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INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY CARLOW
POSTGRADUATE
PROSPECTUS 2019
POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2019
Carlow Campus
Kilkenny Road
Carlow
T: 059 917 5000
E: info@itcarlow.ie
www.itcarlow.ie
Wexford Campus
Summerhill Road
Wexford
T: 053 918 5800
E: wexford@itcarlow.ie
www.wexfordcampus.ie ITCarlow
@ITCarlow
Wicklow County Campus
Clermont House, Rathnew
County Wicklow ITCarlow
T: 0404 67125
E: wicklow@itcarlow.ie
www.itcarlow.ie Institute of Technology Carlow
CARLOW
WEXFORD
and WICKLOW
Notes
Engage
Learn
Innovate
Lead
CARLOW
WEXFORD
and WICKLOW 1
CONTENTS
Your Success Is Our Success
2
Welcome from the President 4
Graduate Attributes 5
The Institute by Numbers 6
Institute Innovation Programmes 2017-2021 8
Postgraduate Opportunities 10
How to Apply 12
Postgraduate Programmes – Taught Masters 14
Graduate Profiles 44
Postgraduate Research Masters and Doctoral Degrees 46
Life at Institute of Technology Carlow 58
Institute of Technology Carlow facilities 60
International office 62
Carlow town 64
Wexford campus & town 65
Wicklow campus & town 66
Dates for your diary 67
Key contact details 68
Postgraduate programmes, codes and fees 2019 69-71
3
WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT
Institute of Technology Carlow Postgraduate Prospectus 2019-2020
Choosing the right third-level institution and and postgraduate research opportunities
postgraduate programme are amongst the most across our Centres of Research and Enterprise
important decisions you will make. I am delighted (CORES). Many of our programmes bring our
that you are considering Institute of Technology learners into direct contact with professional
Carlow. practice through various means, including work
placements, industry-based projects and clinical
We are a learner-centred higher education provider
placements. This translates into programmes
dedicated to the creation of an environment where
of study and internationally recognised
our learners can achieve their full potential and
qualifications across a range of discipline
where our graduates are fully equipped to achieve
areas that are very relevant to real career
the highest personal and professional standards.
opportunities in the employment marketplace,
This is supported by exceptional people, high-
present and future.
quality programmes, excellent infrastructure and
international partnerships and networks. You will find out more by reading our postgraduate
prospectus, visiting our campuses in Carlow,
Currently home to over 8,000 learners, we have
Wexford and Wicklow and by visiting our website
more than 55,000 graduates to date achieving
and social media platforms where you will discover
their career and personal goals across the
what our learners and graduates have to say about
globe. Our alumni are working with the most
us.
prestigious companies in the world, including
the top computing, pharmaceutical and financial By selecting Institute of Technology Carlow, you
organisations. Our graduates enjoy an employment are choosing to be amongst the most sought after
rate of 93% at graduation, rising to 96% within six graduates by employers. I wish you well with your
months of graduating – well above the national choice and application and hope that I will soon be
average of 80%. welcoming you to our Institute.
With the second-highest percentage of
Dr Patricia Mulcahy
postgraduate learners in the Irish technological President
higher education sector, we have a broad range
of taught advanced postgraduate programmes
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INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY CARLOW
K N OW
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ATIV DG
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• I think imaginatively and
differently
• I can demonstrate a
comprehensive knowledge L
of a particular discipline area
• I find innovative
E
solutions to problems • I am a knowledge creator
• I am a co-creator of the • I can conduct research
future independently
• I understand that the • I have an appreciation of
future is creative knowledge beyond my own
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discipline
• I am flexible and
OU
adaptable to different • I can analyse critically
environments
NNE
• I am ethically aware
INTEGR
• I am a team player
• I am committed to equality
and fairness • I feel part of community
• I uphold professional • I am civically and
CTED
standards environmentally aware
Graduate
• I am socially aware and • I can communicate
responsible confidently
Attributes
• I understand that it is • I think about my impact
my responsibility to be on others
ethical
• I am outward looking • I can work autonomously
• I embrace diversity and • I welcome challenge
inclusivity
• I am confident adapting
• I see the world as my home to the work environment
• I am interested in and • I am self-motivated
sensitive to different
NT
cultures • I learn from what I do • I am professionally ready
• I am open to new • I seek learning
DE
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experience opportunities
• I am curious
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• I continue to learn
B
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• I am a reflective
CO
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practitioner
REFLECTIVE
Graduate attributes are descriptors Graduate attributes are learner-owned
of what it means to be an Institute of and each student will have their own
Technology Carlow graduate. They interpretation of what the attributes
represent the qualities, skills and values mean to them. Institute of Technology
that make our graduates unique. These Carlow is committed to providing the
attributes extend beyond academic opportunities for all students to develop
disciplines and reflect the graduate’s these attributes so that they can become
overall learning journey in the Institute. empowered citizens of tomorrow.
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THE INSTITUTE BY NUMBERS...
