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MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY KNOW NO BOUNDS UNDERGRADUATE HANDBOOK 2020
CONTENTS
WELCOME TO MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY
FIND YOUR DEGREE 2
FÁILTE AN UACHTARÁIN | PRESIDENT'S WELCOME 7
WHY CHOOSE MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY? 8
YOUR MAYNOOTH EDUCATION 10
OUR ALUMNI 12
WIDENING PARTICIPATION AT MAYNOOTH 14
SUPPORTS FOR OUR STUDENTS 16
AN GHAEILGE SAN OLLSCOIL | IRISH IN THE UNIVERSITY 18
RESEARCH AT MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY 20
IRELAND'S ONLY UNIVERSITY TOWN 22
MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY CAMPUS 24
MAYNOOTH STUDENTS' UNION (MSU) 26
SCHOLARSHIPS AT MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY 28
AN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY 32
COMMUTING TO MAYNOOTH 34
QUESTIONS ABOUT NAVIGATE OUR DEGREES BY CAO CODE 4
STUDYING AT
NAVIGATE OUR DEGREES BY AREA OF INTEREST
BROAD-BASED DEGREES
MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY?
THE MAYNOOTH BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE 36
THE MAYNOOTH BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE 116
SPECIALISED DEGREES
CHAT WITH US NOW BUSINESS, ECONOMICS, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
Specialised Degrees
COMPUTER SCIENCE Specialised Degrees
130
144
EDUCATION Specialised Degrees 152
WWW.MAYNOOTHUNIVERSITY.IE/LEVEL8 ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING Specialised Degrees 160
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Specialised Degrees 166
LAW Specialised Degrees 178
SCIENCE Specialised Degrees 186
APPLYING TO MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY
MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY CAO HANDBOOK ENTRY 2020 202
LEAVING CERTIFICATE APPLICANTS 205
APPLICANTS REQUIRING EXTRA SUPPORTS 206
MATURE STUDENT APPLICANTS 208
QQI (FURTHER EDUCATION) APPLICANTS 210
BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA APPLICANTS 213
UK, EU & INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS 214
DEFERRING, TRANSFERRING & OCCASIONAL STUDENTS 216
PLAN YOUR ACADEMIC YEAR 2020-2021 217
LEAVING CERTIFICATE MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 218
ALERT LIST & IMPORTANT DATES 221
FEES & GRANTS 223
POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY 224
NUI CERTIFICATES & DIPLOMAS 226
GLOSSARY OF TERMS 227
USEFUL CONTACTS 229
NOTES PAGE 230
CAMPUS MAP 232
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Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2020
AREA OF INTEREST
OUR TWO BROAD-BASED DEGREES: BACHELOR OF ARTS MH101 & BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MH201 OUR SPECIALISED DEGREES: section 3 to section 9
THE MAYNOOTH BACHELOR OF ARTS Degree section 1 THE MAYNOOTH BACHELOR OF ARTS Degree section 1 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS, FINANCE AND section 3 HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES section 7
MH101 BA OVERVIEW 38 Music Technology MH101 100
ACCOUNTING Specialised Degrees Specialised Degrees
Overview 130 Overview 166
Bachelor of Arts Subjects Old Irish and Celtic Languages MH101 102
BA Finance MH401 FIN 132 BMus Bachelor of Music MH103 168
Accounting MH101 42 Philosophy MH101 104
BA International Finance and Economics MH401 IFE 133 Music & Music Technology also available in the
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 3 Also available in specialised degrees - see section 4 Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1
Finance & Economics also available in the Bachelor
Anthropology MH101 44 Also available in BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics BA Psychology MH106 169
of Arts degree - see section 1
Business (International) MH101 46 Politics MH101 106 Also available as a Bachelor of Science degree
BSc Quantitative Finance MH402 134
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 3 Also available in BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics - see section 9
BA Accounting and Finance MH403 135
Business (Management) MH101 48 Psychological Studies MH101 108 Psychological Studies available in the Bachelor
Accounting & Finance also available in the Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 3 Psychology available in specialised degrees of Arts degree - see section 1
Business (Marketing) MH101 50 - see section 7 and section 9 BSocSc Bachelor of Social Science MH107 170
BBS/BBA Business and Management MH404 BMA 136
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 3 Sociology MH101 110 BA Media Studies MH109 171
BBS/BBA International Business MH404 INB 137
Chinese Studies MH101 52 Also available in specialised degree MH107 - see section 7 Media & Cultural Studies also available in the
BBS/BBA Marketing MH404 MKT 138 Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1
Computer Science MH101 54 Spanish MH101 112
Business (International), Business (Management) & Business (Marketing) BSocSc Community and Youth Work (full-time) MH116 172
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 4 Statistics MH101 114 also available as subjects in the Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1
Also available in the Bachelor of Science degree BSc Product Design MH305 173
Also available in the Bachelor of Science degree - see section 2 BBS/BBA Equine Business MH405 139
- see section 2 BSocSc Community and Youth Work (part-time) MH802 174
Also available in specialised degrees: MH207 BSc Data Science p. 192 BBS/BBA Business and Accounting MH407 140
Criminology MH101 56 and MH402 BSc Quantitative Finance p. 134 BA Community Studies (part-time, mature only) MH803 BCS 175
Accounting, Business (International), Business
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 8 BA Local Studies (part-time, mature only) MH803 BLS 176
(Management) & Business (Marketing) also available as
Economics MH101 58 subjects in the Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1 BA Theology & Arts* MU001 -
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 3 THE MAYNOOTH BACHELOR section 2 BBS/BBA Entrepreneurship MH411 141 *This is a joint degree provided by St Patrick's College, Maynooth
Also available in BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics OF SCIENCE DEGREE BCL (Law and Accounting) MH502 LWA 142 (SPCM) and Maynooth University. Further information about this
English MH101 60 degree is available from SPCM. See www.maynoothcollege.ie for
MH201 BSc OVERVIEW 118 BCL (Law and Business) MH502 LWB 143
European Studies MH101 62 further details.
