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2017–18

A guide for First Year Students Includes all first year undergraduate programmes (excluding MH101)

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Section 1 Your degree ....................................................... 4

Section 2 First year choices in your programme ............... 6

Section 3 Critical Skills .................................................... 46

Section 4 BA International – study abroad option ........... 48

Section 5 Programme Advisory Office ............................ 51

Section 6 Other useful information .................................. 52

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Welcome to Maynooth UniversityThis guide is designed to help you get started and to explain your options.If you are MH101 Arts student, we have compiled a separate guide for your programme where we go through each of your subjects, and the different pathways you can progress with from MH101.

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In some programmes you will have the opportunity to shape your degree to best match your interests and strengths. There is normally less choice within our special denominated programmes. Nevertheless, there will often be the opportunity to select one of our new Critical Skills courses.

Where your degree has a choice of subjects, timetable permitting you will be able to amend some of the subjects within your programme. Changes such as these are permitted during the first four weeks of first year, so if you realise you have made a mistake, or if a subject or module is not for you, you can choose an alternative. In some of our programmes, you can also make changes in your choices at the start of the second semester.

Critical Skills In first year, many of our programmes also give you the have the option of taking a subject in Critical Skills. This is an intensive course in the skills we expect a Maynooth graduate to develop; the ability to analyse ideas from different perspectives, develop your own position, and present your ideas clearly and convincingly. This is a first year course only. It is taught in small groups and you can expect to do regular assignments in writing and in verbal presentation, to develop your skills in these important areas. Where Critical Skills are available in your programme, we have indicated this in the programme and subject tables that follow.

At the start of second year you’ll also have the opportunity to consider whether an Elective is something you would like to build in to that year’s programme. Electives allow students to broaden their perspective by studying across disciplines thus learning how to think differently and appreciate different viewpoints.

Section 1 Your degree

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GlossarySemester We divide the academic year into two parts called semesters. The first semester runs from September to January, and the second semester runs from February to May.

ProgrammeThe programme is the general term we use to describe what you study. Your programme leads to a degree, and the content will depend on the degree you are taking.

SubjectMany programmes are divided into different subjects. In most degrees you will graduate in either one or two subjects. However you will often take more subjects in first year.

ModuleThe subjects are made up of modules. Each module is a substantial amount of study which is assessed separately. Together, they contribute to an overall subject mark.

CreditsThe amount of work involved in a module is indicated by its credit weight. In first year, most modules are 7.5 credits, and after first year most are either 5 or 10 credits. We use the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), in which a normal year of full time study is 60 credits. So, in first year you will typically do eight modules, four in the first semester and four in the second semester.

Marks and StandardsThe regulations that guide university assessment are called Marks and Standards. The full Marks and Standards document, plus a guide for students on assessment regulations are available on the University Policies page at: www.maynoothuniversity.ie/university-policies/academic-policies-procedures.

RegistrationYou must be registered for all the modules you are taking. This is really important. If you are not registered, you are not earning the credits for that module, and building towards your degree.

You register at the start of each academic year, but in first year we allow you to make changes up to the end of the fourth week of the first semester. This is to give you the time to make sure you have made the right choices for you. But remember, subjects are taught from the first day of lectures, so the later you leave it to firm up your choices, the more of a subject you may miss. Attending subject talks during Welcome Week of any of the subjects that you might be interested in taking is crucial to getting started on the right foot.

When you register, you will first choose your subjects, and then choose the modules you want to take within those subjects. Depending on your programme, you will often have a choice of subjects in first year. As you register you often will find that modules may be marked as

Optionalyou may take the module as part of the subject;

Compulsoryyou must take the module if you are taking the subject;

Requiredyou must pass the module without compensation to continue in the subject.

Where there is a choice of modules available in a subject in your programme, you must ensure that your credits are balanced evenly over the two semesters.

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https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/university-policies/academic-policies-procedures

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The subject tables that follow illustrate the first year structure and options in all our first year programmes (with the exception of MH101).You can use these tables as a guide to check the possibilities in the subjects that interest you most. The left hand column contains first year subject information and options while the right hand column contains second year programme structures. This information is the latest available at time of publication, and may be subject to some changes.

For subject specific content queries, don’t forget to consult individual department websites via the Maynooth University homepage (www.maynoothuniversity.ie), to attend the subject talks during Welcome Week and to use the online Course Finder tool available via the ‘For Current Students’ tab on the Maynooth University homepage. Before you start, here is a reminder of our terminology:

Double major You take two subjects to degree level, with equal study of each.

Major (with minor) The major takes roughly two thirds of your study after first year, and you take a second subject as a minor.

Minor A minor involves about one third of your time, and is intended for people who are specialising in their major, but who also want some expertise in a second subject.

Single majorYou specialise in one subject; this usually only becomes an option in fourth year for science programmes.

