Athlone Institute of Technology Undergraduate Prospectus 2015/16

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educating for career success
Investing in your future
Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Bhaile Átha Luain
Bóthar Bhaile Átha Cliath
Baile Átha Luain
Co na hIarmhí
Athlone Institute of Technology
Dublin Road
Athlone
Co Westmeath
Ireland
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+ 353 (0)90 646 8000
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+ 353 (0)90 646 8148
Wwww.ait.ie
Design: Clair O’Brien and Daire Taylor
Athlone Institute
of Technology
Undergraduate
Prospectus
2015/16
Situated in the heart of Ireland, Athlone
Institute of Technology offers students
an education that equips them for career
success.
With a focus on real-world engagement, AIT’s
approach to teaching and learning gives
students the knowledge and skills sought by
employers.
This professional orientation is embedded
across all faculties, through placements,
project work and an applied research focus.
AIT offers more than 100 full-time programmes
from higher certificate through to PhD,
across its schools of business, humanities,
engineering and science.
This modern higher education institution has a
state-of-the-art campus, the benefit of a €115
million investment since 2000. In addition to
cutting-edge laboratories and lecture theatres,
AIT’s sporting infrastructure boasts Olympicstandard indoor and outdoor facilities.
Students from more than 50 different
nationalities call AIT home, small wonder
given the personal welcome they receive and
the attention to ensuring that all students
receive the very best education possible.
AIT: Educating for Career Success
to the
Athlone
Note
The information contained in this prospectus is intended as a
guide for persons seeking admission to the institute and shall
not be deemed to constitute a contract or the terms thereof
between the institute and a student or any third party. The
institute reserves the right to cancel, suspend or modify in any
way the matters contained in this publication. The institute
reserves the right to amend the list of elective modules being
offered for any programme. Athlone Institute of Technology will
observe its obligations under Section 43 of the Qualifications
(Education & Training Act) 1999 and will be mindful of the
optimum use of public monies in exercising its right to
withdraw or modify courses at any time.
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AIT Undergraduate Prospectus 2015/2016
John Travers, AIT sport management student
Winner 5000m IUAA Track & Field Championships 2014
Winner 3000m Woodie’s DIY AAI Senior Indoor
Championships 2013
Contents
Programme Areas
Access and
Foundation
Accounting
Built
Environment
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42
50
Business
Computing
and ICT
Engineering
Graphic
Design and
Digital Media
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80
106
Health
Science
Hospitality,
Tourism and
Leisure
Studies
Life and
Physical
Sciences
114
124
136
Mechanical
Engineering
Nursing
Social Care
and Early
Years Care
164
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192
Sport
Management
and Sport
Science
200
A-Z Programme Index
Welcome from the President
Why Choose AIT
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Student life
New Student Induction
Student-Staff Agreement
Clubs and Societies
Students’ Union
Sport at AIT
Healthy Campus
AIT Library
Student Accommodation
Money Matters
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Student Resource Centre
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Careers Office
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Tutor Support
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PASS23
Disability Support Service
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Counselling Service
25
Chaplaincy25
Health Centre
25
Access Office
25
International opportunities
27
Athlone – at the heart of it
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Further Information
Applying to AIT
212
CAO programmes
213
Leaving Certificate
213
FETAC214
Other qualifications
215
Mature students
215
DARE215
Schools’ Liaison Office
215
Open Days
215
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AIT
Course Options
A-Z Programme Index
Access course
40
Accounting46-48
Applied Biosciences
161
Applied Social Studies in Social Care
194, 195, 196
Bar Supervision
Bioscience
Biotechnology
Bioveterinary Science
Business
Business and Law
Business Computing
Business Psychology
128
142, 161
144, 151, 156, 160
149
64, 67, 73
75
86, 87
76
Manufacturing Technology
179
Mechanical Engineering
168, 169, 171, 175, 178
Mechanical and Polymer Engineering
180
Mechanical Engineering and Renewable Energy
170, 176
Mechatronics177
Music and Instrument Technology
66
Network Management
Network Management and Cloud Infrastructure
Nursing (General)
Nursing (Psychiatric)
Nutrition, Health Science with
Office Management
Childcare
Civil Engineering
Cloud Computing – Software Design
Computer Engineering
Computing for Business
Culinary Arts
198, 199
54, 55, 56, 57
102
92, 98
86, 87
129, 130
Dental Nursing
118
Dental Practice Management with Oral Health Promotion 119
Digital Marketing
70
Digital Media
112
Early Years Care and Education
198
Electronics and Computer Engineering
90
Electronics and Wireless Communications
92, 96
Energy and Business Management
59
Engineering (Common Entry: Mechanical, Renewable,
and Mechatronic Engineering)
171
Environmental, Health and Safety Management
158
Equine Studies
71
Forensic Toxicology
Foundation course for international students
143, 155
41
Game Development – Software Design
Graphic Design
102
110
Health Science with Nutrition
Hotel and Leisure Management
Human and Animal Toxicology
122
131
159
ICT Engineering (Common Entry: Electronics & Wireless
Communications, Network Management, and
Computer Engineering)
International Business Management
92
77
92, 97
101
186
188
122
65
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Pharmacy Management
Pharmacy Technician
Psychiatric Nursing
148, 153, 157, 162
121
120
188
Restaurant Management
135
Science (Bioscience/Chemistry)
142
Social Care Practice
197
Social Media Marketing
69
Social Studies
194, 195, 196
Software Design (Common Entry: Game Development
and Cloud Computing)
102
Software Development (Mobile Apps and
Connected Devices)
99
Software Engineering
100
Spa and Wellness Management
133
Sport and Recreation 204
Sport Management
205
Sports Science with Exercise Physiology
207
Sports Therapy with Rehabilitation
209
Sustainable Construction
58
Tourism and Hospitality Management
Tourism and Sport
Toxicology 132
206
143, 155, 159
Veterinary Nursing
Veterinary Practice Management
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147
Wellness Tourism Management
134
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We are living in a rapidly changing
world, one where new technologies
and new ways of working emerge
on a continuous basis. Employers
are looking for graduates who
not only have very high levels of
technical knowldge, but who think
differently and who understand the
global village we live in.
Welcome to Athlone Institute of Technology and to our undergraduate prospectus for
2015/16.
We are living in a rapidly changing world, one where new technologies and new ways of
working emerge on a continuous basis. Employers are looking for graduates who not only
have very high levels of technical knowldge, but who think differently and who understand
the global village we live in.
At AIT, our job is to ensure that what our students learn and how they acquire that
knowledge equips them for this brave new world.
We deliver a differentiated education; one that is practical and applied in nature, with
internships and industry-based projects a feature of many of our courses. Ours is a global
campus, so you’ll study and work beside other students from countries as diverse as
Italy, France, Brazil, China, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia and India. Equally, you will have the
opportunity to spend a semester or a year overseas as part of your degree, either with
one of our Erasmus or non-EU partners.
Our students consistently tell us that they regard AIT as a home away from home. At AIT,
we work hard to make sure that your individuality is respected, and that we do everything
possible to help you fulfil your potential.
Continued success in your studies, we look forward to being part of your story.
Professor Ciarán Ó Catháin
Belong.
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Just 18% of
graduates
were seeking
employment six
months after
completing
their studies
75% of honours
degree students
complete their
degree at AIT
58% of honours
degree students
graduate with
a 1st or 2.1
More than €115
million has
been invested
in AIT’s campus
infrastructure
and facilities
since 2000
AIT has partnerships
with 230 third level
institutions around the
world, which give AIT
students the option of
spending a semester
or a year abroad in
cities as diverse as
Toronto, Beijing
and Prague
53 different
nationalities
are represented
on campus
through our 450
international
students
Our students
say we are really
supportive and
encouraging
and we go
“the extra mile”
First-years at AIT
undertake the PASS
(Peer Assisted Student
Support) scheme that
helps them quickly
adjust to college life,
and improves
their learning and
study skills
why AIT is
the right
choice
for you
AIT’s sporting
facilities include
Olympic and
FIFA-standard
indoor and
outdoor
facilities
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Student Life
Here at AIT we
want you to
make the most
of your time as a
student with us!
To help you settle into life at
AIT, we organise a programme
of events as part of New
Student Induction to help you
get off to a flying start. As part
of New Student Induction, you
and your classmates will join
designated groups and will get
to know each other, learn how
to find your way around, and
learn about the great facilities
and opportunities you can avail
of while you are here.
...your next
step should
be on campus
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AIT
Student Facilities
“I love sport and knowing the range of sports available
at AIT was a big bonus for me! The excellent sporting
facilities on offer now include the newly completed
Olympic standard International Arena facilitates
students and also hosts International sporting events”
Bryan Thompson, design graduate
New Student Induction
As part of new student induction, in
addition to learning of the great facilities
and opportunities offered at AIT, you will
be shown how to access computers
and the library, and meet key staff
members whose job it is to help you get
the most out of your time at AIT.
FastStart workshops will run in the first
few weeks for mature students, students
with specific learning difficulties,
students with disabilities or any new
student who would like additional help
or information.
These sessions are an opportunity to
meet new people, learn about additional
resources, get acclimatised and get off
to a ‘fast start’ in your first few weeks.
Workshops include basic introduction
to computers, tutor sessions, assistive
technology demos, as well as
information on fees and grants.
Student-Staff Agreement
AIT’s student-staff agreement is based
on a premise of mutual respect and
outlining both what academic staff
may expect of students as well as
what students may expect of staff. The
agreement is framed under the headings
of class contact, learning outside class,
support and behaviour as well as some
general tenets. Detailed undertakings
include the necessity for students to
take responsibility for their learning and
respect the norms of courtesy
and professionalism, while lecturers
undertake to be flexible, use the virtual
learning environment and other modes
of feedback and assist students
by developing an active learning
community.
www.ait.ie/student-staff_agreement
Clubs and Societies
Want to meet new people and
experience new things? One of the best
ways of doing both is by joining one of
our many clubs and societies. A wide
variety of sporting interests are catered
for – indoor and outdoor activities, team
and solo sports, field and water-based.
A wide range is also evident in our
societies and you will get the opportunity
to develop your interest in your area of
study or in more leisurely pursuits.
Students who wish to create a new club
that is not currently catered for at the
institute will be mentored in the process
of setting up the new club by the staff of
the Sports Department.
Sports Clubs
AIT Athletics Club/Athletics Ireland
Fit4Life, Archery, Athletics, Badminton,
Basketball*, Camogie, Canoeing, Indoor
Cricket, Equestrian, Gaelic Football*,
Golf, Handball, Hill Walking, Hockey,
Hurling, Futsal, Martial Arts, Kick
Boxing, Orienteering, Paintball, Poker,
Rugby*, Sailing, Snooker/Pool, Soccer*,
Swimming, Table Tennis, Tag Rugby,
Tennis, Volleyball*.
* Indicates separate clubs for males and
females.
Societies
Apprentices, Art/Design, Amnesty
International, Catering, Hospitality
and Tourism (CATS), Chess, Chinese,
Computer, Cumann Gaelach,
Dancing, Dental Nursing, Drama,
Film, International, Lesbian and Gay,
Mature Students, Pharmacy Technician,
Postgraduate (Research), Science,
Social Studies, St Vincent de Paul,
Veterinary Nursing, Yoga, Young Parents
Group.
Students’ Union
The Students’ Union provides support,
advice and information on a wide variety
of issues and represents students
throughout the institute. In particular,
it provides advice on accommodation,
welfare and educational matters. The
overall policy and direction of the union
is decided by the students at general
meetings. The aims of the union are:
• to represent and protect the rights
of students;
• to afford a recognised means
of communication between the
students and institute authorities;
• to provide social and recreational
facilities for students; and
• to provide a commercial service to
students.
www.aitsu.ie
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AIT
Sport
Athlone was European Town of Sport 2013,
international recognition that the town has some
of the finest sporting facilities in the country. This is
particularly true of the infrastructure at AIT, which is of
Olympic and FIFA-standard.
AIT’s new International Arena opened
in 2013 to widespread acclaim. In the
months since then, it has established
a reputation for being a fast track, with
national and international records being
broken on its boards.
“Another great
day training in
AIT’s fantastic
indoor facility.
My favourite
indoor track in
Europe.”
Brian Gregan
European u23 400m
silver medalist
The arena comprises an IAAF-approved
200m track, 60m sprint track, long
jump, pole vault, shot and high jump
areas. The institute has also installed a
demountable floor, which allows for a
wide variety of other sports to be played
on the infield area of the arena, such as
futsal.
In addition, the institute has invested
in spinning equipment, with classes
organised for all levels of fitness levels
and ability. The AIT spin bikes include
the latest technology – heart rate,
wattage, speed and cadence. The
coming months will also see a state-ofthe-art new fitness suite and elite gym
opening in the arena.
Other facilities on campus include
playing pitches and a multipurpose
centre which contains a basketball
court, four badminton courts, two
volleyball courts, futsal and a fitness
suite. The fitness suite features 24
aerobic work stations, a variety of
machine weights and Olympic-standard
free weights. Specialised fitness
programmes can be devised to suit your
needs by our dedicated staff.
Fitness tests are free for all new
members and can be organised by
calling and booking a time most suitable
to your lecture time table. The benefit
of using the fitness suite is that it is
open all day and you can train at those
times that suit you best. Our staff can
also devise a programme for you to
undertake in the comfort of your home.
The fitness suite staff also organise
aerobics, tone and stretch, and hips,
bums and tums classes.
The outdoor facilities include a full-size
GAA pitch (floodlit), a full-size FIFAapproved 2-star international standard
all-weather soccer pitch (floodlit) and a
multi-sport grass training field which can
accommodate rugby, soccer and Gaelic
games. Students at AIT can also train on
an eight-lane IAAF-approved synthetic
athletics track.
Students may also avail of various other
local facilities. The Athlone Regional
Sports Centre comprises a 25m
swimming pool, sauna and steam room,
jacuzzi, fitness gym, créche, café, FIFA
size astro-turf pitch and a small sports
hall. We also avail of the facilities of
many local sports clubs for soccer and
GAA in particular. Our golf society has
developed a golf excellence programme
in association with Glasson Golf Hotel
and Country Club. AIT competes in
ICGA Intervarsity League and ISSA Intercollege Championship, and was the
first institute competing in the university
league.
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Brianne Theisen-Eaton, world heptathlon silver medalist, achieves a new
personal best in the shot put with a throw of 13.46 at the inuagural
AIT International Arena Grand Prix, February 2014.
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Approximately 100 sport scholarships are awarded
yearly for students who have reached, or have
the potential to reach, a very high standard of
performance in their chosen sport. Under the scheme
scholorships are awarded up to the value of €1,000
and may be renewed for up to a maximum of four
years.
Sport scholarship
alumni David
Connellan (left) and
Brendan Fagan.
David undertook the
add-on honours business
degree at AIT, and is now
marketing manager at
Cycle SuperStore.
Brendan undertook
a degree in web
development and is now
website administrator at
Buccaneers RFC.
At AIT, we believe that active
membership in a sporting club has
a positive and enhancing effect on
students, affording you opportunities
to represent the institute nationally,
and in some instances to represent
the institute and Ireland in overseas
competitions. Inter-college competitions
are open to institutes of technology,
universities and colleges of higher
education, and are organised on a
league and/or championship basis. We
have been highly successful in these
events. Internal competitions for staff
and students add an extra dimension
to institute life. The indoor and outdoor
facilities are excellent and a wellestablished coaching/team management
system is in place, implemented by fulltime physical education and recreation
officers, with the assistance of part-time
coaching staff and the students’ sports
representative.
Registered students at the institute find
that if they wish to develop and pursue
their interest in sport and recreation, AIT
will facilitate that goal. However, if one’s
preference is not to compete but to
participate, the sports and recreational
programme is structured to meet those
requirements. A familiarisation day is
held at the beginning of each academic
year to outline the available activities and
facilities. The institute looks forward to
providing a comprehensive sports and
recreational outlet to all our incoming
students which will add an exciting
dimension to institute life.
Sport Scholarships
Some 100 gold, silver and bronze
sport scholarships were awarded at
AIT for the 2013-2014 academic year.
A gold scholarship is worth €1,000,
with €500 offered for the silver award.
A bronze scholarship has no cash
value, but recipients of all scholarships
receive free use of our sports facilities,
physical therapy, functional screening
assessments, cookery/nutrition
demonstrations and study skill support.
Each scholarship is awarded for a
period of one year, but may be renewed
for up to a maximum of four years. Sport
scholarship recipients must adhere
to the institute’s sport scholarships
regulations, a copy of which may be
obtained from the Sports Department.
The closing date for applications is
normally the first Monday in September
of the year of entry. Further details of
the scheme may be obtained from your
local school/college or directly from the
Sports Department on + 353 (0)90 646
8222.
Elite Sportsperson Entry Scheme
Up to five places on the BSc (Hons)
in Sports Science with Exercise
Physiology will be reserved each year
for outstanding candidates who have
reached a very high standard of sporting
achievement, through performance or
coaching and who are committed to
further developing their sporting and
academic careers.
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AIT
Campus Resources
“The library is such a great facility. There is a range
of multimedia resourses, and books and journals are
available both physically and online which makes
essay writing and project work far more manageable”
Hannah George, civil engineering graduate
Healthy Campus
Health promotion is the process of
enabling people to increase control over,
and to improve their health. The Healthy
Campus initiative aims to support
students to reach their full potential by
providing non-judgemental and up-todate information in order to help them
make informed decisions.
Looking after your health is as important
as your academic achievements.
Healthy Campus provides information
and direction on all aspects of health.
It also offers a number of programmes
and workshops throughout the year. All
events and workshops are advertised via
the Healthy Campus Office, Students’
Union, email, Facebook and Moodle.
AIT Library
The library at AIT is a modern,
engaging, comfortable space for
studying, researching and learning. Fully
refurbished in 2014, it offers access to
print and electronic information, as well
as study facilities, together with books,
journals, exam papers, magazines and
daily newspapers on subjects relevant to
AIT students, staff and researchers.
The library also provides 24-hour access
to online information, as well as advice
and help on all information queries.
In addition to individual reading and
study spaces, the library also comprises
a number of group study rooms, where
student teams can work together in a
comfortable and quiet environment.
The library collection consists of over
110,000 print and e-books, 72,000
electronic journals and e-material
searchable via the library’s website. The
journal collection includes top-ranked
journals such as Science, Harvard
Business Review, Computers and
Graphics, and many more.
The library also has a team of subject
librarians to help develop students’
information and research skills to
improve their ability to find the variety of
resources relevant to their assignments.
Skills covered include: identifying
information needs and learning how to
find, evaluate and effectively use the
information across a range of sources
and technologies. These skills contribute
to their development as informed and
independent learners.
Student Accommodation
While AIT is non-residential, an
accommodation list is available from the
Students’ Union. You must make your
own accommodation arrangements.
However, the Student Resource Centre
Manager or the institute Chaplain
will be pleased to assist you if you
have any difficulty in finding suitable
accommodation.
According to the 2014 Daft.ie survey
of rental accommodation, Athlone
offers some of the best value student
accommodation in Ireland, with average
monthly rent for a single room costing
€233.
Further information is available on
www.ait.ie and on www.aitsu.ie.
AIT
Money Matters
Third-level education can be expensive for some
students. Careful consideration should be given to the
costs involved and the sources of financial assistance
available.
Tuition Fees
There is currently no tuition fee required
for Irish and EU nationals undertaking
full-time undergraduate courses at
AIT. Students undertaking a second
undergraduate course, non-EU
students, students studying by ACCS
mode, and students taking a year of a
course for a second time (i.e. repeating
a year level) may not be covered by this
scheme and as such, are required to
pay the fees due as determined by the
Department of Education and Skills.
Student Contribution Fee
The student contribution fee is not
covered by a student maintenance grant
or Free Fees Initiative, and is payable
to the institute upon registration on
an annual basis. For students who
have been notified that they have been
awarded a grant, this fee is paid on their
behalf. Other full-time students must pay
this fee prior to the commencement of
the first semester. This fee was €2,750
in 2014/2015 and is subject to change
on a yearly basis.
AIT’s Student
Assistance
Fund provides
help to students
facing financial
difficulties
Non-EU Students
International (non-EU) students are
required to pay both tuition and student
services fees.
For further information please visit
www.ait.ie/feesandgrants or contact the
Fees and Grants Office.
Maintenance
It is estimated that the living expenses of
a student residing away from home for
the academic year can be over €6,000.
Costs for students living at home are
approximately €4,000. While many
students are eligible for maintenance
grants, it should be remembered that
these grants do not fully cover living
expenses and also that not all students
are eligible for the full maintenance
grant.
Sports Scholarship
AIT awards approximately 100 sport
scholarships annually, worth up to the
value of €4,000 over four years. Each
scholarship is awarded for a period of
one year, but may be renewed for up
to a maximum of four years and for
further years if the student progresses to
postgraduate study.
Student Assistance Fund
Special regard is given to students
at third level who are or have been
disadvantaged by life events, and an
emergency fund to assist such students
is operated by the Student Assistance
Fund Committee, and administered by
the institute’s Access Officer, supported
by the Student Resource Centre
Manager and the institute Chaplain.
Each student who presents and makes
a case for assistance is assessed on
an individual and confidential basis and
pending this assessment may qualify
for financial help. This is to ensure,
insofar as possible, that each student
is enabled, on an equal footing, to
participate in third level education to
their full potential. Students wishing
to avail of the fund should apply by
completing the official application form
and returning it, with all the relevant
supporting documentation, to the
Access Officer, Student Resource
Centre Manager or Chaplain.
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Student Resourses
Student support,
development
and success
underpin our
approach and
our reputation
for caring for
the individual
student is
well-known.
In addition to supporting
the pastoral care aspects of
student life, providing further
study and careers advice
and support, medical and
counselling care through
the Student Health Centre,
and supports for students
accessing education from
across a diverse spectrum,
the Student Resource Centre
provides a range of learning
resources for AIT registered
students.
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GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Aidan Reilly
Course: Bachelor of Business
(Honours)
Graduated: 2012
Employer: Bank of New York
Mellon
Position: Senior Administrator
SDM Corporate Actions
“I found the Careers Office at
AIT to be very beneficial to me
during my time as a student
there. Any meetings I had with
the staff there were very open
and helpful. Personally I feel I
received excellent advice on
choosing modules throughout
my degree to help direct me
toward my future goals.”
AIT
Shaping Your Future
“My time at AIT was definitely a formative experience.
Lectures were highly creative and interesting and
taught me to look at problems in different ways.
I often use the knowledge I gained in my current
working life.”
Tom Fadden, Marketing Executive
Careers Office
The role of the Careers Office within
the institute combines careers advisory
work with students and facilitating
employers to come into direct
contact with students for recruitment
purposes. Those seeking specific
careers counselling should make an
appointment by calling to the Careers
Office in person, or by telephone to
090 646 8129. The Careers Office
can help you with information on the
following:
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Further study opportunities at AIT
and in other colleges, both within
Ireland and overseas
Career counselling to facilitate
students in knowing and evaluating
the possibilities available
Compiling CVs and cover letters
Interview techniques and ‘mock’
interviews
Employer recruitment programme
and careers fairs
Job opportunities
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Employer presentations and
interviews
Career videos
Employers information
Postgraduate opportunities
Scholarships
Recognised training courses
Summer work
Travelling and working abroad
Careers Fair
AIT’s Career Fair is a major event in the
life of final year students and graduates
of AIT, with exhibitors including public
and private sector employers, as well
as local, national and international
companies. A significant number of
third level colleges aso exhibit their
postgraduate opportunities at the event.
The 2014/2015 Careers Fair will be held
on 13 November 2014.
Tutor Support
The Student Resource Centre Tutor
Support programme is unique amongst
third level Institutions. AIT continually
invests in the academic success,
progression and retention of our
students by employing highly qualified
tutors to coach and support students
through their studies on a no-cost basis
for the student.
Support is provided to all undergraduate
students in maths, programming,
software engineering, accounting,
finance, marketing, management,
economics, chemistry, physics,
microbiology, biochemistry,
ecotoxicology, analytical toxicology,
quality control & experimental design,
and writing skills. Timely study skills
seminars are provided throughout the
year for all students.
Peer Assisted Student Support
(PASS)
The Peer Assisted Study Support
(PASS) programme is a series of peerled study support sessions for first year
students, led by trained student PASS
leaders. Student leaders are recruited
from progressing years and trained to
facilitate study sessions geared towards
helping first years navigate their way
through their course of study.
These sessions offer participants an
opportunity to learn from, ask questions
of and gain valuable advice from peers
who are familiar with the challenges they
are facing. PASS leaders themselves
also benefit hugely from the training.
and experience gleaned during their
participation in this programme.
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Assistive Learning
In addition to tutor support, the Disability and Learning
Support Service provides one-to-one support and
tuition tailored to the unique needs of students with
disabilities and specific learning difficulties.
Disability Advisory and Support
Service
AIT provides a complete and
equitable access to education and
all areas of college life, by avidly
pursuing in its inclusive policies,
seamless integration and active
participation for students with
disabilities.
Assistive Technology
AIT takes great pride in leading the
way in the sector with our Assistive
Technology Centre for students with
disabilities. The Student Resource
Centre has also sponsored the
development of an online writing skills
resource which supplements the work
of our writing skills tutor. Additionally, AIT
has invested in an interactive e-learning
study skills tool, Skills 4 Study Campus,
which focuses on the core study skills
through a stimulating mix of activities,
practice and reflection opportunities
to help students learn, develop and
accelerate their study skills.
Prospective students are encouraged
to make contact with the service
as early as possible (prior to the
commencement of the academic
year) in order to discuss in
confidence any facilities and supports
they may require during their course
of study.
Disability Access Route to Education
(DARE)
The Disability Access Route to
Education (DARE) is a college and
university admissions scheme which
offers places on a reduced points basis
to school leavers under 23 years old
with disabilities who have completed
an Irish Leaving Certificate. DARE has
been set up by a number of colleges
and universities as evidence shows that
disability can have a negative effect on
how well a student does at school and
whether they go on to college.
How to Apply to DARE?
STEP 1
School leavers must apply to the CAO at
www.cao.ie by 1 February 2015.
STEP 2
School leavers must disclose a
disability/specific learning difficulty on
the CAO application form by 1 March
2015. Applicants are then directed
to a separate online Supplementary
Information Form which asks for
additional information about the disability
or specific learning difficulty. Applicants
must complete Section A of the
Supplementary Information Form and
apply to DARE by 1 March 2015.
STEP 3
Applicants must return the Second Level
Academic Reference and Evidence of
Disability form to the CAO by 1 April
2015.
Additional facilities are available for all
registered students with disabilities
(including physical/learning/sensory
disabilities, significant ongoing
illness and mental health difficulties).
Each student’s needs are assessed
individually, taking into account
their particular requirements. To
avail of these facilities, you must
be registered with the institute’s
Disability Advisory and Support
Service. Supports include note
takers, personal assistance, learning
support, assistive technology training,
additional tuition and alternate
examination arrangements.
School leavers who meet the eligibility
criteria compete for a quota of places
allocated to applicants on a reduced
points basis in AIT. All applicants must
meet the Irish Leaving Certificate (or
equivalent) matriculation/minimum entry
and subject requirements.
Who Should Apply to DARE?
DARE is for school leavers (under
23 years old as at 1 January 2015)
who have the ability to benefit from
and succeed in higher education but
who may not meet the points for their
preferred course due to the impact of a
disability.
More Information
More Information on DARE is available
from your school guidance counsellor
or AIT’s Disability Support Service
Coordinator, Bernie Langtry (telephone
090 646 8142 and email
[email protected]. Information can also be
found on: www.accesscollge.ie,
www.cao.ie and www.ait.ie.
AIT
Student Supports
“If you are feeling overwhelmed with workload, have
any worries or personal issues, there are support
services available at AIT, people who understand and
who you can talk to”
Gillian Reidy, nursing student
Counselling Service
At any stage of your academic
career, you may experience personal
crises, difficulty in relation to study or
examinations, lack of confidence or
self-esteem, unsatisfactory relationships,
family difficulties, anxiety or depression.
The counselling service provides help
and support if you are experiencing
difficulties. The institute counsellors
provide a professional, confidential
and free service to help you cope or to
resolve difficulties.
Chaplaincy Service
The overall objective of the chaplaincy
service is to make life in AIT as
meaningful and as enjoyable as possible
and to create a spirit of cooperation and
personal care. An emergency service is
provided in the event of sudden illness,
family or personal problems. Students
are invited to visit the residence outside
working hours and volunteers to assist
with the running of the services are
always welcome. Mass is celebrated
each weekday in the institute chapel
with interdenominational services
celebrated each month.
Health Centre
We provide on campus medical and
nursing care to registered students of
AIT in a confidential, professional and
courteous manner during office hours
throughout the academic year.
Our service does not replace your
own GP as primary caregiver but is a
complementary service during episodes
of acute illness when it is not possible
to attend your own GP. Students
with a chronic condition, disorder or
disability which may require specific
support or monitoring are advised to
make themselves known to the institute
health service as soon as possible after
registration so appropriate care can be
planned.
Absolute confidentiality is maintained,
health records are stored securely in
the student health centre and do not
form part of the academic record. Your
health record is not shared with any
third party without your prior consent.
Doctor and nurse consultations are by
prior appointment. Appointments can
be made in person at reception or by
calling 090 646 8063.
A doctor service is provided for a total
of 15 consultation hours per week.
Students who are acutely unwell can
avail of a walk-in triage service with
the nurse who is available on a full-
time basis in order to meet student
health requirements. Those who make
appointments and decide not to avail
of the consultation should notify the
student health centre in advance as
failure to do so can deprive other
students of the opportunity to use that
appointment.
Access Office
The work of the Access Office is centred
around encouraging and supporting
mature students and people from socioeconomic/educationally disadvantaged
groups in progressing to third level in
the form of pre-entry and post-entry
activities. Pre-entry activities include
a Foundation Course and a number
of collaborative projects across the
region. In terms of post-entry, this office
administers the student assistance
fund and a crèche fund which may
provide financial assistance to qualifying
students attending the institute.
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International Opportunities
Athlone Institute
of Technology
offers a truly
international
education
experience.
Partnership arrangements exist
with more than 230 leading
universities all around the world
ranging from China, Malaysia,
Canada, the US, as well as
extensive opportunities in
Europe. All offer our students
the prospect of studying
overseas for a semester or a
full year.
Equally, overseas students
make-up more than 11% of the
full-time student population,
one of the highest percentages
of any third level college in
the country; with 53 different
nationalities represented.
...a world
awaits at AIT
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AIT
International Study Opportunities
for AIT Students
Anyone who has availed of the international study
opportunities offered at AIT have described it as
one of the most fulfilling experiences of their lives. A
period spent studying overseas not only looks great
on your CV, but also exposes you to new ideas,
different ways of thinking, as well as the excitement
of discovering other cultures and making new
friends.
Erasmus Experience - Germany
Lauris Peips
“A semester abroad is a great
opportunity to explore a foreign
country, possibility to gain
international experience, to meet
new people and of course have a
bit of fun.
Every month in the university
an international evening was
organised, where foreign students
introduced their country and
cooked some of their traditional
dishes.
A few years ago, back in school,
I used to learn German – and I
thought that it would be good for
me to refresh my knowledge of
the German language. Another
reason why my choice was
concentrated on Germany was
because of the healthy economy,
and that Germany is not that far
from my country of origin, which
is Latvia. Also I do not exclude the
possibility of searching for future
employment in Germany.
This experience will definitely
help me in my future work
search. Being in Germany, I have
improved my German language
skills, I have done three months of
internship with a local company
and all this will give me some
competitive advantage over the
others.”
During this year I visited several
places in Germany and Holland,
because our university in Emden
is not that far away from the
Dutch border.
AIT students have the opportunity
of studying for a period in one of
our partner colleges overseas. The
process is administered by the
International Office in association
with the student’s home faculty.
Permission must be sought and
granted by the relevant head of
department.
Now I have friends all over the
world. It was very interesting and
exciting to meet new people and
get to know their culture!
“the opportunity to spend a year abroad
studying was just too enticing to pass-up”
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International Students at AIT
AIT has a dedicated International Office which provides:
• information and support to international applicants prior to their arrival, as well as
induction events for international students registered with the institute
• assistance to international students, in the areas of accommodation, welfare,
academic and social life
• assistance to AIT students with international ambitions, in the area of finding
placements, long-term employment and exchange programmes
• information for prospective international students
Further details on the work of the International Office may be obtained from:
Mary Simpson, Director of International Relations Email: [email protected]
International (non-EU) Applicants
The institute welcomes applications from
international students. Applicants from non-EU
countries must satisfy AIT with regard to their
eligibility for courses and must demonstrate
the required level of competence in the English
language (TOEFL 213 CBT, IELTS 6 or equivalent).
Certified transcripts and English language
translations of qualifications not issued in English
must be furnished with the application. At the time
of registration applicants from non-EU countries
must have a valid visa for the duration of the
course which they wish to undertake.
Applicants from non-EU countries must apply
directly to the International Office at the institute
on or before 1 May 2015. Application forms and
procedures are available from www.ait.ie.
Certificate in English for Academic Studies for
International (non-EU) applicants
This is a one-year, full-time course designed
for international (non-EU) students who wish to
subsequently pursue an undergraduate course at
the institute. The programme provides successful
participants with an understanding of English
usage, computing, basic technology, engineering
and business.
Summer School Programme in Irish Cultural
Studies. Three-week study abroad programme
(June/July 2015) for international students
The aim of this programme is to provide
participants with an introduction to Irish history,
culture, politics and society. It focuses on key
aspects of Irish history, settlement, migration and
civilization. Through lectures, tours, discussion
and reading, the programme provides an outline
analysis of the principal phases of historic
settlement in Ireland.
The objectives of this programme are:
• to outline the events leading to the emergence
of modern Ireland, to analyse the ideas and
forces that shape its character
• to offer an analysis of the recent development
of the Irish economy and the consequent
transformation of Irish society
• to expose participants to Irish culture,
including literature, theatre, visual arts, Irish
language, music, dance, sport, food and
drink.
There is a fee payable for participation in this
programme, which includes tuition plus excursions.
Accommodation and expenses associated with
cost of living are not included.
Further details (and application forms) may be
obtained from the website: www.ait.ie, telephone
+ 353 (0)90 646 8272, facsimile +353 (0)90 642
4627 and email: [email protected].
‘I love AIT, because
there I am treated
as a real person.’
That’s the opinion of
just one of our more
than 450 international
students, students
who are drawn from
the four corners of
the globe and are
integral to the unique
AIT experience.
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‘A magnet for river traffic and
a solid manufacturing base for
international companies. It’s one
of Ireland’s most vibrant towns,
with a mix of stylish modern
developments, big shopping
centres and small winding streets,
home to independent businesses’
Lonely Planet
Athlone – European Town of Sport 2013 – is located at the heart of Ireland,
and is one of the largest inland towns in the country, with a population
of some 25,000 people. Easily accessible from most parts of Ireland, it is
well-serviced by public transport and improvements in the national road
network, and is situated on the M6 motorway from Dublin to Galway.
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Athlone Amenities
A wide range of
amenities and services
are available within a
30-kilometre radius of
Athlone town.
Leisure Pursuits
Athlone is an ideal destination for water
enthusiasts who may participate in
rowing, sailing, cruising, wind surfing,
fishing and canoeing on the Shannon
and nearby Lough Ree. Cycling, driving
and walking trails have also been
developed in recent years. Leisure
facilities in the area include golf, horseriding and racing, hunting, tennis,
scuba-diving, rowing, sailing, hockey,
camogie, rugby, soccer and Gaelic
games. Indoor facilities and activities
include gyms, swimming pools, bowling,
badminton, snooker/pool, indoor soccer,
arts, drama and musical societies. The
local rugby club, Buccaneers, play in
Division 1B of the Ulster Bank League
and their home, Dubarry Park, has been
home for all of Ireland’s under-20 rugby
internationals since 2006. Soccer club,
Athlone Town, plays in the Airtricity
League Premier Division, and their
new stadium was officially opened
in 2007. Athlone Regional Sports
Centre incorporates a 25-metre heated
swimming pool, a fully-equipped fitness
suite, a sports hall and an astro-turf
pitch.
