the foundational law subjects (e.g. course constitutional law, contract law, criminal Year Abroad law etc), with critical perspectives on the nature of these subjects, on the practice of The BCL (Law and Society) is normally a About You law and on the wider role of law in society. three-year course. However, you can also Are you interested in law and the legal opt to spend an extra year abroad in one of process? Do you enjoy problem solving In addition to learning core legal rules and our partner universities in Spain, Scotland, and want to know more about the role law principles, you will learn to refect critically China or Poland. This is an excellent plays in the regulation of social systems? on how these are shaped and infuenced. opportunity to experience life in another Do you want to develop important The course will prepare you for a career as country and to study another legal system. research, analytical and presentation skills? a lawyer. But the skills you develop will also After you complete the year abroad, you Students taking the BCL (Law and Society) be useful in a range of careers outside the will do the final year of your course at DCU. degree will learn about the law and the legal professions. This BCL is an approved social forces that affect law and the legal degree for the Kings Inns. Internship Year process, and will engage critically with the A further option is to spend Year Three possibilities of law reform. completing an INTRA placement, after which you will complete the final year of your degree in DCU. Placement opportunities will be with law firms, corporations and public bodies in Ireland. This is an invaluable 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 Three CAO code(s) Year One *Plus Optional Modules DC232 Foundations of Law and Legal Research | Year Abroad (for students who have been Years The Irish Legal System | Criminal Law | approved by the Programme Board to opt 3 or 4 Constitutional Law | Law of Torts | for Year Abroad) / Internship Advanced Torts | Advanced Criminal Min points OR Law | Critical Approaches to Law | Public Law and Body Politics | Jurisprudence 455 International Law Places *Plus Optional Modules: Year Two 80

Future Careers  Trainee Barrister  Trainee Solicitor What Our Graduates Say  Po licy Evaluation  Rese arch It is a unique and innovative degree which covers both the law and its impact on society. The classes allow you to build a fantastic rapport with not only your fellow students but with the lecturers, who are always willing to assist hard-working students to achieve what In These Areas they want from the degree. I would highly recommend this degree as it has laid a strong  Pu blic Sector foundation for myself and my fellow classmates for succeeding in our future careers.  Private Sector Adam Assahli, Bachelor of Civil Law, (Law and Society)  Statutory Bodies  No n-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)  Int ernational and European Institutions

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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

¬¬ This exciting degree will help you Do you have an interest in major world Combined with the extensive optional to understand and analyse the issues? Would you like to know more about modules available, you will have plenty organisation and interaction of modern the political, economic, and security of fexibility in what you choose to study societies by learning about politics, structures in the contemporary societies? alongside the core elements. security, development, international By the end of this unique and innovative institutions, political economy course, you will have learned about Optional modules start in Year One, so you and regional studies from a global international politics, development and can choose to take either the Language perspective regional studies from a global perspective, stream (choose from intermediate and developed oral and written French, ab-initio (beginner level) German ¬¬ In Year One a dedicated skills and communication skills, team work skills or Spanish, or intermediate German or methods module will equip you with a and research techniques, and important Spanish), the American Studies stream, variety of study and research skills to analytical and critical thinking skills. or the Intercultural Studies stream. The maximize your learning potential at stream you choose will then run for each of university. In Year Two, you will complete Additional Requirements the three years of your degree. a major independent study project The general entry requirements for ¬¬ Throughout the BA in International This is normally a three-year course. admission to the University apply, (see Relations course, you will develop a However, you may elect to spend an page 208). range of multidisciplinary skills which extra year abroad in one of our partner are in high demand by employers today, universities in China, the Czech Republic, Understanding: such as oral and written communication France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, International Relations skills, critical thinking and independent Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, and the analysis, teamwork, and policy research By studying the BA in International USA. This is an excellent opportunity to techniques Relations not only will you discover more enhance educational and social experience about a variety of issues and debates in at first hand. You then complete the final ¬¬ There is an opportunity to spend a year global politics, you will also find out about year of your course at DCU. studying abroad as part of this degree. the forces that shape contemporary Our current study-abroad partner societies. You will learn about such issues Internship Year institutions are located in China, the as peace, security, terrorism, globalisation, Czech Republic, France, Germany, You can opt to apply for a year-long INTRA international law, third-world debt and Hungary, Poland, Scotland, Spain, work placement in Year Three. This will American foreign policy. You will also Sweden, Turkey and the USA give you a unique opportunity to enhance study contemporary global governance, your CV, increase your employability ¬¬ The School of Law and Government multilateral affairs, and international and experience the relevance of your is a leading centre for expertise in organisations, such as the European Union study in the real world. This option is Governance and International Relations and the United Nations. competitive and subject to the availability in Ireland. Our staff has expertise in of placements. For more information on such areas as the European Union the INTRA programme at DCU, please visit Studies, Middle-East, Peace Studies, www.dcu.ie/intra International Security and Confict, International Political Economy, Climate Change, Development, Terrorism and Counterterrorism, and International Law. As a result, you will benefit from the skills and experience of a dedicated, supportive and highly qualified academic team with global and area studies expertise

134 BA INTERNATIONAL IN RELATIONS HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online Please see page 219 for information on estimated Dr. Gëzim Visoka www.dcu.ie/DC231 costs and financial support available if part of your T +353 (0) 1 700 7978 course requires you to study abroad. E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year Three – Optional CAO code(s) Year Abroad (for students who have been DC231 Year One approved by the Programme Board to opt Introduction to European Integration | Years for 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 400 Economy | Key Issues in International for International Relations | The Role Places Relations: Theory and Practice of International Law in International 50 Relations | Introduction to Development | Language Stream: Introduction to Global Goverance French Language (Intermediate) | German Language (Intermediate) | Spanish Language Stream: Language (Intermediate) French Language (Intermediate) | German Language (Intermediate) | Spanish American Studies Stream: Language (Beginners) | Spanish Language Issues in American Politics | US (Intermediate) Interventions and Global Politics

American Studies Stream: Intercultural Studies Stream: American Political System | The Emergence Future Careers Confict Resolution in Northern Ireland | of Modern America Sexualities, Languages and Societies  Po licy Evaluation and Research Intercultural Studies Stream: Students Choose Either:  Intercultural Communicative Education Competence | Contemporary Cultural Dissertation Plus Two Options or Four  De velopment Debates Options  Se curity  Options Include: Commerce Year Two Political Leadership | US Interventions and  Law Theoretical Approaches to World Politics | Global Politics | Political Terrorism |  Re tail and International Political Ideologies | International Human Contemporary Politics of the Middle Rights Law | Confict, Security and Public Policy East and North Africa | Unrecognised Peace | Foreign Policy and Diplomacy | States in the International System | Independent Study Project | Comparative In These Areas Gender and Politics | The Politics of European Politics South Asia | Democratisation | Post-  Go vernment or Soviet Politics | Issues in European Language Stream: International Integration | International Peacekeeping French Language (ex intermediate) | Corporations and and Peacebuilding | The Politics of US German Language (Intermediate) | Organisations Presidency | The Politics of Sub-Saharan Spanish Language (ex beginner) | Spanish Africa | Uaneen Module (extra-curricular  Statutory Bodies Language 5 (ex intermediate) activities and personal development)  No n-Governmental American Studies Stream: Organisations (NGOs) If Year Three is spent abroad or on an America and the Wider World | US Security  Pu blic Service internship, then Year Four is structured as Policy  Private Industry per Year Three. Intercultural Studies Stream: Look online (website details at top of The Making of Contemporary Europe | page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field Global Cultures

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

¬¬ This exciting degree will give you a Are you interested in economics, politics In Years One and Two of the course, strong foundation in all three disciplines and law? Would you like to know more there is an equal weighting of the three of economics, politics and law and will about the political, legal and economic disciplines economics, politics and law. prepare you to work in a number of institutions that shape our world? By In Year Three, you take a core module in associated fields studying on the Economics, Politics and each discipline. After that, you are free to Law degree course, you will learn how these specialise in one of the three disciplines ¬¬ Not only will you gain knowledge of disciplines interact and help to shape the or continue to study a combination of economics, politics and law, you will also local and global worlds in which we live. all three. Three compulsory research develop a range of multidisciplinary methods modules taken in Year One will skills which are in high demand by Additional Requirements provide core learning skills that you will employers today, e.g. oral and written use throughout your degree. In Years communication skills, critical thinking The general entry requirements for Two and Three, your modules will further and analysis, and teamwork and admission to the University apply, (see enhance your knowledge of research research techniques page 208), the following requirements methods and dissertation skills in all three apply: minimum of O4 or H6 in ¬¬ In Year One, three dedicated research disciplines. These skills will provide you Mathematics. skills and methods modules will equip with the necessary tools to analyse major you with a variety of study skills to issues affecting our world today from an Understanding: maximise your learning potential at economic, political and legal perspective. Economics, Politics and Law university The BA in Economics, Politics and Law The BA in Economics, Politics and Law is ¬¬ There is an opportunity to spend an provides an intellectually challenging normally a three-year course. However, you extra year studying abroad as part of course that explores various issues and can elect to spend an extra year abroad this degree. Our current study-abroad methods of analysis in the disciplines in one of our partner universities – in the partner institutions are located in of economics, politics and law. The USA, France, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Arizona (USA), Berlin, Budapest, importance of these disciplines in Germany, the UK, Turkey or Sweden. You Gothenburg, Istanbul, Paris, Prague and contemporary Irish society is becoming then complete the final year of your course Stirling (Scotland) more obvious every day. The course will give in DCU. ¬¬ DCU is a leading centre for expertise you a deep and thorough understanding in governance, economics, and law of the political, legal and economic Internship Year and society in Ireland, so you will institutions that shape the current global You can opt to apply for a year-long INTRA benefit from the skills and experience environment. You will gain a profound work placement in Year Three. This will of a dedicated, supportive and highly awareness of how these three disciplines give you a unique opportunity to enhance qualified academic team from both the are bound together. your CV, increase your employability School of Law and Government and the and experience the relevance of your DCU Business School study in the real 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 E [email protected] all subjects required for the entrance exams are covered within the course.

What Will I Study? Core Modules: CAO code(s) Topics in Applied Economics | Public Policy | DC230 Year One Company Law Constitutional Law | Introduction to Years

In These Areas  Pu blic Service  Private Industry  Int ernational and European Institutions

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137 BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance Acquire the skills to become a fully versed, high-level performing musician in jazz and other genres

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Instrumental Studies The aim of these modules is to provide ¬¬ Acquire the skills to become a high level In addition to the general entry learners with the instrumental and performing musician requirements for admission to the technical skills necessary in order to University, (see page 208). ¬¬ Play and perform extensively as part of perform at a professional level in the the course contemporary music world. Learners will An aural/theory test is not required, as work on practice methods, identify goals, ¬¬ Learn how to compose and arrange for a entry will be by audition. This is a restricted and acquire essential vocabulary through wide range of ensembles entry course, meaning prospective the study of the master soloists, and students will need to have selected this as ¬¬ Make international connections stylistic interpretation. one of their choices when completing their including, with the renowned Berklee CAO application in February. Availing of College of Music Arranging and Composition Studies the CAO Change of Mind facility will not be The aim of these modules is to introduce ¬¬ Prepare yourself for life as a professional an option. learners to the skills necessary for modern musician arranging, and to allow them to be Course Structure ¬¬ Work closely with some of Ireland’s most conversant with the history, ethos and highly regarded performers The course offers intensive jazz and techniques of jazz and contemporary contemporary music education composition. Learners will become familiar within a focused, supportive learning with vital professional skills to enable them About You environment. It is designed to provide a work as composers and arrangers in the A key feature of the BA in Jazz and balance of traditional jazz techniques field of modern music. Learners will also be Contemporary Music Performance alongside contemporary approaches introduced to the use of music technology includes an opportunity for students to improvisation, so that students as an arranging and composing aid. on the programme to transfer into can experience the full breadth of the Berklee College of Music in Boston (www. contemporary music world and develop Aural and Theoretical Studies berklee.edu), one of the most prestigious into creative, versatile and employable These modules will give learners a thorough music schools in the world in the field of musicians. grounding in contemporary harmony contemporary music. Programme modules and theory, and give them the means to include Instrumental and Vocal Tuition, A diverse and rigorous programme of study understand the theoretical and harmonic Aural Training, Ensemble Performance, is organized throughout all four years of the underpinning of contemporary jazz Composition and Arranging, Jazz History, programme. The course is concerned with practice. In addition, the course will give and Music Business. five principal areas of study: learners the techniques to hear and identify all the common melodic, rhythmic and Application to the programme is through harmonic patterns used in jazz and other, the CAO, with the audition/performance ¬¬ Ensemble Studies related musics. assessment, normally taking place on a ¬¬ Instrumental Studies weekend in April for September entry. Contextual Studies ¬¬ Arranging and Composition Studies These modules will help learners understand the history of the development ¬¬ Aural and Theoretical Studies of music, of many genres, and their place in ¬¬ Contextual Studies contemporary society. They will also give learners an insight into the methodology and philosophy of teaching. In addition, Ensemble Studies they will aim to develop musicological and The aim of these modules is to give critical thinking skills which will enable students the skills to perform in ensembles learners to have a sense of music in their at a highly professional level in the world own lives and how music is refected in of contemporary music. Through working society. in ensembles, participants will be made aware of the techniques and traditions of jazz and related musics, such as funk, Afro- Cuban and Brazilian music.

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]

CAO code(s) DC014

Years 4

Min points 248

Places 40

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139 BA in Theology and Religious Studies Explore enduring questions, global issues, and big ideas related to ethics, justice, and the significance of religion in a complex world!

Why DCU? This course is intended for people from This course studies the philosophical and a broad range of backgrounds – from religious traditions that have helped to ¬¬ Learn with a dedicated team of highly faith communities and those of secular shape our culture and history in Ireland, qualified, committed lecturers with conviction – who wish to study theology and exposes students to the global strong research expertise and religion for personal enrichment, for diversity of the academic study of religion ¬¬ Study in a School of Theology, continuing professional development or in the contemporary world. It offers in- Philosophy, and Music that is with a view to being more active in their depth investigation of Christianity and international and interdisciplinary local community. The degree also serves other religious traditions, emphasisies the as a qualification if you wish to pursue importance of, ecumenical and interfaith ¬¬ Be part of an age-friendly university postgraduate study or research in theology study, and engages with the pluralistic and which values the contribution of mature and religious studies. secular culture of the West. students

¬¬ Develop transferable skills, including By the end of this unique course, you will Course Structure oral and written communication skills, have learned how to appreciate and This unique course is available on Thursday research skills, and the ability to think critique the intellectual foundations evenings from 6pm to 9.30pm and on four critically and analytically of the academic study of religion, Saturdays throughout the academic year. and have developed new insights into ¬¬ Expand your knowledge and skills to cultural and religious diversity. You will pursue an interesting career whether With close attention to particular religious have engaged in a dialogue between in community and social justice work, traditions, intercultural dialogue and contemporary ethical issues and a range pastoral ministry, teaching, or a broad interreligious encounter, students will of classical and contemporary texts and range of other areas engage with the sources, beliefs and thinkers. You will also have had many practices which have shaped Christianity opportunities to acquire key transferable and other religious traditions. Making About You skills, e.g., assimilating new knowledge; guided use of primary and secondary the close analysis of ancient and modern Do you wish to find out more about the documentation, adult learning styles texts; research and writing skills; time origins and development of the Christian and associated learning methodolgies, management and teamwork skills. faith? Are you interested in learning more students will learn how to critically engage about other religious traditions such as with and evaluate a range of theological Additional Requirements Judaism and Islam? Do you want to explore and religious viewpoints. Building on the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures? In order to be eligible to apply for this theological and ethical foundations, Are you interested in intercultural and course you must be aged 23 or over on respectfully and in solidarity with others, interreligious dialogue? Are you curious the 1st January in the year of application. students will learn how to contribute to about investigating the relevance of faith As part of the application process, your personal and social transformation. in today’s world? Are you involved in any relevant life/work experience and previous of the following areas, and would like to studies undertaken will be reviewed to Each year, modules from theology, biblical understand them more deeply: Pastoral determine your eligibility for the course. studies, religious studies, philosophy, ethics, and Community work; Adult Religious ancient languages, and education will be Education; Youth and Young Adult Ministry; Understanding: offered for study. In your final year of study Biblical Studies; Social Justice Groups; Theology and Religious Studies in the you will have the opportunity for individual Ecumenical Projects; Inter-faith Dialogue; Context of Lifelong Education guided research, working on a topic of Parish Councils; School Governance and your choice with a supervisor on a research What is the role of religion and faith Leadership. paper of 6000 words. in the world today? What is right and wrong, and how can we know? How can You will be expected to complete the course we form welcoming, just and sustainable in 4-5 years. Each module is 7.5 ECTS communities? How can we make sense credits. Students may exit the course with of suffering and failure? How do we read a Certificate (after successfully completing ancient sacred texts in the twenty-first 8 modules), a Diploma (after successfully century? Theology and Religious Studies completing 16 modules), or the BA degree help us explore such questions in a (after successfully completing 24 modules). refective and systematic way.

