Expand+Course Requirements
Subjects Required
Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics

General Entry Requirements
A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade O6 or H7, with at least two at H5, which must include the subjects Mathematics AND eithe...

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Subjects Required
Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics

General Entry Requirements
A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade O6 or H7, with at least two at H5, which must include the subjects Mathematics AND either English or Irish.

Leaving Certificate Mathematics Requirements
DCU does not award points for the subject of Mathematics at Leaving Certificate Ordinary Alternative or Foundation Level.

This subject will be accepted for admission purposes for the following courses:

BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies
BA in Contemporary Culture and Society
BSc in Education and Training
BA in Journalism
BA in International Relations
BA in Communication Studies
BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht (Irish and Journalism)
Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society)
BSc in Multimedia
Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours)
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Leaving Certificate Subject Combinations
Certain subjects will not be scored separately if they occur in combination with subjects that are similar in content. In each case, the highest individual grade will be scored.

The following six groups of subjects are affected by this:
1 Music and Musicianship, Music A, Music B

2 Economics, Agricultural Economics

3 Physics with Chemistry – if combined with Physics and Chemistry, only two best scored – if combined with Physics or Chemistry, only best scored

4 History, Economics and Economic History – if all three are taken, only the best two will be scored

5 Latin, Classical Studies

6 Greek, Classical Studies

Bonus Points for Honours Mathematics
25 bonus points will continue to be awarded in 2017 for higher level mathematics, at grades H6 and above in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

Expand+Applicants who have a full FETAC Level 5 award in the appropriate qualifications and modules, with a minimum of five distinctions, can be admitted on a competitive basis to certain DCU courses. There are a limited number of places available on course...

Hide-Applicants who have a full FETAC Level 5 award in the appropriate qualifications and modules, with a minimum of five distinctions, can be admitted on a competitive basis to certain DCU courses. There are a limited number of places available on courses.

FETAC has made changes to the CAS (Common Awards System). Please refer to the DCU website for specific details on the range of FETAC awards which link into the university’s Level 8 degree courses.

General Entry Requirements

• Full FETAC Level 5 Certification must be achieved in one single sitting.

• FETAC awards are normally made up of eight minor awards, commonly known as modules.

• Five distinctions from the eight modules must be achieved.

Course Entry Requirements
Additional course requirements are indicated in the details of each course in this prospectus. This requires the attainment of performance in specifically named FETAC Level 5 awards and in some cases, the inclusion of specific modules. For example, for the BSc in Education and Training, students must attain the full FETAC Level 5 award with distinctions in five modules, but three of the distinctions must be in modules that DCU specifies. Please visit www.cao.ie/ index.php?page=fetac_search for the most up-to-date information on course requirements.

Applying to DCU

Candidates make their application to DCU through the CAO and are ranked based on their performance in the eight modules that make up their award. From 2017 the points awarded for FETAC awards will be revised.

Please visit www2.cao.ie/fetac/FETAC_scoring.pdf for scoring information.

Please note
1 A Major Award must be achieved. Component Certificates or Records of Achievement are not acceptable.

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

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

Expand+There are many different ways to enter DCU. While candidates are primarily assessed on the basis of their second level examinations, other assessments are in place for mature students, students from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds, students ...

Hide-There are many different ways to enter DCU. While candidates are primarily assessed on the basis of their second level examinations, other assessments are in place for mature students, students from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds, students with disabilities/specific learning difficulties and transfer students. The university is committed to welcoming students from countries worldwide. For Undergraduate Admissions - General Information please go to: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml

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+Why DCU?
– Generous exemptions from examinations of professional accounting bodies.

– Continued high level of recruitment by all the leading accounting firms.

– Options to specialise in a range of areas, including accounting, finance, market...

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– Generous exemptions from examinations of professional accounting bodies.

– Continued high level of recruitment by all the leading accounting firms.

– Options to specialise in a range of areas, including accounting, finance, marketing, HR and management.

– Three-year course with option for one year Masters.

– Student-friendly, congenial environment with excellent, supportive and friendly lecturers.

- Sponsored prizes from KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Grant Thornton, Mazers, Kavanaghfennel and CIMA - awarded to top students (see course webpage (link below) for more details).

Understanding Accounting and Finance
The BA in Accounting and Finance at DCU is Ireland’s premier degree for those wishing to pursue careers as accountants and financial services professionals. This is an extremely popular course, which was the first of its kind in Ireland, and continues to be highly regarded by the accounting and financial services professions.

About You
Accounting is for logical thinkers. If you like problem solving and are interested in how businesses and organisations operate in adding value to their activities, then this is the course for you. If you have not studied accounting previously, don’t worry, it is not a specific course entry requirement and introductory classes will be provided to give you the basics you will need.

If you are looking for an exciting and dynamic career where you can work in any business sector anywhere in the world, the BA in Accounting and Finance is for you.

Course Structure
The course develops top-quality graduates who can think critically and creatively, and who have technical expertise and well-developed decision-making and problem-solving skills. The goal of the course is to give you in-depth knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects of accounting and finance, as well as an understanding of the business, legal, taxation and IT context of this work. These skills will help you to succeed in accounting, finance, taxation or related careers.

The degree is structured around three main areas:
– Accounting: financial and management accounting are studied from Irish and international perspectives. Taxation, auditing and professional ethics modules are also offered.

– Finance: a thorough foundation in the principles of economics, corporate finance and topics such as investments, is provided.

– Business: a rounded understanding of the principles of business is developed through the study of subjects such as commercial and company law, psychology, marketing, HR, management, communications, IT and business strategy.

If you wish, you may choose to study one of three European languages (French, German or Spanish) as part of the course. You can study a language throughout your degree or drop it after first year, depending on your preference.

Additional Information
This course is recognised by the Teaching Council for teaching Accounting and Business Studies (see page 235 of the UG College Prospectus 2017 - about Teaching Council).

Expand+YEAR ONE
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Accounting Maths
Law
Information Systems
Economics
Digital Innovation,
Creativity and Enterprise.

YEAR TWO
International Accounting
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Quan...

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Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Accounting Maths
Law
Information Systems
Economics
Digital Innovation,
Creativity and Enterprise.

YEAR TWO
International Accounting
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Quantitative Methods
Company Law
Business Ethics
Financial Management
Information Systems

YEAR THREE
Business Strategy
Taxation
Management Accounting
Macroeconomic Policy

The final year also incorporates specialisation in one of the following areas:
Accounting
Finance
Economics
Management

Expand+International Students
Non-native English speakers who do not meet the English language requirements may be eligible to apply to the International Foundation Certificate (IFC) course. This course will help you to achieve the English language requir...

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Non-native English speakers who do not meet the English language requirements may be eligible to apply to the International Foundation Certificate (IFC) course. This course will help you to achieve the English language requirements necessary for entry into this course. It will also help you to adjust to the culture of Irish university learning. See page 124 of the UG college undergraduate prospectus 2017 for full details of the IFC course.

Exemptions
Graduates are granted generous exemptions from the examinations of professional accountancy bodies.

Current exemptions include:
1 Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI): 2.2 Honours graduates – CAP1 Examination: Full exemption.

2 Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA):
Exemption from F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F7, F8, F9 at fundamental
level.

3 Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA): Exemption from C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, P1, P2, F1.

4 Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (ICPAI): Formation Levels: Full exemption; Professional Level 1: Auditing, Corporate Reporting.

5 Irish Taxation Institute (ITI): Exemption from three out of
four papers of Part 1.

Note: All exemptions awarded are subject to annual review and revision by the various professional bodies and are based on students achieving clear passes on completion of specific modules.