Social Scene
Athlone offers a treasure of interesting
family-owned, national and international
shops from which to choose. The
Athlone Town Centre is the largest
shopping and leisure centre outside
of Dublin, while the Golden Island
Shopping Centre, which is located less
than two kilometres from the institute,
offers a blend of quality stores and a
multi-screen cinema complex.
Athlone is a busy and prosperous town
with an abundance of interesting tourist
attractions and excellent restaurants
catering for all tastes. The Left Bank
area of town has retained much of its
old-world character and is currently
being revitalised by an extensive
renovation programme. The town has
been the location of the All-Ireland
Amateur Drama Festival for more
than fifty years and the town’s various
theatres offer on-going programmes of
entertainment.
Commercial Hub
Athlone has an excellent and modern
commercial and industrial base and
employers in the town include Alkermes,
Ericsson, Covidien, Utah Medical,
Lund International, M&C Specialties, IO
Systems, Athlone Extrusions, Vitabond,
One Direct, AXA Insurance, Innocol,
Teleflex and KCI Medical. The town is
also the regional centre for Enterprise
Ireland, the IDA, FÁS and the Defence
Forces, as well as the Department of
Education and Skills.
AIT has been a factor in attracting many
of these industries to the town. With
its combined population of over 6,000
staff and students, it is an important
contributor to the well-being of the
regional economy.
Historical Athlone
Historically, Athlone and the Midlands
played a very significant role in the
development of Ireland’s intellectual
heritage. The town is located not
far from the famous early Christian
monastery and university of
Clonmacnois which established the
tradition of learning and scholarship
in the Midlands. In the seventeenth
century the Midlands experienced the
first impact of new scientific learning
when Richard Heaton, the father of
Irish botany, carried out his fieldwork
in Offaly and north Tipperary, and
Miles Symner, mathematician and
engineer, modernised the fortifications
of Athlone. The leading astronomer
of the nineteenth century, the third
Earl of Rosse, constructed the largest
telescope in the world at nearby Birr, Co
Offaly. His son, Charles Parsons, was
the inventor of the steam turbine and a
cousin, Mary Ward, was one of the first
Irish women scientists of distinction.
Another native of Co Offaly, John Joly,
gained renown as a physicist, engineer
and geologist. In the twentieth century
John Desmond Bernal, the Nenaghborn physicist, was both a fellow of the
Royal Society and a Lenin prizewinner.
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“Athlone is a really lovely
town, with something for
everyone. Along with the
big name shops there are
also some really funky
boutiques. There are lots
of cafés and eateries to
choose from, and a great
nightlife with live music in
many of the venues.”
Emma Hanly
pharmaceutical science
More information on Athlone can be found at www.athlone.ie
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creativity and
“Athlone has a top class third
level institution with innovation
and creativity as its core. The
modern campus is a hive of
educational and social activity
all year round”
Athlone – The Best of Ireland Series
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Access Course
Certificate in English for Academic Studies
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If you’re an adult learner and wish to embark on
a career in social care, engineering, hospitality,
business, science or information technology,
this is the course for you. The Foundation
Certificate provides an ideal base if you wish to
return to study after a break in your educational
experience and if you have not benefited fully
from, or had access to, previous educational
opportunities.
ACCESS AND
FOUNDATION
Access and Foundation Programmes
Contact
Theresa Ryan
Access Officer
Tel: + 353 (0)90 646 8123
Email: [email protected]
Mary Simpson
Director of International Relations
Tel: + 353 (0)90 646 8273
Email: [email protected]
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ACCESS COURSE
Successful completion of this
programme allows you to apply
for entry to higher certificate
programmes at AIT
If you’re an adult learner and wish to embark
on a career in social care, engineering,
hospitality, business, science or information
technology – this is the course for you. The
Foundation Certificate provides an ideal base
if you wish to return to study after a break in
your educational experience and if you have
not benefited fully from, or had access to,
previous educational opportunities.
Modules
Communications and Study Skills,
Mathematics, Information Technology,
Educational Guidance, Business Studies
and Finance, Social Studies, Science,
Engineering.
Progression
Successful completion of this programme
allows you to apply for entry to higher
certificate programmes at AIT. You may
also be eligible to apply for entry onto the
first year of a suitable ordinary degree
programme.
Further Information/
Application
Access Office
Tel:
+ 353 (0)90 646 8123
Email:[email protected]
NFQ level6
Duration
1 year
part-time
Apply to
Access
Office, AIT
Minimum Entry
Requirements
Mature applicants, aged 22
years or over on 1 January on
year of commencement are
eligible to apply.
Candidates aged 21 years are
required to have Grade D3 at
ordinary level in five subjects
in the Leaving Certificate
examination, including
Mathematics and a language
(English or Irish).
The selection procedure
involves an interview.
CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH FOR
ACADEMIC STUDIES
For International (non-EU) students
This programme aims to provide you
with an understanding of English
usage, computing, basic technology,
engineering and business.
This programme provides an effective
foundation course for international
(non-EU) students who wish to pursue
undergraduate studies at AIT. Its principal
aim is to equip you with the necessary
skills, knowledge, confidence, and English
language competence, to continue your
education in science, business, hospitality
or technology-related areas.
This programme aims to provide you with
• an understanding of English usage,
computing, basic technology,
engineering and business;
• the opportunity of gaining entry to one
of AIT’s range of Engineering, Science,
Humanities or Business courses at
higher certificate or ordinary degree
level for the following academic
year (on successful completion of
all elements of the course, including
examinations).
The course has been designed to:
• provide you with an introduction to
the technical modules of computing,
engineering, science, communications
and business studies;
• prepare you, both academically and
practically, for entry into full-time higher
education programmes;
• develop your ability to communicate
effectively in a wide range of business
settings and enhance your oral, aural,
reading and writing skills in the areas
relevant to international trade and
commerce;
• familiarise you with basics of English
language usage, both verbal and
written, so that you can progress with
ease from a strong foundation.
Modules
English, Mathematics, Communications
and Life Skills, Cultural Studies,
Computing, Introduction to Business
Studies, Introduction to Science and
Technology.
International students will also have
two hours per week available to attend
additional English language classes during
their undergraduate studies.
Progression
allows you to apply for entry to higher
certificate programmes at AIT. You may
also be eligible to apply for entry onto the
first year of a suitable ordinary-level degree
programme at the institute.
Fee
A fee is payable by each student
undertaking this course. Details of fees are
available from the institute.
Further Information/
Application
International Office
Telephone:
+ 353 (0)90 646 8273
Fax:
+ 353 (0)90 642 4627
Email:[email protected]
Duration
1 year
Application toInternational
Office, AIT
Minimum Entry
Requirements
Entry to the course is
based on successful
completion of second-level
education (equivalent of
Leaving Certificate/A-Level
examination). The selection
procedure will involve
completion of an English test.
Please note that no prior
knowledge of the course
subjects is required.
Applicants from non-EU
countries must hold a valid
visa for the duration of the
course.
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ACCOUNTING
Accounting Programmes
CAO programmes
Accounting Technicians Ireland Technician Course
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Accounting
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Add-on Level 8 honours degree
Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Applied Accounting
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“One of the best things about AIT is the constant
contact and communication with lecturers. They
are always willing to help and make themselves
available. Also many of the lecturers within the
accounting stream are external lecturers with the
accountancy bodies, so you are guaranteed to
be getting the knowledge and education that is
expected from external bodies.”
Fiona Harrington
Student of the year 2012
Contact
Brendan Doyle
Head of Department of Accounting
and Business Computing (Acting)
Email [email protected]
Tel + 353 (0)90 648 3020
www.ait.ie/business
www.facebook.com/AITBusinessSchool
@busatait
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Why Choose Accounting at AIT?
Our honours accounting degree gives
students the option of undertaking a
placement year, giving them hugely
valuable work experience.
Graduates from our honours degrees
are deemed eligible by the Teaching
Council to apply for a Postgraduate
Diploma in Education course.
Lecturers have extensive industry
experience which enriches their
teaching skills and competencies.
Accountancy students at AIT
consistently score top marks in
international professional body
examinations.
AIT accountancy graduates receive a
large number of exemptions from the
following professional bodies: CIMA,
ACCA, CPA and CAI.
Student tutors and mentors are on
hand to provide extra support outside
the lecture theatre.
Course progression
Bachelor
of Arts
(Honours) in
Accounting
Bachelor of
Business
(Honours)
in Applied
Accounting
AL852
(Level 8)
3 or 4 years
(Level 8)
+1 year
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Master of Arts in Accounting
Postgraduate opportunities (Levels 9/10)
Year 2
Accounting
Technicians
Ireland
Technicians
Course
AL654
(Level 6)
2 years
Name: Lorraine O’Grady
Course: MA in Accounting
Graduated: 2010
Employer: Carroll Cuisine
Position: Financial Accountant
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AL654 ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS
IRELAND TECHNICIAN COURSE
Accounting technicians can perform
a wide range of finance roles, from
accounts staff to financial controller
and beyond.
Accounting technicians are qualified
accounting professionals that work at all
levels of finance. They can work in all types
of organisations and are widely employed
throughout the public sector, industry and
commerce and in private accountancy
practices.
They are involved in the day-to-day
practical work of accountancy and
play a key operational role in producing
reliable financial information. Accounting
technicians can perform a wide range
of finance roles, from accounts staff
to financial controller and beyond. For
instance, they can do financial accounting
and budgeting, costing and credit control,
payroll administration and tax returns. More
experienced accounting technicians may
often perform senior managerial tasks and
audits.
The Accounting Technicians Ireland
qualification is divided into two parts, each
of which is a qualification in its own right:
• Certificate for Accounting Technician
• Diploma for Accounting Technicians
Each part is a separate qualification
and successful completion of both year
leads to the full Diploma for Accounting
Technicians. Both awards are designed to
address the strong market need in all Irish
sectors for qualified accounting technician
professionals, and also to support the
continuing evelopment of those already
employed.
Modules
Year 1
Financial Accounting, Taxation, Law &
Ethics, Business Management
CAO code
Year 2
Advanced Financial Accounting, Advanced
Taxation, Management Accounting,
Integrated Accounting Systems
Duration
Progression
Holders of this qualification are eligible
to join the second year of the three-year
honours Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in
Accounting programme at AIT.
Career Opportunities
Students who have successfully completed
this course have shown that they are able
to offer competent accounting support to
business managers in different areas of the
financial world.
AL654
NFQ level6
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 160
Cut-off 2013 AQA
Highest 2013 370
Median 2013 340
Application to CAO
Minimum entry requirements
Leaving Certificate
Grade D3 at ordinary level in
five subjects, or four Grade D3
results of which at least two are
on higher-level papers. Passes
must be obtained in English
and at least one of the subjects
Mathematics or Accountancy..
AL852
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS)
IN ACCOUNTING
You will acquire expertise in the
areas of accountancy, finance,
management, information technology
and general business.
This hugely-respected honours Bachelor
degree in accounting will provide you with
an in-depth knowledge of the fundamental
theories, concepts, principles and
practices essential for a rewarding career
in professional accountancy.
At a general level, the degree will give you
the knowledge, skills, abilities and attitudes
necessary for a successful career in
today’s challenging business environment.
You will learn how commercial and
industrial organisations function, the
environmental factors that affect an
organisation and the contribution of the
accounting/finance professional to an
organisation’s success.
The programme may be undertaken as a
three-year programme or alternatively you
may elect to to undertake a placement
year, whereby the degree takes four years
to complete. The additional year comprises
work preparation modules in semester 1,
and a six-month placement in semester 2.
Modules
Year 1
Business Law, Economics, Financial
Accounting, Learning to Learn,
Quantitative Techniques, Management
Accounting, Corporate Law, IT and
Computer Applications.
Year 2
Corporate Law, Financial Management,
Organisational Management, Systems
Development and E-commerce, Financial
Accounting, Management Accounting,
Taxation
Year 3 – Placement year
Accounting Software, Microsoft Office
Professional, Professional Skills &
Communication for Business, Work
Placement
Year 3 or 4 (if placement year is chosen)
Corporate Reporting, Management
Accounting, Financial Management, Project
Management, Strategic Management,
Taxation, Auditing and Systems Review.
Progression
As a Level 8 graduate you will be eligible
to apply for the MA in Accounting at
AIT. Alternatively, you may choose to
study towards membership of one of the
professional accountancy bodies.
Professional Bodies
CIMA awards graduates from the BA
(Hons) in Accounting exemptions from
eight out of the 14 examinations in their
professional programme. ACCA offers AIT
graduates exemptions from nine papers
out of 14 required for qualification. CPA
offers AIT graduates exemptions from 11
out of the 16 papers on their syllabus,
while CAI offers AIT graduates exemption
from CAP 1 of their qualification process.
Accreditation
Graduates of this programme are deemed
eligible by the Teaching Council to apply
for a Postgraduate Diploma in Education
programme at Irish universities, recognised
to teach the subject Accounting.
CAO code
AL852
NFQ level8
Duration
3 or 4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 310
Cut-off 2013 340
Highest 2013 425
Median 2013 385
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
Grade C3 at higher level in
two subjects, plus Grade
D3 at ordinary level in four
other subjects in the Leaving
Certificate examination. Two
of these subjects must be
(English or Irish).
FETAC
FETAC applicants to this
programme must hold one of the
following awards:
Administration (BBSAX or
5M2468) or Business Studies
(BBSXX or 5M2102).
They are also required to have
distinctions in three modules.
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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (HONOURS)
IN APPLIED ACCOUNTING
During this honours programme
you will develop an advanced
understanding of concepts, theories
and practice.
If you have successfully completed
professional examinations of a major
internationally recognised accounting
body up to and including the penultimate
stage, this add-on honours degree may
be of interest to you. The programme is
based on practical, professional, employerdriven requirements. As a student, you will
develop enhanced technical abilities and
practical operational skills, complementing
the success which you have already
achieved in professional accountancy
examinations and maximising your career
prospects.
current theories and practices, and to
make recommendations on their strategic
impact on an organisation in an accounting
and finance context. Particular emphasis
will be placed upon business ethics and
corporate social responsibility.
Delivery
The programme will be delivered over one
full academic year via blended learning
with a limited number of face-to-face sessions.
During this honours programme you will
develop an advanced understanding of
concepts, theories and practice. You will
learn to conduct critical appraisals in the
context of strategic business management
and will develop skills of analysis,
interpretation, evaluation and judgement.
Human Resources Management,
Corporate Governance, Strategic
Management, Research Project, Research
Methodology.
The ability to work as part of a team and
to take leadership and responsibility in a
group setting are core workplace skills
which will be enhanced throughout the
year. You will learn to use interpersonal
skills for the deployment of advanced
techniques.
An honours degree is an effective basis
for postgraduate studies and research
leading to Master’s (Level 9) qualifications.
You may also decide to study towards full
membership of one of the professional
accountancy bodies. Full details on all
postgraduate opportunities at AIT are
contained in the postgraduate prospectus.
Research, analysis, interpretation and the
recommendation of innovative solutions
to problems are further skills that will be
developed during this year. In particular,
you will develop the capacity to conduct
high-level qualitative and quantitative
research and the strategic ability to analyse
and interpret information.
Part of the skill-set you will develop on this
programme is the ability to research
Modules
Progression
As the availability of honours graduates
becomes more widespread in the jobs
market, employers can be more selective.
This qualification is designed to provide
you with the knowledge, skills and
attitudes necessary for further success and
progression in a competitive job market.
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NFQ level
Duration
Apply to
1 year
Admissions
Office, AIT
You should have successfully
completed professional
examinations of a major
internationally recognised
accounting body – e.g. CPA,
CIMA, ACCA, ICAI – or have
successfully completed the
penultimate (up to, but not
including final) examinations of
one of these bodies.
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Diarmuid McCoy
Course: Accounting & Finance
Graduated: 1993
Employer: Universal Music
Group
Position: Senior Director
Finance
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CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Engineering in Civil Engineering Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
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Add-on Level 7 degrees
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Construction
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Add-on Level 8 honours degrees
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Energy and
Business Management
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Engineering courses at AIT involve both
theory-based leaning and practical application
demonstrated through laboratory and project
work. Courses offered within the School prepare
students to use their technical knowledge and
skills in an industrial environment. Students have
full access to specialist laboratories, as well as
the institute’s extensive computer facilities.
BUILT
ENVIRONMENT
Built Environment Programmes
Contact
Joe Lawless
Head of Dept of Mechanical/Polymer
Engineering Trades
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 1824
www.ait.ie/engineering
www.facebook.com/SOENG
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Why Choose Built Environment at AIT?
AIT is one of the few institutes of
technology to offer qualifications in
civil engineering to honours degree
level.
Engineers Ireland accreditation
available to graduates of selected
programmes.
teaching.
Student tutors and mentors are on
hand to provide extra support outside
the lecture theatre.
Programmes are delivered in the
state-of-the-art Engineering and
Informatics Building.
Course progression
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
in Civil Engineering
(Level 8)
+ 2 years
Bachelor of
Science (Hons)
in
Energy and
Business
Management
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Engineering in
Civil Engineering
Bachelor of
Engineering in
Civil Engineering
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
AL721
(Level 7)
3 years
Higher
Certificate in
Civil Engineering
AL604
(Level 6)
2 years
Bachelor of
Science in
Sustainable
Construction
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Mícheál McGreal
Course: BEng (Hons) in Civil
Engineer
Graduated: 2012
Employer: Gemini Corporation
Position: Civil Engineer
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AL604
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN
CIVIL ENGINEERING
This higher certificate course aims to
develop your theoretical and practical
knowledge of civil engineering.
Accreditation
Civil engineering is the broadest of the
engineering fields. It focuses on the
infrastructure of the world which include
water works, sewers, power plants,
railroads, roads, bridges, tunnels, industrial
plant buildings, and skyscrapers, to
mention just a few.
As a graduate of the Higher Certificate in
Civil Engineering, you are eligible to apply
to Engineers Ireland to use the registered
professional title of Engineering Technician.
This higher certificate course aims to
develop your theoretical and practical
knowledge of civil engineering. It will give
you a thorough knowledge of the materials
involved, and the standards required, in
attaining structures of high quality in terms
of design specification and construction.
Civil engineering technicians generally find
employment with contractors, consultants,
road materials suppliers and local
authorities. Specifically, you can expect to
work in a technical capacity as a surveyor,
draughtsperson or laboratory technician
involved in testing materials and supporting
companies in the civil/construction trade.
Modules
Year 1
Mathematics, Construction Technology
& CAD, Engineering Science & Materials,
Engineering Survey, Structural Mechanics,
Communications and Computer
Applications.
Year 2
Mathematics, Engineering Materials,
Surveying, Soil Mechanics & Technology,
Structural Engineering, Fluid Mechanics,
Project and CAD, Construction
Management.
Progression
When you graduate from this Higher
Certificate programme you are eligible to
apply to join the Bachelor of Engineering in
Civil Engineering (Level 7) or related Level 7
programmes at other third-level institutions.
CAO code
AL604
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 AQA
Cut-off 2013 165
Highest 2013 355
Median 2013 260
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
five subjects in the Leaving
(English or Irish).
FETAC
Any FETAC level 5 qualification
is acceptable. Applicants to
this programme are required,
however, to have the module
Mathematics for Engineering
(C20174 or 5N1833) included
in their award or alternatively
have Leaving Certificate
Mathematics.
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BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING IN
CIVIL ENGINEERING
The course will enable you to gain
the academic and scientific capability
necessary to make a significant.
contribution to civil engineering
On this one-year add-on degree
programme, you will learn about the
engineering and planning methods
associated with the design, construction
and maintenance of civil engineering
structures and facilities. The course will
enable you to gain the academic and
scientific capability necessary to make a
significant contribution to civil engineering
construction operations and to create an
awareness of environmental considerations
in civil engineering.
Modules
Year 3
Mathematics, Structural Analysis & Design,
Geotechnical Engineering, Costing &
Engineering Management, Engineering
Materials
plus one of the following elective options
CIVIL ENGINEERING ELECTIVES
Environmental Engineering & Hydraulics,
and Project and CAD
or
HIGHWAY/TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
ELECTIVES
Traffic Engineering & Hydraulics and Road
Design & Project.
Progression
As a graduate of this programme you are
eligible to apply to join the Bachelor Of
Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering,
provided you have an overall Merit 2 (5059%) or higher and achieve at least 70%
in the Mathematics module or a pass in
bridging Mathematics (offered to students
by AIT). Alternatively, you may wish to
apply for admission to Year 2 of a threeyear degree programme or to Year 3 of a
four-year honours degree (Level 8) course
in civil engineering at other third-level
institutions.
Employment opportunities occur both
in the public and private sector e.g.
with civil engineering contractors, civil/
structural engineering consultants, national
and local government agencies in areas
including water supply, road/bridge design
and maintenance, building regulations
compliance and assessment of engineering
material by laboratory analysis.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Civil
Engineering (Level 6) or an
approved equivalent Level 6
qualification.
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AL721
CIVIL ENGINEERING
This degree will give you a thorough
knowledge of structures of high quality
in terms of design specification and
construction.
Civil engineering is the oldest branch of
engineering and deals with the design,
construction and maintenance of the
physical and naturally built environment,
including works such as bridges, roads,
canals, dams and buildings.
HIGHWAY/TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
ELECTIVES
Traffic Engineering & Hydraulics and Road
Design & Project.
This three-year degree will develop your
theoretical and practical knowledge of civil
engineering. It will give you a thorough
knowledge of the materials involved,
and the standards required, in attaining
structures of high quality in terms of design
specification and construction.
eligible to apply to join the Bachelor of
provided you have an overall Merit 2 (5059%) or higher and achieve at least 70%
in the mathematics module or a pass in
bridging Mathematics (offered to students
by AIT). Alternatively, you may wish to
apply for admission to Year 2 of a threeyear degree programme or to Year 3 of a
four-year honours degree (Level 8) course
in civil engineering at other third-level
institutions.
Modules
Year 1
Mathematics, Construction Technology
& CAD, Engineering Science & Materials,
Engineering Survey, Structural Mechanics,
Communications and Computer
Applications.
Year 2
Mathematics, Engineering Materials,
Surveying, Soil Mechanics & Technology,
Structural Engineering, Fluid Mechanics,
Project and CAD, Construction
Management.
Year 3
Mathematics, Structural Analysis & Design,
Geotechnical Engineering, Costing &
Engineering Management, Engineering
Materials
plus one of the following elective options
CIVIL ENGINEERING ELECTIVES
Environmental Engineering & Hydraulics,
and Project and CAD
or
Progression
Employment opportunities occur both
in the public and private sector e.g.
with civil engineering contractors, civil/
structural engineering consultants, national
and local government agencies in areas
including water supply, road/bridge design
and maintenance, building regulations
compliance and assessment of engineering
material by laboratory analysis.
CAO code
AL721
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 AQA
Cut-off 2013 AQA
Highest 2013 340
Median 2013 210
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
(C20174 or 5N1833) included
Mathematics.
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
(HONOURS) IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
The programme will give you the
skill set to apply scientific methods,
reasoning and analysis to provide
solutions to civil engineering problems.
This add-on honours degree is designed
to produce high quality civil engineers
with good analytical and numerate skills
balanced with practical understanding and
know-how. The programme will equip you
with the skill set necessary to apply scientific
methods, reasoning and analysis to provide
solutions to civil engineering problems.
During the two years you will learn the
design methods, procedures and codes
used in the design of buildings, roads
and related infrastructure. Specifically,
you will understand the principles of road
design and the basic principles of traffic
engineering, particularly traffic survey work
and forecasting.
You will be taught the application of
computer models in civil engineering,
and the fundamentals of engineering
mathematics theory and its applications in
resolving engineering problems. Analytical
frameworks and procedures used in solving
structural engineering problems are also
taught.
The design of water supply and sewerage
systems are an important part of a civil
engineer’s work and on this programme you
will learn the fundamental equations and
principles of hydraulics used in this area. You
will also learn about rock and soil properties
and their implication for engineering design,
as well as general principles of foundation
design and construction.
Modules
Year 4
Engineering Mathematics, Hydraulics,
Structural Analysis, Structural Design,
Engineering Geology and Soil Mechanics,
Mechanics of Solids, Traffic Engineering,
Engineer in Society
Year 5
Industrial Placement, Research
Methodology, Scheme Design, Mechanics
of Solids, Geotechnical Engineering,
Construction Management, Project,
Environmental Engineering, Foundation
Engineering, Numerical Methods, Highway
Design
Progression
This honours Bachelor’s degree is an
effective basis for postgraduate study and
research leading to a Master’s (Level 9)
qualification.
Accreditation
As a graduate of this Bachelor of
you are eligible to apply to Engineers Ireland
to use the registered professional title of
Chartered Engineer.
Potential job opportunities include
consulting engineers (work may include road
and junction design, traffic assessment,
analysis and design of engineering
structures), building and civil engineering
contractors (work may include managing
various work packages, ultimately leading
to the overall management of major projects
such as bridges and water schemes), local
authorities (work may include design and
construction of roads and water projects),
government departments (work may include
assessing road infrastructure projects for
funding) and semi-state bodies.
NFQ level8
Duration
2 years
Application to Admissions
Office, AIT
Applicants must have
achieved an overall Merit 2
(50-59%) or higher in the
Bachelor of Engineering
(Level 7) in Civil Engineering
or equivalent. They must
also have obtained 70% or
higher in ordinary degree level
Mathematics module or a
pass in Bridging Mathematics
to bring the student to the
requisite standard. Bridging
Mathematics is offered to
students by AIT.
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION
The course will enable you to make a
significant contribution to sustainable
construction
On this course you will learn about the
methods of sustainable construction,
costing and planning associated with
sustainable design projects. You will
also study how to choose appropriate
sustainable/renewable energy sources to
provide a low carbon emission dwelling;
as well as planning and managing new
and renovation sustainable dwelling
projects. The course will enable you
to gain the academic and scientific
capability necessary to make a significant
contribution to sustainable construction
and to create an awareness of
environmental considerations.
Modules
Year 3
Renewable Energy Systems, Sustainable
Development, Building Inspection & Defect
Analysis, Construction Management &
Costing, Sustainable Design, Project,
Energy Conservation & Rating, Building
Services.
Progression
eligible to apply for an honours degree in a
cognate area.
Employment opportunities for graduates
occur principally in the private sector e.g.
sustainable building contractors and build
environment professional consultancies.
The general nature of the course helps to
ensure a wide range of job opportunities,
including employment with building
contractors, architects, quantity surveyors
and local authorities. Opportunities are
many and varied and could involve the
preparation of drawings and specifications,
surveying and
setting out on site or the technical sales
area dealing with equipment or the supply
of specialist materials.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Science in
Construction Studies (Level 6).
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS)
IN ENERGY AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
This course provides the graduate
with the skills necessary to implement
European and international standards
relating to technologies.
This level 8 honours degree course in
energy and business management is a
full-time blended learning programme of
study. The programme has been developed
in consultation with industry leaders and
has been designed to focus on identifying
energy usage and efficiency improvements
for clients in the commercial, public and
industrial sectors. Alongside this, the
course aims to provide the energy and
business management graduate with the
skills necessary to implement European
and international standards relating to
technologies, business, environmental
and financial constraints in the commercial
sector.
It is a flexible programme with an
international focus especially in the areas
of environmental and energy legislation,
international business and trade, and
through the use of internationally recognised
BIM (Building Information Modelling) and
other generic IT software packages used in
management roles.
The work-based project module, undertaken
in the second semester, is intended to
capture the knowledge and skills acquired
under the suite of modules.
Modules
Year 4
Energy Auditing, Energy Management,
Business, Sales & Marketing, Facility
Management, Project Management,
Environmental Design, Building Information
Modelling (BIM) and Informatics, Workbased Project/Work placement
Progression
qualification. Full details of postgraduate
opportunities at AIT are contained in the
postgraduate prospectus.
Energy management within a corporate
structure, Energy auditing (either for a
company or through self-employment), The
sales and development area of green energy
supply, auditing and management, The area
of property/ facilities/ project management.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Bachelor of Science in
Sustainable Construction
or equivalent Level 7
qualification.
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BUSINESS
Courses offered cover a wide range of areas from
management to business psychology, social media
marketing and much more.
Business Programmes
CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Business
Higher Certificate in Business in Office Management
Higher Certificate in Music with Music and
Instrument Technology
Higher Certificate in Business in Social Media Marketing
Higher Certificate in Business in Equine Studies Bachelor of Business (Honours) Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Psychology
Bachelor of Business and Law (Honours)
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Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business in Digital Marketing
Bachelor of Business in Equine Studies
Bachelor of Business in International Business Management 67
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Add-on Level 8 honours degrees & higher diplomas
Bachelor of Business (Honours)
Higher Diploma in Business
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You will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge, develop skills
and cultivate attitudes which will help you to fulfil your potential
and maximise your career prospects.
Business is an exciting, challenging and dynamic area within
which to work. When you consider how much business impacts
on our daily lives, it is easy to see the relevance and benefit of a
qualification in this field. Success in a business studies or related
programme can be a passport to a rewarding and interesting
career.
The learning process within the Business School takes place in an
environment where you have access to modern resources, expert
staff knowledge, links with employers and the latest technology.
The ‘ladder’ system of qualifications allows you to progress from
higher certificate through to honours Bachelor degree, and on to
postgraduate studies.
Contact
Owen Ross
Head of Department of Business Studies
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 1895
Brendan Doyle
Tel + 353 (0)90 648 3020
www.ait.ie/business
@busatait
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Why Choose Business at AIT?
Our programmes offer the opportunity
to study the major disciplines in
business: accounting, finance,
economics, management, marketing,
Diploma in Education course.
The Business School has extensive
links with industry, commerce and the
public sector, which influences and
enriches all programmes.
Our niche programmes are in highgrowth industries and offer the
prospect of exciting, rewarding careers.
Course progression
Master of Business
Bachelor of
Business
(Honours)
(Honours)
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
AL850
(Level 8)
4 years
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Higher
Certificate in
Business
AL650
(Level 6)
2 years
Higher
Certificate
in Business
in Office
Management
AL653
(Level 6)
2 years
Higher
Certificate
in Business
with Music
& Instrument
Technology
AL651
(Level 6)
2 years
Bachelor of
Business
in Digital
Marketing
Bachelor of
Business
in Equine
Studies
(Level7)
+ 1 year
(Level7)
+ 1 year
Higher
Certificate in
Business in
Social Media
Marketing
AL655
(Level 6)
2 years
Higher
Certificate
in Business
in Equine
Studies
AL652
(Level 6)
2 years
Bachelor
of Arts
(Honours)
in Business
Psychology
AL854
(Level 8)
4 years
Bachelor of
Business
and Law
(Honours)
AL851
(Level 8)
4 years
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AL650
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS
You will gain an understanding of the
functional areas of business and of the
factors which influence success.
This course contains business knowledge
and skills which form the basis for a
career in industry, commerce or the public
service. You will gain an understanding of
the functional areas of business and of the
factors which influence business success.
On graduation, you should be able to use
your knowledge and skills for problem
solving in a business context. You will also
learn how effective interpersonal relations
at work contribute to the public image
of an organisation and to its progress.
Development of your communication skills
also forms part of the course. Holders of
the higher certificate may apply to join the
Bachelor of Business (Level 7) programme
at AIT.
Modules
Year 1
Financial Accounting, Computer
Applications, Economics, Marketing,
Learning to Learn, Quantitative Techniques,
Business Management,
Electives
Insurance and Banking, European Studies,
French, Spanish ab initio.
Year 2
Management Accounting, IT and
Computer Applications, Marketing
Management, Human Resource
Management
Electives
Operations Management, Applied
Economics, Financial Accounting, Services
Marketing, Analysis of Financial Institutions,
E-business, Insurance and Banking,
International Economics, French, Spanish
ab initio.
Progression
As a holder of this qualification you will
be eligible to apply to join the Bachelor
of Business (Level 7) programme at
AIT. Alternatively, you may avail of the
exemptions granted by one of the
professional accountancy bodies and apply
for full-time accountancy studies at AIT.
This course helps to prepare you for a
career in areas such as general business,
accounting, banking, insurance, marketing,
management, administration, retail services
and computing.
CAO code
AL650
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 185
Cut-off 2013 180
Highest 2013 390
Median 2013 335
Apply to
CAO
Alternative Access
Opportunity
Year 1 of this course is also
available at the Cavan Institute
(tel. 049 433 2633/
433 2805, and email
[email protected])
Students who successfully
complete the examinations
at the end of year 1 at this
institution progress to year 2 of
the course in AIT.
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
Any FETAC level 5 qualification is
acceptable; there are no specific
module requirements.
AL653
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IN OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Holders of the qualification may reasonably
expect promotion to junior management,
upon gaining employment experience.
As a student on this course you will obtain
an understanding of the principles and
practices of office management.
This course will allow you to gain the
knowledge and develop the skills
required for positions such as secretaries,
personal assistants, managers and office
supervisors in industrial, commercial and
service organisations.
Latest developments in office technology
and software applications are an integral
element of the curriculum. It is possible to
obtain Microsoft Office Specialist Expert
Master accreditation as part of your
studies.
Holders of the qualification may reasonably
expect promotion to junior management,
upon gaining employment experience.
A text processing speed of at least 45wpm
at 97% accuracy is expected to be
achieved over the duration of the course.
According to the National Skills Bulleting
2012, there were approximately 64,000
people employed in administrative and
support services.
Modules
Year 1
Computer Applications, Economics,
Business Accounting, Text Processing*,
Learning to Learn, Computer Applications,
Business Accounting, Business
Management,
Electives
Health Services Administration, Insurance
and Banking, French, Spanish ab initio.
Year 2
IT and Computer Applications, Business
Accounting, Marketing, Text Processing*,
Human Resource Management,
Electives
Health Services Administration, Insurance
and Banking, French, Spanish ab initio.
* Examinations in this area require a
significant level of speed and accuracy in
processing language-based information
and, therefore, may prove difficult for a
student with a specific learning difficulty
e.g. dyslexia.
Progression
Holders of the qualification are eligible to
apply to join a Bachelor of Business (Level
7) programme at AIT.
On successful completion of the course
you are eligible to obtain secretarial and
administrative employment in areas such
as general business, banking, insurance,
tourism and retail.
CAO code
AL653
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 115
Cut-off 2013 195
Highest 2013 395
Median 2013 260
Application to CAO
Alternative Access
Opportunity
Year 1 of this course is also
available at the Cavan Institute
(tel. 049 433 2633/
433 2805, and email
[email protected])
Students who successfully
complete the examinations
at the end of year 1 at this
institution progress to year 2 of
the course in AIT.
Leaving Certificate
Grade D3 at ordinary level in five
subjects in the Leaving Certificate examination. Two of these
subjects must be Mathematics
and a language (English or Irish).
FETAC
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AL651
WITH MUSIC AND INSTRUMENT
TECHNOLOGY
You will be involved in a wide range
of practical work, encompassing
instrument craft and design, sound
engineering.
Are you interested in learning about sound
engineering, instrument technology, and
music production, as well as about the
business side of the music industry and
business in general? Then, this two-year
course may be of interest to you.
The Higher Certificate in Business with
Music and Instrument Technology is a
diverse programme that aims to bring
business principles to audio engineers,
instrument makers and budding
entrepreneurs!
During the course of your studies on this
programme you will be involved in a wide
range of practical work, encompassing
instrument craft and design, sound
engineering, general business and
music business.This diversity aims to
give graduates of the course a range of
skills and flexibility to work within a highly
competitive industry.
Modules are delivered through a
combination of lectures, practical work,
projects and continuous assessment.
On completion of the course, you will have
assembled a portfolio of industry-related
work to take you forward into your career.
Modules
Year 1
Computer Applications, Sound
Engineering, Learning to Learn, Financial
Accounting, Instrument Technology,
Business Management, Music and
Instrument Appreciation.
Year 2
Marketing, Sound Engineering, Enterprise
Project, Operations Management, Work
Placement, Project, Instrument Technology,
Management Accounting.
Progression
Holders of the qualification are eligible to
apply to join a Bachelor of Business (Level
7) programme at AIT. A module in Sound
Engineering is included in this programme
as an elective.