Accounting, Business (International), Business (Management),
Bachelor of SCIENCE SUBJECTS
Finance MH101 64 Business (Marketing) & Law also available as subjects in the
Biology MH201 120 Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 3
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 9 LAW SPECIALISED DEGREES SECTION 8
French MH101 66
Chemistry MH201 121 Overview 178
Gaeilge | Nua-Ghaeilge (Modern Irish) MH101 68 Also available in specialised degrees - see section 9 COMPUTER SCIENCE Specialised Degrees SECTION 4 LLB (Law) MH501 180
Geography MH101 72 Computer Science MH201 122 Overview 144 BCL (Law and Accounting) MH502 LWA 181
Also available in the BSc Biological and Geographical Also available in specialised degrees - see section 4 BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering MH601 CSA 146
Sciences - see section 9 BCL (Law and Business) MH502 LWB 182
Also available in the Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1 (through Arts)
German MH101 74 BCL (Law and Criminology) MH502 LWC 183
Data Science MH201 123 BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering MH602 CSS 148
Greek MH101 76 (through Science) BCL (Law and Arts) MH502 LWD 184
Also available in specialised degrees: MH207 BSc
Greek and Roman Civilization MH101 78 Data Science p. 192 and MH402 BSc Quantitative Accounting, Business (International), Business
Computer Science also available in the Bachelor of Arts degree
Finance p. 134 (Management), Business (Marketing), Criminology &
History MH101 80 - see section 1 and Bachelor of Science degree - see section 2
Law also available as subjects in the Bachelor of Arts
International Development MH101 82 Engineering Science MH201 124 BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development MH601 MWA 147 degree - see section 1
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 6 (through Arts)
Latin MH101 84
Experimental Physics MH201 125 BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development MH602 MWS 149
Law MH101 86
(through Science)
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 8 Also available in specialised degrees - see section 9 SCIENCE Specialised Degrees SECTION 9
Mathematical Physics MH201 126 BSc Computational Thinking MH603 150
Mathematical Physics MH101 88 Overview 186
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 9
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 2 BSc Biotechnology MH202 188
Mathematics MH201 127
and section 9
Also available in specialised degrees - see section 9
EDUCATION SPECIALISED DEGREES SECTION 5 BSc Biological and Geographical Sciences MH203 189
Mathematical Studies MH101 90 152 BSc Physics with Astrophysics MH204 190
Mathematics (Pure) and Mathematical Studies Overview
Mathematics (Pure) MH101 92 available in the Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1 BSc Theoretical Physics and Mathematics MH206 191
B Ed Bachelor of Education - Froebel Primary Teaching MH001 154
Also available in the Bachelor of Science degree Statistics MH201 128 BSc Data Science MH207 192
B Ed Bachelor of Education - Froebel Primary MH002 154
- see section 2 and section 9 Teaching (Gaeltacht Applicants) BSc Biological and Biomedical Sciences MH208 193
Also available in the Bachelor of Arts degree - see section 1
Media & Cultural Studies MH101 94 BSc Science (with Education) MH212 SED 155 BSc Psychology (through Science) MH209 194
Also available in specialised degrees: MH207 BSc Data Science p. 192
Medieval Celtic Studies MH101 96 and MH402 BSc Quantitative Finance p. 134 BSc Mathematics and Computer Science MH212 MCS 156 Psychology also available as a specialised Bachelor
Music MH101 98 (with Education) of Arts degree MH106 - see section 7
Also available in specialised degree - see section 7 BSc Mathematics (with Education) MH212 MED 157 Psychological Studies available in the Bachelor
of Arts degree - see section 1
BA Early Childhood - Teaching and Learning (part-time) MH801 158
BSc Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry MH210 195
BSc Science (with Education) MH212 SED 196
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING section 6 BSc Mathematics and Computer Science MH212 MCS 197
Specialised Degrees (with Education)
BSc Mathematics (with Education) MH212 MED 198
Overview 160
BE Bachelor of Electronic Engineering MH304 162
Engineering Science available in the Bachelor
of Science degree - see section 2
BSc Robotics and Intelligent Devices MH306 164
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DEGREES BY CAO CODE
Code Course PAGE
MH001 BEd Bachelor of Education - Froebel Primary Teaching 154
MH002 BEd Bachelor of Education - Froebel Primary Teaching 154
MH101 The Maynooth Bachelor of Arts Degree 36
MH103 BMus Bachelor of Music 168
MH106 BA Psychology 169
MH107 BSocSc Bachelor of Social Science 170
MH109 BA Media Studies 171
MH116 BSocSc Community and Youth Work (full-time) 172
MH201 The Maynooth Bachelor of Science Degree 116
MH202 BSc Biotechnology 188
MH203 BSc Biological and Geographical Sciences 189
MH204 BSc Physics with Astrophysics 190
MH206 BSc Theoretical Physics and Mathematics 191
MH207 BSc Data Science 192
MH208 BSc Biological and Biomedical Sciences 193
MH209 BSc Psychology (through Science) 194
MH210 BSc Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry 195
MH212 SED BSc Science (with Education) 155
MH212 MCS BSc Mathematics and Computer Science (with Education) 156
MH212 MED BSc Mathematics (with Education) 157
MH304 BE Bachelor of Electronic Engineering 162
MH305 BSc Product Design 173
MH306 BSc Robotics and Intelligent Devices 164
MH401 FIN BA Finance 132
MH401 IFE BA International Finance and Economics 133
MH402 BSc Quantitative Finance 134
MH403 BA Accounting and Finance 135
MH404 BMA BBS/BBA Business and Management 136
MH404 INB BBS/BBA International Business 137
MH404 MKT BBS/BBA Marketing 138
MH405 BBS/BBA Equine Business 139
MH407 BBS/BBA Business and Accounting 140
MH411 BBS/BBA Entrepreneurship 141
MH501 Law (LLB) 180
MH502 LWA BCL (Law and Accounting) 181
MH502 LWB BCL (Law and Business) 182
MH502 LWC BCL (Law and Criminology) 183
MH502 LWD BCL (Law and Arts) 184
MH601 CSA BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering (through Arts) 146
MH601 MWA BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development (through Arts) 147
MH602 CSS BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering (through Science) 148
MH602 MWS BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development (through Science) 149
MH603 BSc Computational Thinking 150
MH801 BA Early Childhood – Teaching and Learning (part-time) 158
MH802 BSocSc Community and Youth Work (part-time) 174
MH803 BCS BA Community Studies (part-time, mature only) 175
MH803 BLS BA Local Studies (part-time, mature only) 176
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FÁILTE AN UACHTARÁIN
Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2020
Maynooth
PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
University
Ranked #50
in the world Tá an-áthas orm mar Uachtarán Ollscoil Mhá Nuad go
bhfuil sé ar intinn agat staidéar a dhéanamh linn.
