Overview

In-class theory and carefully designed projects and assignments are used to ensure that learners can engage with the subject matter in a meaningful and comprehensive way. Small group sizes, as well as the use of numerous and innovative teaching techniques, will make for a varied and stimulating learning experience.

Design-led projects and a strong focus on design, woodwork, CAD and graphics ensures graduates are competent and confident in their role as a professional teacher. School Placements each year provide students with experience of the classroom, the role of the teacher and the whole school environment in a structured and supportive way. Education (Design, Graphics and Construction) (Hons) course is offered at the Atlantic Technological University .

Career

Graduates of this highly specialised post-primary teacher education programme are qualified to teach Construction Studies and Design & Communication Graphics to Leaving Certificate honours standard and to teach Materials Technology (Wood) and Technical Graphics to Junior Certificate honours standard in all Irish second level schools.

ATU Connemara has adopted modern and innovative learning and teaching methods to ensure that graduates are equipped to become excellent teachers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic and Professional Skills

Projects

Design Process

Materials and Techniques

Technical Graphics

School Placement

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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Non-EU Visa requiring applicants: 1st May

Non-EU Non-Visa requiring applicants: 31st July

Language

English

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70

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51

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Education Civil Engineering & Construction Design View 47 other Bachelors in Education in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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95

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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51

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirement

6 subjects at O6/H7
2 subjects at H5
English or Irish at O6/H7
Maths at O6/H7
Technical Drawing, Design & Communication Graphics or Construction Studies at H5

QQI/FET Major Award Required:One of the following awards:

5M5010 – Construction Technology
5M1981 – Creative Craft
6M4989 – Architectural Technology & Design
5M1940 – Computer Aided Design
5M2012 – Furniture Design & Making
5M3635 – Pre-Teaching & Education Studies

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Tuition Fees

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12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year

Living costs

Galway

Ireland

800 - 1100 EUR / month

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