With the higher certificate you will be
qualified to assume a junior position in
the sound engineering or instrument
technology or business sectors of
the music and related industries. The
following positions should be typical:
sound technician (live and studio), event
organiser, festival administrator, venue
administrator, instrument maintenance
technician, instrument repair technician,
equipment maintenance technician.
CAO code
AL651
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 200
Cut-off 2013 230
Highest 2013 400
Median 2013 330
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
Students develop both generic
and specialised knowledge related
to how industrial and commercial
organisations function.
This programme, at third-year level,
provides EU and other overseas
students with a range of business and
related knowledge and skills required for
successful careers in international business
management. The curriculum also helps
the student to develop an understanding of
Irish history, culture and traditions, as well
as providing an insight into the political and
administrative structures of the country.
Students develop both generic and
specialised knowledge related to how
industrial and commercial organisations
function and to those environmental factors
which impact upon the success of an
enterprise. A critical understanding of the
key factors involved in effective business
management, and the development of
attitudes and expertise required in today’s
challenging business environment are
amongst the benefits to be gained from
the programme. You will also improve your
competence in spoken and written English.
Modules
Year 3
Managerial Finance, Business
Management and Enterprise Development,
Irish Studies – Irish Heritage, International
Marketing and Sales Management,
Electives
Business Information Systems, Market
Research and Analysis, Retail Planning and
Design, Logistics and the Supply Chain,
Computer Studies, Taxation, Economic
Policy & Analysis, Corporate Reporting,
Strategic Human Resource Management,
Decision Making Techniques, Business
English, Business French, Business
Spanish,
Progression
As a graduate, you are eligible to apply
to join the one-year, add-on Bachelor of
Business (Honours) Level 8 programme at
AIT.
On successful completion of this
degree programme, you are prepared
for employment in a wide range of
business areas such as management,
administration, finance, marketing, sales
and information technology.
NFQ level
7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
A Higher Certificate in Business
or an approved equivalent Level
6 qualification is required.
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You will develop the skills required
to deal effectively with technological,
organisational and environmental
change in a modern business setting.
If you hold a Bachelor of Business (Level
7) qualification, this honours degree
programme provides you with the
opportunity to gain a Level 8 qualification
after one further year of full-time study. The
curriculum includes advanced business
knowledge and skills to prepare you for the
challenges and opportunities likely to arise
in future employment.
The overall aim is to provide you with
the opportunity to develop the analytical
and high-level business skills required to
deal effectively with rapid technological,
organisational and environmental change
in a modern business setting. You will
develop a conceptual, systematic and
mature approach to the identification,
analysis and solution of problems
in business/commercial/service
organisations. You will also acquire the
knowledge and critical understanding of
the interrelationships between the different
functions within business management.
Modules
Year 4
Strategic Analysis, Financial Management,
Strategic Marketing, Strategic
Implementation, Systems and Project
Management
Electives
Integrated Marketing Communications,
Valuations, Enterprise Database Systems,
Financial Markets, Management
Accounting and Decision Making,
Customer Relationship Management,
Managing People and Organisational
Change, Business French, Business
Spanish.
Progression
If you graduate with an honours-level
degree (minimum 2.2) you are eligible to
be considered for the Master of Business
one-year, full-time programme at AIT.
Depending upon your chosen modules at
Level 8, you may also be eligible to apply
for the one-year full-time Master of Arts
in Accounting programme at the institute.
Alternatively, you may decide to transfer to
full-time professional accountancy studies,
also available within the Business School,
or to pursue postgraduate study at another
institution. Full details of these programmes
are contained in the AIT postgraduate
prospectus.
Accreditation
programme at Irish universities, to teach
the subjects Accounting, Economics and
Business.
As an honours business graduate, you
may seek employment across a wide
range of disciplines/functions, such as
management, administration, accounting,
banking, retail management, finance,
marketing, human resource management,
insurance and in computing/information
technology. Rapid career progression may
be expected on the basis of expertise,
commitment and attitude.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Holders of a Bachelor of
Business (Level 7) qualification
are eligible to apply to join this
programme.
AL655 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS
IN SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
CAO code
All the key social media providers
have head offices in Ireland, namely
Facebook, Google, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Would you like to study a course where
you learn practical ways in which you can
market or sell a product using social media
tools?
Do you want to graduate with business,
IT and social media skills designed to
meet industry needs? If so, then this is the
course for you.
an opportunity for students to develop
the knowledge, skills and competencies
to become highly skilled practitioners in
the area of social media marketing, for
commercial and service organisations.
The scale of the industry can be seen from
the fact that digital advertising in Ireland
has increased by 12.3% to surpass €150m
for the first time. All the key social media
providers have head offices in Ireland,
namely Facebook, Google, LinkedIn and
Twitter.
Furthermore, according to a recent report
from IrishJobs.ie, areas such as marketing
continue to experience increases in
demand.
Modules
Year 1
Learning to Learn with Social Media,
Computer Applications, Marketing,
Financial Accounting and Economics,
Quantitative Techniques, Social Media,
Social Media Applications, Sales &
Marketing and Financial Accounting.
Year 2
IT and Computer Applications, Services
Marketing and Applied Entrepreneurship,
E-Business, Marketing Management and
Human Resource Management.
Progression
As a holder of this qualification you will
be eligible to apply to join the Bachelor of
Business in Digital Marjeting, as well as the
Bachelor of Business (Level 7) programme
at AIT.
On successful completion of this course,
you will have gained a strong business
theory and practical understanding of
business and social media marketing.
You will have created an online portfolio of
industry-related work over the duration of
the course demonstrating a diverse skillset
to potential employers.
AL652
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 215
Cut-off 2013 180
Highest 2013 365
Median 2013 255
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
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IN DIGITAL MARKETING
Ireland’s digital economy is expected
to be worth €21.1bn by 2020, making
up 10% of gross domestic product and
creating 150,000 jobs.
Social media and digital marketing
have become commonplace as a
communication tool for individuals over
the last decade and, in more recent years
businesses have strived to use social
media as an effective marketing tool to
acquire, engage and convert customers.
Where businesses are investing, the
obvious questions being posed circulate
around the measurability of marketing
campaigns and user interactions. This
has brought a much more scientific and
analytical approach to digital marketing.
On this degree, you will learn the concept
of creative content marketing for social
and digital marketing. You will learn how
to plan, develop and implement a digital
content strategy. You will learn about
serach engine optimisation (SEO) and
apply that learning in a practical context.
You will also explore cyberpsychology,
by studying human interactions with
other emerging technologies, including
the internet, mobile computing, mobile
phones, games consoles, virtual reality,
digital media and any other technology,
which has demonstrated an ability to alter
human behaviours.
Modules
Year 3
Creative Content, SEO and Usability,
Market Research and Analysis, Managerial
Finance, Advanced SEO and Usability,
Cyber Psychology and Behaviour, Digital
Marketing Strategy,
Business Management and Enterprise
Development
Progression
Students who successfully complete this
programme will be eligible to apply for the
Bachelor of Business (Honours) or the
proposed new programme Bachelor of
Business (Honours) in Digital Marketing,
both at AIT. They would also be eligible to
apply for relevant Level 8 Programmes at
other third level colleges and universities.
A Level 7 qualification gives the student
a very wide set of skills and they would
be able to work in junior positions in
small/medium size enterprises where the
demands for marketing with social media
skills are apparent.
NFQ level
7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
in Social Media Marketing or
an approved equivalent Level 6
qualification is required.
AL652
IN EQUINE STUDIES
You will be expected to understand
the factors which make an equine or a
general business organisation successful.
Do you have a love of horses and the
equine industry? Would you like to turn
your hobby into a career and work within
the racing, breeding or equestrian sport
industry, then this two-year course could
be for you.
Studying on this higher certificate will
provide you with knowledge of those
disciplines which form the basis for a
successful career in the business and
equine sectors. You will be expected to
understand the factors which make an
equine or a general business organisation
successful. You will develop the knowledge
and learn the skills required for a career
in the wider business sectors. The
qualification also provides the necessary
foundation for progression to an
appropriate Bachelor degree (Level 7), as
indicated below. Emphasis is placed on
both the theoretical and practical elements
of the curriculum throughout the course.
During both years, the linking of the
business and equine elements involves
attendance at AIT and Gurteen College,
Ballingarry, Roscrea, Co Tipperary
[www.gurteencollege.ie].
Modules
Year 1
Equine Business Administration, Learning
to Learn, Equine Anatomy and Physiology,
Equine Facilities Management, Principles
of Equitation, Horsemastership, Computer
Applications, Economics, Equine
Reproduction, Principals of Equine Health
and Disease, Work Placement.
Year 2
Marketing, Financial Accounting, Equitation
and Equine Behaviour, Equine Nutrition,
Applied Science, Human Resource
Management, Management Accounting,
The Irish Equine Industry
Progression
As a holder of this qualification you are
Business in Equine Studies (Level 7) oneyear, add-on programme at AIT.
Job opportunities may include employment
in equine administration, yard and stud
farm management, in the marketing
of horses/equine-related products,
in transportation, in riding centres, in
competition yards, and in equine-based
centres/facilities within the recreation,
leisure and tourism sectors, as well as in
areas of general business.
CAO code
AL652
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 AQA
Cut-off 2013 AQA
Highest 2013 400
Median 2013 285
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS IN
EQUINE STUDIES
You will learn how to use diagnostic
skills to identify problems of a
business or equine nature.
This one-year, add-on Bachelor degree
will enable you to demonstrate specialised
knowledge related to general business and
the equine industry. You will learn how to
use diagnostic skills to identify problems
of a business or equine nature, and
acquire the capacity to provide informed,
innovative, ethical solutions to such
problems.
From the business angle, you will learn
to assess success and failure and to
analyse the impact of key external
and internal factors on organisational
progress. This course will also develop
your communication and team-working
skills, which will aid your future career
development and progress. Should you
so choose, this degree will give you the
necessary background and expertise to
pursue further academic studies in related
disciplines.
Modules
Year 3
International Marketing and Sales
Management, Enterprise Development and
Management, Equine Managerial Finance,
Equine Exercise Science, Equestrian
Competition, Principles of Teaching
Equitation, Advanced Equine Health and
Disease, Equine Sports Coaching, Equine
Yard Management & Event Organisation.
Progression
As a graduate you may be eligible to apply
for a place on an appropriate Bachelor
degree (Level 7/8) programme.
Job opportunities are varied and include,
at the appropriate level, employment in
equine administration/management, yard
and stud farm management, equinerelated coaching, marketing of horses/
equine-related products, employment in
riding centres and competition yards, and
in equine-based centres/facilities as well as
in general business.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
in Equine Studies (Level 6)
or an approved equivalent
qualification.
AL850
(HONOURS)
The curriculum on this course has
been designed to develop your ability
to cultivate analytical and advanced
business skills.
This honours degree will enable you to
develop the advanced knowledge and
practical skills appropriate for careers
in different functional areas of business
across today’s challenging and changing
commercial environment.
Based on global trends, opportunities
for employment growth arise in the
following areas: banking and capital
markets, insurance, funds and investment
management; while there are 33,000
people employed directly in Ireland in
international financial services and this is
set to rise by 10,000 by 2016.
The curriculum on this course has been
designed to develop your ability to cultivate
the analytical and advanced business
skills required to deal effectively with
opportunities and problems likely to be
encountered in the workplace.
Modules
Year 1
Financial Accounting, Business
Management, Quantitative Techniques,
Computer Applications, Learning to Learn,
Economics, Marketing,
Electives
Insurance and Banking, European Studies,
French, Spanish ab initio.
Year 2
Human Resource Management, IT &
Computer Applications, Management
Accounting, Marketing Management
Electives
Applied Economics, Insurance and
Banking, Operations Management,
Services Marketing, Financial Accounting,
International Economics, Analysis of
Financial Institutions, E-business, French,
Spanish ab initio.
Year 3
Managerial Finance, Business Information
Systems, Business Law, Business
Managerial Finance, Company Law,
Electives
Market Research and Analysis, Taxation,
Retail Planning and Design, Logistics and
the Supply Chain, Computer Studies,
Institutional Lending, International
Corporate Reporting, Decision Making
Techniques, Strategic Human Resource
Management, Economic Policy & Analysis,
Business French, Business Spanish.
Year 4
Financial Management, Systems and
Project Management, Strategic Analysis,
Strategic Marketing,
Electives
Integrated Marketing Communications,
Enterprise Database Systems, Financial
Markets, Management Accounting and
Decision Making, Customer Relationship
Management, Managing People and
Organisational Change, Strategic
Implementation, Business French,
Business Spanish.
CAO code
AL850
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 295
Cut-off 2013 285
Highest 2013 445
Median 2013 355
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
programme must hold one of
the following awards: BBSAX or
5M2468, BBSXX or 5M2102,
BMXXX or 5M2069, BBSBS or
5M1997, BBSSX or 5M1997.
obtained distinctions in three
modules.
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GRADUATE PROFILE
Brendan P. Farrell Jr
It’s a long way from working in a family grocery
business in Longford town to heading up one
of the world’s most successful financial services
software firms, but that is the journey undertaken
by Brendan P. Farrell Jr.
The AIT business graduate (1984) was named
among a prestigious group of the top 100 Irish
American leaders in 2011. Earlier that year, he was selected as an
Ernst & Young entrepreneur of the year finalist in the international
category.
Brendan Farrell, a founder of XSP, has over 27 years of experience
in financial services including six years at Financial Information, Inc.
as Vice-President of Sales and Marketing and before that, seven
years at The Bank of New York where he held various officer-level
management positions in the securities operations division after his
return to New York.
Established in 1996, XSP is the global leader (60% market share) in
automated, end-to-end corporate actions solutions for the financial
industry. The company employs over 70 full-time staff with offices
in New York, Alabama, London, and partner offices in Singapore,
Sydney, Australia and other Asia Pacific locations.
While always maintaining his strong roots to his family and
community in Ireland, he is also very connected to the Irish American
community in North America and serves on various Irish American
committees including most recently the 2010 Dinner Committee of
the American Irish Historical Society; the 2011 American Ireland Fund
New York Dinner Gala – Chairman’s Committee; and as Co-Chair of
the Ninth Annual UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Dinner Committee in 2011.
Brendan Farrell attended St Mel’s College and Templemichael
College in Longford.
Progression
Several postgraduate opportunities are open to
you at AIT. Should you obtain an honours-level
degree (minimum grade 2.2) you are eligible
to apply for the one-year, full-time Master of
Business programme at the institute. You may
decide to transfer to full-time professional
accountancy studies, also offered by the
Business School. A Master’s degree by research
represents another potential opportunity for
suitability qualified graduates. Alternatively,
you may pursue postgraduate studies at
another institution. Full details of relevant AIT
postgraduate programmes are contained in the
postgraduate prospectus.
Accreditation
eligible by the Teaching Council to apply for a
Postgraduate Diploma in Education programme
at Irish universities, to be recognised to teach
the subjects Accounting, Economics and
Business.
As an honours business graduate, you
can expect to obtain employment at the
appropriate level across a wide range of
business areas, including management,
administration, accounting, banking, retail
management, finance, marketing, human
resource management, insurance, and
computing/information technology. Rapid career
progression may be expected on the basis of
expertise, commitment and attitude.
AL851
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS AND
LAW (HONOURS)
The degree will also enhance students’
effective communication skills, in both
a business and a legal context.
With increasing regulation of the business
world, there is a constant demand for
graduates who hold the advanced
knowledge and skills of both business
and law. The integration of key roles
within these functional areas requires the
interdisciplinary knowledge and related
skills that was previously the domain of two
distinct professions.
This four-year honours degree programme
reflects these workplace developments
and will provide you with an in-depth
understanding of the areas of business and
law.
The degree will also enable students
to analyse the importance of, and the
relationship between, the different
disciplines and functions represented in
the modern business, that were previously
the domain of two distinct professions.
And to understand the legal function
and its importance in a modern business
environment.
The degree will also enhance students’
effective communication skills, in both
a business and a legal context, and will
develop further knowledge and skills in
computing theory and applications.
You will also be exempt from the
preliminary examination of the Law Society
of Ireland and will be well placed to attempt
Part 1 of the Final Examination of the Law
Society should you wish to progress to
become qualified as a solicitor.
Modules
Year 1
Irish Legal System, Learning to Learn,
Business Management, Financial
Accounting, Constitutional Law,
Economics, Information Technology and
Year 2
Employment Law, Contract Law,
Quantitative Techniques, Tort Law, Human
Resource Management.
Electives
Services Marketing, Applied Economics,
Financial Accounting, E-business,
International Economics.
Year 3
Commercial Law, Company Law,
Managerial Finance, European Union Law,
Business Management and Enterprise
Development, Revenue Law.
Year 4
Land Law, Equity Law, Ethics and
Corporate Responsibility, Financial
Markets, Systems and Project
Management, Strategic Management.
Electives
Managing People And Organisational
Change, Management Accounting and
Decision Making, Customer Relationship
Management, Integrated Marketing and
Communications.
Progression
leading to Masters (Level 9) qualifications.
Graduates from this programme will be
eligible to apply for the Master’s degree in
Business at AIT.
As a graduate you are eligible to pursue
a career as a solicitor by undertaking
the exams of the Law Society of Ireland.
Alternatively, a variety of career options
exist in the areas of general business,
banking, taxation, insurance, teaching or
journalism.
CAO code
AL851
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 270
Cut-off 2013 270
Highest 2013 465
Median 2013 335
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
5M2468, BBSXX or 5M2102,
BMXXX or 5M2069, BBSBS or
5M1997, BBSSX or 5M1997.
modules.
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AL854
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN
BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY
This degree will provide you with
the skills and knowledge to apply
psychological principles to business
problems in the workplace.
Business psychology is an emerging
discipline within academia and the
workplace. While related to the area
of organisational behaviour, this new
honours degree will also provide you
with knowledge of change management,
human resources, marketing, as well as
several branches of psychology.
In short, the degree will provide you
with the skills and knowledge to apply
psychological principles to business
problems in the workplace.
The BA (Hons) degree in Business
Psychology offers an insight into a wide
range of knowledge and skills which
include areas such as human motivation
and behaviour, relationships and group
dynamics, communication and teamwork
skills, critical and analytical thinking,
and designing, conducting, analysing
and evaluating research. The wide
ranging nature of the degree will position
graduates for future employment in areas
such as human resources management,
leadership, and marketing.
Modules
Year 1
Foundations of Business Psychology,
Introduction to Psychology, Marketing,
Social Psychology of Organisations,
Quantitative Techniques, Business
Management, Computer Applications,
Learning to Learn,
Year 2
Personal Development and
Communications, Human Resource
Management, IT and Computer
Applications, Psychology of Advertising
& Media, Group Dynamics, Psychology
of Leadership and Performance, Health
Psychology, Marketing Management
Year 3
Organisational Analysis and Design,
Conflict Resolution Skills, Market Research
and Analysis, Social Media Applications,
Statistics, Current Issues in Business,
Psychology, Consumer Psychology
and Buyer Behaviour, Strategic Human,
Resource Management, Cyber Psychology
and Behaviour
Year 4
Research Methods, Positive Psychology
at Work, Cognitive Psychology, Strategic
Marketing, Applied Research Project,
Managing People and Organisational
Change
Progression
Students who graduate from this
programme will be eligible to apply to the
proposed MA in Organisational Psychology
in the AIT Business School.
It is envisaged that students will also be
eligble to progress to a wide range of other
Master’s programmes.
It is anticipated that graduates will find
entry-level employment in a wide range of
sectors, including business, community,
social, media and cultural organisations,
education, NGOs, local government
and local development agencies. Within
these sectors graduates will perform
roles in human resources, marketing,
management, customer relations and
business analysis.
CAO code
AL854
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014295
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
5M2468, BBSXX or 5M2102,
5M3635.
modules.
BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Students develop both generic
and specialised knowledge related
to how industrial and commercial
organisations function.
This programme, at third-year level,
provides EU and other overseas
students with a range of business and
related knowledge and skills required for
successful careers in international business
management. The curriculum also helps
the student to develop an understanding of
Irish history, culture and traditions, as well
as providing an insight into the political and
administrative structures of the country.
Students develop both generic and
specialised knowledge related to how
industrial and commercial organisations
function and to those environmental factors
which impact upon the success of an
enterprise. A critical understanding of the
key factors involved in effective business
management, and the development of
attitudes and expertise required in today’s
challenging business environment are
amongst the benefits to be gained from
the programme. You will also improve your
competence in spoken and written English.
Modules
Year 3
Managerial Finance, Business
Irish Studies – Irish Heritage, International
Electives
Business Information Systems, Market
Research and Analysis, Retail Planning and
Design, Logistics and the Supply Chain,
Computer Studies, Taxation, Economic
Policy & Analysis, Corporate Reporting,
Strategic Human Resource Management,
Decision Making Techniques, Business
English, Business French, Business
Spanish,
Progression
As a graduate, you are eligible to apply
to join the one-year, add-on Bachelor of
Business (Honours) Level 8 programme at
AIT.
degree programme, you are prepared
for employment in a wide range of
business areas such as management,
administration, finance, marketing, sales
and information technology.
NFQ level
7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
or an approved equivalent
Level 6 qualification is
required. All applicants must
be recommended by their
parent institution, under the
following headings: academic
ability, maturity, capacity to
integrate, character and integrity,
command of spoken and written
English, motivation in applying
for the course.
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HIGHER DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS
You will gain an enhanced understanding
of the finance function and its importance
in a modern business environment.
This higher diploma programme provides
formal education and training in business
disciplines for graduates with a nonbusiness background. Holders of the
qualification will normally be expected
to enter employment with a strong
business studies background, which will
complement the qualification(s) already
acquired. The course emphasises the
importance of practical/project work
across all modules.
The course will provide you with the
conceptual framework, knowledge
and skills which will enable you to
understand a complex and changing
business environment. It will also give
you an understanding of the respective
importance and the interrelationship
between the different disciplines and
functions represented in the modern
business, with a focus on enterprise
development and project management.
You will gain an enhanced understanding
of the finance function and its importance
in a modern business environment; and
of marketing and its role in effectively
supporting business development.
The modules on management and
organisational behaviour will build on your
prior qualification(s) and will focus on
business settings.
Modules
Management, Strategy and Change,
Economics and the Business Environment,
Financial Statement Analysis, Marketing
Management, Human Resource
Management, Enterprise Development
and Project Management, Business Law,
Business Applications.
Progression
As a graduate of this Level 8 programme,
you are eligible to be considered for the
Master of Business one-year, full-time
programme at AIT. Alternatively, you
may decide to pursue postgraduate
study at another institution. Full details
of postgraduate opportunities at AIT are
As a graduate of this programme, you will
have a wide range of skills and will be well
suited to gain employment across a broad
range of industries building on your original
qualification(s), but now enhanced with this
business qualification.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
A Bachelor degree (Level 7) or a
Bachelor degree (honours, Level
8) in any non-business discipline
is required.
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Enda Barton
Course: Bachelor of Business
(Honours)
Graduated: 2009
Employer: Ryanair
Position: Advertising and
Media Executive
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COMPUTING AND
ICT ENGINEERING
Computing and
ICT Engineering Programmes
CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Computing for Business
Bachelor of Science in Business Computing
Higher Cert in Electronics and Computer Engineering
ICT Engineering (Common Entry to Electronics and
Wireless Communications, Network Management,
and Computer Engineering)
Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and
Wireless Communications
Bachelor of Science in Network Management
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Software Development
(Mobile Apps and Connected Devices)
Software Design (Common Entry to Game Development
and Cloud Computing) Add-on Level 7 degrees
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering
Add-on Level 8 honours degrees and higher diplomas
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Business Computing
Higher Diploma in Computing
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software Engineering
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Network Management and
Cloud Infrastructure
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Contact
Brendan Doyle
Tel + 353 (0)90 648 3020
www.ait.ie/business
Marcus Rahilly
Head of Dept of Electronic, Computer &
Tel + 353 (0)90 646 8155
www.facebook.com/SOENG
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Why Choose Computing &
ICT Engineering at AIT?
Our business computing programmes
are designed specifically for a career
in business IT, where the greatest
number of employment opportunities
exist.
The common entry structure
allows students to study a general
introduction to the area, before
choosing their specialisation in
second year.
A number of degrees incorporate
CISCO qualifications.
Engineers Ireland accreditation
available to graduates of selected
programmes.
The Engineering
and Informatics
Building at AIT is
one of the finest
facilities of its
kind in Ireland
The building represents an
investment of €36 million
and is home to faculty,
students and researchers in
the domains of mechanical,
renewable and sustainable
engineering, electronics and
software engineering, polymer
engineering, as well as civil and
construction engineering.
The 11,000 square metre
facility, designed by
McCullough Mulvin Architects,
claimed the prize for best
educational building at the Irish
Architecture Awards 2010.
#DesignBuildEngineer
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Course progression
Bachelor
of Science
(Honours)
in Business
Computing
(Level 8)
+1 year
Year 3
Higher
Certificate in
Computing for
Business
AL657
(Level 6)
2 years
Higher Diploma
in Computing
(Level 8)
+1 year
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in Software
Engineering
BSc (Honours)
in Network
Management
& Cloud
Infrastructure
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in Software
Engineering
BSc (Honours)
in Network
Management
& Cloud
Infrastructure
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Science in
Business
Computing
Bachelor of
Engineering
in Computer
Engineering
AL750
(Level7)
3 years
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Higher
Certificate in
Electronics
and Computer
Engineering
AL601
(Level 6)
2 years
Bachelor of
Engineering in
Electronics and
Wireless
Bachelor
of Science
in Network
Management
Bachelor of
Engineering
in Computer
Engineering
Engineering Informatics - Common Entry
AL701
(Level 7)
3 years
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in Software
Engineering
BSc (Honours)
in Network
Management
& Cloud
Infrastructure
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in Software
Engineering
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Engineering in
Electronics and
Wireless
Bachelor
of Science
in Network
Management
Bachelor of
Engineering
in Computer
Engineering
AL702
(Level 7)
3 years
AL703
(Level 7)
3 years
AL704
(Level 7)
3 years
Bachelor
of Science
(Honours)
in Software
Design (Game
Development)
Bachelor
of Science
(Honours)
in Software
Design (Cloud
Computing)
Bachelor
of Science
in Software
Development
(Mobile Apps
and Connected
Devices)
AL705
(Level 7)
3 years
Software Design - Common Entry
AL801
(Level 8)
4 years
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AL657
COMPUTING FOR BUSINESS
The Higher Certificate in Computing
for Business is a perfect starting
point to enter this multi-billion euro
industry.
Google, Microsoft, Intel – just some
of the world’s leading information and
communications technology companies
that have substantial operations in Ireland.
And, despite employing 70,000 skilled
personnel, the ICT sector in Ireland
currently has vacancies for a further 4,500
employees.
This new Higher Certificate in Computing
for Business is a perfect starting point to
enter this multi-billion euro industry. As
a student on the course, you will learn
how to provide computerised solutions
to a range of business problems, through
writing, compiling and debugging
computer programs. You will also gain
an understanding of high-level computer
languages and modern business
packages.
You will develop a comprehensive
knowledge of computer hardware
and operating systems. You will get to
research, design and develop a fully
functional website using HTML, CSS and
basic scripting. How the world wide web
and cloud computing impacts on business
is also part of the course, as is looking
at different information systems and how
they are used in a modern business
environment.
Social media plays an increasingly
important role in business, and this course
will provide you with practical, handson experience of using social media
applications, including video, blogging and
microblogging (e.g. Twitter).
You will also learn how to design and
develop apps for Android smart phones
and tablets, and be able to publish them
to Google Play.
Modules
Year 1
Learning to Learn, Programming
Concepts, Quantitative Techniques,
Computer Applications, Computer
Architecture and Web Development,
Financial Accounting, Programming
Fundamentals, Database Applications,
Data Communications, Management
Accounting, Social Media Applications
Year 2
Object Oriented Programming, Systems
Analysis Techniques, Computer Networks,
Operating Systems, E-business and
Information Systems, Data Structures,
Systems Design, Mobile Applications
Development, Computer Forensics,
E-business
Progression
Graduates of this programme will be
eligible to join the year three of existing
Bachelor of Science in Business
Computing (Level 7) Programme at AIT.
They would also be eligible to apply for
relevant Level 7 programmes at other third
level providers.
This Level 6 qualification gives the student
a very wide set of skills and they would
be able to work in junior positions and
support roles in a wide range of business
and industry environments.
CAO code
AL657
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 230
Cut-off 2013 220
Highest 2013 400
Median 2013 365
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
acceptable.
AL750
BUSINESS COMPUTING
High-level computer languages,
modern business software packages,
computer hardware and operating
systems are covered within the
curriculum
Within this programme the student
is provided with the opportunity to
gain a comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of the theory and practice
of computing, information technology and
related business functions, as required
for employment and career development
in small, medium and large organisations
within industry, commerce and the public
service.
You will gain a critical understanding of
the strategies and methodologies used
in providing computerised solutions to
a range of business-related problems.
High-level computer languages, modern
business software packages, computer
hardware and operating systems are
covered within the curriculum. Information
technology does not exist in isolation
in companies and organisations.
Consequently, the programme also allows
you to develop knowledge and skills
related to the main functional areas of
business.
Twenty-seven percent of workers earning
more than €60,000 a year work in IT
according to IrishJobs.ie Salary Survey
2012.
Modules
Year 1
Computer Architecture & Web
Development, Programming Concepts,
Computer Applications, Financial
Accounting, Learning to Learn, Quantitative
Techniques, Data Communication,
Programming Fundamentals, Database
Applications, Management Accounting.
Year 2
Computer Networks, Object Oriented
Programming, Operating Systems,
Systems Analysis Techniques, Business
Information Systems, Computer Forensics,
Data Structures, Systems Design, Games
Development Concepts, Financial &
Management Accounting.
Year 3
Database Systems, Advanced Object
Oriented Programming, Quantitative
Techniques, Web Development, Systems
Development, Business Management
and Enterprise Development, Network
Programming, Systems Implementation.
Electives
Computer Systems Administration,
Logistics and the Supply Chain.
Progression
With this Level 7 degree, you are eligible
to apply to join the one-year, add-on
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Business
Computing at the institute.
The need for graduates with businessrelated computer knowledge and skills
and a background business qualification
continues to be strong. You may expect
to find employment at supervisory/
operational level in different sectors of the
computing, electronic business and ICT
sectors, including: software development,
e-business, computer networking,
database design, system support and
computer sales. Employment in general
business represents a further option as the
basis for a potential career.
CAO code
AL750
NFQ level
7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 230
Cut-off 2013 205
Highest 2013 300
Median 2013 275
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
acceptable.
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN
BUSINESS COMPUTING
The importance of integrating
computing with other functional
areas in an organisation is
emphasised.
Designed as a one-year, add-on to
the Bachelor of Science in Business
Computing, this honours degree
qualification will provide you with an
in-depth knowledge of computing and
information technology in a business
environment, while further enhancing the
general business knowledge acquired
and skills developed on the Level 7
degree. The importance of integrating
computing with other functional areas in
an organisation is emphasised, as are the
competitive advantages to be gained by
adopting a structured approach to systems
development and quality management.
Employers seek people with strong
analytical ability. This qualification will
help you to develop appropriate skills,
particularly in the area of software quality
assurance and algorithmic analysis.
You will be taught about the distributed
processing environment and issues
involved in e-business and multimedia
production. Having a rounded approach
to business is essential to your future
success, and you are expected to develop
an understanding of strategic management
and the conceptual approach to problemsolving and decision-making in business
organisations.
Research represents a key function in
successful organisations. This programme
will enable you to explore the theoretical
framework and develop the practical
skills necessary for a structured approach
to research. You will also gain a more
advanced quantitative background in order
to develop modelling skills for the solution
of business problems.
Modules
Year 4
Software Project Management & Design,
Distributed Systems, Strategic Analysis,
Digital Business, Software Development
& Quality, Cryptography & Security,
Quantitative Analysis, Project, Web
Applications Development, Strategic
Implementation
Progression
The qualification may be an effective basis
leading to a Master’s (Level 9) qualification.
Please see the AIT’s postgraduate
prospectus for full details of all
programmes available within the institute.
Accreditation
As a holder of this degree you are deemed
to teach the subject Computer Studies.
You may seek employment at supervisory/
operational level in different sectors of the
computing, electronic business/information
technology sector, including: software
development, e-business, computer
networking, database design, system
support and computer sales. Opportunities
in general business represent another
viable option.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Bachelor of Science in Business
Computing or an approved
equivalent Level 7 qualification.
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING
This course will enable you to
develop a critical awareness of the
strategies and methodologies used in
providing computerised solutions to
business-related problems
This higher diploma programme provides
formal education and training for graduates
(in any discipline) who wish to pursue
careers in areas related to computing and
information technology. Holders of the
qualification will normally be expected to
enter employment involving business ICT,
with a view to progressing to a managerial
position. They will also be suitable for
vacancies in the smaller organisation where
a broader base of knowledge and skills
is required, while a career in computer
hardware/software sales is another realistic
objective. The programme emphasises
the importance of practical/project work
across all modules.
The course will provide you with an
understanding of the key competencies
involved in business analysis, as well as the
theoretical concepts and practical aspects
associated with the ICT industry. It will
enable you to develop a critical awareness
of the strategies and methodologies used
in providing computerised solutions to
business-related problems. You will gain
the ability and sensitivity to plan, design,
implement and review a project using the
necessary supervisory, interpersonal and
project management skills. You will also
obtain a detailed understanding of the
workings of commercial computerised
systems and develop an analytical
awareness of the implications, uses and
potential of the internet as a tool for the
development of e-business.
Modules
Computer Technology, Database
Applications, Enterprise Applications,
Object Oriented Programming and Design,
Systems Analysis and Design, Systems
Development and Implementation.
Progression
As a graduate of this Level 8 programme,
you are eligible to be considered for the
Master of Business one-year, full-time
programme at AIT. Those achieving a 2.1
award are also eligible to apply to progress
to the MSc in Software Engineering at AIT.
Alternatively, you may decide to pursue
postgraduate study at another institution.
Full details of postgraduate opportunities
at AIT are contained in the postgraduate
prospectus.
have a wide range of skills and will be well
suited to gain employment across a broad
range of industries building on your original
qualification(s), but now enhanced with this
business computing qualification.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
A Bachelor degree (Level 7) or
a Bachelor degree (honours,
Level 8) in any non-computing
discipline is required.
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AL601
HIGHER CERT IN ELECTRONICS AND
COMPUTER ENGINEERING
This course will qualify you to become
a computer technician with enhanced
knowledge of electronics, and
computer hardware and software.
Recent developments in the Irish
electronics sector have led to the
creation of a considerable number of
jobs in personal computer installation
and servicing, network installation and
maintenance.
This course will qualify you to become
a computer technician with enhanced
knowledge of electronics, and computer
hardware and software. On successful
completion of this course you will have
developed skills of assembly, testing,
computer servicing, problem-solving and
decision-making.
Modules
Year 1
Digital Electronics, Analogue Electronics
and Telecommunication, Software
Development, Mathematics, Materials
Processes and Practice, Communications
and Computer Applications,
Year 2
Electronics, Digital Systems, Mathematics,
Software Development, Business
Environment and Systems, Computer
Project, Communications Systems.
Progression
As a graduate of this course you are
Engineering in Computer Engineering
(Level 7) programme at AIT or related
Level 7 programmes at other third-level
institutions.
Accreditation
Engineering in Electronics and Computer
Engineering, you are eligible to apply to
Engineers Ireland to use the registered
professional title of Engineering Technician.
The electronics and computer industries
offer many opportunities and you may find
employment such as computer servicing,
computer repairs and the production of
computer-controlled equipment, computer
networking equipment and also multimedia
technology hardware.
CAO code
AL601
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014185
Cut-off 2013 205
Highest 2013 435
Median 2013 285
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
(C20174 or 5N1833) included in
their award or alternatively have
Leaving Certificate Mathematics.
Computer engineers play a vital role
in the research, design, development
and installation of the resulting
hardware and software.
This course will provide you with the
education and training necessary for a
career in the computer, software and
electronics industry. During the course of
this degree you will develop the necessary
theoretical knowledge in areas that are
crucial to computer engineering and you
will develop skills in computer systems
administration and problem solving.
