Dundalk Institute of Technology International Student Guide by Study Metro

1. Dundalk Institute of Technology
Dublin Road
Dundalk
Co. Louth
Ireland A91 K584
www.dkit.ie/international T: +353 (0)42 937 0200 E: international@dkit.ie
Ms. Zhi Hui Fong -
Malaysia
“I studied the Bachelor Degree (Level 7) in
Pharmaceutical Science and then did an add-on,
Honours Degree in Biopharmaceutical Science
(Level 8) at DkIT, and graduated with 1st-class
Honours. I am now doing Doctoral studies in
the field of Physiology at the DkIT’s prestigious
designated Smooth Muscle Research Centre
on-campus. The quality of the programmes in
DkIT is high and Dundalk Town is a good student
town, compact and convenient, with everything
you need on the doorstep, and Irish people are
so friendly! you need on the doorstep, and Irish
people are so friendly!
Mr. Luyu Gan -
China
“I started my studies on the Summer
International Foundation Programme and went
on to do the very popular Bachelor of Honours
in Accounting and Finance Degree. Class-sizes
at DkIT are smaller than many of the traditional
universities and lecturers were so helpful and
flexible. I am now an ACCA Affiliate working for
the multinational Total Produce, in Dublin in the
financial division. Dublin in the financial division.
International
Student Stories
Applying to DkIT
To apply for any of our International Foundation, Undergraduate or Postgraduate programmes, please contact your
Education Agent or visit dkit.ie/international to complete our application form.
All completed applications forms must be emailed to international@dkit.ie along with your academic transcripts,
passport copy and IELTS transcripts (where applicable).
Scholarships
DkIT has a variety of scholarships available to international students. Scholarships differ depending on your country of
origin. To find out more about our scholarships, please visit dkit.ie/international/scholarships
Tuition Fees
The following tuition fees apply to international students at DkIT.
• Pre Sessional English Programme ¤2,000
• International Foundation Programme ¤7,250
• Undergraduate ¤9,950
• Postgraduate ¤12,000
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International Students
Mini Guide
Dundalk Institute of Technology - Ireland

2. Dundalk Institute
Of Technology
Choosing the right degree and the right college is a big decision for you,
one that will shape the rest of your life. By choosing DkIT, we promise to put your
future first.
Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) has earned a reputation as the leading higher education provider in the north
east of Ireland. Our reputation has been solidly built by providing quality educational opportunities in a broad range of
disciplines from undergraduate degree to PhD level.
This leaflet provides an overview on our Institute and the fantastic programmes and supports that we offer
international students. We welcome students from all over the world to DkIT every year and we look forward to
welcoming you too!
Good to know!
DKIT is an ACELS accredited English language training centre.
We have a state-of-the-art
sports campus at DkIT Sport,
which includes a swimming
pool, gym, a high performance
strength and conditioning
training zone and 10 indoor
sports pitches.
Many of our programmes
offer work-placements,
giving students real life work
experience.
Why Study
At DkIT?
We offer 70+ Bachelor Degree
and Masters programmes.
Our vibrant Institute community
offers you opportunities to
participate in 50+ sports and
cultural societies, a great way
to make new friends!
We have multinational
employers in the region such
as PayPal, Xerox, Heinz
and Coca Cola, amongst
others, who give students
the opportunity for fantastic
work placements and job
opportunities when they
complete their studies.
Our programmes provide
graduates with specific
discipline expertise, and the
skills required by employers
in today’s global economy,
such as problem solving,
communications skills and
critical thinking skills.
Students learn in small
groups, supported by our
highly qualified lecturers.
We offer an International
Foundation Programme,
specifically to prepare
international students for
their Bachelor study.
Postgraduate
Opportunities
Postgraduate
Research Opportunities
We have a range of taught postgraduate opportunities available to students and we are actively growing our portfolio
of postgraduate programmes.
DkIT-DCU Graduate School
DkIT has a strategic alliance with Dublin City University (DCU) which supports both institutes’ ambitious research
agenda and ensures greater access and progression opportunities for students seeking to pursue postgraduate
studies.