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

The course follows a five year cycle, with Cycle 3 CAO code(s) students entering the course in any of the Psalms, Wisdom and Prophets | N/A years of the cycle. Normally a student will Pneumatology | Ecumenism | Theological Years study between five and six modules per Anthropology | Theological Sexual Ethics | 4-5 year. Please see the “What Will I Study? Introduction to Islam Table below for an indicative outline of Min points modules. Cycle 4 N/A The Bible and Art | History of Christianity | Places What Will I Study? Reading Early Church Writings | Liturgy | History of Philosophy | Building Community: 30-35 Cycle 1 Structures and Opportunities Hebrew Scriptures: The Pentateuch | Theology of the Sacraments | Social Ethics: Cycle 5 Theological Perspectives | Introduction Gospel and Acts | The God Question | to Judaism | Theological Anthropology | Twentieth Century Theologians | Religious Education: Critical Questions Ressourcement: A Movement of Renewal in 20th Century Catholic Theology | Bioethics: Cycle 2 Theological and Philosophical Women in Scripture | Christology | Perspectives | Faith Development Ecclesiology | Faith and Revelation | Foundations of Theological Ethics | Optional Language Modules are offered Future Careers Partnership in Education each year, e.g., Arabic, Hebrew, and Greek  Fu rther Study - Teaching  Adu lt Education  You th Work  Pa storal Work  Ch urch Ministry  Ch aplaincy

In These Areas  Vo luntary and Community Organisations  Eur opean and International Religious Agencies What Our Graduates Say  So cial Justice and Human Rights Bodies A wide variety of interesting modules, a teaching style that respects the insights and  De velopment Work experience of adult learners, and the company and support of engaged and engaging  Rese arch 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 refection. postgraduate qualification may be required. Look online (website details at Dermot McCarthy, Graduate 2018 top of page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field.

141 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC009 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Three or Four years 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 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 English No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Human Development No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Geography No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) History No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Theology and Religious Studies No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Philosophy No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*)

*See page 208 for general entry requirements

GCE A Level Gaeilge GCE A Level C or GCE AS Level B or GCSE A in Irish 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 English No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Human Development No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Geography No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) History No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Theology and Religious Studies No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*) Philosophy No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*)

*See page 208 for general entry requirements other entry paths QQI Level 5 Student s 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 / 5M2011 Music / 5M3635 Education and Training / 5M2073 Language and European Studies Gaeilge: If you don’t 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.

142 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration DC291 - DC293, DC295 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Three or Four Years DC291 Joint Honours – Media Studies Students study Media Studies and one subject from the list below: English International Languages Politics DC292 Joint Honours – Law Students study Law and one subject from the list below: History International Languages Media Studies DC293 Joint Honours – International Languages Students study International Languages and one subject from the list below: Gaeilge Politics DC295 Joint Honours – Politics Students study Politics and one subject from the list below: Geography History Theology and Religious Studies Law 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*) Theology and Religious Studies No additional requirements (general entry requirements only*)

*See page 208 for general entry requirements

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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*) Theology and Religious Studies 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 don’t 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 don’t 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 don’t 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 don’t 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 / Theology and Religious Studies / Law) Any award with distinctions in five modules/components

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 DC131 BA in Communication Studies Three years 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 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 DC132 BA in Journalism Three years 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 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 DC133 BSc in Multimedia Three years

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.

147 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC238 BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation Three or Four years 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 210) 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 DC155 BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies Three or Four years* 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 Three at a partner university in the country of one of their chosen languages. Students of Japanese or Chinese are required to spend Year Three in Japan or China respectively.

148 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration DC118 BA Gnó agus Gaeilge (Business and Irish, Irish-medium) Three or Four years subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 in Irish and English GCE A Level GCE A Level C in English and in Irish other entry paths QQI Level 5 Student s 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 DC239 BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht (Irish and Journalism, Irish-medium) Three years subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of H4 in English and Irish GCE A Level GCE A Level C in English and in Irish other entry paths QQI Level 5 Student s 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 DC231 BA in International Relations Three or Four years 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 210) other entry paths QQI Level 5 Applicant s 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 DC232 Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society) Three or Four years 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 210) other entry paths QQI Level 5 Applicant s 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 DC230 BA in Economics, Politics and Law Three or Four years 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 don’t 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 DC014 BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance Four years subjects required Leaving Certificate In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 208). An aural/ theory test is not required, as entry will be by audition. This is a restricted entry course, meaning prospective students will need to have selected this as one of their choices when completing their CAO application in February. Availing of the CAO Change of Mind facility will not be an option. GCE A Level In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the University (see page 210). An aural/ theory test is not required, as entry will be by audition. This is a restricted entry course, meaning prospective students will need to have selected this as one of their choices when completing their CAO application in February. Availing of the CAO Change of Mind facility will not be an option.

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 Co mputer Applications

170 Data Science

180152 Recognised nationally and internationally for the outstanding quality of its courses, our Faculty focusses on preparing students 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. It is highly attractive to employers, and students get the opportunity to work with some of the biggest and best companies in engineering, computing and related sectors, before completing their studies.

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) Transform into an inventor, designer, creator!

Why DCU? Engineering solutions continue to improve Course Structure the way we live, driving advances in ¬¬ State-of-the-art facilities The Common Entry into Engineering digital technology such as the Internet (Undenominated Entry) offers a common ¬¬ Lots of hands-on experience in labs of Things and Smart Cities which have Year One with all other engineering the possibility of revolutionising how we ¬¬ Industrial experience as part of the courses. On completion of the common interact with technology, while at the same course Year One, you may choose one of the time improving sustainability through following honours degrees: ¬¬ Great employment prospects upon advances in areas such as energy efficiency graduation and renewable energy applications. ¬¬ BEng and MEng in Electronic and Some of the most recent and exciting ¬¬ Option to complete Year Five and Computer Engineering (DC190)* innovations in the energy sector including obtain a Master degree wave energy converters, bioreactors and ¬¬ BEng and MEng in Mechanical and combined heat and power units are also Manufacturing Engineering (DC195)+ About You the work of engineers. The list of engineers’ ¬¬ BEng (and MEng major) in Biomedical achievements is in fact much broader. As As with most engineering degrees, ability Engineering (DC197)+ engineers, you can find yourselves at the in mathematics is a key requirement. A heart of just about any field, from high- ¬¬ BEng and MEng in Mechatronic logical mind and an eye for detail are also tech industry and medicine, to financial Engineering (DC193)*+ important. services, energy-aware technologies and biotechnology – the cutting-edge dynamic Additional Requirements * offered by the School of Electronic industries of tomorrow. Engineering In addition to the general entry + offered by the School of Mechanical and requirements for admission to the Many students choose to go directly Manufacturing Engineering University (see page 208), the following onto one of our four engineering courses. entry requirements apply: minimum However, if you are unsure of your course of You will find further details of these courses of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied choice, the Common Entry into Engineering in the following pages. Please note that Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. (Undenominated Entry) option is specially common entry does not mean an extra designed to help you to find the course year added to the course. After completion Understanding: most suitable for you while studying the of the one-year Common Entry into Common Entry into Engineering fundamentals of engineering. After Year Engineering course, students continue in (Undenominated Entry) One (common to all four engineering Year Two of their chosen degree course. degrees in DCU), you can pick the course Of all the courses and careers you can you want to pursue. (Note, however, pursue, engineering is one of the most that places on certain courses may be exciting. Engineers invent and design limited and may be allocated according to things, they make systems work and they performance in Year One). analyse and solve problems in all sorts of fields. For example, one of the most 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 ¬¬ In DCU you will be challenged to fulfil An electronic and computer engineer your potential as a person and as an is a problem solver by nature – a person How can you use technology to improve engineer in an exciting and innovative who wonders about how things work and people’s lives, health, environment environment how to make things right. Mathematics and leisure? Electronic and Computer is the universal language of engineering, Engineers create and innovate to invent, ¬¬ Six months of work experience in Year and you will need to be comfortable with design, improve and build products and Three is an integral part of the course – logical and methodical approaches to technologies that really matter in people’s this is a chance to get a feel for working understanding real-world phenomena. lives. in an engineering environment and to Honours Leaving Cert Mathematics and show your knowledge and talents to a (where available) Leaving Cert Applied More than ANY other discipline, electronic prospective future employer Mathematics, when well understood, are and computer engineers have been at the ¬¬ Hands-on experience in labs and on excellent indicators of ability in the field heart of generating the technology of our projects is a key feature of the course of electronic and computer engineering. modern society. However, there are still Your thirst for knowledge and drive to major global and human problems to be ¬¬ On graduating from the BEng, you will contribute to society will lead to constant solved, and you can be sure that because have a qualification that is in very high learning and innovation throughout your of their knowledge and skills, electronic demand from both SME and multi- career. It’s no surprise then that 33% of the and computer engineers will be at the national employers, both at home and S&P 500 CEOs' undergraduate degrees forefront in creating solutions. Whether it is abroad. The one-year integrated MEng are in engineering – higher than any other problems of clean water, sufficient energy, add-on allows you to get further highly- discipline. For example, only 11% are in global warming or better global nutrition desirable specialist skills and knowledge business administration. and health, electronic and computer that will further diversify your options engineers will be developing solutions not ¬¬ You can invent new technologies in a Additional Requirements only to directly address these problems, but range of fields, such as sensors, medical which will complement and coordinate the In addition to the general entry devices, communications (wireless, activities of other disciplines. requirements for admission to the wired, optical…), electronic and University (see page 208), the following computer interface, mobile devices, entry requirements apply: minimum new interfaces (3D, VR), artificial of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied intelligence, computer vision, robotics, Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. materials, and many more

¬¬ DCU’s engineering courses have been accredited by Engineers Ireland since their foundation. This is a guarantee of high quality and is your passport to professional engineering recognition worldwide, through the Washington Accord

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CAO code(s) DC190

Years 4

Min points 393

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 Other recent INTRA employers with a – This takes you into the realms of global reach include Xilinx, Cisco, Synopsys, You will be taught through conventional humans communicating to devices, and AOL, Analog Devices, Mastercard, Deloitte lectures, extensive tutorials (particularly devices communicating to the world. and Touche, Accenture, SAP Ireland, in Year One), laboratory exercises and It underpins research priority areas in Cypress Semiconductor Ireland, Tektronix projects. Through these you will develop human-machine interfaces. Key Year Communications and Xerox. Degree- the ability to model and analyse the Four modules in this area include Human relevant work experience obtained on dynamics of a wide range of technological Computer Interface Technology, Web an INTRA placement can be extremely systems, as well as learn a creative and Application Development and Image beneficial when it comes to finding a innovative approach to problem solving. Processing & Analysis position as a graduate engineer. The curriculum of Years One, Two and Three and the 22.5 credits of core modules ¬¬ ECE with a Major in the Internet of The Year Four project provides a capstone in Year Four are common to all ECE Things – The Internet transformed the to your undergraduate career where students. In Year Four, students select world of human access to knowledge you can demonstrate your innovative a Major option and gain relevant skills and information in unimaginable ways; capabilities, capacity for independent through Major-specific modules and an the Internet of Things is about to unleash learning, and technical expertise. The individual undergraduate project. The an almost inconceivable transformation Faculty of Engineering and Computing Major options reflect modern trends in of the man-made environment in provides a Year Four project expo as a Electronic and Computer Engineering and which we live. It focusses on devices showcase to bring your expertise to the research priority areas within the School communicating to and through the attention of interested employers. of Electronic Engineering. Currently the Internet. This Major underpins research course offers the following four majors, priority areas in smart cities and energy In addition to the traditional engineering which we will adapt over time so that our efficient devices and networks focus on mathematics and design, there graduates always have the most relevant is a strong software and programming and up-to-date technology and expertise. You will have the opportunity to do an theme running through our ECE course. individual Major-relevant project in Year In this you will learn about, C, C++, Java, ¬¬ ECE with a Major in Systems and Four and in the optional Year Five. These Embedded Systems, Linux and Windows Devices – This is a specialisation in projects will allow you to work in a specialist Operating Systems, Data Structures core electronics and semiconductor area of your choosing and to apply the and Algorithms, Hardware Description technologies that underpin research electronic and computer engineering skills Language, Object-oriented Programming, priority areas from sensors, diagnostics, that you will have acquired during your and in two of the Year Four majors, Web medical devices, digital control of studies. Application Development. This thematic mechatronic systems to optical strength reflects an enduring need from communications and novel materials The six-month INTRA placement in industry for software specialists who have ¬¬ ECE with a Major in High-Speed Year Three is usually a paid engineering a strong knowledge base in electronics, Communications – This focusses on internship with a business in Ireland, but systems, signal processing and hardware devices communicating to devices some students may go abroad or be placed interfacing. at high speed, for example, optical in research positions within DCU. Some of networks and high-speed wireless the biggest companies in the world offer technologies. It underpins research DCU ECE INTRA placements, including priority areas on next-generation IBM, Philips, Google, and Microsoft. networks that support evolving demands from devices and applications

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What Will I Study Year Four ECE with Major in CAO code(s) Systems and Devices DC190 Year One Optical Communications System Design | Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2 | Years Solid State Electronics and Semiconductor Engineering Mechanics-Statics | Project 4 Devices | Mechatronic System Simulation and Technical Drawing | Materials and Control | Capstone Project (Major in Min points Engineering | Introduction to Systems and Devices) Electronics | Fundamentals of Professional 393 Development | Numerical Problem Internship Year Four ECE with Major in Solving for Engineers | Basic Sciences for the Internet of Things Yes Engineering | Software Development for Bioelectronics | Web Application Engineers Development | Wireless/Mobile Communications | Capstone Project Year Two (Major in the Internet of Things) Engineering Mathematics 3 and 4 | Circuits | Systems | Data Communications Year Four ECE with Major in and Networks 1 | New Enterprise High-Speed Communications Development (Team Project) | Object Optical Communications System Oriented Programming 1 | Digital Design | Communications Theory | and Analogue Electronics 1 and 2 | Transmission Lines, RF Propagation and Operating Systems | Embedded Systems | Radio Link Design | Capstone Project Electromagnetism (Major in High-Speed Communications)

Year Three Year Four ECE with Major in Signals | Electromagnetism 2 | Digital Interaction Electromechanical Systems | Algorithms Web Application Development | 3D for Engineers | Analogue Circuits and Interface Technologies | Image Processing Design | Data Communications & Networks Future Careers and Analysis with Project | Capstone 2 | Computation & Simulation | Mobile Project (Major in Digital Interaction)  Re search and Robotics (Team Project) | INTRA Development Engineer The option to continue to Year Five leading Year Four  Design Engineer to a Master’s in Electronic and Computer Computer Architecture and HDL | Object  Production Engineer Engineering is subject to achieving a H2.2 Oriented Programming with Embedded  Sales Engineer or above in the four-year BEng in ECE Systems | Control Systems Analysis | DSP- course.  Management Engineer Digital Filters and DFT  Software Engineer Look online for Year Five modules: www.dcu.ie/electronics/post In These Areas

What Our Graduates Say  Electronic Industry  Smart Economy The Electronic and Computer Engineering (ECE) degree at DCU covers a wide range of  Sustainable Energy areas and technologies spanning hardware, software and the interface between the two.  Communications The wide scope of the degree is further complemented by a choice of major specialism in  Health Sector the final year and a large variety of final year project options. There is also an emphasis on problem solving throughout the course which focuses on developing students with an Look online (website details at top of ability to break down and tackle complex problems. In doing this course I have acquired page) for more information about future the skills and knowledge that I will need in my future career as well as a hunger to apply careers in your chosen field these and ultimately I feel that the ECE degree at DCU was the perfect choice for me.

