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1 The best six results in one Leaving Certificate examination will be counted for points computation.
2 One sitting only of the Leaving Certificate examination will be counted for points purposes.
3 Common Bonus Points for ...

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1 The best six results in one Leaving Certificate examination will be counted for points computation.
2 One sitting only of the Leaving Certificate examination will be counted for points purposes.
3 Common Bonus Points for Higher Level Mathematics.

Bonus Points for Higher Level Mathematics
A bonus of 25 points continues to be allocated to applicants who achieve a Grade H6 or better in higher Mathematics. This means that the maximum cumulative Leaving Certificate points total will increase from 600 to 625 (existing maximum points plus bonus points).

Foundation Level
Institute of Technology Carlow recognise Foundation Level grades for the purposes of admission to Higher education under the following criteria:

• Foundation level Mathematics is accepted as one of the five subjects required for entry to those programmes where Mathematics is not a requirement.

• Foundation level Irish at F3 level will meet the minimum language requirement. No points are awarded.

Foundation Level grades and Points (from 2017)
F1 20
F2 12
F3 0

Garda Vetting of Students
Certain courses at Institute of Technology Carlow include work placements which may involve close contact with young children or vulnerable adults. Students undertaking these courses must undergo the Garda vetting procedure.

Registration for these courses will be conditional and places may be subsequently withdrawn if students do not successfully complete the Garda vetting process. For more information on the courses requiring Garda vetting, please visit: www.itcarlow.ie

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Entry requirements – Honours Bachelor Degrees – NFQ Level 8
Institute of Technology Carlow awards points for results in the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme Link Modules. This link module can be ...

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Entry requirements – Honours Bachelor Degrees – NFQ Level 8
Institute of Technology Carlow awards points for results in the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme Link Modules. This link module can be used in place of a sixth Leaving Certificate subject and will be accepted as meeting the six subject eligibility requirement for entry to Honours Degree courses.

Entry requirements – Ordinary Bachelor Degree (NFQ Level 7) and Higher Certificate (Level 6)
The LCVP link module can also be used in place of a fifth Leaving Certificate subject and will be accepted as meeting the five subject eligibility requirement for entry to Ordinary Bachelor Degree and Higher Certificate Courses.

LCVP Link Modules Grade
Distinction Points 66
Merit Points 46
Pass Points 28

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QQI-FET (FETAC)
Students who have completed a full QQI-FET award at Level 5, and achieved at least three distinctions, are eligible to apply through CAO for entry to Year 1 on to Level 6, 7 and 8
courses. Students who have completed ...

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QQI-FET (FETAC)
Students who have completed a full QQI-FET award at Level 5, and achieved at least three distinctions, are eligible to apply through CAO for entry to Year 1 on to Level 6, 7 and 8
courses. Students who have completed a full QQI-FET award at Level 6 may be eligible to enter Year 2.

Revised Scoring for QQI-FET Awards
The maximum possible points awarded through QQI-FET is 390. The scoring system only applies where all of the requirements for the major award are met i.e. where the named component awards specified have been achieved to a minimum of 120 credits. The maximum possible total score of 360 will be multiplied by 13 and divided by 12, to give a revised maximum overall points score of 390 for applicants from further education and training.

Institute of Technology Carlow will continue to reserve places for Applicants presenting one of he QQI-FET (FETAC) Awards on most courses. For more information visit: www.itcarlow.ie or www.cao.ie

QQI-FET Link Scheme
Institute of Technology Carlow has signed formal agreements with a number of Education and Training Boards (ETB) and over 40 Further Education Colleges to ensure greater access to Higher Education. These agreements allow students in the linked Further Education Colleges “enhanced progression” into Higher Education Programmes at the Institute via a defined Institute of Technology Carlow transition to Higher Education initiative.

Applicants from Further Education Colleges are advised to contact their Guidance Counsellor to see if their course and college are part of this Institute of Technology Carlow scheme.

QQI-FET Link Scheme
Institute of Technology Carlow has signed formal agreements with a number of Education and Training Boards (ETB) and almost 50 Further Education Colleges to ensure greater access to Higher Education. These agreements allow students in the linked Further Education Colleges “enhanced progression” into higher education programmes at the Institute via a defined Institute of Technology Carlow
transition to higher education initiative.

Applicants from Further Education Colleges are advised to contact their guidance counsellor to see if their course and college are part of this Institute of Technology Carlow scheme.

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Mature student applicants must be 23 years of age, or over, on 1st January of the year of entry to a course. Mature student applicants will be assessed on an individual basis and may be interviewed. Mature student applicant...

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Mature student applicants must be 23 years of age, or over, on 1st January of the year of entry to a course. Mature student applicants will be assessed on an individual basis and may be interviewed. Mature student applicants are not required to meet the normal minimum entry requirements but a place will only be offered to those applicants who have a reasonable prospect of completing their chosen course. Mature student applicants are advised to provide as much information as possible on previous qualifications and experience.