Modules
Year 3
Software Development, Digital Modulation,
Embedded Systems, Mobile Computing,
Computer Systems Administration,
Mathematics, Data Communications and
Networks, Project, Business Environment
and Systems
Progression
As a graduate you are eligible to apply to
join the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
in Software Engineering (Level 8) or
the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
in Network Management and Cloud
Infrastructure at AIT or related programmes
at other third-level institutions.
Accreditation
As a graduate of the Bachelor of
Engineering in Computer Engineering, you
are eligible to apply to Engineers Ireland
Associate Engineer.
Employment opportunities exist in the
areas of computer manufacturing,
computer maintenance, computer systems
administration including PC network support
and multimedia technology applications.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Engineering
(Computer Engineering) or
Higher Certificate in Engineering
(Electronics and Computer
Engineering) or Higher Certificate
in Engineering (Electronics
Engineering) or an equivalent
Level 6 qualification.
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AL701
ICT ENGINEERING (Common Entry)
incorporating three awards: Electronics
and Wireless Communications,
Network Management, and
Computer Engineering
This programme has been developed
to give students sufficient time and
experience to come to an informed
choice as to which specific electronic,
computing or software programme
they wish to follow.
This programme provides a common entry
year 1 to the following Level 7 programmes:
• BEng in Electronics and Wireless
Communications
• BSc in Network Management
• BEng in Computer Engineering
It has been developed to give students
sufficient time and experience to come
to an informed choice as to which
specific electronic, computing or software
programme they wish to follow.
This broad experience of some of the major
areas in ECS, namely Electronics, Software
and Networks will better enable the students
to carry on to Year 2, knowing they have an
interest and aptitude for a particular field.
Modules
Year 1
Communications, Computer Applications,
Analogue Electronics, Project,
Software Development, Networks,
Telecommunications, Mathematics, Digital
Electronics
Progression
On completion of this first year the student
would be eligible to join the year 2 of any of
the three current Electronics, Computer and
Software programmes listed above.
CAO code
AL701
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014195
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL701
BACHELORS OF ENGINEERING IN
ELECTRONICS AND WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS
You will obtain the necessary
theoretical knowledge in areas that are
crucial to wireless communications and
electronic engineering,
Application to this degree is through
AL701 Engineering Informatics
(Common Entry).
This is the era of wireless communications
when information technologies and
communications are converging. The
main characteristic of this era can be
summarised as communication anytime,
anywhere, any-media at high data rates.
To sustain innovation and growth in the
sector, future electronics technicians
and engineers must be equipped with
the necessary technical expertise and
knowledge. A graduate with a combined
education in both mobile communication
technology and electronics can be
invaluable to employers in this sector.
This degree is designed to provide the
career in the wireless communications and
electronics industry. You will obtain the
necessary theoretical knowledge in areas
that are crucial to wireless communications
and electronic engineering, develop skills
in wireless network technology, as well
as developing a systematic approach to
problem solving.
Crucially, this degree incorporates the
industry benchmark, CISCO wireless
qualifications. One of these qualifications
is the CISCO-HP IT Essentials 1: PC
Hardware and Software qualification.
This is a major stepping stone for
the Computing Technology Industry
Association (CompTIA) A+ certification
examination to become a certified
computer service technician.
Modules
Year 2
Electronics, Mathematics, Communication
Systems, Wireless Networks, Software
Development, Business Environment and
Systems, Wireless Project .
Year 3
Mobile Computing, Digital
Modulation, Wireless Networks, Radio
Communications, Digital Signal Processing,
Mathematics, Business Environment and
Systems, Data Communications and
Networks, Project
Progression
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Network
Management and Cloud Infrastructure at
AIT or related programmes at other thirdlevel institutions.
Accreditation
You are eligible to apply to Engineers
Ireland to use the registered professional
title of Associate Engineer.
Students graduating from this course
will be in a position to take up careers
as computer engineers in a range of
industries. Possible employers include:
Google, Microsoft, Dropbox, eBay/Paypal,
Yahoo,!, Facebook, LinkedIn, Amazon.
com, VMWare, Salesforce.com, Citrix
systems, SAP, Apple, EMC, IBM, Ericsson
and McAfee. There will also be a range
of opportunities with Small to Medium
Enterprises (SMEs).
CAO code
AL701
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014195
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
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AL701
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NETWORK
MANAGEMENT
You will acquire skills in the
configuration and faultfinding of
network devices including PCs, servers,
switches, routers and access points.
(Common Entry).
Computer networking is a core function
for a majority of organisations. A graduate
with a combined education in computer
network design, configuration and
management will be invaluable to all
employers.
On completion of this course you
could expect to gain employment as a
member of an ICT department within
an organisation or with a specialist ICT
support company. The course incorporates
a number of modules which will prepare
you to obtain industry accredited
certification in addition to the institute
award. These include the Cisco CCNA,
Wireless, IT Essentials, VoIP and Security
certifications.
You will acquire skills in the configuration
and faultfinding of network devices
including PCs, servers, switches, routers
and access points. You will understand
the nature of network security threats
and appropriate protection systems. You
will also be introduced to the legal issues
associated with data integrity on computer
systems and the design and testing of
engineering support systems. Project skills
will be developed through group projects
undertaken in years 2 and 3.
Modules
Year 2
Systems, Networks and IT infrastructure,
Network Operating Systems, Wireless
LANs, Group Project, Computer System
Administration, Engineering Economics.
Year 3
Mobile Networks, Scripting, Business and
Project Management, Wireless LAN’s,
Mathematics, Network Security, VOIP,
Group Project
Progression
Accreditation
Enterprises (SMEs).
CAO code
AL701
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014195
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL701
Computer engineers play a vital role
in the research, design, development
and installation of the resulting
hardware and software.
(Common Entry).
The contemporary world has been
transformed by developments in IT,
wireless communications and personal
computing; changes which have been
enabled largely by developments in
hardware and software engineering.
Computer engineers play a vital role in
the research, design, development and
installation of the resulting hardware
and software. Amongst the areas where
computer engineers are employed are
mobile phone industry, gaming, medical
devices, cloud technology, smart transport
and energy management.
This degree will provide you with the
electronics industry. You will develop the
that are crucial to computer engineering
and you will develop skills in computer
systems administration and problem
solving.
Modules
Year 2
Project, Communications Systems
Year 3
Software Development, Digital Signal
Processing, Mobile Computing, Computer
Systems Administration, Mathematics,
Data Communications and Networks,
Project, Business Environment and
Systems
CAO code
AL701
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014195
Progression
Apply to
Accreditation
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
Enterprises (SMEs).
CAO
FETAC
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AL702
ELECTRONICS AND WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS
This degree incorporates the
qualifications.
This is the era of wireless communications
when information technologies and
communications are converging. The
main characteristic of this era can be
summarised as communication anytime,
anywhere, any-media at high data rates.
To sustain innovation and growth in the
sector, future electronics technicians
and engineers must be equipped with
the necessary technical expertise and
knowledge. A graduate with a combined
education in both mobile communication
technology and electronics can be
invaluable to employers in this sector.
This degree is designed to provide the
career in the wireless communications and
electronics industry. You will obtain the
that are crucial to wireless communications
and electronic engineering, develop skills
in wireless network technology, as well
as developing a systematic approach to
problem solving.
Crucially, this degree incorporates the
qualifications. One of these qualifications
is the CISCO-HP IT Essentials 1: PC
Hardware and Software qualification.
This is a major stepping stone for
the Computing Technology Industry
Association (CompTIA) A+ certification
examination to become a certified
computer service technician.
Modules
Year 1
Electronics
Year 2
Electronics, Mathematics, Communication
Systems, Wireless Networks, Software
Development, Business Environment and
Systems, Wireless Project .
Year 3
Mobile Computing, Digital
Modulation, Wireless Networks, Radio
Communications, Digital Signal Processing,
Systems, Data Communications and
Networks, Project
Progression
Accreditation
industries.
CAO code
AL702
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL703
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NETWORK
MANAGEMENT
You could expect to gain employment
as a member of an ICT department
within an organisation or with a
specialist ICT support company.
Computer networking is a core function
for a majority of organisations. A graduate
with a combined education in computer
network design, configuration and
management will be invaluable to all
employers.
On completion of this course you
could expect to gain employment as a
member of an ICT department within
an organisation or with a specialist ICT
support company. The course incorporates
a number of modules which will prepare
you to obtain industry accredited
certification in addition to the institute
award. These include the Cisco CCNA,
Wireless, IT Essentials, VoIP and Security
certifications.
You will acquire skills in the configuration
and faultfinding of network devices
including PCs, servers, switches, routers
and access points. You will understand
the nature of network security threats
and appropriate protection systems. You
will also be introduced to the legal issues
associated with data integrity on computer
systems and the design and testing of
engineering support systems. Project skills
will be developed through group projects
undertaken in years 2 and 3.
Modules
Year 1
Electronics
Year 2
Systems, Networks and IT infrastructure,
Network Operating Systems, Wireless
LANs, Group Project, Computer System
Administration, Engineering Economics.
Year 3
Mobile Networks, Scripting, Business and
Project Management, Wireless LAN’s,
Mathematics, Network Security, VOIP,
Group Project
CAO code
AL701
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Apply to
CAO
Progression
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
Accreditation
FETAC
Enterprises (SMEs).
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AL704
Computer engineers are employed
are mobile phone industry, gaming,
medical devices, cloud technology,
smart transport and energy
management.
The contemporary world has been
transformed by developments in IT,
wireless communications and personal
computing; changes which have been
enabled largely by developments in
hardware and software engineering.
Computer engineers play a vital role in
the research, design, development and
installation of the resulting hardware
and software. Amongst the areas where
computer engineers are employed are
mobile phone industry, gaming, medical
devices, cloud technology, smart transport
and energy management.
This degree will provide you with the
electronics industry. You will develop the
that are crucial to computer engineering
and you will develop skills in computer
systems administration and problem
solving.
Modules
Year 1
Electronics
Year 2
Project, Communications Systems
Year 3
Software Development, Digital Signal
Processing, Mobile Computing, Computer
Systems Administration, Mathematics,
Data Communications and Networks,
Project, Business Environment and
Systems
Progression
Accreditation
Enterprises (SMEs).
CAO code
AL704
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL705
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOFTWARE
DEVELOPMENT (MOBILE APPS AND
CONNECTED DEVICES)
By 2020 it is anticipated there will be
50 billion connected devices in use
worldwide.
The Apple Watch – one of the most eagerly
awaited products of the decade – is a
perfect exemplar of wearable technology
and the growing trend towards what is
called the Internet of Things.
By 2020 it is anticipated there will be
50 billion connected devices in use
worldwide. The growing expectation is that
everything that can benefit from a network
connection will have one. This expanding
device connectivity will be driven by the
networking of traditionally standalone
devices; vehicles, air conditioning units,
household devices. The term Internet
of Things (IoT) is used to describe this
ubiquitously connected world.
The aim of this exciting new degree is to
provide a multidisciplinary undergraduate
education by developing specific expertise
and comprehensive training in the keys
areas relevant to the emerging Internet of
Things; software development/engineering,
mobile application development and
connected device programming.
The goal is to produce qualified and
well-rounded graduates capable of
working in a range of IT positions such as
Internet of Things mobile app developers,
programmers, system integrators and
system validators.
Modules
Year 1
Communications, Web Development,
Software Development, Networks, Digital
Media, Mobile Apps and Connected
Devices, Computer Applications,
Mathematics.
Year 2
Software Develoment, Connected Devices,
Software Development for Connected
Devices, Engineering Economics,
Databases, Software Design and Test,
Business Environment and Systems,
Mathematics, Mobile Application
Development.
Year 3
Software Development, Software
Development for Connected Devices, Web
Development, Operating Systems and
Concurrency, Mobile App Development,
Software Build and Delivery, Team Work,
Network Management, Web Development
and Security, Mathematics, Group Project.
Progression
As a graduate of this degree you are
eligible to apply to join the one year addon Level 8 honours BEng in Software
Engineering which is currently being
offered at AIT and additional Level 8 addons which are under development.
This programme provides excellent
employment opportunities for
graduates. Historically there has been a
significant shortage of graduates in the ICT
area. This shortage has been compounded
by the increase in mobile app development
since 2009. The shortage will only be
exacerbated by the emerge of the IoT in
which there will be a three-fold increase to
50 billion devices connected to the internet
by 2020.
CAO code
AL705
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
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BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS)
IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
The software industry is knowledge
and skills dependent. It has a high net
export value and is ideally suited to
wealth generation.
The software industry – domestically
and internationally – continues to
perform strongly and there has been a
corresponding increase in the demand
for highly qualified graduates with the
requisite knowledge and skills in software
engineering. In particular, this has created
excellent prospects for those holding
honours degree qualifications.
The market for software includes
multimedia training products, telemarketing
and related applications software. The
software industry is knowledge and skills
dependent. It has a high net export value
and is ideally suited to wealth generation.
This one-year add-on honours degree
will give you a solid grounding in software
engineering as an academic discipline
and secondly, as a profession within
the industrial sector. The programme is
designed to ensure that you will have
expertise in all aspects of software
engineering. The fact that the course is run
over one year is a real strength in terms of
pursuing employment opportunities.
Modules
Year 4
Software Design, Databases, Networks,
Server Side Technologies, Software
Design, The Engineer in Society,
Distributed Systems, Client-Side
Technologies, Software Management and
Practice, Project.
Progression
As a graduate from this course you are
eligible to apply to join the Master of
Science in Software Engineering (Level
9) at AIT. Full details of all postgraduate
opportunities at the institute are contained
in the postgraduate prospectus.
Alternatively, you may wish to pursue
postgraduate studies at another institution.
Accreditation
to teach the subject Computer Studies.
The route to this honours degree has been
an intensive one and as such employment
prospects are excellent. As a graduate
of this course you can expect to find
employment as software engineering
designers, computer hardware designers,
computer network managers, etc.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Bachelor of Engineering in
Electronics and Wireless
Communications or Bachelor
of Engineering in Computer
Engineering or Bachelor
of Science in Network
Management or equivalent (all
Level 7 programmes).
NETWORK MANAGEMENT
AND CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE
There is significant growth in demand
for graduates with the appropriate
skills in these areas with recent
reports referring to the shift to Cloud
as “Climate Change” for IT.
A comprehensive understanding of
the deployment and management of
network and cloud infrastructure is a
key requirement for many organisations.
There is significant growth in demand for
graduates with the appropriate skills in
these areas with recent reports referring
to the shift to Cloud as “Climate Change”
for IT. In addition, various industry reports
identify a shortage of network professionals
with relevant Network, Cloud and Software
skills.
This honours degree includes modules
which will assist students in taking
additional assessments to gain Cisco
CCNP Switch and VMware vSphere
qualifications.
This programme will provide the student
with skills in the design and test of
medium sized Object Orientated and
Windows based Java applications. The
programme will also cover data modelling
and Database design; students will also
assess data storage and retrieval for
large data sets required for Big Data. The
student will also study Wireless Sensors
and Network Management and associated
communications protocols. The student
will complete a capstone Project which
will allow them to expand on one or more
areas studied.
Modules
Year 4
Software Design, Wireless Sensors and
Databases, Software Design, Engineer
in Society and Network Management,
Cloud Infrastructure, Switch Networks and
Project.
Progression
Students will possess the necessary
theoretical underpinning to enable transfer
to a cognate Level 9 taught or research
programmes in the field of advanced
networks, communications and cloud
computing.
As a graduate from this honours degree,
you will be in a position to take up careers
as data network managers, specialist
technical support, network managers or
with internet service providers or data
centre operators.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Level 7 degree in Networking
or a cognate area (Computing,
Electronics, Telecommunications
etc.) with a minimum final
year average mark of 50% or
equivalent G.P.A. or
A Level 7 degree in Networking
or a cognate area AND a CCNA
qualification
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AL801
SOFTWARE DESIGN (Common Entry)
incorporating two awards: Game
Development and Cloud Computing.
This programme has been developed
to give students sufficient time and
experience to come to an informed
choice as to which specific electronic,
computing or software programme
they wish to follow.
• BSc (Hons) in Software Design (Game
Development
• BSc (Hons) in Software Design (Cloud
Computing)
sufficient time and experience to come to an
informed choice as to which discipline of the
broad programme they wish to follow.
Modules
Year 1
Web Development, Computer Applications,
Digital Media, Software Development,
Mathematics for Software Design,
Game Development, Requirements and
Communications
Progression
the two programmes listed above.
CAO code
AL801
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014280
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
English or Irish or Min Irish
Foundation Level/OB3.
Foundation level Mathematics
will not suffice to meet the
requirement.
FETAC
programme must hold the
following award: Information
Technology (CITXX). They are
also required to have the module
(C20174 or 5N1833) or
Mathematics for Computing
(C20175) or alternatively have
Leaving Certificate Mathematics
included in their award and to
have achieved distinctions in
three modules.
AL801
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE
(HONOURS) IN SOFTWARE DESIGN
(GAME DEVELOPMENT)
This course specifically includes a
specialisation in game development,
one of the fastest growth sectors in
the IT industry.
AL801 Software Design (Common
Entry).
This honours degree (Level 8) is designed
to provide the education and training
required to prepare you for a career in
software design. This course specifically
includes a specialisation in game
development, one of the fastest growth
sectors in the IT industry. This career
could be as a member of a software
development department within an
organisation or as a designer developing
games, etc. Students wishing to complete
the full four years of the programme
undertake a six-month industrial placement
in the third year of the degree.
Game development is one of the fastest
growing industries in the entertainment
industry. Annual video games sales are
approx, €30 billion and are expected to
rise to €40 billion in the next four years.
Globally, the computer games industry
is an area with enormous potential for
development. The value of the computer
games industry worldwide is in excess of
€85 billion. Despite the fact that the games
industry in Ireland is in an embryonic stage,
it has the potential to grow significantly
over the next five to ten years.
Modules
Year 2
Software Development, Game
Development, Software Testing,
Databases, Mathematics for Software
Design, Software Development for Gaming
Group Project, Networks
Year 3
Software Development for Gaming,
Operating Systems and Concurrency,
Software Development, Software Quality
and Process Improvement, Game
Development, Game Theory and Multi-core
programming
Placement [for students electing to
graduate with a 4-year honours degree].
Year 4
Project, Game Technology, Computer
Graphics, Management and Organisational
Behaviour, Databases and Networks,
Security, Law, Ethics, Computers and
Society and Distributed Systems
Progression
As a graduate of this course, you are
Science in Software Engineering at AIT or
other appropriate Level 9 programmes.
Students graduating from this course will
be in a position to take up careers as game
developers, software designers, database
programmers and administrators,
and technical salespersons. Possible
employers include: Ericsson, Valeo, Cisco,
Avaya (Nortel), SAP, Hewlett-Packard,
Google, Microsoft, IBM, Riverdeep, as well
as financial institutions and SMEs.
CAO code
AL801
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014280
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
requirement.
FETAC
(C20174 or 5N1833) or
three modules.
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AL801
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE
(HONOURS) IN SOFTWARE DESIGN
(CLOUD COMPUTING)
Cloud computing has been referred
to as “Climate Change for IT” with
a significant growth in vacancies
available in this area.
AL801 Software Design (Common
Entry).
Cloud computing can be defined as the
unification of devices, operating systems,
data and storage into a single system.
This honours degree (Level 8) is designed
to provide the education and training
required to prepare you for a career in
software design, focusing specifically on
cloud computing. Students undertake a
six-month industrial placement in the third
year of the degree.
Cloud computing has been referred to as
“Climate Change for IT” with a significant
growth in vacancies available in this area.
The course introduces the student to
various concepts of software design in the
first year. This is expanded further in year
2 and semester 1 of year 3 with a greater
specialisation in the implementation and
testing of web and cloud based software
solutions using Java and .NET. The
students undertake an industrial placement
in the second semester of year 3. In the
final year of the programme the student
undertakes further specialised modules in
cloud computing and completes a major
project.
Modules
Year 2
Software Development, Web Development,
Software Testing, Databases, Mathematics
for Software Design, Software
Development for Cloud, Group Project,
Mobile Applications Development,
Networks
Year 3
Software Development for Cloud ,
Operating Systems and Concurrency,
Software Development, Software Quality
and Process Improvement, Server-side
Development and Web Development.
Placement [for students electing to
graduate with a 4 year honours degree].
Year 4
Mobile Web Applications, Project,
Computer Graphics, Management and
Organisational Behaviour, Databases and
Networks, Service orientated Architecture,
Security, Law, Ethics, Computers and
Society and Distributed Systems.
Progression
As a graduate of this course, you are
Science in Software Engineering at AIT or
other appropriate Level 9 programmes.
as web developers, software designers,
database programmers and administrators
and technical salespersons. Possible
employers include: Google, Microsoft,
Oracle, Eircom, IBM, Ericsson, as well as
financial institutions and the public sector.
It appears from the general statistics that
growth in the web development sector and
associated software design areas will be
significant over the next ten years. These
developments will have a major impact on
employment in the IT sector.
CAO code
AL801
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014280
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
requirement.
FETAC
(C20174 or 5N1833) or
three modules.
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Stephen Dunne
Course: BSc (Hons) in
Graduated: 2003
Employer: Ericsson
Position: Senior Software
Engineer
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GRAPHIC DESIGN AND
DIGITAL MEDIA
Graphic Design and
Digital Media Programmes
CAO programme
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
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Add-on Level 8 honours degree
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Design in Digital Media
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Contact
Oliver Hegarty
Head of Department of Humanities (Acting)
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 2530
www.facebook.com/DesignAtAIT
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Why Choose Design at AIT?
Design students at AIT have a
track record of winning awards at
local, national and international
student assessment schemes and
competitions.
Graduates enjoy excellent employment
prospects in Ireland and overseas, and are
employed in graphic design companies,
advertising agencies, publishing houses,
printing, the arts, the film and television
industries and in teaching roles in second, PLC
and third level courses.
Access to staff members with
a very wide-ranging body of
knowledge and experience in both
visual communications and fine
art practice, both at national and
international levels.
Guaranteed one-to-one learner/
lecturer interactivity, in a purposebuilt environment with excellent
personal studio space and production
facilities.
The Level 8 honours degree in digital
media is recognised by the Teaching
Council as fulfilling the degree
requirement for the purpose of
teaching Art at post-primary level.
Portfolio Requirements for AL763
The work presented should have
been carried out during the past two
years, and must be the result of your
own observations. Reproductions
i.e. drawings or paintings copied
from magazines, books, etc. should
not be included. Edit your portfolio –
demonstrate your ability to be selective,
and aim for quality, not quantity.
The portfolio should contain a
minimum of 15 presentation sheets of
art and design work, at A1 or A2 size.
Drawing
Studies in line and tone, based on your
immediate environment, including life
drawing and still life, in a range of media
which reflects the subject matter, should
be included. Detailed studies from a
variety of views are always relevant.
Visual enquiry
Explorations/investigations of an object,
subject or place through studies in line,
tone, shape, form, colour and texture
should form part of the portfolio. These
studies should be the result of careful
observation. The use of a wide range
of media should always be considered.
Full-size and detailed studies from a
variety of views should be included. The
use of photography, printmaking and
collage is also recommended.
interests and be a collection of visual
information from your environment. A
variety of media and approaches should
be employed.
Design-based problem
solving projects
Include projects demonstrating your
ability to develop ideas and solve
problems. Projects involving research
and analysis, similar to those in the
design syllabus of the Leaving Certificate
examination, are suitable. Back-up
evidence for final pieces of work (the
research, analysis, initial sketches and
the development of the work) should
also be presented.
Sketchbooks
Two sketchbooks, showing the
visual development of art and design
techniques, design thinking and media
manipulation which have become
finished pieces in your portfolio. The
sketchbooks can also contain work that
didn’t make the final presentation as
an example of your working process.
Sketchbooks should reflect your
Photographic examples of
three-dimensional work
Mature Applicants
The institute considers applicants who
are 23 years or over on 1 January in the
year of entry to be mature applicants.
Such applicants may not be required to
have the minimum entry requirements.
However, the institute will look for
satisfactory evidence of the applicant’s
ability to pursue and benefit from the
course. Knowledge and skills gained
through experiential learning will be
taken in account. Such applicants
should apply through the CAO system,
and will be required to present a
portfolio and attend an interview at AIT
as part of the selection process.
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AL763
CAO code
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN
GRAPHIC DESIGN
AL763
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014733
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Grade D3 at ordinary level in five subjects in the Leaving
Certificate examination. Two of these subjects must be
Mathematics and a language (English or Irish).
Note: A B2 in Foundation Level Mathematics will
be accepted as meeting the minimum mathematics
requirements for entry to this course.
# Applicants for this programme must also present their
portfolios for assessment by the institute. The points
obtained from the portfolio assessment (600 max) are
amalgamated with the Leaving Certificate (600 max)
points and the overall score determines whether the
applicant is offered a place on the course.
FETAC
Any FETAC level 5 qualification is acceptable. There are
no specific module requirements.
# FETAC applicants must also present their portfolios for
assessment by the institute. The points obtained from
the portfolio assessment (600 max) are amalgamated
with the FETAC (400 max) points and the overall score
determines whether the applicant is offered a place on
the course.
In second year, you will undertake a
placement for one day each week for a
period of 10 weeks and a block of one
month, commencing in May.
The role of the graphic designer is a hugely exciting and varied
one, working across a variety of media and utilising different
communication tools to convey a message or an idea.
The new three-year BA in Graphic Design was developed to
equip design students with the necessary skills to work in this
fast-paced world. Of particular note is the work placement,
which you will undertake in the second year of the degree. The
programme itself comprises a series of core modules in studio
and professional practice and critical theory.
The theme of the first year is fundamentals and this is
shared across the core areas of design principles, visual
research and exploration, professional practice, and visual
culture and contextual studies. The theme of year two is
developmental design, which engages closely with content and
the interdependencies of form and content. The visual word
module sees a design focus centred on typography and the
integration of typography and image. Professional practice in
corporate identity further examines these formal relationships
and structures in corporate visual communications through case
studies and project work.
In the second semester you will undertake a placement for
one day each week for a period of 10 weeks and a block
of one month, commencing in May. The first-hand industry
experience will give you a valuable insight into the workings and
requirements of the industry and inform your learning in year
three.
Visual culture and contextual studies examines the cultivation
of ideas in art and design in the 20th century and its influence
on contemporary graphic design. The theme of third year is live
focus whereby a contextual understanding of design as an
outwardly focused activity is practiced. This is underpinned in
visual culture and contextual studies.
Modules
Year 1
Graphic Design – Looking anew, Visual
Research & Exploration, Professional
Practice – Communications & Personal
Development, Visual Culture & Contextual
Studies, Design Process, Visual Image
& Meaning, Professional Practice –
Communications & Personal Development
Year 2
Graphic Design & The Visual Word, Image
Creation & Animation, Professional Practice
in Corporate Identity, Visual and Contextual
Studies, Graphic Design – A critical view,
Image Creation & The Moving Image,
Professional Practice – Industry Placement
Year 3
Designing Brand Identity, Image-Based
Narratives, Professional Practice in
Collaborative Environments, Visual and
Contextual Studies, Studio Live Design,
Major Design Project, Professional Practice
in Personal Promotion
Progression
As a graduate of this ordinary degree you
are eligible to apply to join the add-on
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Design in
Digital Media (Level 8) programme, subject
to end of year results at AIT or related
institutions.
Graduates find employment in the design
industry both in Ireland and abroad. The
skills learnt are highly transferable and
employers range from brand, advertising
and marketing agencies, to companies with
in-house marketing teams, publishers, the
media, graphic design consultancies and
web design companies. Many designers
work as freelancers or set up their own
business.
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IN DIGITAL MEDIA
Each student is encouraged to explore
and take risks with static and moving
imagery, sound and text.
This course is a unique and exciting
opportunity to explore visual
communication in the context of digital
media. It provides a well-balanced insight
into understanding multimedia design.
For the designer entering this course, it is
about creatively engaging with a variety of
new media applications and processes to
create innovative digital design solutions to
communicate on different digital platforms.
The course is focused around
contemporary design practices that make
use of all new media technologies, from
interactive web-based media to motion
graphics. Engaging with the latest industry
standard software applications, each
student is encouraged to explore and
take risks with static and moving imagery,
sound and text. This exploration is about
pushing the boundaries beyond traditional
expectations and taking time-based media
to the next level, wherever that may be.
The course aims to develop students’
critical awareness of professional design
practice, whilst the environment is also
conducive to aiding the realisation of a
personal creative vision. The diversity of
your peer group in this situation will both
challenge and engage each designer to
articulate their concepts coherently, both in
individual pursuits and those of a teambased setting in written and digital forms.
Within the evolutionary realm of digital
media practice, the role of the multimedia
designer is in a constant state of
flux. Having the ability to comfortably
manoeuvre between media will generate
greater opportunity for employment in the
digital communication industry. Graduates
may be employed in one of the following
areas: animation, motion graphics designer
(film and television title sequence design),
computer games design, web design/
online production and broadcast design
(video editing, screen advertising).
Modules
Year 4
Digital Design Briefs 1 + 2, Design and
Multimedia in Society, Major Project.
Progression
An honours degree (Level 8) is an effective
basis for postgraduate training and
research leading to Master’s and PhD
(Level 9/10) qualifications. Staff in the
department and in the Careers Office
can advise on the range of opportunities
available at AIT and elsewhere for such
postgraduate programmes. Full details of
all postgraduate programmes at AIT are
Accreditation
deemed eligible by the Teaching Council
to apply for a Postgraduate Diploma in
Education programme at Irish universities
to be recognised to teach the subject Art.
Having progressed to completing this
honours degree you will have become
a creative, informed and highly skilled
designer, ready to work in the design and
digital media industries. On entry to the
graphic design or related professions,
you will be capable of working as a team
member displaying up-to-date knowledge
and skills in multidisciplinary areas.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic
Design (Level 7) or an approved
External applicants must attend
for interview and present a
portfolio of recent work, with
references from the institution
attended previously (where
appropriate). Applicants will also
be required to provide a written
proposal for the multimedia/
design major final project and a
written proposal for thesis.
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Emer McPolin
Course: Diploma in Design
(Communications)
Graduated: 1999
Employer: BBC
Position: Senior Producer
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HEALTH SCIENCE
Health Science offers honours degree programmes in
nutrition, as well as programmes in dental nursing and
pharmacy technician.
Health Science Programmes
CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Science in Dental Nursing
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Higher Certificate in Science (Pharmacy Technician)
120
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health Science with Nutrition 1
22
Bachelor of Science in Dental Practice Management with
Oral Health Promotion
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Pharmacy Practice
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Contact
Dr Pearse Murphy
Head of Department of Nursing
and Health Science
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 1801
www.ait.ie/science
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Why Choose Health Science at AIT?
AIT’s health science with nutrition
degree perfectly aligns with national
and interational policy to encourage
people to live healthier lives.
Several graduates of the pharmacy
technician programme have
successfully progressed to undertake
degrees in pharmacy in the UK.
There are exciting progression
opportunities to degree level
from both the dental nursing and
pharmacy technician programmes,
both developed in consultation with
employers.
AIT has an international track record
of undertaking research at a panEuropean level into food technologies
and food safety
The Nursing and Health Science
Building is an attractive, modern
facility, situated on AIT’s East
Campus
Course progression
BSc (Honours)
in Health
Science with
Nutrition
AL836
(Level 8)
4 years
BSc in Dental
Practice
Management
w/ Oral Health
Promotion
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Higher
Certificate in
Science in
Dental Nursing
AL631
(Level 6)
2 years
GRADUATE
PROFILE
BSc in
Pharmacy
Management
(Level 7)
1 year
Higher
Certificate
in Science
(Pharmacy
Technician)
AL630
(Level 6)
2 years
Name: Louise Treacy
Course: Higher Certificate in
Science (Pharmacy Technician)
Graduated: 2010
Employer: McLoughlin’s
Pharmacy
Position: Pharmacy Technician
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AL631
SCIENCE IN DENTAL NURSING
This course will give you the
appropriate multi-disciplined skills to
enable you to play a key role in dental
practices.
Dental nurses play an important role in
the modern dental practice. They assist
the dentist during dental procedures.
Their duties include preparing the surgery,
setting out dental instruments, assisting
during operations, dealing with patients
and looking after cleanliness of the
surgery. They may also be responsible
for administrative duties such as making
appointments and book-keeping. Dental
nurses are typically employed by a dentist
in private practice, by dental hospitals and
by the HSE.
This course will give you the appropriate
multi-disciplined skills to enable you to play
a key role in dental practices. These skills
are in the nursing and business areas and
will enable you to contribute effectively to
the modern dental practice.
Modules
Year 1
Learning to Learn, Biology, Chemistry,
Clinical Dentistry I & II, Dental Anatomy
and Oral Pathology, Dental Professional
Practice I, Dental Materials, Placement
Year 2
Clinical Dentistry III & IV, Dental
Pharmaceuticals, Dental Infection and
Disease Control, Dental Material Science,
Accountancy, Behavioural Science, Dental
Material Science, Medical Emergencies,
Legal Health & Safety, Practice Placement
Progression
After graduating from this programme
you may apply to join the BSc in Dental
Practice Management with Oral Health
Promotion at AIT. Some graduates have
been awarded places on dental hygiene
courses through the UCAS UK college
entry system.
Accreditation
This higher certificate has the approval of
the Dental Council of Ireland.
Many dental nurses find employment in
general dental practices and opportunities
also exist in dental and general hospitals
in a more specialised capacity. After three
years with a qualification and certain
specified responsibilities, you may be
promoted to the senior dental nursing
grade within certain areas of the health
service.
CAO code
AL631
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014265
Cut-off 2013 300
Highest 2013 410
Median 2013 350
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
Laboratory-based science
subject at Grade D3 in higherlevel or B3 in ordinary level,
plus four subjects at Grade D3
at ordinary level. Two of these
FETAC
Up to 10 places reserved for
FETAC students
Mathematics (C20139 or
5N1833) included in their award
or alternatively have Leaving
Certificate Mathematics. They
must also have the module
Biology (C20006) at minimum
Merit level or alternatively have
a Leaving Certificate Science
subject at minimum B3 in
ordinary level.
AL836
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN DENTAL
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT WITH ORAL
HEALTH PROMOTION
This programme will provide dental
nurses with an opportunity to develop
as professionals with the latest skills
in clinical nursing.
This is an exciting time in the development
and training of dental nurses. This BSc
in Dental Practice Management with Oral
Health Promotion (Level 7) provides an
excellent opportunity for dental nurses
to enhance their career prospects and
advance their academic learning and
development.
This programme will enable dental nurses
to further challenge the knowledge and
skills acquired at Level 6, whilst also
providing them with an opportunity to
develop as professionals with the latest
skills in clinical nursing, professional
practice, practice management,
communication, ICT, nutrition with oral
health promotion, in addition to business
accounting, dental practice marketing and
research capabilities.
It is envisaged that upon completion
of this degree, the dental nurse will be
appropriately equipped to lessen the
workload of the dentist by taking on the
business-related tasks, assisting with
the decision-making process in relation
to practice management issues, while
supporting and enhancing the quality of
the dental healthcare provision.
Graduates of this programme will also
be able to seek employment in areas
associated with the dental industry.
For example, they will have a practical
knowledge of marketing and sales
enabling them to work for companies
such as Colgate-Palmolive, Promed,
GlaxoSmithKline and Dental Supply Ireland.
Modules
Dental Practice, Professional Dental
Practice Management, Primary Dental
Care, Oral Health Promotion, Advanced
Clinical Dentistry, Nutrition with Oral Health,
Marketing in the Dental Practice, Principles
of Human Resource Management,
Business Finance, Research Methods, and
Portfolio.
Progression
Upon completing this degree, you are
eligible to progress to honours degree
studies in the areas of health management
or oral health promotion.
Employment and progression opportunities
include the following areas: dental practice
management, oral health promotion,
marketing and sales, dental lifestyle
consultancy and advisor on oral health
and nutrition to special populations/
organisations.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Applicants to this programme
should hold a Level 6
qualification in dental studies or
equivalent.