Seán Colgan, BEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering

159 BEng in Mechatronic Engineering You can move the world!

Why DCU? Leaving Cert Honours Mathematics and Course Structure Leaving Cert Applied Mathematics, when ¬¬ You will be challenged to fulfil your The aim of this degree course is to well understood, are excellent indicators potential as a person and as an produce graduates with knowledge, of ability in the field of mechatronic engineer in an exciting and innovative understanding and skills in Mechatronic engineering. environment Engineering, beginning with fundamental scientific principles and leading through ¬¬ You will get the opportunity to develop Additional Requirements to a set of modules dealing with design, and work with exciting new technologies In addition to the general entry analysis, manufacture and modelling of ¬¬ Six months of work experience in Year requirements for admission to the electromechanical products and systems. Three is an integral part of the course – University (see page 208), the following The undergraduate course focuses on eight this is a chance to get a feel for working entry requirements apply: minimum core areas over four years. These are: in an engineering environment and to of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied show your knowledge and talents to a Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. Basic Science and Mathematics prospective future employer As the roots of mechatronic engineering Understanding: Mechatronic Engineering are in the sciences and mathematics, ¬¬ Hands-on laboratory and project students undergo courses in the basic experience More and more aspects of the world sciences and engineering mathematics. around us are becoming automated, ¬¬ On graduating you will have a with labour-saving machines, ‘always on’ qualification that is in very high demand Electronic Circuit and Systems Design connected devices and robots able to from both SME and multi-national Electronic components and systems are perform tasks quicker and more accurately employers, both at home and abroad explored through electronics modules as than humans. These machines are well as modules on analogue and digital ¬¬ Flexible career opportunities in a staggeringly complex, with huge numbers circuits and systems. range of interesting areas, such as the of finely tuned moving parts being precisely automation, robotics, medical systems, controlled in the blink of an eye by state- Mechanical Systems Design and Analysis cyber-physical systems, automotive, of-the-art electronics. Just consider the Materials Engineering, Fundamentals pharmaceutical and agri-food industries machines you use on a daily basis and how of Mechanics, Strength of Materials many moving parts are involved. Such ¬¬ Our engineering courses have been and the Mechanics of Machines provide machines are examples of mechatronic accredited by Engineers Ireland a foundation for design and analysis of engineering, the science of combining since their foundation (Mechatronic mechanical components and systems. mechanical engineering, electronic and Engineering was recently reaccredited in computer engineering and software design 2016). This is a guarantee of high quality Software to create intelligent machines. Such skills and is your passport to professional Software design and analysis are an are key in the ever growing presence of engineering recognition worldwide, integral part of mechatronic engineering. a connected world (Internet of Things through the Washington Accord Modules introducing general techniques of (IoT)) enabling machines to interact with software development are given in Years the (electro-mechanical) physical and One and Two, with a focus on Embedded About You (software) virtual worlds via the internet. Systems in Year Two. Students are also A mechatronic engineer is a problem solver introduced to specific software tools (such The potential in this area is immense no by nature. Mathematics is the universal as Matlab and Labview) throughout a matter what your interest, from designing language of engineering, and you will range of modules and project work. safer cars to building labour-saving need to be comfortable with logical and intelligent robots to interfacing the methodical approaches to understanding Mechatronic/Electromechanical System mechanical and electronic parts of future real-world phenomena. Design renewable energy systems. A key emphasis of this course is to unite the disciplines of mechanical engineering and electronic engineering over the four years.

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Modules such as the Year One project, What Will I Study? CAO code(s) the Year Three group project and the DC193 Year One Year Four project are designed to develop Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2 | Years

mechatronic skills and awareness. Engineering Mechanics - Statics | Project 4 In addition, another core area of and Technical Drawing | Materials Mechatronic Engineering is the design of Min points Engineering | Introduction to Electronics | electromechanical systems - systems that Fundamentals of Professional 403 consist of both electrical and mechanical Development | Numerical Problem Internship elements. A substantial part of the final Solving for Engineers | Basic Sciences for years of the course is devoted to the Yes Engineering | Software Development for design, simulation, analysis and control Engineers of such systems. The Mobile Robotics module is entirely project-based and Year Two embodies the key principles of mechatronic Engineering Mathematics 3 and 4 | Energy | engineering. It is organised around a Strength of Materials 1 | Digital and specific robotic design challenge and is Analogue Electronics 1 | Object-Oriented intended to give students an opportunity Programming (OOP) 1 | Circuits | to integrate and expand their knowledge Mechanics of Machines 1 | Energy: in several different core areas: digital and Thermodynamics | Design and CADD | Future Careers analogue electronics, mechanics, software Systems | Embedded Systems | Pneumatics  Re search and development and control systems. and Control Development Engineer Automated Manufacture  De sign Engineer Year Three Another core area of Mechatronic  Product Design | Probability and Product Design Engineering is the use of electronics, Engineering Statistics | Measurement and  Sy stems Engineer embedded systems and software in Signal Processing | Electromechanical  De sign Engineer the automation of manufacturing and Systems | Mechanics of Machines 2 | New assembly. In Year Four, a significant  Ma nagement Enterprise Development Project | Analogue emphasis is placed on autonomous  Au tomation Circuits and Design | Mobile Robotics | technology and manufacturing  Sy stem Designer, INTRA automation. concentrating on Year Four mechanical systems, Project Based Learning Project | Manufacturing Automation | electronic hardware, Students will complete various projects Control Systems Analysis | during your four years, culminating in software design or Image Processing and Analysis | Industrial major individual projects in Year Four. The combinations thereof Electronics | Project and Quality projects will normally include elements Management | Mechatronic System of research, design, component sourcing, Simulation and Control | Robotics | Design In These Areas construction, testing and documentation. for Manufacture and Assembly | Uaneen All projects must be based on at least two  Dom estic Goods Non-Contributing Module (Optional) of the three core mechatronic elements  Med ical Devices (namely, mechanical, electronic and  The option to continue to Year Five Robotics software design components). leading to a Master of Engineering  Au tomotive Industry (MEng) in Electronic and Computer  Agr i Machinery Experiential Learning Engineering or a Master of Engineering In Year Three students undertake a paid (MEng) in Mechanical and Manufacturing Look online (website details at top of INTRA placement for six months. This Engineering subject to achieving a H2.2 or page) for more information about future is usually with a business in Ireland but careers in your chosen field above in the four year BEng course. opportunities may arise abroad and there are also some research positions within Look online for Year Five modules: DCU. www.dcu.ie/DC193 161 BEng and MEng in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Through design and production, engineers simplify 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 Engineering course (with the option to complete Year Five Mechanical and Manufacturing for a Master degree) has eight academic ¬¬ State-of-the-art facilities Engineering go hand in hand, but each is themes, with each theme addressing ¬¬ Lots of hands-on experience in labs quite distinct. Mechanical engineering a particular aspect of mechanical and focuses on the design, manufacture and manufacturing engineering. These themes ¬¬ Great employment prospects upon operation of products that have moving are: graduation parts, such as aircraft and automobiles, or ¬¬ Option to complete Year Five and obtain more fuel-efficient systems and cheaper ¬¬ Mathematics and computing a Master degree electricity generation. Manufacturing ¬¬ Design engineering, meanwhile, concentrates ¬¬ Accredited engineering course on converting materials from one form ¬¬ Professional development (see page 173) to another. It is about manufacturing ¬¬ Dynamics and control processes and systems, ranging from About You basic assembly (e.g. car tyres) to high-tech ¬¬ Solid mechanics manufacture (e.g. jumbo jets). With the two As for most engineering degrees, ability ¬¬ Thermofluid mechanics disciplines combined, this degree offers in mathematics is a key requirement. A an impressive background in mechanical ¬¬ Materials logical mind and an eye for detail are also engineering, which will lead to many important qualities. ¬¬ Manufacturing processes and exciting career opportunities. sustainable manufacturing systems Additional Requirements This course also prepares you for the In addition to the general entry traditional challenges of mechanical and The course places a strong emphasis requirements for admission to the manufacturing engineering using the most on both academic performance in University (see page 208), the following sophisticated computer tools. examinations and continuous assessment entry requirements apply: minimum throughout the four years. In Year Three, of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied you will undertake a paid INTRA placement Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. for six months. This is usually with a business in Ireland but there are also opportunities to work abroad.

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What Will I Study? Year Four CAO code(s) Mechanical and Manufacturing DC195 Year One Engineering Project | Finite Element Design Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2 | Years Analysis (FEA) | Heat Transfer and Fluid Engineering Mechanics-Statics | Project 4 Mechanics | Mechanical Engineering and Technical Drawing | Materials System Simulation | Manufacturing Min points Engineering | Introduction to Electronics | Automation | Advanced Engineering Fundamentals of Professional 400 Materials and Manufacturing Processes | Development | Numerical Problems Internship Robotics | Operations Research Solving and Engineers | Basic Sciences for Yes Engineering | Software Development for The option to continue to Year Five Engineers leading to a Masters in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering subject to Year Two achieving a H2.2 or above in the four year Design and CAD | Mechanics of Machines | BEng course. Thermofluid Mechanics | Energy: Thermodynamics | Manufacturing Look online for Year Five modules: Processes | Strength of Materials | www.dcu.ie/DC195 Engineering Computation | Engineering Mathematics

Year Three Measurement and Signal Processing | Product Design | Mechanics of Machines | Statistics and Probability | Manufacturing Operations Management | Project and Quality Management | Fundamentals of Future Careers Control | INTRA  Mec hanical Design  Engineer  Manu facturing Engineer  Product Design Engineer What Our Graduates Say  Qu ality Engineer

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 learn about many of these techniques. I felt that DCU had the right balance of  Ae rospace lecture to practical-based teaching, which best suited my style of learning. With the  Au tomotive course’s heavy emphasis on computational techniques for both drafting and analysis, the  Biomedical Research and experience gained at DCU and during the six-month work placement greatly increased my Development employment potential, which has been borne out. After completing my degree, I moved to Japan and started work as a design engineer for an automotive component company.  En ergy Systems  High-tech Manufacturing Ciarán Turner, BEng Mechanical and Manufacturing (Semiconductor and 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: Year Two Biomedical Engineering You will cover a combination of mechanical ¬¬ Great employment prospects upon engineering, biological and bioengineering graduation The world of medicine is evolving and subjects. The design-related modules expanding rapidly, with new treatments ¬¬ Ireland is home to 15 of the world’s top are continued from Year One and and new diseases appearing all the time. 20 medical technology companies further developed as they are of primary Similarly, the range and sophistication of importance in linking the disciplines of ¬¬ A chance to make a big improvement in medical devices needed to apply these engineering and healthcare. people’s quality of life treatments and fight these diseases is growing. From cameras that explore blood ¬¬ Small class sizes and lots of hands-on Year Three vessels to scanners that analyse the entire project work You will learn to develop products in human body, biomedical engineering accordance with the relevant regulatory ¬¬ A varied curriculum covering a wide products are in greater demand than ever requirements of the medical device range of sciences and technologies before. industry and join other DCU mechanical ¬¬ Option to complete Year Five and obtain engineering students in a design Traditionally, medical device companies a Masters degree competition. This is then followed by your have relied on employing engineers six-month INTRA placement, generally in ¬¬ Accredited engineering course from such disciplines as mechanical and a medical device company. This period of (see page 173) electronic engineering, and then providing industrial training will provide you with an additional training in bioengineering. insight into the structure and functioning This course now integrates the necessary About You of healthcare companies, and will be aspects of biology and medicine with the invaluable in your future career. As for most engineering degrees, ability technical engineering aspects required to engineer medical devices. in mathematics is a key requirement. A Year Four logical mind and an eye for detail are also You will learn about advanced technologies The School of Mechanical and important qualities. in the fields of rehabilitation engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, in cooperation biomaterials, computer vision and Additional Requirements with the School of Biotechnology and surgical device technology, and how to the School of Electronic Engineering, apply sophisticated computer modelling In addition to the general entry has designed this degree in consultation software in the design process. Your Year requirements for admission to the with the healthcare industry and medical Four project will allow you to work on a University (see page 208), the following community, ensuring you will receive substantial design or research project in an entry requirements apply: minimum a relevant, up-to-date and exciting area related to biomedical engineering. of H4 in Mathematics or H4 in Applied education. Mathematics with H5 in Mathematics. There is an option to leave the course after Course Structure Year Four with a Bachelor of Engineering Year One (Honours) Degree. You will cover the fundamentals of mathematics, physics, engineering and Year Five (optional) computing. A major group project involves The modules in Year Five will expand your the design and building of a radio- design skills further. You will learn the skills controlled device. needed for advanced research and put them into practice in a major research project in a biomedical technology field.

164 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE, OPTIONAL MASTERS DEGREE IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING MAJOR) MEng (AND BEng Contact Details Visit Us Online School Secretary www.dcu.ie/mechanical School of Mechanical Engineering or T +353 (0) 1 700 5104 www.dcu.ie/DC197 E [email protected]

What Will I Study? Year Four CAO code(s) Rehabilitation Engineering | Image DC197 Year One Processing and Analysis | Surgical Device Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2 | Years Technology | Operations Research | Engineering Mechanics-Statics | Project 4 Advanced Biomaterials and Processing and Technical Drawing | Materials Technology | Heat Transfer and Fluid Min points Engineering | Introduction to Electronics | Mechanics | Finite Element Analysis | Fundamentals of Professional 402 Biomedical Engineering Project Development | Numerical Problem Internship Solving for Engineers | Basic Sciences for The option to continue to Year Five Yes Engineering | Software Development for leading to a Masters in Mechanical and Engineers Manufacturing Engineering (Major in Biomedical Engineering) subject to Year Two achieving a H2.2 or above in the four year Mathematics | Design, CAD and CAD/ BEng course. CAM | Strength of Materials | Thermofluid Mechanics | Energy: Thermodynamics | Look online for Year Five modules: Mechanics of Machines | Anatomy | www.dcu.ie/DC197 Biomechanics of Human Movement | Circuits | Cell Biology and Biochemistry

Year Three Product Development and Regulatory Compliance | Mechanics of Machines | Future Careers Immunology and Cell Biology | Lean and 6 Sigma Manufacturing | Product Design |  Re search and Measurement and Signal Processing | Development Fundamentals of Control | Probability and  Project Engineer Engineering Statistics | INTRA  Qu ality Engineer  Clin ical Engineer  Product Development Engineer  Bio materials Engineer  Biomechanical Engineer

In These Areas  Hea lthcare Industry  Med ical Device Companies  Go vernment bodies and medical device regulatory bodies

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

Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

¬¬ The BSc in Enterprise Computing In addition to the general entry Year One is devoted to gaining a strong provides you with a strong foundation in requirements for admission to the overall competence in computing information systems and computing as University (see page 208), the following technologies, such as computers well as in business and management entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 themselves, operating systems, web or H6 in Mathematics. systems and the internet, and to acquiring ¬¬ The strong technical background will fundamental mathematical skills. be complemented with business and Understanding: management skills that allow you to Enterprise Computing In subsequent years, by specialising in improve and transform businesses by information technology, web systems deploying IT efficiently Computing technology has entered every or networking technologies, you will be corner of the commercial and industrial ¬¬ With a strong focus on Digitalisation, equipped with the necessary skills to work world and is a vital component in driving you will be prepared for an exciting, with computing technology across a broad innovation across the business world. It dynamic and successful career in a field spectrum of business enterprises. You will is the backbone of many organisations, that will continue to transform the way be able to manage, improve and re-design including banking and finance, high-tech businesses are run and help to transform the way businesses use computing systems. enterprises, consulting companies and society into the future e-commerce-based online retailers. In Year Three, you will have the opportunity ¬¬ You will enjoy a hands-on, interactive to spend seven months on our INTRA learning experience, with a strong focus This degree will provide you with an paid work placement programme, on practical skills, personal development understanding of how software addresses which integrates academic study with and knowledge application real-world computing problems and will a closely related job. It will give you an teach you how you can best use computing ¬¬ You will acquire a ‘go anywhere’ understanding of the professional and technology to help people to work together qualification that provides you with a practical business world and will help you and give companies a competitive edge in unique skill set that will offer exciting to stand out in the graduate employment the marketplace. You will learn how to use career opportunities, nationally and market. Indeed, many companies recruit and manage information technology and internationally their INTRA students on graduation. You systems to improve and even re-design the are prepared for this work placement way they do business. through modules in Years One to About You Three, and especially through Business The BSc in Enterprise Computing gives you Are you an inquisitive student with an Communication Skills, which includes the foundation for a career in managing entrepreneurial streak - business mindset elements of report writing, making business information systems and with an interest in Computing? If you have presentations, business communications information technology for innovative an interest in information technology, the and business practice. enterprises. This degree is intended to web, social media as well as business and educate high-end IT professionals with like to work creatively in teams, and are In Year Four, you will study advanced knowledge of how business works and interested in management and learning modules in information systems, business the roles of technology in the enterprise. how organisations can use technology and strategy and management. In addition, It will teach practical skills in designing digital solutions to meet current business you will complete a major team-based and managing information systems, and needs, then this course is ideal for you. project. Practical experience is a principal deploying them effectively and creatively. As well as learning about the IT/business component of your learning. Throughout interface, you will develop the personal the four years of the degree, there are The skills you gain will be central to the skills that allow you to work in creative and formal lectures, with a strong emphasis on development of the Irish and, indeed, the innovative IT/business teams. 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.

166 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE BSc Contact Details Visit Us Online

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(s) DC120

Years 4

Min points 354

Internship Yes

The table below shows how the course is Year Two structured over the four years. Along with IT Business and Related Modules | Including a strong emphasis on practical work, there Business Database Management | Business is also a focus on transferable skills, such as Systems Analysis communications skills, entrepreneurship, teamwork, analytical skills, critical thinking Year Three and problem-solving skills, resource Intermediate Specialist Topics | INTRA management, ethical awareness and research skills. Year Four Advanced Specialist Topics | Team Project What Will I Study? For the full list and details of modules, please see www.dcu.ie/DC120 Future Careers Year One Core Introductory to Hardware and  Sys tems Analyst Software Modules | Business topics  Bu siness Analyst including Digital World | Web Design |  Te chnical Support Business Applications  Ne twork Engineer  Web Developer  Project Manager

In These Areas  IT Companies  Finance Companies  Go vernment Sector

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167 BSc in Computer Applications Computing technology affects our everyday lives!