for
UNDERGRADUATE
PROGRESSION
Level 8
••••••••••••••••••••
highest % of
FULL-TIME
POSTGRADUATES
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
in the
TECHNOLOGICAL
SECTOR
N
E
W €15m
SOUTH SPORTS CAMPUS 2019
€25m
NEW CENTRE FOR
APPLIED AND HEALTH SCIENCE
Institute of Technology Carlow
2,500+
Major Award
Graduates
Annually NEW €15M SOUTH SPORTS CAMPUS 2019
70% PARTICIPATION RATE
SSI SPORTS COLLEGE
OF THE YEAR 2017/18 IN
OVER 65 CLUBS AND
SOCIETIES
6
25 Million
15% Funding
OF THE Assisting
different
STUDENT 650+ SMEs
nationalities
on campus BODY R&D Solutions
Knowledge Transfer
and Commercialisation
Enterprise Development
Cross-border Innovation
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
20 - 18
17
of SOUTH EAST IRELAND
3 rd •••••••••••••••••••••••••••
largest of
14 INSTITUTES
for learner
enrolments
2017-18
8,375 Learners
851 Staff OVER 55,000
GRADUATES TO DATE
3 Campuses
Intel | IBM AIB | State Street
UNUM | SAP BNY Mellon
Bank of Ireland
LotusWorks Citibank
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INNOVATION PROGRAMMES 2017-2021 8 8
R&D ENTERPRISE
SOLUTIONS DEVELOPMENT
Solving close-to-market Assisting entrepreneurs
commercial needs and start-ups
€1.0M Funding
250 Projects (€3M value) €3.7M Funding
15 Managed Consultancy 170 Entrepreneurs Assisted
Projects 50 Phase 2 Client Enterprises
230 SMEs Assisted 5 HPSUs
H20-20 Consortia €5m
RESEARCH
Funding
INDUSTRY
€25M
FUNDING
ASSISTING
650 SMEs
€3.9M Funding (Consortia)
€11.4M Funding
35 Invention Disclosures
200 SMEs Assisted
11 Licences/Assignments
76 New Products
9 Patents
25 Jobs Created
2 HPSU Spinouts
Maximising the impact of Delivering inter-regional
research-led intellectual property sustainable economic benefits
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER CROSS-BORDER
& COMMERCIALISATION INNOVATION
9POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
Institute of Technology Carlow
Institute of Technology Carlow has a range of Masters Degree (NFQ Level 9)
high quality programmes that offer suitably Institute of Technology Carlow offers two types
qualified primary degree holders (NFQ level of Masters degree programme: taught Masters
8) exciting opportunities to progress to higher programmes and research Masters programmes.
awards (Higher Diploma, Masters and Doctoral The taught Masters degree is awarded following
degrees). These opportunities may be undertaken the completion of a programme of one to two
by research and thesis, or through taught years duration (typically 90 ECTS credits). Entry
programmes. Programmes are available in full- to a taught programme leading to a Masters
time and/or part-time modes across our three award is typically for holders of Honours
main campuses in Carlow, Wexford and Wicklow. Bachelor degrees. In certain circumstances,
Higher Diplomas (NFQ Level 8-60 credits) entry to such programmes may be considered
and Postgraduate Diplomas (NFQ Level 9-60 for holders of Ordinary Bachelor Degrees
credits) or equivalent. Research Masters Degree
programmes are typically of two years duration
Entry requirements for Postgraduate Diplomas
(typically 90 ECTS credits) where learners
are typically the same as for the Masters
undertake a substantial piece of research. The
programme but are completed at NFQ Level
project is carried out under the guidance of an
9 and require completion of just 60 credits.
experienced supervisor.
Students undertake the same subjects as Masters
students in that stream until they complete their Learning outcomes at this level relate to the
Diploma. Postgraduate Diplomas are also offered demonstration of knowledge and understanding
as an exit award, should a student leave their at the forefront of a field of learning. Outcomes
Masters programme prior to completion. relate to the application of knowledge,
understanding and problem solving abilities
10in new or unfamiliar contexts related to the Postgraduate students may have to pass a series
field of study. The outcomes are associated of examinations and/or assessments in order to
with an ability to integrate knowledge, handle progress through their course and may be required
complexity and formulate judgements. Outcomes to attend for interview as part of the application
associated with Level 9 link with employment at process. As all courses have their own entry
a senior professional or management level with requirements, please refer to the relevant course
responsibility for the work outputs of teams. page for detailed entry requirements.
An Irish Masters Degree is compatible with Institute of Technology Carlow is constantly
completion of the Bologna Second Cycle. reviewing its postgraduate programme offering
PhD or Doctoral Degree (NFQ Level 10) with new programmes under development
annually. While all of our current postgraduate
A PhD (NFQ Level 10) or doctoral programme
offerings are described in the forthcoming
should take from three to four years (full-time)
sections, keep up to date and find further details
to complete. ECTS credits are used in doctoral
on all postgraduate offerings on our Institute of
programmes for taught elements only. The Irish
Technology Carlow website: www.itcarlow.ie or
Doctoral Degree is compatible with completion of
apply via the online postgraduate application
the Bologna Third Cycle. Learning outcomes at this
system on www.pac.ie.
level relate to the discovery and development of
new knowledge and skills and delivering findings at
the frontiers of knowledge and application. Further
outcomes at this level relate to specialist skills and
transferable skills required for managing, such as
the abilities to critique and develop organisational
structure and initiate change.
Source: QQI
11HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATION PROCESS - TAUGHT PROGRAMMES
Please note that all Non-EU international student applicants must apply through our International Office. Please refer
to the International section of the prospectus or our website: www.itcarlow.ie/international/non-eu-students
or alternatively email: internationaladmin@itcarlow.ie.
Application process steps
1. Choose your programme(s) from our prospectus
Please note that all or online postgraduate programme listing on the
postgraduate applications for Institute website.
taught programmes at Institute It is very important that you review all of the following
before applying:
of Technology Carlow should
• Entry requirements
be completed online via PAC • Supporting documentation requirements for your
(Postgraduate Application application
System) www.pac.ie • Course modules and information
• Schedule and location (i.e. part-time or full time, and
Please check the full detailed which campus you would like to attend)
listing of our postgraduate • Fees
• Relevant PAC code (see page 69-71 of the prospectus
programmes and PAC codes on for a full detailed listing of all postgraduate
pages 69-71. programmes)
• Closing dates for applications.
It is important to note that
Should you have any queries, or need further information
each programme has a different
on a particular programme of study, please contact the
PAC code based on award level, relevant programme director or head of department
schedule and campus location. listed on the individual programme pages.