Section 2 First year choices in your programme

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Amending your registrationRemember, if there is a choice within your programme, you can make amendments to your registration during the first four weeks of the first semester.

The Programme Advisory Office and your Departments are there to guide and advise you and if you’re unsure, we strongly recommend that you consult with them before making registration amendments. Some changes you will be able to make yourself online, others will require the written permission of the department involved.

Arts subjects available within some programmesSome programmes include the option of selecting some of our Arts subjects. Arts subjects are organised into different timetable groups. Subjects within a group are scheduled at the same times and so you may not choose more than one subject from any group (see table that follows). You can take any combination, as long as there is no timetable clash.

NoteSubjects available as ‘double subjects’ (30 credits) are marked with *. These subjects need extra class times, normally scheduled in Groups 6 or 7.

German and Spanish offer a 30 credit first year option for beginners in the language (marked with #). You must take this 30 credit option if you are a beginner in German or Spanish. If you have studied these languages before, you must take the 15 credit option.

Critical Skills courses can be taken in any timetable group.

Many subjects have recommended minimum entry requirements while French, Mathematics (Pure) and Nua Ghaeilge have minimum entry requirements that students must meet in order to register for these subjects.

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Group 1 Group 2 Group 3

German#

Geography*

Philosophy

Law*

Mathematics (Pure) (Groups 1+3)*

Critical Skills

Greek

History*

Business (Marketing)*

Business (Management)*

Business (International Business)

Criminology

Critical Skills

Mathematical Studies

English*

International Development*

Mathematics (Pure) (Groups 1+3)*

Critical Skills

Group 4 Group 5 Group 6

Anthropology*

Economics

Finance

Latin

Nua-Ghaeilge

Critical Skills

Computer Science*

Music

Sociology*

Spanish#

Critical Skills

Accounting

Chinese Studies

French

Greek & Roman Civilization

Mathematical Physics

Medieval Celtic Studies

Old Irish & Celtic Languages

Politics

Psychological Studies

Critical Skills

Geography (optional 15)

English (extra 15)

Business (extra 15)

Group 7

Anthropology (extra 15)

International Dev’t (extra 15)

Computer Science (extra 15)

History (extra 15

Law (extra 15)

Sociology (optional 15)

German (extra 15)

Spanish (extra 15)

Critical Skills

Key* This subject can be taken as a double subject (30 credits)

# A 30 credit option is available only for beginners in this language

(extra 15) Indicates the timetable group of the extra 15 credits a student will take if taking 30 credits of the subject.

(optional 15) Indicates an additional 15 credits of a subject which can be taken as part of a 30 credits subject, or taken alone as a first year subject.

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Arts – Recommended and Minimum entry requirements

Arts subject Irish English Third lang. Mathematics Other subjects

Accounting P P P O4/H7r 3

Business (Management) P P P O4/H7r 3

Business (Marketing) P P P O4/H7r 3

Business (International Business)

P P P O4/H7r 3

Computer Science P P P O3/H7r 3

Economics P P P O4/H7r 3

Finance P P P O4/H7r 3

French P P H5 French m 3

Mathematical Studies P P P O3/H7r 3

Mathematics (Pure) P P P H2 m 3

Nua-Ghaeilge H5 m Gaeilge

P P 3

Statistics P P P 3

KeyP — Pass required – O6 or H7. Foundation level Mathematics is accepted for matriculation but does not meet the requirement for degrees where Mathematics is a special programme requirement. Foundation level Irish is not accepted for matriculation.

H — H5 Leaving Certificate Music or equivalent required

r — recommended

m — Minimum entry requirement you must meet

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Combinations of Science subjects available in some programmes

SubjectsBiology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Experimental Physics, Mathematical Physics, Mathematics, Statistics

Minimum entry requirements Science subjects

Science subject Irish English Third lang. Mathematics Science Other subjects

Biology P P O4/H7 P T 2

Chemistry P P O4/H7 P T 2

Computer Science P P O4/H7 P T 2

Engineering Science P P O4/H7 P T 2

Experimental Physics P P O4/H7 P T 2

Mathematica Physics P P O4/H7 P T 2

Mathematics P P O4/H7 P T 2

Statistics (not available in first year)

P P O4/H7 P 2

KeyP — Pass required – O6 or H7. Foundation level Mathematics is accepted for matriculation but does not meet the requirement for degrees where Mathematics is a special programme requirement. Foundation level Irish is not accepted for matriculation.

T — A pass in Leaving Certificate Applied Mathematics is acceptable as a Science subject.

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Bachelor of Education Primary Teaching (BEd)CAO code: MH001MU Internal qualification code: EDU

First year Subject code: ED1FSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: ED2FSM

You register forOne single, fixed subject (60 credits).

All modules are required modules.