Why DCU? Understanding: Course Structure Computer Applications ¬¬ Computing technology is and will remain Year One is devoted to gaining a strong all around us in our everyday lives. The Computing technology is all around us in competence in computer programming BSc in Computer Applications is Ireland’s our everyday lives, from the mobile phone and to acquiring essential mathematical most popular computing degree that wakes us in the morning to the GPS skills. In subsequent years, specialisms in system in the car to the networking website software engineering will equip you with ¬¬ You will cover a wide range of exciting we post photos on. It is in use in everything the necessary skills to create software and and interesting subjects that enable from booking concert tickets to securing to invent new ways of using it. Examples graduates to work in dynamic, exciting your college place. As intelligent, innovative include web applications, computer games, areas, such as computer games, and forward-thinking people continue to mobile applications and the software that graphics, mobile computing and develop technology, it can help us to solve is contained in the devices we use on a daily electronic commerce problems in a great range of applications basis (e.g. mobile phones, entertainment ¬¬ It gives you an in-depth knowledge of (e.g. traffic circulation, climate modeling, systems and cars). There is a strong software engineering and the practical the study of diseases, systems engineering, emphasis on practical work and working as skills to apply this knowledge business modeling and ecology). As well as part of a team. learning how computers work, you will get ¬¬ This degree prepares you for a an understanding of the technology behind In Year Three, you will have the professional career in computing and computer games, mobile phones, the opportunity to spend six months on information technology internet and many other computing-based paid work placement. The INTRA ¬¬ You can travel with the skills and products. programme integrates academic study knowledge you will learn as they are with closely related jobs. It will give you widely recognised around the world This degree prepares you for a professional an understanding of the professional and career in computing and information practical business world and will help you technology. It gives you an in-depth to stand out in the graduate employment About You knowledge of software engineering and market. This course will appeal to anyone who the practical skills to apply this knowledge is inquisitive and sees the potential of to develop tomorrow’s software. Such You will complete major projects in Years computers in our society, whether they are knowledge is highly sought after by Three and Four. These projects provide an interested in computer games or robotics, employers. opportunity for you to put into practice the mobile phones or electronic commerce. software development techniques studied in class. An annual display of the final-year Additional Requirements students’ work will allow you to showcase your talents to the industrial and business In addition to the general entry communities. It also allows potential requirements for admission to the employers to experience the high standard University (see page 208), the following and broad range of the development work entry requirements apply: minimum of O4 carried out by you on the course. This is or H6 in Mathematics. very popular with industry and draws many prospective employers keen to hire DCU graduates – see our 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 Three CAO code(s) Intermediate Specialist Topics | Project | Year One DC121 INTRA Core Introductory Hardware and Software Years Modules | Networks | Web Design and Year Four 4 Programming Advanced Specialist Topics | Computer Min points Applications Project Year Two 377 Information Systems or Software | Internship Engineering Specialisations Yes

Future Careers  So ftware Engineer  Programmer  Sys tems Analyst  Web Developer  Clo ud Computing Developer  Ap p Developer  Te chnical Consultant  Re search and Development  Fu rther Study - Teaching What Our Graduates Say In These Areas The CA degree’s great range of subject material gives you the opportunity to diversify  Co mputing and Electronic into almost any field. Its strong practical focus has given me the necessary skills to build a Companies successful career in the games industry.  Finance Companies Kevin Boland, Programmer, Electronic Arts  Se lf Employment

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

Why DCU? Additional Requirements The overall aim of the course is to equip you with the knowledge and abilities to ¬¬ First dedicated undergraduate In addition to the general entry enable you to apply the full spectrum university course in Data Science in requirements for admission to the of computing, analytical science and Ireland University (see page 208) the following technology in the pursuit of creating new entry requirements apply: minimum of H2 ¬¬ Unique combination of mathematical information through identifying and in Mathematics. theory, programming practice and validating patterns in data. communication skills Understanding: Data Science We aim to: ¬¬ Industry-relevant, socially responsible, The BSc in Data Science, the first of its ¬¬ Provide a broad educational foundation entrepreneurially-driven. Solve kind in Ireland, is aimed at students who for a career as a Data Scientist for the problems in large organisations, for are interested in a career in big data, data benefit of individual graduates society, or for yourself analytics and related data science roles. ¬¬ Address an identified national ¬¬ Work alongside the two largest ICT ‘Data Science’ is the study of information shortfall and a recognised government research centres in Ireland – the Insight – where it comes from, what it tells us and prioritisation target Centre for Data Analytics and the how to turn it into a resource for business, ADAPT Centre for Digital Content government and social strategies. DCU ¬¬ Further the development and Technology is uniquely positioned to offer this course engagement between the University with proven strengths in computing, and enterprise partners at Irish, ¬¬ Hands-on: work with real data to solve engineering, business and mathematics European and International levels real-world problems that matter together with an enterprise-driven focus ¬¬ Strengthen the presence and activities on innovation, applied problem solving of the national research centres already About You and making a difference in the real-world. based in DCU through their involvement This course is designed to produce more Are you a curious investigator, a story- and support of the proposed course graduates with the skill-sets necessary to teller, and a problem-solver? The BSc in fill the ICT skills gap and meet the demands ¬¬ Offer a unique combination at Data Science is for anyone with a curiosity of employers both at home and abroad. undergraduate level between statistics about the world around them, and wants a and computer science, with a focus on role that helps advise key decision makers Course Structure communication skills in business, government, and society. Data drives the world we live in, and a The BSc in Data Science is focused data scientist’s job is to use computers to on the combination of programming, organise everything we know about the mathematics and communication that world, extract insights and communicate creates valuable insight and professional these to other people. No prior computing expertise. The degree has been developed experience is needed - we will take you from in close collaboration between the novice to expert. university, global centers of research excellence (Insight, ADAPT), and major industry players such as Accenture, AIB, and Intel. You will learn relevant theory in mathematics, statistics, programming, cloud technologies and machine learning. You will then apply this knowledge to industry and socially relevant scenarios using real-world data, and learn to communicate the results. The qualification you will receive is highly marketable, with global demand across numerous sectors, and employed at the highest levels in commercial and other organisations.

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]

What Will I Study? CAO code(s) Year Three Year One DC123 You will put these fundamentals to work You will study the fundamentals: on large data sets, on complex problems, Years mathematics, statistics, programming, and on real-world scenarios in our unique 4 and get a taste of the excitement of data data science ‘pods’, where you will work analytics. Min points with enterprises and cultural institutions 476 on their data and with their people. The Year Two second half of Year Three is dedicated to Places You will build on the skills developed in Year an INTRA placement, where you will join a 20 One and acquire more data and problem Data Science team in a large, data-driven solving proficiency, including machine Internship organisation and gain real understanding learning, visualisation, and data mining Yes of your future role. skills.

Year Four You will bring your skills and learning to bear on tackling creative and practical solutions to complex problems. This will include more ‘pods’, the latest developments in modern computing, Future Careers mathematics and data science, and a significant individual project showcasing  Da ta Scientist your potential.  Bus iness Intelligence Analyst  Cu stomer Insight Lead  Tea m Leader  Ch ief Data Scientist  Director of Analytics  Ris k Analysist  Kn owledge Engineer  Da ta Programmer

In These Areas  Finance  Hea lthcare  Tel ecommunications  No n-profit  Med ia  Re tail  Manu facturing  Spo rt

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171 Faculty of Engineering and Computing Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC200 Common Entry into Engineering (Undenominated Entry) First year only* DC190 BEng and MEng into Electronic and Computer Engineering Four years** DC193 BEng and MEng in Mechatronic Engineering Four years** DC195 BEng and MEng in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Four years** DC197 BEng (and MEng major) in Biomedical Engineering Four years** (* Allows entry to four-year Honours Bachelor or five-year Masters degree courses) (** Option to complete Year Five 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 One. Students successfully completing all modules from Year One will be allowed to progress into Year Two of any available BEng engineering undergraduate course. Students who have been offered a place on a denominated course may, on successful completion of Year One, opt to stay with that course. Or, if their interests have changed, they can switch to one of the other available engineering courses in the Faculty.

Note: This does not include the software engineering option in BSc in Computer Applications DC121 or BSc in Enterprise Computing DC120.

Accredited Engineering Programmes

DCU has always been at the forefront of running accredited engineering courses which meet the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Through Engineers Ireland international agreements, Chartered Engineer accreditation is recognised by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) (UK) and by EU Nations through The European Federation of National Engineering Associates (FEANI). It is also recognised by the USA, Canada, New Zealand and Australia, and many other countries through the Washington Accord. Only Masters awards can achieve Engineers Ireland Chartered Engineer accreditation. Upon successful completion of Year Four 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 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 to develop 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 the growing area. The course will introduce student to the major concepts in data analytics, management, processing, modelling, visualisation and enterprise. You will learn to program, to study mathematics and learn to apply these skills to data from the real world, communicating the results to different audiences.

cao code course title duration DC120 BSc in Enterprise Computing Four years DC121 BSc in Computer Applications Four years DC123 BSc in Data Science Four years subjects required Leaving Certificate Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics (Computer Applications and Enterprise Computing); Minimum of H2 in Mathematics (Data Science) GCE A Level GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics (Computer Applications and Enterprise Computing) GCE A Level C or GCE AS Level B Mathematics (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 second year. Holders of HETAC Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diploma in Computing with Distinction may, in exceptional circumstances, be admitted into Year Three. Each case will be considered on its individual merits. There is no Transfer entry into BSc Data Science.

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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, 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. Our students work with staff who are DCU INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (IOE) passionate about education, who are leaders in their field, who contribute to policy and research, and who are recognized across the world for the quality of their work. As a student of the Institute we expect you 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 the 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 develop 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 six and most of ¬¬ You will work with internationally on course content. those access some form of early childhood recognised experts in early childhood education. State provision of ECEC is education and care In Year One, you will cover the core increasing. information needed to understand young ¬¬ You will be prepared! One of the children and how they develop. main indicators of quality in ECEC This course will equip you to lead is recognised to be the professional education and care provision for children Year Two focuses on the ECEC environment. qualifications and status of those in the age-range birth to six years. You You will learn how to create settings that working with children from birth to six will be prepared for a wide range of support and challenge young children. early education settings. Working with ¬¬ You can take an elective module that young children is a challenging, yet very will prepare you to teach Irish as a Diversity, equality and inclusion are key rewarding, career – our BECE degree will first or second language in Naíonraí themes in Year Three. You will discover help you to be successful by developing for example, or to promote physical how to support and engage with the rich your understanding of: activities in early childhood among other cultures, languages, traditions and needs choices of a diversity of children and their families ¬¬ children’s wellbeing, development and through respectful relationships. learning (birth to 6 years) About You ¬¬ key frameworks such as Aistear: The Year Four focuses on leadership, ethics and Do you want to work with babies, toddlers Early Childhood Curriculum research – you will complete a dissertation and young children in early education in an area of professional interest to you. ¬¬ how children learn through play, indoors and care settings such as preschools, and outdoors community playgroups, Naíonraí and Throughout the course, theory is put into crèches? Are you deeply interested in young ¬¬ how to plan and deliver quality learning practice through placement in a range of children’s well-being, development and experiences for young children different early education settings such as learning? Are you committed to your own community-based crèches, specialised ¬¬ your professional responsibilities, personal and professional development early intervention programmes, privately- leadership and management and willing to challenge your assumptions run preschools and policy settings. You about children and childhoods? The ¬¬ the wider social and legislative context will work with children from a variety Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and its impact on children and families of linguistic, social, ethnic and cultural will provide you with a professional backgrounds. You will also work with ¬¬ how best to work and respectfully qualification as an educator, innovator children who have special educational communicate and build relationships and leader in the field of early childhood, needs. with the diversity of children, parents, working with and for children from birth to colleagues and other professionals 6 years. You will learn how best to care for We see the relationship between the and support children during those crucial Garda vetting has been introduced for child and educator as key to quality early early years. students who have unsupervised access education and care. Throughout the to children and vulnerable adults as course, we emphasise the importance of part of their studies at DCU. Applicants sensitive communication between child must successfully pass the Garda vetting and educator and the need to foster process in order to complete the process of collaborative relationships with families. registration. 178 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS (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 Three CAO code(s) Children, Families and Communities | DC001 Year One Children’s Participation in ECE: | Assessing Child Development 1 (Communication and Years Early Learning and Development | Current Language) | Child Protection and Legal 4 Issues in ECE | Special Educational Needs | Frameworks | Creativity 1 and 2 | National Psychological Perspectives: Young Min points Frameworks for ECE (Ireland) | Play Children’s Thinking and Learning | Early 388 and Learning 1 | Wellbeing, Health and Mathematics Learning | Language, Nutrition 1 and 2 | Issues in Professional Places Literacy and Culture 1 | Issues in Learning and Practice | Professional 65 Professional Learning and Practice | Practice Professional Practice ) Year Two Year Four Child Development 2 (Environments Language Literacy and Culture 2 | and Interactions) | Contemporary Leadership and Management in ECEC Curriculum 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  Ear ly Childhood Educator  Mana ger  Director  Co -ordinator What Our Graduates Say  Trainer  Ear ly Years Specialist The BECE is a course of many opportunities! From the opportunity to interact with other  Ea rly Years Inspector students and make friends on day one, to the opportunity of learning through real life experiences throughout the year. The support given by both staff and students is truly  Me ntor extraordinary! In These Areas Ciarán Harmon  Preschool  Naí onraí The BECE course has allowed me to experience college life to the highest degree. Receiving support from all of our lecturers allowed me to settle in well from day one.  Cr èches Working with my classmates in daily tasks and group projects has ensured a strong sense  Na tional Voluntary of unity within our course. I have learned more about myself by having the opportunity Organisations to work with young children as part of placement and with others in my year as part of  Ea rly Years Inspectorate different societies.  City and County Childcare Síofra Boyne Committees  Statutory Bodies The BECE degree in DCU has provided me with experience that will last a life time.  De velopment Agencies Thanks to the high standards of lectures received I have been able to put all of the theory I learn into practice while on placement, something that truly opens your eyes to the Look online (website details at top of page) for more information about future importance of supporting children's development on a daily basis. careers in your chosen field

Emily McNamara

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 Understanding: in Institiúidí Ardoideachais. Is féidir suas Primary Teaching ¬¬ You will be taught by internationally go 10% de na háiteanna ar na cúrsaí recognised experts in primary teacher Teaching is a highly skilled and challenging múinteoireachta sa bhunoideachas, a education activity – it requires expert knowledge, but bheith curtha in áirithe d’iarratasóirí also the ability to apply that knowledge ¬¬ You will gain experience in a broad Gaeltachta. Caithfidh an t-iarratasóir a flexibly and to adapt it quickly to new range of classes in different types of bheith ina c(h)ónaí in áit atá ainmnithe situations. Teachers must be able to handle schools, including multi-grade classes in go hoifigiúil mar Ghaeltacht agus unexpected events in the classroom and small schools caithfear a bheith in ann a dheimhniú to use these imaginatively to promote gurb í an Ghaeilge gnáth-theanga bhaile ¬¬ You will select from a range of learning. We will give you the opportunities an iarratasóra. Féadann iarratasóirí specialisms designed to prepare you to you need to develop your subject Gaeltachta iarratas a chur isteach ar be a leader and innovator in education knowledge, your understandings of how DC002 agus DC003 araon, más mian leo. children learn and how schools work, and ¬¬ Most teaching happens in small groups your classroom management skills. where you’ll get to know your fellow DC004 Restricted Entry: Students with H6 students well or O5 in Irish may be offered places but only All entrants through the DC004 restricted if there are insufficient candidates meeting ¬¬ You will conduct an action research entry route must be aware of and willing to the H5 Irish requirement. Candidates with project in the final year of your course support the distinctive ethos of Protestant H6 take precedence over those with O5. primary schools. A Link Module of the Leaving Certificate About You Vocational Programme may be presented DC004 students take an additional as one of the six subjects for the calculation Teaching is a demanding and a caring qualification in Religious Studies and of points but will not qualify as a subject for profession so you will need to be highly Religious Education to prepare them matriculation purposes. Applicants must motivated. You should be deeply interested to teach the Follow Me programme apply through CAO by 1st February. Late in children, in how they learn and how in schools under Church of Ireland, applications cannot be accepted. they experience and interpret the world. Methodist, Presbyterian and Society of You should also enjoy working with, and Friends patronage. Students will also take DC005 Restricted Entry: This is the entry learning from, other people. You must be a denominational specialism track modules, route for the Bachelor of Education (Irish good communicator. a module in Irish Language and Literature, Sign Language, ISL). Students entering a short intensive course in Irish and a one- through this route must be Deaf or Hard We expect our students to be committed week placement in a Gaelscoil. of Hearing and must be competent users to their own personal and professional of Irish Sign language. Applicants will development and to be willing to challenge DC002/DC003/DC005 students be asked to provide evidence of hearing their assumptions about teaching, learning, who choose the optional Catholic status and will have competency in Irish schools and society. denominational strand take three modules Sign Language assessed before a place is in Catholic Religious Education. They must offered. Students are required to meet the Additional Requirements also successfully complete three additional minimum entry requirements for DC002. modules leading to a Catholic Certificate In addition to the general entry Students are not required to have a H4 in in Religious Studies,to be qualified to teach requirements for admission to the Irish. Applicants must apply through CAO in a school under Catholic patronage. University (see page 208), the following by 1 February. Late applications cannot be entry requirements apply: a minimum of accepted. Garda vetting has been introduced for H5 in not less than three subjects and a students who have unsupervised access minimum of O6/H7 in three other subjects to children and vulnerable adults as which must include H4 in Gaeilge; O4 or H7 part of their studies at DCU. Applicants in English; O4 or H7 in Mathematics. must successfully pass the Garda vetting process in order to complete the process of registration.

