Expand+General Entry Requirements
A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade 06/H7, to include the subjects English OR Irish AND the subject Mathematics. In addition, applicants must present at least two subjects at grade H5.

Subjects Requir...

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A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade 06/H7, to include the subjects English OR Irish AND the subject Mathematics. In addition, applicants must present at least two subjects at grade H5.

Subjects Required:
Minimum of 03 or H7 in Mathematics.

Garda Vetting
Garda vetting has been introduced for students who have unsupervised access to children and vulnerable adults as part of their studies at DCU. You must successfully pass the Garda vetting process in order to complete the process of registration.

Expand+Age Limited for Entry
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on 15 January of the year of entry.

Leaving Certificate Subject Combinations
Certain subjects will not be scored separately if they occur in combination with subjects that are s...

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Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on 15 January of the year of entry.

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 subjects are taken; only the best two will be scored.

5 Latin, Classical Studies.

6 Greek, Classical Studies.

Candidates who meet the points requirements but not the specific course requirements, for example H4 in English for the BA in Journalism, are permitted to repeat that subject only to meet the course requirements.

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

Leaving Certificate Mathematics Requirements
DCU does not award points for the subject of Mathematics at Leaving Certificate Ordinary Alternative or Foundation Level. However, these courses will be accepted for admission purposes for the following courses:

DC001 - Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
DC009 - Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours
DC014 - BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance
DC131 - BA in Communication Studies
DC132 - BA in Journalism
DC133 - BSc in Multimedia
DC155 - BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies
DC231 - BA in International Relations
DC232 - Bachelor of Civil Law and Society
DC235 - BSc in Education and Training
DC238 - BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation
DC291 – Bachelor of Arts – Joint Honours (Media)
DC292 – Bachelor of Arts – Joint Honours (Law)
DC293 - Bachelor of Arts – Joint Honours (International Languages)
DC294 - BA in Climate and Environmental Sustainability
DC295 - Bachelor of Arts – Joint Honours (Politics)

Expand+Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Awards Further Education and Training (FET) Awards

All QQI/FET awards are part of the new inclusive National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), developed by QQI/FET.

Applicants who have a full NFQ Level...

Hide-Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Awards Further Education and Training (FET) Awards

All QQI/FET awards are part of the new inclusive National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), developed by QQI/FET.

Applicants who have a full NFQ 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. The QQI/FET entry route is a competitive route with a limited number of places available on courses. A quota of places are offered based on the CAO ranked order of applicants based on performance.

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

General Entry Requirements
— Full QQI/FET Level 5 Certification must be achieved in one single sitting

— QQI/FET 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
There may be some courses that require additional requirements. For the most up-to-date information on course requirements, please visit dcu.ie/registry/qqi

Applying to DCU
Students make their application through the CAO and are ranked based on their performance in the eight modules that make up their award.

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 are assessed (e.g. between 1 August and 31 July). It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their QQI/FET centre applies for a Major Award to QQI/ FET where courses are taken over more than one year.

Expand+At DCU, we welcome students of all ages and backgrounds. We recognise that adults returning to study bring a wealth of skills, knowledge and experiences they have gained from work, family and life in general. Mature students who choose DCU will find ...

Hide-At DCU, we welcome students of all ages and backgrounds. We recognise that adults returning to study bring a wealth of skills, knowledge and experiences they have gained from work, family and life in general. Mature students who choose DCU will find exciting challenges, a vibrant learning community and a network of supports.

If you apply as a mature student (aged 23 or over on 1 January in the year of entry), you do not compete with Leaving Certificate students for a place. Instead, we consider your lifelong learning such as work experience, studies, personal interests and any other relevant experience – along with your motivation to return to study.

We appreciate the contributions that mature students make and provide supports, such as dedicated workshops, to help you make the most of your time here. We also recognise the economic, educational and social challenges that some may face. The Mature Students Officer can provide support and information before you apply and throughout your studies.

The social aspect of DCU is important too. Mature students can bring valuable skills and experience to the many clubs and societies. You can also meet others at the Mature Students Society – for support, for study groups or simply for coffee.