Critical SkillsNot available as part of this programme.

Minimum entry requirementsLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) H5 Irish irrespective of the qualification being presented as the basis for admission.

English O5/H6.

Mathematics O6/H6.

You register forOne single fixed subject (60 credits).

All modules are required.

ElectivesNot available as part of this programme.

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Bachelor of Education (Gaeltacht) (BEd)CAO code: MH002MU Internal qualification code: EDUGAE

First year Subject code: EDF100

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: ED2FSM

You register forOne single, fixed subject (60 credits).



Minimum entry requirementsLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) H5 Irish irrespective of the qualification being presented as the basis for admission.

English O5/H6.

Mathematics O6/H6.

You register forOne single fixed subject (60 credits).

All modules are required.


BA Music TechnologyCAO code: MH102MU Internal qualification code: MUTH

First year Subject code: MU1TF15

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: MU2TDM

Register forMusic Technology (15 credits).

Plus a combination of up to three other timetable compatible Arts subjects (see page 8).

Critical SkillsAvailable as part of this programme.

Minimum entry requirementLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) O3/H7 Mathematics

Register forMusic Technology (Double Major, 30 credits)

Plus one of your other first year subjects.

ElectivesAvailable as part of this programme.

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BA Music (BMUS)CAO code: MH103MU Internal qualification code: MUS

First year Subject code: MU1F45

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: MU2SSM

Register forMusic (45 credits).

Plus one other 15 credit timetable compatible Arts subject (see page 8).


Pre-requisiteAssessment and Interview

Register forOne single fixed subject (60 credits).


BA PsychologyCAO code: MH106MU Internal qualification code: PSY

First year Subject code: PS1F30

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: PS2SM

Register forPsychology (30 credits).


Plus up to two other timetable compatible Arts subjects (see page 8).





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Bachelor of Social Science (BSocSc)CAO code: MH107MU Internal qualification code: SOCSC

First year Subject codes: SP1F30 (Social Policy)SO1V30 (Sociology)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: SP2DM

Register forSocial Policy (30 credits), Sociology (15 credits)


Critical SkillsCritical Skills for Social Science integral to this programme.

Register for (Double Major) Social Policy (30 credits)



BA European StudiesCAO code: MH108MU Internal qualification code: EUR

First year Subject code: ES1F15

Second year - Progression Structure

Register forEuropean Studies (15 credits)

Plus a language* and up to two other timetable compatible Arts subjects (see page 8).


Notes*Beginners Spanish and German must take 30 credits of language. Non-beginners (i.e. those with Leaving Certificate H5 or equivalent) must select 15 credit option.

This is a four year degree programme.

Register forDouble Major - Two of your first year subjects, at least one of which must be a language.


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BA Media Studies (MED)CAO code: MH109MU Internal qualification code: MEDST

First year Subject code: MD1F30

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes: MD2DM (Double major)MD2MJ (Major)

Register forMedia Studies (30 credits)

Plus up to two other timetable compatible Arts subjects (see page 8).

NoteCannot be combined with French, Medieval Celtic Studies, Old Irish and Celtic Languages, Theoretical Physics and Psychological Studies.


Minimum entry requirementLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) H5 English

You can progress with Media Studies to either of the following

Double majorRegister for Media Studies (30 credits) plus one of your other first year subjects.

Major (Media Studies) with minorRegister for Media Studies, 40 credits plus one of your other first year subjects as a minor (20 credits).


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BA Media Technology (MTH)CAO code: MH109MU Internal qualification code: MEDTEC

First year Subject codes: MD1F30 (Media Studies)CS1F15 (Computer Science)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes: MD2DM (Media Studies)CS2DM (Computer Science)

Register forMedia Studies (30 credits), Computer Science (15 credits)

Plus one other timetable compatible Arts subject (see page 8).


Minimum entry requirementsLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) H5 English

Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) O3/H7 Mathematics.

Register forDouble Major Media Studies and Computer Science.


BSocSc Community and Youth Work (full time)CAO code: MH116MU Internal qualification code: CYW

First year Subject code: CY1FSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: CY2FSM

Register forOne single, fixed subject (75 credits).



Pre-requisiteAssessment and Interview.




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BSocSc Community and Youth Work (part time)CAO code: MH802MU Internal qualification code: CYWP

First year Subject code: CY1PSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: CY2PSM

Register forStudents should liaise with their department from the beginning of the programme for advice on how many credits to register for.


Pre-requisiteAssessment and Interview.

Register forStudents should liaise with their department from the beginning of the programme for advice on how many credits to register for.



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Bachelor of ScienceCAO code: MH201 MU Internal qualification code: SCI

First year Subject code: MT1S15 (Mathematics)


Register forMathematics (15 credits)

Plus three other 15 credit subjects from the following:

Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Experimental Physics, Mathematical Physics.