DkIT is a leading Institute of Technology in Ireland in its
prioritised research areas of:
• Health and Ageing
• Renewable Energy and Environment
• Software Technology
• Entrepreneurship
• Music and Creative Arts
We offer a variety of exciting postgraduate research
opportunities at doctoral and masters level. Often research
opportunities are offered in conjunction with one of our 6
on-campus research centres.
To find out more about the opportunities in this area, please
visit dkit.ie/postgraduateresearch
Agriculture, Food & Animal Health
Course Level Duration
MSc in Agricultural Biotechnology 9 1 Year
Nursing, Midwifery & Early Years
Course Level Duration
Masters for Nurses 9 1 Year
Masters for Midwives 9 1 Year
Computing
Course Level Duration
MSc Computing 9 15 Months
MSc Data Analytics 9 1 Year
Music
Course Level Duration
MA in Traditional Music Studies 9 1 Year
MA in Music Technology 9 18 Months
Business
Course Level Duration
MBS in Entrepreneurship & Marketing 9 1 Year
MSc in Management 9 1 Year
Engineering
Course Level Duration
MSc in Renewable Energy Systems 9 1 Year
MEng in Electrical Engineering 9 1 Year
MEng in Mechanical Engineering 9 1 Year
School of Engineering
School of Informatics
& Creative Arts
School of Business
& Humanities
School of Health
& Science

3. Your Student
Experience
World-class campus
DkIT has a state-of-the-art campus with facilities across
its 4 academic schools of Business & Humanities,
Engineering, Health & Science and Informatics &
Creative Arts. In 2018, the Institute received ¤18.5
million investment to transform its existing science and
engineering facilities into a STEM centre of excellence for
the region.
Accommodation for international students
Accommodation in the Dundalk area is approximately 50%
cheaper than the Dublin region. There are a variety of
accommodation options available to international students,
including hall-of-residence accommodation, private house rental and family homestays. DkIT has a dedicated
accommodation officer for international students to support incoming students with accommodation search and related
issues during their time at DkIT. Contact international@dkit.ie for more information.
International Student Support
We have a dedicated International Office which supports international students from application stage, right through to
graduation. Visit dkit.ie/international for more information or contact international@dkit.ie.
Student Services
We provide a variety of important supports to students
during your college experience to help you get the
most out of your education. Supports include Careers &
Employability Guidance, Counselling Service, Medical
Unit, Chaplaincy Service and Disability Supports. Visit
dkit.ie/student-services for more information.
Learning Supports
DkIT has a range of learning supports available to all
students aimed at helping you get the best possible result
from your time with us. Our Student Learning Centre,
Library and IT Learning Centres provides useful supports
in IT, mathematics, academic writing and much more.
Visit dkit.ie/learning-supports for more information.
Sports & Societies
Our Sports & Societies office runs over 50 student-led clubs and societies. Whether you want to pursue an existing
interest or try something completely new, there is something for everyone. From football to politics, photography to
horse-riding, dance to fashion, and even circus arts. Visit dkit.ie/sports-and-societies for more information.
Flexible Learning Pathways
For International Students
*International Foundation Programme (IFP)
The International Foundation programmes prepare international students for direct entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree at DkIT. The DkIT IFP has been
developed to help students who have completed their secondary school education and need language and/or academic preparation, to prepare them for Bachelor study.
**Direct Entry
Students who have adequate high school grades and an IELTS score of 5.5/6.0 can obtain direct entry into the first year of their ordinary/honours degree.
***Advanced Entry
Students who have completed some studies at university and have an IELTS score of 6.0 can obtain advanced entry into the relevant year of their ordinary/honours
degree.