180 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS BACHELOR OF EDUCATION ( EDUCATION OF BACHELOR Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable graduates to register as †primary teachers T +353 (0) 1 884 2212 www.dcu.ie/DC002 with the Teaching Council of Ireland (see page 234 for further E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC003 details). [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC004 [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC005 †Graduates of *DC005 will be qualified to work in deaf education [email protected] settings only. These settings include Schools for the Deaf and classes for Deaf/Hard of Hearing children in mainstream schools.

DC004 is a restricted entry pathway for Church of Ireland, Methodist, Presbyterian, Society of Friends, Baptist and other reformed Christian applicants.

*DC005 is a restricted entry pathway for applicants who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and who use Irish Sign Language. BEd

CAO code(s) Course Structure You will learn how to work with children in DC002 ) ways that are democratic and enable them Our BEd is designed to help you become a to engage in an ethical way with the world. DC003 skilled and creative teacher. All students Gaeltacht applicants study Education, complete 30 weeks Year Four focuses on deepening your School Placement and visit the Gaeltacht expertise. It will provide you with DC004 for four weeks. You will also take specialism opportunities to think about big ideas in (CIC - Restricted) subjects relevant to teaching. You will education such as social justice, inclusion be part of a small study group (a tutorial and working in a school community. You will DC005 group) and this will give you a chance to also undertake a research project. (ISL - Restricted)* share your experiences of school placement and your thoughts on course content. Years 4 Specialism Track Modules You will spend time in schools in each year, Min points with extended placements in each of Years The BEd also provides opportunities for 464 (DC002) Three and Four. You will start by observing students to specialise in key areas of 424 (DC003) the class teacher and will build up gradually learning. 366 (DC004) to teaching all day. Throughout your N/A (DC005)* placements, you will be supported by both DC002 and DC003: In Year One, you will (New Course) faculty and school staff. select a maximum of three options from English, Gaeilge, Geography, History, Places The majority of DC004 placements will Mathematics, Music, and Religious Studies. 400 (DC002) and be in schools under Church of Ireland, You can continue with one of these as a (DC003) Methodist, Presbyterian and Society of Major Specialism in Years Two to Four, or 32 (DC004) Friends patronage with a particular focus may decide to opt for Digital Learning, 6 (DC005) on developing the experience and skills Drama in Education, Early Childhood for teaching multi-grade classes in small Education, Human Development, Human schools. Rights and Citizenship Education, Literacy *Subject to Teaching Education, Music Education, Physical Council Accreditation The majority of DC005 placements will be Education, Science Education, Special in Schools for the Deaf, or classes for Deaf/ and Inclusive Education or Visual Arts Hard of Hearing children in mainstream Education. (The number of places on some schools. specialisms is restricted and options are subject to change). In Years One and Two, you will cover the basics needed for teaching. You will come DC004: In Year One you will take modules to understand how children think and learn in Religious Studies, Irish Language, and in active ways. Your curriculum courses will select one option from English, Gaeilge, prepare you to teach all the subjects of Geography, History, Mathematics and the primary curriculum using approaches Music. In Years Two to Four, you must follow that develop children’s understanding and a particular specialism which prepares you motivation. You will also take modules to teach in small schools and multi-level in Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology of classes. Education and History of Education. DC005: In Year One you will take a module In Year Three, you will review what you on Deaf Communities and their Histories. have learned to date and will apply it in In Years Two to Four, you must follow a different situations. You will deepen your particular specialism in deaf education. understanding of classroom contexts and of how to plan for rich learning experiences.

181 182 HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS BACHELOR OF EDUCATION ( EDUCATION OF BACHELOR Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable graduates to register as †primary teachers T +353 (0) 1 884 2212 www.dcu.ie/DC002 with the Teaching Council of Ireland (see page 234 for further E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC003 details). [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC004 [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC005 †Graduates of *DC005 will be qualified to work in deaf education [email protected] settings only. These settings include Schools for the Deaf and classes for Deaf/Hard of Hearing children in mainstream schools.

DC004 is a restricted entry pathway for Church of Ireland, CAO code(s) Methodist, Presbyterian, Society of Friends, Baptist and other DC002 reformed Christian applicants.

*DC005 is a restricted entry pathway for applicants who are Deaf or DC003 Hard of Hearing and who use Irish Sign Language. Gaeltacht applicants

DC004 BEd

(CIC - Restricted) )

What Will I Study? Year Three DC005 Philosophy, Ethics and Citizenship | [Module Titles are Subject to Change] (ISL - Restricted)* Integrating Learning Across the Curriculum | Literacy and Language Years Year One Litearthacht agus Teanga | Local Studies 4 Foundations in Education and Early and Mathematics | School Placement | Childhood Education | Literacy and Min points School Placement Studies | Optional Language Litearthacht agus Teanga | 464 (DC002) Track Modules - Major Specialism | Visual Arts and Music Education | Drama 424 (DC003) DC004 Denominational Module | Centre and Physical Education | STEM Education 366 (DC004) for Catholic Education Denominational and Social Studies | Assessment, Digital N/A (DC005)* Module Learning and Inclusive and Special (New Course) Education | Teacher as a Reflective Year Four Places Practitioner | Gaeilge | School Placement | Foundations in Education and Ethics | 400 (DC002) and Optional Track Modules - Foundations Literacy and Language Litearthacht agus (DC003) in Humanities | DC004 Denominational Teanga | Math Ed, Assessment, Digital Module | DC004 Irish Language and 32 (DC004) Learning | Inclusive/Special Education and Literature | Centre for Catholic Education 6 (DC005) Social Inclusion | Research Project | Schools Denominational Module as Communities | School Placement | Major Specialism *Subject to Teaching Year Two Council Accreditation SPHE, Ethics and Social Studies | Module content on *DC005 may differ Foundations in Education | Literacy and slightly from above. Language Litearthacht agus Teanga | Future Careers Visual Arts and Music Education | Drama and Physical Education | STEM and  Tea cher Early Childhood Education | Teacher as  Principal Reflective Practitioner | School Placement |  Tea cher Educator Optional Track Modules - Major  Edu cational Specialism | DC004 Denominational Module | Centre for Catholic Education Administrator Denominational Module  Co nsultant  Co ntent Writer  Re searcher  Sc hool Inspector

What Our Graduates Say In These Areas  Primary Schools On the Bachelors of Education course we are equipped with all the tools to guide and  Go vernment support young growing minds. As well as learning how to teach the subjects on the Departments primary school curriculum, your knowledge and understanding of the world will deepen through great interactive lectures.  Na tional Voluntary Organisations Colm Bannon, BEd  Statutory Bodies  De velopment Agencies

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Why DCU? Additional Requirements Course Structure

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

184 BACHELOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ( EDUCATION RELIGIOUS OF BACHELOR HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable graduates to register with Dr. PJ Sexton www.dcu.ie/DC010 (English) the Teaching Council of Ireland (see page 234 for T +353 (0) 1 884 2217 www.dcu.ie/DC011 (History) further details). Graduates can apply immediately E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC012 (Music) for employment in second level schools as teachers of Religious Education and their related course subject (English/History/Music) up to and including Honours Leaving Certificate level.

Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics Music BRelEd (English) Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics The study of music combines an provides a strong foundation for teaching opportunity to develop your own CAO code(s) Religious Education in post primary schools musicianship to a high level with a DC010 and meets the subject criteria required chance to experience and engage with Years BRelEd by the Teaching Council of Ireland. The a wide range of musical styles through 4 subjects include: Ethics; Philosophy; performance, through historical, Scripture; Systematic Theology; World analytical and contextual inquiry, and Min points ) Religions. Students are encouraged to through composition. Subject areas 349 critically engage with a wide range of include compositional techniques, music Places topics and develop the skills to work in history and contextual studies, solfège/ 45 contexts of cultural and religious diversity. musicianship and keyboard skills, choral and instrumental performance, Irish English traditional music, choral conducting, and Studying English Literature provides music technology. All students participate BRelEd (History) you with the skills to think creatively and in performance ensembles (choir, trad CAO code(s) intelligently about the fundamental roles group, orchestra), which play an active role DC011 played by storytelling and song-making in the university’s cultural life, and which in civilization. You will engage with a wide prepare you for the diverse challenges Years range of literature and become familiar involved in music teaching and musical life 4 with the vital characteristics and contexts more broadly. Min points of drama, poetry, film and fiction. You will study style and substance: what 373 literature describes, but also how it does Places it. Our priority is developing your critical 40 independence, enabling you to read and reflect on literary texts across traditions: from Greek tragedy to Breaking Bad, Jane Austen to Father Ted, Shakespeare to BRelEd (Music) Kanye West. (RESTRICTED)

CAO code(s) History DC012 Our aim is to provide you, as students of History, with the material and Years methodologies which will equip you to 4 discover, examine, and interpret some of Min points the major issues and questions which will 367 inevitably arise from your studies. The course offers a broad range of modules Places covering topics in Irish, European and 20 World History from the Medieval to the Modern period.

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 One 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 Chorale | Repertoire | Technology Portfolio Introduction to Religious Education | School Ireland and England under the Tudors | | Irish Traditional Music Placement Programme 1 From Wittenberg to Westphalia: Europe, 1500-1648 | Late Medieval and Early Year Four 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 | Chorale | Themes and Issues | Theological for Third Level Musicianship – Keyboard Aural Skills Anthropology | Topics in Continental Philosophy | Research Paper History Year Three From Union to Treaty: Ireland, 1800 – 1921 | Education and School Placement English The Making of Modern Europe, 1789 – 1918 | Teaching Studies Advanced | History Postmodernism | Reading Seminar After the Revolution: Ireland, 1922 – 98 | and Philosophy of Education | Religious 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 Writing/ Theology, Religious Studies and Ethics Counterpoint | Theory / Solfège | World Religions | Philosophy and Sociology Music Performance: Instrumental/ Chorale | 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, Chorale Religion and Gender Year Two 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 | School Placement History History: 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 BACHELOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ( EDUCATION RELIGIOUS OF BACHELOR HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS Additional Information Contact Details Visit Us Online This course will enable graduates to register Dr. PJ Sexton www.dcu.ie/DC010 (English) with the Teaching Council of Ireland (see page T +353 (0) 1 884 2217 www.dcu.ie/DC011 (History) 234 for further details). Graduates can apply E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/DC012 (Music) immediately for employment in second level schools as teachers of Religious Education and their related course subject (English/History/ Music) up to and including Honours Leaving Certificate level.

What Our Graduates Say

My time on the BRelEd English course was excellent. Lectures, lecturers and facilities were top class while also a staggering development of the student teacher so as not to overwhelm anyone. The brand of this degree is top class and knowing that gives graduates BRelEd great confidence in everything they do after the four years on the course.

Morgan Kelly, BRelEd (English) )

I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a direct pathway into the teaching profession. It is Ireland’s best-kept secret! Future Careers Brian Malone, BRelEd (History)  Po st Primary Teacher

Not only did the music aspect cover everything I need to know to become a competent (RE and English/History/ music teacher, but it also nourished my love of music. Since graduating I have secured a Music) teaching position in a fantastic secondary school in Dublin where I teach alongside ten  Principal other BRelEd graduates.  Ed ucational Leadership  Edu cational Sinead Blake, BRelEd (Music) Administrator  Co nsultant  Broadcaster  Jour nalism  Ch aplaincy  Pa rish Ministry  The Arts  Poe try  Historian  Mu sician Composer

In These Areas  Po st Primary Schools  Go vernment Departments  Private Sector  Int ernational Development Agencies  Med ia  Cul ture and Heritage

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

Why DCU? Understanding: Teaching including School Placements Post-Primary Teacher Education One of the most exciting and rewarding ¬¬ Specialised centre of excellence, with a elements of the course is our hands-on rich history in Teacher Education – it’s The four-year Post Primary Teacher approach to school placement. Over the what we do Education – Gaeilge and French/German/ four years of the course students have an Spanish degree is a ‘concurrent’ teacher ¬¬ 25% Teaching Placement – preparing opportunity to gain valuable and extensive education course – meaning that the you to teach in the 21st-century experience within a range of teaching academic and professional formation of classroom and learning environments including the teacher is integrated into all four years. engagement in observation of practice, ¬¬ You will be qualified to teach Gaeilge This is in contrast with the ‘consecutive micro-teaching, peer-teaching, team- and French, German or Spanish to model’ where students first complete an teaching and school based placement (in Honours Leaving Certificate Level undergraduate degree and must then both primary and post-primary sectors). apply for entry to the Professional Masters Students are supported throughout their in Education in order to qualify as a post About You professional development by experienced primary teacher. school placement tutors and school-based Are you interested in playing a key role in cooperating teachers. School placement the language development of the next Garda vetting has been introduced for also enables students to learn about generation? This course will prepare you in students who have unsupervised access and involve themselves with the wider the two languages - Gaeilge with French to children and vulnerable adults as school community through engaging with or German or Spanish - while placing part of their studies at DCU. Applicants activities, initiatives and work outside of an emphasis on teamwork, leadership, must successfully pass the Garda vetting their classroom teaching. There is a specific communication and creativity – skills process in order to complete the process of focus on this aspect of school life during that will inspire you to work as a post registration. Context and Engagement week. primary teacher and also a variety of other professions. Course Structure Languages A major attraction of this four-year course There is a shortage of language teachers Additional Requirements is that you will study in small class groups in the post-primary sector at present and In addition to the general entry within the larger University context. graduates of this course will be highly requirements for admission to the Throughout the course students will cover sought after. The course will enable you University (see page 208), the following the following integrated areas: to reach a high standard of competence entry requirements apply: a minimum of H3 in Gaeilge and your chosen language so in Gaeilge and a minimum of H3 in French Foundational and Professional Studies in that you will be a confident and effective or German or Spanish. Education language teacher. All students will We offer a student-friendly, supportive, undertake a two-month internship in the open, dynamic and practical approach Gaeltacht and the second half of Year to the study of Education. Given its Three will be spent in a country where diverse nature, the study of Education French, German or Spanish is spoken. and Languages is exciting, engaging, and As well as learning the languages to a challenging; something that is reflected in high level, you will study a wide range of the variety of modules on offer to students literature and become familiar with the over the course of their four years. vital characteristics and contexts of drama, poetry, film and fiction. You will study modules in applied linguistics i.e. how to teach languages and how langauges are learned. There will be modules on how to assess language learners and how to teach students with different learning needs.

188 AND FRENCH, GERMAN OR SPANISH OR GERMAN FRENCH, AND BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN GAEILGE HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE HONOURS Additional Information Contact Details This course will enable graduates to register with T +353 (0) 1 884 2212 the Teaching Council of Ireland (see page 234 for E [email protected] further details). Graduates can apply immediately Visit Us Online for employment in second level schools as teachers www.dcu.ie/DC013 of Gaeilge and their related course subject (French, German or Spanish) up to and including Honours Leaving Certificate level.