NotesEngineering Science may not be combined with Biology.

Students taking Engineering Science must also take Computer Science.

Students taking Computer Science in second year must also take Mathematics.

Students intending taking Computer Science as a Single Major must take Pure Mathematics or Mathematics (Applied) in third year.

First Mathematics must be passed to progress to Year 2.

Critical Skills is a first year subject only.

Minimum entry requirementsAll science subjects in this programme require Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) O4/H7 Mathematics.

Register forThree of your first year subjects.


NotesCombination of Chemistry and Mathematical Physics is allowed in Year 2 but not in subsequent years.

Students taking Computer Science must also take Mathematics.

Students may only progress to third year in 20-credit Science subjects.

Electives are a second year subject only and students should ensure they have a valid pathway to continue with in third year.

One module is a required module in Mathematical Physics subject.

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BSc BiotechnologyCAO code: MH202MU Internal qualification code: BIOTEC

First year Subject codes:BL1F15 (Biology)CH1F15 (Chemistry)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:BL2T20 (Biotechnology)CH2F20 (Chemistry)

Register forBiology (15 credits), Chemistry (15 credits) and Mathematics (15 credits).

Plus one other 15 credit subject from the following:

Computer Science, Engineering Science, Experimental Physics, Mathematical Physics.


NotesFirst Mathematics must be passed to progress to Year 2.



Register forBiotechnology (20 credits), Chemistry (20 credits)



NoteOne module is a required module in Mathematical Physics subject.

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BSc Physics with AstrophysicsCAO code: MH204MU Internal qualification code: PHAS

First year Subject codes: AP1F15 (Experimental Physics)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code:AP2F20 (Experimental Physics)

Register forExperimental Physics (15 credits) and Mathematics (15 credits)

Plus two other subjects from the following:

Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Mathematical Physics.





Register forExperimental Physics (20 credits)

Plus two of your first year subjects.


NotesStudents may only progress to Year 3 in 20-credit Science subjects.

Electives are a second year subject only and students should ensure they have a valid pathway to continue with in third year.

One module is a required module in Mathematical Physics subject.

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BSc Theoretical Physics & MathematicsCAO code: MH206MU Internal qualification code: SCIMS

First year Subject codes: MP1DM (Mathematics (Pure)MT1DM (Mathematical Physics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:MP2DM (Mathematics (Pure )MT2DM (Mathematical Physics)

Register forMathematics (Pure) (30 credits) and Mathematical Physics (30 credits).


Minimum entry requirementLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) H2 Mathematics

Register forMathematics (Pure) (30 credits) and Mathematical Physics (30 credits).


NoteAdmission to second Mathematics (Pure) conditional on students achieving a mark of at least 50% in first Mathematics (Pure).

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BSc Biological and Biomedical SciencesCAO code: MH208MU Internal qualification code: BIOSC

First year Subject codes: BL1SF15 (Biological and Biomedical Sciences)BL1F15 (Biology)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:BL2B20 (Biological and Biomedical Sciences)BL2F20 (Biology)

Register forBiological and Biomedical Sciences (15 credits), Biology (15 credits) and Mathematics (15 credits).

Plus remaining 15 credits from a selection of timetable compatible Arts and Science subjects (see pages 8 and 10).





Register forBiological and Biomedical Sciences (20 credits), Biology (20 credits)

Plus one of your first year subjects.


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BSc Psychology through ScienceCAO code: MH209MU Internal qualification code: PSYSC

First year Subject codes: PS1F30 (Psychology)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code:PS2SM (Psychology)

Register forPsychology (30 credits), Mathematics (15 credits)


Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Experimental Physics.


All Psychology modules are required modules.

NoteFirst Mathematics must be passed to progress to Year 2.


Register forPsychology (60 credits)

10/12 Psychology modules are required modules.


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BSc Pharmaceutical and Biomedical ChemistryCAO code: MH210MU Internal qualification code: PHARM

First year Subject codes: BL1F15 (Biology)CH1F15 (Chemistry)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code:BL2C20 (Biology)CH2P25 (Chemistry)

Register forBiology (15 credits), Chemistry (15 credits) and Mathematics (15 credits)


Computer Science, Experimental Physics, Mathematical Physics.





Register forBiology (20 credits) and Chemistry (25 credits)

Plus Mathematics (15 credits) or combination of Electives and Mathematics (15 credits).


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BSc Mathematics (with Education)CAO code: MH212MU Internal qualification code: MATEDP

First year Subject codes: CS1F15 (Computer Science)EP1F15 (Experimental Physics)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)MP1F15 (Mathematical Physics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:ED2F20 (Education)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)MP1F15 (Mathematical Physics)

Register forComputer Science (15 credits), Experimental Physics (15 credits), Mathematics (15 credits), and Mathematical Physics (15 credits)


NotesYou will also take practical Education classes (18 hours).


