WIT Undergraduate Handbook 2015 by Waterford Institute of Technology

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COURSE

CAO CODE

LEVEL

DURATION (YEARS)

2014 POINTS

HOW TO APPLY

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CREATIVE & PERFORMING ARTS

LANGUAGES, TOURISM & HOSPITALITY STUDIES

APPLIED ARTS

School of HUMANITIES Bachelor of Arts (Hons)

WD200

3 years

280

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BA (Hons) in Psychology

WD163

3 years

390

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www.wit.ie/WD163

BA (Hons) in Social Science

WD187

3 years

300

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www.wit.ie/WD187

BA (Hons) in Social Care Practice

WD192

4 years

310

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD192

BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies

WD149

3 years

320

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD149

BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care

WD018

3 years

280

cao.ie

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BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care

WD052

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

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LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons)

WD140

3 years

290

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www.wit.ie/WD140

BA (Hons) in Criminal Justice Studies

WD150

3 years

290

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD150

Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies

WD013

2 years

200

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www.wit.ie/WD013

BA in Legal Studies in International Trade

WD033

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD033

BA in Legal Studies

WD073

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD073

BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business

WD053

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD053

BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management

WD091

4 years

275

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD091

Higher Certificate in Arts in Hospitality Studies

WD173

2 years

200

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD173

BA (Hons) in Tourism Marketing

WD148

3 years

317

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD148

Higher Certificate in Business in Tourism

WD174

2 years

200

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD174

BA (Hons) in Arts in Culinary Arts (NEW)

WD194

4 years

NEW

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD194

Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts

WD172

2 years

220

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD172

BA (Hons) in Music

WD027

4 years

295

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD027

BA (Hons) in Visual Art

WD152

4 years

300

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD152

BA (Hons) in Design (Visual Communications)

WD137

4 years

295

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD137

BSc in Science (Common Entry)

WD177

3 years

360

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD177

BSc in Food Science with Business

WD164

3 years

265

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD164

BSc (Hons) in Food Science & Innovation

WD181

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD181

BSc in Applied Biology

WD176

3 years

325

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD176

BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Quality Management

WD055

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD055

BSc in Pharmaceutical Science

WD175

3 years

305

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD175

BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science

WD147

4 years

365

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD147

BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology

WD180

4 years

325

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD180

BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Science (NEW)

WD191

3 years

NEW

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD191

BSc in Agriculture

WD126

3 years

385

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD126

BSc in Forestry

WD076

3 years

275

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD076

BSc in Horticulture (Kildalton College)

WD096

3 years

205

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD096

BSc in Horticulture (National Botanic Gardens)

WD097

3 years

205

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD097

BSc (Hons) in Land Management in Agriculture

WD156

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD156

BSc (Hons) in Land Management in Forestry

WD157

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD157

BSc (Hons) in Land Management in Horticulture

WD158

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD158

BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing

WD028

4 years

317

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www.wit.ie/WD028

BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security

WD161

4 years

305

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD161

BSc (Hons) in Entertainment Systems

WD168

4 years

295

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD168

100

BSc in Software Systems Development

WD151

3 years

200

cao.ie

www.wit.ie/WD151

101

BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development

WD068

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD068

102

BSc in Information Technology

WD155

3 years

200

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www.wit.ie/WD155

103

BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

WD131

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD131

104

BSc in Multimedia Applications Development

WD153

3 years

200

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www.wit.ie/WD153

105

BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development

WD165

1 year add-on

n/a

WIT

www.wit.ie/WD165

106

COMPUTING, MATHEMATICS & PHYSICS

CHEMICAL & LIFE SCIENCES

School of SCIENCE

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inside... Quickguide to courses

Welcome from the President

Welcome to our world

Route to success

Careers centre

Student services

Sports clubs & societies

Wonderful Waterford

COURSES School of Business

School of Engineering

School of Health Sciences

School of Humanities

School of Science

How to apply to WIT

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Mature students

110

Money matters

112

Schoolsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; liaison

113

Multi-campus map

114

Calendar of events

116

We are social...

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Disclaimer The contents of this prospectus are intended for information only and shall not be deemed to constitute a contract between Waterford Institute of Technology and an applicant or any third party. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information, WIT reserves the right to make changes affecting policies, courses, fees, curriculum, or any other matters announced in this publication without prior notice. Students should keep informed as to the conditions and regulations applicable to their particular situation at any given time. Produced by the Office of Marketing & Communications

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Welcome from the President This prospectus provides you with information on the many programmes of study available to you at Waterford Institute of Technology; programmes which will ultimately assist your career prospects and employment opportunities. The options available to students have never been more extensive and in this prospectus you will find a clear lay out of the courses on offer, their content and career opportunities available to you on graduation. This will help you to make as informed a decision as possible. It is very important to carry out research on the course(s) that you are interested in. I invite you to consult our website and also to consider visiting the Institute to talk to our staff and the students, tour our impressive campus and check out our extensive range of sports facilities and student clubs and societies. The time spent in Higher Education is a defining time in life: a period full of potential and promise. It is important, therefore, that every opportunity is taken to maximise to best benefit all of the engagements at the Institute, both educationally and socially. Waterford Institute of Technology is a strong community and has a caring culture. It serves its mission by being studentcentred and accessible. In fulfilling this remit it has the support of a wide range of partners, not least those who are the employers of our graduates. I hope that this prospectus will convey to you practical details of our diverse range of courses and a sense of the positive attitude which is a principal characteristic of WIT. I wish you well with selecting your higher education programme of choice and your future career.

Fáilte ón Uachtarán Sa réamheolaire seo tugtar eolas duit ar an iliomad clár staidéir a chuirtear ar fáil in Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Phort Láirge; cláir a chabhróidh leat cur le d’ionchais ghairme agus leis na deiseanna fostaíochta a bheidh agat faoi dheoidh. Níor mhó riamh líon na roghanna atá ag na mic léinn, agus san réamheolaire seo gheobhaidh tú leagan amach soiléir na gcúrsaí a thairgtear mar aon lena n-ábhar agus na deiseanna gairme a bheidh agat nuair a bheidh do chéim bainte amach agat. Cabhróidh sin leat cinneadh chomh heolach agus is féidir a dhéanamh. Is tábhachtach an rud é taighde a dhéanamh ar an gcúrsa/na cúrsaí is suim leat. Tá fáilte romhat féachaint ar ár suíomh idirlín nó teacht ar cuairt ar an Institiúid agus labhairt le daoine den bhfoireann agus le mic léinn. Gabh ar thuras timpeall ár gcampais mhóir agus caith súil ar na háiseanna spóirt, na clubanna agus na cumainn mhic léinn. Is tréimhse í tréimhse an ardoideachais ina leagtar síos céimeanna tábhachtacha de do shaoil: is tréimhse í atá lán d’acmhainneacht agus dóchas. Dá bhrí sin ba chóir gach deis a thapú chun an leas is fearr a bhaint as gach rud a dtugann tú faoi san Institiúid, idir rudaí a bhaineann le do chuid oideachais agus le cúrsaí sóisialta. Pobal láidir is ea Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Phort Láirge agus tá cultúr an chúraim aici. Is trí bheith ag díriú ar an mac léinn agus trí bheith inrochtana a chuireann sí a misean i gcrích. Agus an cúram seo á chomhlíonadh aici tá tacaíocht á fáil aici ó mhórán comhpháirtithe, dream ar a n-áirítear fostaithe ár gcéimithe gan dabht. Tá súil agam go dtabharfaidh an réamheolaire seo sonraí úsáideacha duit faoin éagsúlacht chúrsaí atá againn agus go n-aireoidh tú an meon dearfach sin ar ceann de phríomhthréithe Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Phort Láirge í. Guím rath Dé ort agus an clár ardoideachais is fearr leat á roghnú agat agus go n-éirí leat i do ghairm san am atá le teacht.

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Welcome to our world

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Route to success @ WIT WIT offers students the widest possible choice of progression routes, from level 6 courses right through to PhD and post doctorate programmes. There are three possible entry levels to WIT at undergraduate level: t )JHIFS $FSUJmDBUF -FWFM DPVSTFT t #BDIFMPS %FHSFF -FWFM DPVSTFT t )POPVST #BDIFMPS %FHSFF -FWFM DPVSTFT Students, who enter at any level, can either choose to graduate at that level or progress to the next level, assuming adequate grades are achieved. Progression to Postgraduate Programmes WIT offers more than 40 taught postgraduate programmes across all its main study areas, as well as many research masters, professional doctorate and PhD opportunities. Students who complete a Level 8, honours degree, often go on to study at postgraduate level within the Institute.

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Careers centre The Careers Centre is the main point of contact for:

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Careers Advisor: Angela Collins

The Careers Centre is committed to supporting students and recent graduates in developing and implementing successful career plans, and facilitating the recruitment process for students and employers. The Careers Centre supports the Institute in providing opportunities for students and graduates to develop the skills and attributes required to manage their careers throughout their working lives.

What we offer students and graduates: t Careers Advice - professional advice to help students make and implements decisions about their future careers. t Careers Info Library - situated in the Luke Wadding Library on the Cork Road Campus, the library contains reference and take-away materials. t Employer Links - the Careers Centre organises employer presentations and on-campus interviews. t Support services for students with disabilities t Vacancy information t Careers Centre website t Careers Centre publications t Online publications - www.moodle.wit.ie

5IF $BSFFST "EWJTPST PGmDF JT TJUVBUFE EJSFDUMZ inside the front door, Main Campus Tel: 051 302038 Email: careers@wit.ie Website: www.wit.ie/careerscentre Facebook: WITCareersCentre Opening hours Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9.30am to 12.30pm and 2.00pm to 4.30pm Tuesday 2.00pm to 4.30pm Thursday 9.30am to 12.30pm

Student services STUDENT LIFE & LEARNING (SLL) Student Life and Learning aims to promote the academic success and holistic experience of students by providing support in an accessible and understanding environment. We provide advice and advocacy for students and act as a hub of resources, referrals, and information across the WIT community. SLL streamlines the provision of student support by being an easy and central place to ask for help. Our team works with students on a wide variety of issues, including both personal and academic concerns. A quality student support service is achieved by the integrated operation of: UÊÊ VViÃÃÊ"vwViÊÊ Ê UÊÊ Ã>L ÌÞÊ"vwViÊ UÊÊ,iÌi Ì Ê"vwViÊÊ UÊÊ-ÌÕì ÌÊ Õ Ãi }Ê UÊÊ >« > VÞÊÊ Ê UÊÊ ÃÌ ÌÕÌiÊ ÕÀÃiÊ UÊÊ >ÀiiÀÃÊ"vwViÊÊÊ UÊÊ,i} > Ê `ÕV>Ì Ê Õ `> ViÊ-iÀÛ ViÊv ÀÊ `Õ ÌÃÊÊ Ê , - ®Ê The SLL Office is primarily concerned with helping students to complete their course in a range of ways and making the Institute more accessible for those who traditionally may not have considered third level education as an option for them. This is achieved through a range of support initiatives including: UÊÊ ÃÌ ÌÕÌi Ü ìÊ£ÃÌÊÞi>ÀÊ À i Ì>Ì Ê> `Ê } }ÊÊ induction UÊÊ-Õ«« ÀÌÊv ÀÊÃÌÕì ÌÃÊÜ Ì Ê` Ã>L Ì iÃ UÊÊ `ÕV>Ì > Ê}Õ `> Vi UÊÊ > V > Ê>ÃÃ ÃÌ> ViÊv ÀÊÃÌÕì ÌÃÊÜ Ê>ÀiÊ experiencing financial hardship. CONTACT Student Life and Learning is located at the last desk in Reception on the Cork Road Campus. The sll@wit.ie email acts as the central point of contact if students are unsure which service meets their need.

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STUDENT ASSISTANCE FUND Full-time registered students who are experiencing financial hardship whilst attending college are eligible to apply to the SAF. Students can apply for Student Assistance Fund to help them with either temporary or ongoing financial difficulties. For information relating to the SAF, contact saf@wit.ie STUDENT COUNSELLING The WIT Counselling Service provides a safe, supportive and confidential environment in which students can discuss any emotional or psychological difficulties they may be experiencing. The service operates in both the College Street and Cork Road Campuses. For further information, email studentcounselling@wit.ie SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES WIT is committed to implementing a policy of equal opportunities for people with disabilities. The policy emphasises the ability of students. To this end, the Disability Office offers support services to students with physical/sensory disabilities, students with learning difficulties including dyslexia, students with hidden disabilities such as mental health difficulties and ongoing chronic illnesses. The service operates from the Student Life and Learning Office. The aims of the Disability Office are: UÊ To affirm the ability of students with disabilities to pursue their chosen courses of study UÊ To support students with disabilities by offering a range of services UÊ To raise awareness of the rights and needs of persons with disabilities throughout the Institute and the wider community For further information, call Ms. Patt O’ Keeffe on 051 302871 or email disabilityoffice@wit.ie MEDICAL CENTRE The WIT Medical Centre provides quality and comprehensive healthcare for all students via the on-campus drop-in centre. This centre is centrally located, has a full time nurse and benefits from the expertise of four doctors. PASTORAL CARE The Chaplain provides pastoral care for students and staff. Pastoral care work follows through to home and family life especially with regard to illness, bereavement and loss. The Chaplain has a private office on campus and is available to students, their families and staff members. Telephone: 051-302617

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STUDENTS’ UNION All full time registered students are automatically members of the WIT Students’ Union. The Students’ Union main activities are to: UÊRepresent your day to day interests on campus UÊ ÃÕÀiÊÞ ÕÀÊÛ ViÊ ÃÊ i>À` UÊProtect your welfare needs UÊProtect your educational needs UÊOrganise events UÊBe your representative on Institute committees

ACCOMMODATION “It makes the transition to college easy” Combining character and style with comfort and security, WIT campus accommodation is the natural choice for many of our students. Purpose built and fully equipped, the environment is safe and pleasant, ideal for living and studying.

The Union actively seeks to prevent problems arising for students. It is both a strong lobbying and representative organisation working on behalf of the students of WIT. Your Union is only as strong as its members - so we encourage you to get involved from day one! Information: www.witsu.ie

There’s also 24 hour security, internet access, secure parking, games room plus a serviced laundrette and a host of on site services. The key factor is that there’s a real sense of college life and community spirit, it really does feel like a home away from home. For more information, visit www.witcampusservices.ie

LIBRARIES 7 /Ê LÀ>À iÃÊ À Ê, >`Ê> `Ê i}iÊ-ÌÀiiÌ®Ê«À Û `iÊ>Ê comprehensive range of information services and resources to support student learning and research. Facilities in the award-winning Luke Wadding library, on the Main Campus, include in excess of 1,000 reader spaces over 3 floors. The state-of-the-art library offers a variety of technology-rich learning spaces including suites of pc’s, wireless internet access, individual study spaces, group study and seminar rooms, printing and photocopying services and a rooftop cafeteria. In addition, College Street Campus library houses specialised collections in Music and Architecture. With a collection of over 200,000 books, journals and audiovisual materials, WIT Libraries also provide 24/7 access to over 120,000 eBook titles and a vast array of online journals & research databases, accessible both on and off campus. Library staff offer friendly, on-demand, help and training to all students in finding and using the information that they need to succeed at college and into their future careers. During term, the library opens at night and on Saturdays. Web: www.wit.ie/library Facebook: www.facebook.com/witlibraries Twitter: @witlibraries WIT STUDENT CARD At WIT, there’s no need to fumble around in your pocket for loose change to buy a sandwich or photocopy notes. Instead, you use your WITCard! The WITCard is the official identification card for students and is used for numerous services on campus including accessing the library, printing, photocopying, point of sale, buying lunch or a cup of tea, vending & access control. Your WITCard offers convenience, flexibility and most importantly security. For more information or to download the App, visit www.witcampusservices.ie

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Spacious and modern, all apartments feature en-suite bedrooms, fully fitted kitchens and dedicated study areas.

BANKING ON CAMPUS Allied Irish Bank has a branch and ATM on campus to provide banking services and advice to students. CAMPUS SHOPPING The campus shops sell many commodities required by students, to make your life that bit easier - for example, writing materials, drawing instruments, confectionery, sportsgear, clothing, computer disks, newspapers, textbooks, bus tickets, stamps, batteries and so on - all at competitive prices. RETAIL AT WIT (ON AND OFF CAMPUS) Centra @ the Well allows you to use your WITCard or any credit/laser cards for a hassle free, convenient transaction. We cater for all your student needs, from all stationery requirements to snacks. THE PROJECT SPOT The project spot provides a wide range of secretarial services for students including typing, document binding, photocopying, transparencies, printing, lamination, fax service, past examination papers and a desktop publishing and scanning service. CAMPUS RESTAURANTS Food on the campus is second to none and our ethos is to provide healthy, freshly prepared, tasty food. There are a number of restaurants on campus which cater for all tastes: UÊ / iÊ > iÀÞ UÊ The Dome UÊ The Hot House Bistro UÊ Oscars at the Library UÊ / iÊ `Ê- i« iÀ`Ê > Ìii UÊ Browne’s Road Restaurant

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Sports clubs & societies WIT has a tremendous history in sport and recreation with upwards of 30 sports clubs and upwards of 25 societies registered each year. The WIT GAA Club is the best known and most successful with its hurlers having won the Fitzgibbon Cup on nine occasions and WITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camogie team won the Ashbourne Cup this year for the sixth time in a row and eighth time in total. Other sports that feature high in the Institute include; Ladies and Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Football, Soccer, Rugby, Athletics and Basketball. There is also a lot of support for a wide range of other sports such as; Kayaking, Badminton, Judo and Sailing. These clubs have very strong membership bases and represent the Institute in Intervarsity competitions very successfully.

WIT SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME Sport and athlete development has long been at the heart of Waterford Institute of Technology and over the last 3 years the college has been developing itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Sports Scholarship Programme in support of up and coming athletes. The WIT Sports Scholarship Programme offers an athlete led development programme aimed at supporting the holistic development of high performance athletes in a wide range of sports. The aim of the WIT Sports Scholarship Programme is to give talented athletes the opportunity to develop their sporting career by offering a network of support services and expertise which is UBJMPSFE BSPVOE UIF TQFDJmD OFFET PG FBDI JOEJWJEVBM BUIMFUF SPORTS FACILITIES WIT has recently opened its state of the art WIT Sports Campus, located on the West Campus in Carriganore. The facilities include 3 grass multi sports pitches and training areas, a top class all weather GAA pitch and 2 all weather soccer pitches, a 2km outdoor running area as well as sports pavillion with 8 dressing rooms, physio rooms, team meeting and video analysis rooms. The next stage of development will include a multi sport indoor arena which will house a state of the art gym and high performance sports testing facilities. Other facilities on offer at WIT include the WIT Fitness Suite and the WIT Sports Hall. The Waterford Crystal Sports Centre has a 25m pool, gym and sports hall and offers student rates. The Regional Sports Centre (RSC) has in international standard athletic track, playing pitches, pitch & putt course and tennis courts and is used by the Instituteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clubs and students. Williamstown Municipal Golf Course is also close to the college and offers student rates.

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There are three awarding categories of sport scholarships provided by WIT; Bronze, Silver and Gold. In addition external Scholarships are provided by the Munster Council GAA Scholarships. 5IF QSPHSBNNF QSPWJEFT TFSWJDFT BOE CFOFmUT UP BMM TQPSU scholarship recipients in the following areas; Support Services: t 'JOBODJBM 4VQQPSU t "DBEFNJD 4VQQPSU BOE .FOUPSJOH t 4USFOHUI BOE $POEJUJPOJOH t 4QPSU 4DJFODF 4VQQPSU t 5FDIOJDBM BOE *OKVSZ .BOBHFNFOU 4VQQPSU t "DDFTT UP .FEJDBM BOE 1IZTJPUIFSBQZ 4FSWJDFT t (ZN .FNCFSTIJQ Sports Scholarships are available at all levels of the student studies and are offered to various types of different sporting disciplines. Once selected to the programme, scholarship athletes are FYQFDUFE UP CF MFBEFST PO UIF TQPSU mFME BOE QMBZ BO BDUJWF SPMF JO WIT Sports Clubs. If you think you have what it takes you can get more information by calling into the Clubs and Societies Office on the Cork Road Campus or contact us at sport@wit.ie or else call (051) 834132. See www.wit.ie/sportscholarships for further information.

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WIT SOCIETIES

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If sport isn’t your thing, another great way to get involved at WIT is through societies.

Architectural Visual Art Design Business Chinese Students African Students Christian Union Construction Mgt Music Psychology Irish Traditional Music

Law LGBT International Students Political Science Social Care DJ & Clubbers Comedy Italian language Irish Language Mature Students Hackers

Katrina Parrock Sport: Camogie Achievement: 4 time All Ireland winner with Wexford Camogie team and 3 time All Star Recipient Course: Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Sport Management

Athletics Badminton Basketball (ladies & men) Boxing Equestrian Gaelic Football (ladies & men) - Golf - Hurling - Judo - Karate - Kayaking

- Kickboxing - Cricket - Handball - Yoga - Ultimate Frisbee - Sky Diving - Mountaineering - Darts - Pool - Rugby (ladies & men) - Soccer (ladies & men) - Motor Sport

Rowing Sailing Video Gaming Ski Surf Swimming Table Tennis Tennis Volleyball Poker

“Every year the programme worked on different aspects which included nutrition, fitness and strength. The advantages of being on the Scholarship programme are three fold: 1. Helped in the success of the Ashbourne Cup Tournament. Without the support given from the Scholarship Programme we would not have achieved the amazing results in the last four years. 2. The programme keeps you focused for success, which helps both in sporting terms and academically. 3. The programme keeps your personal fitness at peak levels which helps for the Ashbourne competition and also for county and club level competition as well. Life in WIT has been very positive for me over the past 4 years.”

Ray O’Dwyer Sport: Athletics Achievement: Represented Ireland at the London 2012 Paralympics Course: Higher Certificate in Business

“Being part of the Scholarship Programme gives me access to great training facilities as well as vital academic and financial support. The programme is very much athlete catered and allows me balance the demands of college and sport and perform to my best in both fields.”

Patricia Jackman

“Although the monetary benefits are great to help manage costs, the benefits are not exclusively monetary and the Scholarship Programme offers a number of services which help in the sporting development of the athlete. Services I have used have ranged from strength and conditioning to sport psychology, whilst academic support can also be acquired, which can be invaluable during the exam period. I am in no doubt that the programme has played a huge role in my development as a player in the last four years.”

Sport: Camogie Achievement: Waterford Inter- County player and 4 time All Ireland Poc Fada Champion Course: Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Sport Management

Noel Connors Sport: Hurling Achievement: Waterford Inter-County Senior Hurler and All Star Recipient Course: Masters in Internationalisation

Dylan Mernagh Sport: Soccer Achievement: Waterford United player and represented Ireland at Óä£ÎÊ7 À `Ê-ÌÕ`i ÌÊ > iÃÊ Course: Business in Recreation & Sport Management

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“The Scholarship Programme is a bespoke and unique opportunity to assist and support individuals who excel in their sporting disciplines, be it at an individual or team event. Year on year the programme has grown with an increase in services, which include financial and academic assistance but also with an increase in the number of individuals receiving the award, hence testament to its success. Personally, I have benefitted largely from the support and advice that stems from this programme over a five-year period and without such assistance I feel my student life would have lacked a core element and weakened my personal growth.” “Since being accepted onto the WIT Sports Scholarship Programme I have enjoyed my most successful year in the college, both on and off the pitch. Being captain of the Institute’s men’s soccer team we reached the All Ireland final and I also represented WIT and Ireland at this years World Student Games in Russia. Academically, I also achieved my honours degree all with the help of the Sports Scholarship Programme. Through nutritional information, strength and conditioning and other support services the programme is of huge benefit to any student athlete within the college.”

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NIGHTLIFE Waterford has a great variety of pubs and nightclubs and a long theatrical and musical tradition. The local arts centre, Garter Lane, holds many exhibitions of art, design and photography and it runs regular workshops where young people can participate in drama, dance and other artistic activities in their modern theatre. The Theatre Royal hosts the Waterford International Light Opera festival each year along with a variety of other productions. College Hall on WITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campus is also a centre of choice for large-scale musical events. Waterford has become a haven for good food at reasonable prices. (PVSNFU WFHFUBSJBO FUIOJD QJ[[B BOE QVC HSVCy UIFSF T TPNFUIJOH UP suit every taste. SHOPPING Waterford offers a choice to shoppers ranging from sophisticated fashion shops, craft shops, modern malls including City Square to superb delicatessens and colourful traditional, family owned shops. If you want something a little less high-street, there are many exquisite and imaginative hand-crafted products produced in the city and county.

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Head of Department of Accountancy & Economics: Ger Long, BA(Hons) BFS, MBA, AITI, FCA Email: glong@wit.ie Head of Department of Management & Organisation: Joan McDonald, B.Comm, H.Dip in Ed. MA (Mgmt in Education), BA(HRM), BABFS, ACIS, FCIPD

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This four-year fulltime course offers you a broad range of business skills combined with a thorough knowledge of the financial and economic environment in which firms operate. On graduation, you will have developed personal and professional skills which will give you the confidence to start a successful business career, in Ireland or overseas.

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A flexible degree The course is extremely flexible, giving you a broad understanding of a range of disciplines in the first two years while allowing you to specialise and get a greater understanding of the area of most interest to you in the final two years.

John Hume Scholarship Students on this course are entitled to apply for the John Hume Scholarship which is awarded by the combined Waterford Credit Unions to a first year student of the School of Business on the basis of academic and community performance.

Specialisations At the beginning of Year 1, you can choose to study general business or may opt for a specialisation. You can amend or finalise that specialisation on completion of Year 2.

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Languages: Âˇ French Âˇ German

Âˇ Irish Âˇ Chinese

Unique Feature - Flexible Semester This facilitates the development of skills in the areas of communication, customer service awareness, decision making, problem solving, teamwork, commercial awareness, creativity, confidence and reflection. In Semester 6 students will be given an opportunity to participate in one of the following:

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ADVANCED ENTRY Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

Specialisations: Âˇ Economics & Finance Âˇ Human Resource Management Âˇ Management Âˇ Accounting Âˇ Marketing Language Options You are encouraged to study one of four languages as part of your degree, although this is not a requirement.

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Adam Roylance WD048 Bachelor of Business (Hons)

Study Abroad: Students spend the semester abroad studying in one of our partner colleges in Europe, USA, Canada, India or China. Work Placement: Students spend the semester in appropriate work placement, representative of many business sectors. New Venture Initiative: Students set up and run their own business during the semester. They are provided with professional mentoring from the experienced business community in the areas of business planning, marketing and selling, finance and IT. $PMMFHF BOE $PNNVOJUZ 1SPKFDU There are two strands to this option, Teaching and Community. Students taking the Teaching option spend two days a week in college taking classes related to the

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Martina Quinn WD048 Bachelor of Business (Hons) (HRM Stream)

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ACCOUNTING What is Accounting? Accounting is a stimulating and challenging business function concerned the collection, analysis and COURSEwith OUTLINE reporting of information to the owners and managers of a business and other interested parties such as lending institutions and Government.

Follow on Study Master of Business in Accounting, Master of Business or other equivalent masters courses in Ireland or abroad.

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Applied Financial Reporting Performance Measurement Governance & Control Company Law 1 The Global Economy Financial Services Marketing

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Advanced Management Accounting Business Finance Business Strategy Accounting Information Systems Skills 1 Income Tax Auditing Theory (E) Marketing Environment Analysis (E) Applied Critical Thinking (E) Internal Audit Theory (E) Company Law 2 (E)

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Financial Reporting Man. Acc. Decision Making Professional Ethics for Accountants Law for Accountants The Macroeconomic Environment Professional Oral Communication

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To qualify as a professional accountant the graduate may opt to study for the accountancy examinations of one of the main accounting bodies while working in the accounting area. To qualify as a business teacher graduates must complete a Higher Diploma in Education.

Financial Accounting Management Accounting Techniques Microeconomics Information Technology for Accountants Organisational Behaviour HRM in a Business Context

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Career Opportunities Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Accounting may work in business or as trainee accountants or teachers following further study.

Basic Financial Accounting Cost Accounting Principles of Microeconomics Statistics and Mathematics Introduction to Management Professional Written Communication

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Special Features t The course attracts extensive exemptions from the Chartered Accountants Ireland (ACA), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA). t The course has a number of awards attached to it including the PricewaterhouseCoopers Scholarship, the Aidan McAvinue prize for taxation, the CPA prize for Financial Accounting and the CIMA prize for Management Accounting.

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What is the BA (Hons) in Accounting course? The BA (Hons) in Accounting is a three year degree course that prepares students mainly for careers in accountancy.

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Advanced Financial Accounting Corporate Investment Analysis Corporate Strategy Accounting Information Systems Skills 2 Taxation Auditing Practice (E) Managing the Marketing Mix (E) Skills for Accounting Professionals (E) Company Law 2 (E) Internal Audit Practice (E)

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;What I believe really sold WIT to me was the student teacher support which is renowned all over the country. Small classes allow for students to meet lecturers on a daily basis for help, queries, or additional questions. From my own perspective even now in my current postgraduate course Masters in Accounting, that service is invaluable, especially around exam time. The fact the classes remained small and the teaching style remained somewhat unchanged made the transition from secondary school to college a minor detail allowing more time to settle in.â&#x20AC;?

Aaron Power WD084 BA (Hons) in Accounting

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2013 325

2014 315

ADVANCED ENTRY Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course. To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Career Opportunities One of the most important challenges for the continued success of the financial services sector is the required development of specialisation in some areas of financial services, for example, risk management, treasury management and derivatives, mathematical and analytical skills. There is currently a shortage of these specialist skills available. It is considered imperative that Ireland builds its pool of mathematically literate skill sets as a key enabler to a successful high value financial centre. Special Features t Free Elective: In third year you will be given the opportunity to select any module of your choice. Student choice has been a mix of financial modules, language modules and multimedia modules, but choices are not limited to these. t We have developed links with the Institute of Bankers in Ireland, where you can select to sit external financial exams as your elective modules. Not only will you get credit for this in your degree but it gives you an advantage when you move out into the professional workplace.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Clare Kearney, BSc (Mgmt), FCA Email: ckearney@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD160

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study Master of Business in Economics & Finance Master of Business in Accounting Master of Business, or other equivalent masters courses in Ireland or abroad.

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COURSE OUTLINE Introduction to Statistics Basic Financial Accounting Principles of Microeconomics Fundamentals of Business Law ICT Skills (Information Technology) Professional Written Communication

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REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OC3/HD3 Mathematics: OC3/HD3

Course Description The BA (Hons) in Finance and Investment is a three year full time degree course dedicated to the development of successful finance managers. The course aims to develop the financial skills of its students through a course of analytical, numerical and financial modules as well as placing a significant emphasis on communication skills and teamwork, which are skills vital to the development of good financial managers.

Financial Accounting Microeconomics Personal Financial Management Business and Financial Mathematics Advanced Financial IT Skills Business Finance

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Taxation of Personal Income Capital Markets Quantitative Techniques Principles of Macroeconomics Financial Reporting Professional Oral Communication

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Corporate Taxation Investments Financial Regulation Applied Finance Business Ethics in a Global Environment Macroeconomics

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i* IBWF SFBMMZ FOKPZFE NZ UJNF BU 8BUFSGPSE *OTUJUVUF PG Technology. The lecturers are friendly, engaging and the classes are small enough so that everybody has an opportunity to be heard and get involved. My degree is in the specialised field of finance and WIT offers various connections with the related industries and will help anybody in their search for future employment. With a wide range of clubs and societies available, I would encourage all students to get involved and participate. I found this to be an easy way to meet lots of people and enhance my overall experience. I feel WIT is the perfect environment for me at the moment and I look forward to continuing my studies here for the foreseeable future.â&#x20AC;?

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MARKETING & DIGITAL MEDIA

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Advertising Communications Mix Print Media Advertising Commercial Law The Consumer Environment Marketing Research Practice Accounting for Non-Specialists

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Introduction to Advertising ICT for Advertising Introduction to Business Law Direct & Database Marketing Consumer Psychology Marketing Research Theory

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Work Placement or Study Abroad The work placement or study abroad takes place in Semester 7. It allows students to gain real experience of working in a marketing environment. Companies who have been involved in the placements include: Coca Cola, Aer Lingus, Ben Sherman, Bulmers, Bank of Ireland and Advertising Agencies such as Rothco, Cawley Nea and Youngs. Students can also opt to study abroad in one of WITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s partner institutions in Europe, Canada or the USA.

Marketing Mix Professional Oral Communication The Economic Environment Mathematics eMarketing Organisational Behaviour

SEMESTER 8

Career Opportunities t Advertising t Digital Media (Managing company website/ social media/online promotions) t Marketing Research t Brand Management t Sports Sponsorship t Sales & Purchasing t Public Relations

Introduction to Marketing Professional Written Communication Pricing Strategy Statistics ICT Skills 1 Introduction to Management

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Marketing Work Placement Study Abroad

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What is Digital Media? Advertising involves developing the right message and selecting the best media to communicate directly with our customers or other groups. There is a direct link between Advertising and Digital Media. Many businesses are currently using digital media (websites / social media / email marketing / blogs & other web based media) in order to advertise to their customers.

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YEAR THREE

What is Marketing? Marketing is an important business function that firstly identifies the needs of our customers. We identify these needs by gathering information through market research. Then we design our product or brand and develop the right distribution, price and communications strategy.

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SeĂĄn Woodward WD095 BA (Hons) in Marketing & Digital Media

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Denis Harris, BComm, MBA Email: dharris@wit.ie Tel: 051 845617 Web: www.wit.ie/WD193

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International Placement In Year 3, semester five and six, our students are required to complete a study placement abroad in a WIT Partner Institute in Europe, USA, Canada, India or China. Generally, classes abroad are in English, irrespective of the country involved. Career Opportunities t (SBEVBUFT NBZ KPJO MBSHFS GJSNT BU KVOJPS NBOBHFNFOU level, and then go on to work in several international business functions, including: human resources, export departments, international sales or purchasing & logistics. t Graduates are also very suited to the demands of small and medium-sized enterprises, and to the varied nature of work required of a manager in a smaller firm.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: James Redmond, BBS, MBS, ACMA &NBJM KSFENPOE!XJU JF Web: www.wit.ie/WD134

â&#x20AC;&#x153; As part of my WIT course, I spent a beautiful fall semester in Boston at UMASS (University of Massachusetts) which academically, personally and professionally enriched my life by many unforgettable experiences. I think that this is the best way for people to become respectful of other cultures. I consider this international placement as my lifetime opportunity and I am glad that I got this chance.â&#x20AC;?

Tereza Slavova WD134 BA (Hons) in International Business

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Culture & Society Organisational Behaviour Business and Financial Maths The Macroeconomic Environment ICT for Business Professional Oral Communication (E) Language*(E) European Union Introduction Fundamentals of Business Law Human Resource Management 1 Financial Accounting for Non-Specialists Introduction to Marketing The Professional Individual (E) Understanding the Irish (E) Language* (E) Intercultural Business Context International Trade Law 1 Human Resource Management 2 Management Decision Making Marketing Mix Skills for Professional Managers (E) The Global Economy (E) Language* (E) Semester 5 - International Placement 1 Semester 6 - International Placement 2

YEAR FOUR

Follow on Study Master of Business in Internationalisation Master of Business, Master by Research

STUDENT VIEW

CHOOSE 1

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

Special Features t A multicultural student group, making the classroom a living cultural experience. t A relatively small class group, allows for a very personal college experience. t Although not compulsory, students have the opportunity to study from a range of languages: French, German, Italian and Spanish. Additionally, our students whose first language is not English may UBLF &OHMJTI BT B TVCKFDU UISPVHIPVU UIF DPVSTF

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2013 315

Introduction to International Business Introduction to Management Introduction to Statistics Economics of the Market ICT Skills 1 Professional Written Communication (E) Language* (E)

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS

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CHOOSE 1

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OC3/HD3

What is the BA (Hons) in International Business course? The BA (Hons) in International Business is a four year course that prepares students to live and work in an international and inter-cultural context. International business describes a wide variety of business areas, such as a firm exporting products and services, dealing with foreign suppliers, operating a factory or a marketing department in another country. Graduates are equipped with a broad range of business skills and knowledge, and importantly, develop the abilities and sensitivities necessary to effectively work and manage in a multicultural world.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

SEMESTER 8

DURATION: 4 YEARS

CHOOSE 1

YEAR ONE

WD134

YEAR TWO

LEVEL:

YEAR 3

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International Institutions International HRM Supply Chain Management Business Strategy International Trade Law 2 Conflicts & Teams (E) Entrepreneurship (E) Financial Management (E) Integrated Marketing Communications (E) Leadership in Organisations (E) MIS & eBusiness (E) Operations Management (E) Organisational Psychology (E) Language* (E) International Management International Political Economy Business Ethics in a Global Society Global Strategic Marketing Corporate Strategy Competition Law (E) International Economy (E) International Marketing Communications(E) Managing Diversity (E) Sustainable Development (E) Team Building & Negotiation (E) Language* (E) E = Elective *Language = French/German/Italian/Spanish/English

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BACHELOR OF

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Statistics Managing Human Resources 1 Law 1 Management Accounting 1 Microeconomics for Business Enterprise Skills

SEMESTER 4

Mathematics Professional Oral Communication Introduction to Organisational Behaviour Introduction to Macroeconomics Fundmentals of Marketing Accounts Analysis

Marketing Mix Decisions Managing Human Resources 2 Law 2 Management Accounting 2 Macroeconomics for Business Applied ICT Skills 2 (Information Technology)

SEMESTER 5

YEAR TWO YEAR THREE

Follow on Study Honours degree courses within the School of Business, in particular the Level 8 Bachelor of Business (Hons).

Business Learning & Practice Management Introduction to Microeconomics Fundamentals of Accounting Applied ICT Skills 1 (Information Technology) Professional Written Communication

Finance for Business Ireland in the European Union International Business: An Introduction Managing for Professionals Applied Marketing Research Management Science

SEMESTER 6

YEAR ONE

COURSE OUTLINE

Career Opportunities Graduates of the Bachelor of Business will find work in t trainee management t KVOJPS NBOBHFNFOU JO BOZ PG UIF NBJO CVTJOFTT functions and across all industry and services sectors Special Features t The applied nature of the course means you can undertake tasks and assignments similar to those worked on in industry and commerce. t Completion of this course entitles students to the following professional body exemptions: - Examinations F1, F2, and F3 of the professional examinations of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). - Examinations C01 to C05 inclusive of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

LEVEL:

WD159

DURATION: 3 YEARS

BUSINESS Course Description The Bachelor of Business is a three year degree that provides students with specialised knowledge across a wide range of business areas. The degree focuses on developing student knowledge in critical areas PG CVTJOFTT TUVEJFT JO DPOKVODUJPO XJUI EFWFMPQJOH interpersonal and communication skills that are necessary in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business environment. Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Business degree will have a range of skills and competencies that will allow them to make a meaningful contribution in the workplace.

