Expand+Irish Leaving Certificate

Minimum No of Subjects: 6
Higher: 2 H5's

Minimum Grade in:
Maths: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7

Applicants will be advised of and must attend an audition/interview in March/April.

For further information go...

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Minimum No of Subjects: 6
Higher: 2 H5's

Minimum Grade in:
Maths: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7

Applicants will be advised of and must attend an audition/interview in March/April.

For further information go to:
https://www.tudublin.ie/study/undergraduate/courses/music-tu963/?keywords=tu963

* Restricted Programme = You must apply to CAO by 1st February at 5pm if you wish to apply for a restricted programme.

Additional Requirements/Information:
Garda Vetting: Garda Vetting required through TU Dublin see www.tudublin.ie/gardavetting

Expand+Minimum Entry Requirements
To be eligible for consideration for a programme an applicant must possess the minimum entry requirements for that programme.

Selection for entry to TU Dublin programmes will be determined on the basis of examination sc...

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To be eligible for consideration for a programme an applicant must possess the minimum entry requirements for that programme.

Selection for entry to TU Dublin programmes will be determined on the basis of examination score except in the case of programmes which involve suitability tests, interviews and other assessment procedures. All suitability tests/interviews/auditions/portfolio reviews etc will generally be carried out during the period March - May each year.

Where a specific grade is required in a subject (H4, O3 etc) an applicant must achieve that grade or better in order to be eligible for consideration (H = Higher Level; O = Ordinary Level).Where a programme requirement is 2 or 3 honours, grade H5 or better on Higher Level Leaving Certificate papers is needed to meet such a requirement.

In the case of both Higher and Ordinary Level Leaving Certificate results, grades lower than H7 (Higher) or 06 (Ordinary) are not acceptable for eligibility purposes or for points calculation.
For the purpose of meeting minimum entry requirements, results from any number of sittings of the Irish Leaving Certificate Examination may be combined.

An applicant’s examination score will be calculated by adding together the points scored in the best six subjects in a single sitting of the Irish Leaving Certificate Examination.

Matriculation Examinations will not be accepted either for the purpose of meeting minimum entry requirements or for calculating examination scores.

Demand usually exceeds the number of places available and therefore examination results better than the minimum entry requirement are likely to be required.

When a number of applicants have the same points score, a random number is attached to the score for each course preference. This will then determine the position of each applicant on the waiting lists for offers.

Bonus Points Maths (Irish Leaving Certificate)
25 bonus points will continue to be awarded for Higher Level Mathematics for H6 grades and above. The bonus points will only be relevant where that subject is scored as one of the applicant’s best six subjects for points purposes.

For example, if an applicant receives a H6 grade an additional 25 points will be added to the 46 points already awarded for a H6 grade i.e. Higher Level Mathematics now carries a points score of 71 for this applicant.

Accompanying conditions:

The six best scores, in recognised subjects, in one Leaving Certificate Examination will be counted for points computation. If you receive a H6 grade or higher in Higher Level Mathematics then you include the additional 25 bonus points first, and then identify your best six scores. The bonus points are included in the overall points calculation only when Mathematics is one of the applicant's best six subjects following the addition of the bonus

Only one sitting of the Leaving Certificate Examination will be counted for points purposes.

Remember, you must first meet the minimum entry requirements in order to be considered for entry to a course.

Foundation Level Mathematics
Foundations Level Mathematics is accepted for some programmes within the University, students should check the individual course page. Where Foundation maths is accepted as an entry requirement for a course you must have achieved a grade of F2 or higher.

Foundation Level Irish
Our courses specify minimum entry requirements in English OR Irish. If you meet the minimum entry requirement in English then this will suffice.

For the most part the university will not consider Foundation Level Irish for the purposes of entry requirements or for points, however a grade F3 in Foundation level Irish is acceptable for meeting the minimum entry requirements for some Higher Certificate programmes. Students with an F3 in Foundation level Irish must have passed five other subjects with a minimum grade of O6 including Maths, students should check on individual course pages to determine if their foundation Irish grade is sufficient.

We do not award points for Foundation Level Irish.