Minimum entry requirement Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) H4 Mathematics

Register forEducation (20 credits), Mathematics (20 credits) and Mathematical Physics (20 credits).


NoteOne module is a required module in Mathematical Physics subject.

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BSc Science (with Education)CAO code: MH212MU Internal qualification code: SCEDP

First year Subject codes: BL1F15 (Biology)CH1F15 (Chemistry)EP1F15 (Experimental Physics)MT1SF15 (Mathematics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code:ED2F20 (Education)

Register forBiology (15 credits), Chemistry (15 credits), Experimental Physics (15 credits) and Mathematics (15 credits).


NotesYou will also take practical Education classes (18 hours).


Minimum entry requirement Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) O4/H7 Mathematics

Register forEducation (20 credits)

Plus two of your other first year subjects.


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BE Bachelor of Electronic EngineeringCAO code: MH304MU Internal qualification code: ENG

First year Subject code: GE1SM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: GE2SM



Minimum entry requirementLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) H4 Mathematics



NoteStudents will have the opportunity at the end of fourth year to transfer to fifth year of the Masters of Electronic Engineering (subject to Department approval)

BSc Product DesignCAO code: MH305MU Internal qualification code: DES

First year Subject code: PD1SM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: PD2SM


One module is a required module.


Minimum entry requirementLeaving Certificate (or equivalent) O3/H7 Mathematics.


One module is a required module.


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BSc Robotics and Intelligent DevicesCAO code: MH306MU Internal qualification code: ROBT

First year Subject code: GE1RSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: GE2RSM






BA FinanceCAO code: MH401MU Internal qualification code: FIN

First year Subject code: FN1F45 (Finance)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:FN2SM (Finance, Single Major)FN2MJ (Finance, Major)

Register forFinance (45 credits)



Minimum entry requirement Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) O4/H7 Mathematics.

You can progress with Finance to either of the following

Single MajorRegister for Finance (60 credits).

Major (Finance) with minorRegister for Finance (40 credits) plus one of your other first year subjects as a minor (20 credits).


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BA International Finance and Economics (IFE)CAO code: MH401MU Internal qualification code: BAIFE

First year Subject codes: EC1F15 (Economics)MS1F15 (Mathematical Studies)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:FN2TSM (Finance, Single Major)FN2LMJ (Finance, Major)

Register forEconomics (15 credits) and Mathematical Studies (15 credits)

Plus chose between Computer Science and a language, plus one other subject.


NoteBeginners in either German or Spanish must select 30 credit Beginners option.


You can progress with Finance to either of the following

Single Major Register for Finance (60 credits).

Major (Finance) with minorRegister for Finance (40 credits) Plus one of your other first year subjects (excluding Computer Science*) as a minor (20 credits).


Note*Students who have taken Computer Science in first year and who therefore do not have a language as their second subject transfer to BA International Finance and Economics (single major) in second year.

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BA Accounting and FinanceCAO code: MH403MU Internal qualification code: FNAC

First year Subject code: AC1F60

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: AC2SM




NotesStudents may opt to take a one year internship (subject to availability and departmental approval). If approved, they transfer to the BSc Accounting and Finance (FNACW) programme in year 3 (a four year degree programme).

Students on this programme are not obliged to have a third language beyond English and Irish.



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BMA: BBS/BBA Business and ManagementCAO code: MH404MU Internal qualification code: BUS

First year Subject code: MN1MSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: MN2MSM




NotesStudents may opt to take a one year internship (subject to availability and departmental approval). If approved, they transfer to the BBA Business and Management (BUSAD) programme in year 3 (a four year degree programme).

Students on this programme are not obliged to have a third language beyond English and Irish.



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INB: BBS/BBA International BusinessCAO code: MH404MU Internal qualification code: BUSINT

First year Subject code: MN1ISM





NoteStudents on this programme are not obliged to have a third language beyond English and Irish.

Available 2018–19

BBS/BBA Marketing (MKT)CAO code: MH404MU Internal qualification code: MARKT

First year Subject code: MN1KSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: MN2KSM







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BBS/BBA Equine Business (EQB)CAO code: MH404MU Internal qualification code: EQU

First year Subject code: MN1ESM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: MN2ESM




NotesStudents on this programme are not obliged to have a third language beyond English and Irish.

Students may opt to take a one year internship (subject to availability and departmental approval). If approved, they transfer to the BBA in Equine Business (EQUAD) programme in year 3 (a four year degree programme).



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BBS/BBA Business and AccountingCAO code: MH404MU Internal qualification code: BUSAC

First year Subject code: MN1ASM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: MN2ASM







BBS/BBA Entrepreneurship (ENT)CAO code: MH404MU Internal qualification code: VENM

First year Subject code: MN1VSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: MN2VSM

Register forOne single, fixed subject (60 credits)






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Law (LLB)CAO code: MH501MU Internal qualification code: LLBL

First year Subject code: LW1LSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: LW2LSM*






Note*Second year subject code determined by route into second year LLB.