As President of Maynooth University I’m delighted that
you are considering studying with us.
JUNE 2019
Cuireann Ollscoil Mhá Nuad oideachas den scoth ar fáil i réimse Maynooth University offers an outstanding education in a wide range
mór ábhar agus, rud atá níos tábhachtaí, déanaimid cúram den of subjects, and even more importantly, we care about teaching and
mhúinteoireacht agus díot féin mar mhac léinn aonair. Tá an mhúinteoireacht we care about you, the individual student. Research and teaching are
agus an taighde ar chomhthábhacht, dar linn agus sin é an fáth go mbeidh an equally important to us, and therefore you will have the opportunity to
deis agat foghlaim ó thaighdeoirí agus ó scoláirí a bhfuil cáil dhomhanda learn from internationally-renowned researchers and scholars who are
orthu. Tá siad tiomanta don mhúinteoireacht agus do mhic léinn. also deeply committed to teaching and to students.
Is deis ar leith é oideachas ollscoile chun dul i mbun foghlama, an A university education is an extraordinary opportunity to learn, to refine
smaointeoireacht a bheachtú, scileanna a shealbhú agus tú féin a your thinking, to acquire skills, and to develop as a person; it provides
fhorbairt mar dhuine. Is san ollscoil a gheofar an t-eolas agus na the knowledge and skills for work, the foundation for your career and the
scileanna do phoist ar leith, agus bonn chun do ghairm féin agus an basis for a fulfilling future.
cineál saoil atá uait a thógáil air.
We want you to get the most from your university education. We want
Maynooth University is recognised as one of the leading
new universities in the world, ranked #50 in the latest Is é ár mian go mbainfidh tú an méid tairbhe is féidir as do chuid you to learn the latest thinking in your chosen subject or subjects, but
Times Higher Education (THE) ‘Young Universities’ list. oideachais ollscoile. Teastaíonn uainn go ngnóthóidh tú céim leis an eolas we also work hard to help you to develop the intellectual skills to think
agus leis na scileanna is déanaí i do rogha ábha(i)r. Tá sé den tábhacht, critically, analyse complex issues, make good decisions, communicate
This success follows on from Maynooth’s extremely strong
áfach, go bhforbróidh tú na scileanna intleachtúla chun ceisteanna casta your ideas clearly, and work well with others. Knowledge is always
performances in other recent THE rankings, including being named
a anailísiú, cinntí maithe a dhéanamh, do chuid tuairimí a chur i láthair go changing, but these skills will last a lifetime.
among the top 500 universities in the world, and being recognised as
soiléir agus obair éifeachtach a dhéanamh le daoine eile. Bíonn an t-eolas
one of the top universities for international connections and outlook. We want you to have the opportunity to broaden your interests and
ag athrú i gcónaí, ach mairfidh na scileanna seo go deireadh do shaoil.
abilities, and so we provide the opportunity to take some modules
The Times Higher Education Young University Rankings list the
Is é ár mian go mbeidh an deis agat d’ábhair suime agus do chumais a outside of your core subjects, to study abroad, or to gain practical work
world’s best universities that are 50 years old or younger. The 2019
ranking includes 351 universities. Universities are ranked according mhéadú agus mar sin, cuirimid an deis ar fail duit staidéar a dhéanamh experience.
to a range of criteria, including research income achieved; reputation ar roinnt modúl nach mbaineann le do chroí-ábhair, staidéar a dhéanamh
Finally and very importantly, you become part of a learning community,
for teaching; numbers of PhDs awarded; the number of scholarly thar lear, nó taithí phraiticiúil oibre a fháil.
where you study in a stimulating university setting, with a warm friendly
publications and their quality evidence by citations; and the
I ndeireadh na dála, tá sé ríthábhachtach go bhfoghlaimeoidh tú i suíomh atmosphere, where you can make new friends and feel at home.
numbers of international staff and students. Maynooth is ranked #50
spreagúil ollscoile, in atmaisféar cairdiúil croíúil, áit ar féidir leat cairdeas
in the world and first in Ireland. A Maynooth education allows you to develop the knowledge, skills,
a dhéanamh agus bheith ar do shuaimhneas.
intellectual agility, broad mind and ability to work with others that will
Cuirfidh an t-oideachas a bhfaighidh tú i Má Nuad ar do chumas help you to succeed in work and in life.
saineolas a chur ar do rogha ábhar agus do chuid scileanna, gastacht
We revised our undergraduate curriculum in recent years, which for
intleachta agus aigne leathan a fhorbairt, chomh maith leis an gcumas
2020 entrants means more flexibility in customising your degree to
obair éifeachtach a dhéanamh le daoine eile, rud a rachaidh chun do
your needs. The curriculum is built on the same subjects and excellent
leasa sna tréimhsí eile den saol pearsanta agus oibre atá romhat.
teaching as before, but our revised structure allows you more flexible
Tá athbhreithniú déanta againn ar ár gcuraclam fochéime le blianta beaga choices about how much of each subject you study, the option to take
anuas, rud a chiallaíonn go bhfuil tuilleadh solúbthachta ar fáil d’iontrálaithe electives in addition to your chosen subjects, and the option to take
2020 chun a gcéim féin a shaincheapadh. Is iad na hábhair chéanna additional first year modules to further develop your academic thinking
agus an sártheagasc céanna a bheidh i gceist, ach leis an struchtúr and working skills.
athcheartaithe beidh roghanna níos solúbtha agat faoin méid de gach
This flexible structure will allow you greater choices, and will allow you
ábhar is mian leat a roghnú, cúrsaí roghnacha le cois d’ábhair roghnaithe,
more opportunities to match your learning with your needs and interests.
agus modúil bhreise is féidir a dhéanamh sa chéad bhliain chun do chuid
We hope you will join us in 2020 because of the outstanding education
scileanna smaointeoireachta agus oibre acadúla a fhorbairt.
we offer, and the exciting opportunities offered by our unique curriculum.
