Expand+A pass in six subjects with two Higher 5 (H5) grades and four Ordinary 6 (O6) or four Higher 7 (H7) grades to include Mathematics and English or Irish.

Foundation level Mathematics at Grade F2 or higher counts as a subject towards the six passes....

Hide-A pass in six subjects with two Higher 5 (H5) grades and four Ordinary 6 (O6) or four Higher 7 (H7) grades to include Mathematics and English or Irish.

Foundation level Mathematics at Grade F2 or higher counts as a subject towards the six passes.

Results in Foundation Level Irish in the Leaving Certificate, or results in the Leaving Certificate Applied Programme do not satisfy these minimum entry requirements.

Applicants are advised that despite the fact that Foundation Level Mathematics meet the minimum Mathematics requirement for entry into some of our courses, some employers require Ordinary Level Mathematics or higher to meet minimum educational attainment for some positions.

Currently the results in more than one sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination will be counted towards meeting this minimum requirement. However, additional requirements may be specified for some courses. Please check details of the minimum requirement for each course as set out above.

Bonus points for Higher Level Mathematics
25 bonus points will continue to be awarded in 2017 for Higher level Mathematics, at grades H6 and above, in a manner similar to the old scheme.

Expand+Applications From Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) Students

Holders of the LCVP apply in the normal way through the CAO system. Points are awarded on the same basis as per the Leaving Certificate.

The LCVP subject will be consi...

Hide-Applications From Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) Students

Holders of the LCVP apply in the normal way through the CAO system. Points are awarded on the same basis as per the Leaving Certificate.

The LCVP subject will be considered as a passing subject provided the student achieves at least a pass grade. This will apply to entry for Honours Degree (NFQ Level 8), Ordinary Degree (NFQ Level 7) and Higher Certificate (NFQ Level 6) academic courses.

The following points scoring system will be used:
Pass 28
Merit 46
Distinction 66

Expand+Applicants Presenting QQI-FET (Formerly FETAC) Awards (furthermore Denoted As QQI)

The minimum entry requirements for graduates of QQI (Level 5 or 6) awards are as follows:

1. For entry to a Higher Certificate course (NFQ Level 6) and to an A...

Hide-Applicants Presenting QQI-FET (Formerly FETAC) Awards (furthermore Denoted As QQI)

The minimum entry requirements for graduates of QQI (Level 5 or 6) awards are as follows:

1. For entry to a Higher Certificate course (NFQ Level 6) and to an Ab Initio Ordinary Degree course (NFQ Level 7) a full QQI (Level 5 or 6) award is required.

2. For entry to an Ab Initio Honours Degree course (NFQ Level 8) a full QQI (Level 5 or 6) award in a related area and including distinction grades in at least 3 components is required.

For entry to the majority of courses a full award may be accumulated over more than one academic year. In such cases it is the responsibility of the applicant to apply to QQI for a full award. However, for entry to certain courses an award achieved in a single sitting may be required.

Also, for some courses, specific component awards in Mathematics must be included in the QQI award presented for entry. Such requirements are detailed on the ITB website (www.itb. ie/fetac)

Expand+The Institute welcomes applications from mature students and a number of places on each course are reserved for such applicants.

Mature applicants are those who are over 23 years of age on 1st January of the year of entry. Applicants in this cate...

Hide-The Institute welcomes applications from mature students and a number of places on each course are reserved for such applicants.

Mature applicants are those who are over 23 years of age on 1st January of the year of entry. Applicants in this category may be accepted on a course without meeting the formal minimum entry requirements if ITB is satisfied that they have the basic ability and academic foundation to follow the course and to take the examinations successfully. Mature applicants seeking a place on a full-time ITB course must apply through the CAO and are advised to do so by February 1st.

As the number of applications for consideration as mature applicants is increasing, it is necessary to rank applicants for available places.