CAO code(s) DC013 What Will I Study? Year Three Years Curriculum, Policy and Assessment | Year One 4 Teagasc na Gaeilge/Teaching Irish | An Education Theories 1 | Introduction to Ghaeilge mar Theanga Shainfheidhme/ Min points the Study of Language Cúrsa Teanga 1/ Irish for Specific Purposes (CLIL) | Prós na N/A Irish Language 1 | Filíocht na Gaeilge/ Gaeilge 1 (online module)/Irish Prose 1 | Irish Poetry | Assessment, Learning and (New Course) School Placement 3 and Reflective Practice Teaching | History of Irish Education Places and Current Issues | Microteaching and Teaching French as a Foreign Language or 60 Placement Preparation 1 | Introduction to Teaching German as a Foreign Language Applied Linguistics or Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language Future Careers ¬¬ French Language 3 or German ¬¬ French Language and/or Literature or Language 3 or Spanish Language 3  Po st Primary Teacher German Language and/or Literature or ¬¬ French Society and Literature or Spanish Language and/or Literature (Gaeilge and French/ German Society and Literature or German/Spanish) ¬¬ Foundation, Professional and Spanish Society and Literature  Principal Pedagogical Studies (FPP) modules delivered through the target language  Ed ucational Leadership Year Two as part of a semester abroad in a  Edu cational Digital Media and Language Learning | country where French, German or Administrator Language Pedagogy (Irish, French/ Spanish is spoken  Translator German/Spanish) (as Gaeilge) |  Interpreter Introduction to Inclusive Education | Cúrsa Year Four  Consultant Teanga 2/Irish Language 2 | Drámaíocht & Action Research Project (ARP) | Education Scannánaíocht/Irish Drama and Film |  Broadcaster Theories 2 (Advanced) | Cúrsa Teanga 3/ Assessing Language Learning | School  Jour nalist Irish Language 3 | Prós na Gaeilge 2/Irish Placement 2  Le cturer Prose 2 | School Placement 4  The Arts ¬ ¬ French Language 5 or German  Poetry Language 5 or Spanish Language 5 ¬¬ French Advanced Oral Skills or German Advanced Oral Skills or Spanish  Lit erature ¬¬ French Literature and Film or German Advanced Oral Skills Literature and Film or Spanish In These Areas Literature and Film  Po st Primary Schools ¬¬ French Language 6 or German  Language 6 or Spanish Language 6 Government Departments  Private Sector  Eur opean Community Agencies  Med ia  Cul ture 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, Flexible Learning Mode) ¬¬ Experience a well-established course both in the formal and informal sectors The full-time delivery mode is delivered ¬¬ Develop your skills in a course that (adult education, community education during traditional university hours. The blends education and training and workplace education and training) flexible delivery mode is delivered* two as they have evolved in the social and ¬¬ Diversify your future career prospects evenings per week and on occasional historical context in Ireland Saturdays and is also a designated full- ¬¬ Experience personal and professional ¬¬ Enhancing your understanding of the time course. You must select your delivery development over the course of your key theories underpinning education, mode upon registration. study community development and ¬¬ Qualify as a Further Education Teacher, organisational learning Your degree course focuses on the fully recognised by the Teaching Council development of specialist knowledge and ¬¬ Providing you with the practical and of Ireland skills in the areas of: theoretical skills necessary to deliver quality education and training ¬¬ Social and personal development About You ¬¬ Enhancing your abilities to communicate ¬¬ Practice-based teaching and learning Do you enjoy the challenge of working effectively in a learning environment closely with people and helping them ¬¬ Curriculum design, implementation, to advance their knowledge, skills and The Further Adult and Continuing assessment and evaluation and attitudes in a wide range of settings? If Education stream (FACE) option (available instructional design so, then the BSc in Education and Training after Year Two), which extends the course ¬¬ Interpersonal communications and is the ideal course. If the psychological to four years, will enable graduates to education for multicultural and diverse foundations of learning are important register with the Teaching Council of societies to you and you want to understand how Ireland as Further Education Teachers upon your knowledge can be employed across successful completion of the course. ¬¬ Information and communications a range of environments, then we will technology applications in education support your learning through a wide range Foundation Programme in Education & and training of methodologies and an enlightened Training (NAVET): Students undertaking ¬¬ Learning styles and group development approach to teaching, learning and a specific Quality and Qualifications and learning difficulties assessment. Ireland (QQI) approved course in Education and Training in designated Further ¬¬ Information communication technology Additional Requirements Education Centres may access the degree for education and training on successful completion of a course of The general entry requirements for ¬¬ Policy and practice in education and study jointly delivered by DCU and the admission to the University apply (see page training contexts designated centres (see page 192 for 208). further details). *Flexible mode delivery is dependant on student numbers. Understanding: Education and Training Garda vetting has been introduced for There is a strong demand for educators students who have unsupervised access Optional Year across Ireland, from individual communities to children and vulnerable adults as At the end of Year Two of the BSc in through to large organisations. There are part of their studies at DCU. Applicants Education and Training course, students always people who want and need to learn. must successfully pass the Garda vetting may choose to either progress directly Teaching and training are very desirable process in order to complete the process of into final year or to register for an optional skills and this course will help you to develop registration. extra year after which they will complete those skills by: their final year.

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

This course (4 year option) will enable graduates Full-time and Flexible Learning www.dcu.ie/DC235 IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING to register as Further Education Teachers with Dr. Peter Tiernan the Teaching Council of Ireland (see page 234 for T +353 (0) 1 884 2219 further details). E [email protected]

Students who complete the course in Optional Year Three Full-time Mode three years will graduate with the BSc in Practical Teaching Placement | Professional CAO code(s) Education and Training, while graduates Development | Reflective Practice | Special DC235 of the four-year course will be awarded Methods | Quality Assurance in Further Years the BSc in Education and Training and will Education 3 or 4 be recognised by the Teaching Council of Ireland as qualified teachers of Further Final Year Min points Education. Values, Identity and Intercultural Learning | 306 Human Resources and Training in a Places Globalised World | Equality, Access What Will I Study? and Inclusion | Developing a Research 80 Perspective | Project 1 | Professional Year One 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 Flexible Learning Development | Social and Personal 2 | Philosophical Perspectives on Education Mode Development with Communication Skills | CAO code(s) Human Development - Power and Politics | Optional Modules DC235 Concepts and Contexts in Education and Uaneen Non-Contributing Module (extra- Training | Microteaching and Teaching Years curricular module) Preparation | Citizenship, Diversity and 3 or 4 Inclusion The Teaching Council of Ireland requires Min points those who want to register as teachers N/A Year Two in Further Education to have a primary Assessment and Feedback | Advanced Places degree and a qualification in Further Teaching Strategies | Professional Skills 30 Education teacher education. DCU’s and Practice | Psychology of Individual 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 graduates to Mediation Skills for the Learning Context | register as Further Education Teachers with Reflective Work-Based Practice | Policy and the Teaching Council of Ireland. Structures in Education and Training | Sociology of Education and Training | Future Careers Entrepreneurship in Education and Training  Edu cation  Training

In These Areas  Pre-school  Co mmunity Education  Adu lt Education What Our Graduates Say  Pu blic Sector  Private Sector It’s been such a stepping stone for me in creating a great career for the future. Look online (website details at top of Melanie Murphy (Full-time delivery mode) page) for more information about future careers in your chosen field

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 ¬¬ It offers an accelerated route into higher In the case of mature applicants, other Training education experience apart from performance in examinations is taken into consideration Being able to teach/train other people is ¬¬ Students will have the opportunity – this may be work experience, further a vital asset that affects organisations to bridge their experience of further studies or other such experience deemed to and entire communities. Everywhere there education with higher education be relevant to the application. are people who need and want to learn, ¬¬ The adult learning approach is suited to and if you are interested in teaching and mature students All applicants are assessed based on their training, then this course will help you to application details and are usually called develop your skills. It will also create many ¬¬ If you decide not to proceed to DCU for an interview conducted jointly by opportunities by: after the course, you still gain a Whitehall College of Further Education and recognised full Level 5 qualification DCU. ¬¬ Developing your understanding of all ¬¬ You will have two module exemptions aspects of education and training, both in Year One of the BSc in Education and DCU and Whitehall College select students in the formal and informal sectors (adult Training on the basis of merit and are committed education, community education and to equality of opportunity. All qualified workplace education and training) as persons are encouraged to apply. We they have evolved in Ireland’s social and About You especially welcome applications from historical context If you enjoy the challenge of working minority groups, as they are under- ¬¬ Enhancing your understanding of the closely with people and helping them to represented in third-level education. key theories underpinning education, advance their knowledge as well as your Members of the Travelling community, community development and own, then this course is the ideal start. If persons with disabilities, persons of organisational learning the psychological foundations of learning ethnic minority and others with the skills are important to you and you want to and knowledge to productively engage ¬¬ Providing you with the practical and understand how your knowledge can be with diverse communities are especially theoretical skills necessary to deliver employed across a range of environments, welcome. quality education and training then the Foundation Programme in Education and Training is for you. How to Apply Garda vetting has been introduced for Apply for this course directly through students who have unsupervised access ¬¬ Have you recently completed your Whitehall College of Further Education. to children and vulnerable adults as Leaving Certificate and want to go to part of their studies at DCU. Applicants university but cannot transfer directly See www.whitehallcollege.com must successfully pass the Garda vetting based on your results OR process in order to complete the process of ¬¬ Have you completed your Leaving Contact Whitehall College registration. Certificate in the last few years but T +353 (0) 1 837 6011 or chosen not to go to university +353 (0) 1 837 6012 F +353 (0) 1 837 7717 ¬¬ Are you a mature student (aged 23 years or more) who has always wanted to go on to further study but do not know how to take that first step

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

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) Students who successfully complete both the course and the Level 5 Certificate ¬¬ Social and Personal Development in Education and Training (5M3635) in and Communication Skills (DCU Whitehall College of Further Education Component) may be eligible to progress to Year One of the full time BSc in Education and Training What Will I Study? course in DCU. However, this is dependent on the student passing with at least an In addition to the core modules on your QQI overall merit. Level 5 course, you will study the following modules at DCU:

Between DCU and Whitehall you will cover: ¬¬ Concepts and Contexts in Education and Training ¬¬ Communications ¬¬ Social and Personal Development with Future Careers ¬¬ Concepts in Education and Training Communication Skills  Edu cation  Training

In These Areas What Our Graduates Say  Pre-school DCU’s Foundation course in Education and Training gave me the opportunity to study in a  Fu rther Education & university but with the structure and support of a QQI course. The Foundation course gave Training me access to BSc in Education & Training and by then I already had friends, knew my way  Co mmunity Education around the college, and had completed two of the modules. Most importantly I realised I  Adu lt Education had the ability to succeed in such an exciting and challenging environment.  Pu blic Sector Dearbháil Lawless, PhD candidate and lecturer  Private Sector  Training  Instructional Design  Cur riculum and Training Design

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193 DCU Institute of Education Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC001 Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Four years 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 Student s 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. 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 DC002 Bachelor of Education Four years DC003 Bachelor of Education (Gaeltacht applicants) Four years (See Additional Special Course Requirements for DC003) DC004 Bachelor of Education (CIC) - Restricted Entry* Four years DC005 Bachelor of Education (ISL) - Restricted Entry** Four years subjects required Leaving Certificate A minimum of H5 in no fewer than three subjects and a minimum of O6/H7 in three other subjects. Programme requirements: Gaeilge H4, English and Mathematics O4/H7. * DC004 Restricted Entry: students with minimum of H6 or O5 in Irish may be offered places but only if there are insufficient candidates meeting the H5 Irish requirement. Candidates with H6 take precedence over those with O5. 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. **DC005: Students are required to meet the minimum entry requirements for DC002. They are not required to have a H4 in Irish. 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 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 Requests will be considered from students who are about to complete or have recently successfully completed the Year One of a full-time BEd degree course or its equivalent in a recognised third level institution nationally. Applicants must meet the entry requirements of the class to which they are requesting transfer, normally including the CAO points’ requirement. Applicants who entered their current course on mature grounds must satisfy the course entry requirements for mature students. Applicants may be required to attend for interview. Transfer is subject to availability of places. DC004: There is no entry path for Transfer Applicants. DC005: There is no entry path for Transfer Applicants.

Additional Special Course Requirements Mature applicants to Bachelor of Education (DC002, DC004 and DC005) If you are applying for mature entry to the Bachelor of Education course you must apply to CAO by 1st February. In March, those meeting the eligibility criteria will receive a link to a supplementary form and instructions for completing and submitting this form. Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria and complete the supplementary form will be invited to attend for a general interview and oral Irish test. Applicants to DC005 will not complete an oral Irish test, but are subject to the additional special course requirements outlined below. * Iarratasóirí Gaeltachta Amháin (DC003) In Institiúidí Ardoideachais, is féidir suas go 10% de na h-áiteanna ar na cúrsaí múinteoireachta sa bhunoideachas, a bheith curtha in áirithe d’iarratasóirí Gaeltachta. Caithfidh an t-iarratasóir a 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. DC004 Restricted Entry: Students with a minimum of H6 or O5 in Irish may be offered places but only if there are insufficient candidates meeting the H5 Irish requirement. Candidates with H6 take precedence over those with O5. 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. DC005 Restricted Entry: This is the entry route for the Bachelor of Education (Irish Sign Language). Students entering through this route must be Deaf or Hard of Hearing and they must be competent users of Irish Sign language. Applicants will be asked to provide evidence of their hearing status and they will have their competency in Irish Sign Language assessed before a place is offered.

cao code course title duration DC010 Bachelor of Religious Education and English Four years DC011 Bachelor of Religious Education and History Four years 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. Such students may be admitted to Year One of the course and exempt from certain modules. 195 DCU Institute of Education Course Requirements

cao code course title duration DC012 Bachelor of Religious Education and Music (RESTRICTED) Four years 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). Applicants must take Music Aural and Performance tests. GCE A Level A minimum grade D in GCE A2 Level Music or a minimum grade C in GCE AS Level Music. Students unable to take GCE A2 or AS Level Music may apply directly to the Head of Music for equivalency at the Music test. Applicants must also pass the Music 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. Such students may be admitted to Year One of the course and exempt from certain modules. Eligible applicants will be required to successfully complete the Music Entrance tests. 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) Applicants must take Music Aural and Performance Tests. For details, please visit www.dcu.ie/DC012

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

196 DCU INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS

cao code course title duration DC013 Bachelor of Education in Gaeilge and French, German or Spanish Four years 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, French, 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 Candidates must apply through the CAO (www. cao.ie) by 1st February. Upon completing the CAO application, all applicants will be required to attend for an interview and language competency test in Gaeilge and their chosen second language. For details, please visit the relevant course information web page.

cao code course title duration DC235 BSc in Education and Training Three years DC235 BSc in Education and Training (Further, Adult and Continuing Education) Four years (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 Students 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 Student s 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

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5M2009 Early Childhood Care and Education Students 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 Students 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 Students 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 Students 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 Students must have attained the FULL Level 5 QQI award with distinctions in five modules. 5N3631 Concepts in Education and Training Students 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 access the degree on successful completion 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 DC203 BSc in Science Education Four years DC205 BSc in Physical Education with Biology Four years DC206 BSc in Physical Education with Mathematics Four years

Course requirements are listed under the Faculty of Science and Health (see pages 76-81 for details).

198 199 203 BA (Hons) in English and History

203 BA (Hons) in Humanities

204 Bachelor of Arts Single Module (BASM)

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. Undertaken in a way that works for you, we offer a growing range of internationally recognised undergraduate degree courses and short DCU CONNECTED course options. At DCU we realise that not everyone has the option of undertaking full time, on-campus study. For these students, our aim is 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 more on 1st 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 — Bachelor of Arts Single Module (BASM) 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]

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

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

203 Bachelor of Arts BSc (Hons) in Single Module Information (BASM) 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 Bachelor of Arts Single Module (BASM) of administration, management and innovation within student provides you with the means to achieve your a range of business and other organisations. The goals. The Humanities modules have been designed course should be of particular relevance if you are specifically to appeal to a variety of student needs and working, or aspiring to work, in the IT sector and do not interests. This course's strength lies in its flexibility, in have a relevant honours degree. terms of the time, place and pace of study. Students This Bachelor of Science (Honours) course offers can choose to explore a wide range of Humanities you the attractive opportunity to obtain a DCU subject areas while exploring which area they find most undergraduate degree through a flexible mode of rewarding. By choosing to enrol on the Bachelor of Arts study. Single Module (BASM) course you will set yourself on the same path as the hundreds of other people who have successfully studied Humanities modules.