Students who transfer to second year LLB from another programme will be offered either of the following subject codes:

LW2T5SM or LW2T2SM

LWA: BCL (Law and Accounting)CAO code: MH502MU Internal qualification code: LWAC

First year Subject codes: LW1BDM (Law)AC1LDM (Accounting)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:LW2DM (Law)AC2LDM (Accounting)

Register forLaw (30 credits) and Accounting (30 credits).




Register forLaw (30 credits) and Accounting (30 credits)


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LWB: BCL (Law and Business)CAO code: MH502MU Internal qualification code: LWB

First year Subject codes: LW1BDM (Law)MN1LDM (Business)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:LW2DM (Law)MN2LDM (Business)

Register forLaw (30 credits) and Business (30 credits).




Register forLaw (30 credits) and Business (30 credits)


LWC: BCL (Law and Criminology)CAO code: MH502MU Internal qualification code: CRIM

First year Subject codes: LW1F30 (Law)LW1CF15 (Criminology)


Register forLaw (30 credits), Criminology (15 credits)




Available 2018–19

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LWD: BCL (Law and Arts)CAO code: MH502MU Internal qualification code: LWA

First year Subject code: LW1F30 (Law)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes: LW2DM (Law, Double major)LW2MJ (Law, Major*)

Register forLaw (30 credits)

Plus one/two other timetable compatible Arts subjects (see page 8).




You can progress with Law and Arts to either of the following:

Double Major: Register for Law (30 credits) Plus one of your other first year subjects.

Major (Law) with minor: Register for Law (40 credits) Plus one of your other first year subjects as a minor (20 credits).

Notes*Second year Major subject code determined by route into second year LWA.

Students who transfer into second year LWA from another programme will be offered either of the following Law Major subject codes:

LW2T2MJ or LW2T5MJ


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BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering through Arts (CSA)CAO code: MH601MU Internal qualification code: CSEA

First year Subject codes: CS1F30 (Computer Science)MS1F15 (Mathematical Studies)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:*CS2ASM or CS2SSM (Computer Sci. & Software Engineering)

Register forComputer Science (30 credits) and Mathematical Studies (15 credits)







Notes*Second year subject code determined by your route into Year 2 CSEA, i.e. if you have transferred into CSEA from another programme.

Students will have option to transfer to Arts (double major) in second year taking two of their first year subjects.

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BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development through Arts (MWA)CAO code: MH601MU Internal qualification code: SCMWA


Second year - Progression StructureSubject code:CS2MSM (Multimedia Science)








NotesStudents will have option to transfer to Arts (double major) in second year taking two of their first year subjects.

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BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering (through Science) (CSS)CAO code: MH602MU Internal qualification code: CSEN


Second year - Progression StructureSubject codes:*CS2ASM or CS2SSM (Computer Science and Software Engineering)


Plus one other timetable compatible Science subject (see page 10).






Notes*Second year subject code determined by your route into Year 2 CSEN, i.e. if you have transferred from another programme.

Students will have option to transfer to Arts (double major) in second year taking two of their first year subjects.

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BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development (through Science) (CSS)CAO code: MH602MU Internal qualification code: SCMWD


Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: CS2MSM (Multimedia Science)


Plus one other timetable compatible Science subject (see page 10).






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BSc Computational ThinkingCAO code: MH603MU Internal qualification code: COMPT

First year Subject codes: CS1TDM (Computational Thinking)MS1TDM (Mathematics)

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code:CS2TSM (Computational Thinking)

Register forComputational Thinking (30 credits) and Mathematics (30 credits)


Minimum entry requirement Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) HB1 Mathematics




NotesAdmission to second year Computational Thinking is conditional on students obtaining a mark of at least 50% or better in first year Mathematics (Pure) (MT1TDM) Examination in addition to passing CS1TDM.

Students who pass MT1TDM but fail to reach 50% may continue in second year with Mathematical Studies and Computer Science or Second Year Computer Science and Software Engineering.

Students who fail in summer may take special examinations in autumn to allow them to pass and to proceed to these alternative programmes.

BA Early Childhood (part time)CAO code: MH801MU Internal qualification code: ECED

First year Subject code: ED1FSM

Second year - Progression StructureSubject code: EC2CSM







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BA Community Studies (part time)CAO code: MH803MU Internal qualification code: COMDEG

First year Subject code: C100 (Community Studies)


Register forStudents can expect to take modules in Adult and Community Education, Anthropology, Applied Social Studies, Sociology, History and Geography.

Students will typically liaise with the Department of Adult and Community Education who will guide them on module choice and availability.


