Bachelor Of Technology (education) In Materials And Engineering Technology in University of Limerick, Ireland

Bachelor Of Technology (education) In Materials And Engineering Technology in University of Limerick

About You

If you are interested in modern technologies and have a flair for working with people, then this programme might suit you.

Why Study Technology and Education in Materials and Engineering Technology at UL?

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.

  • This programme of study is unique to UL -  the only degree course of its kind in Ireland
  • The School of Education at UL is one of the largest suppliers of teachers in Ireland - the reputation of our graduates and their tradition of success are well established in schools around Ireland
  • You can go straight into teaching after graduation, no further study at postgraduate level is required
  • In this program, you will develop a wide range of skills and knowledge that will prepare you to shape the next generation of engineers
  • You can avail of dedicated design and manufacturing facilities where you will develop your understanding of teaching in an applied environment, using mechanical design, manufacturing and robotics
  • In the ‘Sumo-bot’ module you will design, manufacture, and program a robot to battle other robots
  • A recent survey from the Higher Education Authority found that education graduates have the highest starting salary of any group of graduates

As a teaching degree, graduates of this programme are eligible for appointments to all second level schools (vocational, secondary, community and comprehensive schools) and for admission to the open register for Secondary Teachers. The graduates of the programme will be able to teach Engineering, Design and Communications Graphics & Technology.

Follow-On Study

Graduates from the programme have the opportunity to pursue further study in the disciplines of Engineering or Education. There are a number of taught masters degree programmes in UL that can be taken up by graduates of the programme. In addition, graduates can register for higher degrees by research in either engineering or education that lead to masters or PhD qualifications.

Duration :

4 Years

Intake

September, January

Level

Undergraduate

Tuition & fees

€ 15,986 Per Year

IELTS

6.5

TOFL

90

PTE

61

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