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INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY CARLOW
POSTGRADUATE
PROSPECTUS 2020
POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2020
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
Engage
Learn
Innovate
Lead
CARLOW
WEXFORD
and WICKLOW
Engage
Learn
Innovate
Lead
CARLOW
WEXFORD
and WICKLOW 1
CONTENTS
Your Success Is Our Success
2
Welcome from the President 4
Graduate Attributes 5
Athena SWAN Bronze Award 6
Celebrating Fifty Years 7
The Institute by Numbers 8
Institute Innovation Programmes 2017-2021 10
Postgraduate Opportunities 12
How to Apply 14
Postgraduate Programmes – Taught Masters: Carlow Campus 16
Postgraduate Programmes – Taught Masters: Wexford Campus 44
Postgraduate Programmes – Taught Masters: Wicklow Campus 58
Graduate Profiles 68
Postgraduate Research Masters and Doctoral Degrees 70
Life at Institute of Technology Carlow 82
Institute of Technology Carlow facilities 84
International office 86
Carlow town 88
Wexford campus & town 89
Wicklow campus & town 90
Dates for your diary 91
Key contact details 92
Postgraduate programmes, codes and fees 2020 93-95
3
WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT
Institute of Technology Carlow Postgraduate Prospectus 2020-2021
Choosing the right higher education institution and research opportunities across our Centres of
postgraduate programme are amongst the most Research and Enterprise (CORES). Many of
important decisions you will make. I am delighted our programmes bring our learners into direct
that you are considering Institute of Technology contact with professional practice through
Carlow. various means, including work placements,
industry-based projects and clinical placements.
We are a learner-centred higher education provider
This translates into programmes of study and
dedicated to the creation of an environment where
internationally recognised qualifications across
our learners can achieve their full potential and
a range of discipline areas that are very relevant
where our graduates are fully equipped to achieve
to real career opportunities in the employment
the highest personal and professional standards.
marketplace, present and future.
This is supported by exceptional people, high-
quality programmes, excellent infrastructure and You will find out more by reading our postgraduate
international partnerships and networks. prospectus, visiting our campuses in Carlow,
Wexford and Wicklow and by visiting our website
Currently home to almost 8,500 learners, we
and social media platforms where you will discover
have more than 55,000 graduates to date
what our learners and graduates have to say about
achieving their career and personal goals across
us.
the globe. Our alumni are working with the most
prestigious companies in the world, including By selecting Institute of Technology Carlow, you
the top computing, pharmaceutical and financial are choosing to be amongst the most sought after
organisations. With the second-highest graduates by employers. I wish you well with your
percentage of postgraduate learners in the choice and application and hope that I will soon be
Irish technological higher education sector, welcoming you to our Institute.
we have a broad range of taught advanced
postgraduate programmes and postgraduate Dr Patricia Mulcahy
President
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INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY CARLOW
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• I think imaginatively and
differently
• I can demonstrate a
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of a particular discipline area
• I find innovative
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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
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adaptable to different • I can analyse critically
environments
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• I am ethically aware
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• 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
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cultures • I learn from what I do • I am professionally ready
• I am open to new • I seek learning
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experience opportunities
• I am curious
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• I continue to learn
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• I am a reflective
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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.
5
Institute of Technology Carlow Awarded Athena
SWAN Bronze Award for Advancing Gender Equality
In May 2019, Institute of Technology Carlow work
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was awarded the Bronze Athena SWAN Award by undertaken
CU
Advance HE in recognition of our work in advancing in arts,
GEND
gender equality in academia, and in promoting humanities,
diversity and inclusion for staff and students in social sciences, R
C HA R T E
R
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higher education. It is one of only two Institutes of business and
Technology to be recognised in this way. law (AHSSBL),
and in professional and support roles, and for trans
Welcoming the announcement, Dr Patricia
staff and students. The charter now recognises
Mulcahy, President, said, “This is a highly significant
work undertaken to address gender equality more
achievement, placing the Institute amongst
broadly, and not just barriers to progression that
the first in the Technological Sector to achieve
affect women.
this award, and amongst the first in the higher
education sector to achieve the award under the In a major national initiative supported by the HEA,
expanded Athena SWAN Charter. Achieving this the Athena SWAN Charter was launched in Ireland
award under the expanded charter is particularly in early 2015.
