Please see the
programme document for the rules governing this programme.
Is this a part-time programme?
Yes, all classes take place in the evening, from
18:30 to 21:30 in DIT Kevin St.
How much does the programme cost?
Fees are paid on a per-module basis. All 15 ECTS
modules cost EUR580. All 10 ECTS modules cost EUR390. All 5 ECTS modules
cost EUR190.
In addition, capitation of EUR135 must be paid for
each academic year.
Completing one stage in an academic year will cost
EUR2,455.
All semester 1 modules and capitation must be paid
for in September. Semester 2 modules are paid for in January. Please note it is possible to pay for semester 2 modules in September.
All fees listed here are for the 2009/2010
academic year - these are subject to change for future academic years.
When can I join the programme?
Students are admitted in September and January each
year.
How can I join the programme?
Application procedures are explained
here.
Am I entitled to exemptions?
All students may apply for exemptions based on prior
certified learning. This includes any programme leading to an award.
Exemptions are considered by the Admissions and Exemptions
Committee, which will inform the applicant when a decision is
made. Please see here
How long does it take to complete the
programme?
It is possible to complete one stage in one year. If
you do so, you can complete the Higher Certificate in two years, or
the BSc (Ordinary) in three years, or the BSc (Honours) in four years.
You can elect to take the programme at your own
pace, completing stages over a number of years. You can take any
module for which you have successfully completed (passed) the
prerequisite modules.
How often do I need to attend?
Lectures are run on three nights per week (with the
exception of stage 1, semester 1, where lectures are on two nights).
There is one additional lab night. No new material will be taught on
the lab night, so students who are willing to complete the lab tasks
in their own time do not need to attend the lab night. On the lab
night, the lab will be supervised by a lecturer qualified to help you
with your lab tasks. Timetables are available
here.
Please note that this is not
a distance learning programme. Student are expected to attend classes.
Materials will not necessarily be made available online.
Where do classes take place?
All lectures take place in the Main Building or
Annex Building of DIT Kevin St. Labs take place in the Annex Building
in Kevin St and the Main Building in DIT Aungier St. Rooms are listed
on the timetable.
At what times do classes take place?
Classes take place on weekday evenings. The start
time and duration of the classes varies, but anyone taking all modules
at a stage will attend between 18:30 and 21:30 on lecture nights.
Times are given on the timetable.
Why are some modules listed on more
than one night on the timetable?
Some modules have a lab night which is listed
separately. Attendance on the lab night is not mandatory once the
student completed the lab tasks.
Some modules have lectures on two nights (one hour
both night). Students are required to attend both nights - new
material is presented on both nights.
What is the difference between the
three awards?
The Higher Certificate is a a
Level 6 qualification. Graduates at this level are assumed to have
strong technical skills.
The BSc (Ordinary) is a
Level 7 qualification. Graduates at this level are assumed to have
a critical understanding of the well established principles in a field
of study and the application of those principles in different
contexts.
The BSc (Honours) is a
Level 8 qualification. Graduates at this level are assumed to have
a critical understanding of the at the forefront of the field of
Information Systems / Information Technology. An honours qualification
is normally a prerequisite to admission for postgraduate study (Levels
9 and 10.
Am I eligible for all three awards?
Students who exit with a Higher Certificate or BSc
(Ordinary) must apply for advanced entry if they wish to return to the
programme. They will not be allowed to do so immediately. They
may also be asked to do additional modules (e.g. the two modules they
would not have taken at stage 3 by virtue of having completed the
Ordinary Degree Project).
When must I complete my
examinations?
All semester 1 modules are examined in January. All
semester 2 modules are examined in May. Supplemental examinations take
place in August / September. If you are unable to take your semester
examinations in January / May, you must apply for a deferral through
the examinations office.
You may be required to register for examinations
separately from the standard registration process. Please monitor your
e-mail for notification of important deadlines.
When must I submit my project?
The Ordinary Degree Project and Honours Degree
Projects are submitted in April. In certain circumstances students may
apply to submit their project in August, but they must complete the
project without supervision over the summer months.
What is the difference between the
Ordinary Degree Project and the Honours Degree Project?
The Ordinary Degree Project is primarily technical
and requires the student to produce a working software artefact.
The Honours Degree Project requires substantial
background research and reflection on the part of the student. The
additional modules at stage 4 broaden the scope of possible topic
areas and the reflective nature of the analysis.
For more information on projects please see
here.
What books should I purchase?
Your lecturer will inform you about books when the
modules begin.
How do I find out about projects?
Pat Browne is responsible for projects - his project
page is available
here.
What if I'm finding the course very
difficult?
You should let your lecturers know and contact your
year mentor and/or the programme chairperson. |
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