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Applications will also be considered from applicants holding qualifications other than Leaving Certificate. Such applicants should also apply via the CAO. Applicants should tick the relevant box/ boxes for special categorie...

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Applications will also be considered from applicants holding qualifications other than Leaving Certificate. Such applicants should also apply via the CAO. Applicants should tick the relevant box/ boxes for special categories on the non-standard CAO application.

All non-standard applications are processed on an individual basis by IT Carlow.

For further information about applications and admissions, please contact the IT Carlow Admissions Office at admissions@itcarlow.ie

Any enquiries relating to an application that has already been submitted should include the CAO application number.

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* Fees may be subject to change in 2022/23

Certificate Year 1
Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution NIL Total Due NIL
Non Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contri...

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Certificate Year 1
Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution NIL Total Due NIL
Non Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution €3,000 Total Due €3,000

Certificate Year 2
Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution NIL Total Due NIL
Non Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution €3000 Total Due €3000

Degree Year 1/2/3
Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution Fee NIL Total Due NIL
Non Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution €3,000 Total Due €3,000

Honours Degree Year 1/2/3/4
Maintenance Grant Holder (Vocational Education Committee)
Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution Fee NIL Total Due NIL
Non Maintenance Grant Holder Tuition Fee NIL Student Contribution €3,000 Total Due €3,000

Notes
When students undertake a course at a third-level institution, they are liable to pay both tuition fees for the course, and a student contribution fee. The amount of the tuition fee is dependent on the course undertaken.

However, under the terms of the Free Fees Initiative, many undergraduate students attending publicly funded third-level courses do not have to pay the tuition element of the annual
fees. Instead, the Department of Education and Skills pays this fee to the third-level institutions. In order to qualify for free fees, you must satisfy three tests:

– The Nationality Test
– The Residency Test
– The Previous Studies Test.

Students who qualify for free course fees are those who are citizens of Member States of the European Union, who are undertaking full-time Undergraduate programmes at Higher Certificate, Ordinary Degree and Honours Degree Level for the first time.

Repeat students or students taking a second undergraduate course should contact the Admissions Office at IT Carlow for fee information.

Non EU applicants should contact the International Office at IT Carlow for fee information.

Tuition fees are determined annually by the Higher Education Authority and are currently under review for 2022/23.

Student contribution fess
The Free Fees Initiative covers the cost of the Tuition Fee payable and DOES NOT include the Student Contribution Fee.

All students are required to pay the Student Contribution Fee of €3,000 unless they have confirmation of an approved grant award. Student Contribution Fees are payable for each year of the course.

Tax relief
Families may be able to claim tax relief on tuition fees. Families that pay student contributions for more than one student in a year will also be able to claim tax relief on the second and subsequent student contribution fees. For further information see www.revenue.ie

The Institute of Technology Carlow wishes to acknowledge the contribution made by the Department of Education and Skills and the European Union towards funding both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

For further information about tuition or student contribution fees, visit www.studentfinance.ie or contact the IT Carlow Admissions office.

IT Carlow Admissions Office
T: 059 9175174
Email: admissions@itcarlow.ie

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All students are required to pay the Student Contribution Fee. Students who do not have the means to afford this payment are entitled to apply for assistance in the form of a grant from the government. The Department of Education a...

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All students are required to pay the Student Contribution Fee. Students who do not have the means to afford this payment are entitled to apply for assistance in the form of a grant from the government. The Department of Education and Skills funds student support schemes including assistance towards student contribution fees and full maintenance support. Assistance is provided through a means-tested grant system operated by the Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). A guide to grant assistance available under these schemes is available at www.education.ie or www.studentfinance.ie

During the academic session, queries in relation to grant payments are dealt with on a daily basis by the grants office.

Where to Apply
All students entering a NEW course in 2022/23 should apply online at www.susi.ie. This includes students who are completing a Level 6/7 course and progressing with their studies to a Level 7/8.

Students who are awarded Maintenance Grants will have payments made directly by SUSI into the bank account designated by the student.

Payments are subject to the students continued registration and attendance on their course.

Academic Scholarships
Institute of Technology Carlow rewards high achieving students by offering academic scholarships for students entering their first year of college. This programme, which sees the Institute offer scholarships on the basis of Leaving Certificate performance, is one of the most generous in the
country.

Find out more on our website: www.itcarlow.ie/academicscholarship

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Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2022 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2022 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2022 CAO Hand...

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Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2022 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2022 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2022 CAO Handbook): Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1 May 2022 at 5pm

Change of Mind - restrictions apply (see page 3 2022 CAO Handbook): Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1 July 2022 at 5pm

Exceptional online late application (see page 31 of the 2022 CAO Handbook): Fee €60 Closing Date: 22 July 2022 at 5pm

Be sure to complete any action well in advance of closing dates. You should avoid making an application close to a closing date. No extensions to closing dates will be allowed and all application fees are non-refundable.