International Foundation
Programme (IFP)*
Pre Sessional
English
Programme
Undergraduate
Direct Entry**
IELTS Entry
Requirements
IELTS
4.5
IELTS
5.0
IELTS Level
Needed
What’s Covered
English & Subject
Specific Modules
English
Start Dates
Sept - June
or Jan - Aug
Start Dates
Jan &
Late May
Potential
Progression onto
1 Academic
Year
Duration
1
Semester
Duration
Level 6
Certificate
End Qualification
Level
Level 6 Special
Purpose Award
1st Year of Under-
Graduate Degree
Progression
onto
Relevant year of
undergraduate,
or postgraduate degree
Higher
Certificate
IELTS
4.5
September 2 Years
Undergraduate
Ordinary Degree
Honours
Degree
IELTS
6.0
September
3 - 4
Years
Masters/PhD /
Employment
Undergraduate
Advanced Entry***
IELTS
6.0
September
Depending on
year of entry
Masters/PhD /
Employment
IELTS
6.5
September/
January
Postgraduate
(Taught & by Research)
Depends on
programme/ area of
research
Employment
Ordinary Degree
IELTS
5.5
September
3
Years
Undergraduate
Honours Degree/
Employment
Remain in Ireland after Graduation
International students can remain in Ireland after completing their
degree to work or seek employment. The period of time allowed is:
• Honours Degree, (Level 8) - 12 months
• Masters Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, PhD (Doctorate) (Level
9/10) - 24 months
The levels are:
• Level 1 Certificate (NFQ Level 1)
• Level 2 Certificate (NFQ Level 2)
• Level 3 Certificate (NFQ Level 3)
• Level 4 Certificate (NFQ Level 4)
• Level 5 Certificate (NFQ Level 5)
• Higher Certificate (NFQ Level 6)
• Ordinary Bachelor Degree (NFQ Level 7)
• Honours Bachelor Degree (NFQ Level 8)
• Masters Degree (NFQ Level 9)
• Doctoral Degree (NFQ Level 10)
Qulification Levels In Ireland
Education Qualifications in Ireland have 10 levels.
(these 10 levels are called the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ))

4. Dundalk
Dublin
Belfast
Mourne
Mountains
Carlingford
Lough
Ireland U.K.
Some of the many countries our DkIT international
students are from:
Brazil // China // Denmark // Estonia // Finland // France //
Germany // India // Indonesia // Japan // Korea // Lithuania
// Malaysia // Nepal // Nigeria // Norway // Oman // Spain //
Sweden // Portugal // Saudi Arabia // Vietnam // U.S.A
Why choose
Ireland?
• Study in one of the best education systems in
the world for higher education achievements
• Access world-class research opportunities in
world-leading programmes
• Live in one of Europe’s only English speaking
countries
• Connect with career opportunities with leading
global companies located in Ireland
• Achieve your ambitions in Europe’s most
entrepreneurial country
• Join the community of 35,000 international
students from 161 countries enjoying Ireland’s
vibrant culture
• Experience living in one of the friendliest and
safest countries in the world
• We are located in Dundalk, Co. Louth, which is in the north east of
Ireland.
• The DkIT campus is a 36 hectares site and we are positioned
halfway between the two largest cities on the island of Ireland,
Belfast and Dublin, (each approximately 80 kilometres away).
• Dundalk is served by the Dublin-Belfast train corridor (Dundalk’s
central train Station is approximately a 20 minute walk from the
campus).
• DkIT campus is around 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of town.
• Less than 45 min drive to Dublin Airport
• 1 hour by road or rail from Dublin or Belfast
• Access via ferries, trains and buses.