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Managerial Accounting Employee Relations and HRM Managing Business Ethics Economics for Business 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Leadership Skills for Managers

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 200

2014 205

STUDENT VIEW

â&#x20AC;&#x153;WIT provides close knit classes that strive to perform to the

best of itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability mainly due to lecturers that are recognised world wide in their fields along with the interaction with their students. The Institute is growing year by year as a HSFBUFS DIPJDF PG UPQJDT BOE TVCKFDUT BSF JOUSPEVDFE BOE BT a result is attracting vast numbers, also the social life, clubs & societies and many more facilities such as the new sports center at Carriganore which is being used for the sporting excellence for institutes and universities all over Ireland are all benchmarks for other colleges to follow. After completing my ordinary degree I wish to follow on my studies in Waterford and complete both honours and masters in business studies.â&#x20AC;? Noel Connors WD159 Bachelor of Business

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Fiona Ryan, BBS (Economics & Finance), MBSI

Email: feaderyan@wit.ie Tel: 051 834085 Web: www.wit.ie/WD159

Waterford Institute of Technology BUSINESS

2013 205

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Special Features t Our BSc in Retail Management programme is the ideal course of study for any individual who wishes to pursue a career in the retail sector. t The applied nature of the programme means you undertake tasks and assignments similar to those worked on in the retail sector. t The Business Learning and Practice module in first year is specifically designed to assist your transition to college life. t The work placement option in semester 5 allows you to gain real experience working in a retail environment. Each student will be required to keep a log of his or her work-related experience BOE QSPEVDF BO BQQMJFE SFTFBSDI QSPKFDU BT QBSU of this placement. t The study abroad option in semester 5 gives students an opportunity to spend the semester studying in one of our partner colleges in Europe, North America or Canada. Career Opportunities t Graduates often pursue lead, supervisory, or management positions at the retail store level, or specialist/analyst positions within a retail department or corporate headquarters such as: Category Management, Buying and Merchandising, Key Account Management and Sales/Marketing positions t General Retail Management t Business ownership

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Fiona Fleming MMII, MBA, BA, HDip in Ed.

Phone: 051 302066 Email: ffleming@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD184

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STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study Bachelor of Business (Hons)

SEMESTER 1

YEAR: Min points:

YEAR ONE

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

What is the BSc in Retail Management? The BSc in Retail Management is a full-time three year degree course, combining class-based training with practical assignments. Throughout the course, students study general business theory and practice along with key areas relating to retail management, specifically: Retail Marketing, Brand and Category Management, International Retailing and Sales and Merchandising.

COURSE OUTLINE Business Learning and Practice Professional Written Communication Managing the Retail Organisation Introduction to Microeconomics Applied ICT Skills 1 Fundamentals of Accounting

SEMESTER 2

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

Retailing is a global, growth industry that provides challenging and rewarding career opportunities. Retail management is the achievement of company goals through effective and efficient planning, leadership, organisation and control of internal resources.

Mathematics Professional Oral Communication Introduction to Organisational Behaviour Introduction to Macroeconomics Retail Marketing Accounts Analysis

SEMESTER 3

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT

YEAR TWO

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

Statistics Managing Human Resources 1 Law 1 Management Accounting 1 Microeconomics for Business Enterprise

SEMESTER 4

DURATION: 3 YEARS

Marketing Mix Decisions Managing Human Resources 2 Law 2 Brand and Category Management Macroeconomics for Business Applied ICT Skills 2

SEMESTER 5

WD184

YEAR THREE

LEVEL:

Retail Work Placement Retail Work Placement Log Study Abroad Study Abroad Log

SEMESTER 6

CODE:

International Retailing Employee Relations and HRM Managing Business Ethics Sales and Merchandising 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Leadership Skills for Managers

â&#x20AC;&#x153; Since graduating from WIT in 2010, I have been working as a manager for Heatons Department Store. The retail management degree benefited me greatly and went a long way in securing my position in )FBUPOT 5IF TVCKFDUT UIBU BSF TUVEJFE in the programme are very relevant to the everyday dynamic environment of a retail manager. It provides you with the knowledge and tools to actively contribute to your role as a manager. WIT also has a great framework for developing its students, supporting them in attaining workplace relevant to their desired fields locally and across the country. I managed to secure placement with the international chain Tk Maxx. The time I spent there benefited my career by giving me a higher level of confidence, independence and direction.â&#x20AC;?

Collette Ryan WD184 BSc in Retail Management

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HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN

Follow on Study Graduates with a Higher Certificate in Business can transfer to degree courses in the School of Business at WIT including Bachelor of Business (Hons), Bachelor of Business, BA (Hons) in Accounting, BA (Hons) in Finance & Investment and BA (Hons) International Business.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Mathematics Professional Oral Communication Introduction to Organisational Behaviour Introduction to Macroeconomics Fundamentals of Marketing Accounts Analysis

SEMESTER 3

YEAR ONE

Business Learning & Practice Management Introduction to Microeconomics Fundamentals of Accounting Applied ICT Skills 1 Professional Written Communication

SEMESTER 4

Special Features t The applied nature of the teaching affords you the opportunity to put your learning into practice. This is done through the use of case studies from real businesses and through the examination of real business problems. t Completion of this course entitles students to the following professional body exemptions: - Examinations F1, F2, and F3 of the professional examinations of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). - Examinations C01 to C05 inclusive of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR TWO

Career Opportunities Graduates of the Higher Certificate in Business will find work in t trainee management t KVOJPS NBOBHFNFOU JO BOZ PG UIF NBJO CVTJOFTT functions and across all industry and services sectors t The qualification also allows students to progress to other academic courses

Statistics Managing Human Resources 1 Law 1 Management Accounting 1 Microeconomics for Business Enterprise Skills Marketing Mix Decisions Managing Human Resources 2 Law 2 Management Accounting 2 Macroeconomics for Business Applied ICT Skills 2

i * UIPSPVHIMZ FOKPZFE BMM PG NZ UJNF BU undergraduate level in WIT and my ZFBST TQFOU JO UIF )$#4 XFSF B NBKPS part of that. I feel that the HCBS gave me the strong foundation needed both academically and socially to progress further in WIT and also into my career going forward. The interpersonal relationships between students and lecturers are very strong as the lecturers are very approachable and helped me with any problems. The HCBS encompasses a broad range of business TVCKFDUT XIJDI HBWF NF NBOZ EJGGFSFOU options to pursue before I went down my own chosen career path. Upon completion of the HCBS I moved onto the ordinary and honours degrees in general business and then my masters in business management. I am continuing my education in the form of research in WIT in the hope of gaining a PhD.â&#x20AC;?

Sean McGee WD003 Higher Certificate in Business

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COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 200

2014 200

STUDENT VIEW

The Higher Certificate in Business Studies is a flexible two year course culminating in a widely recognised and highly regarded qualification. On successful completion of this course, students will have gained relevant business skills that they can apply in their future career. They will have deepened their understanding of how business operates.

LEVEL:

DURATION: 2 YEARS

BUSINESS What is the Higher Certificate in Business? The Higher Certificate in Business offers a wide range PG CVTJOFTT SFMBUFE TVCKFDUT JODMVEJOH "DDPVOUJOH Economics, Management, Marketing and Human Resource Management. A course in Business Studies provides students with the essential skills and practical knowledge required to facilitate success in any business situation.

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Anne Sweeney, BBS, MBS, MCIPD Email: asweeney@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD003

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SCHOOL OF

ENGINEERING www.wit.ie/engineering COURSE OPTIONS & PROGRESSION CHART

HEAD OF SCHOOL DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Dr. Ken Thomas, BE, MA, PhD, CEng, MIEI, Eurlng

Head: Albert Byrne BSc, MSc

CONTACTING THE SCHOOL WD086 WD010 WD031 WD026 WD085 WD011 WD032 WD036 WD182 WD190

BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronic Engineering BEng in Electronic Engineering BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics BEng (Hons) in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering BEng in Manufacturing Engineering BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering BEng in Electrical Engineering BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering (NEW)

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Claire Fitzpatrick, School Administrator Tel: 051 306160 Email: cmfitzpatrick@wit.ie Geraldine Hallissey, School Secretary Tel: 051 845568 Email: ghallissey@wit.ie

DEPARTMENTAL SECRETARIES Catriona Carroll, Engineering Technology Tel: 051 302613 Email: cbcarroll@wit.ie

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE Head: Sharon Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien, BArch, BSc Arch, AdvDipEnvirDesign WD144 WD195 WD094

Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) BSc (Hons) in Architectural & Building Information Modelling Technology (NEW) BSc in Architectural Technology

Alison Ryan, Built Environment Tel: 051 845512 Email: aeryan@wit.ie 36 38 39

Emer Quinn, Architecture Tel: 051 302035 Email: equinn@wit.ie Jane Kennedy, Administrator 5FM &NBJM KCLFOOFEZ!XJU JF

DEPARTMENT OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT Head: Derek Sinnott BEng, MSc WD025 WD162 WD139 WD178 WD171 WD040 WD059

BSc (Hons) in Construction Management & Engineering BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying BEng in Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Energy Engineering Higher Certificate in Engineering in Building Services Engineering BEng in Building Services Engineering

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Disclaimer: "MM DPVSTF UJUMFT BOE JOGPSNBUJPO MJTUFE BSF TVCKFDU UP DIBOHF We are constantly improving our portfolio of courses. See www.wit.ie for the most up to date information.

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ENGINEERING @ WIT POSTGRAD

DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

WD026

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics

WD036

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Eng.

WD190

LEVEL 8

WD031

LEVEL 7

BEng in Electrical Engineering

WD032

LEVEL 6

Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

BEng in Electronic Engineering

BEng (Hons) in Electrical Eng.

Transfer year 3 LEVEL 7

WD086

LEVEL 8

WD010

LEVEL 6

WD085

LEVEL 8

WD011

CAO ENTRY

BEng (Hons) in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

YEAR 4

BEng in Manufacturing Eng.

POSTGRAD

TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronic Engineering

YEAR 3

RESEARCH MASTERS & PHD

BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering

WD182

YEARS 1-2

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

WD144

LEVEL 8

WD195

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Architectural & Building Information Modelling Technology

LEVEL 7

BSc in Architectural Technology

Transfer year 4

POSTGRAD TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) - 5 years

YEAR 4+

RESEARCH MASTERS & PHD

CAO ENTRY

YEAR 3

WD094

YEARS 1-2

DEPARTMENT OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

WD025

LEVEL 8

WD162

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying

WD139

LEVEL 7

BEng in Civil Engineering

WD171

LEVEL 8

BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Energy Engineering

LEVEL 6

Higher Cert in Engineering in Building Services Engineering

YEAR 4+

WD178 WD059

LEVEL 7

Transfer year 3

LEVEL 8

Transfer year 3 BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Civil Engineering (2 years)

POSTGRAD

TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

BSc (Hons) in Construction Management Engineering

WD040

YEAR 3

RESEARCH MASTERS & PHD

CAO ENTRY

YEARS 1-2

BEng in Building Services Engineering

Advanced Entry: Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of our courses. See www.wit.ie/advancedentry.ie

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To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Industrial Studies and Placement The placement occurs in an electronics company from mid-February to mid-August. Prior to going on placement, there is an intensive course on Health & Safety, Resource Management and Ethics in Engineering. Companies which have taken students in the past include ABB, Abbott, Analog Devices, Bausch & Lomb, Braun, Datapac, EMC, Ericsson, ESB, GEA Automation, Honeywell, Howmedica, Intel, Janssen Pharmaceutical, Kromberg & Schubert, Lasercut Engineering, Measurex, Merck Sharpe & Dohme, Sanmina - SCI and Schering Plough.

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study MEng in Electronic Engineering Research Opportunities Some recent graduates are pursuing Masters and PhD level research in Ireland and abroad.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Fergal Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hanlon Email: fohanlon@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD086

â&#x20AC;&#x153;In my personal opinion, the biggest advantage available to engineering students here at WIT, is that all lecturers are experienced in their field and are up-to-date with the latest technology available in the industry. They are very pleasant, kind and eager to meet student expectations, extremely helpful, and ready to build on whatever level of knowledge a student may have. I think this is extremely important from the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perspective as all students do not have the same level of technical knowledge on entering the course. The support from lecturers and the WIT admin staff towards students is phenomenal.â&#x20AC;?

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

SEMESTER 3

ADVANCEDENTRY

Analogue Electronic Circuits 2 Finite State Machines Electric Circuit Theory Telecommunications 1 Maths Ordinary Differential Equations Advanced Programming Concepts

SEMESTER 4

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Analogue Electronic Circuits 3 Digital Systems Sensors, Fields & Filters Telecommunications 2 Maths Advances Calculus 0CKFDU 0SJFOUFE 1SPHSBNNJOH Analogue Control Advanced Engineering Maths Data Structures & Algorithms Semiconductor Fundamentals Electromagnetic Fields & Waves Telecommunications 3

SEMESTER 5

2013 350

Analogue Electronic Circuits 1 Sequential Logic AC Circuit Theory Physics 2 Maths Calculus Introduction to Programming Concepts

SEMESTER 6

YEAR: Min points:

Analogue Electronic Devices Combinational Logic DC Circuit Analysis Physics 1 Engineering Maths Learning Skills

Industrial Studies Industrial Placement

SEMESTER 7

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Career Opportunities Graduates of the BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering may find employment in the following areas: t Electronics Design t Control Engineering t Research & Development t Test and Measurement t Teaching t Technical Support t Electronic Sales

COURSE OUTLINE

1SPKFDU Microcomputer Hardware Theory & Applications of DSP Data Communications (E) IC Design (E) Applied Electromagnetism (E) Telecommunications Engineering (E)

CHOOSE 3

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: HC3

What is the BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering? The BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering is a four year degree course which prepares students for employment in the electronics industry. This course is recognised by Engineers Ireland (EI).

SEMESTER 8

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ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

CHOOSE 3

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONS) IN

YEAR ONE

DURATION: 4 YEARS

YEAR TWO

WD086

YEAR THREE

LEVEL:

YEAR FOUR

CODE:

1SPKFDU Microcomputer Software Real-time DSP Imp Digital Comm Analysis (E) Semiconductor Devices (E) Antennas & Radio Wave Prop (E) Applied Embedded Operating Systems (E) Digital Control (E) (E) Elective Module

Sohail Muhammad WD086 BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering

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CODE:

ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING SEMESTER 1

LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS

Electronic Devices and Theory Engineering Science Electrical Science 1 Fundamental Engineering Maths Learning Skills Electronics Technology

SEMESTER 2

YEAR ONE

COURSE ENTRY

Discrete Active Circuits Combinational Digital Systems Electrical Science 2 Introductory Calculus Computer Aided Engineering &MFDUSPOJDT 1SPKFDU

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

SEMESTER 3

YEAR TWO

Career Opportunities Graduates of the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronic Engineering find work in the following areas: t Assembly, testing and troubleshooting of electronic equipment t Operation and servicing of electronic equipment t Technical sales and technical support t Hardware and software applications

DURATION: 2 YEARS

Operational Amplifiers & Applications Sequential Digital Systems Telecommunications Fundamentals Further Calculus and Probability Electronic Systems 1 Introduction to HLL Programming

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

SEMESTER 4

COURSE OUTLINE

What is the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronic Engineering course? The Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronics is a two year course, which prepares students for employment and/or further education in the area of electronic engineering.

WD010

HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING IN What is Electronic Engineering? Common electronic systems include applications like mobile phones, sound and vision systems, computer and information technology, automation and machine control, robotics and biomedical engineering. Increasingly, embedded software is a vital element in modern electronics. Electronic engineering is concerned with the design, development, manufacture and application of electronic devices, circuits and systems.

LEVEL:

Electronic Power Circuits Programmable Digital Systems Telecommunication Systems Linear Algebra and ODEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Electronic Systems 2 Control Systems

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

YEAR: Min points:

2013 205

2014 205

ADVANCED ENTRY

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Follow on Study BEng in Electronic Engineering - WD031

STUDENT VIEW

Special Features of the Course There is a strong emphasis on practical work in UIF DPVSTF BOE UIFSF JT B QSPKFDU FMFNFOU JO FBDI semester where students construct and test electronic circuits. There is also hardware and software JOUFHSBUJPO JO TPNF PG UIFTF QSPKFDUT

i* IBWF KVTU DPNQMFUFE UIF )JHIFS Certificate in Electronic Engineering. As a mature student going to college I did not find it as difficult to adapt as I had expected. The course was FYDFMMFOU XJUI JOUFSFTUJOH QSPKFDU XPSL that encompassed the electronics theory taught through the year. Learning how to build circuits using the new found skills gives a sense of acheivement. I would be aiming to go further with the degree course and would encourage any of you with an interest in electronics and circuitry and how things work, to consider starting with this course.â&#x20AC;?

Peter McGorry WD010 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronic Engineering

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Martin Hayes Email: mhayes@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD010

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DURATION: 1 YEAR

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Those who qualify for entry to this course are: t Holders of a Higher Certificate in Electronic Engineering t Holders of equivalent qualifications and/or FYQFSJFODF TVCKFDU UP interview TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING IN

ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING What is Electronic Engineering? Common electronic systems include applications like mobile phones, sound and vision systems, computer and information technology, automation and machine control, robotics and biomedical engineering. Electronic engineering is concerned with the design, development, manufacture and application of electronic devices, circuits and systems. What is the BEng in Electronic Engineering course? The BEng in Electronics is a one year follow-on course from the Higher Certificate, which prepares students for employment and/or further education in the area of electronic engineering.

COURSE OUTLINE

Career Opportunities Graduates of the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering Degree will find work in the following areas: t Telecommunications (e.g. Nokia, Ericssons) t Microprocessor manufacture (e.g. Intel) t Field service engineering (e.g. Siemens) t Automotive Electronics t Software development C/C++/JAVA t Technical sales Follow on Study BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics - WD026

SEMESTER 1

WD031

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SEMESTER 2

LEVEL:

YEAR ONE

CODE:

&NCFEEFE 1SPKFDU "QQMJDBUJPO Embedded Software and RTOS Industrial Instrumentation Linear/Fourier Analysis Computer Networking Embedded Systems Design

Project Work There is a strong emphasis on QSPKFDU work in the course. Students design, construct and test embedded electronic applications. &YBNQMF QSPKFDU BQQMJDBUJPO BSFBT include Robotics, Automotive Electronics, Telecommunications, Sensors & Interfacing to Mobile Phones and WWW. The BEng has a strong embedded electronic, software and instrumentation emphasis.

STUDENT VIEW

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am presently studying BEng in Electronic Engineering having previously completed a Higher Certificate, graduating with a first class honours. I am planning to continue studying the BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics. In WIT there is a strong influence on preparing students for employment in the engineering world. This leads to a strong understanding of the way DPNQBOJFT XPSL BOE UIF XBZ QSPKFDUT BSF VOEFSUBLFO and completed. I have found the lecturers to be extremely helpful, providing me with a good technical background for UIF DPVSTF XIJDI * UIFO VTFE GPS UIF HSPVQ QSPKFDU BENGIE.

INFORMATION:

BENGIE is a robot that students built from the base up, designing the hardware and the software for all of its functions, which gave me first hand experience in team based engineering.â&#x20AC;?

COURSE LEADER: Jason Berry &NBJM KCFSSZ!XJU JF Web: www.wit.ie/WD031

Cathal Deehy-Power WD031 BEng in Electronic Engineering

Waterford Institute of Technology ENGINEERING

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CODE:

WD026

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

Industrial Studies & Placement

SEMESTER 3

YEAR TWO

Career Opportunities Career opportunities for graduates of this course exist as electronics engineers in various areas: t Telecommunications t Software and Computer industry t Research and development t Electronic and IC design t Production t Test/maintenance, and control/automation departments.

Telecommunications Control Systems Topics in Engineering Maths Analogue Circuit Design Semiconductor Technology Embedded Software Development

Data Communications Signals & Systems Marketing & Management Embedded Processing Wireless Communication Theory 1SPKFDU 4QFDJGJDBUJPO

SEMESTER 4

SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER 1

YEAR ONE

COURSE OUTLINE

What is the BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics? The BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics is an exciting two year add-on degree course, which prepares students for careers that are both financially and intellectually rewarding. The course covers a broad range of areas: computer hardware and software, communication technologies, signal processing, NBSLFUJOH BOE NBOBHFNFOU QSPKFDU BOE JOEVTUSJBM placement.

DURATION: 2 YEARS

APPLIED ELECTRONICS What is electronics? From computers to mobile phones, electronics is the technology that touches all aspects of our lives. Electronics is about creating microchip devices for sensing, processing, storing, and transmitting information.

LEVEL:

DSP Fundamentals Applied Embedded OSs Embedded Systems Design Enterprise Studies Telecommunications Application 1SPKFDU *NQMFNFOUBUJPO

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Students who have completed the BEng in Electronic Engineering or equivalent can apply for this course. Please note that reaching the minimum requirements will not guarantee a place on this course. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Examples of companies employing past graduates are: t *OUFM t )POFZXFMM t &SJDTTPO t %FMM t "OBMPH %FWJDFT t #BVTDI -PNC t EMC Industrial Placement A company placement programme takes place in the first year of the course from February to September to provide students with a real experience of the working environment. Past companies who have been involved in industrial placement includes: Intel, Ericsson, Analog Devices, Honeywell, ESB, and many more. Follow on Study MEng in Electronic Engineering Masters by Research

STUDENT VIEW

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I completed a National Cert and a National Diploma in Electronic Engineering, and following this transferred into the BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics. Having successfully completed a seven month work placement in Intel, I was PGGFSFE B QFSNBOFOU KPC EVSJOH NZ GJOBM year and now am a full-time employee of Intel Ireland. .Z UJNF JO 8*5 XBT UIPSPVHIMZ FOKPZBCMF The lecturers were always extremely helpful and approachable. The wide SBOHF PG FOHJOFFSJOH TVCKFDUT BOE practical applications were beneficial to me in gaining a wide range of knowledge, allowing for development into any number of disciplines.â&#x20AC;?

Carol Burke WD026 BSc (Hons) in Applied Electronics

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Past Graduates are employed in a variety of companies including: Bausch & Lomb, Hewlett-Packard, Intel, Mercury Engineering, Radley Engineering and abroad. Follow on Study Graduates of this course are eligible to proceed to postgraduate courses in WIT and other colleges. Industrial Placement Industrial placement takes place in semester 6, which can be up to six months duration (March - September). These placements have been very successful at providing a perspective on the broad variety of material that they have covered in the course.

Field Trips Industrial visits are an integral part of the course, providing the students with examples of authentic applications of course material. Other events, such as visiting lecturers or Engineering Society trips, occur on a regular basis.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Lorraine Roche Email: lroche@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD085

â&#x20AC;&#x153; Engineering is known to be a difficult yet rewarding career path and after choosing to study this in WIT I found that the reward begins with less of the difficulty. The course had such a broad spectrum of modules, a variety of software packages and industrial placement. This placement gave me a chance to apply all the techniques I have learned, and gave me a real flavour for what life after college can be like. The strong focus PO NBOBHFNFOU JO UIF GJOBM ZFBS KVTU TIPXT UIF TUBOEBSE UIBU the course is at, as it aims to produce engineering managers who can be adaptable into any field.â&#x20AC;?

Emily Watson WD085 BEng (Hons) in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

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YEAR FOUR

Students have been previously placed in Bausch & Lomb (Waterford), Honeywell (Waterford), Intel (Leixlip), Janssen Pharmaceutical (Cork), Lasercut Engineering (Shannon), Schering-Plough (Wicklow), and Stryker (Cork).

Introductory Calculus Electrical Science Manufacturing Technology 1 Engineering Mechanics Computer Aided Draughting Manufacturing Systems Electrical Engineering Mathematical Methods Engineering Design Applied Mechanics Engineering Computing Materials 2 Computer-aided Design Thermodynamics Manufacturing Technology 2 Production Systems Advanced Calculus Electronic Engineering Quality Management Industrial Power Systems Mechanics of Materials Dynamics & Vibrations Enterprise Resource Management Fluid Mechanics

Industrial Studies Industrial Placement

Heat and Mass Transfer FEA & Design Tools Manufacturing Facilities Facility Simulation & Reliability Operations Strategy 1SPKFDU Advanced Materials & Process Selection Process Control Supply Chain Management Energy Conversion Applied Fluid Mechanics 1SPKFDU

STUDENT VIEW

2013 290

SEMESTER 1

YEAR: Min points:

SEMESTER 2

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Career Opportunities Graduates of the course may find work in the following areas: t Process Design and Improvement t Enterprise Resource Management t Product Design & Development t Manufacturing Engineering t Quality Management

Fundamental Engineering Maths Physics Materials 1 Mechanical Systems Engineering Drawing Thinking & Learning Skills

SEMESTER 3

HC3 or bettter in a laboratory TDJFODF PS UFDIOPMPHJDBM TVCKFDU compensates for not making the required grade in Maths (OB3/ HD3)

What is the BEng (Hons) in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering course? This is a four year honours degree, which prepares students for employment in a very broad range of engineering situations.

COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 4

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OB3/HD3

What is Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering? This is a broad area focusing on the design and development of products and processes. Mechanical engineering has a strong product and equipment design element, while manufacturing engineering analyses the processes and systems required to produce goods.

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COURSE ENTRY

MECHANICAL & MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

SEMESTER 7

DURATION: 4 YEARS

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONS) IN

SEMESTER 8

YEAR ONE

WD085

YEAR TWO

LEVEL:

YEAR THREE

CODE:

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SEMESTER 1

LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS

Electrical Technology Learning Skills Workshop 1 Machine Systems Materials Technology 1 Fundamental Engineering Maths

SEMESTER 2

YEAR ONE

COURSE ENTRY

Production Technology 1 Engineering Drawing / CAD Mechanical Science Engineering Science Introductory Calculus Machine Control & Assembly

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

SEMESTER 3

Industrial Visits To reflect the practical nature of mechanical engineering, the course contains a number of laboratory classes. These include Workshop, Automation, Materials, Science and Automotive laboratories. In addition industrial visits and field trips are used to enhance the learning experience.

YEAR TWO

Career Opportunities t Plant operation and maintenance t CAD/ Drawing Office t CNC Programmer t Manufacturing Engineering Support t Assistant Design Engineer t Technical Sales Person

COURSE OUTLINE

DURATION: 2 YEARS

Mathematical Methods Engineering Drawing / Design Applied Computing Materials Technology 2 Production Plant Workshop 2

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

SEMESTER 4

What is the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering course? The Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering is a two year full-time course. Course graduates are trained in many engineering disciplines including Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing, CAD, Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Automotive Technology.

WD011

HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING IN What is Mechanical Engineering? Mechanical engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with the design and manufacture of machinery and tools. Mechanical engineers use applied maths and science to design a wide range of machines, from domestic household appliances to sophisticated machines such as aircraft and automobiles.

LEVEL:

Calculus Electronics & Control Power Systems Production Technology 2 Engineering Design Analysis 1SPKFDU

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

YEAR: Min points:

2013 200

2014 200

ADVANCED ENTRY

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study BEng in Manufacturing Engineering - WD032 BEng (Hons) in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering - WD085

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I applied for this course because of my keen interest in the design of machinery. Studying at Waterford Institute of Technology has been a great experience for me, I have made TPNF HSFBU GSJFOET IFSF * FTQFDJBMMZ FOKPZFE the practical side to the course where I have achieved great skills. The lecturers in WIT are really helpful they have given me great support in the last two years. One of the great benefits of this course is the option to continue on to the BEng in Manufacturing Engineering course which I intend to do.â&#x20AC;&#x153;

Cliodhna Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill WD011 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Paul Allen Email: pallen@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD011

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LEVEL:

WD032

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DURATION: 1 YEAR

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

ADD-ON COURSE

What is the BEng in Manufacturing Engineering Course? This one year add-on course is designed to give students the basic knowledge and tools to enable them to work in a manufacturing environment with particular emphasis on automation and control of machines and processes. The topics include robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLC), design, transducers and operations management. Career Opportunities t Process Engineers t Production Engineers t Automation Specialists Follow on Study BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering - WD036

Please note that reaching the minimum requirements will not guarantee a place on this course. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

REQUIREMENTS: Applicants should have successfully completed a Higher Certificate in Engineering in one of the following disciplines: t Mechanical Engineering t Production Engineering t Industrial Engineering t Manufacturing Engineering t Any qualification considered equivalent by the course board.

YEAR ONE

COURSE ENTRY

COURSE OUTLINE Engineering Design Process Manufacturing Technology Mechatronics 1 Operations Management Differential Equations 1SPKFDU Engineering Design Operation Mechatronics 2 Process Control Robotics & Materials Handling Dynamics & Control 1SPKFDU

Special Feature - Project 5IF NBJO QSPKFDU DPOUSJCVUFT UP UIF students’ learning and development BOE JT BMTP UIF NPTU FOKPZBCMF feature of this course. This is so CFDBVTF BMM UIF QSPKFDUT EFBM XJUI ASFBM QSPCMFNT BOE FWFSZ QSPKFDU has a client who needs the results. 5IF NFUIPE CZ XIJDI UIF QSPKFDU PCKFDUJWFT BSF BDIJFWFE JT OPU known in advance and is therefore developed by the students, in DPOKVODUJPO XJUI UIFJS TVQFSWJTPS BOE client.

STUDENT VIEW “ After graduating I started working for DePuy Ireland (a Johnson & Johnson company). DePuy designs, manufactures and distributes orthopedic devices and supplies including hip, knee, extremity, trauma, orthobiologics, and operating-room products which are manufactured in line with the highest quality standards within a regulated environment. I work as a Manufacturing Engineer in the foundry, where we produce over 5000 implants per week using an investment casting process, which makes life at DePuy a challenging place to work.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Mary Doyle Kent Email: mdkent@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD032

Luckily my time in WIT helped prepare me to meet challenges in this line of work. I especially think the QSBDUJDBM QSPKFDU XPSL TUVEFOUT VOEFSUBLF BMPOHTJEF the classwork, provides graduates from this course with a real understanding of what they will end up working with in industry.” Kenny Williamson BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

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WD036

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

Career Opportunities Graduates of the BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering have found employment in the following areas: t Process development and automation t Plant specification t Equipment commissioning t Manufacturing and engineering management t Resource planning t 1SPKFDU DPOUSPM

SEMESTER 1

Software Engineering CAE Advanced Manufacturing Process Control Process Technology 1SPKFDU

SEMESTER 2

What is the BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering course? The BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering is a one year follow-on course for graduates of the BEng in Manufacturing Engineering. The course prepares students to work with the latest computer-based technologies associated with modern manufacturing practice.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR ONE

What is Manufacturing Engineering? Manufacturing Engineering involves the use of computer systems to design products, plan production, control operations and perform the various businessrelated functions needed in a manufacturing firm and their incorporation into an integrated computer system.

LEVEL:

Networks & Facility Simulation Process Evaluation Operations Management Design for Manufacture Manufacturing Technology 1SPKFDU

Projects 1SPKFDUT GPSN B WFSZ FOKPZBCMF QBSU of the course where students have the freedom to genuinely express UIFNTFMWFT .BOZ PG UIF QSPKFDUT undertaken have developed into QPTUHSBEVBUF SFTFBSDI QSPKFDUT BOE a number of final-year students have presented their work in published papers at international conferences.

DURATION: 1 YEAR

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Students who complete the BEng in Manufacturing Engineering or its equivalent may apply for admission. Please note that reaching the minimum requirements will not guarantee a place on this course. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Gaining employment with many diverse organisations including: Allied Signal, Bausch & Lomb, Bulmers, Boston Scientific, Abbott, Turnex, Wyeths, Genzyme, Johnson & Johnson. Follow on Study Graduates achieving an honours degree on this course may apply for MSc or PhD degree courses in WIT or elsewhere.

STUDENT VIEW

Field Trips Industrial visits and field trips form part of this course. Presentations from past graduates and industrial visitors are a regular feature.

â&#x20AC;&#x153; During my four years in WIT I have met some very interesting people who were unique and different. This has helped to make me more open-minded which will be very helpful for future development. During this time I have been involved in TFWFSBM QSPKFDUT GSPN UIF EFWFMPQNFOU of a perpetual motion machine in the Higher Cert, nano-technological research in Bachelor degree to the development of a methodology based on Six Sigma in my BSc honours degree. I am currently applying for the master degree by research in the nanotechnology field for the nanotechnology research group in WIT lead by Joe Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mahony. The Manufacturing Engineering course is very interesting, helped me grow as a person and opens up a wide range of possible QPTJUJPOT JO UIF KPC NBSLFU w

Lukas Birkus WD036 BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Liam Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shea Email: loshea@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD036

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2013 200

2014 200

What is the BEng in Electrical Engineering? This course is a three year level 7 degree in Electrical Engineering. The course is designed to fully equip the students with the skills required to function as an engineering technician in the areas of electrical services, control, automation, energy production, renewable technologies and energy policy and legislation. The first year of the course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of maths, engineering science and technology that underpin the study of engineering. It will equip students with the knowledge required to undertake a more specific study of engineering in relation to electrical engineering in years two and three. Special Features/Placement 4UVEFOUT XJMM VOEFSUBLF B OVNCFS PG QSPKFDU NPEVMFT which will be industry supported and driven and will prepare the student for working as part of an engineering team in industry. Career Opportunities Graduates from this course may find employment in fields such as: t Pharmaceutical Industry t Medical Technology t Manufacturing Engineering t Power Generation t Renewable Energies t Electrical Contracting Filling roles such as: t Electrical Technician t Maintenance Technician t Field Service Engineer t Electrical Services Engineer

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Siobhan Wall Email: swall@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD182

Follow on Study 5SBOTGFST BSF QPTTJCMF POUP PUIFS DPVSTFT TVCKFDU UP pre-requisite modules and material covered, within WIT or other education institutions. For example BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering - WD036, BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering - WD190.

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YEAR: Min points:

Electrical engineering supplies us with the ability to harness electricity which has transformed our lives. It gives us light, heat, communication systems and comfort. Electrical engineers create and design products and information systems using scientific principles combined with problem-solving and innovation.

Fundamental Engineering Maths Electrical Science 1 Electronic Devices & Theory Engineering Science 1 Computer Aided Electrical Engineering 1 Learning Skills / Communications Introductory Calculus Electrical Science 2 Discrete Active Circuits Electrical Engineering 1 Computer Aided Electrical Engineering 2 Electrical Workshop

SEMESTER 3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

COURSE OUTLINE

Further Calculus & Probability Engineering Software Tools Instrumentation & Measurement Electrical Engineering 2 Security Systems Design "QQMJFE &MFDUSJDBM &OHJOFFSJOH 1SPKFDU

SEMESTER 4

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is Electrical Engineering? Electrical engineering is concerned with the basic forms of energy that run our world. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gas, hydro, turbine, fuel cell, solar, geothermal or wind energy, electrical engineers deal with distributing these energies from their sources to our homes, factories, offices, hospitals and schools. Electrical engineering also involves the exciting fields of electronics and information technology.

Linear Algebra & ODEs Building Services Robotics & Control Electrical Machines Power Systems &MFDUSJDBM $POUSPM 1SPKFDU

SEMESTER 5

LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Maths Transform Methods Mechatronics 1 Industrial Electronics Electrical Services Design Electrical Power Engineering &MFDUSJDBM &OHJOFFSJOH 1SPKFDU

SEMESTER 6

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING IN

YEAR ONE

DURATION: 3 YEARS

YEAR TWO

WD182

YEAR THREE

LEVEL:

Linear & Fourier Analysis Lighting & Daylight Design Industrial Automation Sustainable Heat & Power Generation Engineering Management & Enterprise &MFDUSJDBM &OHJOFFSJOH 1SPKFDU

STUDENT VIEW

CODE:

â&#x20AC;&#x153; As an Electrician returning to full time education it was always going to be a challenge to me however the help that I received from the lecturers involved was hugely beneficial. The course itself is demanding however it is very well balanced between theory and practical XPSL XIJDI JT WFSZ FOKPZBCMF 5IF opportunities open to me from this course are extensive and you will get out of it what you put in.â&#x20AC;?

Stephen Gough WD182 BEng in Electrical Engineering

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CODE:

WD190

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONS) IN

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (NEW)

Control Engineering: This group includes Analog Control, Digital control and Robotics and Vision. These modules are also heavily supported by the programming modules HLL programming and Software applications and Algorithms. Electrical Systems: The area of electrical power and distribution is covered in Electrical Power Systems, &MFDUSJDBM 1PXFS 4ZTUFNT QSPKFDU 3FOFXBCMF &OFSHJFT 1SPKFDU 4QFDJGJDBUJPO BOE 1SPKFDU *NQMFNFOUBUJPO Mathematics: Mathematics is prominent and applied in modules such as Electrical Signal and Systems and the control modules. Industrial Studies and Personal Development: Industrial Placement, Semiconductor Technology, Industrial Standards and Legislation and Operations management. Telecommunications/communications: Telecommunications and Data Communications. Placement As part of the course, there is a nine month work placement which allows the student to develop their skills in an electrical engineering environment. Students have undertaken their work placement in areas such as Pharmaceutical, Construction, Control, Lighting design and Utilities.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Five module groups can be identified in the programme:

Topics in Engineering Maths Semiconductor Technology Telecommunications Electrical Power Systems Fundamental Smart Grid Technology HLL Programming

Industrial Placement

SEMESTER 3

The programmeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s core content has a strong emphasis on nurturing an ability to foster analytical thinking and reasoning. A six month industrial placement helps give the student a context for some of the material already gained and will provide a stimulus in the final year of learning.

COURSE OUTLINE

Analog Control Electrical Signals and Systems Data Communications Algorithms and Applications Industrial Standards and Legislation 1SPKFDU 4QFDJGJDBUJPO

SEMESTER 4

What is the BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering? The primary aim of this two year level 8 add-on programme is to produce graduates of high calibre who possess a thorough knowledge of scientific principles and engineering practice and an appreciation of the work and business environment in which the professional engineer must work.

LEVEL:

Digital Control Robotics and Vision Energy Management of Buildings Smart Grid/Renewable Energies Operations Management 1SPKFDU *NQMFNFOUBUJPO

DURATION: 2 YEARS

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: The minimum entry requirement for the programme is a pass in an equivalent qualification at a Level 7 cognate discipline, TVCKFDU UP BWBJMBCJMJUZ PG QMBDFT The current institute admission policies will apply to all candidates. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Career Opportunities t 1IBSNBDFVUJDBM *OEVTUSZ t .FEJDBM 5FDIOPMPHZ t 1SPDFTT $POUSPM BOE 1MBOU "VUPNBUJPO t 1PXFS (FOFSBUJPO t 3FOFXBCMF &OFSHJFT t 4FNJDPOEVDUPS 'BCSJDBUJPO *OEVTUSJFT Follow on study (SBEVBUFT NBZ BQQMZ UP KPJO BQQSPQSJBUF level 9 programmes including the MEng within WIT.