LATE APPLICATIONS
Late Applications are those which are received after 5pm on 1 February 2022. The closing date for late applications is 5pm on 1 May 2022, subject to the restrictions listed on page 3 of the 2022 CAO Handbook. The online facility for late applications opens on the 4 March 2022 at 12:00 noon - a fee of €60 applies.

Exceptional Late Applications (Exception to the timetable)
The exceptional closing date of 22 July at 5pm applies only to applicants who are registered as an undergraduate student on 1 May 2022 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, Marino Institute of Education, 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 six HEIs, you should apply through CAO.

Refer to page 31 of the 2022 CAO Handbook on how to make an Exceptional Late Application.

Restrictions
As a CAO applicant you may experience one or more of the following restrictions based on your course choices, your category of application, or restrictions imposed by the HEIs that you wish to apply to. Please read the section on 'Restrictions' on page 3 of the 2022 CAO Handbook carefully. This section includes information on:

General Restricitons
1. Making a late application
2. Making changes to your course choices

Restricted Courses
3. Applying for a restricted course

Mature Applicants
4. Mature applicants

Supplementary Admissions Routes
5. Applying for DARE and/or HEAR

Expand+What is Robotics and Automated Systems?
Robotics and automated systems continue to grow in importance within manufacturing and industrial production systems as companies leverage their ability to advance manufacturing and increase production...

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Robotics and automated systems continue to grow in importance within manufacturing and industrial production systems as companies leverage their ability to advance manufacturing and increase production. Robots have an impressive range of applications e.g. packaging, welding, painting, machining, inspecting parts to name a few and find application in almost every industry such as pharmaceutical, chemical, automotive, healthcare, agricultural etc.

Robotics and automated systems is a multidisciplinary area that combines electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science. In particular, it includes embedded programming, control systems, automated decision making, and power electronics. Due to the level of technicality involved in this specialized and interdisciplinary field, there is a shortage of qualified graduates and personnel in the industry.

Course Structure
The programme is based on three pillars: electronics, mechanics and computing, enabling candidates to acquire knowledge, skill and expertise to design, develop, commission and maintain robotics and automated systems in a variety of environments and applications for relevant industries. This programme is designed to produce an adaptable graduate, capable of working across present and future industries where robotic and automated systems are employed.

Exit Awards
Higher Certificate in Robotics and Automated Systems (NFQ Level 6) after Year 2, Bachelor of Electronic Engineering (NFQ Level 7) after Year 3.

Special Features

• This course is designed to have a good balance between theory, practical laboratory classes & hands-on project-based learning exercises.

• Access to Robotics and Automated Systems laboratory equipment and resources on campus as well as computer software, tools & simulation labs.

• Work placement and project collaboration opportunities exist with leading Robotics and Automation companies which are based here in Ireland.

Expand+What subjects will I study?

YEAR 1 (Level 7 & 8)

Semester 1
Electrical & Electronic Fundamentals
Robotics Programming 1
Computer Aided Drafting
Engineering Mathematics 1
Static Mechanics

Semester 2
Robotics Project
Engineering Mathema...

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YEAR 1 (Level 7 & 8)

Semester 1
Electrical & Electronic Fundamentals
Robotics Programming 1
Computer Aided Drafting
Engineering Mathematics 1
Static Mechanics

Semester 2
Robotics Project
Engineering Mathematics 2
Dynamic Mechanics
Electrical & Electronic Circuits

YEAR 2 (Level 7 & 8)

Semester 3
Engineering Mathematics 3
Robotics Programming 2
Industrial Automation and Robotics
Drives and Actuators
Dynamics 2

Semester 4
Engineering Mathematics 4
Embedded Systems 1
Introduction to systems and control
Mechatronics Project
Robotics Programming 3

YEAR 3 (Level 7 only)

Semester 5
Engineering Mathematics 5
Industrial Compliance, Safety and Law
Robotic Operating Systems
Control and Human Interfacing
Computer Networks 1

Semester 6
Industrial Studies
Network Programmability and Automation
Software Defined Radio
Computer Networks 2
Development Project

Expand+Career Opportunities
Robotics and automated systems draws on expertise of many engineering disciplines and elements of mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, electronic, telecoms, networking, and industrial engineering. Robotics and Automated ...

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Robotics and automated systems draws on expertise of many engineering disciplines and elements of mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, electronic, telecoms, networking, and industrial engineering. Robotics and Automated Systems Engineers could be suitable for the following job titles:

• Robotics Engineers
• Robotics Test Engineers
• Automation System Engineers
• Senior Automation Engineer
• Senior Controls Engineer
• Senior C++ Engineer – R&D role
• Process Excellence Analyst
• Controls Team Lead
• Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Consultant
• Maintenance Test Engineer
• Field Service Engineer
• Solutions Architect Consultant (Very senior role)
• Engineering Project Manager.

The above positions are suitable for the following areas: automotive, aerospace, nuclear, mining, textile, computer industries, military, space, educational, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and high volume manufacturing.

Further Studies
Graduates can progress to postgraduate study at Masters (NFQ Level 9) or Doctorate (NFQ Level 10) level.