Timetabled hours may include 2. Register with PAC online at www.pac.ie and gather
all supporting documentation required for your
daytime, evening and Saturday application (e.g. references, CV, personal statement
classes. Refer to individual etc.).
course pages for further Scanned copies of your supporting documentation must
information. be uploaded to www.pac.ie. Alternatively, supporting
documentation can be posted to the Postgraduate
Applications Centre, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway. Please
5
4 If successful in your
3 LOGIN TO PAC TO VIEW
application, ACCEPT
YOUR OFFER and pay
2 Check your programme
THE STATUS OF YOUR your deposit online via
APPLICATION. Check PAC within 10 days and
1 Gather all supporting
code, campus, closing
your email for alerts get started with Institute
date information and
documentation to scan on application status of Technology Carlow!
RESEARCH AND APPLY ONLINE at www.
or send by post and change.
CHOOSE YOUR pac.ie.
REGISTER ONLINE at
PROGRAMME from our
www.pac.ie.
prospectus or on the
Institute of Technology
Carlow website.
12note that supplementary documentation should be sent Institute of Technology Carlow reserves the right to request
within 7 days of your online application. Documents must be that some applicants attend for interview to determine
in a clear format, of good quality and a readable size. their suitability for individual programmes.
Poor quality/unreadable documents may affect the 4. Review application status via the My Account section
assessment of your application. on the PAC website.
All applicants will be notified by email of changes to the
3. Apply online at www.pac.ie.
status of their application. Alternatively, applicants may login
The PAC online application system is now open for new
online any time to the PAC system under the My Account
postgraduate applications for the academic year 2019/2020.
section to view their application. Applicants who receive an
This is an online application system that allows applicants,
offer have 14 days to accept or decline that offer. Applicants
for a non-refundable fee of €50 paid directly to PAC, to
who accept must also pay a deposit of €500 within that
apply for multiple postgraduate programmes at Institute
14-day period which may be paid online via the PAC system.
of Technology Carlow. Applications will be considered in
This deposit is then offset against the full tuition fee.
order of preference. If you are successful in receiving an
offer on your first preference or first choice of programme, 5. Getting started
all other preferences will be excluded. Similarly, if you are Applicants who accept their offer should keep up-to-date
unsuccessful in your first preference, then your second by logging onto the Institute website. Our academic year
preference will be considered and so on. starts in September and academic timetables and other
news and events will be posted on the website and on
Course selection may be from any of our Masters, Higher
other social media such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and
Diploma and Postgraduate Diplomas.
Instagram.
PAC may be contacted for support via email: pachelp@
pac.ie or through the website. Applicants may contact APPLICATION PROCESS - RESEARCH
Admissions via email: graduatestudies@itcarlow.ie. PROGRAMMES
To ensure a place on your chosen course we advise For more information and to apply for research opportunities,
registering as soon as possible. Certain programmes are scholarships and funding, please email:
restricted to a limited number of applicants and places on Dr Brian Jackson
these courses are assigned on a first-come-first-served Head of Postgraduate Studies
basis. Late applications will be considered on a case-by- brian.jackson@itcarlow.ie
case basis.
13POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
TAUGHT MASTERS
HEAD OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
Dr Brian Jackson
BA (Hons), PhD
E: brian.jackson@itcarlow.ie
Development Office
T: 059 9175000
14BUSINESS, DIGITAL MARKETING & DESIGN
Master of Business in Business 16
Master of Business Administration (MBA) 17
MBA in Professional Arts Management 18
Master of Science in Supply Chain Management 19
Master of Science in Digital Marketing 20
Master of Arts in Interaction Design 21
Higher Diploma in Business in Supply Chain Management 22
Higher Diploma in Business Marketing 23
Higher Diploma in Business in Business Management 24
Higher Diploma in Business in International Business 25
Higher Diploma in Business in International Financial Services 26
Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing 27
Higher Diploma in Business in Aquabusiness 28
Higher Diploma in Arts in Digital Media Design 29
HUMANITITES & SOCIAL SCIENCES
Master of Arts in Child, Youth and Family Studies 30
Master of Arts in Leadership in Early Years Education and Care 31
Master of Arts in Teaching & Learning 32
Higher Diploma in Arts in Early Childhood Education and Care 33
Higher Diploma in Arts in Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) 34
COMPUTING & DATA SCIENCE
Master of Science in Data Science 35
Master of Science in Information Technology Management 36
Higher Diploma in Science in Computing 37
HEALTH & SPORT
Master of Science in Sports Performance Analysis 38
Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning 39
SCIENCE
Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs 40
Master of Science in Medical Device Regulatory Affairs 41
ENGINEERING
Master of Science in Management in the Built Environment 42
Master of Science in Applied Research and Innovation 43
15Refer to pages Master of Business
69-71 for full
course listings Business
NFQ LEVEL 9
DURATION LOCATIONS HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - BUSINESS
1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW Dr Martin Meagher
2 YEARS – PART-TIME WEXFORD BComm, MBA, MA, FCA, PhD
WICKLOW E: martin.meagher@itcarlow.ie
What is the Master of generally deemed an integral element What subjects will I study?
Business about? of enquiry-based learning, this module
Leadership & Strategy
will prepare graduates for executive
This postgraduate programme Corporate Governance, Ethics & Social
and leadership scenarios which require Responsibility
brings theory to life through its
negotiation and persuasive expertise Research Methods
exciting work placement element
and ability with the written word. Financial Analysis & Investment
and applied learning focus, enabling Appraisal
participants to apply acquired Dissertation
What will I be able to Strategic Marketing Management
knowledge and competencies in a
do when I finish the Strategic Human Resource Management
real-world workplace environment.
programme? Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The programme equips graduates with Management
the attributes required by business In a job market increasingly Communications for Professional Life
to make an immediate contribution featuring primary honours degree Work Placement
to the organisation through its work holders, this Masters Programme,
placement experience element. with its work experience element,
The industrial placement is of four significantly increases graduates’
months duration, from May to chances of recruitment by highly
August, and affords the student a attractive employers. The Master
unique opportunity to implement and of Business programme is aimed
reflect on the theories learned on the at producing creative, flexible and
programme. It will complement the dynamic individuals, who can take
student’s education and broaden his/ up or enhance roles as business
her skill set. A number of progressive practitioners, in Ireland or overseas. A
local enterprises partner with us in Master of Business is an internationally
this initiative. Work placement is recognised qualification and opens the
recognised by prospective employers door to many careers.
and students alike as being a very
sought after aspect of an academic What follow-on study
programme. Another new aspect opportunities are available?
of this programme is the module Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD)
‘Communication for Professional study opportunities upon successful
Life’. As communication skills are completion of this programme.