Our Campus
& Location
Undergraduate
Programmes
School of Engineering
School of Informatics
& Creative Arts
School of Business
& Humanities
School of Health
& Science
Nursing, Midwifery
& Early Years
Course Level Duration
BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies 8 4 Years
Life & Health Sciences
Course Level Duration
BSC (Hons) in Science (Award Options: Environmental Bioscience
OR Biopharmaceutical Science) 8 4 Years
BSc (Hons) in Health & Physical Activity 8 4 Years
BSc in Pharmaceutical Science 7 3 Years
BSc in Applied Bioscience 7 3 Years
BSc (Hons) in Biopharmaceutical Science (add-on) 8 1 Year
Agriculture, Food
& Animal Health
Course Level Duration
BSc (Hons) in Agriculture (Common Entry)
(Award Options: Agriculture OR Agri-Food Production) 8 4 Years
BSc in Veterinary Nursing 7 3 Years
BSc (Hons) in Sustainable Agriculture (add-on) 8 1 Year
BSc ( Hons) Food & Agri-business (add-on) 8 1 Year
Computing
Course Level Duration
BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Web Development 8 4 Years
BSc (Hons) in Computing 8 4 Years
BSc (Hons) in Computing in Games Development 8 4 Years
BSc in Computing 7 3 Years
Higher Certificate in Science in Computing and Business 6 2 Years
BSc (Hons) in Computing in Cloud and
Data Centre Operations (add-on) 8 1 Year
BSc (Hons) in Computing in Cloud Computing (add-on) 8 1 Year
Higher Diploma in Computing 8 1 Year
Higher Diploma in Science in Augmented & Virtual Reality 8 1 Year
Higher Diploma in Science in 3D Computer Animation 8 1 Year
Creative Media
Course Level Duration
BA (Hons) in Film & Television Production 8 4 Years
BA (Hons) in Communications in Creative Media 8 4 Years
BA in Theatre & Film Practice 7 3 Years
BA in Media Arts & Technologies 7 3 Years
Music
Course Level Duration
BA (Hons) in the Production of Music and Audio 8 4 Years
BA (Hons) in Applied Music 8 4 Years
Business
Course Level Duration
BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance 8 3 Years
Bachelor of Business (BB) (Hons) 8 3 Years
BB in Business & Management 7 3 Years
BA in Digital Marketing, Communications & PR 7 3 Years
BB in Business & Technology 7 3 Years
BBs (Hons) Add On 8 1 Year
BBs (Hons) in Digital & International Business (add-on) 8 1 Year
BA (Hons) in Public Relations (add-on) 8 1 Year
BA (Hons) in Global Marketing (add-on) 8 1 Year
Higher Diploma in Business & Marketing 8 1 Year
Humanities
Course Level Duration
BA (Hons) in Social Care 8 4 Years
BA (Hons) in Digital Humanities 8 3 Years
BA in Community Youth Work 7 3 Years
BA in Sport, Excerise and Enterprise 7 3 Years
BA (Hons) in Sport, Excerise with Enterprise (add-on) 8 1 Year
BA (Hons) in Youth Work (add-on) 8 1 Year
International Foundation Programme 6 1 Year
Pre Sessional English Programme 6 3 Months
Hospitality
Course Level Duration
BA in Culinary Arts 7 3 Years
BA in Event Management 7 3 Years
BA in Hospitality Management 7 3 Years
Higher Certificate in Arts in Hospitality Studies 6 2 Years
Higher Certificate in Arts in Front Office Management
and Business Administration 6 2 Years
Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts 6 2 Years
BA (Hons) in Culinary Enterprise (add-on) 8 1 Year
BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management (add-on) 8 1 Year
BA (Hons) in Event Management (add-on) 8 1 Year
Engineering
Course Level Duration
BEng (Hons) in Engineering (Common Entry)
(Award Options: Mechanical Engineering
OR Electrical Electronic Systems
OR Civil Engineering) 8 4 Years
BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying 8 4 Years
BSc (Hons) in Construction Management 8 4 Years
BSc (Hons) in Architectural Technology 8 4 Years
BEng in Civil Engineering 7 3 Years
BEng in Mechanical Engineering 7 3 Years
BEng in Electrical and Electronic Systems 7 3 Years
BSc in Construction Management 7 3 Years
BSc in Architectural Technology 7 3 Years
BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering (add-on) 8 1 Year
BSc (Hons) in Engineering Entrepreneurship (add-on) 8 1 Year
BEng (Hons) in Sustainable Design Engineering (add-on) 8 1 Year
BSc (Hons) in Construction Project Management (add-on)8 1 Year

5. MSc in
Computing
Dundalk Institute
Of Technology
Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) is the leading higher
education institute in the north
east of Ireland and has earned an international reputation for
first-class teaching and learning.
Set in a state-of-the-art campus in Dundalk, County Louth (just
one hour’s drive from the
major cities of Dublin and Belfast), DkIT provides quality
education and training opportunities to approximately 5,200
students across its four Academic Schools of Business &
Humanities, Engineering, Health & Science and Informatics &
Creative Arts. DkIT currently offers more than 70 programmes
at Undergraduate and Masters level and also offers
opportunities at PhD.