Major Project 5IF GJOBM ZFBS PG UIF QSPHSBNNF IBT B NBKPS QSPKFDU DPNQPOFOU DPOTJTUJOH PG UXP NPEVMFT QSPKFDU TQFDJGJDBUJPO BOE QSPKFDU JNQMFNFOUBUJPO

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Siobhan Walll Email: swall@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD190

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LEVEL:

WD144 DURATION: 5 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OB3/HD3 Applicants who apply to the CAO by 1 February and have successfully completed a level 7 or 8 course in any discipline, but do not meet the Leaving Certificate eligibility criteria, may be considered for admission. More info: www.wit.ie/admissionspolicies

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 300

ADDITIONAL POINTS Applicants who apply to the CAO by 1 February may qualify for consideration for additional points. More info: www.wit.ie/admissionspolicies

ADVANCED ENTRY Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

BACHELOR OF

ARCHITECTURE (HONS) What is Architecture? â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Architecture involves everything that influences the way in which the built environment is planned, designed, made, used, furnished, landscaped and maintainedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; UNESCO/UIA charter for architectural education 2005. What is the Bachelor of Architecture (Hons)? It is a 5 year honours degree course, designed in accordance with national and international guidelines on architectural education. It has received full accreditation by the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI).

Scholarships and work placements Renzo Piano Foundation scholarship worth â&#x201A;Ź10,000 with work experience in Paris or Genoa office. Urban Laboratory 6 month work placement in Genoa, Italy. Career Opportunities t Architectural Design Offices t Researching Follow on Study Masters/ PhD Programmes in the School of Engineering at WIT.

Architectural education at WIT is primarily about developing within each student a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;design mindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; so that they can bring together in a creative way the complex challenges facing the future world of construction. Students are introduced to design methodologies and work in a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;learning through doingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; environment in the studio where they explore architectural designs growing in complexity as they progress through the various years. They are taught the importance of culture, climate and craft in developing design JEFBT 'FFEJOH JOUP UIFTF TUVEJP CBTFE QSPKFDUT BSF UIF TVQQPSUJOH TVCKFDUT HSPVQFE VOEFS UIF HFOFSJD headings of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cultural Contextâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Communicationsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Technology & the Environmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and a suite of electives including languages and life drawing which introduces students to related disciplines as well as facilitating international exchange programmes. International links Agreements have been signed with schools of architecture in France, Mexico and Germany facilitating exchange study programmes. Languages are taught as electives to encourage students to avail of these travel opportunities. Annual trips to European capitals take place in all stages of the course.

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADERS: Fintan Duffy Email: fduffy@wit.ie Sharon Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Email: sobrien@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD144

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ARCHITECTURE (HONS)

SEMESTER 6

YEAR THREE

STUDENT VIEW

SEMESTER 7 SEMESTER 8

CORE: Architectural Studio 8 Rural C Architectural Computing 4 Architectural Research Architectural Structure 2 ELECTIVES: European Landscape 6 Modular Building Brief Development The Modern Movement - Art, Design

SEMESTER 9

YEAR FIVE

CORE: Design Studio: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Housing & Collectivityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Computers Cultural Context: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A History of Collective Building Typesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Technology & the Environment: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Technology & Materials 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ELECTIVES: Language Life Drawing Publications CORE: Design Studio: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Old & the Newâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Computers Cultural Context: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Conservation 1â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Technology & the Environment: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Environmental Science 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ELECTIVES: Language Life Drawing 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU

CORE: Architectural Studio 7 Urban Communities Research Methodologies Urban Design Technology & Material 3 ELECTIVES: European Landscape 5 Life Drawing 1 Life Drawing 2 Photography Environmental Science 4 Care of Irish Architecture Heritage

Architectural Studio 9 Thesis TSE 9 (Technology, Structures, Environmental) -FBEFSTIJQ 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU *OUFSOBUJPOBM 1SPKFDU

SEMESTER 10

SEMESTER 3

CORE: Design Studio: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The House & Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Computers Cultural Context: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;History of the Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Technology & the Environment: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Environmental Science 1â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ELECTIVES: Language Intensive Design Publications

COURSE OUTLINE

Architectural Studio 10 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Apotheosisâ&#x20AC;? TSE 10 (Technology, Structures, Environmental) Professional Practice 2 Tutoring

YEAR FOUR

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Design Studio: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Everything but the Buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & CAD Cultural Context: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The history of the Human Habitatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Technology & the Environment: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Technology & Materialsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Communications & Introduction to ICT

SEMESTER 4

Design Studio: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Conceptâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Graphics Cultural Context: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A history of Architectural Ideasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Technology & the Environment: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Introduction to structuresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Analytical Design Skills

SEMESTER 5

YEAR TWO

YEAR ONE

COURSE OUTLINE

Note: Language = French, German, Italian or Spanish. Students choose POF FMFDUJWF TVCKFDU JO FBDI TFNFTUFS TVCKFDU UP BWBJMBCJMJUZ

CORE: Design Studio: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Building in Contextâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Communication Skillsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cultural Context: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A History of Public & Ritual Buildingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Professional Practice 1 ELECTIVE: Language Life Drawing 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The social life in WIT and the sense of community within the college BSF XIBU * IBWF FOKPZFE NPTU * IBWF NBEF NBOZ MJGFMPOH GSJFOET and will graduate a very happy and confident person. I also loved being a member of the equestrian team as I had the opportunity to meet students from other departments and from other colleges at the Inter-varsity Championships each year. Within the Department PG "SDIJUFDUVSF * FTQFDJBMMZ FOKPZFE NZ GJOBM ZFBS 5IF UIFTJT XBT a chance to explore my personal interests in architecture. We also developed our thesis ideas in groups of students and tutors which XBT BO JOTQJSJOH BOE FOKPZBCMF QSPDFTT w

Aoife Ni Bhroin WD144 Bachelor of Architecture (Hons)

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LEVEL:

WD195

DURATION: 4 YEARS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

ARCHITECTURAL & BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING TECHNOLOGY (NEW)

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OC3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS NEW 2014

What is Architectural & Building Information Modelling Technology? Architectural and BIM Technology is an innovative approach to the integration of traditional architectural technologist skills-sets together with Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes and technologies which are currently transforming the way JO XIJDI DPOTUSVDUJPO QSPKFDUT BSF QSPDVSFE NBOBHFE and built. What is the BSc (Hons) in Architectural & Building Information Modelling Technology? This four year programme enables students to become architectural technologists with additional advanced skills in Building Information Technology (BIM). Students will become competent in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;science of buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and the production of construction drawings and specifications for complex building types, allowing them to become technical members of construction design teams. Student will also acquire an advanced knowledge in the application of BIM methodology which is an integrated collaborative BQQSPBDI GPS CVJMEJOH QSPKFDU EFMJWFSZ CFUXFFO the relevant professionals, i.e. engineers, quantity surveyors, architectural professions and the building contractor. The inclusion of an Industrial Placement XPSL FYQFSJFODF NPEVMF BOE NPEVMFT JO 1SPKFDU Management, Property Pathology and Refurbishment, Value Engineering and Construction Collaboration Technologies, will also enable the graduate to become an interdisciplinary practitioner within the construction industry.

3D photorealistic render of a BIM model by students in the Department of Architecture.

Special/Unique features The BSc (Hons) in Architectural and Building Information Modelling (BIM) Technology is the only undergraduate programme in Ireland promoting BIM at its core. Career Opportunities t Architectural Technologist Consultancy t Architectural Design Office t BIM Managers in AECDFM (Architecture - Engineering - Construction - Facilities management) Companies t Government Departments or Local Authorities t Manufacturers & Suppliers for the Construction Industry. t Research for AECFM Follow on Study Masters/PhD Programmes in the School of Engineering MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering .4D JO $POTUSVDUJPO 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADERS: Robin Stubbs Email: rstubbs@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD195

Using BIM applications to monitor energy usage with real data.

Accreditation The course has provisional accreditation (full accreditation assessment 2015) with The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (C.I.A.T.).

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CODE:

WD094

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY What is Architectural Technology? Architectural Technology concentrates on the science of building. Architectural Technologists become specialists in preparing detailed drawings and TQFDJGJDBUJPOT GPS CVJMEJOH QSPKFDUT 5IFZ XPSL DMPTFMZ with architects and other members of the design team.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I took the opportunity in the first semester of 2nd year to study as an Erasmus exchange student with Haslev College, Denmark which I found very rewarding to my overall development as a technologist. WIT taught and supported us to develop our computer skills. The image above is from my final 3rd year presentation. By investing time in the emerging BIM technologies such as Revit I was able to gain employment in a large Irish Architectural Practice where these skills are in short supply across the construction industry. I am now DPMMBCPSBUJOH PO #*. QSPKFDUT BDSPTT &VSPQF w

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Technical House Design House Construction - Building Regulations Environmental Science (1) Introduction to Architecture Introduction to CAD

SEMESTER 3

'SBNFE $POTUSVDUJPO 1SPKFDUT Framed Construction - Building Regulations Architectural Communication (1) Design & Designers European Language (1) / Levelling

SEMESTER 4

Small Commercial Buildings Framed Construction - Cladding Materials & Detailing (1) Environmental Science (2) European Language (2) / International Studies

SEMESTER 5

YEAR ONE

Introduction to House Design Introduction to House Construction Technology Introduction to Graphics Maths & Linear Surveying Introduction to ICT

Materials & Detailing (2) Environmental Science (3) Architectural Communication (2) Conservation (1) European Language (3) / Business 1SPKFDU

SEMESTER 6

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study BSc (Hons) in Architectural & Building Information Modelling Technology 5SBOTGFS POUP #BDIFMPS PG "SDIJUFDUVSF TVCKFDU UP certain procedures)

YEAR TWO

Career Opportunities t Architectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office t Government department or local authorities t Commercial firms, for instance manufacturers or suppliers in the building industry t Setting up a company in specialist areas

6SCBO %FWFMPQNFOU 1SPKFDUT Environmental Science (3) Management & Law European Language (4) / Site Surveying

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COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 200

2014 205

INFORMATION: Survey Nursing Building WIT $MBTT 1SPKFDU

Michael Connolly WD094 BSc in Architectural Technology

DURATION: 3 YEARS

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR THREE

What is the BSc in Architectural Technology course? This three year course enables students to become competent in preparing construction drawings and specifications for complex building types. There is also an emphasis on environmental studies ensuring awareness of energy saving measures in detailing and construction. Students are taught various computer software packages. They explore various graphical ways of presenting drawings. They are introduced to structures and architectural history as well as to the principles guiding construction law and professional practice.

LEVEL:

COURSE LEADER: Gordon Chisholm BArch, DArch, RIBA, OBE Email: gchisholm@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD094

Waterford Institute of Technology ENGINEERING

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course. To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

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STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study .4D JO $POTUSVDUJPO 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering MSc/PhD Research

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Brian Graham Email: bgraham@wit.ie Te: 051 302084 Web: www.wit.ie/WD025

SEMESTER 1

ADVANCED ENTRY

What is the BSc (Hons) in Construction Management & Engineering? The BSc (Hons) in Construction Management & Engineering is a four year course that prepares graduates for a career as professional construction managers and engineers in the Irish and worldwide construction industry.

SEMESTER 2

2014 295

SEMESTER 3

2013 290

Construction Economics Management Studies Theory of Structures Engineering Services Intro to Construction Materials Introduction to BIM Intro to Construction Law Services Technology Geotechnical Engineering Construction Methods Procurement Strategy ELECTIVE

SEMESTER 4

YEAR: Min points:

Construction Measurement Introduction to Management Mathematics Construction Technology Introduction to ICT Communications & Study Skills

Tendering & Estimating *OUSP UP 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Design of Structures Introduction to Surveying *OUFHSBUFE 1SPKFDU ELECTIVE

SEMESTER 5

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

COURSE OUTLINE

Engineering Structure Site Surveying Construction Tech Systems Construction Health & Safety Measurement & Costing ELECTIVE

SEM. 6

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OC3/HD3 Mathematics: OC3/HD3

What is Construction Management & Engineering? Construction Management & Engineering prepares students for responsible engineering and management roles in all phases of construction QSPKFDUT *U FNQIBTJTFT NBOBHFNFOU FOHJOFFSJOH and technological techniques useful in organising, planning and controlling the activities of diverse TQFDJBMJTUT XPSLJOH JO UIF QSPKFDU FOWJSPONFOU PG UIF Irish and international construction industry.

Research Methods Industrial Placement 1

SEMESTER 7

LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS

Development Economics 1SPKFDU $PSQPSBUF .BOBHFNFOU Temporary Works Design Services Tech & Integration Dissertation Industrial Placement 2

SEMESTER 8

COURSE ENTRY

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT & ENGINEERING

YEAR ONE

DURATION: 4 YEARS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

YEAR TWO

WD025

YEAR THREE

LEVEL:

YEAR FOUR

CODE:

Construction Law Marketing & Finance Quality & HRM Innovative Technology Dissertation ELECTIVE

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Mairead Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Flynn WD025 BSc (Hons) in Construction Management & Engineering

Waterford Institute of Technology ENGINEERING

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DURATION: 4 YEARS

QUANTITY SURVEYING

The lecturers are extremely helpful and approachable and take a keen interest in the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; academic progression. The course has an excellent placement programme with students getting work experience not KVTU JO *SFMBOE CVU BMTP GVSUIFS BGJFME JO UIF 6, BOE New York. I did my industrial placement in New York for 7 months, which was an amazing experience and * XBT PGGFSFE B GVMM UJNF KPC XJUI UIF DPNQBOZ PO completing my degree.â&#x20AC;?

Kieran Dowling WD162 BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Procurement Strategy Measurement & Estimating (3) Introduction to Construction Law Commercial Technology (1) Services Technology (1) ELECTIVE

SEMESTER 4

Cost Planning Measurement & Estimating (4) *OUSPEVDUJPO UP 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Commercial Technology (2) *OUFHSBUFE 1SPKFDU ELECTIVE

SEMESTER 5

Construction Administration Measurement & Estimating (5) Contracts Studies Construction Health & Safety Advanced Technology ELECTIVE

SEM. 6

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Introduction to Economics Measurement & Estimating (2) Management Studies Residential Technology (2) Introduction to Land Surveying Introduction to BIM

Research Methods Industrial Placement Development Economics Value Management 1SPKFDU $PSQPSBUF .BOBHFNFOU Services Technology & Integration Dissertation Industrial Placement 2

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OC3/HD3 Mathematics: OC3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 315

QS Professional Practice Marketing & Finance Construction Law Advanced Measurement Dissertation ELECTIVE

STUDENT VIEW

The course stays up to date with all the latest trends in construction like Information Technology and Building Information Modelling which are very useful to know XIFO FOUFSJOH JOUP UIF JOEVTUSZ * FOKPZFE UIF GJFME USJQT BOE XPSLJOH PO MJWF HSPVQ QSPKFDUT BT UIJT TJNVMBUFT working conditions in the real world as a Quantity Surveyor.

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SEMESTER 7

i* UIPSPVHIMZ FOKPZFE NZ ZFBST JO UIF 2VBOUJUZ Surveying course where I got to know some great QFPQMF 5IF XJEF SBOHF PG TVCKFDUT DPWFSFE JO UIF course has provided me with an in depth knowledge of all the areas of Quantity Surveying and allows for development into a number of disciplines.

COURSE ENTRY

Introduction to Management Measurement & Estimating (1) Mathematics for Surveyors Residential Technology (1) Communications & Study Skills Introduction to ICT

SEMESTER 8

Follow on Study .4D JO $POTUSVDUJPO 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU MSc/PhD Research

YEAR THREE

Industrial Placement Each student is required to complete a 30-week industrial placement relating to quantity surveying. This paid placement will be typically with either a quantity surveying consultancy or a construction company. Placements will normally be organised by WIT and be completed in Ireland. There is however the possibility of placements in the UK and further afield. Each placement will have an academic supervisor and an industrial supervisor.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR FOUR

Career Opportunities There has been a demand for qualified Quantity Surveyors and this demand continues to exist with both Professional Quantity Surveying/Cost Consultant practices and with Construction companies both in Ireland and overseas.

WD162

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN Course Description This course has been designed to produce graduates who can successfully operate as professional quantity surveyors/costs consultants in the future Irish and global construction industry. They will be able to communicate effectively, have a working knowledge of relevant Information and Communications Technologies (ICT). The course is fully accredited by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI).

LEVEL:

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Robert Smyth, BSc MSc FSCS FRICS FCIOB

Email: rsmyth@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD162

Waterford Institute of Technology ENGINEERING

LEVEL:

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 200

2014 200

ADVANCED ENTRY Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

Career Opportunities Civil Engineering technicians find employment with: t Local authorities t Civil engineering contractors t Consulting engineers t Government departments Follow on Study BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Civil Engineering WD178 BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Energy Engineering WD171 BSc (Hons) in Construction Managment & Engineering - WD025

YEAR THREE

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

SEMESTER 1

What is the BEng in Civil Engineering course? The BEng in Civil Engineering is a three year degree course, which prepares graduates to find employment as civil engineering technicians in the civil engineering sector.

COURSE OUTLINE Surveying 1 Civil & Structural Graphics Civil Engineering Mathematics 1 Statics & Dynamics Civil Engineering Technology Communications & Study Skills

SEMESTER 2

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is Civil Engineering? Civil Engineering specialises in the planning, design, DPOTUSVDUJPO BOE NBJOUFOBODF PG NBKPS TUSVDUVSFT such as roads, railways, bridges, tunnels, airports, harbours, power stations and large structures of every kind from skyscrapers to offshore oilrigs.

Surveying 2 Civil Engineering BIM Civil Engineering Mathematics 2 Structural Mechanics Materials Technology 1 Engineering Science

SEMESTER 3

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CIVIL ENGINEERING

Soil Mechanics Civil Engineering BIM 2 Civil Engineering Mathematics 3 Design of Structures 1 Management for Civil Engineers ELECTIVE

SEMESTER 4

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING IN

Surveying 3 *OUSP UP 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Civil & Structural Draughting Fluid Mechanics Design of Structures 2 ELECTIVE

SEMESTER 5

DURATION: 3 YEARS

Design of Structures 3 Surveying 4 Research Skills Construction Health & Safety Civil Engineering Mathematics 4 ELECTIVE

SEMESTER 6

YEAR ONE

WD139

YEAR TWO

CODE:

Energy Performance of Buildings 1SPKFDU Civil Engineering Mathematics 5 Structural Analysis 1 Civil Engineering Technology Environmental Engineering 1

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Tom Gillespie Email: tgillespie@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD139

Waterford Institute of Technology ENGINEERING

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CODE:

WD178

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONS) IN

SUSTAINABLE CIVIL ENGINEERING

The course is designed in a modular format to facilitate integration with other engineering and built environment courses. It will be offered in the full-time mode but the modular structure enhances the flexibility in the methods by which the course can be delivered and taken. The full-time course is of two years duration with each year divided into two semesters. Apart from the second semester of the first year, which incorporates a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;placementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, the remaining three semesters are fully taken at WIT. From an operations perspective the terminal examinations are normally taken at the end of each semester in December and May. Career Opportunities Having a civil engineering qualification that has sustainability as its core theme should enable graduates to undertake a variety of design and construction roles in the future civil engineering industry. Follow on Study The graduates from the BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Civil Engineering will be equipped with the necessary skills to undertake post-graduate studies (NQAI Levels 9 and 10) and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities. These studies include taught courses TVDI BT UIF .4D JO $POTUSVDUJPO 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU and MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering which meet the Engineers Ireland education standard for Chartered Engineer. Alternatives also include MEng/ PhD by research.

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Mathematical Modelling Research Methods Energy Performance of Buildings 2 Placement 1

SEMESTER 3

YEAR ONE

Structural Analysis Civil Engineering Mathematics 6 Statistics for Scientists Geotechnical Engineering 1 Construction Technology Systems Clean Energy Technologies

Structural Analysis & Design Hydraulics 1SPKFDU $PSQPSBUF .BOBHFNFOU Sustainable Energy Placement 2 Dissertation

SEMESTER 4

What is the BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Civil Engineering course? This honours degree course has been designed to produce graduates who can successfully operate as civil engineers in the future Irish and global engineering and construction industry. The overall context to the course is the key theme of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;sustainabilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The graduates will be conscious of the vital influence that civil engineers will increasingly have on achieving the various sustainability targets at national, EU and international levels.

DURATION: 2 YEAR

ADD-ON COURSE

YEAR TWO

What is Sustainable Civil Engineering? Civil Engineers are increasingly working to achieve safe and sustainable development in a cost-effective, environmentally protective and socially responsible manner. They utilise engineering principles to enhance the built and natural environment, and contribute to environmental protection and remediation, water conservation, environmental biotechnology, materials and infrastructure development. The completion PG B DJWJM FOHJOFFSJOH QSPKFDU JOWPMWFT UIF TPMVUJPO of technical problems from which the cooperation among professionals of many different disciplines is needed. From conceptual design to forensic study of failed performance, civil engineers need the mathematical, scientific and computational tools to solve problems associated with developing and sustaining a civilised community. Central to the current and future civil engineering profession is the core issue of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;sustainabilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

LEVEL:

Structural Design Geotechnical Engineering 2 Hydrology for Sustainability Professional Practice Innovative Technologies Dissertation

STUDENT VIEW

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: t Successfully completed a Level 7 civil engineering course, or equivalent, in Ireland t Either an average of 70% or greater in the Mathematics module/ TVCKFDU JO UIF "XBSE year or have passed the relevant Mathematics Entry Examination. Details of the Mathematics Entry Examination are available from engschool@wit.ie t Applications from international applicants with the equivalent qualifications are also invited TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I studied the BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Civil Engineering as a 2 year add-on having previously completed the BEng in Civil Engineering also in WIT. The course covered areas such as sustainable energy, heat and power generation technologies, energy policy and legislation as well as studying Civil &OHJOFFSJOH TVCKFDUT "T QBSU PG NZ course I got an opportunity to go out on Industrial Placement for up to six months. This gave me a taste of what professional practice is all about, how the industry operates and how what I learnt in the class is applied and works in practice. It also gave me good industry links and contacts.â&#x20AC;?

Eoin Dunphy BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Civil Engineering

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Tomas Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donoghue Email: todonoghe@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD178

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LEVEL:

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course. To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Industrial Placement In year three, students go on industrial placement for up to six months. This gives the students a taste of what professional practice is all about, how the industry operates and how theoretical knowledge is applied in practice. It also generates industrial links between WIT and the engineering industry in Ireland and abroad. Career Opportunities Graduates from this course will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career within the energy sector either in Ireland or abroad. They may find employment as: t An energy manager/consultant for existing building stock t Facilities manager t Construction industry low energy design professional t A specialist in the production and power generation, and energy recovery t Building Energy Assessor Follow on Study Graduates from the course are eligible to proceed to taught and research postgraduate programmes in WIT including MSC in Sustainable Energy Engineering BOE .4D JO $POTUSVDUJPO 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Both programmes have been designed to meet the accreditation standards of Engineers Ireland at chartered level.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Colm Tynan Email: ctynan@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD171

â&#x20AC;&#x153; This course has provided me with an excellent knowledge of both engineering and energy usage. The lecturers have been excellent JO IFMQJOH NF HBJO BO VOEFSTUBOEJOH PG TVCKFDUT TVDI BT CVJMEJOH services, engineering science and practical classes such as fabrication technology and CAD. There is a good balance between practical and theory which keeps the course interesting. With energy becoming so important in the modern world I feel this course will provide me XJUI B XJEF SBOHF PG KPC PQQPSUVOJUJFT BGUFS DPMMFHF w

Clodagh Dunphy WD171 BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Energy Engineering

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

ADVANCED ENTRY

The first two years of the course are designed to introduce the students to the fundamentals of maths, engineering, science and technology that underpin the study of engineering in general and equip them with the knowledge required to undertake a more specific study of engineering in relation to sustainable energy in years three and four.

SEMESTER 3

2014 285

SEMESTER 4

2013 290

Mathematical Methods Fluids Building Energy Design Tools Mechanical Plant Technology Heat Transfer in Buildings Materials for Sustainable Design Advanced Calculus Building Services Design Software Building Performance & Energy Thermodynamics Electrical Plant Technology &OFSHZ %FTJHO 1SPKFDU

SEMESTER 5

YEAR: Min points:

Fundamentals Engineering Maths Sustainable Energy & Engineering Science 1 Intro to Graphics Construction Technology Intro to Building Services Learning Skills/Communications Introductory Calculus Intro to Energy & the Environment Building Services CAD 1 Sustainable Energy & Engineering Science 2 Mechanical Systems Fabrication Technology

SEMESTER 6

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

It is a four year undergraduate course with first year entry open to school leavers or others who meet the required entry standards. Students who pursue other engineering courses at WIT, or another third level institution, at ordinary degree level or equivalent, may apply to transfer onto this course at the third year stage.

SEMESTER 7

HC3 or better in a laboratory TDJFODF PS UFDIOPMPHJDBM TVCKFDU compensates for not making the required grade in Maths (OB3/ HC3)

COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 8

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OC3/HD3 Mathematics: OB3/HC3

What is the BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Energy Engineering? The BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Energy Engineering course is dedicated to investigating energy and its uses in areas such as sustainable low energy building design, building energy performance and analysis, energy production, low and zero carbon heat and power generation technologies, and energy policy and legislation.

YEAR ONE

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SUSTAINABLE ENERGY ENGINEERING

YEAR TWO

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONS) IN

YEAR THREE

DURATION: 4 YEARS

YEAR FOUR

WD171

Statistics for Scientists Intro to Construction Law Energy Policy & Legislation Lighting & Daylighting Design Sustainable Heat and Power Generation Elective Module Research Methods BER Dwellings Dynamic Thermal Simulation Industrial Placement / Energy Surveying Dissertation 1SPKFDU $PSQPSBUF .BOBHFNFOU BER Comm & Services Simulation Control of Energy Systems Passive Building Design Strategies Elective Module Professional Practice Dissertation Energy Management of Buildings 'FBTJCJMJUZ 1SPKFDU Sustainable Energy Recovery & Utilisation Advanced Heat Transfer & Thermal Imaging

STUDENT VIEW

CODE:

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BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Follow on Study BEng in Building Services Engineering - WD059

Mechanical Building Services Computer Aided Draughting [2D] Plant Dynamics Introductory Calculus Electrical Systems Heat & Energy Hydronic Systems Building Services Management Computer Services Design Applied Thermodynamics Mathematical Methods Computing Air Systems Electrical Building Services Acoustics & Lighting Mechanical Services Design #VJMEJOH 4FSWJDFT 1SPKFDU Calculus

DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

YEAR: Min points:

2013 200

2014 200

ADVANCED ENTRY

YEAR TWO

Career Opportunities t Design and Consulting engineers t Building Services contractors t Facilities Management t Energy Management t Technical sales

Heating & Water Services Mechanical Services Drawing Static Systems Fundamental Engineering Maths Construction Technology Learning Skills

SEMESTER 4

YEAR ONE

COURSE OUTLINE

What is the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Building Services Engineering Course? This is a two year certificate course, which prepares students for employment in the engineering sector at technician level.

WD040

HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING IN What are Building Services Engineers? Building Services Engineers deal with the design, installation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems within buildings. These systems include heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, refrigeration, energy management, water supply, drainage, fire prevention, lighting, electrical supply and control. They also deal with renewable energy technologies and determine the energy performance of buildings.

LEVEL:

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course. To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

STUDENT VIEW

Site Visits/Design Project There are regular site visits throughout the course to see building services systems, such as heating, ventilation and air-conditioning, being installed in a variety of different building types. The students VOEFSUBLF B QSPKFDU JO TFDPOE ZFBS UP EFTJHO UIF services required for a modern commercial building.

â&#x20AC;&#x153; As a qualified Electrician, I was one of the many thousands who suffered from the downturn of the economic boom in the construction industry. I then decided to take the plunge and go back to third level education and after carefully deliberating over the numerous courses available through the CAO, I chose the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Building Services Engineering in WIT. I decided to choose this course since as it is â&#x20AC;&#x153;building services engineeringâ&#x20AC;? it does not necessarily mean that the working opportunities available once graduated, will depend on the amount of construction of new buildings happening at the time as the course covers many sectors, such as the continuous maintenance of existing building services; for example HVAC systems, lighting systems etc. and many more while it still provided me with the relevant training to work on new building designs should the opportunity ever arise.â&#x20AC;?

INFORMATION: Paul Pembroke WD040 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Building Services Engineering

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Waterford Institute of Technology ENGINEERING

DURATION: 1 YEAR

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants should have successfully completed a Higher Certificate in Engineering in one of the following disciplines: t Mechanical Engineering t Production Engineering t Industrial Engineering t Manufacturing Engineering t Any qualification considered equivalent by the course board. Please note that reaching the minimum requirements will not guarantee a place on this course.

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING IN

BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING What is the BEng in Building Services Engineering course? The BEng in Building Services Engineering is a one year add-on degree course for graduates of the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Building Services. This course prepares students for employment in the mechanical services engineering arena. Career Opportunities t Building Services Engineering Consultancies t Building Services Engineering Contracting companies t Commissioning of heating, ventilation and airconditioning systems

COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 1

WD059

SEMESTER 2

LEVEL:

YEAR ONE

CODE:

Mathematics Heating Systems Air-Conditioning Systems Building Services Control Computer Applications #VJMEJOH 4FSWJDFT 1SPKFDU Heating Plant & Cooling Plant Building Performance & Energy Building Energy Management %FTJHO %SBVHIUJOH 1SPKFDU Building Services Management

Follow on Study BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Energy Engineering WD171 BSc (Hons) in Construction Management & Engineering - WD025 Site Visits Site visits take place during the course to see heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems in buildings. This practical approach allows students to see these systems first hand before entering the workplace.

STUDENT VIEW

TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Tom Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Email: tobrien@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD059

Waterford Institute of Technology ENGINEERING

â&#x20AC;&#x153; Having been a carpenter for 10 years, I returned to college during the economic downturn to improve my career prospects. Going back to college was a bit daunting but the lecturers and student support office were very helpful with any queries I had about extra tuition, study skills, how to use the library databases and about fees. College life takes discipline, lots of hours of study. I definitely gained time management skills in order to meet assignment EFBEMJOFT 5IF TPDJBM MJGF JT FYDFMMFOU XJUI QSF BSSBOHFE nights out, a variety of clubs and societies to get involved with and a well-equipped gym on campus. When I graduated from the BEng I went onto study the honours degree in renewable & sustainable energy. My overall experience of studying at WIT was a positive one and will help me in the years to come to build a rewarding career as an Engineer.â&#x20AC;?

James Prendergast WD059 BEng in Building Services Engineering

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SCHOOL OF

HEALTH SCIENCES www.wit.ie/healthsciences COURSE OPTIONS & PROGRESSION CHART

HEAD OF SCHOOL John Wells,

DEPARTMENT OF NURSING & HEALTH CARE Head: Suzanne Denieffe, PhD WD116 BSc (Hons) in General Nursing WD117 BSc (Hons) in Psychiatric Nursing WD120 BSc (Hons) in Intellectual Disability Nursing WD188 BSc in Applied Health Care

PhD, MSc, BA (Hons),

PG Dip (Ed), RNT, RNP

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CONTACTING THE SCHOOL Alison Galloway - School Administrator Tel: 051 302774 email: agalloway@wit.ie Laura Carr - School Secretary Tel: 051 845554, email: lcarr@wit.ie

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE Head: Michael Harrison, PhD

DEPARTMENTAL SECRETARIES WD019 WD051 WD124 WD125 WD186

Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Sport Management Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Recreation & Sport Management BA (Hons) in Health Promotion BA (Hons) in Exercise & Health Studies BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching & Performance

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Elaine Sykes - Health, Sport and Exercise Science Tel: 051 306162, email: esykes@wit.ie Fionnula Smith - Heath Sport and Exercise Science Tel: 051 302806, email: fsmith@wit.ie Breda Walsh - Nursing & Health Care Tel: 051 845567, email: bawalsh@wit.ie

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HEALTH SCIENCES @ WIT DEPARTMENT OF NURSING & HEALTH CARE

WD116

LEVEL 8

WD117

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Psychiatric Nursing

WD120

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Intellectual Disability Nursing

WD188

LEVEL 7

BSc in Applied Health Care

POSTGRAD

YEAR 4

POSTGRAD

TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

BSc (Hons) in General Nursing

YEAR 4

RESEARCH MASTERS & PHD

CAO ENTRY

YEARS 1-4

WD125

LEVEL 8

BA (Hons) in Exercise & Health Studies

WD186

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching & Performance

WD051

WD019

LEVEL 7

WD124

LEVEL 8

BA (Hons) in Health Promotion

Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Recreation & Sport Mgmt

TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Sport Management

RESEARCH MASTERS & PHD

CAO ENTRY

YEARS 1-3

LEVEL 8

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE

Advanced Entry: Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of our courses. See www.wit.ie/advancedentry.ie

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LEVEL:

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

WD116

GENERAL NURSING

DURATION: 4 YEARS

What is General Nursing? General nurses work as part of a multidisciplinary team in promoting and maintaining health of individuals, families and communities and in systematically caring for those who develop health problems and supporting them to live their lives to their maximum potential.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Nursing in the Community Context Applied Pathophysiology 1 Health & Psychosocial Studies 2 Medication Management 2 Nursing Skills Specialist Groups General Nursing Experience 3

SEMESTER 4

Nursing the Acute Medical-Surgical Patient Evidence Based Practice 2 Ethical, Legal & Political Issues in General Nursing Professional & Patient Safety 2 General Nursing Experience 4

SEMESTER 5

Care of the Older Patient Applied Nursing Skills in Practice Medication Management 3 General Nursing Experience 5

SEMESTER 6

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Fundamentals of General Nursing 2 Introduction to Evidence Based Practice Anatomy & Physiology 2 Health & Psychosocial Studies 1 Medication Management 1 General Nursing Experience 2

Nursing the Chronically Ill Patient Evidence Based Practice 3 Applied Pathophysiology 2 Management & Leadership in Nursing Practice General Nursing Experience 6

SEMESTER 7

STUDENT VIEW

Postgraduate Opportunities Graduates who wish to pursue a career in specialist nursing can apply for Higher Diploma courses/ MSc in areas such as gerontology, coronary care, intensive care, peri-operative care, paediatric nursing and accident and emergency nursing. Alternatively graduates may choose to pursue advanced studies in nursing education or nursing management.

Fundamentals of General Nursing 1 Anatomy & Physiology 1 Learning to Learn Professional & Personal Development Professional & Patient Safety 1 Fundamental Nursing Skills & General Nursing Experience 1

Palliative & Cancer Nursing Care Health & Psychosocial Studies 3 Nurse as Educator in Practice/ Preceptorship Consolidation of Nursing Skills for Professional Practice Professional and Patient Safety 4 General Nursing Experience 7

SEMESTER 8

Career Opportunities Graduates may apply for positions at staff nurse grade within the Irish healthcare sector. Universally Irish nurses are highly regarded in other countries thus enhancing work opportunities.

YEAR THREE

Clinical Placements Clinical experience is an essential element of the course in order to register as a general nurse. There are over 81 weeks of clinical placement throughout the course including a 36 week continuous internship placement in year four. Students will be accommodated on clinical placements in Wexford, Carlow, Waterford, Kilkenny and South Tipperary.

YEAR FOUR

Reasons to Choose this Course Nursing is an excellent choice for students interested in a healthcare career. Because human beings are complex, careers in nursing are amongst the most challenging; they are also some of the most rewarding. Once graduated, your qualifications will take you anywhere in the world. The General Nursing Course is delivered in a purpose-built, state-of-the-art learning environment and students undertake clinical practice in many hospitals throughout the south east region. You will be taught over four years through a model that we call KSVSE (Knowledge, Science, Values and Attitudes, Skills and Experience). Successfully completing all aspects of the course allows you to register as a General Nurse with An Bord Altranais.

COURSE OUTLINE

Consolidation of Knowledge Science Values and Attitudes, Skills and Experience through Clinical Internship. This is a 36 week placement within the South East.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The course content is very interesting with a mixture of science related material, patient care and research modules. The lecturers always have the interests of their students as a priority and are always willing to help the student. Class sizes are small which is an added bonus as it creates a friendly atmosphere in the classroom.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Sinead Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Gorman WD116 BSc (Hons) in General Nursing

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COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3 PLUS " MBCPSBUPSZ TDJFODF TVCKFDU (biology, physics, chemistry, QIZTJDT DIFNJTUSZ KPJOU PS agricultural science). 5ISFF PUIFS TVCKFDUT NBZ include Irish or English and B MBCPSBUPSZ TDJFODF TVCKFDU not included already) or have equivalent second level educational qualifications to the foregoing. The minimum educational requirements may be accumulated over not more than two sittings of the leaving certificate examination or an equivalent examination.

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 420

2014 415

MATURE ENTRY COURSE CODE: WD816 Apply by 1st February

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

t Garda Clearance t Occupational Health Clearance

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Catherine Madden PhD Email: cmadden@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD116

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2014 370

MATURE ENTRY COURSE CODE: WD817 Apply by 1st February

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

t Garda Clearance t Occupational Health Clearance

Career Opportunities Graduates may apply for positions at staff nurse grade within the Irish healthcare sector. Universally Irish nurses are highly regarded by other countries thus enhancing work opportunities. Postgraduate Opportunities Following qualification it is possible to specialise in a number of areas within psychiatric nursing - Cognitive Therapy, Behavioural Therapy, Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing, Eating Disorders, Psychiatric Nursing of Old Age, Forensic Psychiatric Nursing, Addiction Counselling at Higher Diploma or MSc level. Alternatively graduates may choose to pursue advanced studies in nursing education or nursing management.

STUDENT VIEW

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Michael Bergin Email: mbergin@wit.ie Tel: 051 845549 Web: www.wit.ie/WD117

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The degree in nursing at WIT has opened up many doors for me. It allowed me to continue clinical practice whilst advancing my career through further study, I would like to continue my studies here in WIT to doctorate level.â&#x20AC;&#x153;

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Child & Adolescent Mental Health Disorders Introduction to Pathophysiology (Psychiatric) Health & Psychosocial Studies 2 Essential Nursing Skills: Specialist Psychiatric Nursing Experience 3

SEMESTER 4

2013 390

Altered Mood & Perception Introduction to Evidence Based Practice 1 Anatomy & Physiology 2 Health & Psychosocial Studies 1 Medication Management 1 Psychiatric Nursing Experience 2

Nursing Mental Health Conditions in the Adult Evidence Based Practice 2 Ethical, Legal & Political Issues in Psychiatric Nursing Psychiatric Nursing & Medication Management Psychiatric Nursing Experience 4

SEMESTER 5

YEAR: Min points:

Clinical Placements Clinical experience is an essential element of the course in order to register as a psychiatric nurse. There are over 81 weeks of clinical placement throughout the course including a 36 week continuous internship placement in year four. Students will be accommodated on clinical placements in Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow and South Tipperary.

Introduction to Psychiatric Nursing: Community Mental Health & Illness Anatomy & Physiology 1 Learning to Learn Personal & Professional Development Professional & Patient Safety 1 Fundamental Nursing Skills & Psychiatric Nursing Experience 1

Nursing Psychiatric Disorders in Later Life Neuroendocrine Pathophysiology Professional & Client Safety 3 Psychiatric Nursing Experience 5

SEMESTER 6

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Reasons to Choose this Course Nursing is an excellent choice for students interested in a healthcare career. Because human beings are complex, careers in nursing are amongst the most challenging; they are also some of the most rewarding. The Psychiatric Nursing Course is delivered in a purpose-built, state-of-the-art learning environment and students undertake clinical practice in hospitals around the south east region. You will be taught over four years through a model that we call KSVSE (Knowledge, Science, Values and Attitudes, Skills and Experience). Successfully completing all aspects of the course allows you to register as a Psychiatric Nurse with An Bord Altranais.