noteworthy as it recognises a commitment
The Bronze Athena SWAN award serves as the
across the Institute to addressing gender equality
initial level of award, certifying an institution’s
challenges in higher education more broadly,
commitment to the 10 key principles of the Athena
including, but not limited to, those experienced by
SWAN Charter. Institutions are required to perform
women.”
a critical self-analysis to identify problem areas and
The Athena SWAN Charter is a flagship indicate that a plan has been developed to address
accreditation scheme which recognises action these areas.
to address gender equality within our higher
The Institutional Bronze Award for Institute of
education institutions. Advance HEs Athena
Technology Carlow recognises that our Institute
SWAN Charter was initially established in 2005
has a solid foundation for eliminating gender bias
to encourage and recognise commitment to
and developing an inclusive culture that values all.
advancing the careers of women in science,
We will now build further upon this in the coming
technology, engineering, maths and medicine
months and years through the implementation and
(STEMM) in higher education and research. The
further development of our gender equality action
charter was subsequently expanded to recognise
plan and related initiatives.
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INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY CARLOW
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
We will celebrate our 50th Anniversary in 2020 current and future generations. It was within
and to mark this milestone year in our history, this tradition that Institute of Technology
we will host a series of activities; reflecting on Carlow was established in 1970. Over the
50 years of changing the country and world, following years, Institute of Technology Carlow’s
acknowledging the people who have made learner population has grown in numbers
it possible and looking to the future as we and nationalities, surpassing the original
continue to evolve and lead. expectations of its founders. With a current
student and staff cohort of almost 10,000
For the past fifty years, we have made it our
across centres in Carlow, Wexford and Wicklow,
mission to open up education for all. As one
the Institute, together with partners in industry,
of the largest technological higher education
government and community, continues to play
institutions in the country, we have already
a key role in driving economic growth and social
empowered over 55,000 graduates to transform
development in the regions and country it was
their lives through learning, while helping
established to serve.
to build stronger communities and drive the
creation of a vibrant economy. Our success is With the signing of the country’s Technological
founded on our long-standing commitment Universities Act into law in 2018, Institute
and responsiveness to providing essential of Technology Carlow is on the cusp of
higher education and research opportunities Technological University designation, a
that underpin the economic, social, and cultural development which will see the Institute further
growth of Ireland, and our capacity to change, evolve and lead once again.
innovate and lead in a constantly changing
Institute of Technology Carlow is grateful to
environment.
the educators and learners, the thinkers and
Carlow has always been a centre of knowledge, collaborators who have joined us on our journey
scholarship and innovation. The region boasts to reach this milestone year. We look forward to
a rich heritage of education, imagination celebrating our 50th anniversary in 2020 and,
and technological discovery. Tyndall, Dargan, in reflecting on how far we have come, look to
Haughton, Lonsdale, Shackleton and Berkeley the next 50 years of knowledge and innovation,
are just some of the thinkers and educators of openness and engagement, of ambition and
from this part of Ireland who continue to inspire success.
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THE INSTITUTE BY NUMBERS...
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
65 sport clubs and societies
70 % participation rate
2,500+
Major Award 8,448 Learners
Graduates
Annually
851 Staff
3 Campuses
827 Million
15% Funding
OF THE Assisting
different
STUDENT 750+ SMEs
nationalities
on campus BODY R&D Solutions
Knowledge Transfer
and Commercialisation
Enterprise Development
Cross-border Innovation
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••
20 - 18
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
17
of SOUTH EAST IRELAND
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••
2nd largest
highest % of
INTERNATIONAL
IOT 2018
LEARNERS Total Enrolments
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
in the
TECHNOLOGICAL
SECTOR
OVER 55,000
GRADUATES TO DATE
Intel | IBM AIB | State Street
UNUM | SAP BNY Mellon
Bank of Ireland
LotusWorks Citibank
9INNOVATION PROGRAMMES 2017-2021 10
R&D ENTERPRISE
SOLUTIONS DEVELOPMENT
Solving close-to-market Assisting entrepreneurs
commercial needs and start-ups
€1.0M Funding €5.3M Funding
250 Projects (€3M value) 270 Entrepreneurs Assisted
15 Managed Consultancy 50 Phase 2 Client Enterprises
Projects
5 HPSUs
230 SMEs Assisted
RESEARCH
INDUSTRY
€27M
FUNDING
ASSISTING
750 SMEs
€3.9M Funding (Consortia)
€16.8M Funding
35 Invention Disclosures
250 SMEs Assisted
11 Licences/Assignments
80 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
11POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
Institute of Technology Carlow
Institute of Technology Carlow has a range of students in that stream until they complete their
high quality programmes that offer suitably Diploma. Postgraduate Diplomas are also offered
qualified primary degree holders (NFQ level as an exit award, should a student leave their
8) exciting opportunities to progress to higher Masters programme prior to completion.