We are proud of our diverse campus and DkIT currently has
more than 700 international
students from 25+ countries. To find out more about
international study opportunities at DkIT, please visit dkit.ie/
international or contact international@dkit.ie.
All Enquires
DkIT International Office
T. +353-0429370350 ext. 2350
E. international@dkit.ie
W. dkit.ie/international
dkit.ie/msc-in-computing
Entry Requirements:
• Applicants should hold an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in
Computing or a related field of study plus an approved
Portfolio of relevant work presented at interview.
• In the case of competition for places selection will be made
on the basis of primary degree results and/or interview.
Career Opportunities
The MSc in Computing will provide you with the skills and
knowledge to develop your interests in an IT career. Typical
career paths include software engineering, software design,
systems support engineer, software engineering researcher,
and project management.
Advanced interaction design and evaluation, analysis and
visualisation of data from medical sensor devices and
pervasive systems, and advanced computational techniques
are extensively covered opening a vast range of industrial and
research based employment opportunities.
Fees
Postgraduate fees for international students are €12,000
Scholarships
DkIT has a variety of scholarships available to international
students. Scholarships differ depending on your country of
origin. To find out more about our scholarships, please visit
dkit.ie/international/scholarships
How to Apply
To apply for any of our Postgraduate programmes, please
contact your Education Agent or visit dkit.ie/international to
complete our application form.
All completed applications forms must be emailed to
international@dkit.ie along with your academic transcripts,
passport copy and IELTS transcripts (where applicable).
School of Informatics
& Creative Arts

6. Lavel: Masters of Science
Duration: Full time: 1 Year /
Part-time: 2 Years
Start Date: Late January
About this Programme
The Masters of Science (MSc) in Computing is a one year
taught course which allows the student to study the framework
of computer science from a theoretical point of view and apply
this knowledge to the development of industrial software in
a research led dissertation. Focus here is on ensuring that
the student has the appropriate mathematical foundations
and programming to develop cutting edge skills for practical
application.
Communication skills and research are key skills embraced
here as students enhance their knowledge through research
led dissertation, student presentations and group work.
Armed with an MSc in Computer Science from DkIT, the
graduate can expect to directly obtain jobs in the tech industry
or, alternatively, would be in a position to advance to PhD
level. Find details of the course structure can be found below.
Graduates of this programme will be capable of:
• Designing, managing and developing complex quality-
assured software systems
• Identifying computing problems that require further
research and developing research strategies for the
investigation of these problems
• Analysing and critically evaluating emerging technologies
and trends in the computing industry from a business
opportunity perspective
• Taking responsibility for the work of individuals and
groups, and behave developed a high level of competence
in initiating, leading and managing technology projects and
processes
Course Structure
Starting in late January the programme runs on both a full-time
and part-time basis. An attractive feature of the programme is
that due to its modular nature, students will be able to register
for individual modules and get single subject certification for
each module completed.
In full-time mode: students will take four taught modules in
each of two 15-week semesters. The Research Project will
subsequently be completed within three months.
In part-time mode: students will take two taught modules in
each of four 15-week semesters. The Research Project will
subsequently be completed within three to six months. The
part-time course will be, where possible, delivered in manner
that facilitates people in full-time employment.
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information
available at the time of publication. Modules may be subject to
teaching availability and/or student demand.
Stage 1 / Semester 1:
• Software Process Management
• Software Design and Validation
• Computer Science ( Part 1 of 2 )
• Elective (students will select one elective) from
• Medical Device Software ( Part 1 of 2 )
• Pervasive & Mobile Computing ( Part 1 of 2 )
Stage 1 / Semester 2
• Research Methods and Innovation
• Human Computer Interaction
• Computer Science ( Part 2 of 2 )
• Elective (continuation of elective selected in
semester1)
• Medical Device Software ( Part 2 of 2 )
• Pervasive & Mobile Computing ( Part 2 of 2 )
Stage 1 / Semester 3 (Mandatory)
• Research Project
Masters of Science (MSc)
in Computing