COURSE OUTLINE

Substance Misuse, Addictions & Nursing Interventions Evidence Based Practice 3 Management & Leadership in Nursing Practice Psychiatric Medication Management Integrated Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing Skills 1 Psychiatric Nursing Experience 6

SEMESTER 7

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3 PLUS " MBCPSBUPSZ TDJFODF TVCKFDU (biology, physics, chemistry, QIZTJDT DIFNJTUSZ KPJOU PS agricultural science). 5ISFF PUIFS TVCKFDUT NBZ include Irish or English and B MBCPSBUPSZ TDJFODF TVCKFDU not included already) or have equivalent second level educational qualifications to the foregoing. The minimum educational requirements may be accumulated over not more than two sittings of the leaving certificate examination or an equivalent examination.

What is Psychiatric Nursing? Psychiatric/Mental Health nursing is a specialist field within the health care profession. It involves an interpersonal caring process which acknowledges the uniqueness of each person. The psychiatric nurse is concerned with the promotion of mental health, the prevention of mental illness and the provision of care to those with mental health problems.

Contemporary Issues in Acute & Community Setting Health & Psychosocial Studies 3 Nurse as Educator in Pratice/ Preceptorship Integrated Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing Skills 2 Psychiatric Nursing Experience 7

SEMESTER 8

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PSYCHIATRIC NURSING

YEAR ONE

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

YEAR TWO

DURATION: 4 YEARS

YEAR THREE

WD117

YEAR FOUR

CODE:

Consolidation of Knowledge Science Values and Attitudes, Skills and Experience through Clinical Internship. This is a 36 week placement within the South East.

Jenny Cunningham WD117 BSc in Psychiatric Nursing

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

WD120

INTELLECTUAL DISABILTY NURSING

DURATION: 4 YEARS

Niamh Wickham WD120 BSc (Hons) in Intellectual Disability Nursing

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4

Supporting the Adolescent with Intellectual Disabilities Evidence Based Practice 2 Ethical, Legal & Political Issues in Intellectual Disabilities Skills in Mental Health & General Nursing Practice Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Experience 4

SEMESTER 5

YEAR ONE

Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities with Dual Disability Introduction to Pathophysiology Health & Psychosocial Studies 2 Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Skills 2 Medication Managment 2 Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Experience 3

Therapeutic Responses to People with Intellectual Disabilities Applied Pathophysiology 2 Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Experience 5

SEMESTER 6

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The balance between theory and practice makes this course very interesting. We spend half the college year in the classroom and the other half on clinical placement. During the past three years I have been on clinical placement all around the South- East working with adults and children with Intellectual Disabilities.â&#x20AC;?

Caring for People wih Intellectual Disability Introduction to Evidence Based Practice Anatomy & Physiology 2 Health & Psychosocial Studies 1 Medication Management 1 Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Experience 2

Supporting the Adult & Older Adult with Intellectual Disabilities Evidence Based Practice 3 Management & Leadership in Nursing Practice Nursing Skills for the Older Adult with Intellectual Disabilities Medication Management 3 Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Experience 6

SEMESTER 7

STUDENT VIEW

Postgraduate Opportunities Following qualification it is possible to specialise in a number of areas within intellectual disability nursing i.e. challenging behaviour, multiple and complex disabilities. Alternatively graduates may choose to pursue advanced studies in nursing education or nursing management.

Foundations in Intellectual Disability Nursing Anatomy & Physiology 1 Learning to Learn Professional & Personal Development Professional & Patient Safety 1 Fundamental Nursing Skills & Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Experience 1

Health Promotion for People with Intellectual Disabilities Health & Psychosocial Studies 3 Nurse as Educator in Practice/Preceptorship Professional & Client Safety 4 Consolidation of Nursing Skills for Professional Practice Intellectual Disabilities Nursing Experience 7

SEMESTER 8

Career Opportunities Graduates may practice as a Registered Intellectual Disability Nurse within the Irish healthcare sector and voluntary services. Universally Irish nurses are highly regarded by other countries thus enhancing work opportunities.

YEAR TWO

Clinical Placement Clinical experience is an essential element of the course in order to register as an Intellectual Disability nurse. There are over 81 weeks of clinical placement throughout the course including a 36 week continuous internship placement in year four. Students will be accommodated on clinical placements in Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow and South Tipperary.

YEAR THREE

Reasons to Choose this Course Nursing is an excellent choice for students interested in a healthcare career. Because human beings are complex, careers in nursing are amongst the most challenging; they are also some of the most rewarding. The Intellectual Nursing Course is delivered in a purpose-built, state-of-the-art learning environment and students undertake clinical practice around the south east region. You will be taught over four years through a model that we call KSVSE (Knowledge, Science, Values and Attitudes, Skills and Experience). Successfully completing all aspects of the course allows you to register as an Intellectual Disability Nurse with An Bord Altranais.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR FOUR

What is Intellectual Disability Nursing? Intellectual Disability nursing is seen as a speciality field of nursing that provides holistic care to persons with an intellectual disability. Intellectual disability nurses work as part of a trandisciplinary team in order to enable and empower people with intellectual disabilities to achieve their full potential.

Consolidation of Knowledge Science Values and Attitudes, Skills and Experience through Clinical Internship. This is a 36 week placement within the South East.

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3 PLUS " MBCPSBUPSZ TDJFODF TVCKFDU (biology, physics, chemistry, QIZTJDT DIFNJTUSZ KPJOU PS agricultural science). 5ISFF PUIFS TVCKFDUT NBZ include Irish or English and B MBCPSBUPSZ TDJFODF TVCKFDU not included already) or have equivalent second level educational qualifications to the foregoing.The minimum educational requirements may be accumulated over not more than two sittings of the leaving certificate examination or an equivalent examination.

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 385

2014 355

MATURE ENTRY COURSE CODE: WD820 Apply by 1st February

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

t Garda Clearance t Occupational Health Clearance

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: SinĂŠad Foran Email: sforan@wit.ie Tel: 051 306187 Web: www.wit.ie/WD120

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2013 NEW

2014 225

Special Features of the Course Students will complete a relevant work placement during each year of the course, which allows you to put theory into practice. Prior to going on placement, students will be required to have satisfactory Garda Vetting/Police Clearance, Mandatory Training (CPR, Manual Handling) and Occupational Health. This will be coordinated by WIT staff. Career Opportunities Graduates may gain employment in the following areas: t Applied health care provision in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, community care settings and nursing homes t Managing & coordinating General Practices t Sales representatives in the pharmaceutical industry t Delivery of healthcare in the emerging telehealth industry t Health research t Postgraduate study

SEMESTER 1

YEAR: Min points:

The course aims to develop self-aware, reflective graduates, who will be confident in their delivery of health care. Graduates may be involved in the organisation and or delivery of direct health care in hospitals, community care, general practice, the pharmaceutical industry and health research. The course also prepares students for the emerging area of internet and telephone health care delivery.

SEMESTER 2

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Academic Study & Public Speaking Introduction to Maths for Health Care Psychology for Health Care Anatomy & Physiology 1 Introduction to Healthcare Informatics Health & Wellbeing Pharmacology for Health Care Fundamentals of Care 1 Medical Surgery Care 1 Anatomy & Physiology 2 Placement 1

SEMESTER 3

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

COURSE OUTLINE

Fundamentals of Care 2 Nutrition for Health Medical Surgical 2 (E) Care of the Older Adult 1 (E) Placement 2

SEMESTER 4

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What is the BSc in Applied Health Care? The BSc in Applied Health Care is aimed at students interested in health care delivery and applied health care. The underpinning philosophy of the programme is to ensure that all personnel working in health care are appropriately educated and trained to deliver safe care to patients in a range of health care settings.

Medical Surgical Care 3 Pharmacology for Health Care 2 Maternal - Newborn Health (E) Maternal - Newborn Care Place (E) Care of the Older Adult 2 (E) Introduction to Mental Health Care (E) Placement 3

SEMESTER 5

COURSE ENTRY

APPLIED HEALTH CARE

Applying Psychology & Sociology to Health Care Introduction to Evidence Based Health Care Medical Surgical Care 4 (E) Introduction to Intellectual Diability Care (E) Placement 4

SEMESTER 6

DURATION: 3 YEARS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

YEAR ONE

WD188

YEAR TWO

LEVEL:

YEAR THREE

CODE:

Management of Care Management of Care Placement Connected Health Placement 5 E = Elective modules

International Links with Columbus Technical College, United States Graduates of the BSc in Applied Health Care have the opportunity to progress to Columbus Technical College and pursue further education in the field of nursing and continue further studies to become a US registered nurse.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Miriam Farrell Tel: 051 306150 Email: mfarrell@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD188

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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS IN

WD019

RECREATION & SPORT MANAGEMENT

DURATION: 3 YEARS

STUDENT VIEW

Career Opportunities t Sports development t National governing bodies of sport t Local sports partnerships t Coaching t Leisure centre management t Fitness instruction t Business setting (e.g. sports marketing, public relations, event management)

SEMESTER 1

Accounting & Financial Information Exercise Physiology Human Resource Management Resistance & Conditioning Sociology of Sport & Leisure Sport Pedagogy

SEMESTER 2

YEAR ONE

Communication Skills for College & the Workplace Introduction to Sport Science Information Technology Fundamentals Leisure Studies Organisational Behaviour for the Leisure Industry Principles & Practice of Sport

SEMESTER 3

Exercise Programming Sports Law Principles of Marketing Recreation Operations Sport Pedagogy & Skill Development Sport & Exercise Psychology

SEM. 4 SEMESTER 5

CHOOSE 3

1SPKFDU 0QFSBUJPOT .BOBHFNFOU Services Marketing Financial Decision Making Adapted Physical Activity (E) Coaching (E) Exercise Leadership (E) Land Based Outdoor Recreation (E) Recreation Planning (E) Sports Development (E)

SEMESTER 6

IT Applications 2 Enterprise & Innovation Economics Activity for Intellectual Disability (E) Event Management (E) Emerging Trends for the Leisure Industry (E) Fitness Training & Performance (E) Social Recreation (E) Water Based Outdoor Recreation (E) &MFDUJWF PQUJPOT BSF TVCKFDU UP OVNCFST BQQMZJOH

Follow on Study Students can progress onto the level 8 Bachelor of Business(Hons) in Recreation and Sport Management, from which the MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology and further opportunities for postgraduate research are available. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The course offers great work placement, coaching certificates BOE TVCKFDU DIPJDFT UIBU JODSFBTF KPC PQQPSUVOJUJFT XIFO graduated. I had the opportunity to work with some great organisations such as Waterford GAA, FAI, Charlton Athletic and went on many field trips varying from the Burren, Co. Clare to Tanzania.â&#x20AC;?

-JBN /P HSFFO KFSTFZ JO GSPOU SPX XJUI IJT UFBN mates at the match against the Masai tribe on their trip to Tanzania.

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 285

2014 265

SCHOLARSHIPS Work Experience/Placement

CHOOSE 3

Unique features t Bachelor of Business: This qualification provides graduates with a business degree which furthers employment options into a wider array of fields. t Work placement: Students complete 14 weeks of work placement in year two of the course. This provides vital real-world experience for students in their chosen area of interest whilst also expanding their skill and knowledge base. Placements can include leisure centres, national governing bodies (e.g. FAI, GAA, IRFU), local sports partnerships and national organisations (e.g. Special Olympics, Paralympics Ireland). Opportunities for placements abroad are available. t Practical features: Students complete four hours of practical sports skills per semester in years one and two. This enables students to gain the basic skills of a number of sports for the purposes of leading youth groups in a variety of sporting activity contexts. Other modules with practical components include event management, outdoor recreation and adapted physical activity. The practical fitness instruction stream allows students to gain professional qualifications in gym and group fitness instruction. t Electives: After placement in year two, students choose electives for year three. This allows students to QSPHSFTT POUP NPEVMFT UIBU TVJU UIFJS DBSFFS PCKFDUJWFT (e.g. coaching, event management, adapted physical activity).

YEAR TWO

Students who successfully complete this programme can progress onto the one year, level 8 Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Recreation and Sport Management (WD051).

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR THREE

What is the Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Sport Management? The Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Sport Management is a three year degree course which provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to work in the wider sport, leisure and business industries. The course is based on three pillars of sport studies, recreation and leisure and business management.

Liam Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara WD019 Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Sport Management

Sports scholarships are made available to selected suitable candidates. The WIT Sports Scholarship scheme offers a range of support services to successful students including financial, academic and sports science support. More Info: www.wit.ie/sportsholarships

RESERVED PLACES Applicants who apply to the CAO by 1 February and who have achieved excellence in their chosen sport or coaching at the highest levels may qualify for a reserved place. More info: www.wit.ie/admissionspolicies

PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION The practical fitness instruction modules meet the standards required by REPS Ireland for entry to the Fitness Instructor and Group Fitness Instructor category on the Irish Register for Exercise Professionals (REPS). Membership of REPS Ireland qualifies students to work in the fitness industry in Ireland and abroad.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Laura Finnegan Email: lfinnegan@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD019

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REQUIREMENTS: Holders of the Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Sport Management may apply for entry. Graduates of any level 7 programme with an emphasis on sport, recreation and business can also apply for this programme. Entry is TVCKFDU UP UIF BWBJMBCJMJUZ PG places. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

What is the Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Recreation & Sport Management course? The level 8 Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Sport Management is a one year honours degree course which allows students to specialise in the areas of sport, recreation and business. Core business modules (e.g. strategic leisure management) and elective sport and recreation modules (e.g. sports development, performance and analysis in sport) allow students to focus their studies to their chosen specialisms. Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Sport Management (level 7) can progress onto this programme. Unique features t Bachelor of Business: This qualification provides graduates with a level 8 business degree which enhances employment options into a wider array of fields. t Electives: Students have a wide array of electives to choose from on this programme. This includes modules from the business and sport/recreation streams (e.g. social media, sports marketing, adventure tourism, performance psychology). t Research specialism: Students engage in a SFTFBSDI QSPKFDU GPS UIF UXP TFNFTUFST PG UIF programme. This allows students to conduct specialist research in a niche area of their choosing to further their career prospects. Career Opportunities t 4QFDJBMJTU QPTJUJPOT JO UIF MFJTVSF JOEVTUSZ t #VTJOFTT JOEVTUSZ QPTJUJPOT F H FWFOU NBOBHFNFOU social media, sports marketing) t 4QPSUT EFWFMPQNFOU t /BUJPOBM HPWFSOJOH CPEJFT PG TQPSU t -PDBM TQPSUT QBSUOFSTIJQT t $PBDIJOH BOE BUIMFUF TVQQPSU

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology and further opportunities for postgraduate research are available.

INFORMATION: CONTACT: Laura Finnegan Email: lfinnegan@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD051

â&#x20AC;&#x153;While my primary interest in college was the sporting elements of the course, the business elements ensured I had requisite skills to support the CVTJOFTT DPNQPOFOU PG SVOOJOH B NBKPS TQPSUJOH organisation. While my sporting and coaching knowledge were essential in my previous role as Performance Director, it is the business elements that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m particularly reliant on in my current CEO roleâ&#x20AC;?

Liam Harbison, CEO Paralympics Ireland WD051 Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Recreation & Sport Management

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COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 1

COURSE ENTRY

RECREATION & SPORT MANAGEMENT

CHOOSE 4

ADD-ON COURSE

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (HONS) IN

SEMESTER 2

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CHOOSE 3

WD051

YEAR ONE

LEVEL:

Core Modules Dissertation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Literature Review Recreation Business Policy Therapeutic Recreation (E) Performance & Analysis in Sport (E) Physical Activity & Lifestyle Development (E) Community Recreation (E) Outdoor Recreation Management (E) Recreation Technology (E) Social Media & Digital Professionalism (E) Sports Marketing (E) Core Modules Dissertation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Results & Discussion Strategic Leisure Management Recreation for Special Populations (E) Performance Psychology (E) Principles of Health Promotion (E) Sports Development: Policy & Planning (E) Adventure Tourism (E) Recreation Management Issues (E) E = Elective modules &MFDUJWFT BSF TVCKFDU UP OVNCFST BQQMZJOH

STUDENT VIEW

CODE:

â&#x20AC;&#x153; My time in WIT has been a thoroughly FOKPZBCMF BOE SFXBSEJOH FYQFSJFODF The whole college from staff, students, clubs and student life in general has left a positive and lasting impression on me which I am delighted to have been a part of. The lecturers in the course provide a great support to the students and were always on hand to give advice or help whenever needed. They were accessible to students at any time and were completely understanding of the pressures of student MJGF 5IF TVCKFDU BSFBT DPWFSFE JO UIF course are applicable to the industry and provide each individual with an in-depth understanding of the industry. They are delivered in a way which makes them interesting and relatable to the students. Overall my time in WIT was a positive and happy one. I am proud to say I attended the college and feel fully prepared for life outside of college. I have many options and doors open to me from completing this course and would recommend it to anyone XJTIJOH UP TUVEZ XJUIJO UIJT TVCKFDU BSFB w

Roseanna Keogh WD051 Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Recreation & Sport Management

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Junior Keoghan WD124 BA (Hons) in Health Promotion

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Communication Media Key Populations 2 Physical Health & Disease Social Personal & Health Education 2 Sociology of Health Nutrition

SEMESTER 4

Active Citizenship Health Promotion in Key Settings Mental Health & Wellness Practical Media Skills Research Methods & Statistics Social & Health Psychology

SEM. 5

Work Experience

SEMESTER 6

Advanced Research Methods & Statistics Community Development Ethics & Dilemmas in Health Health Marketing Health Screening & Assessment Motivational Interviewing

SEMESTER 7

Dissertation 1 Public Health 1 Health Psychology Clinical Nutrition (E) Epidemiology (E) Gender Specific HP (E) Older Adult (E) Workplace Health Promotion (E)

CHOOSE 3

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Biomolecules & Cells Communication & Presentation Skills Data & Measurement Key Populations 1 Lifespan Development Physical Activity & Wellness

CHOOSE 3

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I found the classes very interesting and stimulating which covered a range of topical health issues. In my first year at WIT I travelled to the Alps in France with the WIT kayak club and in my third year I travelled to Alaska for my work placement where I worked with people with disabilities. This was both UIPSPVHIMZ FOKPZBCMF BOE DIBMMFOHJOH * XPVME recommend studying Health Promotion to anyone who likes working with a variety of groups and has an interest in public health.â&#x20AC;?

YEAR FOUR

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study Opportunities for postgraduate research study in WIT in the health promotion field & in Social, Personal & Health Education (SPHE).

Critical Thinking and Written Communications Health Promotion Leadership Human Anatomy & Physiology Principles of Health Promotion Research & Learning Social Personal & Health Education 1

SEMESTER 8

Work Placement There is a 16 week placement in third year of the course. This introduces the student to practical health promotion settings and provides the student with a broader skill base. Students have been placed in the following settings: Health Service Executive, Health Promotion Depts, Youth Services, Adolescent )FBMUI BOE *OGPSNBUJPO 1SPKFDUT $PNNVOJUZ 1SPKFDUT and Adult Education Service, V.E.C.s. International placement & options to study abroad may also be available.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR THREE

Career Opportunities t Health Promotion Posts (Physical Activity, Smoking Cessation, Sexual Health, Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health, Schools etc) in the Health Service Executive t Community Development t Corporate wellness/workplace health promotion t Primary Care Setting/Public Health t Youth Work t Working with agencies for example Older Adult, Disabled, Disadvantaged, and Marginalised Groups t Local Authorities/County Councils t Advocacy t Research Posts

LEVEL:

WD124

DURATION: 4 YEARS

HEALTH PROMOTION What is the BA (Hons) in Health Promotion course? The BA (Hons) in Health Promotion is a full-time four year honours degree course, which prepares students for employment in the health or allied health sector. The overall aim of the course is to educate health promotion specialists who have the core skills to work with a wide variety of population groups, and in a wide range of settings. Health Promotion is the process of enabling people to increase control over and improve their health.

CODE:

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 300

ADVANCED ENTRY

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Dissertation 2 (Thesis) Public Health 2 Disabilities & Advocacy (E) Emerging Trends in HP (E) Environment & Health (E) Managing Health Promotion Campaigns (E) Social Personal & Health Education 4 (E) Youth at Risk (E) E = Elective modules &MFDUJWFT BSF TVCKFDU UP OVNCFST BQQMZJOH

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Niamh Murphy Email: nmurphy@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD124

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Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course. To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Career Opportunities t Fitness specialist t Personal training t Physical activity & health promotion t Youth services t Special needs physical activity t Wellness provider t Local sports partnerships

SEMESTER 1

Exercise Programming Research Methods & Statistics Physical Health & Disease Resistance and Conditioning The Exercise Professional Sociology of Health Health Promotion in Key Settings Motor Behaviour Nutrition Social & Health Psychology Social Personal & Health Education 2 Active Citizenship (E) Exercise Leadership (E)

Work Placement Adapted Physical Activity Advanced Research Methods & Statistics Exercise Physiology 2 Promoting Physical Activity: Policy & Practice Business of Personal Training (E) Community Development (E) Ethics and Dilemmas in Health (E) Exercise Medicine (E) Motivational Interviewing (E) Practical Pedagogy (E)

Work Placement A 16 week work placement in third year offers real experience in a fitness, special needs or physical activity promotion environment.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Aoife Lane Email: alane@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD125

Colm Dowling BA (Hons) in Exercise and Health Studies and Irish National Swimming Champion.

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SEMESTER 8

â&#x20AC;&#x153; As well as studying, I also swim competitively at an elite level. This course has helped me excel in my personal, academic and sporting life. The modules are diverse and interesting and the lecturers on the course are understanding and are always willing to help.â&#x20AC;?

YEAR FOUR

STUDENT VIEW

SEMESTER 7

Follow on Study Opportunities for postgraduate research exist in WIT in the Exercise & Health field.

CHOOSE 1

ADVANCED ENTRY

SEMESTER 2

2014 285

SEMESTER 3

2013 295

Biomolecules and Cells Communication and Presentation Skills Data & Measurement Exercise Physiology 1 Key Populations 1 - Children and Youth at Risk Lifespan Development

SEMESTER 4

YEAR: Min points:

Activity Leadership Critical Thinking and Written Communcations Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science Promoting Physical Activity and Health Research and Learning Social Personal and Health Education 1

SEM. 5

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Exercise & Health Studies has four distinct elements t Studies in exercise, nutrition & health science examine the influence of exercise & diet on the body t & athletic performance, & the role of exercise in the prevention & treatment of modern health problems t Studies in physical activity and health examine why and how to promote physical activity for health and wellbeing at the individual and population level t A number of modules focus on quality of life issues and physical activity programming for key populations, including individuals with a disability, older adults & at-risk-youth t Practical fitness instruction skills for the general, athletic and key population groups are the fourth key component of the course. These modules are accredited against European Health Fitness Association (EHFA) standards, enabling students to gain access to the Register of Exercise Professionals in Ireland (REPS Ireland). Membership of REPS Ireland qualifies students to work in Ireland & abroad in many countries.

COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 6

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the BA (Hons) in Exercise & Health Studies course? This is a four year honours degree that combines the disciplines of exercise science & physical activity for health promotion. It is a broad based degree which also allows for specialisation in key areas.

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COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

CHOOSE 3

DURATION: 4 YEARS

YEAR ONE

WD125

YEAR TWO

LEVEL:

YEAR THREE

CODE:

Dissertation 1 Physical Activity Epidemiology Exercise Psychology Clinical Nutrition Gender Specific Health Promotion (E) Older Adult (E) Research Techniques in Exercise and Biomedicine (E) Social Personal & Health Education 3 (E) Workplace Health Promotion (E) Dissertation 2 Clinical Exercise Physiology Activity for Intellectual Disability (E) Advanced Exercise Programming (E) Disabilities & Advocacy (E) Environment & Health (E) Performance Psychology (E) Social Personal & Health Education 4 (E) Sport & Exercise Nutrition (E) Youth at Risk (E) E = Elective modules &MFDUJWFT BSF TVCKFDU UP OVNCFST BQQMZJOH

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SPORTS COACHING & PERFORMANCE

Career Opportunities t Coaching and Sports Development t Strength and Conditioning t Performance Analysis Follow on Study It is envisaged that students will progress to further study in Sports Coaching, Sports Psychology, Sports Science, Sports Performance and Strength and Conditioning. Students will also have the knowledge and skills necessary to undertake advanced coaching awards to international standards in their specialist sports in the years following graduation.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Coach Education 1 Biomechanics & Kinesiology Motor Behaviour Data & Measurement Exercise Physiology 1

SEMESTER 3

Sports Physiology Instructional Skill Development Coaching Leadership Strength & Condidtioning 2 Sociology of Sport & Leisure Talent Identification & Long-Term Athlete Development

SEMESTER 4

Coach Education 2 Coaching Process Exercise Programming Movement & Performance Analysis Sport & Exercise Psychology

SEM. 5

Performance Planning Paralympic Sport Coaching Internship 1

SEM. 6

Research Methods & Statistics Advanced Performance Analysis Coaching Internship 2

SEMESTER 7

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science Introduction to Coaching Research & Learning Introduction to Sport & Leisure Strength & Conditioning 1 Lifestyle Management

.BKPS 1SPKFDU Science of Elite Sports Performance Performance Psychology Strength & Conditioning 3 Sports Development

SEMESTER 8

Unique Features t The sports-specific education is delivered and academic credit is given to students for completion of National Governing Body awards and progress though the coach development pathway. t The programme is designed specifically to develop coaching skills, abilities and perspectives to enable the coach to pursue career pathways in coaching. t Additional points can be awarded to individuals with outstanding sporting achievement. Typically 20 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 50 additional points may be added. t During the third year of the programme students undertake a year-long coaching internship in medium to high performance coaching environments and will be mentored by experienced coaches. t Sports science foundation modules are a key component of years 1 and 2 while in year 4, students study the science of elite performance in specific sports, e.g. science of soccer. Such a focus on the science of performance in individual sports is not the norm on other sports science programmes.

YEAR THREE

The course has four distinct elements: t Coach Education modules address the key characteristics of successful coaching and talent identification t Sports Science modules provide students with the knowledge to understand the scientific basis of sports performance and the practical skills to undertake coaching-relevant assessments t Strength and Conditioning modules enable students to plan and implement programmes for individuals and teams. Age-specific strength and conditioning is a key consideration. t Sport in Society modules place sport and coaching within a wider societal context

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR FOUR

The BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching and Performance is a four year honours degree course that provides aspiring coaches from a variety of sporting backgrounds with an advanced coach education. The course combines the disciplines of coach education and sports science, applying theory to practice in different coaching environments.

.BKPS 1SPKFDU Sport & Exercise Nutrition Sport & Exercise Medicine Professional Case Studies in Coaching International Perspectives on Talent Development Programmes

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DURATION: 4 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 370

2014 370

ADDITIONAL POINTS Applicants who apply to the CAO by 1 February and who have achieved excellence in their chosen sport or coaching at the highest avilable levels may qualify for consideration for additional bonus points. More info: www.wit.ie/admissionspolicies

ADVANCED ENTRY Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course. More info: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

SCHOLARSHIPS Sports scholarships are made available to selected suitable candidates. The WIT Sports Scholarship scheme offers a range of support services to successful students including financial, academic and sports science support. www.wit.ie/sportscholarships

STUDENT VIEW â&#x20AC;&#x153; The classes are small enough for everybody to be heard and the lecturers know you on a first name basis which adds to the quality of the learning experience. I feel that this course will provide me with the necessary qualifications and experiences to get a coaching position at elite level, and this is not something I would have gotten anywhere else.â&#x20AC;?

Sam Power WD186 BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching & Performance

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HUMANITIES www.wit.ie/humanities COURSE OPTIONS & PROGRESSION CHART

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BSc, BD, STL, ThD, PhD

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) BA (Hons) in Psychology BA (Hons) in Social Science BA (Hons) in Social Care Practice BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons) BA (Hons) in Criminal Justice Studies Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies BA in Legal Studies in International Trade BA in Legal Studies BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business

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DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES, TOURISM & HOSPITALITY STUDIES BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management Higher Certificate in Arts in Hospitality Studies BA (Hons) in Tourism Marketing Higher Certificate in Business in Tourism BA (Hons) in Arts in Culinary Arts (NEW) Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts

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DEPARTMENT OF CREATIVE & PERFORMING ARTS Head: Marian Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill, LLB, LLM, DipLP, FCIB WD027 WD152 WD137

BA (Hons) in Music BA (Hons) in Visual Art BA (Hons) in Design (Visual Communications)

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HUMANITIES @ WIT POSTGRAD

DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED ARTS

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BA in Legal Studies

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BA in Legal Studies in International Business

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LEVEL 6

Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies

BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care

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BA (Hons) in Criminal Justice Studies WD033

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LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons)

LEVEL 7

LEVEL 8

WD018

BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care

WD073

LEVEL 8

WD149

BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies

LEVEL 7

WD200

LEVEL 8

WD163

LEVEL 8

WD187

LEVEL 8

WD192

BA (Hons) in Social Care Practice

WD140

CAO ENTRY

BA (Hons) in Social Studies

BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business

POSTGRAD

TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

BA (Hons) in Psychology

YEAR 4

RESEARCH MASTERS& PHD

Bachelor of Arts (Hons)

WD150

YEAR 3

WD013

YEARS 1-2

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WD091

LEVEL 8

WD173

LEVEL 6 LEVEL 8

WD174

LEVEL 6

Higher Certificate in Business in Tourism Marketing

WD194

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BA (Hons) in Culinary Arts

LEVEL 6

CAO ENTRY

WD148

BA (Hons) in Tourism Marketing

Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts

YEAR 4

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Transfer year 2/3

TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

Higher Certificate in Arts in Hospitality Studies

YEAR 3

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BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management

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CAO ENTRY

BA (Hons) in Design (Visual Communications)

TAUGHT POSTGRAD PROGRAMMES

BA (Hons) in Visual Arts

POSTGRAD RESEARCH MASTERS & PHD

BA (Hons) in Music

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YEARS 1-4

Advanced Entry: Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of our courses. See www.wit.ie/advancedentry.ie

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WD200 DURATION: 3 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3 Applicants choosing French, PLC German or Irish, HC3 is required in that particular language. For those starting a language as a beginner (ab initio) there are no special requirements.

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 280

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ARTS (HONS) What is the Bachelor of Arts (Hons)? Studying on the Bachelor of Arts (Hons), you will be able to choose from a wide range of )VNBOJUJFT BOE 4PDJBM 4DJFODF TVCKFDUT PO BO honour degree course that is comparable to Arts degrees both nationally and worldwide. You will be encouraged to see the world anew UISPVHI UIF TUVEZ PG TVCKFDUT TVDI BT &OHMJTI Literature, Sociology, Irish and other Modern European Languages, Religious Studies, Psychology and others. Over a three year period, you will develop FYQFSUJTF JO UXP TVCKFDU BSFBT BT XFMM BT developing a questioning and creative approach to the modern world. The course encourages your creativity, enterprise and ethical and social awareness, as well as giving you the opportunity to demonstrate and develop your leadership potential. The flexibility of mind formed in Liberal Arts students is highly valued by employers and the Arts degree at WIT opens many future opportunities to graduates. Subjects t 5IF "SUT EFHSFF JT BO JOUFSEJTDJQMJOBSZ DPVSTF XJUI B TQFDJBMJTN JO POF NBKPS TVCKFDU :PV BMTP TUVEZ B TFDPOE NJOPS TVCKFDU t *O :FBS ZPV DBO DIPPTF POF NBKPS BOE two minors. t *O :FBST ZPV DPOUJOVF UP TUVEZ ZPVS DIPTFO NBKPS BOE POF PG ZPVS DIPTFO Minors. t 4VCKFDUT BSF PSHBOJTFE JOUP GPVS HSPVQT to 4) and you can choose a maximum of POF TVCKFDU GSPN BOZ HSPVQ

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International Study Some students choose to spend an extra year at a partner university or third level college overseas before returning to complete their final year at WIT. Students who take this option graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) International. Unique feature: The Interdisciplinary Seminar As part of your studies, you will undertake interdisciplinary seminars that combine your DIPTFO NBKPS BOE NJOPS TVCKFDUT These seminars will help you draw connections between differing ideas, concepts, theories, assumptions, instruments, media, practices, histories and mindsets, which is not only intellectually challenging, but profoundly useful in the practical sense. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Real worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; problems are nearly always multifaceted and interconnected and one needs to develop a mind that is well equipped with knowledge, cognitive skills and the ability to see the bigger picture. Follow on Study Graduates can proceed to a Masters degree by 3FTFBSDI JO UIFJS DIPTFO .BKPS EJTDJQMJOF BU 8*5 or elsewhere, as well as various other taught Graduate Diploma and Masters programmes.

i * FOKPZFE FWFSZUIJOH BCPVU NZ DPVSTF 5IF lecturers were fantastic, they supported each of us every step of the way. The classes were fascinating and the discussions were eventful. The course environment was excellent for meeting people and making friends, the students were great crack and very intelligent. The support services in the college are especially helpful. Overall, I would advise anyone to come to WIT and to study the BA (Hons) programme.â&#x20AC;?

David Kennedy WD200 BA (Hons)

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ARTS @ WIT START

CHOOSE 1 MAJOR SUBJECT* ENG - ENGLISH

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GROUP 2

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PSYCHOLOGY

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GERMAN (BEGINNERS)

*Students study one Major and two Minor subjects in Year 1. No two subjects (Major or Minor) can be chosen from the same group.

YEARS 2 & 3

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GRADUATE WITH A BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The adaptability, flexibility and mental agility of Arts graduates, as well as their strong skills in communication and problem-solving, make them very desirable employees in many professions and industries, in Ireland and overseas. Education 4 ,$( ,3 secondary teaching 4 - , # 4 ./, , 4 *'$ 3 administration

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BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) INTERNATIONAL You can choose to spend an extra year (Year 3) in an international partner university. Students who take this option will graduate after four years with a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) International. Partners include universities in the US, Canada and across Europe.

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2013 390

2014 390

This degree is accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). Career Opportunities This course develops multi-skilled individuals with a wide range of transferable skills and provides industry with graduates who are capable of strategically managing all aspects of their environment. A graduate of the BA (Hons) in Psychology will be an enthusiastic and confident practitioner, comfortable with their ability to learn, and able to adapt to an ever-changing society. They will be ready to embark on a challenging and rewarding career in a variety of differing employment positions. Follow on Study Masters degrees by Research at WIT or elsewhere as well as various other taught postgraduate programmes. Arts Subjects 4UVEFOUT XJMM TUVEZ 1TZDIPMPHZ BT UIFJS .BKPS 4VCKFDU JO :FBS JO BEEJUJPO UP UBLJOH UXP .JOPS 4VCKFDUT from associate humanities disciplines. These Minor 4VCKFDUT NVTU CF DIPTFO GSPN (SPVQT PS PG UIF Bachelor of Arts (Hons) course, but not more than one TVCKFDU DBO CF UBLFO GSPN FBDI HSPVQ 1MFBTF TFF www.wit.ie/WD200 for details. On successful completion of year one, students will DPOUJOVF XJUI UIFJS .BKPS 4VCKFDU 1TZDIPMPHZ BOE DIPPTF POF PG UIFJS UXP .JOPS 4VCKFDUT UP TUVEZ JO ZFBST two and three of the course. BA (Hons) International in Psychology The BA (Hons) International in Psychology is a four-year version of the BA (Hons) in Psychology course. Admission takes place in second year and students spend their third year studying at an approved partner university or third level institution abroad, before returning to complete their final year at WIT.

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SEMESTER 1

YEAR: Min points:

SEMESTER 2

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Introduction to Biological Psychology Developmental Psychology Introduction to Cognition & Perception Introduction to Research Methods .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF

SEMESTER 3

For those starting a language as a beginner (ab initio) there are no special requirements.

Introduction to Psychology History of Psychology Introduction to Statistical Analysis & Design Critical and Creative Thinking .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF

Advanced Cognitive Psychology Individual Differences Intermediate Statistical Analysis & Design Applied Research Methods .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF

SEMESTER 4

Applicants choosing French, PLC German or Irish, HC3 is required in that particular language.

COURSE OUTLINE

Abnormal Psychology Introduction to Social Psychology Advanced Statistical Analysis & Design Psychology Laboratories .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF

SEMESTER 5

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the BA (Hons) in Psychology? This interdisciplinary three year degree course in Psychology offers students the opportunity to follow a NBKPS DPVSTF JO 1TZDIPMPHZ BMPOHTJEF NJOPS TUVEZ JO an associate Humanities discipline. Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. As such, the mission of the BA (Honours) in Psychology is to help students learn to think like psychologists. To achieve this goal, students generate and evaluate empirical evidence while considering theoretical perspectives on the discipline. Students actively engage with a rigorous academic programme that includes comprehensive coursework and student research. The structure and content of the degree will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human behaviour for a dynamic and fast changing world. Students who undertake the BA (Hons) in Psychology will have to be capable of studying across a wide range of disciplines, including Statistics.

Advanced Social Psychology Psychology & Crime Clinical & Experimental Neuropsychology and Dissertation Psychology 1 .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF

SEMESTER 6

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PSYCHOLOGY

Counselling Psychology Organisational Psychology Health Psychology & Dissertation Psychology 2 .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF .JOPS 4VCKFDU .PEVMF

STUDENT VIEW

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

YEAR ONE

DURATION: 3 YEARS

YEAR TWO

WD163

YEAR THREE

CODE:

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Cassandra Kelly WD163 BA (Hons) Psychology

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SOCIAL SCIENCE SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Social Research Methods Foundations of Ethics/Philosophy Social Policy Processes Class and Social Mobility in Irish Society Economic Policy Issues Elective Modules

SEMESTER 4

YEAR ONE

Introduction to Social Psychology Irish Social Policy Sociology of Contemporary Ireland The Development of the Irish Welfare State Principles of Macroeconomics Introduction to Research

Sociology of Gender Social Ethics Understanding Sociological Perspectives Social Policy and Ideology Developmental Psychology Elective Modules

SEMESTER 5

Career Opportunities The BA (Hons) in Social Science offers graduates a wide variety of career opportunities such as Social Research, Policy Analysis, Human Resources, Administration and Social Work in Government and Non-governmental agencies. Some career options require further postgraduate qualifications and this programme provides an ideal pathway into a range of postgraduate options.

Introduction to Psychology Social Policy and Welfare Introduction to Sociological Problems Critical and Creative Thinking Principles of Microeconomics Introduction to Politics

Social Studies in Context 1 Dissertation Proposal: Social Science Irish Politics and Government EU and Globalisation Ireland and Ethnic Minorities Elective Module

SEMESTER 6

The programme emphasises the importance of inter-disciplinarity. These pillars of learning (theory, application, research and integration) are the focus of this programme.

