Bachelor of Technology (Education) in Materials and Architectural Technology
University of Limerick
About this program
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.
Admission requirements
Minimum grades
Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
Subject requirements
In addition, applicants must hold an O3/ H7 grade in Mathematics and an O4/ H7 grade in at least one of the following: Applied Mathematics; Biology; Physics; Chemistry; Construction Studies; Engineering; Physics with Chemistry; Agricultural Science; Computer Science; Technology; Design & Communication Graphics /Technical Drawing.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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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
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Tution fee for 2021/2022:
- EU Fee: 7,356&euro
- Non EU Fee: 16,794&euro
Qualification
NFQ Level 8 major Award Honours Bachelor Degree
Continuing studies
- Higher Diploma in Software Development
- MSc in Project Management
- Professional Diploma in Mathematics for Teaching
Career paths
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
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University of Limerick
The University of Limerick (UL) is renowned for its graduate employability, dedication to the student experience, industry-relevant programmes, award-winning research, stunning campus and UL`s deep commitment to community engagement. With close to 16,000 students, including 3,000 international students, UL is...
Why study at University of Limerick
The Universities commitment to graduate employability, UL`s dedication to the student experience, industry-relevant programmes, award-winning research, stunning campus and UL`s deep commitment to community engagement.
The University of Limerick houses a broad range of world class and specialist equipment and facilities that give students and researchers an immersive and practical approach to their studies and research.
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