Mature Applicants EU/EEA and Non-EU
DCU has an active mature student body and strongly encourages applications from mature candidates (those aged 23 years or above on 1 January in the year of entry). As a mature student, your wealth of knowledge and experience will make a valuable contribution to the university, and we are always working towards widening participation to allow mature students gain entry onto DCU courses.

What are the entry requirements?
Applying as a mature applicant means that you do not compete with Leaving Certificate students for places at DCU. Instead, experience other than examination grades is taken into consideration – this may be work experience, further studies or other relevant experience. For some courses, however, particular Leaving Certificate subjects may be necessary. In all cases, the university will want to know that you have the ability and motivation to make the most of your studies at DCU.

What supports are available for mature students?
There is a wide network of services. Writing Head Start is a one week course which prepares you for college life through workshops on topics such as academic writing, citing, referencing and resiliency awareness. Throughout your studies you will have access to various supports such as the Mathematics Learning Centre, IT supports and the Mature Student Society. You will also have access to Student Support and Development workshops throughout the academic year for example CV Clinics, Learning Students and Motivational Workshops. The Mature Student Officer is available for one to one meetings and offers various workshops and information session. For more information please visit dcu.ie/mature-students

What financial supports are available to mature students?
There are a number of sources, including the Government’s Free Fees Initiative, the Higher Education Grants Scheme, the Back to Education Allowance, the DCU Student Assistance Fund and the 1916 Bursary once you become a registered student. For further information, please visit studentfinance.ie

How do I apply?
All mature applicants for full-time study must apply to the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February in the year of entry.

For information please contact the Mature Student Officer,
T +353 (0) 1 700 6987 / 087 0618141
E orla.stafford@dcu.ie
dcu.ie/mature-students

For general and admission enquiries, please contact Registry
T +353 (0) 1 700 5338
dcu.ie/registry/undergrad

Expand+Entry 2023

Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2023 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2023 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Hand...

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Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2023 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2023 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1 May 2023 at 5pm

Change of Mind - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1 July 2023 at 5pm

Exceptional online late application (see page 31 of the 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee €60 Closing Date: 22 July 2023 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 2023. The closing date for late applications is 5pm on 1 May 2023, subject to the restrictions listed on page 3 of the 2023 CAO Handbook. The online facility for late applications opens on the 6 March 2023 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 2023 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. This is an exceptional late closing date and all steps must be completed by 5pm on 22 July. No changes may be made after this date.

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 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 31 of the 2023 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 2023 CAO Handbook carefully. This section includes information on:

General Restrictions
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+The Bachelor of Education in Technology, Engineering and Graphics

Post-Primary Teaching: Design, technology and engineering
champions shaping post-primary teaching and learning for the future.

Why DCU?

- Centre of excellence in teacher e...

Hide-The Bachelor of Education in Technology, Engineering and Graphics

Post-Primary Teaching: Design, technology and engineering
champions shaping post-primary teaching and learning for the future.

Why DCU?

- Centre of excellence in teacher education, with extensive experience in helping students become professionally qualified educators

- Front runners in innovation and research on education, with many internationally recognised experts in teaching, learning and assessment

- Only provider of a teacher education specialising in technology, engineering, and design and communication graphics, south-east of the Shannon

- Opportunity to engage in paid industry internship in the Summer of Year 3

- Advances the creation of just, equitable and sustainable futures for all

About You
Are you a change-maker, interested in shaping teaching and learning for the future? Are you interested in supporting learners to achieve their potential? Are you passionate about designing and innovating, and in coming up with creative solutions for societal and industry challenges? Can you imagine multiple possibilities for our shared futures? If so, this course is for you!

Understanding: Technology, Engineering and Graphics (BEd TEG)

The Bachelor of Education in Technology, Engineering and Graphics will be delivered through an innovative partnership across 2 Irish Universities, Dublin City University (DCU) and Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). You will undertake Years 1 and 2 of study at the TUS Athlone campus, and Years 3 and 4 in the DCU Institute of Education.

This Post-Primary Teacher Education degree is a ‘concurrent’ teacher education course – meaning that the academic and professional formation of the teacher is integrated in all 4 years.

