Expand+Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher Level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or four H7 (H...

Hide-Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher Level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.

In addition, applicants must hold a minimum grade O3/H7 in Mathematics.

A Special Mathematics (Higher Level) Examination will be offered at UL following the Leaving Certificate results for those students who did not achieve the Mathematics requirement.

Irish Leaving Certificate Applicants

Minimum Entry Requirements

Degree
An applicant is expected to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate with a minimum of six subjects which must include:

• Two H5 (Higher Level) grades; and
• Four O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades.

Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.

Certificate/Diploma Equine Science
An applicant is expected to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate with at least five O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or five H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English. Candidates wishing to transfer to the follow-on Diploma programme in Equine Science will require at least a Second Class Honours award at Certificate level. Graduates obtaining at least a Second Class Honours in the Diploma will be considered for entry to year 4 of the B.Sc. in Equine Science.

Special Mathematics Entrance Examination
The University holds a special mathematics entrance examination in August each year for students who achieve sufficient CAO entry points and satisfy all other entrance requirements, but who do not achieve the requisite grade in Higher Level Mathematics in the Leaving Certificate for Faculty of Science and Engineering undergraduate degrees. Candidates who pass this special examination are deemed to have satisfied the Higher Level Mathematics entry requirement for all programmes run by the Faculty of Science & Engineering. Further information and an application form is available from www.ul.ie/admissions

Computer Studies Course
The University of Limerick is involved, in association with a number of schools, in the delivery of a Computer Studies course. A passing grade in the Computer Studies course is deemed equivalent to a Leaving Certificate subject for eligibility and scoring. Further information from the Undergraduate Admissions Office.

Specific Subject Requirements for Individual Programmes Specific subject requirements for individual programmes are detailed above. It should be noted that candidates may continue to fulfill minimum and specific subject requirements from more than one sitting of the Leaving Certificate. Foundation Mathematics, Foundation Irish and Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) do not satisfy specific subject requirements.

Competitive Entry
Due to the number and calibre of applicants, qualified candidates to all undergraduate degree programmes who satisfy the minimum and specific entry requirements outlined above, are placed in order of merit based on a points system. The system operates as follows:

• Points are awarded for all Leaving Certificate Higher and Ordinary Level Subjects based on the grades achieved in each subject with the exception of the following subjects o Foundation Mathematics o Foundation Irish

• Points are awarded for the best six subjects.

• Where applicable the LCVP can be considered for points purposes provided the minimum entry requirements and specific subject requirements are satisfied.

• The six subjects must be taken at any one sitting of the Leaving Certificate.

• An additional score of 25 points is awarded for grades H1 to H6 in the Higher Leaving Mathematics. The additional scores apply only where it is included as one of the applicant’s best 6 subjects.

The following rules apply to combinations of subjects when computing an applicant’s point score. These rules also apply in fulfilling minimum entry requirements:

• Physics, Physics and Chemistry count as one subject;

• Chemistry, Physics and Chemistry count as one subject;

• Physics, Chemistry and Physics, and Chemistry count as two subjects,

• Home Economics (Scientific and Social), Home Economics (General) and Home Economics (Single course), any combination counts as one subject.

• English, English Composition count as one subject.

• Music, Music and Musicianship, Music and Musicianship A, Music and Musicianship B, any combination counts as one subject.

• Agricultural Economics, History, Economics, Economic History count as three subjects.

• Any two or three subject combination of: History, Economics, Economic History, Agricultural Economics, counts as two subjects except when Agricultural Economics and Economics are combined in which case they count as one subject.

Bonus points are ONLY awarded for Higher Level Mathematics at Grade H6 and above and where it is included as one of the applicants best six subjects.

Expand+We welcome applications from mature students. Mature applicants must apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February.

Mature Entry
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants may apply for consideration on the grounds of mature years...

Hide-We welcome applications from mature students. Mature applicants must apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February.

Mature Entry
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants may apply for consideration on the grounds of mature years. Applicants must be at least 23 years of age on 1st January in the year of entry.