Leis an struchtúr solúbtha seo beidh roghanna níos leithne agat, mar
aon le deiseanna breise chun do chuid foghlama a chur in oiriúint do
riachtanais agus d’ábhair spéise do shaoil féin.
Tá súil againn go roghnóidh tú teacht anseo i 2020 le leas a bhaint as
an sár-oideachas a chuirimid ar fáil, agus as na deiseanna spreagúla a
An tOllamh Pilib Ó Nualláin Professor Philip Nolan
ghabhann leis an gcuraclam uathúil seo againne.
Uachtarán, Ollscoil Mhá Nuad President, Maynooth University
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WHY CHOOSE
Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2020
MAYNOOTH
UNIVERSITY?
12,900 STUDENTs
10,755 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
2,145 POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
STUDENT CITIZENSHIP
95 COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
95% 15% of full time new undergraduate entrants have a disability
28% of students are from target socio economic groups
of MAYNOOOTH
GRADUATES are iN
EMployment or in GLOBALLY-CONNECTED UNIVERSITY
further studIES/
training Most students have an
From computer programmers to teachers,
opportunity to study abroad,
scientists to journalists, graduates from either for a full academic year,
Maynooth University pursue a wide variety of
careers. 2018 Graduate Outcomes Survey.
graduating with an international
degree, or for a semester.
With over a third of academic staff coming from abroad and many of our own
CAO MOST POPULAR academics and graduates working internationally, we have built up a wealth of
global connections.
1st CHOICE COURSE
The Maynooth Bachelor of Arts Degree MH101
has been the most popular CAO course for a
number of years, receiving most 1st preference UNIQUE FLEXIBLE CAMPUS
applications!
CURRICULUM ATMOSPHERE
Our revised curriculum, introduced Maynooth University is a place
in September 2016, offers students
4,000+
of lively contrasts – a modern
many opportunities to personalise institution, dynamic, rapidly-
their degree programme throughout growing, research-led and engaged,
CAO first preference their time with us. yet grounded in historic academic
applications in 2019 strengths and scholarly traditions.
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Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2020
EDUCATION
We are proud to have provided FLEXIBLE FIRST YEAR SECOND YEAR
generations of students with an DEGREE STRUCTURE CRITICAL SKILLS COURSES ELECTIVES
excellent education. Building on our At the start of second year, most students will have the option to avail At third level it is expected that students will develop skills that will not An Elective is a great way to enhance your degree by enabling you to
proud past, we are constantly adapting of the University’s flexible pathways structure. These flexible pathways only enable them to successfully negotiate their university experience develop new skills and knowledge that will complement your chosen
programme. Electives allow you to expand your university education by
what and how we teach to better equip allow students to choose how they will study their chosen subjects for but which will also help them in other areas of their lives.
providing the opportunity to study an area outside your chosen degree
the remainder of their degree. The various pathways create significant
you for the many opportunities and flexibility within your programme of study. A range of options will mostly
Our 15 credit Critical Skills courses are designed to develop these skills
programme. An Elective is 10 credits and so would make up 1/6 of your
early in our students’ university experience. These optional courses are
challenges you will encounter in your life be available, although not all options will be available for every subject
designed to help first year students to learn, experience, practice and
study in second year.
and every degree.
and in your career. Maynooth University develop various essential skills that will support their ongoing studies. Electives allow students to broaden their perspective by studying
Students study 60 credits each year at University. Your chosen pathway across disciplines thus learning how to think differently and appreciate
offers a curriculum and an intellectual, will allow you to divide this 60 credits between the subject(s) you wish
Expect small classes and active learning. We want to build student
different viewpoints. We know employers want graduates who can look
confidence by providing a learning environment that is both supportive
cultural and social environment that to study for the remainder of your degree.
and academically challenging.
at the world in different ways and find creative solutions to challenging
problems. Students taking Electives will be introduced to the diverse
provides students with opportunities to fields of research underway at Maynooth as well as the excellent
reach their full potential. OUR FLEXIBLE PATHWAYS: lecturing staff throughout the University. You may also choose to take
DOUBLE MAJOR: an Elective because you are intrigued by the topic.
Because you are living in the diverse Studying two subjects equally to degree level
SAMPLE ELECTIVES
and ever-changing 21st century, we SUBJECT 1: 30 CREDITS SUBJECT 2: 30 CREDITS
> Accounting in Society
> Beginning Chinese / German / Spanish
know we must continuously enhance > Creative Technologies and Digital Prototyping
the Maynooth Education to even MAJOR WITH MINOR: > Community Education
Specialising in one subject to degree level, while continuing with a
better serve the needs of our students. smaller amount of a second subject
> Continuing French / Spanish / German / Gaeilge / Chinese
> Education Engagement and Equality
Our revised curriculum, introduced > Engaging with Civil Society
SUBJECT 1: 40 CREDITS SUBJECT 2: 20 CREDITS
in September 2016, offers you many > Entrepreneurship, Creativity & Problem Solving
> Film and Screen Studies
opportunities to personalise your
SINGLE MAJOR: “ Critical Skills gives you the opportunity to develop the core > Gender and Sexuality in Society and Culture
degree programme throughout your Specialising in one subject to degree level skills necessary for university. It is applicable to every subject > Global Environmental Change
time with us; we have introduced choice and allows you to fully interact with every lecture. Taking > Great Books
SUBJECT 1: 60 CREDITS it as one of my first year subjects helped me acclimatise to > Introduction to Philosophy, Theory of Mind (AI), and Logical Thinking
more subject choice than ever before academia at university level. It has given me the confidence and > Irish language electives
including a dedicated first year Critical See the degree pages of this handbook for details of the progression skills to successfully approach my degree and further learning.” > Perspectives of Poverty and Development
options available in your preferred programme.
