Bachelor of Technology (Education) in Materials and Engineering Technology
University of Limerick
Key Information
Campus location
Limerick, Ireland
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
Bachelor of Technology (Education) in Materials and Engineering 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.
This degree with specialism in the teaching of Metalwork and Technology, is designed to produce graduates with technological and engineering skills to satisfy the needs of the Irish second level school system in relation to teaching Metalwork, Technical Graphics and Technology at Junior Cycle, and the subjects Technology, Engineering and Design & Communication Graphics at Leaving Certificate.
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
- Design and Technology 1
- Materials 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
- Process Technology 2
- Understanding Classroom Practices
- Planning for Learning
Semester 4
- Preparation & Planning for Technology Teaching
- School Placement
Year 3
Semester 5
- Design and Communication Graphics 4
- Process Technology 3
- Design and Technology 2
- Curriculum and Policy Studies
- Inclusive Education 1: Contemporary Perspectives
Semester 6
- Design and Communication Graphics 5
- Subject Pedagogics 2
- Design and Technology 3
- Physics for General Science 2
- Inclusive Education 2: Special Educational Needs
Year 4
Semester 7
- School Placement
Semester 8
- Design and Communication Graphics 6
- Technology Teacher as Innovator
- Manufacturing and Service Systems Design
- Electro Technology (Ed)
- Teacher as Professional
Program Outcome
NFQ Level 8 major Award Honours Bachelor Degree
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates from the program have the opportunity to pursue further study in the disciplines of Engineering or Education. There are a number of taught masters degree programs in UL that can be taken up by graduates of the program. In addition, graduates can register for higher degrees by research in either engineering or education that lead to masters or PhD qualifications.