awards (Higher Diploma, Masters and Doctoral
Masters Degree (NFQ Level 9)
degrees). These opportunities may be undertaken
Institute of Technology Carlow offers two types
by research and thesis, or through taught
of Masters degree programme: taught Masters
programmes. Programmes are available in full-
programmes and research Masters programmes.
time and/or part-time modes across our three
The taught Masters degree is awarded following
main campuses in Carlow, Wexford and Wicklow.
the completion of a programme of one to two
Higher Diplomas (NFQ Level 8-60 credits) years duration (typically 90 ECTS credits). Entry
and Postgraduate Diplomas (NFQ Level 9-60 to a taught programme leading to a Masters
credits) award is typically for holders of Honours
The Higher Diploma is normally awarded Bachelor degrees. In certain circumstances,
following completion of a programme of one year entry to such programmes may be considered
duration (60 ECTS credits). Entry requirements for holders of Ordinary Bachelor Degrees
to a programme leading to a Higher Diploma or equivalent. Research Masters Degree
differ across programmes so please refer to entry programmes are typically of two years duration
requirements for each individual programme. A where learners undertake a substantial piece of
Higher Diploma is typically in a different field of research. The project is carried out under the
learning than the initial award. guidance of an experienced supervisor.
Entry requirements for Postgraduate Diplomas Learning outcomes at this level relate to the
are typically the same as for the Masters demonstration of knowledge and understanding
programme but are completed at NFQ Level at the forefront of a field of learning. Outcomes
9 and require completion of just 60 credits. relate to the application of knowledge,
Students undertake the same subjects as Masters understanding and problem solving abilities
12in 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
13HOW 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 93-95 of the prospectus
programmes and PAC codes on for a full detailed listing of all postgraduate
pages 93-95. 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 14 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
or send by post and change.
CHOOSE YOUR www.pac.ie.
REGISTER ONLINE at
PROGRAMME from our
www.pac.ie.
prospectus or on the
Institute of Technology
Carlow website.
14note 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 2020/2021.
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 14 days
apply for multiple postgraduate programmes at Institute
which may be paid online via the PAC system. This deposit is
of Technology Carlow. Applications will be considered in
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.
15POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES – CARLOW CAMPUS
TAUGHT MASTERS
HEAD OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
Dr Brian Jackson
BA, PhD
E: brian.jackson@itcarlow.ie
Development Office
T: 059 9175000
16BUSINESS, DIGITAL MARKETING & DESIGN
Master of Business in Business 18
Master of Business Administration (MBA) 19
Master of Science in Supply Chain Management 20
Master of Science in Digital Marketing 21
Master of Arts in Interaction Design 22
Higher Diploma in Business in Supply Chain Management 23
Higher Diploma in Business Marketing 24
Higher Diploma in Business in Business Management 25
Higher Diploma in Business in International Business 26
Higher Diploma in Business in International Financial Services 27
Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing 28
Higher Diploma in Arts in Digital Media Design 29
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES
Master of Arts in Child, Youth and Family Studies 30
Master of Arts in Teaching & Learning 31
Master of Arts in Leadership in Early Years Education and Care 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 Information Technology Management 35
Master of Science in Data Science 36
Higher Diploma in Science in Computing 37
HEALTH & SPORT
Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning 38
Master of Science in Sports Performance Analysis 39
SCIENCE
Master of Science in Medical Device Regulatory Affairs 40
Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs 41
ENGINEERING
Master of Science in Applied Research and Innovation 42
17Refer to pages Master of Business
93-95 for full
course listings Business
NFQ LEVEL 9
DURATION LOCATION HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - BUSINESS
1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW Dr Martin Meagher
2 YEARS – PART-TIME BComm, MBA, MA, FCA, PhD
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
What will I be able to Dissertation
knowledge and competencies in a
do when I finish the Strategic Marketing Management
real-world workplace environment.
programme? Strategic Human Resource Management
The programme equips graduates with
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
the attributes required by business In a job market increasingly Management
to make an immediate contribution featuring primary honours degree Communications for Professional Life
to the organisation through its work holders, this Masters Programme, Work Placement
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.
