Expand+Minimum Number of:
Subjects 6
Honours 2H5's

Minimum Grade in:
Maths 03/H7
English or Irish O6/H7

Other Requirements
At least H4 in one of: Physics, Chemistry, Physics and Chemistry, Biology or Technology

Information On Eligibility And S...

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Subjects 6
Honours 2H5's

Minimum Grade in:
Maths 03/H7
English or Irish O6/H7

Other Requirements
At least H4 in one of: Physics, Chemistry, Physics and Chemistry, Biology or Technology

Information On Eligibility And Selection
To be eligible for consideration for a programme an applicant must possess the minimum entry requirements for that programme.

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.

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).

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.

Selection for entry to DIT 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.

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.

Foundation Level Mathematics

The Institute will accept Foundation Level Maths for the purposes of entry requirements in the case of any programme where Higher or Ordinary Level Maths is not a requirement.

Points will not be awarded.

Foundation Level Irish

The Institute will not consider Foundation Level Irish for the purposes of entry requirements or for points.

Expand+Mature Students

Whatever your reason for coming back to education, updating your skills, gaining a new qualification, achieving a personal goal or ambition, DIT welcomes all mature students.

Mature Students / Thinking of returning to study?

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Whatever your reason for coming back to education, updating your skills, gaining a new qualification, achieving a personal goal or ambition, DIT welcomes all mature students.

Mature Students / Thinking of returning to study?

Whatever your reason for coming back to education, updating your skills, gaining a new qualification, achieving a personal goal or ambition, DIT welcomes all mature students.

We know it can be daunting, but you are not alone and DIT has a range of supports in place to help you decide what course to take, get through the application process and get settled into college life.

To be classified as a mature student and wishing to enter the 1st year of any undergraduate full time course in DIT you must be 23 years of age or older on or before 1st January 2018 and be an Irish/EU citizen. You make your application for admission to the 1st year of any undergraduate full time course through the Central Applications Office (CAO)

Submitting an Application

Applying as a Mature Student is different to those who are applying directly from School. As part of your application you will be asked to include:

•Courses you are applying for
•Details of your schooling
•Any further education you may have completed*
•Details of any current studies (if you are currently studying)*
•Information about your work and life experience &
•A personal statement about how these relate to your current application

*If you have any documents you think will support your application (transcripts, certificates etc.) you can send these by post, clearly marked with your Application Number directly to the CAO. Documents are scanned and added to your application online. DIT staff can assess them there.

CAO Applications must be submitted before the 1st of February each year.

Late applications will be accepted on behalf of DIT through the CAO up to the 1st of May (subject to the payment of a late fee). Please note that places are limited and there is no guarantee late applications will be considered especially in popular courses. No late applications will be accepted for restricted programmes where candidates are expected to attend suitability test, audition or submit a portfolio.

Part-time Study: Applications for part-time courses are made directly to the relevant School here in DIT. Applications can be accepted much closer to the starting date for the part time programmes, but you are advised to make contact as early as possible and to request course details and an application form. dit.ie/studyatdit/part-time/

Expand+Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20th January 2019 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1st February 2019 at 5:15pm

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

Hide-Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20th January 2019 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1st February 2019 at 5:15pm

Late online application - restrictions apply: Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1st May 2019 at 5:15 pm

Change of Mind - restrictions apply: Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1st July 2019 5:15 pm

Exceptional online late application - see page 14 of the 2019 CAO Handbook: Fee €60 Closing Date: 22nd July 2019 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 2019 and will be accepted up to 5:15pm on 1st May 2019, subject to the restricitions listed on page 3 of the 2019 CAO Handbook. The online facility for late applications opens on the 5th March 2019 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 registered as an undergraduate student on 1 May 2019 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 five HEIs, you should apply through CAO.

Refer to page 21 of the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 at 5:15pm. To apply to DARE, you must anser YES to Question 1 ('Do you wish to be considered for DARE?) on Section A of the fully completed Supplementary Information Form (SIF) by 5:15pm on 1 March 2019.

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 5:15pm on 1 March 2019.