Register forStudents will typically liaise with the Department of Adult and Community Education who will guide them on module choice and availability.


BA Local Studies (part time)CAO code: MH801MU Internal qualification code: LOCDEG

First year Subject code: L100 (Local Studies)


Register forStudents can expect to take modules in History, Geography, Folklore, Archaeology, Anthropology and Sociology.

Students will typically liaise with the Department of Adult and Community Education who will guide them on module choice.


Register forStudents will typically liaise with the Department of Adult and Community Education who will guide them on module choice.


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First Arts, Kilkenny CampusCAO code: MH901MU Internal qualification code: ARTK

First year Second year - Progression Structure

Register forFour 15-credit timetable compatible subjects from the following:

Anthropology, Economics, English, Geography, History, Law, Philosophy, Sociology, Theology*


Notes*Students selecting Theology (30 credits) should select three, not four subjects in total.

With exception of Theology, no other subject is available as a 30 credit option.

Register forDepending on your first year subject selection, you can progress with one or two subjects in the following pathways

Double MajorSingle MajorMajor with Minor


NoteStudents transfer to Maynooth University Campus in Year 2.

BAC Theology and Arts

CAO code: MU001MU Internal qualification code: TH

First year Second year - Progression Structure

Register forTheology (30 credits) with the Pontifical University, St Patrick’s College Maynooth.

Remaining 30 credits with Maynooth University, select one or two timetable compatible Arts subjects (see page 8).


Register forOne of your first year MU subjects as a double major (alongside your SPCM Theology registration)


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There are some skills that we regard as critical for a university education and that every university graduate should have. These are also skills that are highly valued by today’s employers. You will have to be able to deal with complex arguments, evaluate evidence and make balanced judgements, and communicate ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing. Because these skills are so important, both in university and beyond, we are offering a specially designed foundation course for first year students in Critical Skills.

The first year Critical Skills courses will be on offer as a 15 credit option and you can choose to take a Critical Skills course as one of your credit-bearing courses in first year. It will involve small group sessions every week, which will give you an opportunity to develop and practice these essential skills right from the outset.

For 2017–18 the course is offered in nine thematic versions and one universal version. The thematic versions develop the critical skills through the study of a specific topic. The universal Critical Skills course develops these skills through more general material, and the topics you are studying in your other subjects. The thematic Critical Skills are offered in specific timetable groups, and the universal critical skills course is available in all timetable groups. You can find out more about Critical Skills during Welcome Week and at www.maynoothuniversity.ie/criticalskills.

Section 3 Critical Skills

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The options are:

Title Timetable Group

Great Ideas that changed the Western WorldThis course develops critical skills through a study of wide-ranging philosophical ideas.

2

Globalization: Integrating WorldsThis course develops critical skills through a study of diverse aspects of our global society. Multidisciplinary in approach and including topics spanning the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences.

4

Critical Skills for Social ScienceThis course develops critical skills through promoting and developing a sense of inquiry and discovery. This course focuses on the basic skills to engage in social science discourse.

6 & 3

Exploring the Power of Language, Literature and CultureThis course introduces students to the skills necessary for exploring language as a system and its use in examples of film, literature, and culture.

7

Social Analysis of Everyday LifeThis course develops critical skills through engagement, analysis, and reflection upon current political, economic, and social issues – such as sustainability and social justice.

n/a

Culture and Representation This course develops critical skills through engaging with different media formats in order to explore culture and cultural difference, with a special emphasis on anthropological research.

1

Books, Reading, and Writing in Medieval IrelandThis course develops critical skills through exploring the history of reading and writing in medieval and early modern Ireland. Topics utilized to develop these skills include reading medieval manuscripts, writing technology and the development of printing.

5

Uncovering Scientific EvidenceThis course uses science to explore and develop writing, research, and public speaking skills.

5

Creative Thinking & Problem SolvingCreativity makes novel, original and appropriate connections and brings new ideas into the world. This course will build two things for you - your creative competence (your ability to generate novel ideas and solutions) and your creative confidence.

3

Universal Critical Skills (University Learning and Beyond)This course develops critical skills through work on material you are studying in your other subjects. This option is suitable for students of all disciplines.

Available in all timetable groups.

Please note that thematic options may be subject to timetable and space constraints

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Section 4 International – study abroad options

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With some programmes, there is also the option of studying abroad as part of your degree. This will extend the duration of your programme by one year. You complete two years at Maynooth, study abroad at one of our partner universities in third year and return to Maynooth to complete your programme. You don’t need to decide right now if you would like to take an International option – you can make your mind up in second year.

Maynooth University has nearly 200 partner universities in 36 countries across four continents. You can choose to study in another European country through the Erasmus + programme or you can take the Study Abroad option and study at a partner university outside Europe. Our partner universities include Boston College, University of Miami, University of Toronto, University of Notre Dame (Australia), Nanyang Technological University, LMU Munich, ESC Rennes, University of Vienna, and University of Sao Paolo, to name but a few.