Skills subject, flexible programme SARAH KILDEA, BCL LAW AND ARTS > Science Communication: Science and the World
> Service Innovation
pathways and the opportunity to take GUIDANCE ON PROGRAMME CHOICES AND OPTIONS AVAILABLE
UNDER THE MAYNOOTH EDUCATION: In all cases, the option to take an Elective is subject to timetable
an Elective and Experiential Learning See individual degree information for details on the availability of our 15
compatibility and the requirements of your main subjects; for some
The Programme Advisory Office is available to assist and advise credit Critical Skills courses in your preferred degrees.
opportunities to enhance your degree. undergraduate students, including incoming first year students, with students this may mean an Elective may not be compatible with their
programme related decisions you may be unsure about during your SAMPLE CRITICAL SKILLS MODULES programme. See the degree pages of this handbook for details on the
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/ availability of Electives in the second year of our programmes.
time at Maynooth University. The Programme Advisory Office acts > Exploring the Power of Language
maynootheducation
as a guide to students as you navigate your own way through your > Globalization, Integrating Worlds
programme options. > Universal Critical Skills (multiple classes)
> Creative Thinking
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Incoming first year students will be briefed by the Programme Advisor Maynooth students get the opportunity to experience more from
during Orientation about the programme choices you will be asked to > Digital Critical Skills their degree programme with an enhanced range of high-impact
make during your academic journey at Maynooth University. Continuing > Exploring Culture learning experiences, connecting classroom content with real-world
students may also avail of the service if you are unsure about your > Social Analysis of Everyday Life experience. These include opportunities in undergraduate research,
programme options, for example if you have any questions about > Critical Skills for Science professional development, student leadership, study abroad and
flexible pathways, or whether or not to choose to take an Elective. > Critical Skills for Social Science service learning, empowering Maynooth students to develop their skills
> Great Ideas that Changed the World and competencies for work, life and citizenship.
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/programme-advisory-office
For more details log on to For more details log on to
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/critical-skills www.maynoothuniversity.ie/experiential-learning
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OUR ALUMNI
Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2020
OVER 75,000 ACROSS THE GLOBE
SOME OF THE COMPANIES HIRING OUR GRADUATES Postgraduate Scholarships
ACCENTURE / ALLERGAN INC / APPLE / BANK Maynooth University invests €1.4 million annually
in our postgraduate students at Master’s and PhD level.
OF AMERICA / CRH / EATON CORP / FACEBOOK / As Maynooth continues to expand its bursary and scholarship opportunities, successful
GOOGLE / INGERSOLL-RAND / INTEL / MEDTRONIC applicants for the Maynooth Alumni Taught Master’s Scholarships, Sinéad, John and
Clíodhna continue their postgraduate studies at Maynooth University.
PLC / MICROSOFT / PWC / PFIZER
Clíodhna Duffy John McEneaney Sinéad O’Connell
MA Nua Ghaeilge MSc Data Science PME Secondary
and Analytics Education Year 1
“Chuala mé faoin scoláireacht “I first heard about the “I really enjoyed my time
seo thart ar sé mí ó shin scholarship from a lecturer as an undergraduate in
ó mo léachtóirí sa Nua- who I had spoken to Maynooth. It was an easy
Ghaeilge nuair a bhí orm about doing my masters. choice to return to the
cinneadh a dhéanamh If it was not for this alumni university to do a masters
Maynooth never really leaves you. Once you finish Graduating also means you’ll be on the job hunt. fanacht in Ollscoil Mhá Nuad scholarship, it is likely that and qualify as a teacher.
your degree at Maynooth University you become Maynooth University alumni are equipped with don mháistreacht. Leis an I would not have been I’m very proud to have
part of a 75,000+ (and growing!) worldwide expertise and critical thinking skills valued by scoláireacht seo a fháil tá financially able to do this been awarded the alumni
alumni network that connects graduates with employers in a competitive and ever-changing an t-ádh orm go bhfuil mé in course. I’m very grateful scholarship, and it will really
one another and fosters social and business working world. ann leanúint ar aghaidh ag for this opportunity as it ease the burden of funding
relationships in a way only Maynooth can. déanamh ar theanga na tíre will really help me pursue this course.”
Lots of our Level 8 degrees offer work seo in áit a thug an oiread a career in the field of Data
From reunions and cultural nights, alumni lectures placements. See degree pages for details. sin deiseanna acadúla agus Science.”
and career networking opportunities, becoming sóisialta dom le ceithre
a student at Maynooth opens up the Maynooth bliana anuas mar fhochéimí.”
alumni network.
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WIDENING PARTICIPATION
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AT MAYNOOTH Maynooth University strives to create an inclusive
campus community where all students have the same
opportunities to learn, socialise, participate and progress.
Tackling Educational Disadvantage Students with Disabilities
School leavers from long-term socio-economically disadvantaged The Disability Office offers a range of supports to ensure that
backgrounds who are resident in the Republic of Ireland can apply students with disabilities have the same opportunities for participation
through the CAO to the Higher Education Access Route (HEAR), and progression as the rest of the University community. Students
which offers places on reduced points at Maynooth University. with disabilities comprise over 7% of the student body at Maynooth,
HEAR entrants receive extra college support through MAP (the which is one of the highest participation rates in the country.
Maynooth University Access Programme) that is personal, academic Supports available include an advisor, examination accommodations,
and financial in nature and designed to promote confidence and
Educational Support Workers (e.g. academic personal assistant, note
independence, as well as opening up employment prospects. HEAR
taker or sign language interpreter), the Student Central academic
supports include the Launchpad residential orientation programme,
support programme for students with significant learning needs and
a dedicated HEAR advisor and financial support. For more
work placement supports. Students can register with the Disability
information on the Higher Education Access Route, see page 206
Office under any of following disability categories: autistic spectrum
and visit maynoothuniversity.ie/hear.
disorders, ADD/ADHD, blind or low vision, Deaf or hard of hearing,
Mature Students DCD/dyspraxia, mental health conditions, neurological conditions
Maynooth University is the leading institution in the country for including brain injury and speech and language disabilities, significant
welcoming and encouraging mature applicants, and in providing ongoing illnesses, physical disability and specific learning difficulties
a learning environment that is supportive and inclusive of mature including dyslexia and dyscalculia.
students. A mature student is a person who is at least 23 years of
age on January 1 of year of entry and there is no upper age limit. School leavers with a disability who are resident in the Republic
Maynooth University greatly values the particular contribution of Ireland can apply through the CAO to the Disability Access
of mature students to the academic and social environment Route to Education (DARE), which offers places on reduced points
of the University, and reserves up to 12% of places on all at Maynooth University. For more information on the Disability
undergraduate programmes for mature students. Currently up to 250 Access Route, see page 206 and visit maynoothuniversity.ie/
mature students begin their studies here each year. dare. A Maynooth University student with a disability can register
with the Disability Office at any time regardless of their entry route,
Supports for mature students include a unique selection process
but early registration is strongly recommended. Visit the Disability
with interviews for many courses, summer academic skills courses,
Office website for information on the documentation required, the
preparatory courses with guaranteed progression to degrees, advice
consultants/ specialists that can verify a disability and the age limits
and guidance on the application/selection process and a dedicated
on reports at maynoothuniversity.ie/disability.