The Bachelor of Arts Single Module (BASM) 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' knowledge, Management of Information Technology and skills and competencies in Psychology, and is therefore Information Systems and their application to the tailored to be suitable for anyone who wishes to processes of innovation and administration. 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, 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 if you registered for 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 the subjects Mathematics and English or Irish. In addition, applicants must present at least two subjects Irish Leaving Certificate 208 at grade H5. QQI Awards 209 Bachelor of Education (Honours Degree) – General Certificate in Education GCE A Level 210 DC002, DC003, DC004* and DC005** Please note that there are specific entry requirements for the

above courses. They are as follows: general entry requirements as Other School Leaving Qualifications above. In addition, you must attain a minimum of three subjects — Mature Applicants 211 at Grade H5, to include a H4 in Irish; O4/H7 in English; O4/H7 in Mathematics. — DARE 212 * DC004 is a restricted entry pathway. Student with H6 or O5 — HEAR 213 in Irish may be offered places but only if there are insufficient candidates meeting the H5 requirements. Candidates with H6 — External Transfer Applicants 213 take precedence over those with O5. — Deferring Your Course 214 **DC005 is a restricted entry pathway for applicants who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and who use Irish Sign Language. Students — International Students 214 are required to meet the minimum entry requirements for DC002. They are not required to have a H4 in Irish. — Application Information Summary Table 220

Course Entry Requirements Additional course requirements are outlined in the summary tables on pages 220-231. Leaving Certificate Grading Scale The Department of Education and Skills introduced a new Leaving Leaving Certificate Mathematics Requirements Certificate grading scale in 2017. The new scale has 8 grades, the DCU does not award points for the subject of Mathematics at highest grade is a Grade 1, the lowest grade a Grade 8. The highest Leaving Certificate Ordinary Alternative or Foundation Level. This seven grades 1-7 divide the marks range 100% to 30% into seven subject will be accepted for admission purposes for the following equal grade bands 10% wide, with a grade 8 being awarded for courses: percentage marks of less than 30%. The grades at higher level and BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies DC115 ordinary level are distinguished by prefixing the grade with H or O BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation DC238 respectively, giving H1-H8 at higher level, and O1-O8 at ordinary BSc in Education and Training DC235 level. BA in Journalism DC132 This new 8-point grading scale replaced the 14-point scale at both BA in International Relations DC231 Higher and Ordinary levels. Previously, the majority of students BA in Communication Studies DC131 receiving a given grade were within 3 percentage marks of a higher BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht (Irish and Journalism) DC239 grade, and 5 extra points, creating pressure towards rote learning Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society) DC232 and using the marking scheme to gain those few additional marks. BSc in Multimedia DC133 Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours DC009 The new broader grade bands will ease the pressure on students Bachelor of Early Childhood Education DC001 to achieve marginal gains in examinations and encourage more BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance DC014 substantial engagement with each subject. Leaving Certificate Subject Combinations Certain subjects will not be scored separately if they occur in combination with subjects that are similar in content. In each case, the highest individual grade will be scored. The following six groups of subjects are affected by this:

1 Music and Musicianship, Music A, Music B. 2 Economics, Agricultural Economics. 3 Ph ysics with Chemistry - if combined with Physics and Chemistry; only two best scored - if combined with Physics or Chemistry; only best scored. 4 Hi story, Economics and Economic History - if all three subjects are taken; only the best two will be scored. 5 Latin, Classical Studies. 6 Greek, Classical Studies. 208 Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Awards

Leaving Certificate (LC) Points All QQI awards are part of the new inclusive National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), developed by QQI. Higher Grade Points Ordinary Grade Points Applicants who have a full NFQ Level 5 award in the H1 100 O1 56 appropriate qualifications and modules, with a minimum of H2 88 O2 46 five distinctions, can be admitted on a competitive basis to H3 77 O3 37 certain DCU courses. There are a limited number of places H4 66 O4 28 available on courses. H5 56 O5 20 NFQ has made changes to the CAS (Common Awards H6 46 O6 12 System). Please refer to the DCU website for specific details on the range of QQI awards which link into the university’s H7 37 O7 0 Level 8 degree courses. H8 0 O7 0 General Entry Requirements Bonus Points for Honours Mathematics 25 bonus points will continue to be awarded in 2019 for higher level — Fu ll QQI Level 5 Certification must be achieved in one Mathematics, at grades H6 and above in the Irish Leaving Certificate or single sitting. equivalent. — QQ I awards are normally made up of eight minor awards, commonly known as modules.

Pre 2017 Leaving Certificate Points — Fi ve distinctions from the eight modules must be Grade Higher Level Ordinary Level achieved. A1 100 60 A2 90 50 Course Entry Requirements B1 85 45 Additional course requirements are indicated in the B2 80 40 details of each course in this prospectus. This requires the B3 75 35 attainment of performance in specifically named QQI C1 70 30 Level 5 awards and in some cases, the inclusion of specific C2 65 25 modules. For example, for the BSc in Education and Training, students must attain the full QQI Level 5 award C3 60 20 with distinctions in five modules, but three of the distinctions D1 55 15 must be in modules that DCU specifies. Please see student D2 50 10 resources page on www.cao.ie for the most up-to-date D3 45 5 information on course requirements.

Applying to DCU Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) Linked Modules Candidates make their application to DCU through the Distinction Merit Pass CAO and are ranked based on their performance in the 66 46 28 eight modules that make up their award. From 2017 the Please note that LCVP link modules cannot be used as a subject for points awarded for QQI awards were revised. Please see general or specific course entry requirements, but can be used for the student resources page on www.cao.ie calculation of points. Please note: 1 A Major Award must be achieved. Component Points for pre-1992 applicants, introduced in 2017 Certificates or Records of Achievement are not Pre-1992 New Current Current New New New acceptable. LC Grade Grades Points Points LC Grade Points Points 2 In certain courses, DCU will require the achievement of Awarded Awarded Equivalent Awarded Awarded certain grades and/or specified components, e.g. five Higher Ordinary Higher Ordinary distinctions, including a minimum pass in Mathematics, or Level Level Level Level four specific science modules. A 85 - 100 95 55 H1 / O1 100 56 3 A Major Award may be achieved over a number of sittings; B 70 < 85 80 40 H3 / O3 77 37 however, for scoring purposes, only results achieved in a C 55 < 70 65 25 H4 / O4 66 28 single sitting, e.g. between 1st August and 31st July are D 40 < 55 50 10 H6 / O6 46 12 assessed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure E 25 < 40 0 0 33 0 that their QQI centre applies for a Major Award to QQI F 10 < 25 where courses are taken over more than one year. NG <10

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 Having satisfied the general entry requirements and course entry meet one of the following requirements: requirements, candidates 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* 180 60 - DC002 and DC003 and DC004 (CIC)* and † DC005 (ISL)** Please note that there are specific course entry requirements A 150 50 30 for above courses. Six subjects must be presented, at least three B 130 45 25 subjects at GCE A Level and the remaining subjects at GCE AS and A level. The six subjects must include Irish, English and C 100 35 20 Mathematics. D 65 20 15

The minimum grades required are as follows: E 45 15 10

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

— Gr ade 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/registry/entry reformed Christian applicants.

**DC005 is a restricted entry pathway for applicants who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and who use Irish Sign Language. Students McAleese Scholarship are required to meet the minimum entry requirements for DC002. DCU applicants with a permanent home address in Northern They are not required to have Grade C at GCE A Level in Irish. Ireland, presenting three A Level results, with a minimum † Graduates of **DC005 will be qualified to work in deaf education requirement of 2 ‘A’ and 1 ‘B’ grades may be eligible to apply settings only. These settings include Schools for the Deaf and for a McAleese Scholarship. The scholarship allows successful classes for Deaf/Hard of Hearing children in mainstream schools. 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 Course Entry Requirements above) and the specific course entry requirements. Applicants Additional course requirements are indicated in the details of each should apply through the CAO by the normal closing date of 1st course in this prospectus. February or before the late closing date 1st May. Applicants must also submit a McAleese Scholarship Application Form directly to DCU.

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

210 Other School Leaving Mature Applicants Qualifications (EU/EEA) EU/EEA and Non-EU

DCU assesses the content and knowledge levels attained from DCU has an active mature student body and strongly encourages all other national and international school leaving examinations. applications from mature candidates (those aged 23 years or Candidates should note that not all school leaving examinations above on 1st January in the year of entry). As a mature student, are of a standard sufficient for admission to DCU. your wealth of knowledge and experience will make a valuable contribution to the university, and we are always working towards For further information, EU/EFTA applicants (other than Leaving widening participation to allow mature students gain entry onto Certificate), please see student resources page at www.cao.ie. DCU courses.

1 Applicants are assessed based on their performance in their What are the entry requirements? school leaving examinations. Applicants must meet DCU’s Applying as a mature applicant means that you do not compete minimum general entry requirements as well as the specific with Leaving Certificate students for places at DCU. Instead, course requirements (see pages 220-231). experience other than examination grades is taken into consideration – this may be work experience, further studies or 2 Applicants who satisfy the minimum entry requirements are other relevant experience. For some courses, however, particular ranked for admission in order of merit on the basis of their results Leaving Certificate subjects may be necessary. In all cases, in their school leaving examinations. the university will want to know that you have the ability and 3 This ranking/scoring will be based on one sitting of school motivation to make the most of your studies at DCU. leaving examinations. For example, Irish school leavers will have their points score calculated on the basis of one sitting of the What supports are available for mature students? Leaving Certificate examinations. There is a wide network of services; Writing Head Start is a one week course which prepares you for college life through 4 The regulations regarding general entry requirements and workshops on topics such as academic writing, citing, referencing specific course requirements may be satisfied by results and resiliency awareness. Throughout your studies you will have obtained from more than one sitting. For example, candidates access to various supports such as the Mathematics Learning who meet the entry point’s required but not specific course Centre, IT Supports and the Mature Student Society. You will also requirements, such as H4 in English for the BA in Journalism, are have access to Student Support and Development workshops allowed to repeat that subject only to meet course requirements. throughout the academic year offering, for example; CV Clinics, 5 Al l those presenting EU/EEA qualifications must apply through Learning Students and Motivational Workshops. The Mature the CAO by 1st February. Student Officer is available for one-to-one meetings and offers various workshops and information session.

English language requirements For further information, please visit www.dcu.ie/mature-students In the case of all non-native speakers of English, evidence MUST be provided of competence in the English language. For further What financial supports are available to mature students? information, please visit www.dcu.ie/registry/english There are a number of sources, including the Government’s Free Fees Initiative, the Higher Education Grants Scheme, the Back to If you have any queries regarding entry requirements for admission Education Allowance and the DCU Student Assistance Fund and to DCU, please contact the Registry Office at: the 1916 Bursary once a registered DCU student. T +353 (0)1 700 5338 For further information, please visit www.studentfinance.ie F +353 (0)1 700 5504 E [email protected] How do I apply? All mature applicants for full-time study must apply to the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1st February in the year of entry.

Where can I find out more? Mature Student Officer, please contact T +353 (0)1 700 6987 E [email protected]

General and Admission enquiries, please contact Registry

T +353 (0)1 700 5338 E [email protected]

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, Bachelor of Education disabilities. DC004 (CIC) and Bachelor of Education DC005 (ISL) If you are applying for mature entry to the Bachelor of Education School leavers who meet the eligibility criteria, compete for a course you must apply through the Central Applications Office quota of places allocated to applicants on a reduced points basis (CAO) by 1st February. In March, those meeting the eligibility in DCU. All applicants must meet the Irish Leaving Certificate (or criteria will receive a link to a supplementary form and instructions equivalent) matriculation/minimum entry and the specific course for completing and submitting this form. Applicants who meet the entry requirements. eligibility criteria and complete the supplementary form will be invited to attend for a general interview and oral Irish test. Who Should Apply to DARE? DARE is for school leavers (be under the age of 23 as of 1st January BSc in Nursing (Four year/Four-and-a-half year course) 2019) who have the ability to benefit from and succeed in higher — All candidates applying for the BSc in Nursing (Four year/ education but who may not meet the points requirements for their Four-and-a-half-year course) must apply through the Central preferred course due to the effect of a disability. Mature and QQI Applications Office (CAO) by 1st February regardless of their students have different admissions routes. For further information, status as EU or Non-EU, or their eligibility to be considered as a please visit www.dcu.ie/registry/undergraduate mature applicant How to Apply to DARE — There are no longer separate CAO mature nursing codes. All applicants should use the normal nursing codes DC215, DC216, 1 Apply to CAO by 5.15pm on 1st February 2019. DC217, DC218 2 Ha ving applied to CAO, if you wish to be considered for the — Ma ture nursing candiates are assessed by the Nursing Careers DARE scheme, you must indicate this on Section A of the fully Centre, (NCC) of An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na completed Supplementary Information Form by 5.15pm on 1st hÉireann (Nurisng and Midwifery Board of Ireland, NMBI) March 2019.

— Having applied through the CAO before 1st February, mature 3 Instructions will be given to you about the completion and nursing applicants must also register and apply through the return of Sections B and C of the Supplementary Information Public Appointments Service (PAS) website, www.publicjobs.ie. Form which must arrive at the CAO by 5.15pm on 1st April 2019. 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 Conditions of a DARE Offer Students who receive a DARE offer must register with the

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

2. Complete and submit the online application form between 1st

February and 21st February, 2019. If you have not received a What does DCU mean by the term ‘disability’? confirmation email from the PAS within 24 hours of submitting ‘Disability’ means a physical, sensory, mental health or specific your application you should phone. learning difficulty that has a substantial and long-term adverse T +353 (0)1 858 7730 effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.

For information on what kind of support you can expect if you have — Fo r full details of the application submissions dates and the test a disability, go to www.dcu.ie/students/disability or contact a process, go to www.nmbi.ie or phone member of the team: T +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 was the first Irish university to set Who should apply to HEAR? Applicants taking higher education studies up an access entry route for students, HEAR is for school leavers (be under the at another Higher Education Institute, and today it has one of the largest access age of 23 as of 1st January 2019). Mature (HEI) who are seeking to transfer to a programmes in the country. The DCU and QQI students have different admission course of study at DCU must apply directly Access Service co-ordinates a range routes. For further information, please visit to DCU by the 1st July. A transfer applicant of programmes aimed at increasing www.dcu.ie/registry/undergraduate may be eligible for advanced entry to a participation in higher education by course, depending on the curriculum of students who, for a variety of financial How to Apply to HEAR previous studies, performance on the or social reasons, might not view going previous course and competition in the 1 Apply online to CAO by 5.15pm on 1st to university as a viable option. DCU year of entry. Full documentation, including February 2019. participates in the national Higher course syllabus and transcripts, must be Education Access Route (HEAR) and 2 You must indicate in your CAO included in the application. An interview continues to operate its own access route, application that you wish to apply for may be required as part of the application Access DCU. the HEAR scheme no later than 5.15pm assessment. Please note, not all courses on 1st February 2019. You must fully and accept transfer applications. Please refer 1 Access DCU correctly complete all elements on the to course-specific information in this Access DCU is an entry route for school HEAR form (the HEAR form is a part of prospectus. For further information, please leavers from socio-economically your CAO application) by 5.15pm on 1st visit www.dcu.ie/registry/undergraduate disadvantaged backgrounds applying for March 2019. courses in DCU. Eligible students compete 3 Yo u must submit relevant evidence in University of Sanctuary Scholarship for a place from a quota of reduced-points support of your application to arrive Dublin City University was designated a places in DCU or for a number of subsidised at the CAO no later than 5.15pm on 1st “University of Sanctuary” in December on-campus accommodation scholarships. April 2019. HEAR applications can only 2016 in recognition of our commitment to Students who get a university place be made online at www.cao.ie. More welcome asylum seekers and refugees into through Access DCU also get a range of information on HEAR is available from the university community and to foster a personal, academic and social supports. your school Guidance Counsellor or the culture of inclusion for all. To find out more about Access DCU or to DCU Access Office. DCU is the first university to receive find out if you are eligible for the scheme, For further information, please visit this designation, awarded by Places of please visit www.dcu.ie/students/access www.accesscollege.ie, www.cao.ie and Sanctuary Ireland, an organisation that

www.dcu.ie/students/access supports efforts in Ireland to build a culture 2 Higher Education Access Route of hospitality for people seeking sanctuary. The Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) Among a range of initiatives announced is a third-level admissions scheme for Conditions of a HEAR Offer by the university, DCU provided fifteen school leavers from socio-economically Students who receive a HEAR offer must academic scholarships to applicants who disadvantaged backgrounds. HEAR attend an orientation programme before are currently in Ireland in Direct Provision has been established by a number of the first term begins. Students who accept either as asylum seekers or refugees. higher education institutions based places in DCU through HEAR are offered on the evidence that socio-economic a variety of academic, personal and social For further information, please visit disadvantage has a negative impact supports while studying at third level. www.dcu.ie/sanctuary on educational achievement at school Details of post-admission supports for and on progressing to higher education. HEAR entrants are available at School leavers who provide satisfactory www.accesscollege.ie and evidence relating to their socio-economic www.dcu.ie/access/post-entry-supports 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 Deferring Your Course International Students

For a variety of reasons, you may wish to postpone accepting an International students are an essential part of university life at offer of a place at DCU. You may wish to defer the place until the DCU. Your experiences, language and culture are welcomed and following year. If you wish to defer your place at DCU, please follow highly valued. As an international student, you may have certain the instructions below. queries that are not answered elsewhere in this prospectus. The International Office can offer guidance and assistance before, If you received an offer through the Central Applications Office during and after your enrolment at DCU. Do not accept the offer of a place through the CAO. Instead, email The International Office team are committed to international Registry at [email protected] education and our considerable expertise will help make the Your email should arrive at least two days before the deadline for application process and the overall undergraduate experience accepting the offer and should state: at DCU more enjoyable for you. We also provide a tailored orientation period that all students must attend before beginning — “CAO deferral request” must be in the email subject line their studies. You will be provided with detailed information about — CAO code of the course this orientation programme before arriving at DCU.