Entry requirements
Graduates of programmes in engineering,
science, design and other disciplines are
required to have completed the Higher
Diploma in Business in Management (Level
8) or equivalent to be eligible for admission
to the Master of Business programme.
All applicants will be considered on a case-
by-case basis. Criteria to be considered
will include academic qualifications,
recognition of prior learning and/or the
applicant’s performance in GMAT or
equivalent.
Institute of Technology Carlow reserves
the right to require applicants to attend for
interview to determine their suitability for
the programme.
16MBA Refer to pages
69-71 for full
Master of Business Administration (MBA) course listings
NFQ LEVEL 9
LIFELONG LEARNING DURATION LOCATION
Joseph Collins 2 YEARS – PART-TIME CARLOW
BA, HDipEd, STB, MEd, STL
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What subjects will I study? What is the Master of It also builds on the participant’s
Strategic HR Management Business Administration professional and personal skills
Global Business, Leadership & Ethics about? including confidence building with
Advanced Strategic Management presentations and team projects,
This programme provides an
Strategic Business Finance networking amongst students from
opportunity for students to study for
Strategic Marketing Analysis & different industries and backgrounds
Implementation a Masters in Business Administration,
and provides a challenging but open
Corporate Governance corresponding to a Level 9
Advanced Research Methods and reflective environment to discuss
Qualification (90 ECTS credits).
Commercial Dispute, Negotiation and and research current issues affecting
Resolution
This comprehensive MBA programme the business world on a global scale.
Dissertation
provides a structured, evidenced-
based environment to experienced What follow-on study
management professionals to expand opportunities are available?
on and develop their knowledge of the Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD)
current global business environment study opportunities upon successful
and management systems. It provides completion of this programme.
students with the tools, techniques
and skills to enhance their business Exit award
knowledge and provide them with Students who successfully complete
a competitive edge in industry and 60 credits of the MBA programme
the jobs market. This programme not will be eligible for the Postgraduate
only builds knowledge in key areas Diploma in Business Administration
such as current business technologies (Level 9) should they opt to leave the
and systems, business models and programme (Embedded Exit Award).
strategies and people management.
Entry requirements
The MBA and Postgraduate Diploma (Embedded Exit Award)
programmes are designed for graduates of Bachelor of
Business Honours Degrees (Level 8) or equivalent. Graduates
of programmes in Engineering, Science, Design and other
disciplines are generally required to have completed the Higher
Diploma in Business in Management (Level 8) or equivalent to
be eligible for admission to the MBA programme.
Applicants applying for entry to the programme through
progression routes, other than those listed, will be considered
on a caseby- case basis. Criteria to be considered include
academic qualifications, recognition of prior learning and/or
the applicant’s performance in GMAT or equivalent.
Applicants for the MBA programmes who hold a Postgraduate
Diploma in Business (Level 9) programmes will be considered
for entry on a case-by-case basis. All applicants must have
three years relevant business management experience.
Evidence must be provided of the nature and extent of this
experience by at least one referee capable of assessing the
applicant’s managerial abilities.
Institute of Technology Carlow reserves the right to require
applicants to attend for interview to determine their suitability
for the programme.
17Refer to pages MBA
69-71 for full
course listings Professional Arts Management
NFQ LEVEL 9
DURATION LOCATIONS PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
2 YEARS – PART-TIME WEXFORD Dr Janette Davies
MA, PhD, MMII
E: janette.davies@itcarlow.ie
What is the programme Internationally recognised, an MBA What subjects will I study?
about? equips students with knowledge that
Leadership and Strategy
can be applied to a variety of real
This unique MBA (Masters of Business Strategic Business Finance
world business solutions. Within the
Administration) Professional Arts Research Methods
Arts there are many opportunities for Corporate Governance
Management is a postgraduate
employment, such as: arts centres, Strategic HR Management
degree awarded to students who have
museums, arts marketing, education, Culturepreneurship
mastered the study of business applied
dance companies, disability arts Arts Entrepreneurship
to the Arts sector. The MBA degree Funding and the Arts
organisations, tourism, arts councils,
is one of the most prestigious and Marketing the Arts
local authorities, art galleries,
sought after degrees corresponding Dissertation
community arts and arts festivals. Professional Arts Management Project
to a Level 9 Qualification (90 ECTS
credits). It provides graduates with the
What follow-on study
opportunity to develop their skills in
opportunities are available?
managing, funding and leading an arts
organisation. It is a career enhancing Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD)
post-experience qualification designed study opportunities upon successful
for students who want to learn how completion of this programme.
to manage successful events, create
comprehensive and practical business Exam information
and marketing plans and organise Modules completed in Term 1 will,
relevant programmes that appeal to where applicable, be examined in early
the Arts community. December 2019. Modules completed
in Term 2 will, where applicable, be
What will I be able to examined in May 2020.
do when I finish the
programme?
The programme will prepare
students for various careers as well
as in the Arts but also in Business.
Entry requirements
Bachelor of Arts Level 8 in Culture and
Heritage or Bachelor of Business Level 8 or
equivalent. Graduates of other disciplines
are required to have completed the Higher
Diploma in Business in Management
(Level 8) or equivalent to be eligible for
admission to the MBA programme. All
applicants will be considered on a case-by-
case basis. The department reserves the
right to require applicants to attend for
interview to determine their suitability for
the programme. Criteria to be considered
will include academic qualifications,
recognition of prior learning and/ or the
applicant’s performance in GMAT or
equivalent.For non-native English speakers:
IELTS (6.0) or equivalent is required.