YEAR TWO

The programme is structured to provide students with the opportunity to gain a solid academic foundation in a range of related disciplines. The programme is also structured to enable students to develop their critical understanding of the applied nature of social science, and the importance of social research in critical inquiry and analysis of contemporary society.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR THREE

Special features of the course Students are offered an opportunity to take elective modules in Semesters, 3, 4, 5 and 6. Students may elect from a wide range of modules such as Human Resource Management, Personal & Professional Development, Social Care, Psychology & Crime, Probation and Youth Work and Law.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN What is the BA (Hons) in Social Science course? The BA (Hons) in Social Science is a multi-disciplinary three year course. In times of rapid social and economic change, this programme offer students the opportunity to understand and critically analyse contemporary Irish society and Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s place in an increasingly globalised world.This course draws on core Social Science disciplines such as; Social Policy, Sociology, Psychology, Economics and Politics, with an emphasis on Social Research and Social Studies in Context.The implications of and responses to social problems for marginalised and vulnerable members of society are central to this programme.

LEVEL:

Dissertation: Social Science Modern Social Theory Social Studies in Context 2 Comparing Social Policies Elective Module

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 300

Follow on Study Graduates may proceed to postgraduate study, either research or taught, at WIT or other third-level colleges.

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To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Follow on Study Graduates can proceed to the MA in Social Studies and Masters by Research at WIT as well as Masters in Social Work and other similar courses. Special Feature of the Course The course is designed to develop students as professionally qualified workers for a range of social care employment opportunities. Placement in Semesters 3 & 6 consists of 35 hours per week for 12 weeks, supervised social care practice. Garda Vetting 1MBDFT BSF PGGFSFE PO UIF QSPHSBNNF TVCKFDU UP satisfactory Garda Vetting clearance.

STUDENT VIEW

Fitness to Study/Fitness to Practice Students undertaking the BA (Hons) in Social Care Practice must meet the requirements of the Instituteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fitness to Study and Fitness to Practice Policy.

INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD192

i8IBU * IBWF FOKPZFE NPTU BCPVU NZ DPVSTF JO WIT, is the friends I have made and the social aspect of the college. My course includes 2 semesters of work placement which helped to give me an insight to my future career and prepared us for life after college. I would really recommend my course to anyone thinking of a career in social care.â&#x20AC;?

SEMESTER 1

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

SEMESTER 2

ADVANCED ENTRY

Career Opportunities Graduates may take up employment by the state sector and in community-based organisations. Social care workers may work with: t Children and adolescents in residential care t People with learning or physical disabilities t People who are homeless t People with alcohol/drug dependency t Families in the community t Older people t Recent immigrants to Ireland; and others

Social Care Law Developmental Psychology Irish Social Policy Understanding Sociological Perspectives Applied Creativity 2: t Applied Social Studies in Context 2 t Creative Interventions 2 Personal & Professional Development: Social Care 2

SEM. 3

2014 310

Practice Placement: Social Care 1 Practice Placement Portfolio: Social Care 1 Applied Social Studies in Context 3

SEMESTER 4

2013 340

Child Protection Law Introduction to Research Sociology of Contemporary Ireland Abnormal Psychology Applied Social Studies in Context 4 Personal and Professional Development: Social Care 3

SEMESTER 5

YEAR: Min points:

Introduction to Psychology Social Policy and Welfare Introduction to Sociological Problems Critical and Creative Thinking Applied Creativity 1: t Applied Social Studies in Context 1 t Creative Interventions 1 Personal & Professional Development: Social Care 1

Status, Capacity and Consent in Irish Law Introduction to Social Psychology Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rights and Social Policy Foundation of Ethics Applied Social Research Personal and Professional Development: Social Care 4

SEM. 6

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

COURSE OUTLINE

Practice Placement: Social Care 2 Practice Placement Portfolio: Social Care 2 Applied Social Studies in Context 5

SEMESTER 7

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3

What is the BA (Hons) in Social Care Practice? This is a four year level 8 course of study designed to prepare students for professional careers in Social Care Work and facilitate students who wish to pursue a specific area of interest. The overall aim of the course is to develop critically reflective, skilled and ethically aware professional Social Care workers. The course involves the study of related disciplines of Applied Social Studies, Professional Practice, Sociology, Social Policy, Psychology and Law.

Social Care Management and Practice 1 "QQMJFE 3FTFBSDI 1SPKFDU Social Policy Processes Law for Social Care Professionals 1 Introduction to Therapeutic Interventions Narrative Approaches to Social Care Practice

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SOCIAL CARE PRACTICE

Social Care Management and Practice 2 "QQMJFE 3FTFBSDI 1SPKFDU Comparing Social Policies Law for Social Care Professionals 2 Utilising and Applying Therapeutic Interventions Systemic Approaches to Social Care Practice

YEAR ONE

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

YEAR TWO

DURATION: 4 YEARS

YEAR THREE

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CODE:

Rachel Burns WD192 BA (Hons) in Social Care Practice

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EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES What is the BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies? The BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies is a three year course of study. The course is designed under four important academic foundations namely, theory, practice, research and reflective integration.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Irish Family Policy Early Years Education: Methods & Practice Personal & Professional Development 2 The Sociology of Contemporary Ireland Developmental Psychology Introduction to Research

SEMESTER 3

Practice Placement 1 Personal & Professional Development 3 Engaging Children Through Play Early Childhood Assessment Social Research Methods

SEMESTER 4

Understanding Sociological Perspectives Child Health & Welfare Comparative Pedagogy of Early Years Education History of Psychology of Education Irish Early Childhood Education Policies a Critique Introduction to Irish Law

SEMESTER 5

Special Feature of the Course Students have the opportunity to complete supervised work-based placements, in years 2 and 3 of the course. These opportunities allow students gain valuable experience and skills in areas of care or education or both. These placement experiences will facilitate the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; application of knowledge from the disciplines studied to professional practice. Students will conclude their third year with a written thesis which allows them focus on a specific area of interest to them in relation to early yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; care and education.

YEAR THREE

Follow on Study Graduates may proceed to postgraduate study, either research or taught, at WIT or other third-level Colleges.

Introduction to Psychology Early Years Instruction: Children as Learners Critical & Creative Thinking History of Care in Social Policy Introduction to Sociological Problems 1 Personal & Professional Development1

Diversity & Inclusion in Early Years Care & Education Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rights & Social Policy Social Theory & Gender Studies Introduction to Social Psychology Child Law Dissertation 1

SEMESTER 6

YEAR ONE

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR TWO

Career Opportunities This course aims to facilitate students who wish to pursue professional careers in Early Childhood Studies contexts, and postgraduate studies in Early Childhood Studies and related disciplines. t Early Years Childcare t Early Years Education t Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Residential Care Centres t Health Services Executive, Family Support t Children with special learning needs t Private work in the child care sector

WD149

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

Early Childhood Studies is aimed at producing professionally qualified graduates who can work in a range of early yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; contexts, working with children up to the age of eight in both care and education settings. The course involves the study of related disciplines of early yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; care, education, psychology, sociology, law and personal and professional development and supervised professional early years, practice placements.

LEVEL:

Practice Placement 2 Personal & Professional Development 4 Direct Work with Children, Parents & Staff Managing Early Child Contexts Dissertation 2

DURATION: 3 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 330

2014 320

STUDENT VIEW

Note: Garda clearance is required for all students taking this course.

â&#x20AC;&#x153; Bundles of opportunities follow Early Childhood Studies at WIT, the course is quite broad and there are so many career paths to choose from. There JT B XJEF SBOHF PG TVCKFDUT JODMVEJOH QFSTPOBM BOE professional development and practice placements in both 2nd and 3rd year which are extremely helpful in deciding the area you want to work in. There is a friendly atmosphere around campus, the lecturers do all they can to support each student and are willing to meet you personally for anything you need help with. I would recommend Early Childhood Studies to anyone interested in working in the early yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education or care.â&#x20AC;?

Kate Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien WD149 BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies

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INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD149

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 280

The course involves the study of related disciplines of Sociology, Social Policy, Psychology, Law, Applied Social Research and Supervised Professional Practice. Career Opportunities Graduates may take up employment in the state sector and in community-based organisations. Social care workers may work with: t Children and adolescents in residential care t People with learning or physical disabilities t People who are homeless t People with alcohol/drug dependency t Families in the community t Older people t Recent immigrants to Ireland

COURSE OUTLINE

Special Feature of the Course The course is designed to facilitate students to specialise as Social Care Workers. All students who wish to graduate as professionally qualified social care workers must successfully complete a supervised work-based placement in each of the second and third years of the course. Note: Garda clearance is required for all students taking this programme.

STUDENT VIEW

YEAR THREE

Follow on Study BA (Hons) Applied Social Studies in Social Care WD052 (one year add-on course)

SEMESTER 1

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care? The BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care is a three year (level 7) course of study. The course is designed to facilitate students who wish to pursue a specific area of interest and prepares students for professional careers in Social Care Work.

Key Themes in Sociology Introduction to Social Policy Psychology of Human Behaviour Applied Social Studies 1 History of Social Care in 19th Century Ireland Personal & Professional Development 1

SEMESTER 2

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Social Facts & Structures Social Policy in Context Introduction to Social Care Law History of Social Care in 20th Century Ireland Lifespan Developmental Psychology Personal & Professional Development 2

SEM. 3

COURSE ENTRY

APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES IN SOCIAL CARE

Practice Placement 1 Practice Placement Portfolio 1 Applied Social Studies 2

SEMESTER 4

DURATION: 3 YEARS

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN

Inequalities and Disadvantage in Irish Social Policy Individual Differences & Abnormal Psychology Modernisation & Social Change Personal & Professional Development 3 Child in Irish law Applied Social Studies 3

SEMESTER 5

Domestic Violence Law and Mental Health Law in Ireland Challenges for Irish Social Policy Class, Idealogy and Social Movements Social Psychology Personal & Professional Development 4 Applied Social Studies 4

SEMESTER 6

WD018

YEAR ONE

LEVEL:

YEAR TWO

CODE:

Practice Placement 2 Practice Placement Portfolio 2 Applied Social Studies 5

i*U XBT KVTU PWFS ZFBST TJODF * IBE DPNQMFUFE NZ MFBWJOH cert. Having been out of the classroom for so long, I found the thoughts of returning to education a little daunting to say the least. Immediately from the induction day in September, it was apparent that WIT had a stuctured support system in place to aid students, young and old with any problems or concerns they may have had. Each week the lecturers would facilitate a tutorial class. I found these very helpful in gaining an understanding PG TPNF PG UIF NPSF EJGGJDVMU TVCKFDUT .Z GBWPVSJUF TVCKFDU JT Sociology because it allows me to view various aspects of society from different perspectives and also gives me an insight into IPX TPDJFUZ XPSLT "U QSFTFOU * WF KVTU DPNQMFUFE NZ GJSTU ZFBS PG my 3 year degree. As part of my course I will now move on to a 3 month work placement in September 2012. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really looking forward to this as it will give me an opportunity to put the theory into practice. My experience of returning to education has being WFSZ QPTJUJWF JU KVTU HPFT UP TIPX UIBU XJUI B MJUUMF IBE XPSL BOE determination anything is possible.â&#x20AC;?

INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD018

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Stephen Whelan WD018 BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care

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APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES IN SOCIAL CARE

STUDENT VIEW

Note: Garda clearance is required for all students taking this course.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Follow on Study Graduates may proceed to postgraduate study, either research or taught, at WIT or other third-level Colleges.

LEVEL:

WD052

DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR ONE

What is the BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care? This one year add-on (level 8) is designed for graduates with a level 7 award who wish to further their Applied Social Studies education. It is a necessary qualification for those wishing to pursue postgraduate studies.

CODE:

Law for Social Care Professionals 1 Systemic Approaches in Social Care Practice Introduction to Therapeutic Interventions Social Policy Processes Social Care Mgt & Professional Practice 1 "QQMJFE 3FTFBSDI 1SPKFDU Law for Social Care Professionals 2 Narrative Approaches in Social Care Practice Utilising & Applying Therapeutic Interventions Comparing Social Policies Social Care Mgt & Professional Practice 2 "QQMJFE 3FTFBSDI 1SPKFDU

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Applications are accepted from graduates who have successfully completed the BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care (level 7) (WD018) or equivalent. 4VCKFDU UP BWBJMBCJMJUZ PG QMBDFT TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

i5IF XJEF SBOHF PG TVCKFDUT JNQSFTTFE NF TP NVDI UIF MFDUVSFST XFSF TP IFMQGVM JO BMM BTQFDUT BOE * FOKPZFE every year in WIT and I am delighted I chose WIT to do my Social Care degree. I have made so many friends through my course which was always encouraged by our lecturers in terms of class team building and bonding. I can easily say I have made friends for life and it is always great to look back on our time in WIT: study groups, class parties and the fun we had. I was involved with the Social Care society and acted as Chairperson. We organised many parties, talks, events, fundraisers and an end of year Ball. During my time in WIT, I went on work placement in the first semester in second year and the second semester in third year. We got the feel of working in the real world and I knew then I had made the right decision with Social Care in WIT. I felt well equipped going on placement; in second year I did placement in a school for children with special needs as a classroom assistant and in third year I did placement in Foroige which is a youth organisation as a substitute youth worker. I FOKPZFE UIJT TP NVDI BOE XIBU * IBE MFBSOFE JO DMBTT * could really apply to the work I was doing. I then went on to complete the honours degree. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true what they say WIT is a world full of opportunities and I am so happy I got to experience so many of them.â&#x20AC;&#x153;

Denise McCarthy WD052 BA(Hons) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care

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INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD052

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 290

2014 290

Career Opportunities Graduates of the LLB Bachelor of Laws may find work in the following areas: t 4PMJDJUPS t #BSSJTUFS t -FDUVSJOH t +PVSOBMJTN t #SPBEDBTUJOH t 8SJUJOH t 1PMJUJDT t #VTJOFTT t "O (BSEB 4Â˝PDIÂ˛OB t *OTVSBODF t Banking Follow on Study As well as the wide career choice available the graduate will be well placed to pursue further legal study including seeking entrance to and completing the professional courses offered at Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inns and the Law Society of Ireland.

Special Feature of the Course In addition to the study of the core law pathway, it is possible for students to develop a specialist legal knowledge within their course through the study of chosen law option modules.

YEAR THREE

Completion of the course will also enable students to undertake taught Masters programmes or Masters degrees by Research at WIT or other third-level Colleges.

INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD140

STUDENT VIEW

Nolan, Farrell and Goff Merit Prize Students on this programme are eligible for the Nolan, Farrell and Goff Merit Prize. This prize is awarded annually to the student achieving the highest result in Property Law on either the BA in Legal Studies or the LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons).

SEMESTER 1

This course is accredited by the Board of the Honorable Society of Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inns.

COURSE OUTLINE Critical & Creative Thinking Information Technology Applications Foundations of Irish Law Contract Law 1 Law of Tort 1 Elective

SEMESTER 2

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OC3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the LLB Bachelor of Laws Course? The LLB Bachelor of Laws is a three year course of study. It is designed to provide a broad education that equips students with general knowledge, general transferable skills, legal knowledge and legal skills that can be applied in a range of sectors.

Introduction to Research Irish Legal System Contract Law 2 Law of Tort 2 Legal Research Elective

SEMESTER 3

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LAWS (HONS)

Criminal Law 1 Constitutional Law 1 Land Law 1 European Union Law 1 Labour Law 1 Elective

SEMESTER 4

COURSE ENTRY

LLB BACHELOR OF

Criminal Law 2 Constitutional Law 2 Land Law 2 European Union Law 2 Labour Law 2 Elective

SEMESTER 5

DURATION: 3 YEARS

Company Law 1 Equity and Trusts 1 Jurisprudence 1 Criminal Evidence Elective Elective

SEMESTER 6

WD140

YEAR ONE

LEVEL:

YEAR TWO

CODE:

Company Law 2 Equity and Trusts 2 Jurisprudence 2 Civil Evidence Administrative Law Elective Electives are chosen from a selection of Law modules offered at the discretion of WIT

â&#x20AC;&#x153; I chose the LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons) course as I wanted to enter the legal profession and the programme was accredited and affiliated with both the Kings Inn (Barrister) and Blackhall Place (Solicitor) examinations. I found the course to be CPUI JOUFSFTUJOH BOE FYUSFNFMZ VTFGVM OPU KVTU GPS those entering the legal profession, but for those students considering other careers such as: politics, KPVSOBMJTN JOTVSBODF BOE CBOLJOH * GPVOE UIF environment at WIT to be very friendly and the law lecturers were very approachable and were clearly dedicated to their students.â&#x20AC;?

Brendan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor WD140 LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons)

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

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CODE:

LEVEL:

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

WD150

CRIMINAL JUSTICE STUDIES

DURATION: 3 YEARS

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Introduction to Management Introduction to Research Introduction to Employment Law Irish Legal System Aspects of Family Law The Sociology of Contemporary Ireland

SEMESTER 3

Foundations of Ethics: Philosophical & Theological Criminology 1 Irish Fundamental Rights Incarceration & the Law Victimology Elective

SEMESTER 4

Social Ethics Criminology 2 Human Rights Law Legal Research Policing & the Police Elective

SEMESTER 5

YEAR THREE

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study Taught Masters programmes or Masters degrees by Research at WIT or other third-level Colleges.

Introduction to Sociological Problems Introduction to Psychology Critical & Creative Thinking Irish State & EU Structures Foundations of Irish Law Introduction to Criminal Law

Applied Criminal Law 1 Ethnicity & Criminal Justice Organisational Psychology Introduction to Personal & Professional Development Theory of Criminal Evidence Elective

SEMESTER 6

Special Features of the Course While this course is both inter-disciplinary and multidisciplinary in order to help students develop general academic skills, it is designed with those in mind who XPVME MJLF UP FOUFS UIF DSJNJOBM KVTUJDF QSPGFTTJPOT and seeks to cater for their specific educational requirements.

YEAR ONE

Career Opportunities would include t The Probation Service t The Security Industry t The Civil Service t An Garda SĂochĂĄna t The Prison Service t Research t Journalism t Non-Governmental Organisations

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR TWO

What is the BA (Hons) in Criminal Justice Studies? The BA (Hons) in Criminal Justice Studies is a three year degree course designed to equip the student with general knowledge and transferable skills while GPDVTJOH PO UIF CSPBE UIFNF PG DSJNJOBM KVTUJDF *U JT B multi-disciplinary course.

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 290

Applied Criminal Law 2 Practical Management Applied Criminal Evidence Applied Forensics Elective Elective Electives are chosen from a selection of Law modules offered at the discretion of WIT

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The best thing about this course here at WIT is the wide SBOHF PG TVCKFDUT DPWFSFE /FWFS B EVMM NPNFOU 8F learned everything from the effects of sleep deprivation on the mind to how to get away with murder, quite MJUFSBMMZ *O PVS GJSTU TFNFTUFS XF IBE UP DPNQMFUF an assignment on a murder trial with an intriguing outcome. This course has been a massive eye-opener, everyone is so busy caught up in their own lives, people rarely take time to stop and think; why do we go to Church? How do you measure intelligence? Who is accountable for ensuring child protection and why do so many slip through the cracks? Why canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we initiate our own referendums? This course allows you to explore all these avenues and the lecturers are extremely helpful to us during the process.

INFORMATION: Sinead Heffernan WD150 BA (Hons) in Criminal Justice Studies

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Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD150

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LEVEL:

HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ARTS IN

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 205

2014 200

Why the Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies course may suit your needs? This is a two year course that provides students with a foundational knowledge of a broad range of legal TVCKFDUT BOE WBSJPVT MFHBM BOE CVTJOFTT SFMBUFE TLJMMT that can be utilised in a wide range of employment settings. The course may also suit students who do not have a specific career in mind because whatever career or educational path a student may ultimately pursue, law is relevant to all careers and industries. Career Opportunities t Solicitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; or other business offices t An Garda SĂochĂĄna t Civil Service t Banks & Building Societies t Insurance Companies and other regulated industries

YEAR TWO

LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study BA in Legal Studies - WD073 BA in Legal Studies in International Trade - WD033

INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD013

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COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 1

Why Study Law? The study of law provides students with an education that is relevant to a wide range of employment opportunities because law regulates all aspects of life. -FHBM TUVEJFT BSF OPU KVTU GPS TUVEFOUT XIP XBOU UP become solicitors or barristers.

Communications 1 Computer & Office Skills 1 Exploring the Irish Legal System 1 Contract & Labour Law 1 Introduction to Crime Aspects of Company & Commercial Law 1

SEMESTER 2

COURSE ENTRY

Communications 2 Computer & Office Skills 2 Exploring the Irish Legal System 2 Contract & Labour Law 2 Introduction to Tort Aspects of Company & Commercial Law 2

SEMESTER 3

LEGAL STUDIES

Litigation Legal Accounts 1 Applied Communications 1 Conveyancing Introduction to Land Law & Equity 1 Family Law 1

SEMESTER 4

WD013 DURATION: 2 YEARS

YEAR ONE

CODE:

Litigation and Evidence Legal Accounts 2 Applied Communications 2 Conveyancing and Planning Introduction to Land Law & Equity 2 Family Law 2

i)BWJOH KVTU DPNQMFUFE UIF IJHIFS DFSUJGJDBUF JO MFHBM studies, my eyes have been opened to how fascinating and challenging the law can be. I have learned that law is a controversial and dynamic field of study as it is steeped in current affairs and affects all areas of our everyday lives. The course offers a diverse SBOHF PG TVCKFDUT UIBU IBWF HJWFO NF NBOZ DBSFFS options. Not only has the course given me a broad knowledge of the law but I have also acquired office and communication skills that will be beneficial in any career. I now have the opportunity to pursue both an ordinary degree in legal studies and an honours degree in law with business which should give me good employment opportunities abroad. The excellent facilities, supportive teaching staff and extensive choice of clubs and societies have made my experience at WIT fulfilling and worthwhile.â&#x20AC;?

Sinead Hogan WD013 Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies.

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CODE:

WD033

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN

Career Opportunities Graduates may find employment as operations and administration staff in: t Shipping companies t Freight forwarding t Insurance companies t Banks t Transport operator

ADD-ON COURSE

SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER 1

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR ONE

Special features There are guest speakers from the industry and port visits.

DURATION: 1 YEAR

LEGAL STUDIES IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE What is the BA in Legal Studies in International trade course? This is a one year add-on course following on from a Higher Certificate in Legal or Business Studies or an equivalent minimum qualification. It is designed for those seeking to work in areas related to international trade, namely, export/import administration, marketing and financing, international carriage and insurance of goods.

LEVEL:

Customs Law Law of International Trade 1 Private International Law 1 EU Constitutional Law International Trade Finance 1 Global Marketing Competition Law Law of International Trade 2 Private International Law 2 EU Commerical Law International Trade Finance 2 International Trade Logistics

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Entry to this course will be open to students who hold a Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies or a Higher Certificate in Business Studies, TVCKFDU UP BWBJMBCJMJUZ PG QMBDFT Candidates with an equivalent qualification (for example a university degree in law or commerce) are also invited to apply for the course. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business - WD053

â&#x20AC;&#x153; I am working with Intel Corporation in Amsterdam. My first position was as a Buyer for the CPU boxing warehouse. I then moved on to be a Planner for the boxing warehouse, which entailed subcon management; engaging with geographical business organisations; sales and marketing organisations; capacity management and many other aspects of planning. $VSSFOUMZ * BN XPSLJOH BT B #VTJOFTT 4ZTUFNT "OBMZTU XIJDI JOWPMWFT B MPU PG QSPKFDU XPSL * BN UIF 0QFSBUJPOT -FBE PO B QSPKFDU UFBN XIJDI JT JNQMFNFOUJOH B OFX 4"1 4IPQGMPPS $POUSPM TZTUFN BOE * BN USBJOJOH UP CFDPNF B 1SPKFDU .BOBHFS The coaching I received on giving presentations in WIT has aided my development within Intel. I would also like to thank the lecturers I had during my studies at WIT. Without their patience and extreme dedication I would not be where I am now.â&#x20AC;&#x153;

Elaine Griffin WD033 BA in Legal Studies in International Trade

INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD033

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DURATION: 1 YEAR

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Entry to this course will be restricted to students who hold a Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal 4UVEJFT TVCKFDU UP BWBJMBCJMJUZ of places) and candidates with equivalent qualification. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN

LEGAL STUDIES What is the BA in Legal Studies? This is a one year add-on course for students who wish to seek employment in areas where law plays a prominent role. Students can also proceed to honours degree level studies having attained the required standards in the degree examinations. Career Opportunities Graduates of the BA in Legal Studies have found work in the following areas: t Solicitors’ Practices t Legal Department of Business Organisations t Auctioneers t Property Management Sector

COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 1

WD073

SEMESTER 2

LEVEL:

YEAR ONE

CODE:

Law of Property 1 Equity and Law of Trusts 1 Tort Law 1 Constitutional Law 1 Succession Law 1 Criminal Law Law of Property 2 Equity & Law of Trusts 2 Tort Law 2 Constitutional Law 2 Succession Law 2 Criminal Law & Procedure

Follow on Study BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business - WD053

STUDENT VIEW

INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD073

“The BA in Legal Studies degree is a broad degree of pure law modules, it has really opened my eyes into the world of the legal profession. I feel that I have begun to develop my own opinion and recommendations relating to Irish legislation. There are aspects of the Irish Constitution which need to be changed and my studies have helped me to interpret what changes need to made. While the course work can be challenging at times, the lecturers provide helpful advice to assist us, in order to achieve the best grades and the best way to approach exams and tackle difficult questions. 0WFSBMM * IBWF UIPSPVHIMZ FOKPZFE NZ MBTU ZFBST JO WIT and I look forward to my final year of study in the BA (Hons) degree in Legal with Business Studies. The friendly atmosphere that lingers around the college is infectious and the staff and students are easily BQQSPBDIBCMF w

Marian Flavin WD073 BA in Legal Studies

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LEGAL STUDIES WITH BUSINESS

Career Opportunities Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business have found work in the following areas: t Legal Sector t Commercial Sector t Financial Sector t Teaching in secondary schools after gaining a recognised Higher Diploma in Education t Insurance Sector

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

CHOOSE 4

This course is accredited by the Board of the Honourable Society of Kings Inns for students holding both the Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies and the BA in Legal Studies.

YEAR ONE

Special Feature of the Programme The interdisciplinary nature of this course caters for students who are considering entering the employment market and who are attracted not only to the possibility of a career in the legal sector but also to a career in the business sector. The mix of law and business modules offered on this programme expands the range of careers that are available to graduates once they have completed the course.

CHOOSE 3

COURSE OUTLINE

What is the BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business course? The BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business is a one year add-on degree course which follows on from the BA in Legal Studies in International Trade, the BA in Legal Studies or equivalent.

Contract Law 1 Company Law 1 Insurance Law Financial Accounting 1 (E) Financial Management 1 (E) Human Resource Management (E) Foundations of Business Strategy (E) European Union Law 1 (E) Financial Services Law 1 (E) Jurisprudence 1 (E) Contract Law 2 Company Law 2 Financial Management 2 (E) Financial Accounting 2 (E) Organisational Studies (E) European Union Law 2 (E) Financial Services Law 2 (E) Administrative Law (E) Jurisprudence 2 (E) Arbitration Law (E) Business Strategy (E)

CODE:

LEVEL:

WD053

DURATION: 1 YEAR

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Entry to the honours degree course will be open to students who hold one of the following: t BA in Legal Studies (International Trade) t BA in Legal Studies or equivalent qualification t 4VCKFDU UP BWBJMBCJMJUZ PG places TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Students who have completed the BA in Legal Studies in International Trade cannot elect EU Law. Students who have completed the BA in Legal studies must elect EU Law. The elective group of Administrative Law & Jurisprudence are only available at the discretion of the Head of Department.

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study Taught Masters programmes or Masters degrees by Research at WIT or other third-level Colleges, or the Higher Diploma in Education.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I began my studies with the higher certificate in legal studies at level 6, I then completed an ordinary degree in legal studies and International trade, then I progressed to the level 8 Law and business degree. Over my four years I have studied a variety of modules and encountered a diversity of lecturers who encouraged me every step of the way, their patience help, guidance and willingness to help you is next to none, you would not receive this anywhere else. I would not have graduated with first class honours had it not been for them, I will always remember their help and I am so thankful to all of them. As a sufferer of dyslexia the help and support I received from the Student Life and Learning office was excellent. The staff in this department went above and beyond to assist me whenever I needed help or assistance.â&#x20AC;?

Lynette Upton WD053 BA (Hons) in Legal Studies with Business

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INFORMATION: Email: appliedarts@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD053

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

LEVEL:

WD091

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

DURATION: 4 YEARS

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

COURSE ENTRY

What is the BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management course? The term Hospitality Management is most commonly associated with Hotels but also includes careers in entertainment venues, restaurants, bars and casual-dining, event management and contract catering.

Special Features of the Course: Hospitality Placement During the first semester of year 3, students are required to complete a placement organised by the college in a hospitality organisation in Ireland or abroad. Students are actively involved in the decision making process in order that their choice of work experience is appropriate to their career aspirations and interests. This work experience allows students to gain real experience of working in a hospitality business. Past companies who have been involved in the placements include: Four Seasons, Hilton, Westin, Mount Juliet Conrad, Park Hotel Kenmare, Jurys-Doyle, Tower Hotel Group and many more. Note: Students on this course will be required to provide their own uniforms and equipment for practical classes; the estimated cost is E275.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Vicki Kenny Email: vkenny@wit.ie or hospitality@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD091

i* HSFBUMZ FOKPZFE NZ GPVS ZFBST PG TUVEZJOH UPXBSET B #" (Hons) in Hospitality Management in Waterford Institute PG 5FDIOPMPHZ 5IF TVCKFDUT DPWFSFE JO UIJT DPVSTF BMMPX students to experience a variety of different modules varying from practical classes to theory based classes. The field trips that my class mates and I went on helped us expand our knowledge and gain an insight into realistic business practices. This course offers students the opportunity to work as individuals and as teams in various different modules that aim to give students the most relevant and up to date information available.â&#x20AC;?

Daryl Daniels WD091 BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

SEMESTER 1

YEAR ONE

SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Follow on Study Students of this course have progressed to complete further postgraduate study and research in the areas of Hospitality, Tourism, and Business Management.

SEMESTER 4

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Communication for Research Beverage Studies Language (French, German, Spanish, Italian) Introduction to Marketing Business Law Introduction to Management Accounting Hospitality Marketing Conference & Event Management Hospitality Law Language (French, German, Spanish, Italian) Enterprise Oenology (Wine Studies)

SEM.5

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

Hospitality Industrial Placement

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED ENTRY

Career Opportunities t Operations Management t Licensed Premises Manager t Hospitality Human Resources Manager t Hospitality Sales & Marketing Managers t Catering Managers / Restaurant Operators t Conference and Event Coordinators t Entertainments Management, Bars, Nightclubs, Venues, Casual Dining

Research Methods & Statistics Revenue Management Language (French, German, Spanish, Italian) International Hospitality & Tourism Seminar Series HRMB Services Marketing

SEMESTER 7

2014 275

Front Office and Accommodation Operations Applied Communications and IT Language (French, German, Spanish, Italian) Hospitality Financial Accounting Management Studies Advanced Food and Beverage Service

Applied Research Strategic Hospitality Finance Strategic Management Language (French, German, Spanish, Italian) Human Resource Development & Employee Relations Web sites & E-Business for the Hospitality & Tourism Industry

SEMESTER 8

2013 265

Language (French, German, Spanish, Italian) Basic Financial Accounting Introduction to Management Food & Beverage Service Introduction to Hospitality Service Operations Applied Communications and IT

E-Commerce and Web Authoring Advanced Services Management Strategic Case Analysis Language (French, German, Spanish, Italian) Dissertation Facilities Asset Management (E) Strategic HRM (E)

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YEAR: Min points:

YEAR TWO

This four year course is designed to equip graduates with a broad range of business skills combined with a thorough knowledge of the hospitality environment.

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

YEAR THREE

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

YEAR FOUR

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Personal Development & Career Planning Food & Beverage Operations 1.2 Food Production Facilities Operations Communications & Customer Care Elective

SEMESTER 3

YEAR TWO

Learning to Learn Food & Beverage Operations 1.1 Food & Beverage Cost Control Accommodation Operations Information Technology Elective

Advanced Food & Beverage 2.1 Front Office Operations 2.1 Human Resource Management & Training Tourism Studies Introduction to Hospitality Accounting Elective

SEMESTER 4

YEAR ONE

COURSE OUTLINE

Unique Features of the course Students complete a placement organised by the Institute, and tailored to suit their learning needs. WIT has world class facilities which allow students to learn practical and applied skills in specially designed service restaurants, demonstration theatres, teaching kitchens and language laboratories. Career Opportunities Students are provided with a qualification recognised worldwide. They will have a strong foundation in the PQFSBUJPOBM TLJMMT BOE KVOJPS NBOBHFNFOU UFDIOJRVFT which are essential for supervisory positions in the hospitality sector. This qualification offers huge international opportunities.

LEVEL:

WD173

DURATION: 2 YEARS

HOSPITALITY STUDIES What is the Higher Certificate in Arts - Hospitality Studies? This two year full-time course qualifies students for multi-skilled hospitality employment at a professional level. Training covers both theory and practice, including a period of work placement in the hospitality industry at the end of year one. This course is QBSUJDVMBSMZ BUUSBDUJWF GPS UIPTF XIP FOKPZ WBSJFUZ BOE are looking for all-round experience. Many graduates go on to specialise in a particular area in the hospitality industry, including management.

CODE:

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 205

2014 200

Hospitality Financial Accounting Advanced Food & Beverage 2.2 Front Office Operations 2.2 Introduction to Management Marketing Principles Elective

Notes: t FĂĄilte Ireland currently pay the registration fee on this course for successful applicants t Students on this course will be required to provide their own uniforms and equipment for practical classes; estimated cost â&#x201A;Ź275

i* IBWF SFBMMZ FOKPZFE UIF DPVSTF BT B XIPMF BOE UIF TVCKFDUT JU FOUBJMT $PNJOH UP 8BUFSGPSE GSPN ,JMLFOOZ has been a positive experience. The transition of moving from secondary school to third level education in Waterford Institute of Technology has given me a great sense of independence. The lecturers are good to help you out, they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t baby you but they do try to help if they can with any advice. I have made friends that I hope to keep for life, and the class has had some fun nights out. There are QMFOUZ PG DMVCT BOE TPDJFUJFT BWBJMBCMF UP KPJO CVU the cherry on top has been the work placement. I got paid summer work placement in the Four Star Radisson Blu Hotel and Spa, Galway City. It has opened my eyes up to the world of hospitality and has taught me a lot over the last few months.â&#x20AC;?

Siobhan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Grady WD173 Higher Certificate in Arts in Hospitality Studies

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STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management - WD091

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Anne Grace Tubritt Email: agrace@wit.ie Tel: 051 302846 Web: www.wit.ie/WD173

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STUDENT VIEW

Special Feature: Hospitality Placement Students undertake a Professional Practice module in Year Two in preparation for a period of tourism placement during the summer between years two and three. This experience will provide the learner with the opportunity to apply theory to a practical context and help the student to finalise future career plans. The placement can be taken in Ireland or internationally.

SEMESTER 1

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

SEMESTER 2

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

SEMESTER 3

ADVANCED ENTRY

CHOOSE 1

2014 317

Business Law Market Research Theory Language Intercultural Studies Consumer Behaviour Information Technology and Travel (E) Conference & Event Management (E) Geography & Environment (E) Research Methods & Statistics Introduction to Management Accounting Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Tourism Language Integrated Marketing Communication Revenue Management (E) Tourism Destinations (E) Heritage & Cultural Studies (E)

SEMESTER 4

2013 283

The Strategic Marketing Mix Organisation Behaviour Applied Communication and Information Technology Language Tourism Studies Introduction to Economics of Tourism

CHOOSE 1

YEAR: Min points:

Careers in Tourism Successful graduates of this course are likely to find employment in marketing or management positions in the following areas: t Visitor facilities, attractions and heritage centres t Public and non-profit making organisations including government organisations, Regional Tourist Authorities, community groups and tourism co-operatives t Inbound and outbound tour operations t Transport industry t )PTQJUBMJUZ JOEVTUSZ BOE JO UIF NBKPS HSPVQ marketing agencies for the hospitality industry t Travel agency sector t Self-employment in small and medium tourism enterprises

The Tourism System Language Introduction to Communications and Information Technology Foundations of Marketing Basic Financial Accounting Introduction to Management

SEMESTER 5

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COURSE OUTLINE

CHOOSE 1

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the BA (Hons) in Tourism Marketing course? The three year BA (Hons) in Tourism Marketing is designed to provide learners with the theoretical and practical skills necessary for a successful career in a number of sectors within the wider travel and tourism industry. The structure of the course and the modules undertaken at each year are designed to develop necessary managerial and marketing abilities.

SEMESTER 6

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TOURISM MARKETING

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COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

YEAR ONE

DURATION: 3 YEARS

YEAR TWO

WD148

YEAR THREE

CODE:

International Marketing Dissertation Services Marketing The Impacts of Tourism Professional Practice Travel & Tour Operations (E) Language (E) Heritage Interpretation (E) Event & Festival Marketing (E) Web Sites & E-Business (E) Sustainable Tourism Global Strategic Marketing Tourism Branding Dissertation E-Commerce & Web Authoring Advertising Management (E) Language (E) Cultural Tourism in Europe (E) Facilities Asset Management (E) E = elective module

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Angelo Hurley BSc, MSc Email: ahurley@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD148

â&#x20AC;&#x153;WIT offers amazing facilities for its students to work in a friendly and relaxed environment. Everything is taught in a way that it can be applied to the working world very easily, this is achieved through lots of group work and continual assessments. In my own course I get to take a work placement with a Tourism company of my choice for an entire summer which I am really looking forward to. College is all about a balance of work and having a social life too.â&#x20AC;?

Not all electives may run and depends on student demand

Dann Hurley WD148 BA (Hons) in Tourism Marketing

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CODE:

LEVEL:

WD174

DURATION: 2 YEARS

TOURISM What is the Higher Certificate in Business in Tourism? This course is two years full-time and will provide students with the core abilities to succeed in a variety of positions within the tourism and travel industry.

Follow on Study BA (Hons) in Tourism Marketing - WD148

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 3

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SEMESTER 2

YEAR ONE SEMESTER 4

Special Features of the Course An integral feature of this course is a period of work placement during the summer between year one and two. In year two you will also have the opportunity UP TQFDJBMJTF JO UXP TVCKFDUT (VJEJOH PS 5SBWFM 5SBEF Operations.

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Career Opportunities Graduates of the Higher Certificate in Business in Tourism with suitable post-qualification experience may reasonably expect to work as: t Travel Advisers and Agents t Ground Crew and Reservations Personnel in the aviation industry t Tourist Information Officers t Tour Representatives t Guides in Visitor Attractions t Customer Relations and Administrative Personnel in a variety of tourism-related organisations

YEAR TWO

5IF TVCKFDU PG UPVSJTN JT DPODFSOFE XJUI UIF movement of people, usually for leisure or business but increasingly for education, health or other purposes and how people and resources interact as the travel process takes place. It is also concerned with the impact tourism has on communities and in the management of that industry in order to maximise positive benefits.