Mature applicants will be required to demonstrate that they meet the eligibility requirements for third level education via:

1. Assessment of Suitability by ITB OR

2. Leaving Certificate examination results or QQI Level 5 or 6 award

1. Assessment of Suitability by ITB This option applies to mature applicants who do not wish to compete on the basis of a Leaving Certificate examination, QQI level 5 or 6 award or equivalent.

Such applicants will be assessed based on their performance in an assessment which they will be invited to attend at the Institute. Further details available at www.itb.ie.

2. Presentation of Leaving Certificate examination results, QQI Level 5 or 6 award or equivalent

Mature applicants who have completed the Leaving Certificate examination or a full QQI level 5 or 6 award at any time prior to 2017, may wish to compete for a place solely on the basis of these results.

A full QQI award generally consists of 8 modules. A record of achievement or component certificate will not meet the entry requirements. A copy of Leaving Certificate results or QQI Award(s) must be submitted to CAO as part of the application process.

Mature applicants who are demonstrating eligibility via this option must ensure that they have met the minimum entry requirements for the courses for which they have applied by logging on to www.itb.ie or discussing this matter with a member of the Marketing Team on (01) 8851530.

There is a quota on the number of QQI places on BN011 – Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care Level 7 and BN107 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care Level 8 for applicants presenting with QQI awards.

Offers of places are made to successful mature students by CAO in the normal way.

Expand+Early online application (discounted): Fee €25 Closing Date: 20th January 2017 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €40 Closing Date: 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm

Late online application - restrictions apply: Fee: €50 Closing Date: 1st May 2...

Hide-Early online application (discounted): Fee €25 Closing Date: 20th January 2017 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €40 Closing Date: 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm

Late online application - restrictions apply: Fee: €50 Closing Date: 1st May 2017 at 5:15 pm

Change of Mind: Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1st July 2017 5:15 pm

Exceptional online late application - see page 14 of the 2017 CAO Handbook: Fee €50 Closing Date: 22nd July 2017 at 5:15pm

You should avoid submitting an application close to a closing date. No extensions to closing dates will be allowed and all fees are non-refundable.

LATE APPLICATIONS
Late Applications are those which are received after 5:15pm on 1st February 2017 and will be accepted up to 5:15pm on 1st May 2017, subject to the restricitions listed on page 3 of the 2017 CAO Handbook.

Late Applications (Exception to Timetable)
The exceptional closing date of 22nd of July at 5:15pm applies only to applicants who are currently undergraduate students in any year in any one of the participating HEIs (subject to the exclusions listed below). In order to avail of the Exceptional Late Application facility you must have entered the HEI through the CAO system.

If you did not enter your current course through the CAO system, you must first contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which you wish to apply and they will inform you if you may submit an application direct to the institution.

Exclusions:
You may submit a late application only for entry to courses other than your existing course. If you wish to repeat the year in the same course you must arrange this within your HEI.

Mary Immaculate College Limerick, Trinity College Dublin and the University of Limerick have special procedures in place in the case of current or previous students who wish to apply for entry to another course in the same HEI. Such applicants must contact their Admissions Office to determine the application procedure. However, if you are a student in another HEI and you wish to apply to any of these three HEIs, you should apply through CAO.

Refer to page 15 of the 2017 CAO Handbook on how to make an Exceptional Late Application.

Restricted-category Applicants
Mature applicants – most HEIs will require mature applicants, who wish to be assessed on mature grounds, to have applied to CAO by 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm. (This restriction does not apply if the applicant wishes to be considered on the basis of school leaving qualifications only.) For more information about applying to CAO on the basis of mature years go to www.cao.ie/mature.

Applying for the HEAR and/or DARE schemes – to be considered for the HEAR and/or DARE schemes applicants must have registered on the CAO system by 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm and must have completed the HEAR/DARE application form by 1st March 2017 at 5:15pm – supporting documents must be sent to CAO offices before 1st April 2017 at 5:15pm.

Expand+What
This dynamic and exciting course will provide all the practical, creative and technical skills you need to succeed in the digital society and the creative industries. With an academic team rich in industry and creative experience, it is fast b...