Garda Vetting
What is Garda Vetting?
Garda vetting is the process of checking a person’s background to see if there are any issues which would make them unsuitable to work or volunteer in an environment with children and/or vulnerable adults.
The person being vetted (the applicant) gives written authorisation for An Garda Síochána to disclose to TU Dublin details of all prosecutions, successful or not, pending or completed, recorded in the State at the time of application.

Why is Garda Vetting Required?
Garda Vetting is required for students who go on work placement where such activity may bring them into contact with vulnerable adults or children.

Without satisfactory Garda clearance, students may be unable to complete the work placement module or other specific modules and consequently be unable to complete their course or receive an award.

When do I apply?
Once you have registered as a TU Dublin student you can apply for Garda Vetting.

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Applicants with a Trade/Craft Qualification
For many of the programmes which specify a pass in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination as the entry requirement, the...

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Applicants with a Trade/Craft Qualification
For many of the programmes which specify a pass in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination as the entry requirement, the Senior Trade Certificate of the Department of Education and Science with one endorsement in Mathematics or a science subject will satisfy the minimum entry requirement.

Students holding this Certificate with three endorsements in academic subjects are eligible for consideration for entry into related degree level programmes. Where endorsement subjects are not offered in trade examinations, a pass in an appropriate subject of the Elementary Technological Certificate of the Department of Education and Science is an acceptable equivalent.

Expand+All applicants must pass an audition

1) Apply through CAO before Feb 1. This applies for all Irish, EU and UK applicants including Mature Applicants and Advanced Entry Applicants. All International Applicants should contact the TU Dublin Internati...

Hide-All applicants must pass an audition

1) Apply through CAO before Feb 1. This applies for all Irish, EU and UK applicants including Mature Applicants and Advanced Entry Applicants. All International Applicants should contact the TU Dublin International Office and the course chair dermot.dunne@tudublin.ie
2) We will email you directly by Feb 21 inviting you to complete and online audition application form – to be completed by Feb 28. Please check your SPAM/Junk folder at this time as emails may inadvertently end up there. If you do not receive this application form from us by Feb 21 please contact dermot.dunne@tudublin.ie
3) We will email you your audition date/time by March 04. Once again, if you do not receive your audition date and time from us by Mar 04 please contact dermot.dunne@tudublin.ie
4) Auditions take place on March 13-16-2023
5) Notification of audition results March 20
6) Applicants who successfully pass their audition will need to attend for a Written and Aural test on Saturday March 25 at 2pm

Auditions will take place on our campus in the East Quad of TU Dublin Grangegorman all auditions will take place within the government guidelines on covid-19 in force at that time.

The audition will usually comprise the performance of two contrasting pieces and may include sight-reading and scales (see detailed requirements below) and a short interview. The Audition Panel reserves the right to halt a performance when it has heard enough to form a judgement. Candidates should be approximately Grade 7/8 standard or higher on an instrument or voice. The interview is intended to assess your suitability for entry to the course. You should be prepared to answer questions about your music studies, your experience of performing and your career aspirations.

There will be a written and aural test for those who are successful at their audition. A sample exam paper can be found by click on the following link: https://www.tudublin.ie/media/website/study/undergraduate/courses/tu963/BMus-Sample-Entrance-Test.pdf

For additional Audition Requirements view the course webpage - link below.

Expand+Entry 2023 - Restricted Course

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

Be sure to complete any action well in advance of ...

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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

Be sure to complete any action well in advance of closing dates. 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.

Restricted Courses
Applying for a restricted course – you must have applied to CAO by 1 February 2023 at 5pm if you wish to apply for a restricted course. The restricted course must be included on your course choices list by that date, or added to your application using the Change of Course Choices facility for a fee of €10 before 1 March at 5pm.

Restricted courses normally require additional assessment procedures, for example, the submission of a portfolio, an oral assessment or interview, or a written assessment. Restricted courses are identified in the handbook by the words “(Restricted - see page 3)" on the same line as the restricted course’s title. Please make sure to acquaint yourself with the additional requirements, if any, of the restricted course(s) that you have applied for and go to page 18 of the 2023 CAO Handbook for more information about interviews and assessments.

Exception: If a restricted course shares the exact same assessment procedures with a course you had applied for by 1 February 2023, you may be permitted to introduce it on a Change of Mind. You should consult with the relevant HEI before introducing such a course.