Selection and Assessment
Admission to Nursing and Midwifery Programmes
Mature applicants to degree programmes in General, Mental Health, Intellectual Disability Nursing and Midwifery must undertake a written assessment test. This test is run by the Public Appointments Service (PAS) on behalf of the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). The test is usually held in April. Mature applicants seeking further information on application to degree programmes in Nursing, and in Midwifery, should also consult the booklet “Nursing/ Midwifery a Career for You” available from:

Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland
Telephone: 01 6398528
Email: careersinformation@nmbi.ie
Web: www.nursingcareers.ie

Admission to LM089 Sports and Exercise Sciences, LM100 Physiotherapy and LM102 Psychology

In the case of LM089 Sports and Exercise Sciences, LM100 Physiotherapy and LM102 Psychology applicants are required to undertake the Mature Students Admissions Pathway (MSAP) test. There is one sitting of the test annually, usually in March. Further details, including test date and test centres, are available from http://msap-ie.acer.edu.au.

The test is designed to assess a range of competencies considered important for success in higher education studies. The purpose of the test is to assess ability to understand and analyse material, to think critically about issues and to organise and express thoughts in a logical and effective way.

Admission to LM103 Paramedic Studies Mature applicants to LM103 Paramedic Studies are assessed for places by means of a written assessment test and subsequent interview.

Admission to all other programmes
Each mature applicant is considered on an individual basis. Applicants are expected to provide details on the CAO form of their highest qualification to date, current studies, post-secondary education, second level education, non-certificate courses, employment or voluntary work, English language proficiency (if applicable), references, statement of interest and hobbies/interests. See admissions.ul.ie for full details on the supporting documentation required for different programmes.

All applicants must also provide a tailored personal statement for each programme of study being applied for. The detail provided in the personal statement is an important part of the assessment process as it allows the applicant to outline:

• Reasons for wishing to undertake this particular degree

• Programme’s potential contribution to future career or life plans

• Highlight relevant experiences or skills gained through employment, voluntary work, or personal interests which have prepared you to undertake this degree programme

• Knowledge and understanding of the career area in which you are interested

• Preparation made for undertaking this degree programme

Mature Student Access Certificate
The Mature Student Access Certificate is a one year pre-degree course designed for prospective mature students who feel that they need a foundation level of study before starting a degree course. The programme prepares students for third-level education by facilitating the development of key learning and academic skills through subjects such as Study Skills, Computer Skills, Educational Guidance, Maths and a choice of Engineering, Science, Humanities or Business. On successful completion of the programme students can progress directly onto a range of designated degree programmes in UL. Applicants must be at least 22 years of age by 1st January of the year of registration for this programme. Contact the Mature Student Office for further details.

Supports for Mature Students
A number of supports are available to mature students through the Mature Student Office. Further information is available in the Mature Student Handbook. For copies of the handbook and further information please contact the Mature Student Office: Telephone 061 202735 Email mso@ul.ie or www.ul.ie/mso

Expand+Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20th January 2018 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1st February 2018 at 5:15pm

Late online application - restrictions apply: Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1st May 2...

Hide-Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20th January 2018 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1st February 2018 at 5:15pm

Late online application - restrictions apply: Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1st May 2018 at 5:15 pm

Change of Mind - restrictions apply: Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1st July 2018 5:15 pm

Exceptional online late application - see page 14 of the 2018 CAO Handbook: Fee €60 Closing Date: 22nd July 2018 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 2018 and will be accepted up to 5:15pm on 1st May 2018, subject to the restricitions listed on page 3 of the 2018 CAO Handbook. The online facility for late applications opens on the 5th March 2018 at 12:00 noon - a fee of €60 applies.

Exceptional Late Applications (Exception to the 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, University of Limerick, Maynooth University and Galway Mayo Institute of Technology 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 five HEIs, you should apply through CAO.

Refer to page 15 of the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 at 5:15pm and must have completed the HEAR/DARE application form by 1st March 2018 at 5:15pm – supporting documents must be sent to CAO offices before 1st April 2018 at 5:15pm.

Expand+About you
This course may suit you if:
• You are interested in the digital audio and video art industry
• You are keen to know how digital technologies are used and how they can make a difference in people’s lives;
• You would like to combine hi...

Hide-About you
This course may suit you if:
• You are interested in the digital audio and video art industry
• You are keen to know how digital technologies are used and how they can make a difference in people’s lives;
• You would like to combine highly technological skills with artistic and creative endeavour
• You are interested in developing creative ideas into new interactive products;
• You enjoy learning about the latest advances that inform the digital arts domain
• You are interested in gaining technical expertise in digital media development, but want to integrate technical knowledge with social and design understanding

Why study Creative Media and Interaction Design at UL? The Faculty of Science and Engineering currently offers a number of degree courses oriented around creative technologies and industries. This programme allows you to take a variety of subjects centred on a human approach to computing technologies before deciding to choose a specific course. On entry into the Creative Media and Interaction Design programme, two different B.Sc. courses will be open to you as follows:

• Music Media and Performance Technology
• Digital Media Design

The BSc in Music, Media & Performance Technology develops the technical and creative skills required to be successful media practitioners in both the music, video and media industries. The aim of the programme is to equip students with the ability to make a significant contribution to the continuing development and growth of the media arts, media industries and more broadly across other sectors that use digital media technologies for creative applications.