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AL630
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN SCIENCE
(PHARMACY TECHNICIAN)
This course provides you with the
skills to enable you to play a key
role in both community and hospital
pharmacies.
A pharmacy technician plays a central
role in the smooth operation of today’s
pharmacy, by supporting and assisting
the pharmacist in their various activities.
Pharmacy technicians are employed in
both the private sector in community and
private hospital pharmacies and by the
HSE in hospital pharmacies.
The main aim of this course is to provide
you with the appropriate multi-disciplined
skills and theory to enable you to play a
key role in both community and hospital
pharmacies. In addition to lectures, the
course contains a strong practical element
and you spend ten weeks of placement
each year in a community or hospital
pharmacy. This placement is organised
by AIT and is deemed to be enormously
beneficial to your employment prospects.
Modules
Year 1
Laboratory Practice, Mathematics for
Scientists, Pharmacy Practice I & II, Clinical
Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Placement
Year 2
Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics,
Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Professional
Development & Regulatory Affairs,
Pharmacy Practice, Accounting,
Laboratory Practice, Pharmaceutical
Microbiology, Formulating & Compounding,
Practice Placement.
Progression
After graduating from this programme you
may apply to join the BSc in Pharmacy
Management at AIT. Alternatively, on
attaining an average of 78% in this course,
you may apply through UCAS to UK
universities for their five-year Master’s
degree in pharmacy to graduate as a
pharmacist.
Employment prospects for pharmacy
technicians are excellent. Work
opportunities exist in community and
hospital pharmacies.
CAO code
AL630
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014320
Cut-off 2013 305
Highest 2013 460
Median 2013 300
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
Certificate examination. Three
a laboratory-based science
subject, Mathematics and a
language (English or Irish).
FETAC
FETAC students
Biology (C20006 or 5N2746)
or alternatively have a Leaving
Certificate Science subject.
AL630
PHARMACY MANAGEMENT
This course provides you with the
skills to enable you to play a key
role in both community and hospital
pharmacies.
The role of pharmacists is constantly
evolving from its traditional function to
a more patient-centred approach. In
parallel, pharmacy technicians’ role is also
changing, where they are required to bring
new competencies that are complementary
to the pharmacy practice itself.
This BSc in Clinical Pharmacy Practice
will provide pharmacy technicians with an
opportunity to advance their role in the
pharmacy practice from operations support
to team player, with an integrated key
role in the management of the pharmacy
practice. The degree provides additional
skills to the pharmacy technician in the
areas of clinical pharmacy, medicines
management, purchasing, clinical
governance, ethics and aseptic practices.
This degree will enable the pharmacy
technician to significantly contribute to the
pharmacy setting, both from a clinical and
management perspective. It is envisaged
that upon completion of this course the
pharmacy technician will be appropriately
equipped to lessen the workload of the
pharmacist by taking on the businessrelated tasks, assisting with decisionmaking process in relation to practice
management and clinical issues, while
supporting and enhancing the quality of the
healthcare provision.
A unique part of this programme is
the work placement, which will enable
you to gain valuable experience of the
culture, nature and structure of a working
environment in the field.
Modules
Medicines Management, Pharmacy
Research Methods, Clinical Pharmacy &
Pharmaceutical Care, Clinical Governance
& Ethics, Advanced Pharmacy Practice,
Pharmacy Purchasing, Aseptic Practices,
Business Finance, Placement and
Integrated Capstone Project.
Progression
As a graduate of this degree, you may be
eligible to pursue a Level 8 qualification in a
health science domain, for example, health
management.
Employment and progression opportunities
lie in the following areas: pharmacy
management, medicines management,
marketing and sales, clozapine clinics, preoperative clinics, anti-coagulation clinics
and in accredited checking.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Pharmacy
Studies (Level 6) or equivalent
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AL836
IN HEALTH SCIENCE WITH NUTRITION
A unique part of this programme
is the work placement component
undertaken at the end of year 3.
There is increasing interest in nutrition
and its role in health and disease.
Globally, rates of obesity, diabetes and
cardiovascular disease all continue to rise
and it is well recognised that diet plays
a major role in many of these chronic
diseases. This BSc (Honours) in Health
Science with Nutrition degree programme
offers students a comprehensive
understanding of the relationship of diet
and lifestyle to health.
Studying nutrition involves understanding
the factors that influence the food we eat,
what nutrients that food contains, what
happens to those nutrients in the body and
the effect of the diet on health and disease.
This degree programme includes the
study of the science of nutrition together
with complementary subjects such as
chemistry, biochemistry, physiology,
health promotion and psychology among
others. Students learn how to apply this
knowledge to facilitate optimum physical
and mental development and maintenance
of health throughout life.
This programme is taught through
lectures, laboratory practicals, seminars,
tutorials and group work. Students use
computers for data and dietary analyses
and word-processing as well as for
access to the internet, online literature
searches and email. Nutritionists often
work with individuals and groups so
students become familiar with giving oral
presentations throughout the degree,
as well as carrying out health promotion
activities in a variety of settings such
as schools and colleges. Assessment
for most modules is by a combination
of coursework and examinations.
Coursework includes assessment of
practical work, essays, reports, class tests
and projects as well as oral and poster
presentations.
A unique part of this programme is the
work placement component undertaken
during the second semester in year 3 for
a minimum of 15 weeks. The aim of this
placement is to provide the student with a
structured introduction to employment in
the area of nutrition and health and to gain
valuable experience of the culture, nature
and structure of a working environment.
Modules
Year 1 – Semester 1
Learning to Learn, Mathematics for
Sport and Health, Human Physiology 1,
Chemistry, Physical Activity and Health,
Fundamentals of Health Science and
Nutrition 1
Chemistry, IT for Scientists, Human
Physiology 2, Genetics and Molecular
Biology, Fundamentals of Health Science
and Nutrition 2, Introduction to Health
Promotion
Human Biochemistry 1, Human
Pathophysiology, Nutritional Assessment,
Organic Chemistry, Health Policy, Human
Psychology
Statistics for Sport and Health,
Microbiology, Ecological Issues in Food
and Health, Health Promotion, Business
and Law, Human Biochemistry 2
CAO code
AL836
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014390
Cut-off 2013 395
Highest 2013 485
Median 2013 42a0
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
Grade C3 in two higherlevel subjects, Grade D3 in
Mathematics at ordinary level,
plus three subjects at Grade
D3 at ordinary level. Subjects to
include a language (English or
Irish).
FETAC
Two places reserved for
FETAC students
following award: Laboratory
Techniques (CASLT). They are
Mathematics (C20139) included
Mathematics. They must also
possess distinctions in three
modules.
Nutrition and Health – Microbiology 1, Nutrition
and Health – Biotechnology, Research Methods,
Nutrition in Health and Disease, Epidemiology
in Public Health, Health and Psychology and
Sociology
Professional Work Experience Placement
Nutrition and Health – Microbiology 2, Nutrition
and Health – Biotechnology 2, Lifelong Illness
Management, Health Promotion and Population
Health, Research Project, Public Health Education
Lifestyle Coaching and Wellness, Biostatistics for
Human Health, Health Promotion and Population
Health, Business of Marketing for Health and
Nutrition, Research Project, Public Health
Education
Progression
An honours degree is an effective basis for
postgraduate training and research leading to
Master’s and PhD (Level 9/10) qualifications.
Completion of the BSc (Honours) in Health
Science with Nutrition does not qualify the
graduate to practice as a dietician. However, on
completion of this degree, students can undertake
further studies in other third level institutions to
study dietetics.
Employment opportunities include: health sector,
health promotion, research, food industry and
food regulatory affairs, health science journalism,
nutrition advisor.
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CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Arts – Bar Supervision
Higher Certificate in Arts – Culinary Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Hotel and Leisure Management
Bachelor of Arts in Spa and Wellness Management 128
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Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts 130
Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism and
Hospitality Management
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Wellness Tourism Management 134
Industry programmes
Diploma in Restaurant Management
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HOSPITALITY,
TOURISM AND
LEISURE STUDIES
Hospitality, Tourism and
Leisure Studies Programmes
Contact
Dr Anthony Johnston
Head of Department of Hospitality, Tourism
and Leisure Studies
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 1894
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Why Choose Hospitality, Tourism
and Leisure Studies at AIT?
Extensive periods of work
placement are an intrinsic part of our
programmes, which gives students
critical practical experience highly
valued by employers.
Courses offer a combination of
specialised niche skills, as well as
generic competences, which affords
graduates the maximum flexibility in
their careers.
Classes are delivered in a modern
state-of-the-art and dedicated
hospitality, tourism and leisure
studies building.
teaching.
Diploma in Education.
Course progression
Master of Business
Bachelor of Arts
(Honours)
in Wellness
Tourism
Management
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Business
(Honours) in
Tourism and
Hospitality
Management
Bachelor of
Arts in Spa
and Wellness
Management
Bachelor of
Arts in Hotel
and Leisure
Management
AL760
(Level 7)
3 years
AL761
(Level 7)
3 years
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Higher
Certificate
in Arts – Bar
Supervision
AL661
(Level 6)
2 years
Bachelor of Arts
in Culinary Arts
Bachelor of Arts
in Culinary Arts
(Level7)
+ 1 year
(Level7)
+ 3 years
part-time
Higher
Certificate in
Arts – Culinary
Arts
AL660
(Level 6)
2 years
Diploma in
Restaurant
Management
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
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AL661 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ARTS
BAR SUPERVISION
Bartending is one of the best trades
in the world and will give you the
opportunity to work worldwide.
The role of a good bar supervisor or bar
manager is to ensure the smooth and
efficient running of the bar.
A supervisor needs to be well organised
and well informed about their work. They
must also be able to communicate well
with both staff and customers alike.
you with the professional craft and
supervisory skills in bar and beverage
service in order to provide a quality and
unique customer experience in the Irish
tourism industry.
Students have the opportunity to take
part in competitions such as the National
Cocktail competition, field trips and enjoy
guest speakers who come to AIT.
The course also covers the application of
business principles to bar and beverage
service operations in the areas of
marketing, merchandising and sales and
cost control. You will also learn how to
identify and apply appropriate legislation
in relation to: equality, employment,
environmental best practice, food safety
legislation, health and safety, and licensing
laws including responsible serving of
alcohol.
On graduating from this course you
will be able to become a member of
the Bartenders Association of Ireland.
Membership of the association will assist
you to raise your profile as a modern
professional bartender.
Modules
Year 1
Facilities Operations, Bar Service,
Wine Appreciation, Learning to Learn,
Information Technology, Beverage Studies,
Advanced Bar Operations, Casual
Dining, Communications/Customer Care,
Environmental, Health & Safety, Work
Based Learning
Electives
Language , Culinary Skills, Tourism
Studies.
Year 2
Food & Beverage Cost Control, Mixology
and Product Development, Contemporary
Beer Studies, Merchandising & Sales,
Advanced Beverage Studies, Advanced
Bar Operations 2, Information Technology,
Wine Studies, Introduction to Management
Electives
Financial Accounting or HRM and Training,
Marketing Principles or Business Law
Progression
As a graduate of this higher certificate, you
will be eligible to apply to join year 2 of the
BA in Hotel and Leisure Management.
be qualified to work as a bar supervisor
and in the area of food service in a range of
hotels, bars, nightclubs and related service
outlets throughout the world.
CAO code
AL661
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 195
Cut-off 2013 150
Highest 2013 375
Median 2013 200
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Certificate examination. One of
these subjects must be English.
FETAC
acceptable.
AL660
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ARTS
CULINARY ARTS
The culinary arts programme is for
students who have a love and passion
for cooking in a professional setting.
Culinary arts is the art of preparing and
cooking food. Today on the television
we are overwhelmed by the number of
celebrity chefs who have a great love for
what they do.
The learning environment is state-ofthe-art where students will get hands on
experience to equip them for a career
in this dynamic field. You will get the
opportunity to be creative in a fun learning
environment where you will be introduced
to international cuisine, healthy cooking
and much more.
Modules
Year 1
Culinary Skills, Culinary Operations,
Pastry, Food Safety and Culinary Science,
Information Technology, Learning to Learn,
Restaurant Service, Communications,
Nutrition.
Year 2
Culinary Skills, Global Cuisine, Pastry,
Essentials of Business, Gastronomy, Work
Based Learning, Buffet Presentations,
Classical and Contemporary Cuisine,
Essentials of Business, Applied Culinary
Science.
Culinary Equipment
Students undertaking this higher certificate
are required to obtain culinary equipment,
costing approx. €285, upon registering on
the programme.
Progression
Graduates of this programme are eligible
to apply to progress to the one year
add-on BA degree in Culinary Arts. This
programme is also offered on a part-time
basis to graduates with one year’s post
qualifying industry experience.
Graduates are also eligible to apply to
join year 2 of the BA in Hotel & Leisure
Management.
Graduates from this course will be in an
excellent position to obtain employment in
the hospitality and catering industries.
CAO code
AL660
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 255
Cut-off 2013 240
Highest 2013 365
Median 2013 2795
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Certificate examination. One of
these subjects must be English.
FETAC
acceptable.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN CULINARY ARTS
This degree programme will enable you to
develop, produce and evaluate complex
and artistic culinary products of the highest
quality, underpinned with the application
of advanced (state-of-the-art) technology,
within a commercial context.
Modules
Year 3
Advanced Culinary Techniques, Culinary
Leadership & Training, Business
Management, Information Technology,
Food Product Development, Advanced
Pastry & Confectionery
Electives
Food Tourism, Beverage studies, Food
photography & packaging design, Applied
Culinary Nutrition
Programme Delivery
This programme is also offered on a parttime basis to culinary graduates with one
year’s industry experience.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Culinary Arts
or equivalent
AL761 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HOTEL AND
LEISURE MANAGEMENT
This degree is the first in Ireland to
offer a qualification in hotel and leisure
management.
It will give you the knowledge, skills and
competencies necessary for employment
in management and/or support positions
within the hotel and leisure sector, and/or
for further academic study in this or related
areas.
The scope of the programme covers
customer service, operations and
management of hotel and leisure
resources, enterprises and/or resorts in a
modern dynamic business environment.
It will equip you with the knowledge
and skills for specialised activity in key
hotel and leisure areas – front office and
accommodation, food and beverage, water
quality, measurement and safety, exercise
and fitness programmes, developing
leisure partnerships and leisure product
innovation.
Reflecting as it does the defined needs
of tourism industry professional bodies,
there is a particular emphasis on the
management disciplines of marketing,
operations, accounting and finance,
human resource management, and
the application of information and
communication technologies in the context
of the hotel and leisure industry. As a
student on this degree, you will also learn
how to evaluate the impact of risk factors
in hotel and leisure management and apply
risk control measures.
Modules
Year 1
Customer Service, Business &
Management, Learning to Learn, Food
Preparation or Food Service, Wet Facility
Management, Accounting, Environmental,
Health & Safety Management
Electives
Swimming & Creative Play, Health &
Wellness, Language, Gastronomy,
Anatomy & Physiology
CAO code
Year 2
Front Office, Accommodation & Cleaning
Services, Information Technology, Culinary
Operations Management, Financial
Management, Outdoor Recreation,
Marketing, Industry Software, Placement
Electives
Guiding, Anatomy & Physiology, Language.
Duration
Year 3
HRM and Training, Marketing
Management, Culinary & Rooms Division
Management, Enterprise & Professional
Development, Management Accounting &
Revenue Management, Tourism & Leisure
Management
Electives
Lifestyle Management, Exercise & Fitness,
Language, Hotel, Leisure & Tourism Case
Studies
Progression
eligible to progress to the BB (Hons) in
Tourism and Hospitality Management,
or the BA (Hons) degree in Wellness
Tourism Management or the BB (Hons)
in Management in Tourism and Sport (for
applicants with the Leisure specialism).
As a graduate of this BA in Hotel and
Leisure Management, you will be qualified
to work as managers/assistant manager/
supervisors in a range of hotel and leisure
outlets.
AL761
NFQ level7
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 180
Cut-off 2013 200
Highest 2013 400
Median 2013 275
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
acceptable.
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IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT
It is widely reported that graduates with
management expertise are essential to
the ongoing growth and expansion of
the tourism and hospitality industry.
This add-on honours degree will prepare
you for managerial and executive
positions within the industry and you will
develop transferable expertise which is
recognised in the various industry sectors.
A key management skill is the ability
to identify and solve problems. On this
programme you will develop a conceptual,
systematic approach to problem-solving
in the tourism and hospitality industry. You
will learn to draw independent conclusions
based on a rigorous, analytical approach
to data and to communicate effectively at
different levels. You will also learn about
various management strategies and
about the management of change in an
organisation.
Your communication skills will be
enhanced, enabling you to communicate
with self-confidence and clarity. You will
be taught about IT, and in particular, about
applications relevant to the tourism and
hospitality industry. Learning about the
structure and organisation of the tourism
and hospitality industry – nationally and
internationally – is also a component of
this degree.
Modules
Year 4
Strategic Management, Marketing
Management, Financial Management,
Hotel Operational Training Simulation,
Tourism and Regional Development,
Business Research
Electives
Business French, Business Spanish,
Event Management.
Progression
An honours degree (Level 8) is an
effective basis for postgraduate training
and research leading to Master’s
and PhD (Level 9/10) qualifications.
Taught postgraduate opportunities for
graduates of this programme in hospitality
management and tourism management
are available in other third-level
institutions. Graduates with a minimum
grade of 2.2 are also eligible to apply for
the one-year, full-time Master of Business
programme at AIT.
Accreditation
to be recognised to teach the subjects:
Accounting and Business.
When you graduate, you may obtain
employment in areas such as tourism,
hospitality, retailing, education, banking,
finance, insurance, management,
business, administration and computing
within industrial and commercial services
sectors.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Graduates of ordinary degrees
such as Bachelor of Business
in Hospitality Business
Management/Hotel and Catering
Management/Front Office and
Tourism Revenue Management
or an equivalent Level 7
qualification are eligible to apply
for this programme.
AL760
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SPA AND
WELLNESS MANAGEMENT
The spa industry is a multi-million
enterprise internationally and is an area
of tourism growth globally.
According to the European Spa
Association (ESPA), there are over 1,200
spas and health resorts in 22 European
nations.
Health and wellness tourism has expanded
rapidly in Ireland within a short time and
the challenge for Irish spas is to keep up
with international standards. Providing
the educational tools to strengthen and
sustain the spa industry’s labour pool at
management level is a key objective of this
course.
The aim of this degree is to give students
the knowledge, skills and competencies
necessary for employment in management
and/or support positions within the spa
health and wellness tourism sector, and/
or to prepare them for further academic
study in this or related areas. The scope
of the programme extends to customer
service, operations, and management of
spa health and wellness tourism resources,
enterprises and/or destinations in a
modern dynamic business environment.
The nature of the course ensures that
graduates will be technically oriented as
well as being flexible enough to work in
different areas of spa management. It also
includes a six-month period of industrial
placement.
Garda Vetting Procedure
All students on this programme will
undertake Garda vetting procedures prior
to commencing their work placement.
Failure to disclose previous convictions will
result in students being dismissed from
the programme. Previous convictions,
depending on their nature, could result in
student dismissal from the programme.
Modules
Year 1
Customer Service & Spa Front Office,
Introduction to Tourism & Leisure,
Massage, Anatomy & Physiology, Health
& Safety, Learning to Learn, Developing a
Client Treatment Plan, Diet, Nutrition & Spa
Cuisine, Financial Accounting, Introduction
to Business & Management.
Year 2
Introduction to Holistic & Complementary
Treatments, Health & Wellness,
Traditional Treatments, HRM & Training,
Merchandising & Sales, Spa Facility
Management, Industrial Placement.
Year 3
Quality Management, Lifestyle
Management, Eastern Treatments,
Enterprise & Professional Development,
Marketing, Management Accounting,
Environmental Management, Tourism
Studies, Spa Journey & Treatments,
Spa Tourism Case Studies, Marketing
Management, Yield & Revenue
Management.
Progression
eligible to progress to the BA (Hons) in
Wellness Tourism Management.
Graduates with a BA in Spa and
Wellness Management will be qualified
to work as spa managers, assistant spa
managers, owners/entrepreneurs and spa
receptionists.
CAO code
AL760
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 210
Cut-off 2013 205
Highest 2013 390
Median 2013 315
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
acceptable.
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IN WELLNESS TOURISM
MANAGEMENT
Tourism is one of Ireland’s most
important industries from economic,
cultural and social perspectives.
A people-centred industry, management
and staff are an integral part of the
customer experience. Overseas visitors
to Ireland increased by 6% in 2011 to 6.2
million visitors and it is anticipated that this
will grow by 5.5% in 2012.
Spas are an important part of wellness
tourism, but wellness is about much more
than just spas. Wellness tourism involves
people who travel to a different place to
proactively pursue activities that maintain
or enhance their personal health and
wellbeing, and who are seeking unique,
authentic or location-based experiences/
therapies not available at home . One of
the current challenges for the sector in
Ireland is to recruit and retain staff that
will provide a highly skilled and flexible
workforce. This is crucial in order to remain
competitive in what is a fiercely competitive
global tourism market.
programme you will be able to critically
appraise the role, scope and diversity of
wellness in society, display competencies
in leadership, innovation, creativity, decision
making, communication and problem
solving at strategic managerial level.
Furthermore, you will be able to review
policies, procedures and principles in the
wellness tourism industry, and know how
to evaluate the future drivers of change at
regional, national and international levels.
Modules
Year 4
Financial Analysis & Management, Strategy
& Event Management, Digital Marketing
and Research Methods, Wellness
Entrepreneurship, Tourism Destination
Management, Social Media and
Applied Research Project
Progression
An honours degree (Level 8) is an
effective basis for postgraduate training
and research leading to Master’s and
PhD (Level 9/10) qualifications. Taught
postgraduate opportunities for graduates of
this programme are available in other thirdlevel institutions.
Graduates with a BA (Hons) in Wellness
Tourism Management will be qualified to
work as managers/assistant managers/
supervisors in a range of wellness tourism
enterprises.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Graduates of Level 7 degrees
such as Bachelor of Arts in Spa
and Wellness Management or an
equivalent Level 7 qualification
are eligible to apply for this
programme.
DIPLOMA IN RESTAURANT
MANAGEMENT
This programme is for candidates with a
passion for the business of restaurants
and the capabilities to pursue a career in
the sector at management level.
This Diploma in Restaurant Management
(Level 7 Special Purpose Award) is an
innovative immersion programme arising
from collaboration between AIT, Fáilte
Ireland, the French Culinary Institute, other
institutes of technology and a number of
leading Irish hospitality practitioners.
The design of the restaurant management
programme incorporates an innovative
system of industry-education cooperation
that will allow participants to work and study
at the same time during the programme.
The programme will produce highly trained,
competent graduates who will make a
significant and lasting contribution to
the development of the restaurant and
hospitality industry in these challenging
times.
It is envisaged that typical candidates
will be existing practitioners or motivated
career changers who wish to avail of an
opportunity to develop high level careers in
this sector.
programme, you will be able to manage
a restaurant effectively with proper use of
resources in an ever-challenging macro
environment. You will know how to
implement best practices relative to the
organisation, staffing and procedures.
Your human resource management skills
in motivating, monitoring and mentoring
team members will be enhanced. You will
also be able to demonstrate knowledge of
food and beverage within the context of
the restaurant sector, and be au fait with
restaurant legislation, regulations, hygiene,
and health & safety procedures. You will
also have the experience in using ICT and
in appraising financial and cost control
systems.
Modules
Semester 1
Fundamentals of Restaurant Management,
Restaurant Services Marketing, Beverage
Management, Management for Food and
Beverage Enterprises, Human Resource
Management for Food and Beverage
Enterprises
Semester 2
Fundamentals of Restaurant Management,
Oenology, Restaurant Design and Control,
Food, Energy & Sustainability for the
Hospitality Industry, Leadership for Food
and Beverage Enterprises
Students will also be required to complete
400 hours of work placement.
According to research undertaken by Fáilte
Ireland the profile of jobs has changed
significantly in the restaurant sector. One
of the key findings of the report is the
need for professionally skilled workers at
the assistant management/supervisory
level across diverse types of restaurant
operations. From fine dining restaurants
to more casual establishments, it became
clear that the Irish restaurant sector is
experiencing a shortage of people who
embody the requisite combination of
hospitality and technical competencies
to successfully supervise and manage
the industry in the twenty-first century.
Graduates from this programme will be
ideally qualified to meet this need for
suitably qualified management staff.
NFQ level7
Duration
9 months
Office, AIT
Successful applicants will hold a
Leaving Certificate or equivalent,
but applicants may be exempt
from this requirement if they
demonstrate on interview the
ability to successfully complete
the programme. All applicants
will be interviewed to ensure
that those best suited are
selected and recruited for the
programme. Applicants must
demonstrate a passion for the
restaurant sector, excellent
communication skills, and the
potential to be a team player and
a team leader.
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LIFE AND PHYSICAL
SCIENCES
A diverse range of programmes in the core domains
of toxicology, biotechnology, applied biosciences
and pharmaceutical science, and vocationally applied
fields of sports science, veterinary nursing
and environmental health & safety management.
Life and Physical Sciences
Programmes
CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Science (Bioscience/Chemistry) Bachelor of Science in Forensic Toxicology
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
(Drug Design and Development)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Bioveterinary Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Pharmaceutical
Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Toxicology
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
(Drug Development & Analysis)
Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Health and
Safety Management
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Human and
Animal Toxicology
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Biosciences
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Pharmaceutical
Sciences (Drug Discovery & Development)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Veterinary Practice
Management
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Contact
Dr Carol O’Donnell
Head of Department of Life
and Physical Science
Tel + 353 (0)90 646 8056
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Why Choose Life and
Physical Science at AIT?
Extensive periods of clinical
and industrial placement are
an intrinsic part of many of our
programmes.
Close relationships between AIT
and the biomedical, pharmaceutical
and service industries, which form
the bedrock of Ireland’s recent and
future prosperity.
Lecturers and support staff
have extensive industry
experience.
Many of our programmes are
recognised by professional bodies
including the UK Institute of Biology,
the Veterinary Council of Ireland, the
Institute of Chemistry of Ireland and
the UK Royal Society of Chemistry.
A maximum staff-student ratio
of 16 to 1 in laboratory practical
classes allows a close and
friendly interaction between
academic staff and students.
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Prof Derek Gilroy
Course: National Certificate in
Applied Biology
Graduated: 1988
Employer: University College
London
Position: Head of the Centre
for Clinical Pharmacology
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Course progression
BSc (Hons)
in Human
& Animal
Toxicology
BSc (Hons)
in Applied
Biosciences
BSc (Hons) in
Biotechnology
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
BSc (Hons) in
Pharmaceutical
Sciences
(Drug Discovery
& Development)
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
BSc in Forensic
Toxicology
BSc in
Biotechnology
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
BSc in
Pharmaceutical
Sciences
(Drug Dev &
Analysis)
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Higher
Certificate in
Science
(Bioscience/
Chemistry)
AL632
(Level 6)
2 years
BSc (Hons)
in Human
& Animal
Toxicology
BSc (Hons)
in Applied
Biosciences
BSc (Hons) in
Biotechnology
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
BSc (Hons) in
Pharmaceutical
Sciences
(Drug Discovery
& Development)
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
BSc in Forensic
Toxicology
BSc in
Biotechnology
AL733
(Level 7)
3 years
AL730
(Level 7)
3 years
BSc in
Pharmaceutical
Sciences
(Drug Design &
Development)
AL734
(Level 7)
3 years
Postgraduate opportunities (Levels 9/10) (cont.)
BSc (Hons)
in Applied
Biosciences
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
BSc (Hons)
in Veterinary
Practice
Management
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
BSc in
Veterinary
Nursing
AL731
(Level 7)
3 years
BSc (Hons) in
Bioveterinary
Science
AL842
(Level 8)
4 years
BSc (Hons) in
Biotechnology
AL838
(Level 8)
4 years
BSc (Hons) in
Pharmaceutical
Sciences
AL840
(Level 8)
4 years
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AL632
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN SCIENCE
(BIOSCIENCE/CHEMISTRY)
Opportunities for science technicians
exist in research, industry,
educational institutions and
government agencies.
This higher certificate will give you an
excellent grounding in the areas of biology,
physics, mathematics and chemistry.
Areas of employment opportunity exist for
science technicians in research, industry,
educational institutions and governmental
agencies. One of the strengths of the
programme is that even if you have limited
science at Leaving Certificate level, it gives
you the opportunity to experience the main
areas of science before deciding which
specialised area of study to pursue on
completion of the course.
The first year of the programme contains
modules in the areas of Biology, Chemistry,
Physics, Mathematics and IT & Computing
for Scientists. In addition, the inclusion
of continuously assessed modules
in ‘Learning to Learn’ and ‘Current
Scientific Issues through Enquiry-Based
Learning’ facilitates the smooth transition
from second-level to the third-level
education system. The second year of
the programme focuses on specific areas
in Bioscience and Chemistry including
Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physical
Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Cell &
Molecular Biology as well as Mathematics,
Probability and Statistics.
Modules
Year 1
Physics, Mathematics for Scientists,
Information Technology for Scientists,
Current Scientific Issues through EnquiryBased Learning and Scientific Computing.
Year 2
Biochemistry, Genetics & Forensics,
General & Applied Microbiology,
Analytical Techniques, Organic Chemistry,
Mathematics, Cell & Molecular Biology,
Physical & Inorganic Chemistry and
Probability & Statistics.
Progression
join the following one-year Level 7 add-on
programmes at AIT: Bachelor of Science
in Biotechnology, Bachelor of Science
in Forensic Toxicology, and Bachelor of
Science in Pharmaceutical Science (Drug
Development & Analysis). Alternatively,
you may progress to related Level 7
While the majority of graduates from
the Higher Certificate in Science at AIT
progress to level 7 programmes, some
opportunities for science technicians
exist in research, industry, educational
institutions and government agencies.
Industry offers opportunities in quality
control, manufacturing processes, research
and development and environmental
management, within the biotechnology,
pharmaceutical and food processing
sectors. In addition, many companies
manufacturing textiles, agrochemicals
and fertilisers, polymers and paints, food
and drink, dyestuffs, metals and toiletries
also recruit technicians for laboratory and
process work. The public sector offers
opportunities in water analysis, in food
analysis and research, and in forensic
science, as well as positions in third-level
institutions.
CAO code
AL632
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 250
Cut-off 2013 160
Highest 2013 365
Median 2013 300
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
Certificate Mathematics.
AL733
FORENSIC TOXICOLOGY
Forensic toxicology involves the
study of toxins – poisons, drugs, and
other substances that have a lifethreatening effect on a living being.
According to the Society of Toxicology,
toxicology is the study of the adverse
effects of chemical, physical or biological
agents on people, animals, and the
environment. Toxicologists, therefore, are
scientists trained to investigate, interpret,
and communicate the nature of those
effects.
Forensic toxicology involves the study
of toxins – poisons, drugs, and other
substances that have a life-threatening
effect on a living being. A forensic
toxicologist knows the rates of absorption,
distribution, metabolism and excretion of
drugs and chemicals along with a variety
of other features about the nature of the
interaction of toxins with the human body.
Forensic toxicologists may perform tests
on human or animal tissue samples and
body fluids in order to determine whether
or not a toxin is present.
This three-year, ab initio level 7 degree
programme provides an integrated,
coordinated and comprehensive education
in forensic toxicology. It will equip you
to work in a wide range of sectors such
as pharmachemical and healthcare
companies, contract research and
testing, chemical companies, government
agencies, health services (among others).
Modules
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Biochemical & Forensic Toxicology,
Ecotoxicology, Analytical & Forensic
Toxicology, Toxicological Pathology,
Genotoxicology, Quality Control &
Experimental Design and Occupational
Regulatory Affairs.
Progression
As a graduate of this programme you
are eligible to apply to join the Bachelor
of Science (Honours) in Human & Animal
Toxicology or the Bachelor of Science
(Honours) in Applied Biosciences at AIT, or
related Level 8 programmes at other thirdlevel institutions.
The course provides suitable training
to enable graduates to pursue a variety
of career opportunities. These include
employment in the food, pharmaceutical
and healthcare industries; in research and
development laboratories, in ensuring the
safety of new products; and in regulatory
agencies concerned with the monitoring
and control of toxic agents. With the recent
enactment of environmental legislation,
several graduates of this course have
obtained employment as environmental
science technicians.
CAO code
AL733
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 200
Cut-off 2013 210
Highest 2013 410
Median 2013 350
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
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AL730
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
Environmental biotechnology
products make it possible to clean
up hazardous waste and noxious
pollutants.
According to a recent report from the
Forfás Expert Group on Future Skills
Needs, Ireland is emerging as a leading
location for biopharmaceuticals with a
mix of start-ups, high growth SMEs and
large multinationals located here. Industry
leaders including Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Genzyme,
Merck, Alkermes (based in Athlone),
GeneMedix and Allergan have significant
investment in Ireland which has facilitated
rapid growth and development of the
industry. At present, there are around 60
biopharmaceutical companies in Ireland.
These companies currently employ
approximately 4,000 people.
This three-year, ab initio level 7 degree
programme is designed to meet the
growing demand for scientists to service
the current and emerging biotechnologybased industries in Ireland generally and
the Midlands in particular. The current
industrial perception is that Ireland’s future
technology will predominantly be based
upon biotechnology and IT orientated
industries.
Biotechnology is the manipulation (usually
through genetic engineering) of living
organisms, cells, genes or molecules to
develop services and products that benefit
mankind and/or have commercial value.
Its impact on the 21st century is said to be
as significant as the microchip’s effect on
society and industry in the second half of
the 20th century. Biotechnology provides
many tangible benefits to society:
• It is predicted that by 2015 at least
half of all medicines produced
worldwide will be produced using
biotechnology making them cheaper
and more widely available.
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It is predicted that by 2015 at least
pollutants by harnessing pollutioneating microbes without the use of
caustic chemicals.
The creation of non-polluting biofuels
allows form more sustainable energy
resources as fossil fuels deplete.
Industrial biotechnology applications
have led to cleaner processes that
produce less waste and use less
energy and water in industrial sectors
as chemicals, pulp and paper,
textiles, food, energy, and metals and
minerals. For example, most laundry
detergents contain biotechnology
based enzymes.
DNA fingerprinting, has dramatically
improved criminal investigation and
forensic medicine, as well as afforded
significant advances in anthropology
and wildlife management.
In the first year of this degree, you will
gain a firm grounding in the basic skill sets
required for biotechnology which include:
General Biology, General Chemistry,
Physics, Maths IT and Computing.
This course material is delivered as a
combination of lecture and practical
laboratory classes over the full academic
year. In addition, students engage in
courses in ‘Learning to Learn’ and ‘Enquiry
Based Learning’ which enhance students’
learning skills and are delivered in ‘nonstandard’ modes such as group projects,
student presentations, and role play etc.
CAO code
AL730
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 240
Cut-off 2013 205
Highest 2013 385
Median 2013 320
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
In second year, you will undertake
a series of 12 biology/chemistrybased modules delivered over
two semesters. Included are a
number of specialisations central
to biotechnology such as genetics,
forensics and recombinant DNA
technology. In addition students delve
deeper into biochemistry, microbiology
and analytical methods. In Year 2 your
scientific skills base is honed through
laboratory practical classes up to 10
hours per week.
In third year, the key sciences
underpinning biotechnology are
studied as a series of 12 modules
over two semesters. These include:
Cell Biology, Genetic Engineering,
Molecular Biology, Environmental
Biotechnology, Forensic Science,
Applied Biotechnology, Advanced
Techniques and Ethics. Training is
also given in Occupational Regulatory
Affairs to prepare students for the
work environment. At the end year 3
students are encouraged to undertake
scheduled work experience in the
biotechnology industry, which is
facilitated by AIT.
Modules
Year 1
Current Scientific Issues through
Enquiry-Based Learning and Scientific
Computing.
Year 2
Analytical Techniques, Organic
Chemistry, Mathematics, Cell &
Molecular Biology, Physical & Inorganic
Chemistry and Probability & Statistics.
Year 3
Forensic Science, Environmental
Biotechnology, Ethics, Applied
Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering,
Experimental Design & Quality Control,
Molecular Biology, Advanced Cell
Biology, Advanced Techniques in
Molecular Biology and Occupational
Regulatory Affairs.