— Name of the course Application Procedures — Your reason for wishing to defer Applicants who are applying for admission to full-time undergraduate study and who are presenting with Non-EU — A telephone number where we can contact you qualifications should apply directly to the International Office using form R10. You can download the form on www.dcu.ie/ You must scan your CAO Offer Notice and attach it to the email. registry/application_forms. This procedure does not apply to If you defer your entry, you will have to re-apply the following year candidates who wish to be considered as a Mature Student, or who through the CAO, putting the deferred course as the first and apply for Nursing courses. only option on your application form. If not, you will automatically Applicants are primarily assessed on the basis of their second level forfeit your deferred place. DCU reserves the right to refuse any examinations. Candidates are expected to: application for deferral. — Ha ve taken school-leaving examinations of a standard that is Candidates who applied directly to DCU and received an offer equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate or to the GCE A Level directly from DCU — Satisfy the general entry requirements (page 208) plus course Candidates may make a request to defer entry to their course by specific entry requirements, as outlined on pages 220-231, and completing the deferral of year form available at: www.dcu.ie/registry/application_forms and submitting it to: — Sa tisfy the English language requirements, as outlined on www.dcu.ie/registry/english Student Enrolment More information on international assessments can be found at: Deferred Entry www.dcu.ie/international/undergraduate/entry-requirements Registry

DCU The following points should be noted in relation to non-EU Dublin 9 applications: D09 V209 — Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis from October to 1st July of the year in which the course will commence

— All non-EU candidates are advised to apply early, particularly where 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

— Non-EU candidates who are nationals of a non-EU state where a study visa is required, and are currently studying in an EU state, will not be able to acquire 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 As a non-native English speaker who fully meets the academic for one semester or one year at the University and accumulate entry requirements but does not meet the English language credits towards their registered degree programme at their home requirements, you may be eligible for our International Foundation university. Applications must be made directly to the International Programme. This carefully designed programme will assist in your Office by 1st July for entry in September and by 30th November preparations for full time undergraduate study at DCU, and will for entry in entry in February. also help you adjust to the culture of Irish university learning.

More details on this opportunity are available at For further information, please visit www.dcu.ie/international/study_abroad www.dcu.ie/international/foundation

Exchange / Erasmus Students Immigration Regulationss DCU has many exchange agreements with universities worldwide, The Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform provides Details on the Erasmus/Exchange programme can be found at information for students wishing to apply for study visas in Ireland. www.dcu.ie/international/ects For further information, please visit www.inis.gov.ie

International Office International Office Contact Details The International Office can assist you with: T +353 (0) 1 700 7411 E [email protected] — Application procedures www.dcu.ie/international — Immigration support documentation and assistance with immigration registration Find us on J — Pre-arrival information www.dcu.ie/international/pre-arrival #DCUIntl I DCU.InternationalOffice — Airport collection (on dedicated dates) DCUIreland www.dcu.ie/international/orientation/airport — Welcome Week/Tailored Orientation at the start of each semester — Social events throughout the year Comprehensive information and updates are posted to our webpage, Facebook and Twitter accounts.

DCU Language Services (DCULS)

Do you offer English language courses? DCU Language Services (DCULS), based on campus, offers English language courses all year round. These are popular with international students. Whether you want to improve your fluency, undertake international exams, acquire professional language skills for your career, or apply for a pre-sessional English course, DCULS have courses to suit you. DCULS have over 20 years’ experience teaching English as a foreign language. For further information, please visit www.english.dcu.ie

Do I need to prove my competency in the English language? In the case of all applications, evidence must be provided of competence in the English language. For information on the types of tests and the minimum standards of English required for entry into undergraduate and postgraduate courses at DCU, please visit www.dcu.ie/registry/english

215 Application Information Summary

Undergraduate Courses: Full-time (EU Applicants)

Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Applicants taking EU school leaving/ 1 Feb CAO Application Form and Central Applications Office QQI Level 5 examinations Handbook (www.cao.ie) Tower House, Eglington Mature Applications + 1 Feb See note on page 217 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 Nov E [email protected] 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 Oct E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/international/ects

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 undergraduate

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

Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Non-EU Applicants taking school 1 Feb 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 Feb See Special Cases on page 217 Nursing Courses + Applicants presenting examinations 1 Feb 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/ undergraduate

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 Feb 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 Feb See note on page 217 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 Nov E [email protected] www.dcu.ie/international/ Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact studyabroad Foundation Certificate in Education Summer 2019 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 Oct E [email protected] www.whitehallcollege.com www.dcu.ie/international/ects 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/IFC www.dcu.ie/registry/ F +353 (0)1 700 5504 undergraduate

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

Category Closing Dates Application Information Contact Non-EU Applicants taking school 1 Feb 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 applications must be made member including the Irish Leaving CAO Points Concession by 1st February and are assessed by the Bachelor of Education Certificate examinations and the GCE A Nursing Careers Centre of the Nursing How to Apply If you are applying for mature entry to the Level examinations and Midwidery Board of Ireland (An Bachelor of Education course you must Non-EU Applicants for 1 Feb See Special Cases on page 217 To apply for the CAO Points Concession Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na apply to CAO by 1st February. In March, Nursing Courses + and/or the Sport Scholarship programme hÉireann). As well as applying through the those meeting the eligibility criteria will applicants must complete an online CAO, nursing applicants must also register Applicants presenting examinations 1 Feb until Undergraduate Direct International Office receive a link to a supplementary form application form. Please note: and apply through the PAS website, from outside the EU/EEA (except for 1 July Application Form See above for details and instructions for completing and www.publicjobs.ie. Applicants must mature and nursing applicants) www.dcu.ie/registry/ - There is one application form for both submitting this form. Applicants who register with PAS, as they undertake the undergraduate programmes and you must indicate if you meet the eligibility criteria and complete written assessment of applicants on behalf wish to apply for one or both programmes the supplementary form will be invited to of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of attend for a general interview and oral Irish - Applicants that apply for the CAO Points Ireland. No late applications from mature test. Concession programme must also make an applicants will be considered for Nursing

application for a DCU programme of study 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 2018 until May 1st 2019 All candidates applying to the BSc in nursing codes. All applicants should use - DCU Performance Sport online Nursing (Four-year/Four-and-a-half the normal nursing codes DC215, DC216, applications will open in February 2019 year course) must apply through the DC217, DC218. For further information on Central Applications Office (CAO). This how to apply as a mature , see page 211. - The closing date for applications is May is regardless of their status as EU/EEA or 1st 2019. The online application form is non-EU citizens, or their eligibility to be available at considered as mature applicants. www.dcu.ie/registry/undergraduate

217 Fees Information

The University has three undergraduate fee rates, based around — Students will not qualify for the Free Fees Scheme if they have the designation of the candidate as EU or Non-EU, and whether already attended but did not complete a certificate, diploma the EU candidate qualifies under the Fee Fees Scheme or not. or degree course. (Note: If a student did not complete a course and is returning to study after a break of five years, the student For the 2018/2019 academic year, full-time undergraduate Irish/ is classified as a Second Chance Student. Subject to fulfilling the EU/EEA/Swiss State students qualifying under the Free Fees other criteria above, Second Chance Students will be entitled to Scheme are required to pay a registration fee of €3,000 plus a free tuition for the degree course) combined Student Centre Levy and Union of Students of Ireland Fee of €43. — If a student on the Free Fees Scheme at another institution has not secured a terminal qualification and subsequently resumes The EU Fee and the non-EU Fee rates vary by course. These rates third-level studies, they will not be eligible for free fees for the and for more information on student fees, please visit equivalent period of time spent on the course taken at that www.dcu.ie/fees/fees_booklet_2018-19 other institution

Am I an EU or non-EU applicant? For fees purposes, this is based on whether the candidate is from Further Considerations on Fees Matters the EU/EEA/Swiss State or from a non-EU country. For a student — St udents classified as non-EU for fees purposes will not be to be designated as an EU/EEA/Swiss State candidate, certain permitted to change their fee status following admission except criteria must be met. The criteria governing this categorisation can where EU/EEA nationality is granted (certain timelines apply) be found at www.dcu.ie/international/eu_status – Students who acquire EEA citizenship up to 30th September in Eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis after receipt an academic year may be entitled to change for the academic of a completed application for fee status assessment has been year received. Assessments take place once a student is in receipt of an – Students who acquire EEA citizenship up to 31st January in an offer from DCU. academic year may be entitled to change from the second half

of the academic year Free Fees Scheme A student designated as EU/EEA/Swiss will be liable to pay the EU – Students who acquire EEA citizenship from 1st February may fee level but will qualify under the Free Fees Scheme where: be entitled to change from the commencement of the next academic year 1 It is the student’s first undergraduate degree; and — If a Student is naturalised during the year of registration the 2 The candidate is a national of an EU/EEA/Swiss member state Student for Fee Purposes may be eligible for the Fee Fees (evidence must be provided) and scheme 3 Th e candidate has spent three of the last five years ordinarily — Students who have been classified as non-EU for the entire resident in an EU/EEA/Swiss member state prior to the undergraduate registration will also retain this status for commencement of the first year of their course. postgraduate registration unless they have worked full-time Candidates eligible for the Free Fees Scheme must pay the cost of for a period of at least three years in an EU/EEA/Swiss member the Student Contribution and combined Student Centre Levy and state prior to the commencement of the postgraduate course the Union of Students of Ireland fee. In 2018/2019, this amounts to Students, however, who complete their full undergraduate €3,043. degree at DCU may be eligible for a DCU student discount for

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

— St udents will not qualify for the Free Fees Scheme if they are undertaking a second undergraduate course. (Note: Students who hold a National Certificate or Diploma and are progressing to degree courses may still be eligible)

218 Paying Your Way While You Study at DCU

You already know there are various costs associated with a third Studying Abroad as Part of Your Course level degree, such as books and academic fees. We estimate that If you will be studying abroad in Europe, you can expect the cost if you are living away from home for the 32-week academic year, of living to be slightly less there than in Ireland. However, if you are your living costs (not including course fees and living expenses currently living at home in Ireland, then you will have the added during the holidays) will be approximately €8,325 - €10,305 (for expense of rent when you study abroad. eight months). If you are living at home, your living costs will be While studying abroad you have a number of accommodation approximately €3,928 (for eight months). The website options: you can rent on-campus or student accommodation www.itsyourmoney.ie is useful in helping you budget for the – prices range from €250 - €400 per month. You can also avail academic year. See also, www.studentfinance.ie for more of private rented accommodation, and this can range from information on the financial assistance schemes available to help €300 - €800 per month. You should expect to spend, on average, you progress through higher education. €500 - €600 per month on living costs (excluding rent) but should

anticipate the first month or two to be more expensive (an extra Grants/Scholarships €200 - €300) as you will more than likely have additional initial — As an Irish student, you may qualify for funding through Student costs (towels, bed linen, knives, forks, plates etc.). Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) www.susi.ie If you are registered on a degree course which involves a period — Students from the EU/EEA (including Swiss State) outside of study in a university in another EU/EEA (including Swiss) Ireland may apply for a fees only grant under the Higher member state, you may be eligible for financial support from Education Grants Scheme through Dublin City Council the Commission of the European Union. This is administered www.dublincity.ie through the framework of the ERASMUS Programme. For further — Students from Northern Ireland should refer to information on this scheme, please visit www.dcu.ie/sites/default/ www.studentfinanceni.co.uk files/international/incoming_student_handbook_1_sept_2018.

— In ternational students should apply to the relevant institutions T +353 (0)1 700 7411 in their home countries for possible scholarships and/or financial E [email protected] assistance www.dcu.ie/international/ects

— Each grant/scholarship is held for one year, at which time it will Studying Outside Europe be reviewed If you study outside Europe, you will more than likely need a visa. The holder of the award will do a normal academic course and When you apply to the host university (between February and must fulfil all the requirements of his or her course of study. First- May), you will need to show evidence of financial self-sufficiency in year candidates may only apply if they have obtained a place at order to secure the necessary study visa. Here are the approximate the university through the CAO system. amounts given by the immigration authorities in the respective countries as the recommended costs for a year of studying abroad:

AUS A$14,000 to A$22,000 China €8,000 Hong Kong $12,000 Japan €10,000 Mexico €8,000 USA $20,000

This information is provided merely for guidance. As information is subject to change, students are advised to check specific requirements closer to the time of their study abroad period.

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) 2018 (2017) Year Places in 2018 Possible Careers for Graduates

Business School Business School

DC111 Bachelor of Business Studies Three-Four O4 or H6 Mathematics 463 (466) 175 Accountancy, Economics, E-Commerce, Financial Services, Human Resource Management, years International Marketing Management, Further Study - Teaching

DC110 Business Studies International Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and H4 in a language 445 (457) 100 International Marketing Management, Human Resources, International Finance, other than English or Irish Management Consultancy

DC117 BSc in Aviation Management / Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 456 (451) 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 487 (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 455 (466) 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 499 (520) 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 (576) 15 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, International Law, International Regulations, International Affairs

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

DC115 BA in Accounting and Finance Three years O4 or H6 Mathematics 480 (477) 110 Professional Accountant, Accounting, Financial Management, Further Study - Teaching

DC240 BSc in Marketing, Innovation and Technology Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 451 (462) 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 (554) Total number of Financial Services, Consultancy, Actuary, Statistical Analysis DC127 Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial First two years H3 Mathematics 509 (520) places – 400 Investment Analysis, Trading, Risk Management, Information Technology, Actuary Mathematics only DC126-DC206 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 476 (478) Career prospects according to Science Degree Courses chosen after First year Group One (see page 231)

DC161 BSc in Analytical Science Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 455 (456) 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 476 (487) Synthetic Chemist, Drug Formulation, Product Development, Research, Further Study - Group One (see page 231) Teaching

DC166 BSc in Environmental Science and Technology Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 371 (392) Waste Management, Pollution Control, Environmental, Assessment and Monitoring, Health Group One (see page 231) and Safety

DC167 BSc in Physics with Astronomy Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 444 (444) Meteorology, Image Processing, Analysis, Signal Acquisition Instrumentation, Statistical Group Two (see page 231) Analysis, Optical Instrumentation, Photonics Design and Validation, Software Engineers, Research DC171 BSc in Applied Physics Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 413 (423) Electronics, Communications, Semiconductors, Photonics, Optoelectronics, Information Group Two (see page 231) Technology, Further Study - Teaching, Research

DC173 BSc in Physics with Biomedical Sciences Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 466 (465) Biomedical Instrumentation, Medical Imaging, Image Processing, Lasers, Meidcal Optical Group Two (see page 231) Systems, Design Management, Research, 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) 2018 (2017) Year Places in 2018 Possible Careers for Graduates

Business School Business School

DC116 BA in Global Business (USA) Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 578 (576) 15 International Marketing, Banking, Finance, International Law, International Regulations, International Affairs

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

DC115 BA in Accounting and Finance Three years O4 or H6 Mathematics 480 (477) 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) 2018 (2017) Year Places in 2018 Possible Careers for Graduates

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 487 (487) Total number of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Reseach and Development, Pharmaceutical Sector, Group One (see page 231) places – 400 Medical Therapeutics

DC181 BSc in Biotechnology Four years O3 or H6 Mathematics and O3 or H5 in one of 476 (473) DC126-DC206 Production, Quality Control, Research and Development, Sales and Marketing, Further Group One (see page 231) Study - Teaching

DC202 BSc in Sport Science and Health Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics and O4 or H6 in one of 473 (484) 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 433 (444) 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 498 (499) 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 511 (487) 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 487 (476) Teaching, Coaching, Sports Development, Further Education Group One (see page 231)

DC208 BSc in Psychology Four years O4 or H6 Mathematics 488 (500) 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 430 (420) 40 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 DC215 BSc in Nursing (General) Four years O6 or H7 Mathematics and O6 or H7 in one of 420 (425) Total number of General Nurse, Community Nurse, Research Group One (see page 231) places - 232 DC215-DC218 DC216 BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) Four years See page 211 for Mature Applicants to Nursing 380 (369) Mental Health Nurse, Community Nurse, Research Courses.

DC217 BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) Four years 366 (376) 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 (Joints Honours) DC009 and DC291, DC292, DC293, DC295

DC009 Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) Three-Four Depending on the subjects selected: 356 (358) 250 See Pages 106-113 for Possible Careers for Graduates years Up to two permitted from English, Gaeilge, Geography, History, Human English | Gaeilge Development, Music, Philosophy, Theology & Religious Studies: University’s minimum general Only one permitted from entry requirements, see NOTE ONE (page 230) Human Development | Philosophy *Music: Aural and theory test prior to entry to Only one permitted from indicate suitability for the course History | Music*

Only one permitted from Geography | Theology and Religious Studies

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) 2018 (2017) Year Places in 2018 Possible Careers for Graduates