COURSE OUTLINE Learning to Learn Information Technology Introduction to Tourism Customer Management Irish History & Heritage French & Culture 1.1 (E) German & Culture 1.1 (E) Spanish A1 (E) Communications & Customer Care Irish Culture (A Tourism Resource) World Tourism Desinations Visitor Information & Tourism Product Knowledge Professional Development & Career Planning French & Culture 1.2 (E) German & Culture 1.2 (E) Spanish A2 (E)

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 210

2014 200

Guiding 1 Principles of Marketing 1 Introduction to Accounting Tourism Studies Travel Trade 1 French & Culture 2.1 (E) German & Culture 2.1 (E) Spanish B1.1(E) Introduction to Management (E) Guiding 2 Introduction to Management Principles of Marketing 2 Financial Accounting Sustainable Tourism French & Culture 2.2 (E) German & Culture 2.2 (E) Spanish B1.2 (E) Travel Trade 2 (E)

STUDENT VIEW

E = elective module Not all electives may run and depends on student demand

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The lectures were great and I found them to be very interesting. One thing that really stood out to me was how helpful and friendly the lecturers and other staff were. If there was something you were unsure of you would never hesitate to ask. In my first year of college I had to go on work placement in a sector of the Tourism Industry so I chose Strand Travel, a travel agency here JO 8BUFSGPSE * MPWFE XPSLJOH UIFSF BOE XBT PGGFSFE B KPC UIFSF afterwards. As part of the course we also went on many field trips which gave us an insight into the types of roles involved in the industry and how it all works. Also, in first year I recorded a radio ad for the WIT marketing office, to promote the college at Beat 102 103. It was a great experience and the college is always looking for students to help out with this kind of thing. Now I actually work for Beat 102 103 and am loving it. Being at WIT has given me so many opportunities and so much confidence. If you are interested in studying Tourism, WIT is the perfect place for you. There will be many opportunities to further your career, meet new people and develop yourself.â&#x20AC;?

Joanne Tubbritt WD174 Higher Certificate in Business in Tourism

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Olivia Freyne Email: ofreyne@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD174

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

Interdisciplinary study Interdisciplinary study of social, human and culinary sciences and will encourage students to think about the future of gastronomy, encouraging them to explore the connection between environmental consciousness and creativity, politics and food production, the media and culinary arts, amongst other things. Opportunities The interdisciplinary nature of study equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to establish a career path in the culinary sector and increased flexibility to work in varied employable sectors such as: t management positions within the hospitality sector, such as specialist chef, chef de partie and sous chef t marketing and promotion t entrepreneurship in creative food technology and development industries t food product innovation centres t artisan food production units t food promotion t education and training; t event catering and food and beverage retail management t in the domain of food styling t GPPE BOE SFMBUFE KPVSOBMJTN

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Lorain Walsh Email: lswalsh@wit.ie Tel: 051 302717 Web: www.wit.ie/WD194

Follow on Study Students who have reached the appropriate honours standard may have access to a range of Masters Degrees in WIT and elsewhere.

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

SEMESTER 1

CHOOSE 1 CHOOSE 1

SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

International and Industrial Experience Central to the degree is a year combining industrial and international experience. During the first semester of year 3 students have the opportunity to take a semester of international study, followed by an internship in industry in semester 6. This will offer culinary students first-hand experience of international standards and best practice in culinary operations.

CHOOSE 1

Students, who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

SEMESTER 4

ADVANCED ENTRY

Development of Culinary Skills Development of Modern International Gastronomy Nutrition & Scientific Principles Information & Communication Technology for Culinary Arts Organisational Behaviour (E) Language (E)

CHOOSE 1

NEW IN 2014

The curriculum has been designed to bring students into the worlds of interdisciplinary learning, research and enquiry and the emphasis is less on training and more on holistic development in order that graduates will elevate current industry practices to a new dimension both regionally and nationally. Graduates will be empowered to become self-starters with passion and entrepreneurial traits.

Fundamentals of Culinary Skills Introduction to Gastronomy Food Safety & Technology Critical & Creative Thinking Introduction to Business Management (E) Language (E)

Advanced Culinary Skills Oenology Food Analysis Financial Accounting Marketing for Culinary Business Enterprises (E) Entrepreneurship (E) Language (E) Culinary Operations Food, Energy and Sustainable Practices in Culinary Arts Food Microbiology Costing and Budgeting for Culinary Arts Research Methodology (E) Language (E)

SEM 5

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

COURSE OUTLINE

International Study

SEM 6

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the BA (Hons) in Culinary Arts course? This is a full time, four year, level 8 programme of innovative and dynamic culinary study. It is a revisioning of traditional culinary skills training to include a number of other disciplines such as food innovation, media and visual arts, food policy, speciality food production, sustainable practices and gastronomy.

Industrial Placement

SEMESTER 7

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CULINARY ARTS (NEW)

SEMESTER 8

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

YEAR ONE

DURATION: 4 YEARS

YEAR TWO

WD194

YEAR THREE

LEVEL:

YEAR FOUR

CODE:

Contemporary Food Policies Advanced Culinary Applications: Classical & Contemporary Cuisine (E) or Advanced Culinary Applications: Pastry & Confectionary 1 (E) Electives (15 Credits) Food Innovation 1 (15) or Media & Visual Arts 1: Writing About Food (5) and Artisan /Specialty Food Production (10) European Food Regulatory Affairs Specialist Culinary Applications: Specialised Kitchen &Larder (E) or Specialist Culinary Applications: Pastry & Confectionary 2 (E) Electives (15 Credits) Food Innovation 2 (15) ) or Media & Visual Arts 2: Food Imagery, Promotion & Design (5) and Artisan/ Specialty Food Production (10) E = elective module Not all electives may run and depends on student demand

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CODE:

DURATION: 2 YEARS

CULINARY ARTS SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

YEAR TWO

Culinary Skills 1.2 Culinary Operations 1.2 Pastry 1.2 Communication Work Based Learning Nutrition

SEMESTER 3

Additional Information t Registration fees and tutorial fees will be paid by FĂĄilte Ireland t Students will have to obtain chefs uniforms, culinary equipment and text books upon registering on this course - Estimated cost of uniforms - â&#x201A;Ź200 - Estimated cost of equipment - â&#x201A;Ź150 - Estimated cost of text books - â&#x201A;Ź200

Culinary Skills 1.1 Culinary Operations 1.1 Pastry 1.1 Food Safety & Culinary Science Learning to Learn Information Technology

Culinary Skills 2.1 Global Cuisine Pastry 2.1 Essentials of Business 2.1 Gastronomy Restaurant Service

SEMESTER 4

YEAR ONE

COURSE OUTLINE

Training covers theory and practice in professional cookery. Worked based learning takes place during the summer months in catering establishments throughout the country. Benefits to be gained form this course t Be qualified to work in various catering establishments i.e., resturants/hotels/gastro bars/ cruise ships/contract catering/factory catering/food development t Travel abroad as the qualification is recognised worldwide

WD172

HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ARTS IN What is Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts course? This course is delivered over two years full-time. This is the course to train and develop you for the role of professional chef in the world of tourism and hospitality. As a chef you need to be creative with food, aware of cost and food safety in the kitchen environment. On completing this course you will have the foundation and knowledge to further your career in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fast growing industry.

LEVEL:

Culinary Skills 2.2 Buffet Presentation Pastry 2.2 Classical & Contemporary Essentials of Business 2.2 Applied Culinary Science

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 220

2014 220

Notes: FĂĄilte Ireland will pay the registration fee on this course for successful applicants. Follow on Study BA in Culinary Arts BA (Hons) in Culinary Arts - WD194

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Mathias McGivney Email: mmcgivney@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD172

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LEVEL:

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

What is the BA (Hons) in Music course? The course is a four year full-time degree in music, which offers the student an opportunity to specialise JO DMBTTJDBM NVTJD *SJTI USBEJUJPOBM NVTJD PS KB[[ BOE popular music. The course outline opposite shows a snapshot of modules studied over the four years.

LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: In addition to Leaving Certificate, students are required to attend for written and aural musical tests and to show a performance standard achievement with a musical instrument equivalent to grade 5 of a recognised music examining body. All applicants must attend for the written examination and aural test to be considered for a place.

Career Opportunities A degree in music is a valuable asset for access to many other careers. In particular, music graduates are sought after in professions which demand a high level of personal confidence, communication skills and expressive ability. Graduates of the course have found employment as: t Teachers t Performers t Administrators t Composers t Arrangers (in the area of music technology and other related areas) t Arts management

As this is a restricted course, applicants must apply by 1 February.

Follow on Study Many graduates continue with one of our postgraduate MA & PhD programmes, or the HDip in Education or Masters programmes in relevant areas. Graduates can also apply for a place on our taught MA in Arts & Heritage Management.

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Special Feature The course offers a balance between academic and QSBDUJDBM NVTJD TVCKFDUT

2013 305

2014 295

Critical Thinking & Writing Skills Music Technology Composition 1 Performance 1 General Musicianship 1 Keyboard Skills (E) Vocal Skills (E) Feltboard Skills (E) Improvisation (E) Irish Traditional Practical (E) Music History (E) Music Research Methodologies Music Technology 2 Composition 2 Performance 2 General Musicianship 2 Keyboard Skills Vocal Skills Feltboard Skills Improvisation Irish Traditional Practical Music History Music History There is a wide range of history options; some examples include ethnomusicology, baroque, popular music since 1950, Irish contemporary music, traditional Irish music and the Beebop era.

YEARS TWO, THREE & FOUR

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COURSE OUTLINE

SEMESTER 1

COURSE ENTRY

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MUSIC

SEMESTER 2

DURATION: 4 YEARS

CHOOSE 1

WD027

YEAR ONE

CODE:

Technical Subjects In addition students also study technical TVCKFDUT TVDI BT Music Technology Digital, Audio & Acoustics Advanced Recording Techniques Ensembles Students take part in a weekly large performance group (Jazz, Chamber Choir, Guitar, Irish Traditional and Orchestra). Major and Minor In Year 4, students can choose a NBKPS BOE B NJOPS JO UIF GPMMPXJOH TVCKFDUT Composition Dissertation Performance Advanced Music Technology Critical Music Editing Conducting E = elective module The delivery of electives will depend on the demand and resources available

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. David Rhodes Email: cpa@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD027

STUDENT VIEW

The Gypsy Jazz Ensemble pictured outside The Chapel, College Street Campus

i* HSBEVBUFE XJUI B 'JSTU $MBTT )POPVST EFHSFF JO #" )POT JO .VTJD NBKPSJOH JO QFSGPSNBODF My continuing studies at WIT are enhancing my performance and academic skills, to my highest potential. Working at the Institute and Music School has enabled me to pass my knowledge on to the young and old alike - an opportunity I find most rewardingâ&#x20AC;?.

Oonagh Drohan BA (Hons) in Music

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

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BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER 1

Art Core Studies 1 2D Media 1.1 3D Media 1.1 Creative IT Applications (Art) Art History/Critical Thinking Skills

SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4

Identity and Context Arts Management Art & its Histories 2D Media Studies (E) 3D Media Studies (E)

WD152

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 320

2014 300

Creative Multimedia 3 Art - Environment 3FTFBSDI 1SPKFDU 1SPQPTBM Critical Artistic Debates

SEM. 7

CHOOSE 1

Live Art 2 Creative Multimedia 2 Introduction to Drama Practice History of Modern and Postmodern Art

SEMESTER 6

2D Media 2 3D Media 2 Live Art 1 Creative Multimedia 1 Photography 1 History of Early Modern Art

SEMESTER 5

Art Core Studies 2 2D Media 1.2 3D Media 1.2 Research Methodologies in Art & Art History

.BKPS "SU 1SPKFDU Art History Dissertation 1SPKFDU "OBMZTJT

SEM. 8

YEAR ONE YEAR FOUR

The course is structured on the basis of a modularised four-year degree, starting with the inculcation of core skills. These are then extended through a number PG UIFNBUJD QSPKFDUT JO XIJDI QSBDUJDBM BCJMJUZ JT augmented and strengthened by the development of critical theory. Finally, each student brings his/her cumulative learning to bear on the accomplishment of B QFSTPOBM BSUJTUJD QSPKFDU

YEAR TWO

What is the BA (Hons) in Visual Art The ab initio four years Honours Degree in Visual Art at WIT has been informed by the latest developments in art theory and practice. These include, the use of inter and multi-disciplinary approaches, availing of the creative opportunities inherent in new media and the development of a comprehensive understanding of contemporary critical theory. At the same time, the course recognises the continuing significance of more traditional art forms, such as drawing and painting, and these are incorporated into the programme.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR THREE

What is Art? The concept of visual art is very broad. For example, JU DBO SFGFS UP B TLJMMGVMMZ DSBGUFE PCKFDU PS BO JOTQJSFE visual statement. What we can say is that visual art plays a crucially important role in our lives, enhancing them in various ways.

Follow on Study MA in Art by Research Taught MA in Art & Heritage Management

LEVEL:

DURATION: 4 YEARS

VISUAL ART

Career Opportunities t Professional Artists t Community Artists t Audio Visual Producers t Computer Animators t Theatre Designers t Arts Management

CODE:

.BKPS "SU 1SPKFDU E = elective module The delivery of electives will depend on the demand and resources available

STUDENT VIEW

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Portrait of sculptor Mark Maherâ&#x20AC;? as exhibited at the ÂŤĂ&#x20AC;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x152;Â&#x2C6;}Â&#x2C6;Â&#x153;Ă&#x2022;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x160;,Â&#x153;Ă&#x17E;>Â?Ă&#x160; Â&#x2C6;LiĂ&#x20AC;Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2C6;>Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160; V>`iÂ&#x201C;Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160;Â, ÂŽĂ&#x160; Ă&#x2022;LÂ?Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;Â°Ă&#x160; â&#x20AC;&#x153;To have my work hanging next to Ian Cumberlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work and in the same room as other artists I admire, like Colin Davidson and the RHA members, is an absolute honour. It inspires me to keep going and work even harder at it. My time at WIT helped me to develop the discipline to work on art every day. I enjoyed first year especially where you spend a lot of time on the basics of drawing, life drawing and colour theory. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great course for trying out different disciplines and developing and following through with concepts for projects. My graduate exhibition in WIT was a series of self-portraits portraying the seven deadly sins. WIT gave me a good foundation to start my art career.â&#x20AC;?

Deborah Reidy WD152 BA (Hons) in Visual Art

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: John Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor Email: cpa@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD152

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

COURSE LEADER: Jackie Raftery Email: cpa@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD137

David Ffrench WD137 BA (Hons) in Design (Visual Communications)

Waterford Institute of Technology HUMANITIES

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 7

YEAR FOUR

INFORMATION:

â&#x20AC;&#x153; The classes I found were very informative and the lecturers were very efficient at explaining the assignments, etc. Design is situated in the College Street campus, but I found that once you start in College Street you will love the place.â&#x20AC;?

SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 6

YEAR THREE

Follow on Study Graduates can proceed to the postgraduate Higher Diploma in Art & Design in Education and to Masters Research.

STUDENT VIEW

Design Realisation Illustration Realisation Design Reproduction Legal Aspects History Theory: Design Ireland Photography Design/Presentation (E) Creative Digital Type Output (E)

SEMESTER 5

Career Opportunities Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Design (Visual Communications) find work in the following areas: t "EWFSUJTJOH "HFODJFT t %FTJHO $POTVMUBODJFT t %JHJUBM .FEJB t 5FMFWJTJPO t 4DSFFO 8FC %FTJHO t 1VCMJD 3FMBUJPOT t .BSLFUJOH t *MMVTUSBUJPO t 1SJOUJOH %JHJUBM 0VUQVU t 1VCMJTIJOH &EJUPSJBM Design t Photo & Image Libraries Special Feature of the Course The primary learning curve is to develop strong creativity that will result in building confidence through experimentation. Other special features include legal aspects and entrepreneurial development.

CHOOSE 1

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

SEMESTER 4

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

Design Intent Illustration Intent Practical Photography Graphic Reproduction History Theory: Being Modern Creative Digital Type Skills (E) Drama Studies (E) Italian (E)

CHOOSE 1

ADVANCED ENTRY

What is the BA (Hons) in Design (Visual Communications)? This is a four year degree course, which prepares students for employment in the advertising and design arena. The course reflects academic and creative input, which is required for the dynamic nature of commercial graphic design. The degree has been designed to be innovative, consisting of studio practice, design history, marketing, legal and visual culture. The practice-based elements of the course include graphic design/typography in print and design, illustration, together with printmaking, digital media and photography.

CHOOSE 1

2014 295

CHOOSE 1

2013 300

CHOOSE 1

YEAR: Min points:

History/Theory: ABC Research Methods Lettering & Type Typography Design Introduction to Photography Creative IT Output

History Theory: Reading Design Marketing for Design .BKPS (SBQIJDT (FOFSBM &

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Graphics Minor: Branding Graphics Minor: Advertising Illustration Motion Graphics Minor: Mot Skl Photo Design/Production (E) Digital Media Skills (E) Film Analysis History Theory: Critical Design Copy & Type Motion Graphics Minor: Mot Out Graphics Minor: Persuasive Graphics Illustration Minor: Prac III Digital Media App Output (E) Photo Design/Editorial (E) (SBQIJDT .BKPS (FOFSBM &

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.BKPS 1SPKFDU History/Theory Thesis Entrepreneurial Skills Graphics Support (E) Illustration Support (E) Motion Graphics Support (E)

CHOOSE 1

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Colour & Paper for Design Drawing for Design Painting & Printmaking 3D Materials/Construction Creative IT Skills Writing & Study Skills

CHOOSE 1

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3 Art: OB3/HC3

What is Visual Communication? Visual Communication is often referred to as graphic design and it embraces symbols, type and images that appear in the commercial public domain. Graphic designers work across a wide variety of print and screen disciplines and the end result is normally a creative output in 2D format. The area has expanded rapidly with the arrival of new technology and this has expanded the problem solving design principles of traditional design practice.

CHOOSE 1

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CHOOSE 1

COURSE ENTRY

DESIGN (VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS)

SEMESTER 8

DURATION: 4 YEARS

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN

CHOOSE 3

WD137

YEAR ONE

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in Science (Common Entry) in Food Science with Business (Hons) in Food Science and Innovation in Applied Biology (Hons) in Applied Biology with Quality Management in Pharmaceutical Science (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology (Hons) in Agricultural Science (NEW) in Agriculture in Forestry in Horticulture (Kildalton College) in Horticulture (National Botanic Gardens) (Hons) in Land Management in Agriculture (Hons) in Land Management in Forestry (Hons) in Land Management in Horticulture

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DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTING, MATHEMATICS & PHYSICS Head: Pádraig Kirwan, WD028 WD161 WD168 WD151 WD068 WD155 WD131 WD153 WD165

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BSc, MSc, MA, PhD

(Hons) in Applied Computing (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security (Hons) in Entertainment Systems in Software Systems Development (Hons) in Software Systems Development in Information Technology (Hons) in Information Technology in Multimedia Applications Development (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development

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WD147

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science

WD126

LEVEL 7

BSc in Agriculture

WD076

LEVEL 7

BSc in Forestry

WD096

LEVEL 7

BSc in Horticulture (Kildalton)

WD097

BSc in Horticulture (Botanic Gardens)

LEVEL8

WD191

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Science

WD181

WD180

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology

LEVEL8

WD175

LEVEL 7

BSc in Pharmaceutical Science

BSc (Hons) in Food Science & Innovation BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Quality Mgmt

Transfer year 2

WD177

LEVEL 7

WD164

LEVEL 7

WD176

LEVEL 7

BSc in Applied Biology

LEVEL 7

WD156

LEVEL8

BSc (Hons) in Land Management (Agriculture)

WD137

LEVEL8

BSc (Hons) in Land Management (Forestry)

WD158

Transfer year 4

LEVEL 8

CAO ENTRY

BSc in Food Science with Business

BSc (Hons) in Land Management (Horticulture)

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BSc in Science (Common)*

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DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTING, MATHEMATICS & PHYSICS

WD028

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing

WD161

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security

WD168

LEVEL 8

BSc (Hons) in Entertainment Systems

WD151

LEVEL 7

BSc in Software Systems Development

WD068

LEVEL8

BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development

WD155

LEVEL 7

BSc in Information Technology

WD131

LEVEL8

BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

WD153

LEVEL 7

BSc in Multimedia Applications Development

WD165

LEVEL8

YEAR 4

BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications

POSTGRAD

TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES RESEARCH MASTERS & PhD

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YEARS 1-3

Advanced Entry: Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of our courses. See www.wit.ie/advancedentry.ie

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SCIENCE (COMMON ENTRY)

Course Modules The modules of this course offer an introduction to biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and computing. Elective modules are also offered in specialised areas such as Food Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Agricultural Science and Biotechnology. The student can get a taste of what is involved in each of these areas, before making a more informed choice as to which area they would like to specialise in for their degree. Progression Opportunities Upon completion of Year 1 of the BSc in Science, students have the choice of progressing into the second year of any of the following degree courses that run in the Chemical & Life Sciences Department at WIT.*

COURSE ENTRY

SEMESTER 1

Introductory Chemistry Introductory Biology Introductory Physics Introductory Mathematics Good Lab. Practice and Core Skills Introduction to ICT for Scientists

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YEAR ONE

SEMESTER 2 SELECT A SPECIALITY IN YEAR 2

What is the BSc in Science? The BSc in Science was designed as a common entry course for the student who has a keen interest in science, but is unsure of which area they would like to specialise in. This course gives the student a flavour of a variety of different scientific disciplines, allowing them to keep their options open when applying to study science at third level.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEARS TWO & THREE

Careers in Science One of the best reasons for studying science is the wide variety of career opportunities that the graduate has access to. A science degree is a well established platform to a surprisingly wide range of careers outside science (e.g. management, sales) as well as within science (research, teaching).

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BACHELOR OF Why Study Science? Studying science creates a well-rounded individual who has the ability to analyse and question the things around them, and has the potential to improve the quality of life through the research that they do. Studying science will broaden a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s understanding of the world around them and give them the skills needed to approach matters in a reasoned and analytical manner.

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Physical and Organic Chemistry Cell Biology and Biochemistry Physics for Scientists Mathematics for Scientists Plant Biology (E) Introduction to Food Science (E) Introduction to Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Science (E) Science & Society (E)

BSc in Food Science with Business WD164 (see page 86) BSc in Applied Biology - WD176 (see page 88)

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2013 355

2014 360

BSc in Pharmaceutical Science WD175 (see page 90) BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology - WD180 (see page 92) BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Science WD191 (see page 93)

More information on each of the above courses can be found in the subsequent pages of this prospectus.

WD164 WD176

BSc in Applied Biology

WD180 WD175

BSc in Food Science with Business

WD191

Science Common Entry WD177

* Programme choice is subject to availability of places.

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BSc in Pharmaceutial Science BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Science

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RECOMMENDATION Applicants should note that B TDJFODF TVCKTFDU BU -FBWJOH Certificate is recommended for this programme.

Industrial Placement A twelve week industrial placement in the food industry is organised in the third year of the course. This is supported by our food industry partners and is seen as critical to the overall learning experience and development of the students. Kildalton Agriculture College The first year of the course involves a module delivered in Kildalton Agricultural College. Students are exposed to primary food production methods and a good understanding of quality food production on the farm. Career Opportunities Recent studies have highlighted the need for a proper interface between third level colleges and the food industry that would enhance graduate employment prospects. It is envisaged that graduates would enter such areas as production, processing, quality assurance, food analysis and product development as supervisor / manager. Follow on Study BSc (Hons) in Food Science & Innovation - WD181

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2014 265

SEMESTER 2

2013 255

Cell Biology and Biochemistry Physical and Organic Chemistry Physics for Scientists Mathematics for Scientists (E) Primary Food Production (E) Introduction to Food Science (E)

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YEAR: Min points:

Introductory Biology Introductory Chemistry Introductory Physics Introductory Mathematics Introduction to ICT for Scientists Good Lab Practice & Core Skills

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS

COURSE OUTLINE

Food Analysis Microbiology 1 Nutrition Laboratory Data Analysis & Presentation Accounting for Food Scientists Statistics for Scientists

SEMESTER 4

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the BSc in Food Science with Business? 5IJT EFHSFF DPVSTF XBT EFTJHOFE JO DPOKVODUJPO with food industry professionals to meet demand for suitably qualified graduates. The main aim of the course is to develop a graduate with the knowledge and skills to competently work in the various sectors of the industry i.e. meat, dairy, grain, bread, sugar and drinks. The course will equip graduates with expertise in food safety management, modern food processing methods, regulatory affairs, epidemiology and food business. Personal & professional development is a key feature of the course.

Food Microbiology Food Process Technology Food Regulatory Affairs Environmental Science Bioanalytical Methods for the Food Industry Food Biotechnology (E) Food Marketing (E)

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FOOD SCIENCE WITH BUSINESS

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Placement

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DURATION: 3 YEARS

YEAR ONE

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YEAR THREE

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Introduction to Quality Management Food Safety Management Systems The Professional Individual Food Business Epidemiology and Public Health Introduction to Research Methods E = elective module

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Eleanor Kent Email: ekent@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD164

BSc in Food Science Students together with industrial partners and lecturing staff from WIT, at the presentation of student experiences while on work placement.

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FOOD SCIENCE & INNOVATION

Unique Features of this Course t The modules in this course bring together science, business, enterprise and the culinary arts responding to the needs of the food industry. It also includes real industrial type tasks such as market research, business plan development, product innovation and manufacture, sensory analysis and show casing of new products. t The sector faces a challenging environment to maintain competitiveness in export markets. Energy costs, currency costs, consumer demand, labour costs and regulatory issues all have an effect on competitiveness. These issues will be addressed by the skills and knowledge acquired by graduates to take up the challenges that lie ahead for the Irish food industry. t This one year add-on Honours degree responds to the current needs of industry in an innovative and imaginative way. The graduates from this course will have the necessary skills based on science, business and enterprise to face these challenges. Career Opportunities Our industry stakeholders have had a very active role in developing this course. Each company agreed that it was important that the students need to develop more skills that will benefit themselves, their employability and in turn the sector as a whole. This is achieved by offering the BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Innovation. Industrial partners to date include, the Dawn Group,(Dawn Meats, Dawn Pork and Bacon, Convenience Foods, Glenpatrick Spring Water), Glanbia, Diageo, Dunhill Cuisine, Flahavans, Iverk Fruit and Vegetable, Paganini Foods and Wexford Creameries.

SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR ONE

What is the BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Innovation course? The rationale for this honours degree is based on an analysis of the importance of the Food and Drinks industry in Ireland. To support the development of the course extensive consultation was carried out with industry stakeholders. In order to offer a course with a unique and innovative approach, cross departmental DP PQFSBUJPO IBT CFFO B NBKPS GFBUVSF JO JUT development.

Advanced Applications of Microbiology Food Process Technology 2 Business Management Food Innovation 1 Food Shelf Life Control Advanced Quality Methodologies Environment-Energy Development Food Innovation 2

Follow on Study Graduates from this course have the opportunity to progress to postgraduate study at both masters and PhD level.

DURATION: 1 YEAR

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: You are eligible to apply for this course if you have completed or are completing a BSc (Level 7) degree in Food Science with Business or other relevant ordinary degree (Level 7) from another college provided you meet the minimum requirements to apply. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

The Food Industry in Ireland â&#x20AC;&#x153;The food and drink industry is Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important indigenous sector. With a gross output of over â&#x201A;Ź18 billion and total employment linked to the sector at 230,000, it is a vital part of Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic and social framework. Innovation and development within the sector is driven largely by consumer trends and preferences. Consumers are at the heart of everything that the food and drink industry does and it is continuously adapting to better serve their wants and needs.â&#x20AC;? (Paul Kelly, Director, Food and Drink Industry Ireland).

STUDENT VIEW

â&#x20AC;&#x153; Food Science with Business provided the perfect stepping stone to the level 8 programme. Lecturers provided help on a one to one basis which gives the student a more in-depth understanding of the course material. Each module was tied together perfectly with knowledge from one module being applicable in another module. The skills which were obtained in Food Science & Innovation gave me the confidence to apply for an internship as assistant winemaker in the US. Studying at the Moorepark Research Centre was really beneficial and gave a flavour of the cutting edge research in food process technology and research.â&#x20AC;?

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David Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Keeffe WD181 BSc (Hons) in Food Science & Innovation, with his product â&#x20AC;&#x153;MirrorPastillesâ&#x20AC;?, a confectionery pastille containing active ingredients which contribute to health.

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2013 335

2014 325

Career opportunities Graduates are qualified to work in a variety of positions in laboratories such as: t Microbiology t Food t Pharmaceutical t Environmental analysis t Quality assurance Genzyme, Teva, Dawn Meats and Glanbia among other companies have employed graduates of this course.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The science courses at WIT are excellent in their balance between up-to-date theoretical knowledge and practical skills making graduates highly sought after by leading companies. I know the staff and community structure in WIT provides students with the tools and the stimulating, supportive learning enviroment they require to achieve their educational ambitions.â&#x20AC;?

Richard Walshe Biotechnology graduate

SEMESTER 1

YEAR THREE

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Quality Management - WD055.

SEMESTER 2

YEAR: Min points:

What is the BSc in Applied Biology Course? This is a three year full time course. It is designed to provide students with the scientific skills, theoretical and modern practical skills to work in areas such as biopharmaceutical, food and environmental sectors.

Introductory Biology Introductory Chemistry Introductory Physics Introductory Mathematics Good Laboratory Practice & Core Skills Introduction to ICT for Scientists

CHOOSE 2

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

COURSE OUTLINE

Physical & Organic Chemistry Cell Biology & Biochemistry Physics for Scientists Mathematics for Scientists Introduction to Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Science (E) Plant Biology (E) Science & Society (E) Introduction to Food Science (E)

SEMESTER 3

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is Applied Biology? Applied Biology is the understanding of how organisms work from subcellular to whole organism level. It also involves the use of living organisms (mostly microbes) to produce useful products. It includes traditional processes like brewing, cheesemaking and modern developments such as genetic engineering which can lead to new drugs against cancer and other diseases.

Microbiology 1 Spectroscopic Techniques Organic Chemistry & Biomolecules Statistics for Scientists Laboratory Data Analysis & Presentation Topics in Biotechnology

SEMESTER 4

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APPLIED BIOLOGY

Microbial Biotechnology & Molecular Genetics Chromatographic Techniques Biochemistry Food Microbiology Applied Maths for Scientists Environmental Science

SEMESTER 5

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

Chromatographic Method Development & Validation Introduction to Research Methods Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Molecular Biology Total Quality Management Manufacturing Production & Processing (E) Microbiology 2 (E)

CHOOSE 1

DURATION: 3 YEARS

SEMESTER 6

YEAR ONE

WD176

YEAR TWO

CODE:

Protein Chemistry & Enzymology Laboratory Data Modelling Microbial Ecology & Bioremediation Applied Immunology Sensors & Electroanalysis -BCPSBUPSZ 1SPKFDU E = elective module

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Audrey Hearne Email: ahearne@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD176

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APPLIED BIOLOGY WITH QUALITY MANAGEMENT SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

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Bioanalysis (Practical) Cell Factories Advanced Quality Methodologies Molecular Biology & Medicine (E) Pharmaceutical Formulation & Drug Delivery (E)

ADD-ON COURSE

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: To apply for this course you must hold a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology or equivalent. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

E = elective module

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study Secondary teaching (taking the H.Dip. in Education at another institution). Postgraduate studies leading to MSc and PhD. Research at WIT WIT lecturing staff teaching on this course are active in a range of successful and well-funded SFTFBSDI QSPKFDUT JO B WBSJFUZ PG CJPMPHJDBM BSFBT Current research interests are in food microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, molecular ecology and biomedical science. There are active collaborations with national and international universities, research institutes and commercial organisations.

Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Protein Biotechnology (double module) Advanced Applications of Microbiology DNA Technology & Bioinformatics Research Methods

CHOOSE 1

Career Opportunities Graduates of this course have a wide variety of opportunities open to them, including further study. Career development to laboratory management is enhanced by studies in Information Technology and Quality Management. Some of the areas of employment are: t Analytical, food and pharmaceutical industries t Production, quality assurance or research and development.

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DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR ONE

What is the BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Quality Management course? The BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Quality Management is a one year honours degree course, GPMMPXJOH UIF #4D JO "QQMJFE #JPMPHZ 5IFSF JT B NBKPS emphasis in this course on modern areas of biology such as molecular biology and analytical methods used in pharmaceutical and food industries.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153; At WIT the small class sizes and easy to talk to lecturers really helped me to develop as a student as I was barely 17 starting college and not very confident in my own knowledge of science. I found the emphasis on practical, laboratory based work the most useful in my four years here. Not only does it prepare you for working for life but it also makes the theoretical side of the course much easier to comprehend and apply to the real world. Overall, deciding to study at WIT was one of the best decisions I have made in my life.â&#x20AC;?

Erica Owens BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Quality Management

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Rebecca Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mahony Email: romahony@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD055

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YEAR: Min points:

2013 300

2014 305

Pharmaceutical Science at WIT Students are exposed to a wide range of state-of-theart instrumentation and equipment at WIT and learn from researchers actively involved in cutting edge areas such as separation science, pharmaceutical drug delivery, biotechnology and environmental science. Career Opportunities The main career opportunities are in the pharmaceutical and related industries such as t Laboratory analysis t Quality assurance t Research and development of pharmaceutical products t Environmental analysis Graduates have found widespread employment in the large number of pharmaceutical industries in the southeast and beyond.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Joe Power &NBJM KQPXFS!XJU JF Web: www.wit.ie/WD175

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on study BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science - WD147 :FBS TVCKFDU UP BQQMJDBUJPO BOE PS JOUFSWJFX Subsequent transfer to postgraduate courses at masters and PhD level.

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SEMESTER 1

Introductory Biology Introductory Chemistry Introductory Physics Introductory Mathematics Introduction to ICT for Scientists Good Laboratory Practice & Core Skills

SEMESTER 2

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

What is the BSc in Pharmaceutical Science Course? t This is a three year degree. t Students will cover areas of chemical, biological and analytical sciences of particular relevance to the pharmaceutical industry. t Quality management is also covered which is very important for this area. t " QSPKFDU XJMM CF DPNQMFUFE JO ZFBS XIFSF the student works independently in a particular research area. t The course allows you to obtain a worthwhile qualification after three years of study. t It allows a more flexible progression to further qualifications such as transfer to the fourth year of a related honours degree at WIT or elsewhere.

COURSE OUTLINE

CHOOSE 1

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is Pharmaceutical Science? Pharmaceutical science combines a broad range of TDJFOUJGJD TVCKFDUT UIBU BSF JNQPSUBOU GPS UIF EJTDPWFSZ development and manufacture of drugs and therapies.

Cell Biology & Biochemistry Physical & Organic Chemistry Physics for Scientists Mathematics for Scientists Introduction to Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Science Science and Society (E) Forensic Science (E)

SEMESTER 3

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PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE

Organic Chemistry and Biomolecules Spectroscopic Techniques Physical Chemistry Statistics for Scientists Pharmaceutical Science Laboratory Data Analysis & Presentation

SEMESTER 4

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry Chromatographic Techniques Inorganic Chemistry Environmental Science Biopharmaceutical Science Applied Mathematics for Scientists

SEMESTER 5

DURATION: 3 YEARS

Total Quality Management Chromatographic Method Development and Validation Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Pharmaceutical and Natural Products Manufacturing, Production & Processing Introduction to Research Methods

SEMESTER 6

YEAR ONE

WD175

YEAR TWO

LEVEL:

YEAR THREE

CODE:

Physical Chemistry of Materials Sensors and Electroanalysis Laboratory Data Modelling Inorganic and Structural Chemistry Organic Chemistry and Advanced Spectroscopic Techniques 1SPKFDU E = elective module

i* SFBMMZ FOKPZFE UIF DPVSTF PWFSBMM UIF MBSHF FMFNFOU PG practical lab work helped to make the lecture material easy to understand and was excellent preparation for working in the pharmaceutical industry. The quality of the lecturing staff was second to none and they were always on hand to give that extra bit of help when needed. After completing my honours degree, I continued my studies to PhD level.â&#x20AC;?

Mike Kinsella Graduate

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DURATION: 4 YEARS

PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE

STUDENT VIEW

â&#x20AC;&#x153; This course provided me with an in depth understanding of the core scientific disciplines. The large element of practical lab work helped to make the lecture material easy to understand and was excellent preparation for working in the pharmaceutical industry. The degree has a career orientated focus, and I found the industrial placement in year three very beneficial.â&#x20AC;? Tracey Coady WD147 BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science

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SEMESTER 1

Introductory Biology Introductory Chemistry Introductory Physics Introductory Mathematics Introduction to ICT for Scientists Good Laboratory Practice & Core Skills

SEMESTER 3

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SEMESTER 2

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

SEMESTER 4 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 6

Research at WIT WIT lecturing staff teaching on this course are actively involved in a range of highly successful and well-funded research work related to pharmaceutical science. Collaborators include national and international universities and research institutes, and industrial partners from the pharmaceutical sector both in Ireland and abroad. Current research areas include: development of novel polymers for therapeutic drug delivery, biomedical research in eye treatment, novel analytical methods for pharmaceutical products, sensing devices for environmental analysis, biotechnology for drug synthesis and bioremediation.

Cell Biology & Biochemistry Physical & Organic Chemistry Physics for Scientists Mathematics for Scientists Introduction to Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Science Forensic Science (E) Science & Society (E) Organic Chemistry and Biomolecules Spectroscopic Techniques Physical Chemistry Statistics for Scientists Pharmaceutical Science Laboratory Data Analysis and Presentation Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry Chromatographic Techniques Inorganic Chemistry Environmental Science Biopharmaceutical Science Applied Mathematics for Scientists

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OC3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 355

2014 365

Total Quality Management Chromatographic Method Development and Validation Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Pharmaceutical and Natural Products Manufacturing Production and Processing Inorganic & Physical Chemistry Organic Chemistry and Advanced Spectroscopic Techniques Sensors & Electroanalysis Placement

SEMESTER 7

Follow on Study MSc and PhD by research.

SEMESTER 8

Career Opportunities A degree in pharmaceutical science will provide graduates with skills that are much sought after in a range of sectors including: t Pharmaceutical & biopharmaceutical industries t Quality control & quality assurance t Laboratory analysis t Research & development t Education & teaching t Food & drinks industry

YEAR THREE

Work Placement A six-month work placement is included in the third year of the course.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR FOUR

What is the BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science Course? This is a four year full-time honours degree aimed at preparing graduates for the pharmaceutical industry. 4UVEFOUT XJMM CF FYQPTFE UP B CSPBE SBOHF PG TVCKFDUT BOE laboratory instrumentation relevant to the pharmaceutical JOEVTUSZ " SFTFBSDI QSPKFDU JT BMTP DBSSJFE PVU JO ZFBS 4. The course also provides graduates with a range of transferable skills so that graduates are qualified for a wide range of science-based industries.

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN What is Pharmaceutical Science? The pharmaceutical industry makes a vital contribution to society through the development and production of drugs such as antibiotics for infectious diseases, cancer treatment drugs and antiviral drugs for HIV. The pharmaceutical sector plays a vital role in Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economy with over 150 pharmaceutical companies. There is a strong demand for graduates qualified in pharmaceutical science and employment prospects are excellent.