18Master of Science Refer to pages
69-71 for full
Supply Chain Management course listings
NFQ LEVEL 9
LIFELONG LEARNING DURATION LOCATION
Joseph Collins 1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW
BA, HDipEd, STB, MEd, STL 2 YEARS – PART-TIME
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What subjects will I study? What is the programme Potential employment
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma about? opportunities
Communications for Supply Chain This Masters programme offers a In light of current skills shortages in
Professionals robust understanding of the concepts industry in the area of Supply Chain
Research Project SCM
and best practices in Supply Chain Management, this Masters programme
Performance Management
Supply Chain Financial Management
Management for application in will provide participants seeking jobs
Sustainable Supply Chains today’s global economy. Supply chain in this sector with a competitive
Research Methods management and sourcing have edge. For those participants currently
Strategic Supply Management become a central focus for companies working in the area, the programme
Global Logistics and Technology due to the rapid changes in demand will enhance existing roles both on
for products and services, globalisation a professional and personal level by
and technology. With operations building on the practical skills and
becoming more complex, companies techniques required to succeed. It
in the manufacturing, retail and will also develop critical skills in
technological sectors are searching for areas such as process improvement,
The Expert Group on
individuals with supply chain expertise. resource management, analytical and
Future Skills Needs
This programme has been designed in critical thinking, communication and
Statement of Activity 2014
collaboration with industry to address sourcing and managing quality-led
‘The EGFSN forecasts that, due those needs. sustainable supply chains from supplier
to an anticipated expansion in to customer.
the sector, and the replacement What will I be able to
demand arising from the do when I finish the This Masters programme will prepare
retirement/exiting of those programme? graduates to work in a number of job
employed in core Freight, roles:
On completion, graduates of the
Transport, Distribution and • Supply Chain Analyst or Manager
Logistics occupations, some 13,500 programme will be able to:
• Project Managers
to 15,500 job vacancies could • Apply comprehensive knowledge of
theory and practice of Supply Chain • Logistics Managers
become available over the period
2015-2020. Management to a variety of industry • Operations consultants/
operations; Manufacturing or Service Operations
There is a need for a consistent • Build and develop multi-disciplinary Managers
supply of suitably trained staff, as teams across all functions to bring • Warehouse/Inventory Manager
well as a need to retain and upskill about radical improvements in • Purchasing Manager/Buyer/Planner.
those currently working in the supply chain capability;
sector. As staff progress through • Effectively plan and manage Exit award
their careers, there is a requirement resources at each stage of the supply
chain; Postgraduate Diploma in Science
for training in additional skills for
in Supply Chain Management is an
both operations and management • Use critical thinking and research
skills to design/redesign, implement Embedded Exit Award.
roles.’
and improve more sustainable,
competitive and quality led supply
chains from supplier to customer; Entry requirements
• Communicate effectively with teams
at all levels internally and build more Entry requirements are a Level 8 degree
sustainable, beneficial relationships with a minimum of Second Class
along all stages of the supply chain Honours, Grade 2 in a related discipline
from supplier to customer. or equivalent. IT Carlow operates a
Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning
(RPL) scheme whereby applicants may be
What follow-on study considered, based on relevant work and
opportunities are available? other experience, for exemptions from
programme modules and advanced entry.
Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD) All applicants will be considered on a case-
study opportunities upon successful bycase basis. The Department reserves the
completion of this programme. right to require applicants to attend for an
interview to determine their suitability for
the programme.
19Refer to pages Master of Science
69-71 for full
course listings Digital Marketing
NFQ LEVEL 9
DURATION LOCATIONS HEAD OF DEPARTMENT – SPORT,
MEDIA AND MARKETING
1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW Myles Kelly
BComm, DipCompSc, FCA, MA
E: myles.kelly@itcarlow.ie
What is the MSc in Digital the strategic implications of digital What subjects will I study?
Marketing about? era marketing and to create and
Strategic Marketing Management
implement effective digital marketing
The digital era has dramatically Digital Marketing Technologies
strategies. Successful completion of
changed the marketing landscape Digital Marketing Landscape & Strategy
the programme will help participants Marketing Communications in a Digital
and the way that businesses identify,
grow their career opportunities in this Era
communicate and engage with
dynamic sector. Design, User Experience & Content
consumers. Marketing professionals Writing
must navigate and embrace this Data Analytics & Consumer Insights
What follow-on study Digital Marketing Research Project
new and dynamic landscape. The
opportunities are available?
MSc in Digital Marketing at Institute
of Technology Carlow is aimed at Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD)
graduates and professionals seeking study opportunities upon successful
to explore the strategic implications completion of this programme.
of the digital era and to develop their
career path in digital marketing. Potential employment
opportunities
This innovative and exciting Graduates of this programme can
programme will provide potential expect career opportunities in areas
learners with an opportunity to such as: Digital Marketing Consulting,
study for a MSc in Digital Marketing eCRM, Social Media Management,
corresponding to a Level 9 qualification User Experience Management, Data
(90 credits) or a Postgraduate Diploma Analytics and Brand Management.
(60 credits). Digital Marketing opportunities exist
in all industries from SMEs to global
The MSc combines academic study
multinationals and financial services
and industry exposure to deliver a
to the arts.
programme that has a strong focus
on current and emerging research and
Special features of this
practice. Application may also be made
programme
to the Level 9 Postgraduate Diploma in
Digital Marketing (60 credits). Learners will have an opportunity to
work on live business projects.
What will I be able to
do when I finish the
programme?