This course will qualify you to teach Technology, Engineering, Design and Communication Graphics subjects in post-primary schools. Currently, there is a shortage of educators across these subject areas so graduates of this course will be highly sought after. The unique approach taken in this course will enable you to become a confident and innovative technology education teacher.

Course Structure
Across the 4 years of this course, you will gradually develop the knowledge, skills and competencies to become a passionate teacher and advocate for the Technology, Engineering, Design and Communications Graphics subject areas. In Years 1 and 2, you will develop deep knowledge of and mastery in the design, implementation and evaluation processes associated with the Technology, Engineering, Design and Communications Graphics subject areas. In Years 3 and 4, the focus will be on enhancing your understanding of teaching and learning and honing your skills and practice as a teacher through sustained engagement in post-primary school settings.

Throughout the delivery of this course, you will experience a student-friendly, supportive, open, dynamic and practical approach to the study of education.

Foundational and Professional Studies in Education
Given its diverse nature, the study of technology education is exciting, engaging, and challenging – as reflected in the variety of modules on offer over the course of your 4 years. These include modules on philosophy, sociology, psychology, history of education, teaching methodologies, alongside the subject modules of technology, engineering and design and communication graphics.

Technology, Engineering, Design and Communication Graphics
Over the course of the 4 years, you will develop your professional knowledge and practice in how to teach technology, engineering and design and communication graphics. You will develop important competencies in these subject domains, in areas such as computer-aided design and mechatronics. In addition to this, you will be provided with the opportunity to engage in international mobility to another country or a STEM industry placement where adaptive expertise will be further developed.

School Placement
One of the most exciting and rewarding elements of the course is our hands-on approach to school placement. Across the 4 years you will have an opportunity to gain valuable and extensive experience in a range of teaching and learning environments including engagement in observation of practice, micro-teaching, peer-teaching, team-teaching and schoolbased placement (in the post-primary sector). In Year 3, the school placement component of this course will enable you to learn about and get involved with the wider school community through engaging with activities, initiatives and work outside of classroom teaching. You will enjoy strong support throughout your professional development by experienced school placement tutors and school-based cooperating teachers.

Expand+What Will I Study?
Year 1 (Students based on TUS Campus, Athlone)

Education Theories 1
Graphics 1 (Plane Geometry)
Models and Modelling
Materials and Processing Technology
Electronics
History of Education in Ireland
Graphics 2 - Descriptive...

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Year 1 (Students based on TUS Campus, Athlone)

Education Theories 1
Graphics 1 (Plane Geometry)
Models and Modelling
Materials and Processing Technology
Electronics
History of Education in Ireland
Graphics 2 - Descriptive
Geometry
Graphicacy and Modelling
Mechanics and Process Technology
Applied Control

Year 2 (Students based on TUS Campus, Athlone)
Technology Subjects Pedagogy 1
Graphics 3 - Advanced Geometry
Design Learning
Thermal Manufacturing Technology
ICT and Connected Devices
Microteaching and Teaching Preparation
Graphics 4 - Applied Geometry
Design Realisation
Manufacturing Technology (CAE) |
Manufacturing System

Year 3 (Students based on DCU Campus, Dublin)
Education Theories 2 (Psychology,
Philosophy and Sociology)
Introduction to Inclusive Education
Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship Technology Subject
Pedagogy 2
Process Design (Teacher Education)
Developing a Research Perspective
School Placement

Year 4 (Students based on DCU Campus, Dublin)
Curriculum, Policy and Assessment
Teacher Studies and Teacher as Professional
Technology Teacher Education Capstone Project
Extended Research Project
Advanced School Placement

Expand+Subject to accreditation of this programme by The Teaching Council, you will be eligible to register as a Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) and apply for employment as teachers of Technology, Engineering, and Design and Communication Graphics in post pri...

Hide-Subject to accreditation of this programme by The Teaching Council, you will be eligible to register as a Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) and apply for employment as teachers of Technology, Engineering, and Design and Communication Graphics in post primary schools in Ireland. Teacher education graduates can also gain employment in industry, media, governmental, non-governmental and other settings.

Future Careers
Post-Primary Teacher
Further Education
Media and Communications
Learning Design Specialists

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