LEVEL:

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry IV Advanced Analytical Science Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry Research Methodology & Literature Review Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Advanced Laboratory Techniques Advanced Quality Methodologies Pharmaceutical Formulation & Drug Delivery Pharmacology, Drug Design & Synthesis Advanced Inorganic & Photochemistry 3FTFBSDI 1SPKFDU %PVCMF .PEVMF

E = elective module

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Claire Lennon Email: clennon@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD147

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To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Career Opportunities t 4FNJDPOEVDUPST t "MUFSOBUJWF &OFSHZ t .FEJDBM 1IZTJDT t #JPNFEJDBM %FWJDFT t .FUFPSPMPHZ t 5FBDIJOH t Astronomy & Astrophysics t Information & Communications Technology (ICT) t Software Development t Telecommunications/Photonics Work Placement Students undertake a work placement in industry or in a research group, allowing them to develop valuable professional skills. Recent placement opportunities have included Analog Devices, Genzyme and FeedHenry *SFMBOE &4" &VSPQFBO 4QBDF "HFODZ /PPSEXJKL UIF Netherlands); and NPrime (Sheffield, UK). Follow on Study Graduates may proceed onto a number of taught masters courses at WIT: MSc in Computing (Communications Software) MEng in Electronic Engineering MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering MEng in Innovative Technology Engineering or Masters or PhD by Research

STUDENT VIEW

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADERS: Dr. Claire Keary Email: ckeary@wit.ie Tel: 051 834087 Catherine Walsh Email: cwalsh@wit.ie Tel: 051 302639 Web: www.wit.ie/WD180

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was very enthused by the wide variety of career opportunities this course has to offer. The lecturers are always willing to help you no matter what the problem. There is a good deal of laboratory hours over the course of each semester which was always a nice change of pace from the lectures.â&#x20AC;?

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

SEMESTER 3

ADVANCED ENTRY

What is the BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology? This is a four-year honours degree course, including a six-month work placement in industry. It is an interdisciplinary course which provides students with an understanding of the physics underlying modern technologies such as semiconductors, optics/photonics, alternative energy, and sensor systems. It is designed to provide students with strong and complementary skills in the areas of physics, engineering, mathematics and programming. Graduates will develop a range of transferable skills that are valued and much sought after by industry.

Advanced Mechanics Analogue Electronics Electronic Devices & Systems Ordinary Differential Equations Algorithms Materials 2 Science Universe and Society 2 Electromagnetism & Physical Optics Measurement Systems Thermodynamics Maths Advanced Calculus Data Structures

SEMESTER 4

2014 325

SEMESTER 5

2013 311

Electromagnetism, Solid State & Modern Physics Data Acquisition Physics for Scientists Maths Calculus Programming Fundamentals 2 Science and Society

Atomic, Quantum & Solid State Device Physics Electromagnetism, Physical Optics & Photonics Special Relativity and Nuclear Physics Advanced Engineering Maths Data Communications Semiconductor Fundamentals

SEM. 6

YEAR: Min points:

Mechanics and Waves Science Universe and Society 1 Introductory Physics Engineering Mathematics Programming Fundamentals 1 Materials 1

Work Placement

SEMESTER 7

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

COURSE OUTLINE

Advanced Optics Computational Physics with Research Methods Alternative Energy 1 Control Systems Semiconductor Devices Theory & Applications of DSP (E) Process Technology (E) Embedded Operating Systems (E) Database Fundamentals (E)

CHOOSE 1

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OB1/HD1

Why are Physics and Technology important? t Physics is the fundamental science that drives modern technologies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; iPods, mobile phones, fibre-optics, medical imaging systems, smart sensors, and a host of other devices & systems. t Physicists are actively involved in research aimed at better understanding and protecting our environment â&#x20AC;&#x201C; investigating alternative energy sources and building models to determine tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weather and predicting the effects of global warming.

SEMESTER 8

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PHYSICS FOR MODERN TECHNOLOGY

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COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

YEAR ONE

DURATION: 4 YEARS

YEAR TWO

WD180

YEAR THREE

LEVEL:

YEAR FOUR

CODE:

Semiconductor Device technology & Spectroscopic Techniques Photonics Applications 3FTFBSDI 1SPKFDU Alternative Energy 2 Nanotechnology Digital Control (E) Advanced Materials & Process Selection (E) Vehicle Network Protocols (E) Data Mining (E)

Daniel Bresnan WD180 BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology

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AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE (NEW)

Career Opportunities t Senior technical positions in Quality Control in Agri-food industries t Sales and marketing departments in agribusinesses t Technical personnel in organisations offering environmental and other services to farmers t Start-up agriculture-based businesses t With further qualifications, graduates are qualified to teach Agricultural Science, work in farm advisory services and follow postgraduate studies.

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SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Microbiology 1 Mechanisation and Safety (K) Statistics for Scientists Soils Management (K) Environmental Science Food Analysis

SEMESTER 4

Food Microbiology Mathematics for Agri-Scientists Food Process Technology Grassland and Dairy Production (K) Tillage Crop Production (K) Beef and Sheep Production (K

SEMESTER 5

The Industrial Placement allows learners to apply and develop their skills in the agri-food industry. The placement is designed to meet the needs of industry whilst providing the student with a broader skills-base. The practical element of employment will complement the course content and help develop skills that are essential in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work environment. Students will be placed for work experience for a minimum of 15 weeks during semester 5. The industrial placement will be organised by WIT and monitored by the employer, WIT staff with the student keeping a reflective work log which will develop the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to engage in reflective learning.

YEAR FOUR

The Farm placement, organised by Teagasc, gives students experience of practical farming on a high quality farm and allows learners to gain a broad experience of farming and to apply and develop their knowledge and skills. The student will be monitored by the host farmer and by Teagasc staff and the student will keep a reflective work log to develop the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to engage in reflective learning. Students are also encouraged to seek placements overseas e.g. New Zealand and the UK.

YEAR THREE

Placement In semester 6, students can choose between a farm placement or an industrial placement.

Physical and Organic Chemistry Cell Biology and Biochemistry Physics for Scientists Mathematics for Scientists Agriculture in the Economy (K) Plant Biology

Food Management Systems Agriculture and the Environment Food Ingredients Business Management Crop Technology (K) Animal Technology (K)

SEM 6

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Stamp duty exemption This course fulfils the requirements for stamp duty exemption for land transfer for young farmers (Green Cert.)

Introductory Biology Introductory Chemistry Introductory Physics Good Lab. Practice and Core Skills Introductory Mathematics Introduction to ICT for Scientists

Agricultural Science Farm Placement or Agricultural Science Industrial Placement

SEMESTER 7

The purpose of the course is to prepare students for a career in the areas of agricultural science and agri-business. The graduate of this programme will have a strong background in the areas of science, food, agriculture, the environment, business and quality assurance. Self-management, team working, business awareness, problem solving, land management and communication are all areas which will be strongly incorporated into the main core of this level 8 programme.

COURSE OUTLINE

Research Methodology and Literature Review Agricultural ICT Livestock Management (K) Food Traceability and Genomics Crop Management (K) Marketing for Small Business

SEMESTER 8

What is the BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Science? Agricultural Science is the application of science and other disciplines (e.g. business) to the production of quality food. It encompasses a wide range of services provided to farmers and other food producers to ensure quality standards and profitable production systems.

CODE:

LEVEL:

WD191

DURATION: 4 YEARS

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS NEW IN 2014

ADVANCED ENTRY Students, who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course. To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

"HSJDVMUVSBM 4DJFODF 1SPKFDU Managing People Soils Nutrient Management Integrated Pest Management Rural Entrepreneurship Animal Health & Psysiology (K) denotes module is taken in Kildalton College of Agriculture

Kildalton College Students on this course take nine modules at Kildalton College of Agriculture. Transport is provided.

INFORMATION: Follow-On study Upon completion of year 3, students can transfer into the following courses: t #4D )POT JO -BOE .BOBHFNFOU JO Agriculture - WD156 t #4D )POT JO 'PPE 4DJFODF *OOPWBUJPO - WD181

COURSE LEADER: Dr. Michael Breen Email: mbreen@wit.ie Tel: 051 302644 Web: www.wit.ie/WD191

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Career Opportunities t Managers of modern farm enterprises t Managers in Agri-Food cooperatives t Managers in Meat processing plants t Sales positions in Agribusiness Follow on study BSc (Hons) in Land Management in Agriculture WD156 Kildalton College Students take agriculture-based modules at Kildalton Agricultural College and scientific related modules are taken at WIT. A free bus service operates between WIT and Kildalton. Farm Placement In the second year of the course students spend 12 weeks on farms specially chosen by Teagasc in order to get practical experience on high quality commercial farms. A number of students choose to travel overseas for farm experience e.g. New Zealand.

INFORMATION:

STUDENT VIEW

Advanced Entry Students who have successfully completed a FETAC approved Level 5 or Level 6 with a merit at Kildalton College or equivalent can apply to transfer into Year 2 of the BSc in Agriculture. Students can apply through the WIT website (www.wit.ie/advancedentry) or contact the course leader.

Environmental Science Crop Technology Dairy Production Cattle Production Sheep Production (E) Mechanisation (E) Farm Buildings (E) Fabrication (E)

Placement

Soils Management Agriculture and Environment Food Analysis & Development ICT & Business Writing Marketing for Small Business Business Management Quality Food Production Food Safety Management Systems Agricultural Entrepreneurship Financial Management Systems 1SPKFDU 3FTFBSDI %FTJHO Farm Business E = elective module

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;The combination of farming and managerial skills I learnt at WIT and Kildalton equipped me extremely well for NZ DVSSFOU KPC BT GBSN manager at a Teagasc research farm at Moorepark. It is different from running an ordinary commercial farm because the stock and grassland management is designed for research programmes but I am learning a lot from other staff.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

COURSE LEADER: Dr. Tony Woodcock Email: twoodcock@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD126

SEMESTER 1

2014 385

SEMESTER 2

2013 380

Chemistry for Land Sciences Agriculture in the Economy Animal Biology Animal Production Agricultural Mechanisation Tillage Crop Production

CHOOSE 1

YEAR: Min points:

Introduction to Farm Accounts Plant Biology Communication Skills Computer Applications Mechanisation & Safety Animal Breeding & Welfare

SEMESTER 3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

The first two years of the course concentrates on equipping the student with the knowledge and skills needed to manage a modern commercial farm. The third year aims to expand the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business, managerial, scientific and IT skills. This course fulfils the requirements for stamp duty exemption or land transfer for farmers (Green Cert.)

COURSE OUTLINE

CHOOSE 1

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

What is the BSc in Agriculture course? "HSJDVMUVSF JT PG NBKPS JNQPSUBODF UP UIF *SJTI economy and most farms are family-operated with the farmer being the owner and manager and operator.

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AGRICULTURE

SEMESTER 5

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

SEMESTER 6

DURATION: 3 YEARS

YEAR ONE

WD126

YEAR TWO

LEVEL:

YEAR THREE

CODE:

Waterford Institute of Technology

Aidan Brennan WD126 BSc in Agriculture

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

WD076

Career Opportunities t Forest Estate Manager t Forest Operations Contractor t Forest Management Consultant t Forest Nursery Management t State Agencies t Development Agencies

SEMESTER 1

Semesters 1 & 2 provide each student with grounding in the sciences applying to forestry and the main forestry practices while developing communication and computer skills.

SEMESTER 2

What is the BSc in Forestry course? The BSc in Forestry is a three year degree course that prepares students for a professional career in Forest Management.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR ONE

What is Forestry? Forestry is the study of forests as a natural resource. Forests are an important part of the environment, provide timber and other products and are used for a wide range of recreation activities. The role of foresters is to manage forests so that people can benefit from this natural resource on a sustainable basis. Foresters may work with landowners in planting new forests, manage existing forests or work with sawmills in harvesting and supplying timber.

Plant Biology Forest Establishment Mechanisation & Safety Dendrology Mathematics for Forestry Information & Communication Technology for Forestry Forest Surveying & Mapping Forest Practice Wood Science Earth Science Communications Methods Chemistry for Land Scientists

SEMESTER 3 SEM. 4 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 6

WIT Forestry also has transfer links with the Level 8 Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Forestry) degree, University College Dublin; International Timber Trade and Tropical Forestry, Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences; and Honours degrees in forestry at University of Cumbria, University of Aberdeen and Inverness College.

Timber Technology Forest Mensuration Forest Protection Soils Management Forestry & the Environment Applied Geographical Information Systems

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RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 295

2014 275

Placement Semesters 5 & 6 concentrate on professional aspects of forestry. Each student undertakes a Forest Management Plan that brings together experience developed through the entire course.

YEAR THREE

Follow on study BSc (Hons) in Land Management in Forestry - WD157

YEAR TWO

Semesters 3 & 4 focus on developing technical forestry skills and preparing students for the forestry work placement.

Fieldwork & Placement Fieldwork and field trips are an essential element of the course. Typically, 25% to 50% of course scheduled hours consist of fieldwork elements. Fieldtrip locations include local forests, wood processing industries, JFK Arboretum, and annual overnight fieldtrips to Kerry, Wicklow, the Midlands and the West. Students will undertake a work placement in the second semester of Year 2. Placements may be arranged in Ireland or abroad.

STUDENT VIEW

LEVEL:

DURATION: 3 YEARS

FORESTRY

Forest Economics Sustainable Forest Management Principles of Silviculture Forest Inventory Forest Harvesting 'PSFTU *OWFOUPSZ 1SPKFDU Plantation Silviculture Commercial Forestry Practices Forest Planning Forest Engineering Small Enterprise Management Forest Management Plan

i5IF DPVSTF JT CPUI QSBDUJDBM BOE TDJFOUJGJD BOE UIF DPVSTF TVCKFDUT are very relevant to the industry. If this forestry course did not exist JO UIF 4PVUI &BTU * XPVME OPU IBWF B KPC UPEBZ 5IF DPVSTF HBWF me a good general background to the Irish forest industry. Through DPVSTF XPSL QSPKFDUT SFQPSUT BOE FTQFDJBMMZ EFBEMJOFT * GPVOE UIBU the course prepared me well for my working life. Without doubt my favourite element of the course was the regular forestry related field trips. During these trips we usually got to meet some very interesting and knowledgeable people. We also got to see Forestry machinery, procedures and practices at first hand.â&#x20AC;?

Kevin Power WD076 BSc in Forestry Kevin Power WD076 BSc in Forestry

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Tom Kent BAgrSc (Forestry), MSIF Email: tkent@wit.ie Tel: 051 302646 Web: www.wit.ie/WD076

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2014

220 205

205 205

ADVANCED ENTRY Students who have successfully completed a FETAC-approved Level 5 (pre-2012) or Level 6 (pre-2013) in Horticulture, at a Teagasc college e.g. Kildalton college or the Botanic Gardens can apply to transfer into Year 2 of the BSc in Horticulture. Students who have completed a National Diploma or Certificate in Horticulture under the aegis of the Department of Agriculture, ACOT or Teagasc can apply to transfer into Year 3. Contact the course leader for further information or see www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Career Opportunities t Employment as gardeners in public parks and grounds t Landscape design t Landscape construction t Greenkeeping - maintenance of golfcourses and sports fields t Nursery stock production - producing plants for the horticultural industry t Garden maintenance contractors t Food production t Gardeners in private and heritage gardens t Garden centres Follow on study BSc (Hons) in Land Management - WD158 Kildalton College - WD096 Students on this course study both at WIT and at Kildalton College, Piltown. The laboratory-based scientific and business modules are taken at WIT and the horticulture-based modules are taken at Kildalton. A free bus service operates between Kildalton and WIT. National Botanic Gardens - WD097 Students on this course will be based in the Teagasc College at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin 9. Placement In year 2, one semester is spent on placement either in Ireland or abroad. This is an opportunity for you to see and implement the key horticultural skills you have learnt in college.

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Kildalton Cara T. Daly Email: cdaly@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD096 COURSE LEADER: Dublin Una McDermott Email: umcdermott@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD097

Waterford Institute of Technology SCIENCE

SEMESTER 1

2013

SEMESTER 2

YEAR: Min points: WD096 WD097

Chemistry for Land Scientists Soils Management Plant Propogation Plant Identification & Garden Maintenance Horticultural Mechanisation Horticulture Building Construction Horticulture Business Accounting Biodiversity and Horticulture Plant Identification and Use Major Elective: Landscape Design (E) Nursery Stock Production (E) Market Gardening (E) Turfgrass (E) Minor Elective: Garden Management (E) Floristry (E) Protected Crop Production (E)

CHOOSE 1

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

What is the BSc in Horticulture course? This is a three year full-time course designed to train professional horticulturists. The course is run in DPOKVODUJPO XJUI 5FBHBTD 4UVEFOUT DBO DIPPTF UP TUVEZ in Waterford at WIT and Teagasc, Kildalton College OR they can study in Dublin at the Teagasc College in the National Botanic Gardens. There are separate CAO codes for the Waterford and Dublin locations.

SEMESTER 3

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

Plant Identification & Specification Plant Biology Plant Protection Communication Skills Computer Applications Mechanisation & Safety

CHOOSE 1

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COURSE OUTLINE

SEM. 4

COURSE ENTRY

What is Horticulture? Horticulture is a very diverse industry and career opportunities exist in a wide variety of areas, from producing plants for garden centres, working on golf courses, landscaping, through to fruit and vegetable production. Many horticulturists are managers or self-employed and need business as well as horticultural skills.

SEMESTER 5

WD096 (Waterford Location) WD097 (Dublin Location)

Waterford - Kildalton College OR Dublin - National Botanic Gardens

Placement

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COURSE LOCATIONS

HORTICULTURE

STUDENT VIEW

SEMESTER 6

DURATION: 3 YEARS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

CHOOSE 2

YEAR ONE

WD096 WD097

YEAR TWO

LEVEL:

YEAR THREE

CODE:

Marketing for Small Business Small Business Management People Management 1SPKFDU 3FTFBSDI Major Elective: Landscape Design (E) Turfgrass (E) Market Garden (E) Nursery Stock Production (E) Law for Horticulturists Horticulture Taxation & PRSI Customer Service Management 1SPKFDU *NQMFNFOUBUJPO Electives: Horticulture Therapy (E) Greenkeeping (E) Landscape Design Advanced (E) Garden Centre Operation (E) CAD (E) Horticulture Quality Assurance (E) Field Crop Production (E) Interior Landscaping (E) & FMFDUJWF NPEVMFT BSF TVCKFDU UP DMBTT TJ[F & timetable constraints. Some electives require prerequisites.

â&#x20AC;&#x153; I am honoured and proud to have been able to display my design and compete at Bloom 2014 and to receive a silver medal against the best designers in the country, to get to bloom I first had to win RTEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supergarden. This would never have been possible were it not for the expertise and experience I received during my four years at WIT. My time there helped me to develop the discipline to work on my design every day and gave me the confidence to really push the boundaries and challenge myself MJLF OFWFS CFGPSF * QBSUJDVMBSMZ FOKPZFE UIF GJSTU UXP ZFBST XIFSF NZ LOPXMFEHF PG QMBOUT EFTJHO BOE landscapes were developed. The course has given me an excellent foundation to begin a long and successful career in an area that I love to work.â&#x20AC;? Cian Hawes WD096 WD097 BSc in Horticulture

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WD156 WD157 WD158

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

LAND MANAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURE/ FORESTRY/HORTICULTURE What is the BSc (Hons) in Land Management? This one year add-on course aims to give students with BSc (Level 7) degrees in Agricultural Science, Agriculture, Horticulture and Forestry the opportunity to obtain an Honours (level 8) degree in their respective disciplines. Using the invaluable expertise of both the School of Science and School of Business together with input from Teagasc, the course aims to increase the students knowledge of their respective disciplines while also improving the students business acumen.

CHOOSE 1

SEMESTER 1

CHOOSE 1 CHOOSE 1 CHOOSE 1

SEMESTER 2 CHOOSE 1 CHOOSE 1

ALL STUDENTS: 4UVEFOU 1SPKFDU 3FTFBSDI .FUIPET

Statistics for Research FORESTRY STUDENTS: 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Professional Development Marketing for Small Business Advanced Silviculture Supply Chain Management HORTICULTURE STUDENTS: 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Professional Development Horticulture Site Management MIS and eBusiness AGRICULTURE STUDENTS: Livestock Management Crop Management MIS and eBusiness 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU Professional Development

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: You are eligible to apply for this course if you have completed or are completing a BSc (Level 7) degree in either Agriculture Science, Forestry or Horticulture, or other relevant ordinary degree (Level 7) from another college provided you meet the minimum requirements to apply. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

ALL STUDENTS: 4UVEFOU 1SPKFDU $PNQMFUJPO

FORESTRY STUDENTS: Geographic Information Systems Financial Management Systems Managing People Rural Entrepreneurship Biodiversity Management Sustainable and Renewable Energy Integrated Pest Management AGRICULTURE STUDENTS: Managing People Soil Nutrient Management Economics for Agriculture Biodiversity Management Sustainable and Renewable Energy Integrated Pest Management HORTICULTURE STUDENTS: Organisational Behaviour Management Public Relations Management Rural Entrepreneurship Biodiversity Management Sustainable and Renewable Energy Integrated Pest Management Designing for Special Needs Environmental Education Landscape Planning

“...I found the year challenging but extremely interesting. Setting up and SVOOJOH UIF GJOBM ZFBS QSPKFDU XBT UIF highlight for me...it has encouraged me to progress further into research.”

William Burchill

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ADD-ON COURSE

STUDENT VIEW

Graduates may follow careers in: t Forest management t Managers of progressive farm enterprises t Managers of agri-food t Cooperatives t Nursery stock production t Wood processing industry t Garden centres t State and Development agencies t Landscape contracting

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Career Opportunities The Bsc (Hons) in Land Management prepares graduates for careers in the Agricultural, Forestry or Horticulture sectors. The course is designed to give students of these disciplines additional business acumen and to increase their wide ranging practical, technical and professional skills obtained in their previous courses.

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Research Project: " SFTFBSDI QSPKFDU XJMM CF DBSSJFE PVU CZ FBDI TUVEFOU throughout the two semesters of the add-on year. This will enable students to learn the rudiments of carrying out research and how to write up a scientific report. It may also help them to determine whether they would like to obtain a postgraduate qualification (Masters or PhD) after they graduate.

YEAR ONE

Some of the modules will be common to all students while other modules will be specific to their stream or discipline.

DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE OUTLINE

How is the BSc (Hons) in Land Management structured? The BSc (Hons) in Land Management is a one year add-on course that prepares students for a professional career or postgraduate education in either Agriculture, Forestry or Horticulture. The year consists of two semesters each comprising 6 modules.

LEVEL:

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Dr. Nick McCarthy BAgrSc (Forestry), PhD Email: nmccarthy@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD156 www.wit.ie/WD157 www.wit.ie/WD158

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2013 300

2014 317

The main part of the course equips you with strong programming/systems development/problem solving skills. You will choose a stream which will give you an opportunity to specialise in an area of your choice. Currently we have six streams on offer: t Game Development t Computer Forensics t Audio Technology t Networks t Embedded Systems (including automotive design) t Information Systems

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: MairĂŠad Meagher BSc, MPhil Email: mmeagher@wit.ie Dr. Siobhan Drohan Email: sdrohan@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD028

STUDENT VIEW

Placement Students take part in a (paid) work placement in year 3. This placement takes place in a software house or the IT department of a large company or industry. Companies such as AIB, Microsoft, TSSG have a long association with the placement of our students. Students have found this an invaluable experience.

YEAR FOUR

YEAR THREE

As new and exciting areas emerge, we design streams to address these areas so these lists may have even more choice than is currently available. Career Opportunities t Programmer t Information Systems Analyst t 1SPKFDU .BOBHFS t Systems Architect t Web Developer t Games Programmer t Automotive Software Designer t Database Administrator Software Developer t Computer Forensics t Network Management t Education t Research

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

YEAR: Min points:

Foundations of Computing Programming Fundamentals 1 Web Design Physics for Computing The Computing Industry Discrete Mathematics Programming Fundamentals 2 Systems Analysis Critical Thinking Skills Computer Architecture Applied Calculus Operating Systems

SEMESTER 3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

What is the BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing course? This is a four year honours degree course. It is the oldest degree in WIT, and has a solid and unrivalled reputation in the computing industry in Ireland.

COURSE OUTLINE

Algorithms Data Communications Mathematical Methods Information Modelling Digital Electronics One Elective from a stream

SEMESTER 4

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OB3/HD3

What is Applied Computing? Applied Computing is the application of classic and leading edge computing concepts and technologies to different, current problem areas. These concepts and technologies can be applied at the different levels PG TZTUFN EFWFMPQNFOU GSPN QSPKFDU BOBMZTJT BOE JNQMFNFOUBUJPO UP QSPKFDU NBOBHFNFOU

Internetworking Data Structures Statistics & Probability Databases Two Electives from a stream

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Component Development Database Systems Applied Cryptography Preparation for Flexible Semester Two Electives from a stream

SEM. 6

COURSE ENTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

Work Placement

SEMESTER 7

DURATION: 4 YEARS

Artificial Intelligence Distributed Systems Formal Specifications 1SPKFDU Two Electives from a stream

SEMESTER 8

WD028

YEAR ONE

LEVEL:

YEAR TWO

CODE:

Database Administration 1SPKFDU Two Electives from a stream One free Elective

Follow on Study Postgraduate degrees, both research and taught masters and research based PhDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the area of computing.

â&#x20AC;&#x153; I am currently working in Cambridge U.K. as a Systems Engineer for an automotive company, I am now doing work with hardware, software, electronics and engineering which are being used in high end car manufactures (Jaguar & Aston Martin to name a few). On completing NZ EFHSFF * IBE B KPC XBJUJOH GPS NF * EPO U CFMJFWF * XPVME IBWF HPUUFO TVDI BO JOUFSFTUJOH KPC MJLF * IBWF JG JU XBTO U GPS UIF TLJMMT BOE knowledge Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gained from the Applied Computing course. â&#x20AC;&#x153;

David Evans WD028 BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing

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COMPUTER FORENSICS & SECURITY

What area could I expect to work in? t 4FDVSJUZ $POTVMUBODZ t *OWFTUJHBUJPO $POTVMUBODZ t -BX &OGPSDFNFOU t 'PSFOTJD "VEJUJOH t 3FTFBSDI t &EVDBUJPO

SEMESTER 5

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4

Data Structures Internetworking Secure Coding & Scripting Systems Forensics 2 Statistics & Probability Forensic Accounting & Fraud Audit Network Forensics Component Development Applied Cryptography Preparation for Flexible Semester Wireless Communications Network Management

SEM. 6

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Data Communications System Forensics 1 Legal Principles of Computer Forensics Information Modelling Algorithms Mathematical Methods

Flexible Semester

SEMESTER 7

Insurance companies, corporations, civil litigations, individuals and law enforcement all can and do make use of evidence revealed by computer forensic specialists.

Programming Fundamentals 2 Applied Calculus Computer Architecture Introduction to Computer Security Operating Systems Critical Thinking

Enterprise Development 1SPKFDU Artificial Intelligence Biological Auth Systems Network Security Criminal Evidence

SEMESTER 8

With this growth comes the need to protect sensitive data such as customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal details and credit card information, confidential files and internal documents. Many companies employ full time security personnel to fulfil these roles, whilst other organisations outsource them to external firms.

Web Development Discrete Mathematics Programming Fundamentals 1 Introduction to Computer Forensics The Computer Industry Foundations of Computing

CHOOSE 1

Career Opportunities The domain of computer security and forensics is growing and has become more essential than ever before. Virtually all organisations now need and use internet technologies (email, the web, ecommerce) in their daily business.

YEAR THREE

Computer forensics is the application of the scientific method to digital media in order to establish factual JOGPSNBUJPO GPS KVEJDJBM SFWJFX 5IJT QSPDFTT PGUFO involves investigating computer systems to determine whether they are or have been used for illegal or unauthorised activities.

COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR FOUR

Just as a murder scene needs to be secured so too do electronic crime scenes. There are particular ways of securing evidence and students learn how to do this. Electronic crime scenes often involve child pornography, blackmail, financial fraud and data theft. Criminal prosecutors have used computer forensic evidence to form the backbone in murder cases and robberies through the use of technologies such as mobile phone forensics.

WD161

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN What is the BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security? The BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security is a four year honours degree course equipping graduates with the specialised skills and knowledge needed to secure, monitor and examine electronic crime scenes and digital environments.

LEVEL:

DURATION: 4 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT )$ PS CFUUFS TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OB3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 275

2014 305

1SPKFDU Media Forensics Distributed Systems Professional Skills for Managers (E) Data Mining (E) VoIP & Security (E)

STUDENT VIEW

Follow on Study Students who complete the BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security may avail of a taught or research masters course (MSc) in the area. On completion of an MSc, students will have the opportunity to pursue a PhD Course.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;When deciding on where to study I found that WITs BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security degree was one of the most recognised and highly regarded computer security and forensic courses in the country. I established a Computer Security Society with my classmates and organised Waterfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first ever Information Security Conference which attracted attention from across the world.â&#x20AC;&#x153; Kevin McGlone WD161 BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics & Security

INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: John Sheppard Email: computing@wit.ie Tel: 051 302073 Web: www.wit.ie/WD161

Waterford Institute of Technology SCIENCE

CODE:

LEVEL:

WD168

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN

DURATION: 4 YEARS

ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS

COURSE ENTRY

What is the BSc (Hons) in Entertainments Systems? The BSc (Hons) in Entertainment Systems is a four year honours degree course. It is the study of content generation for digital multimedia systems, its motivations, qualities and technical frameworks and the presentation of computer-based content to mass audiences in a clear and cohesive manner.

To find out more, visit www.wit.ie/advancedentry

Flexible Semester Students take part in a (paid) work placement in semester 6. This placement takes place in a software house or the IT department of a large company or industry. Companies such as IBM and Microsoft have a long association with the placement of our students. Students have found this an invaluable experience. Career Opportunities Employment prospects in computing are extremely healthy at the moment, with demand for skilled graduates exceeding supply. Graduates of this course will have the skills necessary to follow opportunities that present themselves in this growing industry as well as having the freedom to choose their own career path.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

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Students who have completed all or part of a third level qualification, may be eligible for entry into years other than year 1 of this course.

Games: The student will learn to understand the games development process, games design theory, 2D and 3D games creation and how to exploit the potential of a range of games consoles. Audio: The student will learn about acoustics, psychoacoustics, music theory, audio creation and editing tools, production techniques and multimedia software development.

SEMESTER 4

ADVANCED ENTRY

Algorithms Data Communications Information Modelling Digital Audio Production (E) Physics of Sound (E) Music Theory (E) High-Level Game Development 3D (E) Physics for Game Development (E) Mathematical Methods (E)

In Semester 3, students choose either the Audio Technology or Game Development stream, having experienced introductory modules for both in Semesters 1 & 2.

CHOOSE 3

This course should be particularly attractive to people who have an interest in mathematics, computing, music, video games and art.

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Programming Fundamentals 2 Computer Architecture Operating Systems Applied Calculus Narrative Construction Music Skills

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The course on offer has two thematic streams: t Audio Technology t Game Development

YEAR ONE

RECENT ENTRY POINTS

Foundations of Computing Programming Fundamentals 1 Web Development Discrete Mathematics The Entertainment Industry High-Level Game Development 2D

YEAR TWO

REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OB3/HD3

YEAR THREE

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Component Development Cryptography Preparation for Flexible Semester Advanced Recording Techniques (E) Media Processing (E) Sound Synthesis & Sampling (E) Game Development 2 (E) Network & Multiplayer Games (E) Console Game Development 2 (E) Work Placement (Flexible Semester)

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â&#x20AC;&#x153; I love the BSc (Hons) in Entertainment Systems because it genuinely interests me. I have found that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m good at, and I love the prospect of having a career in TPNFUIJOH * FOKPZ .Z HBNJOH experience has also led me to find an interest in application development - which, without this course, I would have never even thought of.â&#x20AC;?

Data Structures Databases Internetworking Sound Engineering (E) Multimedia Development (E) Applied Music Skills (E) Game Development 1 (E) Console Game Development 1 (E) Digital Graphic Design (E)

Distributed Systems 1SPKFDU Sequencing Tools (E) Music Perception & Psychology (E) Mathematics for Game Developers (E) Game Engine Development 1 (E) 3D Graphics Applications (E) Game Development 2 (E) Sound Synthesis & Sampling (E) Console Game Development 2 (E) Live Performance Technology (E) 1SPKFDU *NQMFNFOUBUJPO Advanced Media Technologies Sound Design & Synchronisation Game Engine Development 2 Game AI 3D Multimedia Animation Software Signal Processing Photography & Video

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SOFTWARE SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT What is Software Systems Development? Software Systems Development is about the design and development of computer systems and the application of technology for all sectors of industry, particularly the business sector.

Career Opportunities Graduates of the BSc in Software Systems Development may find employment in the following positions: t Software Business Analyst t Database Administrator t IT Consultant t Software Engineer/Developer t Software Trainer t Web Developer

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Data Structures Database Fundamentals Software Engingeering Human Computer Interaction Network Fundamentals Stream Electives* Event Driven Programming Database Systems Server Side Programming Systems and Information Internetworking Stream Electives

SEM. 5

OO Programming Principles Systems Implementation Fundamentals Client Side Programming Statistical Analysis Business Processes Critical Thinking & Learning

SEMESTER 4

YEAR ONE

OO Programming Fundamentals Systems Analysis Fundamentals Web Programming Computer Essentials Mathematics Communication Skills

SEMESTER 6

Flexible Semester The course includes a flexible learning semester in year three. The flexible semester is a non-contact semester and consists of one of the following options: t Industrial Placement (paid/unpaid) t Active Service Learning (voluntary) t Industry-accredited courses t Placement in a designated Research environment t Placement in a Commercial Innovation/Incubation unit t Study Abroad

YEAR TWO

The focus of the course is to equip the student with a broad range of software development skills that can be applied across a large number of sectors - private and public - including hospitals, schools, banks, the retail sector and the automotive industry. The course will also equip the student with the other skills required to work in the software systems industry, including the ability to work as part of a development team, and the ability to work with the system user through all stages of system development.

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What is the BSc in Software Systems Development course? The BSc in Software Systems Development is a three year ordinary degree course. At the heart of this course is the belief that software should be imaginative and satisfy the needs of people who will be using it. The course is relevant to the real world and is modelled on good practice in industry.

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GUI Development Advanced Databases User Centred Design Organisational IS Security Principles Stream Electives

*In semester 3, students choose a stream option and choose electives from that stream in subsequent semesters. Elective options currently include: German, French, Psychology, Enterprise.

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i5IF DPVSTF JT WFSZ FOKPZBCMF XJUI WBSJFE TVCKFDUT UIBU HJWF ZPV B GFFM GPS different aspects of computing, such as programming, web design and database management to name but a few. This can really help students to explore potential career paths. The lecturers are very accommodating and go out of their way to help you and to ensure that you get the most out of your course. The option to go on work experience in the fifth semester, or to study in Europe, is an excellent opportunity. I will be spending my next semester in a University in Prague and I am really looking forward to this opportunity to experience the culture of a different country.â&#x20AC;?

David Arnott WD151 BSc in Software Systems Delopment

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COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: The minimum entry requirement is a relevant degree in computing. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

SOFTWARE SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT What is the BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development course? The BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development is a one year add-on honours degree for students who have successfully completed an ordinary degree in computing. The focus of the course is to provide you with the necessary skills to work in the software development industry and make a contribution to the organisation that employs you. The course includes the choice of one of the three streams: Language, Psychology or Software Business.

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Career Opportunities t Analyst/Programmer t Applications Programmer t Computer Sales Support t Database Administrator t Information Technology Consultant t Software Engineer t Software Trainer t Systems Designer t Systems Programmer

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1SPKFDU "OBMZTJT %FTJHO Advanced Database Systems Web Server Programming IT Security Inter Organisation Information Systems Social Psychology (E) *4 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU &

French (E) German (E) 1SPKFDU $POTUSVDUJPO 5FTUJOH Dynamic Web Development Software Frameworks Business Intelligence Database Administration Organisational Psychology (E) Software Business (E) French (E) German (E)

Graduates have found employment in the following companies: t Irish Life t Sun Life Financial t Garda SĂochĂĄna t Logica t Acumen Recruitment t Glanbia t AIB t SAP

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I completed an Ordinary Degree in Software Systems Development, then an Honours Degree in Software Systems Development. During the course I took part in work experience in the second semester of third year. I worked in Bausch & Lomb gaining experience in software testing. This involved unit testing and functional testing on many different software applications as part of a global ERP system upgrade QSPKFDU 5IF MFDUVSFST BU 8*5 SFBMMZ IFMQFE B MPU JO QSPKFDUT problems and queries that were made. They really go that extra mile to give you the help that you need to achieve your goals in college. * SFBMMZ FOKPZFE HFUUJOH UIF PQQPSUVOJUZ UP XPSL XJUI new software tools and technologies that really can impact how companies operate and how people live their lives. Every day in college was a challenge and unpredictable but that is what made it so interesting.

Tom Dunphy WD068 BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development

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High Practical Content The course has a high practical content allowing you to get plenty of hands-on experience. Most modules use computers for practical work and there is a blended learning approach where part of the learning is done online, supported by a Virtual Learning Environment. As you progress through the years you will learn about how companies use IT for their day-to-day business. A choice of different streams from second year on, will allow you to build variety into your selection of IT modules.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3

Data Structures Network Fundamentals Database Fundamentals Multimedia Fundamentals Mathematical Modelling Web Applications

SEMESTER 4

YEAR ONE

OO Programming Principles IT Applications Systems Implementation Web Design Statistical Analysis Critical Thinking & Learning

Event Driven Programming Internetworking Database Systems Multimedia Development Management Science Meta - information

SEM. 5

In addition to the core computing modules WIT has implemented a modular system where students may choose modules from other disciplines, to complement their core study course. The course also offers a stream called Web Information Management. Web Information Management is the act of managing the information on a web page using a variety of different tools and technologies and these skills are much sought-after in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern business context.

OO Programming Fundamentals Information Technology Systems Systems Analysis Fundamentals Visual Communication Mathematics Document Management

Flexible Semester

SEMESTER 6

What structure does the course have? This course consists of six 12 week semesters, with six modules in each semester (except semester 5).

YEAR TWO

What is the BSc in Information Technology? This course provides a variety of computer-based skills for the modern work place. It includes a good foundation in Information Technology, Web development, Multimedia, Maths and many computer-based tasks that can be useful in getting that GJSTU KPC 5IF UISFF ZFBS EFHSFF DPVSTF JO *5 TQFDJBMJTFT in providing a thorough knowledge of all aspects of the IT industry. Studies include web page design, software development and networking.

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What is Information Technology? Technology is all around us. We want to CLICK on everything. We like to find everything on a website. Information Technology is about managing information in our modern digital age. We use the ATM machine, top-up our phone, download music or send photos to friends - these activities are part of our normal day. Information Technology helps us to understand what is happening behind the scenes when modern technology is used.