Mature Student Advisor. For more information on the mature entry
route, see page 208 and contact the Mature Student Office at
maynoothuniversity.ie/mature.
These groups include school leavers from long-term socio-
economically disadvantaged backgrounds, mature students and
The Maynooth University Access
students with disabilities. MAP provides access routes and a range
Programme (MAP) promotes higher of personal, academic and financial supports that enable students
education as a real option and encourages to become more independent in their learning, thereby easing the
under-represented groups to enter third transition from school to university and from university to career.
level. MAP provides a number of initiatives
MAP supports for all students include a MAP Academic Advisor
to remove barriers and to create realistic in every department, daily MAP advisory drop-in, an extended
expectations for educational progression orientation before and through the first semester and a technology
among schools, parents, adult learners and training module to introduce useful educational apps and tools.
communities who historically do not access Visit us online to find out about the entry routes and the supports
higher education. available through MAP at maynoothuniversity.ie/access-office.
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OUR STUDENTS
Personal and well-being SUPPORTS INCLUDE
> Chaplaincy Service You can find more details about the
> Crèche Service range of supports available at Maynooth
> Counselling Service University during our open days or on the
> Health Centre website www.maynoothuniversity.ie/
> Student Budgeting Advice Service studentsupports
As well as being part of our large Academic supports
University, you’re also part of a smaller > Academic Advisory Office
campus community. > Academic Writing Centre
There are various services, from > An Droichead - Ionad Tacaíochta na Gaeilge/
academic to personal, that you may Irish Language Support Centre
want or need to avail of during your time > Career Development Centre
at Maynooth. > IT Support
> LIST (Library Information Skills Tutorials)
Help is readily available for students who
> Mathematics Support Centre (MSC)
are struggling with a particular problem
> Placement Office
or feeling a bit lost.
> Programme Advisory Office
> Programming Support Centre
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IRISH IN THE UNIVERSITY
Oifig na Gaeilge oifig.nagaeilge@mu.ie Irish Language Office oifig.nagaeilge@mu.ie
Tacaíonn Oifig na Gaeilge le húsáid na Gaeilge i measc fhoireann The Irish Language Office supports the use of the Irish language among
agus mhic léinn. Má tá spéis agat sa Ghaeilge, bí linn agus tapaigh staff and students. If you have an interest in Irish, join us and make the
na deiseanna atá ar fáil anseo! Lean Oifig na Gaeilge ar na meáin most of the opportunities available here! Follow the Irish Language
shóisialta le teacht ar an nuacht agus ar na hócáidí is déanaí: Office on social media for the latest news and events:
@OnaGaeilgeMU @OnaGaeilgeMU
@OnaGaeilgeMU @OnaGaeilgeMU
@OnaGaeilgeMU @OnaGaeilgeMU
Oifigeach na Gaeilge Aontas na Mac Léinn (AML) SU Irish Language Officer
Cuireann Oifigeach na Gaeilge AML an Ghaeilge chun cinn i measc The Students’ Union Irish Language Officer promotes Irish among the
mhic léinn na hOllscoile gaeilge@nuimsu.com student body gaeilge@nuimsu.com
An Cumann Gaelach Irish Language Society
Spreagann Cuallacht Cholm Cille úsáid na Gaeilge ar an gcampas Cuallacht Cholm Cille promotes the use of Irish through various events
trí imeachtaí agus trí fheachtais éagsúla. Lean an Chuallacht ar na and campaigns.
meáin shóisialta: Follow them on social media:
@CuallachtMaNuad @CuallachtMaNuad
@Cuallacht @Cuallacht
Cuallachtnag Cuallachtnag
Seomra na Gaeilge, Foirgneamh NA nEALAÍON Irish Language Room, Arts BUILDING
Spás sóisialta do chainteoirí Gaeilge. A social space for Irish language speakers.
Scéim Chónaithe Irish Language Residency Scheme
Rooms in apartments on the north campus are available to those who
Cuirtear seomraí in árasáin ar an gcampas thuaidh ar fáil dóibh siúd
wish to speak and promote Irish on campus.
a bhfuil spéis acu an Ghaeilge a úsáid agus a chur chun cinn ar an
For further information, please contact:
gcampas. Le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais, déan teagmháil le
oifig.nagaeilge@mu.ie
oifig.nagaeilge@mu.ie
Tá pobal bríomhar Gaeilge anseo There is a vibrant Irish language Irish Language Classes (ILASP)
Ranganna Gaeilge (ILASP)
in Ollscoil Mhá Nuad. community here in Maynooth University. Irish language classes, at various levels, are available to students
Cuirtear ranganna Gaeilge, ag leibhéil éagsúla, ar fáil do mhic léinn
(including international students). Participants have the option of taking a
Cuirimid ócáidí ar siúl ar an gcampas We hold regular events on campus for (mic léinn idirnáisiúnta san áireamh). Bíonn an deis ag rannpháirtithe
TEG (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge) examination and getting a recognised
go rialta do chainteoirí Gaeilge agus do Irish language speakers and for those with scrúdú Gaeilge TEG (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge) a dhéanamh
qualification in the Irish Language, which enhances graduates’
agus cáilíocht phroifisiúnta a fháil, rud a chuireann le deiseanna
dhaoine a bhfuil spéis acu sa teanga. an interest in the Irish language. Our Irish fostaíochta san earnáil phoiblí, in earnáil an oideachais agus eile.
employability in the public sector, in education and in many other areas.