18MBA Refer to pages
93-95 for full
Master of Business Administration (MBA) course listings
NFQ LEVEL 9
LIFELONG LEARNING MANAGER DURATION LOCATION
Eoin O’Brien 2 YEARS – PART-TIME CARLOW
BA, DBS, CBS, Cert Mgmt, MBA
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
presentations and team projects,
Advanced Strategic Management This programme provides an
networking amongst students from
Strategic Business Finance opportunity for students to study for
different industries and backgrounds
Strategic Marketing Analysis & a Masters in Business Administration,
Implementation and provides a challenging but open
corresponding to a Level 9
Corporate Governance and reflective environment to discuss
Qualification (90 ECTS credits).
Advanced Research Methods and research current issues affecting
Commercial Dispute, Negotiation and This comprehensive MBA programme the business world on a global scale.
Resolution
provides a structured, evidenced-
Dissertation
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 case-by-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.
19Refer to pages Master of Science
93-95 for full
course listings Supply Chain Management
NFQ LEVEL 9
DURATION LOCATION LIFELONG LEARNING MANAGER
1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW Eoin O’Brien
2 YEARS – PART-TIME BA, DBS, CBS, Cert Mgmt, MBA
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What is the programme • Communicate effectively with teams What subjects will I study?
about? at all levels internally and build more
sustainable, beneficial relationships Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
This Masters programme offers a along all stages of the supply chain Communications for Supply Chain
robust understanding of the concepts from supplier to customer. Professionals
and best practices in Supply Chain Research Project SCM
Management for application in What follow-on study Performance Management
today’s global economy. Supply chain opportunities are available? Supply Chain Financial Management
management and sourcing have Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD) Sustainable Supply Chains
become a central focus for companies study opportunities upon successful Research Methods
due to the rapid changes in demand completion of this programme. Strategic Supply Management
for products and services, globalisation Global Logistics and Technology
and technology. With operations Potential employment
becoming more complex, companies opportunities
in the manufacturing, retail and In light of current skills shortages in
technological sectors are searching for industry in the area of Supply Chain The Expert Group on
individuals with supply chain expertise. Management, this Masters programme Future Skills Needs
This programme has been designed in will provide participants seeking jobs Statement of Activity 2014
collaboration with industry to address in this sector with a competitive
those needs. edge. For those participants currently ‘The EGFSN forecasts that, due
to an anticipated expansion in
working in the area, the programme
What will I be able to will enhance existing roles both on
the sector, and the replacement
do when I finish the a professional and personal level by
demand arising from the
programme? retirement/exiting of those
building on the practical skills and employed in core Freight,
On completion, graduates of the techniques required to succeed. It Transport, Distribution and
programme will be able to: will also develop critical skills in Logistics occupations, some 13,500
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of areas such as process improvement, to 15,500 job vacancies could
theory and practice of Supply Chain resource management, analytical and become available over the period
Management to a variety of industry 2015-2020.
critical thinking, communication and
operations;
sourcing and managing quality-led
• Build and develop multi-disciplinary There is a need for a consistent
sustainable supply chains from supplier
teams across all functions to bring supply of suitably trained staff, as
about radical improvements in to customer.
well as a need to retain and upskill
supply chain capability; those currently working in the
This Masters programme will prepare
• Effectively plan and manage sector. As staff progress through
resources at each stage of the supply graduates to work in a number of job
their careers, there is a requirement
chain; roles: for training in additional skills for
• Use critical thinking and research • Supply Chain Analyst or Manager both operations and management
skills to design/redesign, implement • Project Managers roles.’
and improve more sustainable,
• Logistics Managers
competitive and quality led supply
chains from supplier to customer; • Operations consultants/
Manufacturing or Service Operations
Managers
• Warehouse/Inventory Manager
Entry requirements
• Purchasing Manager/Buyer/Planner.
Entry requirements are a Level 8 degree with a minimum Exit award
of Second Class Honours, Grade 2 in a related discipline
or equivalent. IT Carlow operates a Recognition of Prior Postgraduate Diploma in Science
Experiential Learning (RPL) scheme whereby applicants may in Supply Chain Management is an
be considered, based on relevant work and other experience,
for exemptions from programme modules and advanced entry.
