Bachelor of Technology (Education) in Materials and Architectural Technology
University of Limerick
Key Information
Campus location
Limerick, Ireland
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
Bachelor of Technology (Education) in Materials and Architectural Technology
UL's School of Education is the largest post-primary teacher education provider in the state and is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for Education programs. University of Limerick is also ranked within the top 75 universities in Europe for excellence in teaching and learning.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year 1
Semester 1
- Design and Communication Graphics 1
- Process Technology 1
- Technological Mathematics 1
- Electro Technology (Ed)
- Contemporary Understandings and Thinking on Education
Semester 2
- Design and Communication Graphics 2
- Wood Technology & Design 1
- Wood Science 1
- Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning/li>
- Understanding Young People and how they Learn
Year 2
Semester 3
- Design and Communication Graphics 3
- Subject Pedagogics 1
- Wood processing Practice and Safety
- Understanding Classroom Practices
- Planning for Learning
Semester 4
- Preparation & Planning for Technology Teaching
- School Placement 1
Year 3
Semester 5
- Design and Communication Graphics 4
- Architectural Technology 1
- Wood Technology and Design 2
- Curriculum and Policy Studies
- Inclusive Education 1: Contemporary Perspectives
Semester 6
- Design and Communication Graphics 5
- Subject Pedagogics 2
- Architectural Technology 2
- Architectural Technology 3: Envelope Design Concepts
- Inclusive Education 2: Special Educational Needs
Year 4
Semester 7
- School Placement
Semester 8
- Design and Communication Graphics 6
- Technology Teacher as Innovator
- Wood Technology and Design 3
- Health and Safety in Technology Education
- Teacher as Professional
Program Outcome
NFQ Level 8 major Award Honours Bachelor Degree
- Higher Diploma in Software Development
- MSc in Project Management
- Professional Diploma in Mathematics for Teaching
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates progressing directly into employment take up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed on the Graduate Outcomes Survey by graduates approximately one year after graduation:
- Secondary School Teacher
- Construction Studies Teacher
- Design and Communication Graphics Teacher
- Wood Technology Teacher
- Graphics Teacher
- Design and Technology Teacher
- Head of Graphics Department/Teacher
- Design Consultant
- Researcher
- Fire Safety Engineer
- Quality Assurance Technician
- Customer Service Advisor