Progression
As a graduate of this programme
you are eligible to apply to join the
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
in Biotechnology or the Bachelor
of Science (Honours) in Applied
Biosciences at AIT, or related Level
8 programmes at other third-level
institutions.
Typical areas for employment include
pharmaceutical medical technology
industries, research organisations
(academic or industrial), food and
drinks manufacturers and more. Roles
for Level 7 biotechnology graduates
include quality assurance and quality
control technician, manufacturing
technologist, biochemist, analytical
scientist, microbiologist and process
engineer.
Exciting opportunities may also come
with small biotech start-up companies
at the early stages of their business
development and backed by venture
capital. They usually employ only
a small number of people and the
attractiveness of this career option is
that it often leads to a variety of roles
and responsibilities at all levels of the
business.
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AL731
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN VETERINARY NURSING
This established degree programme
will give you the multi-disciplined
skills to play a key role in both large
and small animal veterinary practices.
The growth in scale, demands and
sophistication of veterinary practices has
created a significant market for the services
of veterinary nurses. The veterinary nurse
plays an essential role in the running of a
modern veterinary practice,
Their roles can be in an advisory capacity,
such as advising clients about husbandry,
kennel and stable management and
responsible pet ownership. Veterinary nurses
are involved in the running of diagnostic
tests within the clinic such as diagnostic
imaging and blood testing
This established degree programme will give
you the multi-disciplined skills to play a key
role in both large and small animal veterinary
practices. A critical component of each year
of the course is a clinical placement in a
veterinary practice.
You will be required to spend two residential
weeks at Gurteen College, Ballingarry,
Roscrea, Co Tipperary during both first and
second year of the degree programme.
The cost of this week must be paid by the
student (details of fees available from AIT).
Modules
Year 1
Introduction to Veterinary Nursing, Veterinary
Anatomy & Physiology, Companion Animal
Husbandry, Information Technology for
Scientists (Veterinary Nursing), Practice
Placement (10 weeks). There will be a two
week residential placement in Gurteen
Agricultural College in semester 2 during
which practical training in animal handling
and farm health & safety will be provided).
Year 2
Biochemistry, Veterinary Clinical Laboratory
Techniques, General Microbiology, Veterinary
Pharmacology, Diagnostic Imagining, Large
Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Infection &
Disease Control, Surgical Nursing, Practice
Placement (10 weeks). There will be a two
week residential placement in Gurteen
Agricultural College in semester 2 during
which training in farm animal and equine
husbandry will be provided).
Year 3
Advanced Surgical Nursing, Veterinary
Anaesthesia, Small Animal Medical Nursing,
Equine Medical Nursing, Animal Behaviour,
Marketing & Accounting, Practice Placement
(all of semester 2).
Progression
As a graduate you are eligible to apply for
the BSc (Hons) in Applied Biosciences,
the BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Practice
Management or other Level 8 programmes
in AIT or elsewhere. Graduates of this
programme have been successful in gaining
entry to the five-year veterinary programme
in Budapest, Hungary.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Veterinary
Council of Ireland (VCI) and graduate are
eligible to enter onto the Veterinary Nurse
Register of Ireland.
Currently, and for the foreseeable future,
employment prospects for veterinary
nurses are excellent. As well as providing
the necessary scientific and nursing skills
and understanding, this programme also
uniquely provides you with the business
skills that are essential for running and
marketing a veterinary practice.
CAO code
AL731
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 455
Cut-off 2013 435
Highest 2013 520
Median 2013 470
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Laboratory-based science
subject at Grade D3 in higher
level or B3 in ordinary level,
plus four subjects at Grade
D3 at ordinary level, to include
(English or Irish).
FETAC
Up to five places reserved for
FETAC students
Biology (C20006) at minimum
Merit level or alternatively have
a Leaving Certificate Science
subject at minimum B3 in
ordinary level.
IN VETERINARY PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
This programme aims to enable you
to use your skills as a veterinary nurse
to promote community health care in
the area of veterinary science.
This honours degree aims to meet the
needs of veterinary practices in the
current climate, equipping the graduate
with additional skills in human resource
management, finance, marketing and IT. It
will allow a registered veterinary nurse to
up-skill and attain a qualification in practice
management, significantly enhancing their
prospects for employment in practice.
The main aim of the programme is to equip
a qualified veterinary nurse with additional
skills essential in the management of a
modern veterinary practice. It aims to
enable you to use your skills as a veterinary
nurse to promote community health care in
the area of veterinary science. In addition,
the programme aims to provide additional
skills to a qualified veterinary nurse in the
areas of clinical nutrition and veterinary
drug development which will enable you to
broaden your career opportunities.
The programme will train you in the
management of a small- to medium-sized
veterinary business, maximize the use of
sales and marketing skills in the area of
veterinary products and services, and upskill you in information technology relevant
to the veterinary business, including web
design.
It will also equip you with an in-depth
knowledge in the area of veterinary clinical
nutrition and provide you with a good level
of knowledge in the area of veterinary drug
formulation and development.
Modules
Year 4
Veterinary Nurse Practice, Professional
Practice, Veterinary Clinical Nutrition,
Veterinary Marketing & Sales , Human
Resource Management and Law in
Veterinary Practice, Advanced Veterinary
Nursing, Information Technology
in Veterinary Practice, Veterinary
Finance, Veterinary pharmaceutics,
Research Methods, Placement/Portfolio
(programmed for 10 weeks during the
summer prior to graduation)
Progression
for postgraduate training and research
leading to Master’s and PhD (Level
9/10) qualifications. Full details of all
The main potential employment
opportunity for graduates of this course
are expected to be directly in veterinary
practice as clinic and hospital managers,
while there is also potential for promotion
to practice manager of larger hospitals
as a sole role. Opportunities also exist for
consultation work in the area of veterinary
practice development, in technical
and advisory roles in animal welfare
organisations, technical support and sales
in the animal nutrition and the veterinary
pharmaceutical industries.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Holders of an Bachelor of
Science qualification in veterinary
nursing recognised by the
Veterinary Council of Ireland
programme.
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PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE
(Drug design & development)
Theory is always supported by
practice, and modules provide
knowledge and ‘hands-on’ experience.
Those working in drug development and
pharmaceutical analysis seek answers to
the following questions:
• Is the identity of the API (active
pharmaceutical ingredient) in the
formulated product correct?
• Is the correct quantity of API present?
• How might I maximise the yield from
the synthetic route?
• Is the product stable and what expiry
date should it have?
• Is each of the ingredients compatible?
• At what rate will the API be released
from its formulation so its can be
absorbed from the body?
• What analytical techniques must I use
to answer the above questions?
On this degree, you will be instructed
by a dedicated and integrated team of
academic staff possessing a diverse and
relevant range of teaching experience and
research interests.
After essential grounding in life, physical, IT
and mathematical sciences, you become
appraised of basic and advanced chemical
and pharmacologically relevant science.
Further studies focus on the disciplines of
Pharmaceutical Synthesis, Dosage Form
Design, Pharmaceutical Analysis, and
Spectroscopy & Chromatography.
Deparmental staff members regularly
consult with industry to maintain the
currency of our course provision and
this input is reflected in our offering of a
module in Professional & Transferable
Skills. This seeks to ensure that graduates
are sufficiently aware and professional in
all activities and thus fulfil their role and
potential in the workplace.
Modules
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Metals in Medicine, Synthetic
Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical
Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical
Separations, Quality Assurance & GMP,
Environmental Science, Dosage Form
Design, Pharmaceutical Spectroscopy,
Pharmaceutical Synthesis, Pharmaceutical
Materials, Professional & Transferrable
Skills for Pharmaceutical Scientists
Progression
Many graduates will remain to study for
the AIT Level 8 offering in Pharmaceutical
Sciences (Drug Discovery & Development).
Graduates from this degree may
expect to find rewarding careers and
well remunerated positions in the
pharmaceutical and fine chemicals sector,
whether in an API/ biologic drugs plant or
in a finished drug product manufacturing
facility.
CAO code
AL734
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 175
Cut-off 2013 195
Highest 2013 335
Median 2013 285
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL842
IN BIOVETERINARY SCIENCE
Opportunities for science technicians
exist in research, industry,
educational institutions and
government agencies.
This new degree in bioveterinary science
can be described as the study of life at
all levels of complexity from molecules to
populations. Whilst life-forms are built from
relatively few types of atoms, these are
assembled into ever more complex levels
of organisation in molecules, cells, tissues
and organs, organisms, communities and
ecosystems.
Bioveterinary science is a family of
methods and disciplines grouped around
the investigation of life processes and
the inter-relationships of living organisms.
This may involve studies at a variety of
levels from molecules to populations.
Bioveterinary science is divided into many
specialisms such as biology, biological
sciences life sciences and animal sciences.
This degree emphasises specific
technologies, interactions and/or systems
(e.g. animal behavior, biochemistry,
biotechnology), or the environments that
living organisms inhabit (e.g. ecology,
environmental biology).
Why study Bioveterinary Science at
AIT?
This bioveterinary science degree is a
unique course in Ireland. This programme
is a multi-disciplinary degree in science
and allows the graduate access to a
wide range of career options. All of this
is designed to produce bioveterinary
scientists who play an important part
in the nationwide promotion of animal
and human health and welfare. Many
bioveterinary scientists may progress to
hold positions in the pharmaceutical and
agricultural industries and in the medical
research sector.
What career options exist for
bioveterinary scientists?
• The bioveterinary science graduate will
be well placed to work within science
laboratories in a range of industries.
• Graduates are well placed to go on to
employment in veterinary diagnostics
and pharmaceutical research,
veterinary, medical and nutritional
sales, hospital and forensic laboratory
work.
• Graduates of the BSc (Hons)
in Bioveterinary Science will be
academically well prepared to enrol
on a research degree programme
(MSc/PhD) at AIT or in other third-level
Institutes.
• On validation with the Teaching
Council, the graduates may apply
for the Postgraduate Diploma in
Education for the teaching of second
level Biology (subject to approval).
What skills will a bioveterinary science
graduate have?
A graduate in bioveterinary science
typically will have the ability to:
• demonstrate a wide knowledge of
essential facts, major concepts,
principles and theories associated
with the chosen discipline in science
• engage with current developments in
the bioveterinary sciences and their
applications, and the philosophical
and ethical issues involved
• analyse critically and assess research
information and data
• use effective interpersonal and team
working skills including demonstrating
an appreciation of the interdisciplinary
nature of science.
• appreciating the need for ethical
standards and professional codes of
CAO code
AL842
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 340
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
Irish).
FETAC
Techniques (CASLT or 5M3807).
the module Mathematics
They must also possess
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conduct and paying due attention
to risk assessment, relevant
health and safety regulations
apply practical skills including
designing, planning, conducting
and reporting on investigations
through individual or group
projects,
apply numeracy, communications
and information technology skills
efficiently
self-manage and pursue
professional development and to
think independently, set tasks and
solve problems.
Please note that the BSc (Hons) in
Bioveterinary Sciences degree does
confer eligibility to register with
the Veterinary Council of Ireland
as either a veterinary surgeon or
a veterinary nurse. The degree
programme is not intended as a
route to further study in the area of
veterinary medicine or veterinary
nursing.
Modules
Year 1
Learning to learn, Biology, Chemistry,
Maths for Scientists, Bioveterinary
Anatomy and Physiology, Physics,
Current Scientific Issues Through
Enquiry Based Learning.
Year 2
Biochemistry, Microbiology, Large
Animal Husbandry, Organic Chemistry,
Analytical Techniques, Bioveterinary
Clinical Lab Techniques, Probability
and Statistics, Veterinary Infection and
Disease Control.
Year 3
Animal Behaviour, Bioveterinary Public
Health and Epidemiology, Advanced
Cell Biology, Business Management
and Enterprise Development,
Quality Control and Experiment
Design, Ecotoxicology, Clinical Trials,
Bioveterinary Parasitology, Ecology of
Terrestrial Ecosystems, Bioethics.
Year 4
Project Theory and Practice,
Pharmacology, Toxicity Testing
Methods, Bioveterinary Biotechnology,
Bioveterinary Immunology, Regulation
Affairs and Legislation, Clinical Animal
Nutrition, Bioveterinary Pharmaceutics,
Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Progression
Graduates from the proposed BSc
(Hons) in Bioveterinary Science will be
academically well prepared to enrol
on a research degree programme
(MSc/PhD) at AIT or in other thirdlevel Institutes. Graduates will also
be qualified to undertake a variety of
taught MSc programmes including
the taught MSc in Toxicology and the
proposed MSc/MBA in Biotechnology
at AIT). On validation, details of the
BSc (Hons) in Bioveterinary Science
will be submitted to the Teaching
Council for approval to obtain
graduate admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in Education for the
teaching of second level Biology and
Agricultural Science.
Graduates of this course will be well
placed to apply for positions in allied
animal industries such as feed and
equipment manufacturers, artificial
breeding associations, pharmaceutical
firms, breeding and livestock
organisations and government
agencies. Also for positions in zoos,
kennels, animal clinics, stud farms,
animal sanctuaries and similar
facilities.
AL838
IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
Nine out of the 10 largest
pharmaceutical companies in the
world are located in Ireland.
Biotechnology is the manipulation (usually
through genetic engineering) of living
organisms, cells, genes or molecules to
develop services and products that benefit
mankind and/or have commercial value.
Its impact on the 21st century is said to be
as significant as the microchip’s effect on
society and industry in the second half of
the 20th century. Biotechnology provides
many tangible benefits to society:
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It is predicted that by 2015 at least
pollutants by harnessing pollutioneating microbes without the use of
caustic chemicals.
Biopesticides and other agricultural
products are being applied to improve
our food supply and reduce our
dependence on conventional chemical
pesticides
Industrial biotechnology applications
have led to cleaner processes that
produce less waste and use less
energy and water in industrial sectors
as chemicals, pulp and paper,
textiles, food, energy, and metals and
minerals. For example, most laundry
detergents contain biotechnology
based enzymes.
DNA fingerprinting, has dramatically
improved criminal investigation and
forensic medicine, as well as afforded
significant advances in anthropology
and wildlife management.
Why study biotechnology and why
come to AIT to study it?
• A consistently strong
biopharmaceutical/diagnostics sector
in Ireland has led the Irish Government
to identify it as among the country’s
best options for our economic future.
• Nine out of the 10 largest
• Seven out of the 10 best-selling
medicines in the world are produced
here.
• One of the mostly highly invested
in pharmaceutical plants in the
world is in Ireland owned by Wyeth
BioPharma. Other multinationals
located here and engaged in
biotechnology include Schering
Plough, and Genzyme.
• Companies such as Biotrin, Trinity
Biotech, ThromboGenics which
started out in Ireland are now
multinationals themselves, performing
extremely well in national and global
markets.
The course is delivered over four academic
years. Years 1 and 2 are taught in common
with a number of other related science
courses, while in Years 3 and 4 are specific
to biotechnology students.
In first year, you will gain a firm grounding
in the basic skill sets required for
biotechnology which include: General
Biology, General Chemistry, Physics, Maths
IT and Computing. This course material is
delivered as a combination of lecture and
practical laboratory classes over the full
academic year. In addition, you will engage
in courses in ‘Learning to Learn’ and
‘Enquiry Based Learning’ which enhance
students’ learning skills and are delivered
CAO code
AL838
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 295
Cut-off 2013 275
Highest 2013 400
Median 2013 320
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
Irish).
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in ‘non-standard’ modes such as
group projects, student presentations,
role play.
In second year, you undertake a
series of 12 biology/chemistrybased modules delivered over
two semesters. Included are a
number of specialisations central
to biotechnology such as genetics,
forensics and recombinant DNA
technology. In addition students delve
deeper into biochemistry, microbiology
and analytical methods. In Year 2, your
scientific skills base is honed through
laboratory practical classes up to 10
hours per week.
In Year 3 the key sciences
underpinning biotechnology are
studied as a series of 12 modules
over 2 semesters. These include:
Cell Biology, Genetic Engineering,
Molecular Biology, Environmental
Biotechnology, Forensic Science,
Applied Biotechnology, Advanced
Techniques and Ethics. Training is
also given in Occupational Regulatory
Affairs to prepare students for the
work environment. At the end year 3
students are encouraged to undertake
scheduled work experience in the
biotechnology industry, which is
facilitated by AIT.
Year 4 of this degree programme
prepares students for the wide variety
of career options that are open to
them upon completion. For example,
there are modules focused on various
aspects of the biotechnology industry.
You will also undertake a supervised
research project in year 4 which is a
valuable opportunity to discover if they
have an aptitude for scientific research
leading to Master’s or PhD degrees,
either of which can be a significant
avenue for career advancement to the
highest levels. Finally, a new module
which is included in year 4 called
Innovation and Entrepreneurship is
designed to enable biotechnology
graduates to become involved in
biotechnological innovation from
inception right through to business
plan and hopefully profit!
Modules
Year 1
Current Scientific Issues through
Enquiry-Based Learning and Scientific
Computing.
Year 2
Analytical Techniques, Organic
Chemistry, Mathematics, Cell &
Molecular Biology, Physical & Inorganic
Chemistry and Probability & Statistics.
Year 3
Molecular Biology, Advanced Cell
Biology, Advanced Techniques in
Molecular Biology and Occupational
Regulatory Affairs.
Year 4
Bioprocess Technology,
Bioinformatics, Analytical
Biotechnology, Validation, Innovation &
Entrepreneurship, Good Manufacturing
Practice, Regulatory Affairs &
Legislation, Research Methods and
Research Project.
Progression
As a graduate of this programme
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
in Biotechnology or the Bachelor
of Science (Honours) in Applied
Biosciences at AIT, or related Level
8 programmes at other third-level
institutions.
Typical areas for employment include
pharmaceutical medical technology
industries, research organisations
(academic or industrial), food and
drinks manufacturers and more. Roles
for Level 8 biotechnology graduates
include quality assurance and quality
control technician, manufacturing
technologist, biochemist, analytical
scientist, microbiologist and process
engineer.
Exciting opportunities may also come
with small biotech start-up companies
at the early stages of their business
development and backed by venture
capital. They usually employ only
a small number of people and the
attractiveness of this career option is
that it often leads to a variety of roles
and responsibilities at all levels of the
business.
AL840
IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
Nine out of the 10 largest
Even casual observers will be
aware of the critical role that the
Irish pharmaceutical sector plays in
contributing to the exemplary success
of Ireland’s manufacturing exports. The
pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors
are widely regarded as the effective
economic drivers of Ireland. This century
has been predicted to be the century of
biology and the bioscience technology
revolution is underpinning many of the
developments in drug discovery and
medicine.
The pharma industry’s continual
growth and prosperity in Ireland is
highly dependent on the generation
and attraction of skilled graduates and
this course is designed to give you the
knowledge and competence to enter
industry or proceed to further postgraduate
education. The Midlands region has
been particularly targeted by government
development agencies for the growth of
pharma and healthcare companies and
this degree programme is a crucial element
of the infrastructure supporting this growth.
Questions asked by pharmaceutical
science graduates include:
• What are the sources of APIs (active
pharmaceutical ingredients)?
• What is the link between what a drug
does and its chemical structure?
• What methods and techniques can
I deploy to minimise toxicity and
optimise therapeutic efficacy?
• Which experimental design will
facilitate cost-effective ingredient
selection and manufacture while
eliminating waste?
• How might I circumvent difficulties
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with drug absorption, unwanted
distribution and premature inactivation
or elimination?
Which new generation technologies
such as nanoencapsulation and
stimuli-sensitive hydrogels are most
suitable to achieve beneficial drug
delivery?
What type of intellectual property (IP)
protection is most secure in warding
off competitors?
Modules
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Metals in Medicine, Synthetic
Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical
Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical
Separations, Quality Assurance & GMP,
Environmental Science, Dosage Form
Design, Pharmaceutical Spectroscopy,
Pharmaceutical Synthesis, Pharmaceutical
Materials, Professional & Transferrable
Skills for Pharmaceutical Scientists and
Pharmaceutical Statistics.
CAO code
AL838
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 275
Cut-off 2013 270
Highest 2013 385
Median 2013 315
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Leaving Certificate
Irish).
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Year 4
Contemporary Issues in Pharmaceutical
Sciences, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical
Technology, Pharmaceutical
Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacognosy
& Natural Products, API Discovery &
Characterisation, Bioanalytical Techniques
in Therapeutics, Pharmaceutical
Engineering, Pharmaceutical Experimental
Design & Validation, Medical Devices &
Advanced Therapies, Research Methods
and Research Project.
Progression
Graduates from our programme may
facility. A number of graduates have
been successful in securing roles in
regulatory affairs where they interface with
national, EU or other international state
bodies such as the US FDA in support
of marketing authorisation applications
from their employer. Previous graduates
have also obtained desirable roles in
research, whether industrial or leading
to a higher degree, in colleges or the
wider public service such as forensics
and environmental monitoring. Others are
currently employed in agriculture, food,
polymers and beverage concerns.
FORENSIC TOXICOLOGY
This course will equip you to work
in a wide range of sectors such as
pharmachemical and healthcare
companies.
While toxicology might be regarded as the
science of poisons, it can be more fully
described as the study of the negative
effects of chemicals on living organisms.
Forensic toxicology involves the study
of toxins – poisons, drugs and other
substances that have a life-threatening
effect on a living being. A forensic
toxicologist knows the rates of absorption,
distribution, metabolism and excretion of
drugs and chemicals along with a variety
of other features about the nature of the
interaction of toxins with the human body.
Forensic toxicologists may perform tests
on human or animal tissue samples and
body fluids in order to determine whether
or not a toxin is present. As well as
possessing specialist scientific knowledge,
forensic toxicologists are required to have
strong communication and interpersonal
skills (written and oral), IT skills, time
management skills and the ability to work
as part of a team.
This one-year, add-on level 7 degree
programme will provide an integrated,
in forensic toxicology. It will equip you
to work in a wide range of sectors such
as pharmachemical and healthcare
companies, contract research and
testing, chemical companies, government
agencies, health services (among others).
Modules
Biochemical & Forensic Toxicology,
Ecotoxicology, Analytical & Forensic
Toxicology, Toxicological Pathology,
Genotoxicology, Quality Control &
Experimental Design and Occupational
Regulatory Affairs.
Progression
of Science (Honours) in Human & Animal
Toxicology or the Bachelor of Science
(Honours) in Applied Biosciences at AIT, or
The course provides suitable training
to enable graduates to pursue a variety
of career opportunities. These include
employment in the food, pharmaceutical
and healthcare industries; in research and
development laboratories, in ensuring the
safety of new products; and in regulatory
agencies concerned with the monitoring
and control of toxic agents. With the recent
enactment of environmental legislation,
several graduates of this course have
obtained employment as environmental
science technicians.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Science
qualification.
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
At present, there are around 60
biopharmaceutical companies
in Ireland who currently employ
approximately 4,000 people.
Biotechnology is broadly defined as the
use of biological processes of microbes,
and of plants or animal cells for the benefit
of humans. Biotechnology is used in the
production of biopharmaceuticals drugs
substances.
According to a recent report from the
Forfás Expert Group on Future Skills
Needs, Ireland is emerging as a leading
location for biopharmaceuticals with a
mix of start-ups, high growth SMEs and
large multinationals located here. Industry
leaders including Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Genzyme,
Merck, Elan (based in Athlone), GeneMedix
and Allergan have significant investment in
Ireland which has facilitated rapid growth
and development of the industry.
At present, there are around 60
biopharmaceutical companies in Ireland.
These companies currently employ
approximately 4,000 people. This oneyear, add-on level 7 degree programme
is designed to meet the growing demand
for scientists to service the current and
emerging biotechnology-based industries
in Ireland generally and the Midlands in
particular. The current industrial perception
is that Ireland’s future technology
will predominantly be based upon
biotechnology and IT orientated industries.
Modules
Molecular Biology, Advanced Cell Biology,
Advanced Techniques in Molecular Biology
and Occupational Regulatory Affairs.
Progression
of Science (Honours) in Biotechnology
or the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in
Applied Biosciences at AIT, or related
institutions.
Graduates of this course should find
employment in the following areas:
diagnostics, pharmaceutical and
healthcare companies, food and drinks
industry, agri-chemical companies and
agricultural industries, regulatory affairs,
bioinformatics, brewing and other
biotechnology based industries.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Science
qualification.
PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE
(Drug development & analysis)
Among the disciplines offered you will
find Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical
Technology, Bioanalytical Techniques
in Therapeutics.
In this honours add-on in each semester,
the six modules offered build on more than
four decades of life sciences and chemical
undergraduate and postgraduate course
delivery and research. Theory is always
supported by practice, and modules
provide knowledge and ‘hands-on’
experience. Among the disciplines offered
you will find Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical
in Therapeutics, Advanced Therapies,
Experimental Design & Validation, and API
Discovery & Characterisation.
We regularly consult with industry to
maintain the currency of our course
provision and this input is reflected in
our first semester offering of Research
Methods. This seeks to ensure that
graduates are sufficiently aware and
accountable in all activities in planning
and executing a research project in the
second semester. This helps to crystallize
learner awareness and to prepare them to
successfully fulfil their role in the workplace
or the research laboratory into the future.
Modules
Progression
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Holders of an appropriate
Bachelor of Science qualification
in chemistry or an equivalent
Level 7 qualification are eligible
to apply to join this programme.
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL,
HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT
This programme is aimed at higher
certificate holders who wish to
obtain the necessary skills to seek
employment in these areas.
This add-on degree programme combines
two distinct but related disciplines that
are increasingly operationally linked
in the work place: health and safety,
and environmental management. It is
aimed at higher certificate holders who
wish to obtain the necessary skills to
seek employment in these areas and,
perhaps more importantly, it provides an
opportunity for those already employed in
environmental, health and safety positions
to obtain a formal and recognised
qualification. Successful completion of
this programme will facilitate membership
of the appropriate professional body, the
Institution of Occupational Safety and
Health (IOSH).
Modules
Year 1
Learning to Learn, Introductory
Environmental Science, Training &
Computing, Legislation, Practical
Environmental Science and Occupational
Health, Hygiene & Hazards
Year 2
Risk Management, Principles of
Environmental Management, Occupational
Health, Hygiene & Hazards, Fire &
Construction Safety, Waste Management
Technology and Project.
Progression
As a graduate of this programme, if you
wish to further your qualifications in the
area of environmental, health and safety
you are eligible to apply for relevant degree
programmes in Ireland or abroad. Those
holding Merit or Distinction are eligible
to apply for the Postgraduate Diploma/
MSc in Environmental, Health and Safety
Management at AIT.
Accreditation
will facilitate membership of the
appropriate professional body, the
Institution of Occupational Safety and
Health (IOSH).
This course is especially suited to staff
already employed who wish to upgrade
existing skill or to those interested in
entering this particular skills area within
industry.
NFQ level7
Duration
2 years
part-time
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Higher certificate in science,
engineering, technology or an
In the case of mature applicants
(23 or over), five years’ relevant
work experience will be
considered for equivalency.
Applicants who don’t meet
these criteria may be reviewed
on an individual case-by-case
basis. In addition to the formal
entry requirements, all applicants
are also required to attend an
interview as part of the final
selection process.
IN HUMAN AND ANIMAL TOXICOLOGY
Toxicologists play a major role in
the food and drinks industry and are
often involved in the growing area of
forensics.
AIT has offered undergraduate and
postgraduate training in toxicology since
the mid-1980s and is nationally and
internationally regarded as a centre of
excellence in academic and practical
toxicology training. Graduates from level 7,
level 8 and level 9 toxicology programmes
have gone on to obtain research degrees
in universities and research institutes in
Ireland and abroad.
While toxicology might be regarded as the
science of poisons, it can be more fully
described as the study of the negative
effects of chemicals on living organisms.
According to the American Society
of Toxicology, approximately 100,000
chemicals are currently in use worldwide,
with 500 new chemicals entering the
marketplace annually.
Toxicologists work to develop safer
chemical products, drugs and medicines.
They determine risks for chemical
exposure and develop treatments for such
exposures. They play a major role in the
food and drinks industry and are often
involved in the growing area of forensics.
This one-year, add-on honours degree
programme provides an integrated,
in toxicology as a broad discipline. It will
equip you to work in a wide range of
sectors such as pharmachemical and
healthcare companies, contract research
and testing, chemical companies,
government agencies, health services, to
mention just a few.
Modules
Cell & Molecular Toxicology, Toxicity
Testing Methods, Immunology,
Biochemical Toxicology, Pharmacology,
Research Methods and Research Project.
Progression
AIT’s qualifications in toxicology have
acquired an excellent reputation nationally
and internationally and cooperative
projects have been established with many
universities that facilitate the process of
entrance to postgraduate courses. A
taught Master of Science in Toxicology is
offered by AIT. For further information on
this programme and other postgraduate
opportunities at AIT, see the postgraduate
prospectus.
Graduates of this course should find
employment in management, regulatory,
technical and research positions in
industry, as well as state-supported posts
in government laboratories and third-level
institutions.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Graduates with a Bachelor of
Science (Level 7) in a cognate
discipline or an equivalent
to join this programme.
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE(HONOURS)
IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
You will receive training in
bioprocessing technology, validation,
and analytical biotechnology.
Biotechnology is broadly defined as the use
of biological processes of microbes, and
of plants or animal cells for the benefit of
humans.
The Government has placed considerable
emphasis on the biotechnology industry and
the country has had considerable success
in attracting the leading international
companies to locate in Ireland, including
Abiomed and Amgen in recent years.
In particular, the Government’s spatial
and economic strategy for the Midlands
envisages the development of life science
and healthcare business in the region.
Given the scale of these developments,
there is an enormous demand for trained
personnel with the necessary skills, which
AIT’s degrees in biotechnology provide. This
add-on honours degree will provide you
with training in bioprocessing technology,
validation, analytical biotechnology
and other skills specifically related to
commercialisation of life sciences research.
This honours degree hosts a variety of
new and exciting modules that prepare
the student to seamlessly integrate into
the industrial environment while fostering a
spirit of entrepreneurship. The programme
applies a blended learning approach to
engage the student in activities that mimic
real-life scenarios in the workplace. The
student will learn how to use state-ofthe-art instrumentation and will attain
an understanding of the applications
associated with equipment used.
Bioinformatics plays a pivotal role in the
programme and the student will receive
extensive training in accessing and retrieving
nucleic acid and protein sequences from
online databases, sequence alignment
techniques, phylogenetic analysis, protein
sequence analysis, protein structure analysis
/visualisation and Perl programming.
Modules
Bioprocess Technology, Bioinformatics,
Analytical Biotechnology, Validation,
Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Good
Manufacuring Practice, Regulatory Affairs
& Legislation, Research Methods and
Research Project.
Progression
leading to Master’s and PhD (Level 9/10)
qualifications. Staff in the school or in the
Careers’ Office can advise on the range of
opportunities available at the institute, in
Ireland and abroad for such postgraduate
programmes. Full details of all postgraduate
opportunities at AIT are contained in the
Postgraduate Prospectus.
Irish biotechnology graduates can go on
to work in a variety of areas including the
health and agricultural sciences sector.
This covers a wide variety of jobs including
technical roles in immunodiagnostics,
biopharmaceutical and drug development
companies along with roles in governmental
authorities, quality control and validation.
Additionally, qualified students have
engaged further in academia pursuing
several postgraduate research opportunities.
Former students studying this course
have gone on to work in a variety of large
and small multinational and indigenous
companies including Abbott, Europharma
Concepts and Reliance GeneMedix.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
to join this programme
IN APPLIED BIOSCIENCES
There is also a distinct focus on food
science through modules such as
Food Microbiology.
The agri-food and drink sector continues
to make a significant contribution to the
Irish economy. According to a report
published in July 2010, up to 4,000 jobs
could be created over the next decade
under ambitious plans to grow farm, food
and fishing businesses.
The Food Harvest 2020 report said the
agri-food and fisheries sector is the
country’s most important indigenous
industry, directly employing 150,000
people and contributing €24bn to the
economy annually.
Students on this add-on honours degree
focus on animal-based and agricultural
modules such as animal husbandry,
land use, and environment and farm
management and Planning. There is also
a distinct focus on food science through
modules such as Food Microbiology, Food
Processing and Technology and Food
Safety.
Modules
Agricultural Biotechnology, Analytical &
Forensic Toxicology, Extensive Animal
Production, Environmental Management
& Land Use, Ethics, Food Processing
& Safety, Environmental Management
& Land Use, Applied Cell Biology, Food
& Molecular Microbiology, Research
Methods, Research Project.
Progression
As a graduate of this degree, you may
be employed in processing, quality
assurance analysis/bioanalysis, validation,
management and optimisation.
Graduates holding both this award and the
award of BSc in Veterinary Nursing have
been successful in gaining entry to the
four-year veterinary programme in Kosice,
Slovakia.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Bachelor of Science
qualification in veterinary
nursing or agriculture science,
biotechnology, toxicology or an
equivalent Level 7 qualification
programme.
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IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE
(Drug discovery & development)
Theory is always supported by
practice, and modules provide
knowledge and ‘hands-on’
experience.
In this honours add-on in each semester,
the six modules offered build on more than
four decades of life sciences and chemical
undergraduate and postgraduate course
delivery and research. Theory is always
supported by practice, and modules
provide knowledge and ‘hands-on’
experience. Among the disciplines offered
you will find Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical
in Therapeutics, Advanced Therapies,
Experimental Design & Validation, and API
Discovery & Characterisation.
We regularly consult with industry to
maintain the currency of our course
provision and this input is reflected in
our first semester offering of Research
Methods. This seeks to ensure that
graduates are sufficiently aware and
accountable in all activities in planning
and executing a research project in the
second semester. This helps to crystallize
learner awareness and to prepare them to
successfully fulfil their role in the workplace
or the research laboratory into the future.
Modules
Progression
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
in chemistry or an equivalent
Level 7 qualification are eligible
to apply to join this programme.
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Dr Kelsey McEvoy
Course: BSc in Veterinary
Nursing
BSc (Hons) in Agricultural
Science
Graduated: 2010
Employer: Kerry Group
Position: Quality Assurance
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CAO programmes
Higher Cert in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Common Entry to Mecahnical, Renewable
and Mechatronics Engineering)
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering and
Renewable Energy Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical
and Polymer Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering and
Renewable Energy Add-on Level 8 degrees
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in
Manufacturing Technology
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ENGINEERING
Mechanical Engineering Programmes
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Contact
Joe Lawless
Head of Dept of Mechanical/Polymer
Engineering & Trades
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 1824
www.facebook.com/AITSOENG
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Why Choose Mechanical
Engineering at AIT?
AIT was one of the pioneers of
polymer education in Ireland, and
its new degree in mechanical and
polymer engineering is designed to
meet a growing industry need for
qualified graduates in this area.
A state-of-the-art Engineering and
Informatics Building, housing the
latest equipment and technology,
including an industrial 3D printer.
Engineers Ireland
accreditation available
to graduates of selected
programmes.
The practical focus of the
programmes gives you hands-on
experience of areas from robotics to
pneumatics and microprocessors,
which is highly valued by employers.
Graduates from our honours
degree are deemed eligible by
the Teaching Council to apply
for a Postgraduate Diploma in
Education.
Course progression
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in Mechanical
Engineering
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Engineering
in Mechanical
Engineering
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in
Manufacturing
Technology
BEng in
Mechanical
Engineering
& Renewable
Enegy
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in Mechanical
Engineering
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Engineering
in Mechanical
Engineering
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in
Manufacturing
Technology
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in
Manufacturing
Technology
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
BEng in
Mechanical
Engineering
& Renewable
Enegy
Bachelor of
Engineering in
Mechantronics
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Higher
Certificate in
Mechanical
Engineering
AL602
(Level 6)
2 years
Engineering - Common Entry
AL713
(Level 7)
3 years
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in Mechanical
Engineering
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of
Engineering
in Mechanical
Engineering
AL710
(Level 7)
3 years
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in
Manufacturing
Technology
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours)
in
Manufacturing
Technology
Bachelor of
Engineering
(Honours) in
Mechanical
and Polymer
Engineering
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
AL820
(Level 8)
4 years
BEng in
Mechanical
Engineering
& Renewable
Enegy
Bachelor of
Engineering in
Mechantronics
AL711
(Level 7)
3 years
AL712
(Level 7)
3 years
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AL602
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING
IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
You may expect to find employment
in production, technical supervision,
plant maintenance, quality assurance
and production planning.