Hide-What
This dynamic and exciting course will provide all the practical, creative and technical skills you need to succeed in the digital society and the creative industries. With an academic team rich in industry and creative experience, it is fast becoming the course of choice for prospective digital creatives.

Why
The digital media industry has been accorded a ‘high priority’ status by the Irish government with excellent employment prospects for graduates. If you want to open up a range of career opportunities in this area like web design, app and game development, digital marketing, visual and interactive design, video and audio production, photography and filmmaking then this is the course for you. This new and dynamic sector is one of the success stories of the Irish economy.

At ITB we believe we have one of the best new digital media offerings in the country. State of the art mac labs and digital media hardware allow our students to gain first hand experience of cutting edge industry tools and techniques. But a course is only as good as the lecturers who teach on it and we believe we have some of the best in the sector. Our academic team consists of practicing artists, designers, industry consultants, filmmakers, photographers, web designers and technology experts. View their profiles and work on www.creativedigitalmedia.ie.

Who
Creatives, thinkers, those with a passion for their work, the course offers a range of choice for students with different skill sets and talents. We’ll help you find and develop your creativity and we’ll give you the tools and techniques to express it. Our student groups blend film makers and web designers, app developers and illustrators, into a creative and exciting mix. We look for students who have passion and flair with good visual awareness, an interest in the internet and technology, and an understanding of how technology can be applied in creative and interesting ways.

How
Our state of the art digital media labs are equipped with cutting edge hardware and industry standard software. Take a walk through them on any given day and you’ll find them occupied by aspiring film makers, app developers, designers and more. It’s an amazing mix of creative talent. We have a wide range of digital photography, video and film equipment which is available for student work and projects. Work placement is an integral part of this course in year three, with students availing of placements in many of Dublin’s leading digital agencies.

By concentrating on digital creativity, and mixing theory with practical work, the course prepares you for success in the evolving creative digital industry and beyond. Working together with like-minded people you will discover how to unlock your own creativity and learn how to tap into your own store of ideas for developing projects.

Over time you will have the opportunity to specialise in a particular area of interest to expert level. We encourage students to exhibit their work on a local and national stage and many have won awards and recognition for their efforts. Close academic supervision and peer inputs allow our students to develop work to professional standards and beyond.

But don’t just take our word for it. Why not pay a visit to the course website where you can view samples of the students work and learn more about what’s on offer.
Visit www.creativedigitalmedia.ie.

Expand+Year 1
• Introduction to Digital Media
• Digital Photography
• Web Development 1 and 2
• Personal Development
• Visual Creativity
• Storytelling & Narrative
• Studio Photography & Image Production
• Design Process & Practice
• Universal Des...

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• Introduction to Digital Media
• Digital Photography
• Web Development 1 and 2
• Personal Development
• Visual Creativity
• Storytelling & Narrative
• Studio Photography & Image Production
• Design Process & Practice
• Universal Design

Year 2
• Group Project (Phase 1 and Phase 2)
• Visual Design Fundamentals
• Website Design 1 and 2
• Digital Video Techniques
• Multimedia Development 1 and 2
• Website Design 2
• Digital Audio
• Documentary Filmmaking

Year 3
• Brand Identity Design
• Drama Filmmaking
• Content Management Systems
• Professional Practice
• Sound Design
• Digital Media within Society

Electives
• Work Experience
• Professional Project
• Digital Marketing
• 3D Environments

Note: Students who opt for the work experience module only need to select one other elective listed above. Students who decide not to do the work experience module must undertake the other three electives listed above.

The choice of electives are indicative and dependent upon learner demand and resource availability and may vary from year to year.

Year 4
• Creative Practice Thinking
• Final Year Project (Phase 1 and Phase 2)
• Critical Theory
• Professional Digital Video
• Application Design and Development
• User Experience Design
• Culture, Media and Technology
• Advanced Post Production