The B.Sc. in Digital Media Design develops the technical, creative and analytical skills needed to be successful media practitioners in both the Irish and global digital media industries. The design of digital media for human use is a crucial skill in contemporary society: How to design the content and interaction for websites? How to improve the usability and usefulness of portable devices? How to design a new killer app for smart phones? How to create new ways to engage and connect people through the use of interactive technologies?

Why study Digital Media Design at UL?
Think about an average day: checking messages on your mobile phone; buying a game on line; using wireless connection to update your social networking profile. People’s lives are continuously shaped by interaction with a variety of media. More recently, interactive digital media have increasingly become a support to work, study, travel, entertainment and other daily activities. The knowledge, skills and sensitivity to design interactive media technologies are key skills in contemporary society.

The B.Sc. in Digital Media Design develops the technical, creative and analytical skills needed to be successful media practitioners in both the Irish and global digital media industries. The design of digital media for human use is a crucial skill in contemporary society: How to design the content and interaction for websites? How to improve the usability and usefulness of portable devices? How to design a new killer app for smart phones? How to create new ways to engage and connect people through the use of interactive technologies?

The aim of the programme in Digital Media Design is to equip you with degree level competence in new interactive media technologies. On graduation, you will be capable of making a significant contribution to the development of the Digital Media industry. This programme will;

• Provide you with the expertise in the use of a variety of audio, video and interactive digital media

• Give you an understanding of the human and social issues surrounding the use of digital media

• Introduce you to a range of design disciplines relevant for interactive digital media design

• Support you in developing the knowledge and professional skills you will need for an active role in the diverse field of digital media.

Why study Music, Media and Performance Technology at UL?
The BSc in Music, Media & Performance Technology will develop the technical and creative skills required to be successful media practitioners in both the music and media industries. The programme involves both small group and individual tuition to help you to develop digital instrumental and media skills, as well as seminar, class and laboratory-based learning. The course emphasises the principles and application of digital media practice.

The aim of the programme is to equip you with degree level competence in music, media and performance technologies. On graduation, you will be capable of making a significant contribution to the continuing development and growth of the Digital Arts, the Music Technology and Media industries and more broadly across other sectors that use digital media technologies.

Facilities include professional grade digital recording studios, with a composition suite and post production facility based around industry standard hard disk recording systems (Pro Tools and Logic Pro) and includes dedicated facilities for surround sound mixing and mastering. In addition to professional grade video recorders and editing equipment, a new dedicated digital media laboratory provides state of the art software and hardware for both audio and video applications.

This programme will;
• Give you expertise in music and video digital media technologies
• Teach you the skills required for the creative use of music and video digital media
• Help you to acquire the expertise needed for you to take an active role in the diverse field of digital media
• Support you in your development of a critical and independent approach to problem solving that will help you to reach your full potential throughout your career
• Enhance your capacity to learn independently, by your own resources

The course is one of a pair of sister courses - the other being the BSc in Digital Media Design. These two courses offer different yet related perspectives and training in digital media, while sharing modules and approaches. The BSc in Music, Media & Performance Technology is focussed on the technical principles and theory of digital media and their creative use in video, music and performance.

Expand+What you will study
These two programs require three years of study in addition to the one year for LM122. Creative Media and Interaction Design offers exposure to a variety of subjects relating to different areas of computing, art and interaction....

Hide-What you will study
These two programs require three years of study in addition to the one year for LM122. Creative Media and Interaction Design offers exposure to a variety of subjects relating to different areas of computing, art and interaction. Our well-equipped and modern laboratories will enable you to acquire the practical experience and skills, with confidence.

You will follow a common first semester programme of study, and then you will specify your preference for one of the above two courses. In the event that a programme is over-subscribed, places will be allocated based on UL exam performance.

What you will study? - Digital Media Design
The unique feature of this course is that it focuses on training a new type of interdisciplinary graduate who combines technological competence with design expertise and an understanding of human and social activity. This Digital Media Design course is offered full time, over four years, and investigates digital media at the intersection between technology, creative design and the human sciences.