Mechanical engineering is about putting
ideas into action. It is about inventing,
designing, developing, manufacturing
and maintaining products, equipment
and machinery of all kinds. Mechanical
engineers use their knowledge of
materials, mechanisms, power, energy
and manufacturing technology to produce
specifications for their designs and to see
those designs become a reality.
They also build and test prototypes of
their products in order to prove their
designs. Mechanical engineers also have
a key role to play in energy utilisation
and management recognising their
responsibility to the environment and
society at large.
This higher certificate will provide you with
a firm understanding of the theoretical
principles and the practical skills required
in mechanical engineering.
Modules
Year 1
Engineering Mathematics, Engineering
Science & Energy Sustainability,
Engineering Mechanics, Materials and
Processes, Engineering Workshop,
Drawing and CAD, Communications and
Year 2
Engineering Mathematics, Instrumentation,
Mechanics (Mechanics of Materials),
Energy Systems and Thermofluids,
Materials, Engineering Workshop and CAD,
Control and Power Technology, Mechanics
(Mechanics of Machines), Processes and
Operations Management, Mini project.
Progression
As a holder of this higher certificate you
of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
(add-on Level 7) or the Bachelor of
Engineering in Mechanical Engineering and
Renewable Energy (add-on Level 7) at AIT
or related Level 7 programmes at other
third-level institutions.
Accreditation
Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, you
are eligible to apply to Engineers Ireland
Engineering Technician.
When you graduate as a mechanical
engineering technician, you may expect to
find employment in production, technical
supervision, plant maintenance, quality
assurance and production planning,
or possibly as a draughts person in
manufacturing industry.
CAO code
AL602
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 180
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
You will have the capability to
critically appraise mechanical
engineering systems, to identify
areas of potential improvement.
This add-on Level 7 degree will educate
and train skilled personnel in the area of
mechanical engineering, management,
control and maintenance as applied to
industrial settings. It will equip you to work
as an independent thinker and to work
effectively with others, recognising the
importance of continuing education and
self-directed learning.
As a graduate, you will have the
capability to critically appraise mechanical
engineering systems, to identify areas of
potential improvement, to bring about
corrective action and where applicable,
to suggest and implement an alternative
solution. You will also study and work to
high ethical standards with regard to the
engineering profession and environment.
Modules
Year 3
Mechanical Engineering Project,
Quantitative Methods, Control and
Automation, Mechanical Systems Design,
Business and Project Management,
Engineering Mathematics, Systems Design
and Vibrations, Manufacturing Systems
and Organisation Management.
Progression
As a holder of this qualification, you
will possess the necessary theoretical
underpinning to enable progression to
the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in
Mechanical Engineering or the Bachelor
of Engineering (Hons) in Manufacturing
Technology at AIT.
You will also be in a position to apply for
Level 8 programmes offered in other third
level institutions.
As a graduate from this degree, you will
be in a position to apply for a variety
of mechanical engineering roles in the
following areas: in private industry –
and maintaining products, equipment and
machinery of all kinds; as a consulting
engineer – work may include building
services, mechanical engineering, design;
and in private industry and semi-state
bodies – power generation, transport,
environmental technologies, etc. The
institute would expect that graduates will
gain membership status with the relevant
professional bodies and that many of the
top graduates will ultimately reach a high
level within the engineering sectors as well
as progressing to further studies.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Mechanical
Engineering or an approved
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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND
RENEWABLE ENERGY
This degree will give you the ability to
critically appraise energy demands
and to suggest and implement an
alternative energy strategy.
This one-year add-on Level 7 degree will
educate and train skilled personnel in the
area of energy consumption, management
and control, as applied to industrial and
manufacturing settings. It will give you
the capability to critically appraise energy
demands, to identify areas of energy
waste, to bring about corrective action
and where applicable to suggest and
implement an alternative energy strategy.
As a graduate you will have the skills
necessary for professional communication
both within the engineering community and
society at large.
Modules
Year 3
Progression
Mechanical Engineering or the Bachelor of
Engineering in Manufacturing Technology
at AIT. You will also be in a position to
apply for Level 8 programmes offered in
other third level institutions.
be in a position to apply for a variety of
careers including: consulting engineers
– work may include building services,
energy management and building energy
rating; utilities engineering/management
integrating renewable and non-renewable
energy options; mechanical engineers –
process development and maintenance;
semi-state organisations – work may
include the design and management of
renewable energy projects for companies
such as the ESB and Bord na Móna;
government projects in renewable energy;
and in the developing energy supply
sector.
AIT would expect that graduates will
pursue professional status and that many
of the top graduates will ultimately reach
a high level within the engineering sectors
as well as progressing to postgraduate
studies.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Mechanical
Engineering or an approved
AL713
ENGINEERING
(Common Entry) incorporating three
awards: Mechanical, Renewable, and
Mechatronics Engineering
This common entry offering gives
you the opportunity to experience to
try three different areas, before you
choose your specialisation.
• BEng in Mechanical Engineering
• BEng in Mechanical Engineering and
Renewable Energy
• BEng in Mechatronics
sufficient time and experience to come to
an informed choice as to which specific
mechanical engineering programme they
wish to follow.
This broad experience of some of the
major areas in mechanical, renewable and
mechatrincs will better enable the students
to carry on to Year 2, knowing they have an
interest and aptitude for a particular field.
Modules
Year 1
Science & Energy Sustainability, Engineering
Mechanics, Materials and Processes,
Engineering Workshop, Drawing and
CAD, Communications and Computer
Applications.
Progression
the three current Electronics, Computer and
Software programmes listed above.
CAO code
AL713
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
171
172
AL713
capability to critically appraise
mechanical engineering systems.
AL713 Engineering (Common Entry).
society at large.
Modules
Year 2
Year 3
Engineering Mathematics, Systems
Design and Vibrations, Manufacturing
Systems and Organisation Management,
Mechanical Engineering Project.
Progression
Technology at AIT.
environmental technologies, etc. The
institute would expect that graduates will
gain membership status with the relevant
professional bodies and that many of the
top graduates will ultimately reach a high
level within the engineering sectors as well
as progressing to further studies.
CAO code
AL713
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL713
RENEWABLE ENERGY
This degree will give you the ability to
critically appraise energy demands
and to suggest and implement an
This Level 7 degree will educate and train
skilled personnel in the area of energy
consumption, management and control,
as applied to industrial and manufacturing
settings. It will give you the capability
to critically appraise energy demands,
to identify areas of energy waste, to
bring about corrective action and where
applicable to suggest and implement an
Mechanical Engineering or the Bachelor of
Engineering in Manufacturing Technology
You will learn the environmental loading of
the given process/plant and be committed
to its reduction, either in terms of the
product, the materials or the process. You
will also possess high ethical standards
with regard to the engineering profession
and environment. As a graduate you will
have the skills necessary for professional
communication both within the engineering
community and society at large.
Modules
Year 2
Energy Systems & Thermofluids, Materials,
Engineering Workshop & CAD, Control &
Power Technology, Mechanics (Mechanics
of Machines), Processes & Operations
Management, Mini project.
Year 3
Progression
semi-state organisations – work may
include the design and management of
renewable energy projects.
CAO code
AL713
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
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174
AL713
IN MECHATRONICS
Mechatronic products surround us
in our everyday lives and include the
systems that prevent your car from
losing control in bad driving conditions,
smart televisions.
Mechanics of Machines, Costing,
Mechatronics Practice.
Mechatronics is a blend of a number of
the core fields of engineering including
mechanical, electronics and computer/
software engineering.
Year 3
Automation, Mechatronics System Design,
Human Machine Interfaces, Business
and Project Management, Mechatronics
Mathematics, Computer Networks,
Manufacturing Systems and Organisation
Management, Mechatronics Project.
Mechatronic products surround us in our
everyday lives and include the systems that
prevent your car from losing control in bad
driving conditions, smart televisions and
intelligent home entertainment systems, as
well as photocopying machines and ATMs.
Mechatronic systems also abound in
industry and include automated robots
and complex automated assembly
machines working at speeds and precision
far beyond that achievable by a human
operator.
Tomorrow’s industry will use more and
more automated equipment with everincreasing complexity and skilled engineers
with this unique combination of skills and
integrated approach will be required to
fine-tune these systems and keep things
running. If you like figuring out how thing
work and enjoy the process of solving
problems and making things better, then
mechatronics may be for you.
Modules
Year 2
Mechanics of Materials, Electronic
Technology, Computer Technology,
Computer Aided Design, Control and
Power Technology, Electrical Technology,
Progression
When you graduate from this programme
you are eligible to apply to join the oneyear, add-on Bachelor of Engineering
(Honours) in Manufacturing Technology
(Level 8) programme at AIT, or related
institutions.
Accreditation
Engineering in Mechatronics, you are
eligible to apply to Engineers Ireland to
use the registered professional title of
Associate Engineer.
Graduates of the mechatronic engineering
programme can expect to find employment
across a wide variety of areas including
medical device and pharmaceutical
manufacturing, process control and
robotics as well as in smaller indigenous
companies involved in the design and
development of innovative new products.
CAO code
AL713
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 N/A
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL710
capability to critically appraise
mechanical engineering systems.
society at large.
Modules
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Engineering Mathematics, Systems
Design and Vibrations, Manufacturing
Systems and Organisation Management,
Mechanical Engineering Project.
Progression
Technology at AIT.
environmental technologies, etc.
CAO code
AL710
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 185
Cut-off 2013 195
Highest 2013 395
Median 2013 260
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
175
176
AL711
RENEWABLE ENERGY
This degree will educate you in
the area of energy consumption,
management and control.
Mechanical engineers require the technical
skills to select, implement and integrate the
most effective and efficient energy sources.
Optimisation of energy management also
incorporates recycling, designing more
efficient processes, better product design
and continuous measurement of costs,
which is also the responsibility of the
mechanical engineer.
This Level 7 degree will educate and train
skilled personnel in the area of energy
consumption, management and control,
as applied to industrial and manufacturing
settings. It will give you the capability
to critically appraise energy demands,
to identify areas of energy waste, to
bring about corrective action and where
applicable to suggest and implement an
You will learn the environmental loading of
the given process/plant and be committed
to its reduction, either in terms of the
product, the materials or the process. You
will also possess high ethical standards
with regard to the engineering profession
and environment. As a graduate you will
have the skills necessary for professional
communication both within the engineering
community and society at large.
Modules
Year 1
Science & Energy Sustainability,,
Drawing & CAD, Communications and
Year 2
Energy Systems & Thermofluids, Materials,
Engineering Workshop & CAD, Control &
Power Technology, Mechanics (Mechanics
of Machines), Processes & Operations
Management, Mini project.
Year 3
Quantitative Methods, Renewable Energy
Systems, Building Services, Business &
Project Management, Energy Systems &
Thermofluids, Renewable Energy Project,
Engineering Mathematics, Environmental
& Business Management, Energy &
Sustainability
Progression
Mechanical Engineering (Level 8) and the
BEng (Hons) in manufacturing Technology
semi-state organisations, government
projects in renewable energy; and in the
developing energy supply sector.
CAO code
AL711
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 180
Cut-off 2013 205
Highest 2013 460
Median 2013 300
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
AL712
IN MECHATRONICS
Mechatronic products surround us
in our everyday lives and include the
systems that prevent your car from
losing control in bad driving conditions,
smart televisions.
Mechatronics is a blend of a number of
the core fields of engineering including
mechanical, electronics and computer/
software engineering. Mechatronic
products surround us in our everyday
lives and include the systems that prevent
your car from losing control in bad driving
conditions, smart televisions and intelligent
home entertainment systems, as well as
photocopying machines and ATMs.
Mechatronic systems also abound in
industry and include automated robots
and complex automated assembly
machines working at speeds and precision
far beyond that achievable by a human
operator.
As a mechatronics engineering student
you will gain skills across a variety of
boundaries to meet the needs of highly
automated manufacturing in the 21st
century.
Modules
Year 1
Engineering Mechanics, Electronic
Technology, Engineering Workshop,
Year 2
Mechanics of Materials, Electronic
Technology, Computer Technology,
Computer Aided Design, Control and
Power Technology, Electrical Technology,
Mechanics of Machines, Costing,
Mechatronics Practice.
Year 3
Automation, Mechatronics System Design,
Human Machine Interfaces, Business
and Project Management, Mechatronics
Mathematics, Computer Networks,
Manufacturing Systems and Organisation
Management, Mechatronics Project.
Progression
you are eligible to apply to join the oneyear, add-on Bachelor of Engineering
(Honours) in Manufacturing Technology
programme at AIT, or related Level 8
Accreditation
Engineering in Mechatronics, you are
eligible to apply to Engineers Ireland to
use the registered professional title of
Associate Engineer.
The demand for highly qualified
Mechatronic engineers has never
been higher. The future of high-end
manufacturing in Ireland is dependent
on continued investment in modern
automation systems and very sophisticated
equipment which allows industry to remain
competitive on a global scale. Graduates
of the Mechatronic engineering program
can expect to find employment across a
wide variety of areas including medical
device and pharmaceutical manufacturing,
process control and robotics as well as in
smaller indigenous companies involved in
the design and development of innovative
new products.
CAO code
AL712
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 180
Cut-off 2013 200
Highest 2013 435
Median 2013 330
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
FETAC
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178
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONS)
IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
This course will equip graduates with
the core engineering skills and up-todate expertise so as to maximise their
employment options.
NFQ level8
This one year add-on honours degree in
mechanical engineering offers the student
three different elective streams, polymer
engineering, automation and energy
systems.
This course will equip graduates with
the core engineering skills and up-todate expertise so as to maximise their
employment options. By offering elective
streams it will make the mechanical
engineering graduate more useful to the
medical device sector, the advanced
manufacturing(automation) and the energy
industry, three of the growing sectors in the
Irish economy, identified in the 2012 Action
Plan for Jobs report, which are specifically
targeted by government for job creation.
Modules
Year 4
Industrial Control, Computer Aided
Design Engineering & Analysis, Electrical
Power Systems and Machines, System
Dynamics and Vibrations, Advance
Engineering Materials, Heat Transfer, Applied
Thermofluids, Operations Management,
Project
Manufacturing Automation Stream: Applied
Statistics & Process Control, Manufacturing
Automation
Energy Management Stream: Integrated
Energy Systems, Energy & Environmental
Management
Polymer Materials & Technology Stream:
Polymer Processing and Mould Design,
Materials for the Polymer Industry
Progression
qualification.
It is expected that graduates from this
course will find employment in a wide
range of sectors including: as consulting
engineers, mechanical engineers working
in advanced manufacturing, process
development and maintenance, biomedical
engineers, polymer engineers. Opportunities
may also exist in utilities engineering/
management integrating renewable and
non-renewable energy options, or with semistate organisations.
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Entry to the programme is
restricted to holders of an
appropriate Level 7 degree
awarded at Merit 2 or equivalent.
Mechanical Engineering and
Renewable Energy or the
Mechanical Engineering (all
are Level 7 programmes)
or a degree in any relevant
engineering discipline or an
equivalent Level 7.
(HONOURS) IN MANUFACTURING
TECHNOLOGY
This programme will educate
and train skilled personnel in the
design, control and management of
advanced manufacturing technology
systems.
According to several government and
industry reports, there is a distinct need
for manufacturing workers to be proficient
in the most up-to-date tools, technologies
and systems within their sector.
The main aim of this add-on honours
degree is to produce graduates who are
educated and trained in manufacturing
technologies and selected applications and
able to apply their knowledge, skills and
abilities across a broad range of industries.
This programme will educate and
train skilled personnel in the design,
control and management of advanced
manufacturing technology systems.
The degree will develop your capacity
to critically define, analyse and solve
problems using your technical knowledge
and skills in mathematics, science
and engineering. You will learn how to
assimilate and transfer attained skill-sets
in various contexts of application, such as
manufacturing and polymer processing.
You will also learn how to design and
develop systems within realistic constraints
such as economic, environmental, ethical,
health and safety, sustainability and
manufacturability.
Modules
Year 4
Industrial Control, Electrical Power
Systems and Machines, Computer-Aided
Design and Analysis, Applied Statistics and
Process Control, Polymer Processing and
Mould Design, Materials fit for the Polymer
Industry, Industrial Placement, Operations
Management, Manufacturing Automation,
Project.
Progression
When you have completed this degree,
you may proceed to postgraduate studies
at AIT or at other third-level institutions in
Ireland and abroad.
Employment opportunities are many and
varied. Typical careers include control
specialists, project engineers, process
technologists, manufacturing supervisors,
maintenance supervisors, and a variety
of roles within quality functions and
management.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Mechatronics or Mechanical
Engineering or an equivalent
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AL820
(HONOURS) IN MECHANICAL
AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
Polymer engineering is a core skillset
sought by employers in the medical
device/healthcare sector.
This new honours degree in mechanical and
polymer engineering is offered in response
to demand for highly skilled graduates
with training in mechanical engineering
fundamentals, with emphasis on specific
technologies and methodologies associated
with polymer engineering.
Year 2
Mathematics, Instrumentation, Mechanics,
Energy Systems and Thermodynamics,
Polymer Properties, CAD & 3D modelling,
Control and Power Technology, Processes
and Operations Management, Polymer
Technology & Mould Design.
Polymer engineering is a core skillset that
many employers in the medical device/
healthcare sector in Ireland look for in
graduates. This new degree programme
addresses skills shortages identified by state
agencies and by industry. According to the
Irish Medical Device Association and the
Expert Group on Future Skills Needs, the
requirement for people with engineering,
scientific, technician and management skills
will continue to rise. The medical device and
healthcare sectors are likely to see a move
towards greater numbers of engineers,
scientists, analysts and technicians.
Year 3
Statistical Process Evaluation and Control,
Control and Automation, Mechanical
System Design, Mathematics, Quality and
Project Management, Polymer Properties
& Applications, Design of Experiments and
Work Placement (8 months).
AIT has long been a pioneer in the area of
polymer science and technology at both
undergraduate and postgraduate levels,
and in more recent years in the area of
biomedical materials at postgraduate level.
It is noteworthy that of 500-plus graduates
from the previous honours degree in
polymer technology, one-third are employed
in the healthcare/medical device sector.
Modules
Year 1
Mathematics, Engineering Science,
Mechanics, Materials and Processes
Engineering Workshop, Drawing and
CAD, Communications and Computer
Applications
Year 4
Industrial Control, Computer Aided Design
Engineering & Analysis, Electrical Power
Systems and Machines, Advanced Polymer
Systems, Lean and Six Sigma, Heat
Transfer, Advance Engineering Materials,
Operations Management, Product Design,
Polymer Engineering, Industrial Project
Progression
Students who successfully complete this
programme will be equipped to progress
to a taught Level 9 programme or to
commence postgraduate research at this or
another institute.
This new degree programme is designed
to equip graduates with skill sets that are
relevant and essential to emerging industrial
technologies. Graduates can expect to
find employment as Mechanical Engineers,
Manufacturing/Process Engineers, Project
Development Engineers, Quality Assurance
Managers
CAO code
AL820
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 315
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish). Foundation
level Mathematics will not suffice
to meet the requirement.
FETAC
(C20174) or Mathematics for
Computing (C20175) included
in their award and to have
achieved three distinctions.
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Dwain Tarmey
Course: BSc in Polymer
Technology
Graduated: 2006
Employer: Vistamed
Position: Project Manager
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NURSING
Nursing Programmes
CAO programmes
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing in
General Nursing
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing in
Psychiatric Nursing
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Contact
Dr Pearse Murphy
Head of Department of Nursing
and Health Science
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 1801
www.ait.ie/science
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Why Choose Nursing at AIT?
Nursing programmes are delivered
in a modern state-of-the-art Nursing
and Health Science Building.
Students benefit from the various
areas of expertise available at
the three general hospitals in the
HSE Midlands area, in Tullamore,
Portlaoise, and Mullingar.
As a nursing student at AIT,
you’re part of a vibrant and
growing nursing and health
science community
As a graduate of AIT your nursing
qualification is recognised and
respected throughout the world.
The department is pioneering
research in the area of nursing
and health science in Irish third
level institutions.
Course progression
BSc (Honours)
in Nursing in
General Nursing
AL830
AL831
(Level 8)
4 years
BSc (Honours)
in Nursing in
Psychiatric
Nursing
AL832
AL833
(Level 8)
4 years
GRADUATE
PROFILE
Name: Shauna Sabatini
Course: BSc (Hons) in General
Nursinga
Graduated: 2010
Employer: Nightingale Nursing
Home
Position: Clinical nurse
manager
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AL830 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS)
AL831 IN NURSING IN GENERAL NURSING
AL830 (Leaving Certificate applicants)
AL831 (Mature applicants)
CAO code
AL830/831
NFQ level8
Duration
General nursing involves caring for
people of all ages, both in hospital and
community settings.
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 410
170#
Cut-off 2013 410*
Highest 2013 480
Median 2013 415
AL830
AL831
AL830
AL830
AL830
* Not all applicants on these points were
offered places
# Written assessment
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Grade C3 in two higher-level subjects, plus
four subjects at Grade D3 in ordinary level.
These subjects must include Mathematics,
a laboratory science subject and a
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants are not required to meet
these minimum entry requirements. However,
they will be required to undertake a written
assessment. Further information may be
obtained online at www.nursingboard.ie.
FETAC
Four places reserved for FETAC students
FETAC applicants to this programme
must hold one of the following awards:
DCHSN or 5M4349, DCHSX or DHSXX or
5M4349. They must possess distinctions
in 5 modules in the FETAC level 5/6
(qualification which must include: D20001
or 5N0749, D20012 or 5N4325, D20032 or
5N1279, or C20006 or 5N2746.
This course involves the study of
theoretical and practice-based
modules. It involves classroom
teaching and taught placements in
a variety of clinical and non-clinical
settings.
This honours degree programme
takes advantage of the various areas
of expertise available at the three
regional hospitals in the Health Service
Executive Midlands area in Tullamore,
Portlaoise and Mullingar. You will
undergo a total of 2925 hours’ clinical
study and 1740 hours’ theoretical
study.
Successful completion of the
programme leads to the award of
a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
in General Nursing from AIT and
registration with An Bord Altranais. The
award of An Bord Altranais, Registered
General Nurse (RGN), is nationally and
internationally recognised.
Garda Clearance
AIT uses the Garda Central Vetting
Unit (GCVU) to assess the suitability
of applicants to this programme. This
is due to the considerable amount of
placements undertaken with children
and vulnerable groups in society.
Therefore, offers to this programme are
conditional and could subsequently be
withdrawn if applicants do not meet the
Garda vetting requirements.
Modules
Year 1
Anatomy, Physiology & Microbiology,
Principles & Practice of Nursing Care,
Psychology & Communication, Learning
at Third Level, Preparation for Practice,
Clinical Placement I, Anatomy, Physiology
& Pharmacology, Primary Health, Maternity,
Child & Community Nursing, Care of the
Surgical Patient, Sociology & Health,
Professional, Legal & Ethical Issues in
General Nursing, Clinical Placement II.
Year 2
Holistic Care for Patients With Cardiac
and Respiratory Disorders, Health
Studies, Introduction to Mental Health
& Illness, Clinical Placement III, Holistic
Care for Patients with Nutritional and
Gastrointestinal Disorders, Chronic Illness,
Sexual Health in Nursing, Emergency &
Critical Care Nursing, Clinical Placement IV.
Year 3
Research Appreciation, Renal, Endocrine
& Biliary Disorders, Oncology and
Haematological Disorders, Clinical
Placement V, Law & Ethics, Neurological,
Special Senses and Musculoskeletal
Disorders, Applied Psychology and Applied
Sociology, Care of the Older Person,
Clinical Placement VI.
Year 4
Implementing Evidence in General Nursing
Practice, Preparation for Internship, Health
Studies, Professional Issues in General
Nursing, Clinical Placement VII, Clinical
Placement (Internship).
Progression
If you wish to pursue a career in specialist
nursing practice upon graduating, you
can apply for higher diploma courses in
areas such as gerontology, coronary care,
intensive care, peri-operative care, and
accident and emergency nursing at AIT or
other third-level institutions. Alternatively
you may choose to pursue advanced
studies in nursing education or nursing
management.
You may apply for positions at staff nurse
grade within the Irish healthcare sector and
you are also eligible to apply for registration
as nurses throughout the EU and further
afield.
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AL832 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS)
AL833 IN NURSING IN PSYCHIATRIC NURSING
AL832 (Leaving Certificate applicants)
AL833 (Mature applicants)
CAO code
AL832/833
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 390
170#
Cut-off 2013 395
Highest 2013 440
Median 2013 400
AL832
AL833
AL832
AL832
AL832
* Not all applicants on these points were
offered places
# Written assessment
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Grade C3 in two higher-level subjects, plus
four subjects at Grade D3 in ordinary level.
These subjects must include Mathematics,
a laboratory science subject and a
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants are not required to meet
these minimum entry requirements. However,
they will be required to undertake a written
assessment. Further information may be
obtained online at www.nursingboard.ie.
FETAC
Three places reserved for FETAC students
FETAC applicants to this programme
must hold one of the following awards:
DCHSN or 5M4349, DCHSX or DHSXX or
5M4349. They must possess distinctions
in 5 modules in the FETAC level 5/6
(qualification which must include: D20001
or 5N0749, D20012 or 5N4325, D20032 or
5N1279, or C20006 or 5N2746.
Psychiatric nursing involves caring for people
with mental illness. The focus of care is to
promote positive mental and physical health,
and to foster independence.
This four-year, ab initio honours degree
offered by AIT in conjunction with the
Health Service Executive Midlands
area and An Bord Altranais, has been
developed in response to the changing
mental health needs of the Irish public.
The course involves the study of
theoretical and practice-based modules.
Students will be exposed to classroom
teaching and taught placements in
a variety of clinical and non-clinical
settings within the Longford/Westmeath
Mental Health Services and the Laois/
Offaly Mental Health Services. They will
undertake 1740 hours of theoretical
study and 2925 hours of clinical
placement over the four years.
This programme in psychiatric nurse
education will provide you with a
substantive knowledge base and
facilitate the development of professional
skills that will enable you to respond
constructively to mental healthcare
needs.
Successful completion of the
programme leads to the award of
a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in
Psychiatric Nursing from AIT and
registration with An Bord Altranais. The
award of An Bord Altranais, Registered
Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), is both
nationally and internationally recognised.
Garda Clearance
AIT uses the Garda Central Vetting
Unit (GCVU) to assess the suitability
of applicants to this programme. This
is due to the considerable amount of
placements undertaken with children
and vulnerable groups in society.
Therefore, offers to this programme are
conditional and could subsequently be
withdrawn if applicants do not meet the
Garda vetting requirements.
Modules
Year 1
Anatomy, Physiology & Microbiology,
Principles & Practice of Nursing Care,
Psychology & Communication, Learning
at Third Level, Preparation for Practice,
Clinical Placement I, Anatomy, Physiology
& Pharmacology, Mood and Emotional
Disorders, Community Mental Health
Nursing, Sociology and Health, Professional,
Legal & Ethical Issues in Mental Health
Nursing, Clinical Placement II.
Year 2
Schizophrenia Spectrum Psychoses, Child &
Adolescent Mental Health, Health Studies
Care of the Adult in the General Hospital,
Clinical Placement III, Specialist Adult Care
Groups, Psychiatric Emergencies, Groups
and Group Therapies, Enduring Mental
Illness, Clinical Placement IV.
Year 3
Research Appreciation, Physical Health and
Mental Illness, Therapeutic Approaches and
Counselling Skills, Bereavement and Loss,
Clinical Placement V, Law & Ethics, Applied
Psychology and Applied Sociology, Normal
and Abnormal Personality, Neuroanatomy
and Electroconvulsive Therapy, Care of the
Older Person, Clinical Placement VI.
Year 4
Integrated Psychiatric Nursing Practice,
Challenging and Ethical issues in Psychiatric
Nursing, Health Studies, Preparation for
Internship, Clinical Placement VII, Clinical
Placement VIII (internship).
Progression
As a graduate of this course you can avail
of further academic/professional courses
in clinical specialties i.e. gerontology,
behavioural nurse psychotherapy, addiction
counselling, family and cognitive therapies,
at AIT or other third-level institutions.
If you wish to pursue a career in specialist
nursing practice, you can apply for
higher diploma courses in areas such as
behavioural psychotherapy and counselling.
Alternatively you may choose to pursue
advanced studies in nursing education or
nursing management.
On successful completion of the course,
and registration as a psychiatric nurse with
An Bord Altrantais, you are qualified to apply
for a range of psychiatric nursing posts and
may apply for a position at staff nurse grade
in the Irish healthcare sector, as well as
seeking promotional posts in clinical nursing,
nursing administration and nurse education.
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EARLY YEARS CARE
Social Care and
Early Years Care Programmes
CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Arts in Applied Social Studies in
Social Care Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice Bachelor of Arts in Early Years Care and Education
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Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care 195
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in
Social Care
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Childcare Management
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Contact
Oliver Hegarty
Head of Department of Humanities (Acting)
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 2530
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AIT
Undergraduate
Prospectus
Why
Choose
Social
Care2015/2016
and
Early Years Care at AIT?
AIT is a pioneer in developing the
academic field of social studies and
social care in Irish higher education.
Extensive periods of work placement
are an intrinsic part of our programmes,
which gives students valuable practical
experience highly valued by employers.
Placement settings include residential
agencies, community-based projects,
youth work, etc.
Attractive and accessible for
mature students, with one-fifth
of students aged over 23-years.
The Department of Humanities is
dedicated to the pursuit of excellence
in teaching and research and offers
progression to Master’s and doctoral
studies.
Lecturers have extensive
experience of the private, public
and voluntary sectors which
enriches their teaching.
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GRADUATE
PROFILE
Course progression
MA in Advanced Social Care Practice/MA in Child and Youth Care
Bachelor of Arts
(Honours) in Applied
Social Studies in
Social Care
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of Arts
in Applied Social
Studies in Social
Care
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Higher Certificate
in Arts in Applied
Social Studies in
Social Care
AL664
(Level 6)
2 years
Bachelor of Arts
(Honours) in
Social Care Practice
AL860
(Level 8)
4 years
Bachelor of
Arts (Honours)
in Childcare
Management
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
Bachelor of Arts in
Name:
Sabatini
Early
YearsShauna
Care
and
Education
Nursinga
AL764
(Level 7)
Graduated:
2010
3 years
Home
manager
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HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ARTS
AL664 IN APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES
IN SOCIAL CARE
You may seek employment in
different areas such as residential
care, care of the older person and
youth work.
Social care is a profession committed
to the planning and delivery of quality
care and other support services for
individuals and groups with identified
needs.
If you would like to work in a
profession where you provide
care, protection, support, welfare
and advocacy for vulnerable or
dependent clients, individually or
in groups, social care may be of
interest to you.
Work placements (minimum total
period of 10 weeks) form an
essential part of the course and are
undertaken in second year of this
higher certificate programme.
This programme is also available on
a part-time basis
undertake Garda vetting procedures
prior to commencing their work
placement. Failure to disclose
previous convictions will result in
students being dismissed from the
programme. Previous convictions,
depending on their nature, could
result in student dismissal from the
programme.
Modules
Year 1
Introduction to Sociology, Applied
Social Studies, Learning to Learn,
Introduction to Law, Development
Psychology, Interactional
Approaches to Social Care
Electives
Modern Irish Politics, French,
Spanish ab initio.
Year 2
Emotional and Behavioural Problems
in Childhood and Adolescence,
Personal Development and
Communications, Applied Social
Studies, Family and Human Rights,
Introduction to Health Promotion,
Fundamentals of Social Policy,
Interactional Approaches to Social
Care, Disability: Models and
Practices
Electives
Politics of Welfare, French, Spanish
ab initio, Public Policy Advoacy
A placement of 10 weeks’ duration
must be completed
Progression
As a graduate of this programme,
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social
Studies in Social Care (Level 7)
at the institute or related Level 7
programmes at other third-level
institutions.
When you graduate you may seek
employment in different areas of
social care work, such as residential
care, work with community groups,
care of the older person, youth work,
and care of people with special
mental and physical needs.
CAO code
AL664
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014300
Cut-off 2013 300
Highest 2013 445
Median 2013 360
Apply to
CAO
Alternative Access Opportunity
Year 1 of this course is also available at
the Cavan Institute (tel. 049 433 2633/
433 2805, and email
[email protected]) Students who
successfully complete the examinations
at the end of year 1 at this institution
progress to year 2 of the course in AIT.
Leaving Certificate
Grade D3 at ordinary level in five subjects
in the Leaving Certificate examination.
Two of these subjects must be Maths and
a language (English or Irish).
Note: A B2 in Foundation Level
Mathematics will be accepted as meeting
the minimum Mathematics requirements
for entry to this course.
FETAC
Up to 20 places reserved for FETAC
students
acceptable. Applicants to this programme
are required, however, to have one of the
modules G20031 or 5N1370, D20003 or
5N2705, D20169 or 5N1652, D20180 or
5N2706, D20179 or 5N3772 included in
their award.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN APPLIED
SOCIAL STUDIES IN SOCIAL CARE
You are equipped to make an effective
contribution in many areas of social
care, including community-based
work, youth work, residential care.
f you want to become a professional
social care worker, this degree is the
recognised entry point. The programme
aims to further develop and enhance
the knowledge, skills and attitudes you
will have acquired through successful
completion of the Higher Certificate in Arts
in Applied Social Studies in Social Care.
The programme is run for 10 weeks in a
supervised practicum environment with
the remainder in AIT attending seminars,
classes and lectures. Theoretical and
practical aspects are both emphasised.
This ensures that when you complete this
programme you are equipped to make
an effective contribution in many areas of
social care, including community-based
work, youth work, residential care, project
work and the care of people with special
needs. Through obtaining the qualification,
you will have acquired an understanding
of the wider social policy context within
which social care services are provided.
This programme is also available on a
part-time basis
Modules
Year 3
Counselling Skills, Applied Social
Studies, Sociology and Applied Practice,
Interactional Approaches, Child Law &
Liability for Social Care Professionals,
Disability Studies: Promoting Inclusion,
Group Dynamics, Field Practicum (10
weeks)
Electives
Management Theory and Practice, Mental
Health, Business French, Business
Spanish.
Progression
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied
Social Studies in Social Care (Level 8)
programme at the institute, or related
institutions.
This programme is a professional
qualification in social care which will lead
you to find employment with different
client groups in a variety of care settings.
It is the recognised entry point for the
professional social care.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Higher Certificate in Arts in
Applied Social Studies in Social
Care or an equivalent Level 6
qualification.
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IN APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES IN
SOCIAL CARE
This degree will equip you with
advanced levels of knowledge and
skills appropriate to employment at
a high level.
ncourages and promotes the professional
and personal development of students.
Your ability to conceptualise, to draw
conclusions based on a rigorous,
analytical and critical approach to data,
and to communicate effectively as part
of a team will be enhanced. The degree
will equip you with advanced levels of
knowledge and skills appropriate to
employment at a high level. You will be
able, therefore, to discriminate between
alternative management strategies and
practices in social care work.
You will also obtain a deeper
understanding of your own goals and
priorities, and a fuller awareness of your
strengths, limitations and potential,
through self-assessment, analysis and
critical reflection. You will learn the ability
to assume key roles in the management,
administration, development and delivery
of quality care services across a wide
range of disciplines. Communities
too will benefit, culturally, socially and
economically, through the involvement of
graduates in community-based project
work.
This programme is also available on a
part-time basis.
Modules
Year 4
Applied Social Studies, Applied Research
Project, Interactional Approaches,
Contemporary Social Policy, Applied
Psychology in Social Care, Social Care
Management
Electives
Community Development and Social
Exclusion, Community Development
Practice Psychotherapy, Business French,
Business Spanish, Applied Sociology in
Action, Youth Substance Use & Misuse,
Older People in Modern Society
Progression
You may decide to pursue postgraduate
training and research leading to Master’s
and PhD (Level 9/10) qualifications.