Mature 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 2023 at 5pm, and include course choices by that date or add them using the Change of Course Choices facility for a fee of €10 before 1 March at 5pm. (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

Supplementary Admission Routes
Applying for DARE and/or HEAR – to be considered for DARE and/or HEAR, applicants must have registered on the CAO system by 1 February 2023 at 5pm. To apply to DARE, you must answer YES to Question 1 ('Do you wish to be considered for DARE?) on Section A of the fully completed Supplementary Information Form (SIF) by 5pm on 1 March 2023.

To apply to HEAR, you must indicate on your CAO application that you wish to apply for HEAR and fully and correctly complete all elements of the online HEAR form by 5pm on 1 March 2023.

Supporting documents for DARE and/or HEAR applicants must be sent to CAO offices before 15 March 2023 at 5pm

Expand+What is... Music?

There’s worldwide demand for the talents of Irish-trained musicians – both classical and traditional vocalists and musicians. This full-time degree programme will prepare you for a career as an instrumental or vocal performer...

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There’s worldwide demand for the talents of Irish-trained musicians – both classical and traditional vocalists and musicians. This full-time degree programme will prepare you for a career as an instrumental or vocal performer, teacher, composer or musicologist.

The programme places a major emphasis on performance, combined with supporting academic study. Areas studied include composition techniques; history of music; aural training; an introduction to education studies; music technology, and supporting musicianship. In Years 3 and 4, you can concentrate on one of the following: Performance, Composition, Pedagogy, Irish Traditional Music, or Musicology.

You will have opportunities to showcase your talents by participating in a diverse programme of concerts, recitals and stage performances. A core element in the programme is participation in ensembles, including: Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Choral Society, Chamber Choir, Opera Ensemble, Irish Traditional Music Ensemble, Big Band and Early Music Ensemble.

Study Abroad Opportunities
Exchange opportunities are offered on a competitive basis. We have links with European and US institutions, including Columbia College Chicago, Ryerson University in Toronto, Metropolia University in Helsinki, the Liszt Academy in Budapest, and the Kódaly Institute in Kecskemét, Hungary.

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Performance Studies
Composition Techniques
History of Music
Aural Awareness and Analysis
Introductory Module in Irish Music
Music Technology
Supporting Musicianship (classical) or Studies in Irish Traditional Music: Style and Repertoire...

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Performance Studies
Composition Techniques
History of Music
Aural Awareness and Analysis
Introductory Module in Irish Music
Music Technology
Supporting Musicianship (classical) or Studies in Irish Traditional Music: Style and Repertoire (traditional)
Ensemble

Year 2
Performance Studies
Composition Techniques
History of Music
Aural Awareness and Analysis
Education Studies
Supporting Musicianship (classical) or Studies in Irish Traditional Music: Style and Repertoire (traditional)
Ensemble

Year 3
Performance:
Performance Studies
Analysis
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Special Studies
Studies in World Music Cultures
Dissertation
Ensemble

Composition:
Composition Studies
Portfolio of Works
Analysis
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Ensemble

Pedagogy:
Performance Studies
Education Studies, Analysis
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Studies in World Music Cultures
Special Studies
Dissertation
Ensemble

Irish Traditional Music Studies:
Performance Studies
Studies in ITM
Early Music Ensemble
Special Studies
Studies in World Music Cultures
Dissertation
Ensemble

Musicology:
Research Project
Historical Music Studies
Performance Studies
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Studies in World Music Cultures
Ensemble

Year 4
Performance:
Performance Studies
Analysis
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Special Studies
Studies in World Music Cultures
Dissertation
Ensemble

Composition:
Composition Studies
Portfolio of Works
Analysis
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Ensemble

Pedagogy:
Performance Studies
Education Studies, Analysis
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Studies in World Music Cultures
Special Studies
Dissertation
Ensemble

Irish Traditional Music Studies:
Performance Studies
Studies in ITM
Early Music Ensemble
Special Studies
Studies in World Music Cultures
Dissertation
Ensemble

Musicology:
Research Project
Historical Music Studies
Performance Studies
Studies in Music History and Performance Practice
Studies in World Music Cultures
Ensemble