The MSc in Digital Marketing is
designed to help learners identify
Entry requirements
Although applications are welcome from a broad range of
disciplines, ideal candidates will come from a marketing
background and/or demonstrate an interest in and aptitude for
digital marketing. Candidates should hold a recognised third level
Honours Degree (Level 8 – minimum 2nd class Honours) in:
• Marketing or a business discipline
• Computer Science or
• Cognate programmes.
Applicants applying for entry through progression routes other
than those listed above will be considered through IT Carlow’s
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy.
Shortlisted applicants may be called for interview.
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Interaction Design course listings
NFQ LEVEL 9
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT – DURATION LOCATION
HUMANITIES
Dr Eileen Doyle-Walsh 1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW
BA, MLitt, PhD
E: eileen.doyle@itcarlow.ie
What subjects will I study? What is the MA in • User Experience Designer/Consultant/
Interaction Design about? Engineer
Framing User Experience
• User Interface Designer
Principles of Interaction Design Interaction design focuses on shaping
Prototyping Interactions • Mobile App Designer/Developer
things for people’s use and behaviour
Design Entrepreneurship • Design Entrepreneur
and includes designing interactive
Human Interface Design • Web Designer
Communication Design
digital products, environments, visual
communication systems, and services. • Front End/Content Developer
Design Research Methods
Design Project Dissertation Interaction design is the synthesis and • Digital Media Designer
imagining of things as they might be, • Visual Designer
rather than focusing on how things • Communications Designer
actually are, with a focus on satisfying • Multi-disciplinary Design Studios
the needs and desires of the end user. • Strategic Design Thinkers
This programme is specifically designed • Design Manager
for honours graduates in product and • Product /Industrial/Service Designer
industrial design, multimedia and game
• Design Thinking
design, visual communication design,
• Product Designer
architecture, engineering and other
• Industrial Designer
design related fields. This Masters
• Service Designer.
programme has been developed by
Institute of Technology Carlow in
What follow-on study
consultation with industry and is
opportunities are available?
delivered though the combination of
self-directed learning and graduate Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD)
research within the structured study opportunities upon successful
environment of a taught programme. completion of this programme.
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in
The aim is to nurture and support a Interaction Design is an Embedded Exit
unique interdisciplinary approach to Award.
research and learning in this area. The
programme is centred around the Special features of this
development and delivery of a major programme
project which can be either practice or This Masters programme sits within the
theory based. Department of Humanities at Institute
of Technology Carlow which facilitates
What will I be able to the culture of design lead research and
do when I finish the learning. Our programme facilitates
programme? a culture of interdisciplinary learning
This programme will provide graduates embedded within the ethos of a studio
with a unique opportunity to gain a based educational environment.
competitive edge prior to embarking
on a career in design or related fields.
Entry requirements
Graduates may also adopt research
and advisory roles in relation to A Level 8 Honours Degree in Product or Industrial Design,
new product development and Games Design, Visual Communication Design, or other
development of the provision of related design disciplines such as Architecture or Engineering
(minimum 2nd class Honours). Candidates with significant
creative services in practice. experience in the design services sector (as determined by the
Institute’s recognition of prior learning policy), in addition to
Potential employment opportunities an Honours primary degree in another discipline area may also
include: be considered for entry on a case-by-case basis through IT
Carlow’s RPL system. Applicants applying for entry via routes
• Interaction Designer other than that listed above will be considered on a case-by-
case basis through IT Carlow’s RPL system.
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NFQ LEVEL 8
DURATION LOCATIONS LIFELONG LEARNING
1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW Joseph Collins
1 YEAR – FULL-TIME WEXFORD BA, HDipEd, STB, MEd, STL
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - BUSINESS
What is the programme exist in logistics and distribution. This
about? work involves using sophisticated
Dr Martin Meagher
computerised planning tools such as BComm, MBA, MA, FCA, PhD
This one-year graduate diploma
MRP/ERP, interacting and negotiating E: martin.meagher@itcarlow.ie
programme has been designed for
with external suppliers and internal
graduates of business and non-
customers and contributing to project
business disciplines in order to equip What subjects will I study?
management as members of cross-
them with the necessary knowledge
functional teams. Purchasing and Supplier Management
and competencies in Supply Chain
Strategic Management
Management and business. Supply
What follow-on study Supply Chain Planning and Control
Chain Management is concerned with Global Logistics and Supply Chain
opportunities are available? Management
the management of the flow of goods
and information through the value This qualification will allow the Strategic Procurement
participant to apply for the MBA or Elective Subjects
chain, from materials acquisition to
MB, depending on his/her business Work Based Research Project
final consumption. Put more simply,
Dissertation
SCM is about being right: it is about experience, and continue to develop
getting the right product, in the right and extend his/her skills base and
quantity, at the right quality, in the knowledge at NFQ Level 9.
right place at the right time, for the
Potential employment
right consumer at the right cost. In
opportunities
achieving all of this, supply chain
management takes on many of the • Supply Chain/Warehouse/Inventory
functions of a business including: Control Manager
forecasting, inventory management, • Purchasing Manager
purchasing management, warehouse • Operations Manager
management, information technology • Production Manager
and transport management. • Procurement Manager
Management professionals in logistics • Business Development Manager
and supply chain management • Supply Chain/Logistics Consultant.
functions also work closely with other
areas of the business including human
resource management, manufacturing,
marketing and finance.
What will I be able to
do when I finish this
programme?
Graduates of this programme will
find employment opportunities in
all manufacturing sectors including:
electronics; pharmaceuticals and food
processing - as buyers and material
planners. Many opportunities also
Entry requirements
Applicants require an NFQ Level 8 Award or equivalent, for
entry to this programme. Other applicants will be considered
on an individual basis in accordance with the Institute policy on
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). The department reserves the
right to require applicants to attend for interview to determine their
suitability for the programme.
