DT249
BSc in Information Systems
and Information Technology

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Entry Requirements

The minimum requirements for the programme are any ONE of the following:

1. Irish Leaving Certificate with a grade D3 or higher in six subjects at ordinary level including (i) a grade C3 or higher in ordinary level Mathematics or a grade D3 or higher in higher level Mathematics, (ii) English or Irish at either level, (iii) a grade C3 or higher in at least 2 subjects at higher level.

2. Application with an equivalent qualification - places may be offered to applicants with a qualification considered equivalent to the minimum requirements, as determined by Dublin Institute of Technology.

3. Mature student application - places may be offered to mature students who meet certain criteria with respect to suitability, analytical skills and professional experience. Students may be requested to attend for interview.

Applicants whose first language is not English must attach a certified qualification of proficiency in English.

Please note that International students on Stamp 2 (wholetime study) or Stamp 3 (visitor/spouse) visa will not be able to register for the programme, even if they are offered a place. Stamp 1 (work permit) or Stamp 4 (resident/refugee) visa holders may apply. Assessment of visa status will occur at registration time.

Advanced entry is permitted into Stages 2 or 3 based on previously completed academic qualifications. Exemptions in individual modules may be granted when the School of Computing is satisfied that the material contained in the relevant modules has been completed at the appropriate level.

Applications

To apply for entry to this programme, the application form here must be completed and sent to

School Administrator
School of Computing
Dublin Institute of Technology
Kevin St
Dublin 8
Ireland

We are now accepting applications for January 2009.

Applicants wishing to apply for exemptions from modules on the programme must complete the exemption form here and e-mail it to ciaran.oleary@comp.dit.ie when applying. Exemptions will be awarded for any prior accredited learning. All forms must be accompanied by photocopies of transcripts certifying prior learning.

All students must complete this module selection form, stating which modules they intend to register for in the current academic year. It is typical that new students would take all stage 1 modules. This form must be e-mailed to ciaran.oleary@comp.dit.ie when applying (this is to facilitate the module registration process).

Fees

The fees for 2008/2009 are as follows:

• 15 ECTS modules = EURO 510
• 10 ECTS modules = EURO 340
• 5 ECTS modules = EURO 170

Students must pay capitation of EURO 120 per academic year.

This results in fees of EURO 2,160 for a whole stage completed in one calendar year.

Please note the fees may change between academic years.