Our staff in the department or in the
Careers Office can advise on the
range of opportunities available in
AIT, in Ireland and abroad for such
postgraduate programmes. Full details of
all postgraduate programmes at AIT are
The course provides post-qualifying
education and training for professionals
already employed in a wide range of
disciplines within social care work, thereby
enhancing their effectiveness, career
prospects and professional status
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Apply to
Admissions
Office, AIT
Bachelor of Arts in Applied
Social Studies in Social Care
(Level 7) or an equivalent Level 7
qualification.
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AL860
IN SOCIAL CARE PRACTICE
You will learn the attitudes,
knowledge, skills and proficiencies
that are unique to the social care
practitioner.
When you study for the BA (Honours)
in Social Care Practice, you receive the
education and training to equip you to
work as a practitioner with marginalised
youth. You will learn the attitudes,
knowledge, skills and proficiencies that
are unique to the social care practitioner.
You will also undertake detailed studies
in the areas of therapy to facilitate the
involvement of the care practitioner in the
work environment.
Modules
Year 1
Introduction to Psychology, Applied Social
Care, Learning to Learn, Introduction to
Health Promotion, Principles of Sociology,
Creative Approaches to Social Care
Electives
French, Spanish ab initio, Modern Irish
Politics-An Introduction.
Year 2
Applied Social Care, Child Development
Psychology, Creative Approaches to
Social Care, Personal Development &
Communications, Applied Sociology,
Practice Placement, Fundamentals of Irish
Law, Disability: Concepts and Practice,
Electives
French, Spanish ab initio, Politics of
Welfare, Public Policy & Advocacy
Year 3
Applied Social Care, Group Dynamics,
Social Policy Perspectives, Creative
Approaches to Social Care, Creative
Approaches, Practice Placement,
Abnormal Psychology, Rights-Based Law,
Population and Community Health
Electives
Conflict Resolution, Business French,
Business Spanish, Social Psychology,
Family Law, Introduction to Management,
Children’s Rights
Year 4
Applied Social Care, Applied Research
Project, Creative Approaches to Social
Care, Disability: Promoting Citizenship,
Sociology & Social Policy, Counselling &
Psychotherapy, Social Care Practice Law,
Practice Placement
Electives
Managing in Social Care Environs, CRS:
Therapeutic Play and Drama, Business
French, Business Spanish, Addiction
Studies, Older People and Social Care,
International Development.
Progression
As a graduate of this honours degree
you may decide to pursue postgraduate
training and research leading to Master’s
and PhD (Level 9/10) qualifications. Full
details of all postgraduate programmes
at AIT are contained in the postgraduate
prospectus.
When you graduate after four years you
will have excellent employment prospects
in the voluntary and statutory sectors
(community care, residential care and
project work).
CAO code
AL860
NFQ level8
Duration
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014320
Cut-off 2013 325
Highest 2013 460
Median 2013 360
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
(English or Irish).
Mathematics will be accepted
as meeting the minimum
Mathematics requirements for
entry to this course.
FETAC
FETAC students
the following awards: DCHSC or
5M2009, DCHSN or 5M4349,
DCHCC or 5M2786, DCHSX,
EASSX or 5M2181. They
are also required to have the
module Social Studies (G20031
or 5N1370) included in their
award and they must possess
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AL764
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EARLY
YEARS CARE AND EDUCATION
On this course, you will learn to make
a difference to the lives of young
children by understanding how they
develop and learn.
On this course, you will learn to make
a difference to the lives of babies and
young children by understanding how they
develop and learn. You will learn how to
meet the holistic physical, social, cognitive
and educational needs of the child, and
to understand the role of the family and
society. The programme promotes a childcentered approach to care and education,
taking account of physical, educational
and emotional needs of babies and young
children.
During the course, you will acquire their
new knowledge and develop new skills; for
example, how babies and young children
learn and develop through play, current
and emerging theories and research
which underpin practice in the early
years, observation and assessment of
babies and young children’s learning and
development, plan and evaluate curriculum
in the early years’ environment, and the
different roles of practitioners within each
curriculum approach, the value and ways
of working with parents, and of interprofessional collaboration. The programme
combines theory with hands-on experience
and practical skills. Students experience
the variety of the early years’ sector
through placements in different childcare
settings, thus providing the opportunity to
link classroom learning with work based
practice. Students must obtain Garda
clearance before commencing their work
placement.
Modules
Year 1
Principles and Practices in the Early Years
Setting, An Introduction to Curriculum
in the Early Years Setting, Learning to
Learn, Foundations of Child Development,
Creative Skills in Art and Drama in the Early
Years Setting, Promoting Health and Wellbeing in the Early Years Setting, Language
(French/Spanish), Practice Placement.
Year 2
Creative Skills and Play in the Early Years
Setting, Social and Emotional Development
of the Child, Early Childhood Law, Applied
Curriculum in the Early Years Setting: A
Dialogic Approach, Play and Physical Skills
in the Early Years Setting, Food Safety
and Applied Nutrition in the Early Years
Setting, The Political Context of Childhood,
Language (French/Spanish), Practice
Placement.
Year 3
Pedagogical Approaches, Early Years
Social Policy and Practice, Business
Management in the Early Years Setting,
Language and Cognitive Development,
Children’s Rights: A Political Perspective,
Introduction to Research Methods,
Inclusion in the Early Years Setting,
Practice Placement
Progression
Gradiates from this programme are eligible
to apply to join the BA (Hons) in Childcare
Managementor the proposed BA (Hons) in
Early Years Care and Education at AIT.
As a graduate you can reasonably be
expected to work as an early years
practitioner and assistant in creches,
childcare centres, playgroups and preschool facilities. You may also pursue
careers as home school liaison officers,
researchers, policy analysts and
developers.
CAO code
AL764
NFQ level7
Duration
3 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014300
Apply to
CAO
Leaving Certificate
Mathematics will be accepted
as meeting the minimum
Mathematics requirements for
entry to this course.
FETAC
FETAC students
is acceptable. Applicants are
required, however, to have one
of the modules Social Studies
(G20031) or Human Growth
and Development (D20032) or
Working in Childcare (D21053)
or Caring for Children (0-6 Years)
(D20159) or Care Provision
and Practice (D20003) or Child
Development (D20005) or Early
Childhood Education (D20007)
included in their award.
IN CHILDCARE MANAGEMENT
On the course, you will learn how
to critically appraise policies,
procedures and principles in the early
childcare and education field.
The provision of childcare in Ireland has
undergone significant change in recent
times. Although the provision of childcare
by relatives and childminders to pre-school
and school-age children continues to be an
important resource for many parents, there
has been an increased demand for formal
childcare provided by crèches, childcare
centres, playgroups and preschool facilities.
Furthermore, the fact that the number of
children in the 0-6 age group has been
rising steadily in recent years means that
non-parental childcare will continue to be a
serious issue for families in Ireland.
This honours degree is distinguished by
virtue of it being a childcare management
course, uniquely combining disciplines, such
as early childhood learning and business. It
will educate and train you to be a reflective
childcare manager and supervisor, skilled
in the management of early childhood care
and education settings, but importantly,
responsive to the needs of an evolving
childcare sector in the fluid social
environment in which we live.
On completion of this programme, you will
be able to apply advanced early childhood
care and education knowledge and skills to
be a reflective and innovative practitioner.
On the course, you will learn how to critically
appraise policies, procedures and principles
in the early childcare and education
field. You will learn how to manage a
childcare setting, taking responsibility for
decision-making in that setting, as well as
independently and ethically conduct primary
and secondary research in early childcare,
education and management.
Modules
Year 4
Educare Policy and Practice, Childcare
Environment Design, Childcare Strategic
Management, Applied Business/Child Care
Management Research Project, The Healthy
Child in the Childcare Setting, Quality
Management for the Service Industry,
Practice Placement
Electives
Business French, Spanish or Business
German, Research Methods, Therapeutic
Play Skills, Conflict Managment, Recreation
and Activity in Childcare Settings
Progression
be eligible to progress to postgraduate
programmes such as the MA in Child
and Youth Care at AIT. Full details of all
postgraduate programmes at AIT are
As a graduate with a BA (Hons) in Childcare
Management you will be qualified to fulfil
work as childcare practitioners and/or
supervisors/managers in childcare settings.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Bachelor of Arts in Early Years
Care and Education or Childcare
Management (Level 7) or an
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SPORT MANAGEMENT
AND SPORT SCIENCE
Sport Management and
Sport Science Programmes
CAO programmes
Higher Certificate in Business in Sport and Recreation Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports Science with
Exercise Physiology
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports Therapy with
Rehabilitation
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Bachelor of Business in Sport Management 205
Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Management in
Tourism and Sport 206
Contact
Dr Anthony Johnston
Head of Department of Hospitality, Tourism
and Leisure Studies
Tel + 353 (0)90 647 1894
Dr Carol O’Donnell
Head of Department of Life
and Physical Science
Tel + 353 (0)90 646 8056
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Why Choose Sport Management
and Sport Science at AIT?
Choose a degree in sport related
to your interest – sport business or
sport science
AIT has state-of-the-art sporting
facilities, which are used in a practical
sense for teaching purposes, such as
coaching and conducting tests on highperformance athletes.
The BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy
with Rehabilitation is accredited by
Athletic Rehabilitation Therapy Ireland
(ARTI) and successful graduates of
this course will be eligible to apply to
become certified Athletic Rehabilitation
Therapists.
Placement opportunities will give you the
opportunity to perfect the knowledge
you’re gaining in lectures.
An elite sportsperson entry
scheme is in place for the BSc
(Hons) in Sport Science with
Exercise Physiology
AIT:
AIT: Educating
Educating for
for Career
Career Success
Success
Course progression
(Honours) in
Management in
Tourism and Sport
(Level 8)
+ 1 year
in Sport Management
(Level 7)
+ 1 year
Higher Certificate in
Business in Sport
and Recreation
AL663
(Level 6)
2 years
GRADUATE
PROFILE
BSc (Hons) in
Sports Science with
Exercise Physiology
BSc (Hons) in
Sports Therapy with
Rehabilitation
AL837
(Level 8)
4 years
AL841
(Level 8)
4 years
Name: Shauna Sabatini
Nursinga
Graduated: 2010
Home
manager
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AL663 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS
IN SPORT AND RECREATION
The sport and recreation industry is a
very important one to the Irish economy.
This two-year higher certificate will
provide you with the background
necessary for a successful career in a
wide range of tourism, leisure, business
and sports-related activities. In delivering
this programme, emphasis is placed on
developing your technical skills.
There is also the opportunity to take other
nationally and internationally recognised
qualifications in addition to higher
certificate award including: occupational
first aid/child protection/swim teachers/
pool lifeguard/gym instructors qualification,
sports coaching qualifications – football,
hurling & soccer).
Modules
Year 1
Sports Studies, Financial Accounting,
Information Technology, Learning to Learn,
Communications & Work Based Learning,
Anatomy and Exercise Physiology,
Introduction to Business & Management,
Sports Coaching.
Electives
Sport and Exercise Psychology, Sports
Administration, Sociology of Sport.
A work placement in year one of minimum
120 hours’ duration in an approved setting
is mandatory.
Year 2
Facility Management, Sports Studies,
Financial Management, Lifestyle
Development, Work-Based Learning,
Marketing Principles, Human Resource
Management & Training, Sports Coaching,
Exercise & Fitness
A work placement in year two of minimum
120 hours’ duration in an approved setting
is mandatory.
Progression
When you graduate from this
programme, you are eligible to apply to
join the Bachelor of Business in Sport
Management (Level 7) at AIT, or related
institutions.
Employment opportunities exist in areas
such as sport and recreation development/
administration, sports coaching, health
and fitness promotion, tourism and general
business.
CAO code
AL663
NFQ level6
Duration
2 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 230
Cut-off 2013 230
Highest 2013 445
Median 2013 285
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
FETAC
acceptable.
IN SPORT MANAGEMENT
If you aspire to a management role
in the sport, recreation and leisure
industry, this add-on degree may be
for you.
The programme focuses on advanced
business-related knowledge and skills
development in key business subjects.
You will also be provided with education
and training in different elements of sport
management and administration, as
well as an insight into the environmental
factors which affect the success of a sport
enterprise.
Modules
Year 3
Sport Management, Sport Tourism,
Management Accounting/Finance,
Information Technology, Sports
Development, Management Accounting/
Finance, Information Technology
Electives
Sports Studies, Community Recreation,
Business French, Business Spanish.
Progression
are eligible to apply to join the one-year,
add-on Bachelor of Business (Honours) in
Management in Tourism and Sport (Level
8) or the one-year, add-on Bachelor of
Business (Honours) (Level 8) at AIT or
When you graduate from this degree
you may obtain employment such as
a youth sport development officer,
sports recreational officer, play officer,
youth diversion officer, physical activity
coordinator, development coach/officer/
administrator, sport coordinator/officer,
community and sports officer and in
managerial positions within public,
commercial and service organisations.
NFQ level7
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
in Sport and Recreation or an
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IN MANAGEMENT IN
TOURISM AND SPORT
This add-on honours degree focuses on
managerial and developmental aspects
which will equip you for a management
role in the tourism, sport, recreation and
leisure industry.
You will develop transferable skills and
competencies necessary for executive
positions in the industry. Success at
management level can often depend on an
ability to identify problems and to diagnose
appropriate solutions. This programme will
give you the knowledge and skills to apply
a critical, systematic and mature approach
to problem solving within the tourism and
sport industry. You will also develop the
capacity to discriminate between alternative
management strategies and to successfully
manage change.
Excellent social skills are particularly
important in this industry and on this
programme your personal development will
be enhanced, so that you will manifest a
high degree of self-confidence, sensitivity,
responsibility, initiative and enterprise.
Your ability to conceptualise, to draw
independent conclusions based on a
rigorous, analytical and critical approach
to data, and to communicate effectively at
different levels will be developed.
You will be taught about the structure
and organisation of the tourism and
sport industry, on both a national and
an international scale. You will also gain
expertise in information technology, with
particular reference to applications related
to the tourism and sport industry.
Modules
Year 4
Strategic Management, Marketing
Management, Financial Management, Hotel
Operational Training Simulation, Tourism
and Regional Development, Business
Research
Electives
Event Management, Management of Sport
and Physical Activity Programmes.
Progression
An honours (Level 8) degree is an effective
basis for postgraduate training and
research leading to Master’s and PhD (Level
9/10) qualifications. Taught postgraduate
opportunities for the graduates of this
programme are numerous and varied
and include Master’s in health and leisure
studies/recreation and leisure/sport
management/tourism management in other
third-level institutions. Graduates with a
minimum grade of 2.2 are also eligible to
apply for the one-year, full-time Master of
Business programme at AIT.
Accreditation
As a graduate of this programme, you are
to be recognised to teach the subjects:
Accounting and Business.
Employment opportunities are varied
for graduates of this honours degree.
They include work with county councils
and community organisations as sport
development officers; with the HSE as
physical activity coordinators; with national
sports governing bodies as coaches and
administration officers; with local sports
partnerships as sports coordinators; with
third level educational institutions as sports
officers; and with leisure facilities, health
farms and holiday camps in managerial
positions.
NFQ level8
Duration
1 year
Office, AIT
Holders of the Bachelor of
Business in Sport Management
qualification are eligible to join
this programme.
AL837
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS)
IN SPORTS SCIENCE WITH
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
CAO code
AL837
NFQ level8
Duration
207
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 380
Cut-off 2013 400*
Highest 2013 380
Median 2013 385
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Grade C3 in two higher-level subjects, Grade
D3 in Mathematics at ordinary level, plus three
subjects at Grade D3 at ordinary level. Subjects
to include a language (English or Irish).
FETAC
Two places reserved for FETAC students
FETAC applicants to this programme must hold
the following award: Laboratory Techniques
(CASLT or 5M3807). They are also required
to have the module Mathematics (C20139 or
5N1833) included in their award or alternatively
have Leaving Certificate Mathematics. They must
also possess distinctions in three modules.
Elite Sportsperson Entry Scheme
Up to five places will be reserved each year for
outstanding candidates who have reached a very
high standard of sporting achievement, through
performance or coaching and who are committed
to further developing their sporting and academic
careers. Applicants must satisfy the minimum
entry requirements for Level 8 degrees. In addition,
applicants must have reached a specified sports
standard to be eligible for this very competitive
scheme and selection of successful candidates will
be based on a range of criteria, including sporting
achievements and evidence of a commitment to a
career in sports science.
Sports science investigates the science
behind performance, exercise and health.
Students have the opportunity to explore
the movement sciences and directly
apply practical skills.
AIT’s new state-of-the-art
sports science equipment and
facilities makes studying sports
science at Athlone different from
other colleges. With brand new
equipment AIT provides students
with the opportunity to gain
practical experience with the
most up-to-date sports science
equipment and technology. AIT
places an emphasis on practical
development equipping students
with the skills to enter sports
science employment once they
complete the degree programme.
This four-year BSc (Hons) in
Sports Science with Exercise
Physiology will equip students with
the necessary skills to meet the
needs of elite athletes, as well as
the health and fitness requirements
of the general population. The
degree combines areas such as
performance testing, nutrition,
exercise therapy for recovery,
analytical techniques used for
screening performance-enhancing
drugs, and biomechanics.
Over the course of four years, you
will learn how the human body
operates, from the physiology of
the heart, to the operation and
interaction of the respiratory,
nervous, urinary and reproductive
systems. You will also learn
about the physics of sport and
how mechanics can be applied
to biological systems to improve
performance. Furthermore, you
will study the pathophysiology of
injuries and diseases and the use of
exercise in rehabilitation from these
conditions.
You will develop expertise in
testing and analysing athletes’
performance, including the
physiology of the high performance
athlete in a state-of-the-art sports
science laboratory (featuring
treadmills, exercise bikes designed
for resistance training, ergometers,
Douglas bags and a gas analysis
system, a blood lactate analyzer,
force dynamometer for vertical
jumping/gait analysis and
sphygmomanometers).
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The degree also includes modules
on sports psychology and coaching.
As a student on the degree, you will
be facilitated in acquiring coaching
qualifications in your chosen sporting
activity by liaising with the relevant
national governing body and timetabling
the training sessions on a specific day.
A unique part of this programme is the
four-month work placement undertaken
in the summer of third year. This will
provide you with valuable experience of
the working environment in the sports
science and exercise physiology field.
Athlone Institute of Technology has
invested millions of euro in its indoor
and outdoor facilities. The sporting
infrastructure on campus includes an
IAAF-approved athletics track and a
FIFA 2-star astro-turf pitch, while the
new indoor sports arena opened in
2013. The indoor facilities include an
athletics track, a multi-sport arena
(suitable for futsal, basketball, etc.), as
well as comprehensive support facilities
for elite athlete training.
Garda clearance
Students on the BSc (Hons) in Sports
Science with Exercise Physiology
programme will be required to achieve
learning outcomes in coaching various
sports and sports activities. The learning
process will involve the coaching of
both individuals and teams in a variety
of sporting areas. Inevitably, children
and vulnerable adults will form a subset
of those individuals requiring coaching.
In order to safeguard the rights and
interests of children and vulnerable
adults, students registering on the BSc
(Hons) in Sports Science with Exercise
Physiology will be required to obtain
Garda clearance through the Garda
Central Vetting Unit (TGVCU).
Modules
Year 1
Fundamentals of Sports Science,
Human Anatomy, Human Physiology,
Cell Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
for Sport and Health, Introduction to
Biomechanics, Introduction to Coaching,
Health BLS First Aid, Learning to Learn.
Year 2
Anatomy for Sports Science,
Human Biochemistry, Introduction
to Neuroscience, Clinical Testing for
Sports and Health Science, Analytical
Techniques in Sports Science, Human
Psychology, Applied Human Physiology,
Human Biochemistry, Statistics for
Sport and Health Science, Kinesiology
Biomechanics & Motor Control,
Business Law.
Year 3
Drugs in Sport, Sports & Exercise
Physiology, Nutrition in Health &
Disease, Sports Injuries, Sports
Psychology, Performance Analysis,
Applied Coaching Science, Special
Populations, Research Methods,
Placement.
Year 4
Physiology of the High Performance
Athlete, Strengthening & Conditioning,
Advanced Psychology in Sports and
Exercise, Nutrition for Performance,
Business of Marketing for Exercise
Professionals, Sports and Law,
Research Project
plus two modules from
Exercise Therapy for Recovery,
Coaching for Special Populations,
Coaching for Special Populations,
Sports Injuries & Rehabilitation.
Progression
As a graduate you will be eligible to
pursue research MSc/PhD programmes
in sports science and related areas as
well as taught master’s programmes
in cognate areas. In addition, over the
coming years the School of Science
intends to develop in-house taught
master’s programmes for sports science
and exercise physiology graduates.
The scale of the sports sector can
be gauged from the fact that more
than 38,000 people are employed in
this industry in Ireland, with 270,000
volunteers active across all sporting
codes. As a graduate of this degree, you
will be eligible to pursue employment in
areas such as the testing and monitoring
of elite performers, coaching education,
sports journalism, sport and exercise
consultancy, health promotion and in
research.
AL841
IN SPORTS THERAPY
WITH REHABILITATION
In this honours degree, the
combined facets of sports therapy
with rehabilitation will develop the
knowledge and skills of the graduate.
The term sports injury refers to the kinds of
injuries that most commonly occur during
sports or exercise. Some sports injuries
result from accidents; others are due to poor
training practices, improper equipment, lack
of conditioning, or insufficient warmup and
stretching.
Although virtually any part of your body can
be injured during sports or exercise, the term
is usually reserved for injuries that involve
the musculoskeletal system, which includes
the muscles, bones, and associated
tissues like cartilage. For example, tennis
elbow, runner’s knee, breaks to bones, torn
ligaments and torn tendons.
In this honours degree, students will become
skilled in the prevention, assessment,
diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of
musculoskeletal injuries related to physical
activity. In first year, the basic building
blocks of science are introduced, as well
as a number of modules which build on
transferable skills and pave the way for the
transition to third level education. Athletic
rehabilitation therapy is introduced as
a profession and students will have the
opportunity to become involved in the
pre-participation screening of injuries in
various teams including collegiate and
professional teams. In the second year,
anatomy, conditions and injuries serve as the
theme, while students will be introduced to
clinical practice through student-led clinics
and practical placements. In year 3, clinical
practice with student-led clinics is further
developed and the main themes are injuries,
diagnosis and therapies, thereby creating
the foundation pillars for the clinical practice
placement which takes place in the first
semester in year 4.
CAO code
In the final year, the emphasis is on
advanced clinical and rehabilitation
techniques with the clinical practice
placement having an embedded research
project strand. The final year is really a
capstone year designed to cap all the skills
acquired by the student throughout the four
years of the programme, preparing them
for the profession of Athletic Rehabilitation
Therapy and employment as a professional
clinical practitioner. A key element of this
course is that Pre-hospital Emergency Care
Council of Ireland (PHECC) approved first
aid courses are embedded into the course.
Students will become certified Cardiac First
Responders (CFR) and Emergency First
Responders (EFR) by Year 2 of this course.
NFQ level8
Practical elements are extremely important
and this “hands-on” feature is immersed
throughout this course. Placements occur
from Year 2 onwards and culminate in a six
month placement in Year 4. Throughout
students’ four years in AIT they are placed
with a number of different teams and sports
to gain invaluable experience preventing,
diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating injuries
in the physically active. The “STAR Clinic” is
a key feature of this course, where students
themselves manage and run an assessment
and treatment clinic under the supervision of
teaching staff. In addition, students have the
opportunity to gain practical experience in a
variety of clinical settings in a large number
of differing sports in Ireland, the USA and
Canada during their 4th year six month
placement.
Duration
AL841
4 years
Points information
Cut-off 2014 395
Cut-off 2013 420
Highest 2013 490
Median 2013 450
Application to CAO
Leaving Certificate
Grade C3 in two higherlevel subjects, Grade C3 in
Irish).
FETAC
Two places reserved for
FETAC students
Techniques (CASLT) or 5M3807.
(C20139) or 5N1833 at merit
level included in their award or
alternatively Leaving Certificate
Mathematics at OC3. They must
also possess distinctions in three
modules.
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Garda Clearance
Students on the BSc (Hons) in Sports
Therapy with Rehabilitation (BSc. (Hons)
Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy)
programme will be required to achieve
the learning outcomes treating sportsrelated injuries. The learning process
will involve treating both individuals and
teams in a variety of sporting areas.
Inevitably, children and vulnerable
adults will form a subset of those
individuals requiring treatment. In order
to safeguard the rights and interests of
children and vulnerable adults, students
registering on the BSc (Hons) in Sports
Therapy with Rehabilitation (BSc. (Hons)
Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy)
programme will be required to obtain
Garda clearance through the Garda
Central Vetting Unit (TGVCU).
Modules
Learning to Learn, Mathematics for
Sport and Health, Introduction to Sports
Therapy and Rehabilitation, Cell Biology,
Human Physiology 1, Anatomy and
Conditions of the Lower Quadrant.
Anatomy and Conditions of the Upper
Quadrant, Human Physiology 2,
Introduction to Biomechanics, Fitness
Injury Prevention, Emergency First
Response, Business with IT for Sports
Therapy.
Injuries and Therapies 1, Anatomy and
Conditions of the Spine, Clinical Testing
for Sports and Health Science, Sports
Nutrition, Human Psychology, Marketing
and Law.
Introduction to Clinical Practice with
Student-Led Clinics 1, Injuries and
Therapies 2, Human Physiology,
Anatomy and Conditions of the Head,
Thorax and Abdomen, Kinesiology
Biomechanics & Motor Control.
Application of Clinical Reasoning Skills
with Student-led Clinics 2, Research
Methods, Drugs in Sport, Orthotics and
Strapping, Injuries and Therapies 3,
Advanced Sports Therapies
Application of Clinical Reasoning
Skills with Student-led Clinics 2,
Injuries and Therapies 4, Diagnostic
Imaging, Trauma Management, Sports
Psychology, Rehabilitation and Return to
Competition.
Clinical Practice Placement.
Research Project, Strength and
Conditioning, Psychology of Sports
Injuries and Rehabilitation, Legal and
Ethical Issues in Sport.
Progression
Following graduation students can
transfer to a wide range of postgraduate
courses at both MSc and PhD level in
AIT, nationally and internationally. An
honours degree is an effective basis
leading to Master’s and PhD (Level 9/10)
qualifications.
Professional Recognition
This course is accredited by Athletic
Rehabilitation Therapy Ireland (ARTI) and
successful graduates of this course will
be eligible to apply to become certified
Athletic Rehabilitation Therapists
(ARTC). Further information on ARTI is
available at www.arti.info
As a graduate from this programme,
you may expect to find rewarding
careers in the areas of sports injury
clinics, employment with amateur and
professional sports clubs and teams,
employment with national governing
bodies of sports associations, and in
health and fitness centres. You could
also be self-employed as an Athletic
Rehabilitation Therapist. Other areas of
activity include preventing, treating and
the rehabilitation of injuries in sport and
physical activity arenas.
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Application
CAO Programmes
The CAO handbook provides full details of the application
procedure. You should read the handbook carefully and
follow the directions given. Neither AIT nor the CAO accepts
responsibility for any mistakes made, or the consequences of
such mistakes, if correct procedures are not followed.
For most applicants, the procedures outlined in the CAO
handbook are sufficient to help ensure the completion of the
application process. Further information is available online at
www.cao.ie. It is also possible to apply for a place online.
Applicants who are currently attending a third level course may
be eligible to apply through the CAO system for a course as
Readmission applicants.
Application for the following courses must be made to the:
Central Applications Office, Tower House, Eglinton Street,
Galway
Tel:
091 509 800
Fax:
091 562 344
Web:www.cao.ie
•
Any grant or scholarship offered in the current year may
not be available in the year that studies are commenced
if regulations governing the award of that grant or
scholarship change during the period of deferral.
Leaving Certificate Streams
Leaving Certificate Points System
Points are calculated on the basis of the six best subject
results in one sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination,
using the table below.
AIT will award a single standard 25 bonus points for all higher
level maths grades D and above, irrespective of the grade
achieved. There will be no bonus points awarded for grade E
or below.
Dates of Application – CAO Programmes
for entry in September 2015
Closing date
1 February 2015
Late closing date
1 May 2015
Change of mind date 1 July 2015
Re-admission Applicants
Closing date
22 July 2015
Deferred Entry – CAO Programmes
The institute will facilitate successful applicants who wish
to postpone entry for a year in order to undertake relevant
employment or voluntary work.
The procedure is as follows:
1. applicants should not accept the offer through the CAO;
2. applicants wishing to defer their offer of a place at AIT
should write directly to the institute’s Admissions Office
seeking a deferral and setting out the reason for the
request. The letter should arrive not later than two days
before the reply date for the offer. The applicant must
enclose Part C of the offer notice with the letter.
Notes:
• Deferred applicants for the Bachelor in Arts in Graphic
Design are not required to re-submit a portfolio of work.
Deferred applicants (mature) for the BSc in Nursing in
General Nursing and the BSc in Nursing in Psychiatric
Nursing are not required to retake the written
assessment.
Applicants to the CAO will, as previously, count the score from
their six best subjects. If higher level maths is not among these
six subjects, the bonus points will not be included in the total
points score.
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Foundation Level Subjects
Qualifications other than Leaving
Certificate
Foundation Level Mathematics at minimum grade B2 will be
accepted as meeting the minimum Mathematics requirements
for entry to the following courses:
AL664 Higher Certificate in Arts in Applied Social Studies in
Social Care
AL860 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice
FETAC Level 5 Qualifications
Foundation Level Irish at grade B3 meets the minimum
language requirement. No points are awarded.
AL763 Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
AL764 Bachelor of Arts in Early Years Care and Education
Scoring System for Foundation Level Mathematics
For entry into AIT from September 2015, all FETAC level 5 and
FETAC level 6 awards will be scored todeliver a maximum of
400 CAO points.
A FETAC Component Certificate/Record of Achievement is not
sufficient to gain entry to courses at AIT; candidates must have
achieved a full FETAC Certificate (Major Award). A major award
may be accumulated over more than one academic year. In
such cases, it is the responsibility of the applicant to apply to
FETAC for a major award where courses are taken over more
than one year.
Due to the competitive nature of both General and Psychiatric
Nursing, scores will only be calculated when the appropriate
award is presented in a single sitting, together with all the
required modules and grades.
Points based on FETAC results
Points are calculated on your best eight modules as follows:
Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme
(LCVP)
The LCVP subject will be considered as a passing subject
provided the student achieves at least a pass grade. This will
apply to entry for honours degree (Level 8), ordinary degree
(Level 7) and higher certificate (Level 6) courses.
Scoring System for LCVP
Leaving Certificate Applied Programme
(LCAP)
LCAP subjects do not meet minimum entry requirements for
admission to academic courses and are not considered as
passing subjects. Holders of the LCAP may wish to pursue a
FETAC Level 5 programme in order to meet eligibility for entry
to third level courses at this institute.
Distinction 50
Merit35
Pass20
For programmes having a specific FETAC quota (i.e. General
Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Heath Science with Nutrition,
Sports Science with Exercise Physiology, Sports Therapy with
Rehabilitation, Dental Nursing, Pharmacy Technician, Veterinary
Nursing, Early Years Care and Education, Social Care Practice,
Applied Social Studies), the FETAC results are considered in
Round 0 (early August). Your FETAC scores will not normally be
considered after Round 0 where a quota applies.
For programmes where no specific quota applies, FETAC
scores are included in the order of merit list of all applicants
presenting school leaving examinations, and initial offers are
issued in Round 1. FETAC results will not be added to Leaving
Certificate results. If you have taken both exams, the exam in
which you have achieved the highest points will be used for
non-quota places.
Graduates of FETAC Level 6 awards intending to apply for a
place at AIT should contact the institute in advance for more
information in relation to the exemptions available to award
holders.
Trade Qualifications
A trade applicant, seeking admission to the first year of a
course, should do so through the CAO. Such application
may be on the basis of National Craft Certificate, Senior
Trades or National Tourism Certification Board (NTCB)/FETAC
qualifications, instead of, or in addition to, Leaving Certificate
results. AIT welcomes applications from such candidates.
Possession of these awards at advanced level normally
qualifies an applicant for entry to the institute.
Other Qualifications
Applicants with qualifications other than those listed above
(including EU and overseas qualifications) should apply in the
normal way, giving full details of their qualifications/application
category on the CAO form.
BTEC holders
BTEC holders are eligible to apply, by direct entry, for places
on Year 2 of our Level 6 (Higher Certificate) and Year 2 of our
Level 7 (Bachelor’s degree) programmes in the Department of
Humanities, and for direct entry to Year 2 of the Bachelor of
Business in Smart Technology for Business (Level 7).
Certification of Examinations Results and/
or Work Experience
Where an application is being made on the basis of
qualifications other than an Irish Leaving Certificate, and/
or experience, the relevant certificates showing dates,
subjects and results of examinations, as well as duration
and details of employment/experience, must accompany the
application form to the CAO. Where the relevant certificates
are not available at the time of application, these must be
submitted as soon as they are available. English translations
of qualifications not issued in English must be supplied.
Applications will not be considered without the appropriate
certificates.
Mature Applicants
The institute considers applicants who are 23 years or over on
1 January in the year of entry to be mature applicants. Such
applicants may not be required to have the minimum entry
requirements. However, the institute will look for satisfactory
evidence of the applicant’s ability to pursue and benefit from
the course. Knowledge and skills gained through experiential
learning will be taken into account, having regard to the
course for which the mature applicant has applied. Such
applicants should apply through the CAO system, and may be
required to attend for interview at AIT as part of the selection
process.
DARE applicants
The institute welcomes and encourages applications from
people with disabilities/specific learning difficulties. Our aim is
to ensure that all applicants are offered an opportunity to enter
third level and to complete their studies successfully.
Applicants should apply via the Central Applications Office
(CAO) and indicate on the application form that they have
a disability/specific learning difficulty which is the basis for
seeking reasonable accommodations or support in either the
application process or their college course.
More Information on DARE is available from your school
guidance counsellor or AIT’s Disability Support Service
Coordinator, Bernie Langtry (telephone + 353 (0)90 646 8142
and email [email protected]. Information can also be found on:
www.accesscollge.ie, www.cao.ie and www.ait.ie.
Schools’ Liaison Office
The Schools’ Liaison Office provides a comprehensive
programme of schools visits and information events each year.
Amongst the services we provide are:
• School visits: I am happy to visit schools to give a
presentation, talk to students about the courses we have
to offer and answer any questions.
• School tours to AIT can also be arranged, this will include
a presentation, talks from different schools within the
college and a guided tour of the campus including the
International Arena, Engineering & Infomatics building,
Science labs, library etc.
• Detailed talks on individual courses and disciplines can
also be arranged.
• We take part in many careers fairs/exhibitions each year
including Higher Options and Options West.
• Information sessions for Guidance Counsellors.
If you wish to request a school visit, school tour or require
further information, please contact me on:
Annette Buckley
Schools’ Liaison Officer
Mobile: 087 167 9059
Tel: 090 647 1883
Open Days
Open days will be held at AIT on 14-15 November 2014. To
register visit www.ait.ie/openday.
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Situated in the heart of Ireland, Athlone
Institute of Technology offers students
an education that equips them for career
success.
With a focus on real-world engagement, AIT’s
approach to teaching and learning gives
students the knowledge and skills sought by
employers.
This professional orientation is embedded
across all faculties, through placements,
project work and an applied research focus.
AIT offers more than 100 full-time programmes
from higher certificate through to PhD,
across its schools of business, humanities,
engineering and science.
This modern higher education institution has a
state-of-the-art campus, the benefit of a €115
million investment since 2000. In addition to
cutting-edge laboratories and lecture theatres,
AIT’s sporting infrastructure boasts Olympicstandard indoor and outdoor facilities.
Students from more than 50 different
nationalities call AIT home, small wonder
given the personal welcome they receive and
the attention to ensuring that all students
receive the very best education possible.
educating for career success
Investing in your future
Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Bhaile Átha Luain
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Baile Átha Luain
Co na hIarmhí
Dublin Road
Athlone
Co Westmeath
Ireland
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+ 353 (0)90 646 8000
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Athlone Institute
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