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Business Marketing course listings
NFQ LEVEL 8
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT – SPORT, DURATION LOCATION
MEDIA AND MARKETING
Myles Kelly 1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW
BComm, DipCompSc, FCA, MA
E: myles.kelly@itcarlow.ie
What subjects will I study? What is the programme What will I be able to
New Product Innovation about? do when I finish this
Marketing Management This programme provides students programme?
International Marketing with an advanced knowledge of the Marketing is a fundamental element
Consumer Psychology & Insights
principles of marketing. The modules of all organisations and as a result, this
Market Research Theory & Practice
Selling
have been designed to equip successful programme will help prepare you for
Elective Subjects graduates with the up-to-date skills job opportunities across all industry
Integrated Marketing Communications and competencies to enable them to: sectors - private, public and voluntary.
Digital Marketing Communications • pursue a career in any marketing
oriented environment, in a large Depending on your undergraduate
multinational corporation or a small- degree, some examples of potential
to-medium sized business in Ireland roles include:
and abroad;
• New Business Development, Client
• participate in and manage Manager, Customer Service Manager,
cross-functional teams with an Customer Insights;
appreciation and understanding
• New Product Development Manager/
of relationship management,
Technologist;
changing consumer behaviour
and communication across any • Brand Executive, Product Executive,
organisation; Trade Marketing Executive;
• Identify, analyse and propose • Compliance Manager, Business
innovative solutions to key marketing Analyst, Business solutions
issues; consultant;
• Use and develop their critical • Sales and Marketing Executive,
analytical skills , providing a Digital Marketing Executive,
competitive edge in a rapidly Technical Sales Manager.
changing marketing sector;
What follow-on study
• Develop, contribute to and lead out
opportunities are available?
marketing strategies and campaigns
for new product innovation; This qualification will allow the
• apply and develop their digital participant to apply for the MBA, MB
marketing skills to real world or MSc in Digital Marketing, depending
practise. on his/her business experience and
continue to develop and extend his/her
skills base and knowledge at Level 9.
Entry requirements
• Applicants from a non-business discipline require an NFQ Level 8
Award or equivalent, for entry to this programme.
• Applicants from a business discipline require an NTQ Level 7
Award or equivalent, for entry to this programme.
• Other applicants will be considered on an individual basis in
accordance with the Institute policy on Recognition of Prior
Learning (RPL).
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course listings Business in Business Management
NFQ LEVEL 8
DURATION LOCATIONS LIFELONG LEARNING
1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW Joseph Collins
WICKLOW BA, HDipEd, STB, MEd, STL
WEXFORD E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What is this programme What follow-on study What subjects will I study?
about? opportunities are available?
Management Accounting
This one-year graduate Higher Diploma This programme will give graduates Corporate Governance & Business
programme is designed for graduates the basis and maturity to proceed Practice
Strategic Human Resource Management
of non-business disciplines in order to the MBA or MB taught part-time
Work based research project
to equip them with the necessary programmes depending on their
International Business
knowledge and competencies for general business experience. Strategic Management
management in business. It will
provide graduates with an in-depth Exam information
understanding of the contemporary Modules completed in Term 1 will,
business environment. where applicable be examined in early
December 2019. Modules completed
The programme will enable graduates
in Term 2 will, where applicable, be
to further develop, consolidate and
examined in May 2020.
synthesize their knowledge and skills
through experience, professional and/
or academic education and improve
their overall employment prospects.
What will I be able to
do when I finish the
programme?
This programme will provide
candidates with extensive knowledge
of the many business disciplines
that influence business and strategic
decisions, thus enabling them to
pursue management roles in their
chosen discipline and across an
organisation.
Entry requirements
Graduates with Level 8 qualifications.
Other applicants will be considered on a
case-by-case basis through completion
of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
IT Carlow reserves the right to require
applicants to attend for an interview
to determine their suitability for the
programme.
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69-71 for full
Business in International Business course listings
NFQ LEVEL 8
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - BUSINESS DURATION LOCATION
Dr Martin Meagher 1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW
BComm, MBA, MA, FCA, PhD
E: martin.meagher@itcarlow.ie
What subjects will I study? What is this programme What will I be able to
Strategic Management about? do when I finish the
International Business This one-year graduate diploma programme?
Applied Business Solutions programme has been designed for Graduates will be equipped to manage
International Marketing
graduates of business and non- and lead teams in multinational
Business Finance
Elective Subjects
business disciplines in order to organisations. They will also be able to
International Economics equip them with the necessary contribute to and develop the strategy
Organisational Behaviour knowledge and competencies of that organisation.
Corporate Governance and Business required in international business.
Practice Graduates of this programme will
International business is concerned
Business Information Systems
with contemporary issues in business find employment in a variety of
from both a national and international settings that promise a wide choice of
perspective. Learners will have leading flexibility and variety. Many graduates
knowledge of contemporary theories, of this programme may start their
concepts and issues concerning career in the domestic operations of
international business in today’s an organisation and then progress to
society. In addition, the modules managing and coordinating global
blend both theory, practice and operations.
policy to ensure that the learner
Some examples of potential job
will be able to manage, develop and
opportunities include:
lead organisations in the sector. The
• Banking
programme will also provide learners
• International marketing and sales
with critical thinking tools to enable
• Customer service
them to succeed in the field of
business. It will provide learners with a • Importing and exporting enterprises.
critical understanding of concepts and
approaches to enable individuals and
What follow-on study
groups to realise their potential.
opportunities are available?
This qualification will allow the
participant to apply for the MBA or
MB, depending on his/her business
experience, and continue to develop
and extend his/her skills base and
knowledge at Level 9.
Entry requirements
Applicants require an NFQ 8 or equivalent
for entry to this programme.
Other applicants will be considered on
an individual basis in accordance with the
IT Carlow policy on Recognition of Prior
Learning (RPL).