Bíonn an-tóir ag mic léinn agus ag baill language classes are very popular amongst Tuilleadh eolais ó teanga@mu.ie
Email teanga@mu.ie for further information.
foirne ar ár ranganna Gaeilge. Tá Cuallacht students and staff. Cuallacht Cholm Cille, Irish Language Committee
Coiste na Gaeilge
Cholm Cille, Cumann Gaelach na the University’s Irish language society, is Oibríonn an coiste ar mhaithe le cur chun cinn na Gaeilge in obair
The committee works to promote the use of Irish in the day-to-day
affairs of the University.
hOllscoile, ar cheann de na cumainn is mó one of the largest and most successful laethúil na hOllscoile.
coistenagaeilge@mu.ie
agus is rathúla ar an gcampas. societies on campus. coistenagaeilge@mu.ie
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AT MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY
Since the 18th century, researchers and Maynooth University Hamilton Institute
A multidisciplinary research institute that builds bridges between
scholars at Maynooth have fostered a spirit
mathematics and its applications in communications, networks,
of inquiry and scholarship rooted in the artificial intelligence and biology.
classical European tradition.
Maynooth University Human Health Institute
Our research spans the natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts and
The Maynooth University Human Health Institute undertakes research
Humanities, Business and Law, Computer Science and Engineering.
that contributes to solving important problems to improve human
Our diversity and scale allow us to work across traditional boundaries
health on an individual, national and global scale. Our research
to focus on major societal challenges of the 21st century.
draws on the unique expertise across a wide range of disciplines at
Maynooth University. We aim to translate basic research to effective
OUR RESEARCH INSTITUTES AND CENTRES therapies and outcomes with the support of industry partners, clinical
To bring together researchers across a range of disciplines, the University
partners and policy makers.
has established a number of recognised research institutes and centres
that work in close co-operation with academic departments. Maynooth University Social Sciences Institute
The Maynooth University Social Sciences Institute was launched in
ASSISTING LIVING & LEARNING INSTITUTE (ALL) March 2017 with a remit to foster and carry out research of societal
The ALL (Assisting Living & Learning) Institute’s globally distinctive
importance in all areas of the Social Sciences. It brings together
feature is in developing the interface between the users of
over one hundred excellent researchers from both Maynooth and
technologies and the broader community and societal infrastructure
external partners, and is a major international centre of excellence for
and systems required to make this use beneficial. This interface is
research and policy in the social sciences. It incorporates the National
where some of the most exciting and empowering developments will
Institute for Regional and Spatial Analysis, and the National Centre for
occur in the coming decades.
Geocomputation.
CENTRE FOR OCEAN ENERGY RESEARCH National Centre for Geocomputation
This centre joins the quest to make wave energy technically and
The national leader in the field of Geocomputation, NCG is committed
economically viable. The cohort of researchers is multidisciplinary,
to extending understanding and utilisation of the capture, analysis
coming from various branches of engineering, mathematics and naval
and modelling of spatial data.
architecture.
National Institute for Regional And Spatial Analysis
ICARUS – Climate Research Centre NIRSA undertakes fundamental, applied and comparative research
ICARUS undertakes leading edge research in observational climate on spatial processes and their effects on social and economic
Dr Karen English is a recent recipient of the IRC (Irish Research Council) Early-Career Researcher of the Year Award and is a Principal Investigator at Maynooth
University’s Department of Biology and head of the Cellular Immunology Lab. science and modelling the effects of climate change – particularly as development in Ireland, and providing high quality graduate education.
it affects Ireland.
FIVE YEAR SUMMARY 2013-2017 Innovation Value Institute
Hosted by Maynooth University, the Innovation Value Institute is an
2018/19 IN BRIEF > 2715 publications recorded in Scopus. open innovation consortium of over thirty international organisations
> 559 academic and research The field-weighted citation index across all our focussed on IT challenges for business.
staff publications is 1.77. This measures the extent to Maynooth University Arts and Humanities Institute
> C. €50m current research which our work has been cited by others in the Maynooth University is respected internationally as a major centre of
and contracts portfolio same area, compared to a world average of 1.00. research and scholarship in diverse areas of the arts and humanities.
The Maynooth University Arts and Humanities Institute brings
> 82 new industry and > 18.5% of Maynooth University publications are in together over one hundred researchers and scholars from both
enterprise partnership 10% of most cited publications worldwide. Maynooth and partner institutions to ensure that we continually build
on our strength in these traditional fields.
projects > 9 new spin out companies have been created. Simon O'Keeffe is a current PhD student whose area of research is Semi-
Autonomous Robotic Systems for Assisted Living. Simon was one of the
> 20 patent applications filed. For more details visit: www.maynoothuniversity.ie/research
main contributors to the robotics research team RoboEireann.
20 21IRELAND'S ONLY
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UNIVERSITY TOWN
Located in the heart of Ireland’s only university town, we are
just 25 kilometres from the city of Dublin. Surrounded by the
rich heritage and beauty of Kildare, the university town has
all you could need and all within walking distance.
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CAMPUS
The campus spans extensive grounds with the older
complex of fine nineteenth century buildings on the
South Campus and a modern complex of teaching,
research, accommodation and support facilities on
the North Campus.
Located in the heart of Ireland’s only university town,
we are just 25 kilometres from the centre of Dublin.
STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
First Year Students
Approximately 1,200 students live on campus. The main campus
accommodation is situated just a short walk to all lecture, sports
and recreational facilities on the North Campus. Sports FACILITIES INCLUDE Library DESIGN FOR NEW student CENTRE
Currently more than 50% of all campus accommodation is reserved > Sports halls The Library sits in the heart of the campus. Recently The new Student Centre will serve as a home-from-home for
for first year students. The average annual cost of renting on the students and a focal point for student life. The new building is
> Fitness centre extended, the Library offers a wide range of study
campus runs from between circa €4,700 to €6,700 depending on slated to open in early 2021 and serve as a hub for the Maynooth
choice of room and facilities. > Fully equipped gym and social facilities including an in-house café, laptop
Students' Union (MSU), clubs, societies, events, and a variety of
> Weights room lending and wifi throughout. activities that help to create that special sense of belonging that is
The online booking system opens for prospective first years in late
April/early May (date is confirmed in November 2019 - check website > Changing rooms The Library is an eco-friendly building with a seeded roof and a
so important to the Maynooth student experience.
for details). This is a first come first served process, which allows
> Natural turf playing fields range of technologies that minimise its impact on the environment.
you to choose the room type you want within the budget you have
planned. Unsuccessful CAO applicants receive a full refund of the > Floodlit all-weather playing pitch With access to over 850,000 ebooks, 95,000 ejournals, 300
booking fee paid to secure the room. databases and over 460,000 print publications, we can help you
The sports halls host badminton, basketball, fencing, karate and
to make the most of your time in Maynooth. We also have a range
Entrance Scholars (over 550 points) have the option of residing on archery. Weekly aerobics and circuit training sessions also take place
of study areas including laptop lending, lots of PCs for student use,
campus. See p. 28 for more details. in the sports halls.
group study and seminar rooms fully equipped with AV facilities.