DURATION: 3 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

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Security Principles Systems Development GUI Development MIS Fundamentals Hypermedia Systems Advanced Databases

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What career opportunities will I have? t Systems analyst/programmer t Information architect t Programmer t Web applications developer t Technical support t Database administrator t Information technology consultant t Software trainer

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Flexible Semester Semester 5 is a flexible semester. This semester provides an opportunity for you to engage in work placement, exchange courses abroad or professional development courses in IT related areas.

â&#x20AC;&#x153; I found the course challenging but rewarding at the same time. Programming and Web-Design were my favourite NPEVMFT * FOKPZFE UIF DIBMMFOHF PG UIFTF NPEVMFT * found 1st year opened many opportunities in which I could branch into when finishing this course. The vast amount of support available in WIT helped me relax and settle in along with all the social clubs and societies.â&#x20AC;? David Kennedy WD155 BSc in Information Technology

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DURATION: 1 YEAR

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COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants should have successfully completed a BSc in Information Technology or equivalent to apply for this course. TO APPLY: www.wit.ie/advancedentry

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY What is the BSc (Hons) in Information Technology course? The BSc (Hons) in Information Technology is a one year add-on honours degree for students who have successfully completed an ordinary degree in computing. The focus of the course is to provide you with the necessary skills to work in Information Technology and make a contribution to the organisation that employs you. Career Opportunities The main career roles for graduates are in the following areas: t Database Developer / Administrator t I.T. Consultant t Network Engineer t Security Consultant t Information Systems Manager t E-Business Provider

COURSE OUTLINE

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WD131

1SPKFDU "OBMZTJT %FTJHO Data Warehousing InterOrg Information Systems Web Retrieval Systems *4 1SPKFDU .BOBHFNFOU E-Learning Strategies

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1SPKFDU $POTUSVDUJPO 5FTUJOH Web Service Development Network Technologies Data Administration Business Intelligence Software Frameworks Cloud Infrastructure German B1.3

Graduates have found employment in the following areas: t Banking t Services t Pharmaceutical t Manufacturing t Civil Service

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Follow on Study Students who complete this course may avail of the taught or research masters programme (MSc) in the area. On completion of an MSc, students will have the opportunity to pursue a PhD programme.

i * FOKPZFE IPX UIF DPVSTF WBSJFE 5IF UPQJDT covered were quite diverse, ranging from the business side of organisations (e.g. supply chain), to database development and Java development. The class was small so we all got to know each other well. I also liked that we were mixed with a number of international students. It helped to broaden our minds by learning about different cultures.â&#x20AC;?

Shane Hoban WD131 BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

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MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT

Career Opportunities In the ongoing development of Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s knowledge economy and in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever growing web and multimedia design industry, WITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s multimedia past graduates are involved in areas such as multimedia applications support, web development, development of training products, multimedia software development, graphic designers, photography, DJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ing, animations and games development. All graduates will be comfortable working in the diverse areas of multimedia, both in application development and content creation, as part of a multi-disciplinary theme. Graduates have been placed in both local and international companies that include: AOL, Dell, Sun Life Financial, HSE, WIT, Aer Lingus Airlines, Aura Internet Services Ltd., Multimedia Solutions, Achieve Website Design, Angel Design. Graduates have also been successful in setting up their own business to become self-employed graphic designers, photographers and web designers. Follow on Study BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development WD165

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Digital Audio Production Database Fundamentals Server Side Scripting Human Computer Interaction Motion Graphics Web Development Software Engineering (OOD) Database Systems Multimedia Data Structures Convergent Media Technologies Traditional Graphic Design Mathematics for Graphics

SEM. 5

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO

Mathematics for Computing Computer Essentials OO Programming Fundamentals Communication Skills Basic Graphic Design Multimedia Imaging Mathematics Modelling and Statistics Introduction to Software Engineering OO Programming Principles Critical Thinking & Learning Music Skills Multimedia Web Design

Flexible Semester

SEMESTER 6

What will the BSc in Multimedia Applications Development enable you to do? t Produce and integrate multimedia rich elements, such as images, sound, video and animations t Create complex interactive applications, through programming and/or scripting, particularly for the World Wide Web t Help people by allowing them to avail of the best technological solutions.

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YEAR THREE

What is the BSc in Multimedia Applications Development? This is a three year course, which prepares students for employment primarily in the software industry but also in the IT sector in general. Many graduates also find employment in the entertainment industry. The course addresses issues of professional importance to the multimedia developer, while continuing the development of the student in the core areas of multimedia and computing.

DURATION: 3 YEARS

COURSE ENTRY LEAVING CERT: TVCKFDUT 0% PS CFUUFS REQUIRED SUBJECTS: English/Irish: OD3/HD3 Mathematics: OD3/HD3

RECENT ENTRY POINTS YEAR: Min points:

2013 205

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Security Principles Network Systems and Concepts Multimedia Programming eLearning and Accessibility Digital Graphic Design 3D and Video

STUDENT VIEW

What is Multimedia Applications Development? Multimedia Applications Development is the creation of exciting, interactive multimedia systems, such as games, websites, eLearning software to name a few. These innovative systems make extensive use of various media elements such as text, graphics, audio, images, video, and 2D & 3D animations. Given the skills to use your creative ability, computer skills and artistic talent, graduates will be skilled to work in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highly dynamic, high-tech digital environment. As a multimedia professional, graduates will be competent in using a variety of skills to produce the most modern and innovative multimedia designs, animations and programming applications.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153; The BSc in Multimedia Applications Development offers the perfect balance between design and software development. I graduated in 2013 with a First Class Honours Degree and currently work as a

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INFORMATION: COURSE LEADER: Caroline Cahill Email: ccahill@wit.ie Web: www.wit.ie/WD153

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COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Standard entry to the course is based on successful completion of a BSc in Multimedia Computing (Level 7). Consideration will also be given to graduates of a BSc in Computing (Level 7) where it can be shown that a significant proportion of the content relates to multimedia. Non-standard applications will be considered on an individual basis.

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MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT What is the BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development? This is a one year add-on course. It aims to provide graduates of BSc, Level 7 degrees, within the multimedia discipline, with the opportunity to progress to honours degree level. 5IF PWFSBMM PCKFDUJWF PG UIJT DPVSTF JT UP EFWFMPQ multimedia professionals equipped with knowledge, skills and practical experience within the domains of technology, creativity and enterprise. With a strong focus on the creative aspects, there is a range of elective modules that students can choose from. These include Graphic Design, Animation, Photography and Video, Games Development, and Design for Learning. Students are encouraged to choose their own route, allowing them to specialise in the area of most interest to them. What career will I have? There is an increasing demand for IT professionals in Industry and Research with the skills required to drive and support the digital media industry within Ireland. Graduates should be well equipped to participate within a diverse range of industries, including that of digital media. The products and services typically provided by the digital media industry include: t Web Development t Wireless Services t Games Development t e-Music t e-Learning t Digital Film/TV t Animation/Special Effects t Digital Radio t Mobile Applications Development What areas could I expect to work in? t Software Development t Content Authoring t Media Authoring and Design t IT and Systems Support t Sales and Marketing t Education t Research t Management Follow on Study Students who successfully complete the BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development may avail of a range of taught and research masters programmes (MSc). It is an aim of the course to provide students with the skills and competencies necessary to progress to postgraduate level study.

COURSE OUTLINE

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DURATION: 1 YEAR

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Management Multimedia Database Development Web Applications Development 1SPKFDU "OBMZTJT BOE %FTJHO Design for Learning (E) Exploration of Graphic Design (E) 3D Graphics Applications (E) Conceptual Game Design (E) Security Principles (E) IT Security (E) Web Server Programming (E) Enterprise Development Advanced Multimedia Database Concepts 1SPKFDU $POTUSVDUJPO BOE 5FTUJOH Instructional Design (E) Practical Graphic Design (E) 3D Multimedia Animation (E) Practical Game Design (E) Photography & Video (E) Digital Marketing Skills (E) Graphic Design (E) Apple Macintosh Programming (E)

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Niall Doherty BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development

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STANDARD APPLICATION: A standard application is from a candidate who: >®Ê ÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }Ê i>Û }Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊ ÀÊ / Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊ examinations results to meet the minimum entry requirements, and L®Ê >ÃÊ Ê«ÀiÛ ÕÃÊÌ À`Ê iÛi Êi`ÕV>Ì Ê Ê ÃÌ ÌÕÌiÃÊ vÊÊ technology, universities, colleges of education, colleges Ê vÊ>ÀÌÊ> `ÊìÃ } ]Ê ÀÊÌ i ÀÊiµÕ Û> i ÌÃÊ>LÀ >`®]Ê> ` V®Ê ÃÊ ÌÊ vÊ >ÌÕÀiÊÞi>ÀÃ°Ê >ÌÕÀiÊ>«« V> ÌÃÊ>ÀiÊìw i`ÊÊ Ê Ê«>}iÊ£n® Standard Applicatants apply normally through the CAO by 1 February. Applicants with disabilities and how to apply: In accordance with the definition prepared by the ÃÃ V >Ì Êv ÀÊ } iÀÊ `ÕV>Ì Ê VViÃÃÊ> `Ê Ã>L ÌÞÊ ®]ÊÌ iÊ ÃÌ ÌÕÌiÊìw iÃÊ>ÊÃÌÕì ÌÊÜ Ì Ê>Ê` Ã>L ÌÞÊ or learning difficulty as follows: ”A student is disabled if she or he requires a facility which is not part of the mainstream provision of the college concerned, to enable participation in the college to the full extent of her or his capabilities and without which she or he could be educationally disadvantaged in comparison with peers”. The Institute welcomes applications from people with disabilities and applicants with disabilities should apply normally through the CAO by 1 February. The Disability Coordinator for Waterford Institute of Technology is Patt O’Keeffe, 051 302871, pokeeffe@wit.ie.

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NON-STANDARD APPLICATION: A non-standard application is one that does not meet the definition of a standard application. The special categories are: tÊ É - t Other S/L exams tÊ 6 Ê iÛi ÊÓÉÎ tÊ ÕÀÌ iÀÊ `ÕV>Ì tÊ } iÀÊ `ÕV>Ì t Mature Persons wishing to make a non-standard application must tick the relevant box on the CAO form. Although the Institute will try to assess all non-standard applications on the basis of the information provided, it reserves the right to call such applicants to the Institute to assess their case. Assessments are based on the documents provided at submission.

Key CAO dates to remember: 1 February 2015: 1 May 2015: 1 July 2015: August 2015:

Initial CAO Deadline Late Applications deadline Change of Mind deadline First round of offers*

*Further offers may be made in subsequent rounds if all places are not filled following the first round offers.

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How to apply through the CAO Detailed information on how to apply through the CAO system is available from the CAO (Central Applications "vwVi®Ê Ê > Ü>ÞÊ ÀÊ>ÌÊwww.cao.ie. A CAO application pack can be obtained from your guidance counsellor or from the CAO directly. Applications can also be made online at www.cao.ie. When making your application, it is very important to list your courses in genuine order of preference.

WHO APPLIES TO THE CAO: t 1ÊV Ì âi ÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }ÊÜ Ì Ê À Ã Ê i>Û }Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊ ÀÊÊ Ê / Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊµÕ> wV>Ì Ã° t 1ÊV Ì âi ÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }ÊÜ Ì Ê Ì iÀÊ ÕÀ «i> Ê-V Ê Leaving qualifications. t 1ÊV Ì âi ÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }ÊÜ Ì Ê À Ã Ê i>Û }Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊÊ Ê ÀÊ / Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊµÕ> wV>Ì Ã° t 1ÊV Ì âi ÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }ÊÜ Ì Ê Ì iÀÊ ÕÀ «i> ÊÊ School Leaving qualifications. t ,ivÕ}iiÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }ÊÜ Ì Ê À Ã Ê i>Û }Ê iÀÌ wV>Ìi]Ê / ÊÊ Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊµÕ> wV>Ì Ã]Ê ÕÀ «i> Ê-V Ê i>Û }ÊµÕ> Ê Ê wV>Ì ÃÊ ÀÊ ÕÀ «i> Ê-V Ê i>Û }ÊµÕ> wV>Ì Ã° ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: t ÌÀÞÊ« ÌÃÊÀiµÕ Ài`Êv ÀÊV ÕÀÃiÃÊ>ÀiÊ`i«i `i ÌÊ ÊÊ Ê demand. Recent points are listed on course pages and on the quickguide to courses. t We have set out the standard required for qualification in the course descriptions. If you do not meet these, you cannot be offered a place, even if your points are higher than the minimum. t In the case of the Leaving Certificate you may combine results from more than one sitting for the purposes of entry requirements only. t ÀÊ ÕÀ «i> É ÕÀ «i> ÊÃV Ê i>Û }Ê qualifications, see www.wit.ie/yourapplication t ÀÊ } Ã Ê > }Õ>}iÊÀiµÕ Ài i ÌÃ]ÊÃiiÊ www.wit.ie/englishrequirements RECEIVING AN OFFER: In order to receive an offer of a place you must: 1. Be qualified for the course, and 2. In the event that there is competition for places, you must attain the required minimum points. t We will offer places to qualified applicants in order of decreasing point scores and the minimum score will be that attained by the last candidate offered a place. t Decisions on applications are normally taken in August. t If an applicant does not indicate that further documents should be expected and/or if they fail to indicate the date by which they will be available, WIT will assume the application is complete and the applicant will only be assessed on the basis of the material to hand.

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t All offers of places will be sent by post from the CAO and will be available online at www.cao.ie MATHS INITIATIVES: t Bonus points will be awarded for Higher Level Maths. See www.wit.ie/bonuspoints t >Ì ÃÊ ÌÀÞÊ Ý> Ê ÃÊìÃ } i`ÊÌ Ê>ÃÃ ÃÌÊÃÌÕì ÌÃÊÜ Ê >ÛiÊ ÌÊÊ met the required maths grade for entry into WIT. It will not provide additional points. See www.wit.ie/mathsentryexam ABSENCE AT APPLCIATION AND OFFER STAGE: Ý«iÀ i ViÊ >ÃÊÃ Ü ÊÌ >ÌÊ` vwVÕ Ì iÃÊV> Ê>À ÃiÊ vÊÞ ÕÊ>ÀiÊ ÌÊ available at application and offer stage. It is strongly recommended that you should be at the correspondence address during the application process and in August when offers of places are issued. If this is not possible, have another person at the address briefed clearly on what to do. If you fail to deal with your application or an offer properly and on time you may lose the place. OFFER PROCEDURES: Offers will be issued independently in respect of Level 8 and Level 7/Level 6 courses, so that some applicants may receive two offers of places simultaneously. OFFER ACCEPTANCE: t If you receive more than one offer, you may make successive acceptances but an acceptance automatically Ê V> Vi ÃÊ> `ÊÃÕ«iÀÃiìÃÊ> ÞÊ«ÀiÛ ÕÃÊ>VVi«Ì> ViÃ®Ê ÊÞ ÕÊ >ÞÊÊ have only one current acceptance in the entire CAO system. t You may view an offer on the CAO website at www.cao.ie and accept online. t Ê>`` Ì ]Êv À > Ê"vviÀÊ Ì ViÃÊÜ ÊLiÊÃi ÌÊLÞÊ« ÃÌÊ together with the necessary instructions as to how to proceed. t You may accept an offer either online or by complying in full Ê Ü Ì Ê> Ê ÃÌÀÕVÌ ÃÊÃiÌÊ ÕÌÊ ÊÌ iÊ"vviÀÊ Ì Vi°Ê Ê ÌÊ` ÊL Ì ° LAPSE OFFERS: An offer will lapse unless you accept it within a specified period, i.e. unless the online or paper acceptance is received in the CAO LÞÊx°£x« Ê ÊÌ iÊ,i« ÞÊ >ÌiÊÃiÌÊ ÕÌÊ ÊÌ iÊ"vviÀÊ Ì Vi° REGISTRATION: Registration of first-year students will take place early in September with start up of classes commencing immediately. DEFERRING A PLACE: WIT will consider sympathetically requests from applicants, who, having been successful in gaining a place in the Institute, decide that they wish to defer their entry until the following year. For more information on deferrals, contact WIT directly on 051-302000 or registration@wit.ie REGULATIONS: All applications, offers and registration processes are subject to the full regulations of the Institute which are available at www.wit.ie/regulations

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How to apply: Qualifications other than the Leaving Certificate FETAC Waterford Institute of Technology welcomes applications from >«« V> ÌÃÊÜ Ê>ÀiÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }Ê / Ê iÛi ÊxÊ ÀÊ iÛi ÊÈÊ>Ü>À`Ã°ÊÊ / ÃÊÃV i iÊ«À Û ìÃÊv ÀÊÌ iÊÃV À }Ê vÊ>«« V> ÌÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }Ê / Ê 6 ®ÊiÝ> >Ì ÊÀiÃÕ ÌÃ° / Ê ÌÀ `ÕVi`Ê>Ê iÜÊ>Ü>À`ÃÊÃÞÃÌi Ê Ü Ê>ÃÊÌ iÊ Ê Ü>À`ÃÊ-ÞÃÌi Ê ÀÊ -°ÊÊ Ê / Ê>Ü>À`ÃÊÜ ÊLiÊ«>ÀÌÊ vÊ -ÊvÀ Ê Óä£{°ÊÊ* i>ÃiÊÀiviÀÊÌ ÊÌ iÊ / ÊÜiLÃ ÌiÊÜÜÜ°viÌ>V° iÊv ÀÊV > }iÃÊÌ Ê the award structure. ÊvÕ Ê / Ê>Ü>À`Ê À > ÞÊV Ì> ÃÊi } ÌÊ `Õ iÃ°Ê7 iÀiÊ>ÊvÕ Ê award is accumulated over more than one academic year, it is the ÀiÃ« Ã L ÌÞÊ vÊÌ iÊ>«« V> ÌÊÌ Ê>«« ÞÊÌ Ê / Êv ÀÊ>ÊvÕ Ê>Ü>À`°ÊÊ A Component Certificate/Record of Achievement does not meet these minimum entry standards. Ê>«« V> Ì½ÃÊ / ÊÃV ÀiÊV> ÊLiÊ>V iÛi`Ê ÛiÀÊ Õ Ì « iÊÃ ÌÌ }ÃÊ i°Ê over more than one certification year, between 1 August and 31 July. CLOSING DATES AND RESTRICTONS / Ê>«« V> ÌÃÊ ÕÃÌÊ>«« ÞÊÌ À Õ} ÊÌ iÊ i ÌÀ> Ê «« V>Ì ÃÊ"vwVi]Ê > Ü>Þ]ÊÃiiÊÜÜÜ°V> ° iÊv ÀÊìÌ> ÃÊ V Õ` }Ê ÃÌÊ vÊÀiÃÌÀ VÌi`ÊV ÕÀÃiÃ° APPLICATION PROCESS UÊ «« V> ÌÃÊ ÕÃÌÊ>«« ÞÊÌ À Õ} ÊÌ iÊ "ÊÃÞÃÌi ° UÊ «« V>Ì ÊV> ÊLiÊ >ìÊ iÊ>ÌÊ ÌÌ«\ÉÉÜÜÜ°V> ° iÊ UÊ «« V> ÌÃÊ ÕÃÌÊi ÃÕÀiÊÌ Êi ÌiÀÊÌ i ÀÊ**-Ê Õ LiÀÊ Ê«>}iÊ iÊ vÊ the CAO application form. UÊ * i>ÃiÊi ÃÕÀiÊÌ ÊÌ V Ê Õ LiÀÊÓÊ / ÊV>Ìi} ÀÞ®Ê ÊÌ iÊ Qualifications & Assessment Summary section of the CAO on-line application facility. UÊ «« V> ÌÃÊ ÕÃÌÊ >ÛiÊ LÌ> i`Ê>ÊvÕ Ê / Ê>Ü>À`° UÊ *À }ÀiÃÃ Ê ÃÊ ÊÌ iÊL>Ã ÃÊ vÊ>V iÛ }Ê>Ê iÛi ÊxÊ ÀÊÈÊ > ÀÊ>Ü>À`]ÊÊ with a minimum credit value of 120. UÊ A Component Certificate/Record of Achievement is not sufficient. UÊ / iÊLiÃÌÊnÊ `Õ iÃÊ>ÀiÊÕÃi`Êv ÀÊÀ> }Ê> `ÊÀ>Ì }Ê«ÕÀ« ÃiÃ° UÊ «« V> ÌÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }ÊvÕ Ê / Ê iÛi ÊxÊ ÀÊ iÛi ÊÈÊ>Ü>À`ÃÊÜ Ê ÌÊÊ be required to meet minimum entry requirements based on Leaving Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊÀiÃÕ ÌÃ°ÊÊ/ iÊ / Ê>Ü>À`Ê ÃÊ>VVi«Ìi`Ê Ê ÌÃÊ Ü ÊÀ } Ì° UÊ ÊÌ iÊV>ÃiÊ vÊ7 äÓÇÊ Ê ®Ê Ê ÕÃ V]Ê>«« V> ÌÃÊ ÕÃÌÊ>«« ÞÊÌ ÊÌ iÊÊ CAO by 1st February, attend and pass the Music Assessments in Ê ÀìÀÊÌ ÊLiÊi } L iÊÌ ÊV «iÌiÊ Ê / ÊÀiÃÕ ÌÃ° MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The following minimum entry requirements will apply to graduates of / Ê iÛi ÊxÊÃii }Ê>` ÃÃ ÊÌ ÊV ÕÀÃiÃÊ>ÌÊ7>ÌiÀv À`Ê ÃÌ ÌÕÌiÊ vÊ Technology: UÊ } iÀÊ iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊ iÛi ÊÈ®\Ê Õ Êi ÌÀÞ\Ê / Ê iÛi ÊxÊ ÀÊ Level 6 award. UÊ L Ì Ê i}ÀiiÊ iÛi ÊÇ®\Ê Õ Êi ÌÀÞ\Ê / Ê iÛi ÊxÊ ÀÊ Level 6 award. UÊ L Ì Ê ÕÀÃÊ i}ÀiiÊ iÛi Ên®\Ê Õ Êi ÌÀÞ\Ê / Ê Level 5 or Level 6 award including a distinction grade in at least three modules. FETAC CANDIDATES FOR NURSING PROGRAMMES / Ê>«« V> ÌÃÊv ÀÊ ÕÀÃ }Ê«À }À> iÃÊqÊÌ iÀiÊ ÃÊ>ÊµÕ Ì>Ê vÊ« >ViÃÊ ÀiÃiÀÛi`Êv ÀÊ>«« V> ÌÃÊ>«« Þ }ÊÌ Ê ÕÀÃ }Ê«À }À> iÃÊ«ÀiÃi Ì }Ê Ã«iV wVÊ / Ê>Ü>À`Ã°ÊÊ/ iÊÌ>L iÊLi ÜÊÃiÌÃÊ ÕÌÊÌ iÊ Õ LiÀÊ vÊ º / »Ê« >ViÃÊVÕÀÀi Ì ÞÊ>Û> >L iÊ Ê7 /\ PROGRAMME Ê 7 ££ÈÊqÊ i iÀ> Ê WD117 - Psychiatric Ê 7 £ÓäÊqÊ Ìi °Ê Ã>L ÌÞÊ

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7 ÃÌÊ / Ê>«« V> ÌÃÊ >ÞÊ iiÌÊÌ iÊÀiµÕ Ài i ÌÃÊ ÕÌ i`Ê>L ÛiÊ and be eligible for a nursing degree programme, due to the small number of places available, a random selection system is operated by the CAO. FETAC SCORING FETAC Scoring Process: This scoring scheme only applies where all the requirements for the major award are met, ie. when the named component awards specified have been achieved to a minimum of 120 credits. Each component is scored as follows: >V ÊV « i ÌÊ ÃÊ} Ûi Ê>ÊÃV ÀiÊL>Ãi`Ê ÊÌ iÊVÀi` ÌÊÛ> ÕiÊ vÊÌ iÊ component and the weighting of the grade achieved: 1. Most component awards have a credit value of 15 (the possible Ê V « i ÌÊVÀi` ÌÊÛ> ÕiÃÊ>ÀiÊx]Ê£ä]Ê£x]ÊÓäÊ> `ÊÎä®° 2. The following weightings will apply to the grades achieved: Distinction=3, Merit=2, Pass=1. To calculate a component score: £°Ê ÃÌÊÌ iÊV « i ÌÃÊ Ê ÀìÀÊ vÊ>V iÛi i ÌÊ É É*®°Ê ÜÊ£ÓäÊÊ credits worth of achievement. 2. Multiply the credit value of the component by the weighting for the Ê }À>ìÊ>V iÛi`ÊÎÉÓÉ£®° 3. Add all of the component scores up to a cumulative credit value of 120. When adding up these scores begin with distinctions, then merits, then passes. 4. Multiply the total by 10 and divide by 9 to give the overall score Ê >Ý Õ Ê{ää®° The transcript for major awards lists the award code and title, grade and date of achievement for individual components required for the major award, and for any components achieved in any other certification period. / Êv ÀÜ>À`ÃÊ> ÊÀi iÛ> ÌÊÀiÃÕ ÌÃÊ>V iÛi`ÊLÞÊ>«« V> ÌÃÊÌ ÊÌ iÊ "° This scoring system replaces that of the original higher education links scheme and that of the ‘pilot’ scheme, and applies to all results achieved from 2013. Some applicants will combine components achieved prior to the introduction of CAS with others which are part of CAS. The scoring is managed by CAO according to the system above. Level 5 and 6 Certificates, ie. major awards, achieved before the introduction of CAS are also scored according to the system outlined above. / ÊÛ iÜÊÌ iÊ ÃÌÊ vÊ / Ê>Ü>À`Ã]ÊÃii www.fetac.ie/fetac/awardsinfo/directory/directory.htm / ÊÀiÃÕ ÌÃÊV> ÌÊLiÊ>`ì`ÊÌ Ê i>Û }Ê iÀÌ wV>ÌiÊ« ÌÃ°Ê7 iÀiÊ applicants have taken both exams, the higher points will be considered for rating purposes.

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Mature students Going to college is an exciting time, full of expectation, trepidation and hope for the future. It can also be an anxious time, no more so than for students coming back into further education after being away from it for a few (or many) years. At WIT we have lots of support services to help you in deciding what option is best for you and in your transition to college life. Claire Sinnott, Applied Arts Graduate

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Do I qualify as a Mature Student? A mature student is someone who is at least 23 years of age on 1st January of the year of entry to an undergraduate course and who may not meet the normal admission requirements. There is no upper age limit.

Decisions taken will be related to your course choices on the Mature Applicant Assessment Form only. If you introduce a new course on the Change of Mind form you will compete for a place on that course based on your Leaving Certificate or equivalent points only.

Why should I consider third level education as a mature student? Mature students decide to enter third level education for a variety of reasons: UĂ&#x160; 5P DPNQMFUF UIFJS FEVDBUJPO BOE HFU B RVBMJmDBUJPO UĂ&#x160; 5P GVSUIFS EFWFMPQ BO JOUFSFTU JO B HJWFO TVCKFDU UĂ&#x160; 5P JNQSPWF UIFJS KPC QSPTQFDUT UĂ&#x160; To retrain for another career UĂ&#x160; To develop their social and personal skills

What are the key points when filling out the CAO form? UĂ&#x160; 5IF GPSN DBO CF mMMFE PVU POMJOF PS EPXOMPBEFE GSPN www.cao.ie UĂ&#x160; Part B: Tick Box F to ensure you are considered a mature student (and any other relevant boxes) UĂ&#x160; Provide a personal statement and provide details of other information relevant to your application. See the CAO handbook for full information; the types of information are: FEVDBUJPOBM RVBMJmDBUJPOT DVSSFOU TUVEJFT OPO DFSUJmFE courses, employment details, voluntary work or hobbies/ interests. All support documentation must be attached to the form UĂ&#x160; 3FBE UIF $"0 IBOECPPL QSJPS UP mMMJOH PVU UIF GPSN

How do I apply for a place on an undergraduate course? There are two main steps to take: UĂ&#x160; Fill out the CAO form before either* 1 February 2015 or the late application deadline on 1 May 2015 UĂ&#x160; Fill out WITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supplementary Assessment form, which you will SFDFJWF EJSFDUMZ GSPN 8*5 T "ENJTTJPOT 0GmDF PODF ZPV IBWF applied /PUF "ENJTTJPO UP DPVSTFT NBZ CF TVCKFDU UP JOUFSWJFX

Selection Process - Mature Nursing Mature applicants for Nursing courses will receive correspondence under separate cover from the Nursing Careers Centre (Public Appointments Service - PAS). For full details on the application proces see www.nursingcareers.ie.

Applying before 1 February 2015** Fill out and return CAO form: Receive Assessment Form from WIT***: 3FUVSO "TTFTTNFOU GPSN UP 8*5 Receive Offer from WIT (through CAO): Accept offer deadline:

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Applying before late application deadline 1 May 2015** Fill out and return CAO form: Receive Assessment Form from WIT***: 3FUVSO "TTFTTNFOU GPSN UP 8*5 Receive Offer from WIT (through CAO): Accept offer deadline:

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Selection Process - Music Applicants If an applicant includes WD027 BA (Hons) in Music (Level 8) as a choice, applicants will not be scored for WD027 and will be assessed solely on the basis of the WIT Music Audition. Selection Process â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mature Applicants (excluding Nursing & Music) All Mature Applicants to WIT are required to complete, sign and return to WIT the Mature Applicant Assessment Form with supporting documentary evidence of all qualifications, by UIF EBUF TQFDJmFE PO UIF GSPOU QBHF PG UIF BTTFTTNFOU GPSN *G the documentation provided is in a different name, either by NBSSJBHF PS EFFE QPMM UIFO B DFSUJmFE DPQZ PG B NBSSJBHF DFSUJmDBUF PS EFFE QPMM NVTU BMTP CF QSPWJEFE A number of places are reserved each year on every programme BU UIF *OTUJUVUF GPS NBUVSF BQQMJDBOUT BOE UIFTF QMBDFT BSF mMMFE on a competitive basis. Candidates are scored based on: Second Level-Education (Section 4), Further Education (Section 5),Third-Level Education (Section 6), Work Experience/ Employment/Work in a non-formal setting (Section 7).

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$FSUJmDBUFT TIPVME TIPX EBUFT TVCKFDUT BOE SFTVMUT 5IFZ TIPVME OPU CF PSJHJOBMT UIFZ TIPVME CF QIPUPDPQJFT o DFSUJmFE UZQJDBMMZ by a School stamp. All applicants will be centrally assessed and scored. Final Admissions decisions will be made by the Registrar. WIT will not return original documents. Mature Applicants who are unsuccessful in attaining a place through the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Matureâ&#x20AC;? route NBZ TUJMM DPNQFUF PO -FBWJOH $FSUJmDBUF PS '&5"$ QPJOUT JO Round 1 of the CAO. Mature Applicant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Change of Mind The Change of Mind facility becomes available after 1st May and the closing date is 1st July. The Change of Mind Facility affords mature applicants an opportunity to change the order of preference only of their course choices. If applicants introduce a new programme to their list of choices by way of Change of Mind, they will compete for a place on that programme based on UIFJS -FBWJOH $FSUJmDBUF PS FRVJWBMFOU SFTVMUT POMZ 5IFZ XJMM OPU compete as a mature applicant. Restricted-Application Course â&#x20AC;&#x201C; WD027 BA (Hons) in Music o JG BEEFE GPS UIF mSTU UJNF WJB B $IBOHF PG .JOE JT JOWBMJE BOE will not be considered. Closing date is strictly 1st February for application to this course. Nursing - Applicants may not enter on a Change of Mind any Mature Applicant Course Codes for Nursing (WD816/WD817 & WD820), unless at least one such Mature Course Code was among their choices at 1st February and they have taken the aptitude test in the year they seek admission. Mature Applicant - Decisions & Offers Successful candidates will be offered a place in the highest of their course preferences to which they are entitled (if any). This will be done, independently, in respect of level 8 and level 7/level 6. Applicants may, therefore, receive two offers at the same time, one for the highest level 8 preference to which s/he is entitled and the other for the highest level 7/level 6 preference to which s/he is entitled. Offers to mature applicants are normally made in Round A from the CAO, which normally happens in early July, JO BEWBODF PG UIF -FBWJOH $FSUJmDBUF PGGFST Mature Applicant - Deferral of Places WIT will consider sympathetically requests from applicants, who, having been successful in gaining a place in the Institute, decide that they wish to defer their entry until the following year. Is there anything else I should include in the application? It is important to provide as much relevant information as possible. This could include any state exam results, further education PS UIJSE MFWFM RVBMJmDBUJPOT XPSL FYQFSJFODF PS FYQFSJFODF JO B non-formal setting (charities, clubs etc).

Can I get funding to assist my return to study? If you are currently unemployed, you may be eligible for the Back to Education Allowance scheme. Contact your local Social 8FMGBSF 0GmDF GPS JOGPSNBUJPO Many mature students are eligible for a grant while attending college. Full details are available from www.studentfinance.ie. The grant process can take some time so we advise you to start early. See page 112 for Money Matters. Do I need to have Irish Nationality to apply? No, but to apply through the CAO, you must hold an EU birth DFSUJmDBUF PS QBTTQPSU BOE CF SFTJEFOU JO BO &6 NFNCFS TUBUF GPS UISFF PG UIF mWF ZFBST QSJPS UP FOUSZ UP BO VOEFSHSBEVBUF DPVSTF PS IBWF PGmDJBM SFGVHFF TUBUVT /PO &6 BQQMJDBOUT BSF XFMDPNF CVU XJMM CF TVCKFDU UP GFFT BOE NVTU BQQMZ EJSFDUMZ UP UIF JOUFSOBUJPOBM PGmDF BU 8*5 *O BEEJUJPO JG &OHMJTI JT OPU ZPVS mSTU MBOHVBHF ZPV XJMM CF SFRVJSFE UP QSPWJEF FWJEFODF PG QSPmDJFODZ in the language. For more information see www.wit.ie/international Are there additional supports for mature student? REGSA - The Regional Education Guidance Service for Adults provides information and educational/career guidance and one-to-one consultations to adults who are making choices about returning to education, retraining or up-skilling for a career change. For information, see www.regsa.ie WITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support service: Student Life & Learning UĂ&#x160; Student Life & Learning coordinates a number of activities for registered mature students. These include: mature student induction, various workshops which include study skills and exam techniques. UĂ&#x160; Mature Student Summer School. This is a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;tasterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; programme run in June for adults who are considering returning to education UĂ&#x160; A drop-in service providing advice and support in relation to wider academic and non-academic services, such as course transfers, deferrals, counseling, medical, disability services, and chaplaincy services. UĂ&#x160; 5IF $BSFFST 0GmDF QSPWJEFT TFSWJDFT UP NBUVSF TUVEFOUT For information, see www.wit.ie/sll Informal supports (eg. course leaders, the Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Union, other class mates, other members of clubs and societies) often play a big role in supporting all students at WIT. Disclaimer: All rules & regulations regarding mature applicant selection are DPSSFDU BU UJNF PG QSJOU CVU NBZ CF TVCKFDU UP DIBOHF

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Money matters STUDENT CONTRIBUTION The Student Contribution Charge for the academic year 2014/2015 is €2,750 and is likely to increase to €3,000 for the academic year 2015/2016. The Student Contribution is an annual charge which is set by the ÛiÀ i ÌÊ> `Ê> ÊÌ À`Ê iÛi ÊÃÌÕ`i ÌÃÊ>ÀiÊ >L iÊÌ Ê«>ÞÊ Ì]Ê Õ iÃÃÊÌ iÞÊ >ÛiÊµÕ> wi`Êv ÀÊ>Ê}À> ÌÊÃiiÊLi Ü®° GRANTS -ÌÕ`i ÌÃÊÜ ÊÜ Ã ÊÌ Ê>«« ÞÊv ÀÊ>Ê/ À`Ê iÛi Ê À> ÌÊ ii`Ê to apply directly online to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ài > `®ÊÌ À Õ} www.studentfinance.ie / www.susi.ie As soon as the online application system opens for the 2014/2015 academic year, you will be able to apply online with SUSI. The online application facility will be available through www.studentfinance.ie / www.susi.ie Remember, it is not necessary to have received an offer of a college place or to be enrolled in college in order to apply online. If your grant has been approved, SUSI will pay the Student Contribution Fee directly to the Third Level Institute. Students who have paid full or part fees will be refunded LÞÊÌ iÊ À> ÌÃÊ ` ÃÌÀ>Ì ÀÊ ViÊ-1- Ê >ÛiÊ«> `ÊvÕ ÊviiÃ°

TUITION FEES Tuition Fees are due to the Institute for all undergraduate ÃÌÕì ÌÃ°Ê/ iÊ i«>ÀÌ i ÌÊ vÊ `ÕV>Ì Ê«À Û ìÃÊ>Êº ÀiiÊ Tuition Fee” Scheme. A student who qualifies for “Free Tuition Fees” will be exempt from paying Tuition Fees to WIT and those students who do not qualify for “Free Tuition Fees” will be liable to pay full tuition fees depending on the programme that you choose to complete. i iÀ> ÞÊÃÌÕì ÌÃÊÜ Ê>ÀiÊwÀÃÌÊÌ iÊÕ ìÀ}À>`Õ>ÌiÃÊ pursuing a full time undergraduate programme qualify for Free Fees Funding. However please refer to: www.studentfinance.ie for full details of the “Free Tuition Fee” Scheme. WIT STUDENT CARD This is a €15.00 charged to all first year students for the issue of a student card. This WITcard is required for access to student facilities (Should you already have a valid WIT student ID from previous years, you do not ii`ÊÌ Ê«ÕÀV >ÃiÊ> Ì iÀÊ i®°

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Schools’ liaison "U 8*5 XF LOPX UIBU mOEJOH PVU JOGPSNBUJPO PO all aspects of going to college is important to you. Whether it’s information on courses, entry points, accommodation, sports facilities, social life, clubs and societies, library and computing facilities or any other aspect of the Institute’s academic or social life, the Schools’ Liaison team will help give you the answers. Who should contact us? UÊ Secondary school students considering third-level education UÊ A parent or guardian UÊ School principal UÊ Teacher UÊ Õ `> ViÊ Õ Ãi ÀÃ UÊ Any other person who has an interest in Waterford Institute of Technology Services Provided The Schools’ Liaison team provides the following services: 1. School Visits The team visits schools around Ireland, giving information on WIT’s courses, facilities and services. School visits can be arranged by appointment. 2. Careers Exhibitions The team attends local school/college events, regional and national higher education careers events, including the Irish Times Higher Options, Career Options Cork, and numerous career seminars. 3. Campus Visits Campus tours are an ideal way to come and have a look around ÊÞ ÕÀÊ Ü ÊÌ i]ÊiÝ«iÀ i V }ÊV i}iÊ viÊ>ÌÊwÀÃÌÊ > `°Ê6 Ã ÌÃÊ can also be arranged by appointment. 4. Open Days WIT Open Days provide you with the ideal opportunity to talk to the experts, find out information on your preferred course and what careers are available to you once you’ve completed your studies. Our main open day will take place on Tuesday 10th December 2013, 10.00am to 2.00pm. Enquiries Claire Holden Tel: 051 845533 > \ÊÃV Ã > Ã JÜ Ì° i Web: www.wit.ie/schoolleavers

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