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course listings Business in International Financial Services
NFQ LEVEL 8
DURATION LOCATIONS LIFELONG LEARNING
1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW Joseph Collins
BA, HDipEd, STB, MEd, STL
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What is this programme What will I be able to What subjects will I study?
about? do when I finish the
Mutual Fund Accounting
This Higher Diploma in International programme? Hedge Fund Accounting
Financial Services is designed to On completion of this programme, Legal and Regulatory Aspects of
Financial Services
provide participants with specific students will have knowledge and
Project Management and
knowledge of fund administration, understanding of the international Communications
project management, data analysis financial services industry. The Data Analysis and Risk
and reporting within the financial programme will also develop their Work-based Research Project
sector. It will give participants the intellectual and practical skills via
tools they need to understand the the analysis and evaluation of funds
fundamentals of this international administration, project management,
industry and the various roles that data analytics and compliance.
offer employment within it. This
programme is designed to appeal to What follow-on study
those who are looking to re-skill or opportunities are available?
up-skill to gain employment in the This programme will give graduates
International Financial Services Sector. the basis and maturity to proceed
The applied nature of this programme to the Master of Business or other
is reflected in the combination masters programmes related to the
of project management and data Financial Services Sector, depending on
analysis alongside accounting and their general business experience.
administration modules which focus
on developing the student’s knowledge Exam information
of the International Financial Services
Modules completed in Term 1 will,
Sector, fund management and all the
where applicable, be examined in early
regulatory requirements nationally,
December 2019. Modules completed
at EU level and at international levels.
in Term 2 will, where applicable, be
All participants will improve their
examined in May 2020.
knowledge, numeracy skills, IT skills
and commercial awareness of the
industry.
Entry requirements
Applicants require an NFQ Level 7 or
8 Award, or equivalent, for entry to
this programme. Other applicants will
be considered on an individual basis in
accordance with the Institute policy
on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
IT Carlow reserve the right to require
applicants to attend for interview
to determine their suitability for the
programme.
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Business in Tourism Marketing course listings
NFQ LEVEL 8
LIFELONG LEARNING DURATION LOCATION
Joseph Collins 1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW
BA, HDipEd, STB, MEd, STL WEXFORD
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie WICKLOW
What subjects will I study? What is this programme What follow-on study
Marketing and Brand Communications about? opportunities are available?
Online Marketing Strategy and Practice This is a one-year Higher Diploma This programme will give graduates
Management and Financial Planning designed for those who would like to the basis and maturity to proceed to
Work Based Research Project
change career, or who may already the Master of Business or, the MSc in
Tourism Operations
Strategic Tourism Marketing
be employed in the tourism industry. Digital Marketing taught part-time
As the economy continues to recover, programmes, depending on their
more graduates will be required general business experience.
to work in the tourism sector. This
programme addresses the need for Potential employment
graduates with knowledge in the opportunities
area of culture, tourism operations, • Travel Agent
marketing (including e-marketing) and • Customer Service Assistant/Manager
general business. • Supervisor/Team manager
• Tour Manager
What will I be able to • Tourist Guide
do when I finish the • Tourist Information Centre Assistant
programme?
• Other tourism related commercial
On completion of the programme, operations.
students should be able to:
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge,
skills and competencies in
strategic planning and sustainable
development of tourism
management (business and services)
in the context of location, resources
and markets.
• Analyse frameworks to provide
both theory and practical tools of
information in Business and Tourism
Marketing.
• Understand the linkage between
competitive dynamics, macro and
micro economics and the economic
benefit to the tourism industry.
Entry requirements
Applicants require an NFQ Level 7 or 8
Major Award in business or a level 8 Major
Award in a non-business area for entry
to this programme. Other applicants
will be considered on an individual basis
in accordance with the Institute policy
on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
IT Carlow reserve the right to require
applicants to attend for interview
to determine their suitability for the
programme.
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course listings Business in Aquabusiness
NFQ LEVEL 8
DURATION LOCATIONS PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
1 YEAR – PART-TIME WEXFORD Dr Janette Davies
BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD, MMII
E: janette.davies@itcarlow.ie
What is this programme farming and development of core What subjects will I study?
about? skills in this sector, graduates of this
Aquabusiness Economics
programme will be able to:
Developed in partnership with Bord Law and Regulation for Aquabusiness
Iascaigh Mhara (BIM – The Irish Sea • Undertake strategic analysis for Strategic and Innovation Management
market development;
Fisheries Board), this programme offers Financial Management and Planning
• Understand and analyse key issues Marketing Management in Aquabusiness
opportunities for those individuals
within compliance, legal and Work Placement
interested in the seafood industry. regulatory affairs in the sector;
The programme will be of interest to • Innovate and build local and
those looking to enter management international marketing strategies;
roles in aquabusiness, aqua economics; • Better manage, communicate
financial or regulatory roles in R&D and build greater capacity and
or in a seafood processing company functionality across teams;
or those interested in starting an • Efficiently and effectively undertake
aquabusiness. economic pricing and financial
analysis for better decision making.
This programme offers opportunities
for personal development to explore Special Features of this
new insights in strategic thinking and programme
to enhance presentation skills for This programme has been designed
supervisory roles in emerging growth and developed with industry experts
areas for the Aqua sector. in BIM to provide real world practical
skills and education to learners who
What will I be able to will have the opportunity to work on
do when I finish the live business projects within the aqua
programme? business sector and complete site visits
Graduates will have the ability through and work experience.
project work to prepare aquabusiness
(aquaculture, fisheries and seafood
processing) plans to extend a product
range and develop export markets.
With a focus on sustainable fish
Entry requirements
This course is designed to cater for the
aqua, fisheries and bio-products sectors of
the seafood industry.
Applicants with major degrees at Level 7
(QQI Level 7 or equivalent). In addition,
those with extensive work experience on
fish farms or in fisheries occupations may
be eligible under the IT Carlow recognition
of prior learning policy (RPL). All applicants
will be considered on a case by case basis.
IT Carlow reserves the right to require
applicants to attend for an interview
to determine their suitability for the
programme.
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