Supporting documents for DARE and/or HEAR applicants must be sent to CAO offices before 1 April 2019 at 5:15pm

Expand+What is Analytical Chemistry?
Analytical Chemistry is a branch of science that includes the identification of chemical compounds present in a sample provided. It also involves quantitative analysis – which determines the precise amounts of each co...

Hide-What is Analytical Chemistry?
Analytical Chemistry is a branch of science that includes the identification of chemical compounds present in a sample provided. It also involves quantitative analysis – which determines the precise amounts of each compound present in the sample. An Analytical Chemist is trained to use modern analytical techniques and instruments to develop strategies for the detection, identification and quantification of substances such as the pollutants in air and water, illegal substances in suspicious powders and the active pharmaceutical ingredients in medicinal products. Graduates are work-ready and obtain rigorous scientific training including a 6 month work placement.

Learning Outcomes
What will I Study?
To be an analytical chemist, you will need an interest in science, a curious mind and to enjoy solving problems. An eye for detail is also an important characteristic. The programme has a substantial practical component which supports development of key laboratory skills and training on modern analytical instrumentation. This prepares graduates for the workplace and helps them stand out from the crowd. Laboratory practicals, case studies and workshops allow you to develop analytical thinking, team work, IT and science communication skills.

First year provides an introduction to science as well as to forensic and environmental chemistry. All science subjects are taught on the basis that you may not have studied them at Leaving Certificate.

In second year, the relevant core chemistry topics are taught as well as some specialised modules in analytical, forensic and environmental chemistry. In the final two years, the emphasis is on analytical chemistry and environmental, forensic and pharmaceutical applications.

The six month work placement in third year is a very valuable aspect of the programme. We ensure that you are supported while you apply for and obtain this position. Your research project in fourth year gives you the opportunity to be guided by our staff while exploring areas aligned with their expertise such as the detection of antibiotic residues in food and the development of sensors that can interface with digital cameras.

Thus, graduates are work-ready problem-solvers with excellent laboratory skills.

Are there study abroad options?
It is possible during the Year 3 placement to study in an industrial or academic environment abroad as part of the Erasmus programme. This is subject to a place being available in a host institution or company.

Expand+Year One
First year provides a foundation in science as well as an introductory module on environmental and forensic chemistry, which features hands-on activities in these areas.

Year Two
In second year, the programme becomes more specialised an...

Hide-Year One
First year provides a foundation in science as well as an introductory module on environmental and forensic chemistry, which features hands-on activities in these areas.

Year Two
In second year, the programme becomes more specialised and focuses on building a knowledge and understanding of the core chemistry topics as well as exploring analytical, environmental and forensic chemistry.

Year Three & Four
In the final two years, the emphasis is on analytical chemistry and its forensic, environmental and pharmaceutical applications. These feature case studies based on real-life scenarios which develop team-working and critical analysis skills.

A key aspect of year three is a 6 month work placement.

In year four, you will undertake a research project. You will team up with a research supervisor and use your chemical knowledge and initiative to explore a research topic and answer a research question.

Expand+What are my career opportunities?
Exciting opportunities are available with employers in the environmental, forensic and pharmaceutical sectors and related areas. Recent graduates obtained positions with the Environmental Protection Agency, State La...

Hide-What are my career opportunities?
Exciting opportunities are available with employers in the environmental, forensic and pharmaceutical sectors and related areas. Recent graduates obtained positions with the Environmental Protection Agency, State Laboratory, Forensic Science Ireland, Pfizer, Abbott, Amgen, Henkel and MSD.

Career paths include:
• Environmental monitoring - for pollutant levels in air, water and soil.
• Forensic analysis - of trace evidence from crime scenes.
• Pharmaceutical analysis – of medicines to establish their quality and stability.
• Chemical analysis - of complex mixtures found in foods, cosmetics etc.

The programme is recognised internationally as it is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. It is also recognised by the Institute of Chemistry of Ireland for graduate membership.

What other options do I have after completion?
The programme is recognised and accredited nationally and internationally, so graduates are eligible for taught and research masters courses (MSc) and doctoral (PhD) research programmes in DIT or in other higher education institutions as well as for the Professional Master of Education for those who want to teach chemistry and science in secondary schools.