Studying abroad has positive effects on students’ personal and educational development, and students who study abroad enjoy enhanced graduate employment prospects. Employers highly value the transferable skills gained by students during their time abroad, including international experience, adaptability, problem-solving skills, networking and communication, language skills, confidence, curiosity and openness.

You do not need to speak a foreign language to be able to study abroad. Approximately 50% of Maynooth students studying abroad do so through the medium of English in countries where English is not the first language. Depending on which subject(s) you take on your Arts degree, some partner universities may be more suitable for you than others.

When you study abroad at one of MU’s partner universities on an exchange programme, you do not have to pay any tuition fees to your host university, though you may be required to pay a small registration or student service fee. You will continue to pay your usual registration fees to MU and you will still need to register online with MU (as normal).

You will be invited to apply for study abroad opportunities early in second year. The International Office holds a Study Abroad fair every year in November where you can talk to Maynooth students who have studied abroad and also international students from our partner universities who are studying at Maynooth. The International Office will support you through the application process and help you on your way to your international year abroad.

Studying abroad is enjoyable and challenging. It is a great way to enrich your educational and personal experience, expand your knowledge and intercultural awareness and increase your future employment opportunities. If you can, take this opportunity! Find more information at www.maynoothuniversity.ie/international/going-abroad-maynooth

https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/international/going-abroad-maynooth

https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/international/going-abroad-maynooth

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Section 5 Programme Advisory Office

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The Programme Advisory Office is there to advise you on any choices you have to make related to your programme. So if you are not sure what to do, please come and talk to us.

We will provide a briefing during Welcome Week, which may help answer some of your questions. Last year, we helped hundreds of students with questions like these:

How do the Arts timetable groups work?

Is it possible for me to take a particular combination of subjects?

I hope to transfer into a Year 2 denominated programme next year; what subjects do I need to take?

I have changed my mind about a subject; what should I do now?

Amending your subject choiceAt the beginning of the academic year, you will have up to four weeks to change your mind about your subjects. However, we do not recommend that you leave it until week 4 to make up your mind about your subjects as you will have missed a lot of content and possibly even some course work. Please speak to a member of the Programme Advisory Team if you have any questions about changing your subjects after registration.

At the beginning of the second semester, you will have a second opportunity to amend your subject registration. The Programme Advisor discusses all semester two subject change requests with students to ensure that you make a fully informed decision. You will receive an email before the Christmas break with information about the semester two subject change process.

How to get in touch with the Programme Advisory OfficeWe really want to hear from students so please get in touch with any programme choice related questions you may have via

E [email protected] P 01 474 7428

In personAt the beginning of term, we operate a drop-in service for students between 10am and 4pm, Monday to Friday in Rowan House on the north campus of the University.

After week 5, students can book a one-to-one appointment with the Programme Advisor via our website: www.maynoothuniversity.ie/programme-advisory-office

Year 2 Information Days for first yearsTowards the end of your first year, the Programme Advisory Officer will brief current first year students again about your programme options and choices for second year. This will help you prepare for your transition into second year. These information sessions will provide details of our flexible pathways, Electives and other opportunities to shape your degree the way you want it. The Year 2 Information Days will be advertised in semester two.

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/programme-advisory-office

http://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/programme-advisory-office

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Section 6 Other useful information

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Course FinderOur online Course Finder tool is an excellent resource and should be used consistently by you when researching overall programme information, detail on subjects, modules, assessments, and learning outcomes. You can also use it to see module and subject options that may lie ahead once you progress from first year. Access to Course Finder is from the main University website, Click ‘For current students’, click ‘Course Finder’ or by clicking www.maynoothuniversity.ie/ourcourses.

Your DepartmentsEach department has an individual website which lists its location on campus, all contact details and the office hours of lecturing staff and the administration office. To access department websites, go to the Maynooth University homepage, click ‘Departments’ and navigate to your chosen department.

RegistryRegistry within Maynooth University includes the Student Records Office and Registration Office and the Examinations and Timetabling Office. Registry is located on the south campus in Humanity House. The offices are open for student enquiries between 09.30–13.00 and 14.00–17.00, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays). Check the Registry website for contact details of each office www.maynoothuniversity/registry

Other Administration OfficesOther administration offices that you may wish to consult during your studies in Maynooth include the Admissions Office, the Graduation Office, the International Office, Academic Advisory, the Centre for Teaching and Learning, Student Fees & Grants and Student Services. Full contact details of these and all other offices within the University are on the main website at www.maynoothuniversity.ie

http://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/ourcourses

http://www.maynoothuniversity/registry

http://www.maynoothuniversity.ie

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