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/accommodation The outdoor playing fields cater for Gaelic football, hurling, soccer,
Taking time out from study is easy too with lots of spaces in which
on webchat camogie and rugby. The nearby River Liffey plays host to the canoe
to relax including our Starbucks Café, an Exhibition space, touch
and kayak club. Walking, golf or horse riding at Carton Estate.
tables and a landscaped atrium.
Irish Language Accommodation The University has acquired 60 acres of adjacent land for the
Library staff are here to help you find, use and manage information.
We reserve rooms on campus in the Scéim Chónaithe where students development of additional sport and recreational facilities. Plans are
Library Information Skills Tutorials (LIST) are held regularly in
have the opportunity to use the Irish Language as their day-to-day currently underway to significantly enhance student sporting facilities
throughout the first semester. LIST tutorials can also be found online
language and can get involved in Irish cultural events and activities. further on this adjacent space. Maynooth Green Campus awarded the prestigious Green Campus Flag by An
through our website. As well as that, staff can help you at any time Taisce and the International Foundation of Environmental Education.
Home Finder Service www.maynoothuniversity.ie/campus-life/sports during the day via the information desk, Library Chat, Social Media
There are many accommodation options available locally to the on our homepage, email or phone.
University - from traditional “digs” accommodation and self-catering Cafés and Dining on Campus www.maynoothuniversity.ie/library
in owner-occupied homes to private rented apartments and houses. > The Little Coffee Co. – Arts Building
We offer an online “Listing Service” which assists property owners > Subway – John Hume Building
and Maynooth students to make that initial contact. > The Kitchen @ Phoenix – Phoenix Building
www.maynoothstudentpad.ie > The Living Room @ Phoenix – Phoenix Building
> Starbucks @ JP’s – The Library
Find us on Facebook and Twitter
Occasional or Guest Accommodation > Students’ Union Bar – North Campus
Students may avail of campus accommodation on the South > Pugin Hall – St. Patrick’s House on the South Campus
Campus. This is for occasional stays only.
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/accommodation/other-
accommodation
Campus Bookshop
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STUDENTS' Union
Our mission is to add colour to
your experience here in Maynooth.
Connect with MSU ABOUT MU CLUBS & SOCIETIES
The MSU Info Centre is located in the Students’ Union building on Maynooth University (MU) Clubs and Societies are the lifeblood of
campus. Any Maynooth student can drop into the Info Centre and campus activity and provide you with a great opportunity to throw
we will help you with any questions you might have. You can also yourself into University life. With over 100 Clubs & Societies we
arrange to speak with student leaders or staff by appointment. are confident, no matter what your tastes, that you will find at least
MSU’s President, VP Education, VP Welfare & Equality and VP Clubs, one that is perfect for you! From developing existing skills, trying
Societies and Student Engagement are all based here. You can also something different to making new friends; joining a club or society
find us online. Visit www.msu.ie or search for @maynoothsu on is one of the best things you can do. Many students look back at
your favourite social media channels. their time spent in Clubs & Societies as one of their highlights - the
opportunities for friendship, social development and personal growth
are almost unlimited!
Current Clubs & Societies Listing
Access Busking Electronic History Media Rowing
Africa Engineering Mens GAA Football
Camogie Hockey Rugby
AIESEC NEW ELSA Mens Soccer
Cancer Hogwarts Shotokan Karate
Aikido Empower Mental Health
Cards Hurling Sinn Fein
ABOUT MAYNOOTH STUDENTS’ UNION (MSU) Maynooth Students’ Union services include Airsoft Celtic Studies
Enactus
IESN Mountaineering & Snooker
American Football Equestrian Bouldering NEW
Every registered student of Maynooth University > Peer Support Information and Help Centre Chemistry Islamic Snowsports
Animal Rights Feminist MUCK
automatically becomes a member of MSU. As a Chess Israel Socialist Party
Music
member, you can expect a high level of service,
> Student Travel/Leap Card Anthropology
Chinese
Fencing Japanese Culture
Musical
St Catherine's NEW
Aquatics Finomics Judo
Christian Union
support, guidance and engagement aimed to enhance > Printing, binding, laminating Archery FLAC Kenpo Karate
Ogra Fianna Fail
Strength & Fitness
Circus Surf
Olympic Handball
your student experience. We're here to represent your > MU merchandise, hoodies, tees and lots Arts Crafts and
Common
French Kickboxing
Design SVP
Omega
voice at every level and ultimately make your university Grounds NEW Froebel Kilkenny Campus
more! Astro 2
Creative Writing GAA Handball
People Before TaekwonDo
experience as engaging and fun as possible. Athletics Labour Profit NEW Tea
> Bar and Venue, located in the SU building; Australian Rules
Cuallacht na Gaeilge Gaisce NEW Ladies GAA Football Pokemon The Purpose
Your MSU is run BY students FOR students. Our serving food all day and entertainment each Badminton
Dance Galway Cycle Ladies Soccer Politics & Sociology Movement NEW
mission is to provide you with a fantastic and Basketball Design Lab Game of Thrones Languages Pride Trad Music
night Biology Deukuma Games Law Pro Life Trampoline
varied range of events, entertaining and informative
campaigns and student centered services; MSU > Londis Convenience Store, located in the BLW Campus Ministry Disney Geography Legion of Mary Pro-Choice NEW Ultimate Frisbee
Bosco NEW DJ Golf Literary & Debating Psychology Volleyball
prides itself on the role it plays in enhancing student John Hume Building; student prices, served Boxing Drama GradSoc NEW Mars FM Red Cross Yoga
life in Maynooth. by student staff Business Education Green Campus Maths Rovers Young Fine Gael
*Listing may change
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