Topics include:
• Creative design techniques, interaction design, collaborative concept design and visualization

• Technical, mathematical and software foundations of digital media

• The psychological and sociological context and understanding of digital media

By the end of this course, you will have the skills to think creatively and apply innovative solutions to a wide range of interaction design problems. More information on http://dmd.csis.ul.ie

What you will study? - Media or Performance Technology
The unique feature of this course is that it focuses on training a new type of interdisciplinary graduate who combines technological competence with artistic and creative endeavour. This four year honours degree programme is offered on a full time basis. During that time, you will learn;

• The creative implementation of digital media
• The development of both audio-visual software tools (programming) and of real-time audio-visual performances (artistic skills)
• Individual and small group practice is based around active practitioners; e.g. musicians, composers, video artists, video producers and directors
• Mathematical and technical aspects of electronic media, how people perceive multimedia sound and image
• The theory, principles and application of digital audio and video and the issues arising from these principles in practice
• Student-driven development of projects in directed study through electives agreed with the course board, e.g. ethnomusicology and musicology To find out more, go to www.csis.ul.ie

Expand+Key Fact
This programme allows you to take a variety of subjects centered on a human approach to computing technologies, before deciding to choose a specific course.

KEY FACT - Digital Media Design
This programme will provide you with expertise ...

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This programme allows you to take a variety of subjects centered on a human approach to computing technologies, before deciding to choose a specific course.

KEY FACT - Digital Media Design
This programme will provide you with expertise in the design of interactive digital media and outstanding user experiences.

Key Facts - Media & Performance Technology
If you are a creative individual with an interest in music technology, visual arts and computers, then this course might suit you.

Expand+Career Opportunities
The career opportunities will depend primarily on the BSc course chosen by you, typical areas are:

Music Media & Performance Technology:
Multimedia Programmer-Artist; Software Developer for Digital Art Applications; Sound a...

Hide-Career Opportunities
The career opportunities will depend primarily on the BSc course chosen by you, typical areas are:

Music Media & Performance Technology:
Multimedia Programmer-Artist; Software Developer for Digital Art Applications; Sound and Video Engineer; Video Editor; Audio- Visual Post Production; Radio and Television Broadcasting; Audio- Visual Artist; Researcher in Media, Music and Visuals

Digital Media Design:
Interaction Designer; User Experience Designer; Web Designer; Social Media Specialist; User Interface Designer; Usability Specialist; Multimedia Developer; Multimedia Project Coordinator; Design Consultant; Interaction Design Researcher. Both courses offer attractive postgraduate options, both nationally and internationally, leading to Masters and PhDs awards.

Digital Media Design Career Opportunities
Careers open to you with a degree in Digital Media Design include;
• Interaction Designer
• User Experience Designer
• Web Designer
• Social Media Specialist
• User Interface Designer
• Usability Specialist
• Multimedia Developer
• Multimedia Project Coordinator
• Design Consultant
• Interaction Design Researcher

Graduates from this course will be equipped to create and develop interactive multimedia projects. They will have acquired a sophisticated understanding of the aesthetic and technical issues involved. There is an increasing need for graduates with the ability to cross social and technical boundaries, in order to exploit the opportunities offered by computer technology in a range of industries and services such as recording, general media, broadcasting and education.

Follow-On Study
Related postgraduate courses at UL include;
• MA/MSc in Interactive Media
• MA/MSc in Music Technology

Career Opportunities - Media & Performance Technology
Careers open to you with a degree in Music, Media and Performance Technology include:
• Multimedia Programmer-Artist
• Software Developer for Digital Art Applications
• Sound and Video Engineer
• Video Editor
• Audio-Visual Post Production
• Radio and Television Broadcasting
• Audio-Visual Artist
• Researcher in Media, Music and Visuals

The programme prepares students for careers in Audio and Video Technology and Arts. You will develop your knowledge within an academic setting where experimentation and creativity are encouraged. Graduates will be equipped to create and develop interactive music and multimedia projects. They will have acquired a sophisticated understanding of the aesthetic and technical issues involved.

There is an increasing need for graduates with the openness to cross technical and artistic boundaries and develop the use of computer technology in a range of industries and services such as recording, general media, broadcasting and education.

Follow-On Study
Our graduates learn a broad range of theory and practices in all digital media. They are prepared to do MA/MSc or PhD research in music technology, video, performance and interactive technologies, creative application design, human computer interaction and many other media-related courses. Related postgraduate courses at UL include:

• MA/MSc in Interactive Media
• MA/MSc in Music Technology