Embedded Exit Award.
All applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The Department reserves the right to require applicants to
attend for an interview to determine their suitability for the
programme.
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Digital Marketing course listings
NFQ LEVEL 9
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 MSc in Digital the strategic implications of digital
Digital Marketing Landscape & Strategy Marketing about? era marketing and to create and
implement effective digital marketing
Marketing Communications in a Digital The digital era has dramatically
Era strategies. Successful completion of
changed the marketing landscape
Data Analytics & Consumer Insights the programme will help participants
and the way that businesses identify,
Strategic Design grow their career opportunities in this
communicate and engage with
Digital Marketing Technologies dynamic sector.
consumers. Marketing professionals
Strategic Marketing Management
must navigate and embrace this
Law and the Digital Environment What follow-on study
new and dynamic landscape. The
Digital Marketing Research Project 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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NFQ LEVEL 9
DURATION LOCATION HEAD OF DEPARTMENT –
HUMANITIES
1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW Dr Eileen Doyle-Walsh
BA, MLitt, PhD
E: eileen.doyle@itcarlow.ie
What is the MA in competitive edge prior to embarking What subjects will I study?
Interaction Design about? on a career in design or related fields.
Framing User Experience
Interaction design focuses on shaping Graduates may also adopt research Principles of Interaction Design
things for people’s use and behaviour and advisory roles in relation to Prototyping Interactions
and includes designing interactive new product development and Design Entrepreneurship
digital products, environments, visual development of the provision of Strategic Design
communication systems, and services. creative services in practice. Communication Design
Interaction design is the synthesis and Design Research Methods
imagining of things as they might be, Potential employment opportunities Design Project Dissertation
rather than focusing on how things include:
actually are, with a focus on satisfying • Interaction Designer
the needs and desires of the end user. • User Experience Designer/Consultant/
This programme is specifically designed Engineer
for honours graduates in product and • User Interface Designer
industrial design, multimedia and game • Mobile App Designer/Developer
design, visual communication design, • Design Entrepreneur
architecture, engineering and other • Web Designer
design related fields. This Masters
• Front End/Content Developer
programme has been developed by
• Digital Media Designer
Institute of Technology Carlow in
• Visual Designer
consultation with industry and is
• Communications Designer
delivered though the combination of
• Multi-disciplinary Design Studios
self-directed learning and graduate
research within the structured • Strategic Design Thinkers
environment of a taught programme. • Design Manager
• Product /Industrial/Service Designer
The aim is to nurture and support a • Design Thinking
unique interdisciplinary approach to • Product Designer
research and learning in this area. The • Industrial Designer
programme is centred around the
• Service Designer.
development and delivery of a major
project which can be either practice or
What follow-on study
theory based.
opportunities are available?
Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD)
What will I be able to
study opportunities upon successful
do when I finish the
completion of this programme.
programme?
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in
This programme will provide graduates
Interaction Design is an Embedded Exit
with a unique opportunity to gain a
Award.
Entry requirements Special features of this
programme
This Masters programme sits within the
A Level 8 Honours Degree in Product or Industrial Design,
Games Design, Visual Communication Design, or other Department of Humanities at Institute
related design disciplines such as Architecture or Engineering of Technology Carlow which facilitates
(minimum 2nd class Honours). Candidates with significant
the culture of design lead research and
experience in the design services sector (as determined by the
Institute’s recognition of prior learning policy), in addition to learning. Our programme facilitates
an Honours primary degree in another discipline area may also a culture of interdisciplinary learning
be considered for entry on a case-by-case basis through IT
embedded within the ethos of a studio
Carlow’s RPL system. Applicants applying for entry via routes
other than that listed above will be considered on a case-by- based educational environment.
case basis through IT Carlow’s RPL system.
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NFQ LEVEL 8
LIFELONG LEARNING MANAGER DURATION LOCATION
Eoin O’Brien 1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW
BA, DBS, CBS, Cert Mgmt, MBA 1 YEAR – FULL-TIME
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - BUSINESS
What is the programme What will I be able to
Dr Martin Meagher about? do when I finish this
BComm, MBA, MA, FCA, PhD This one-year graduate diploma programme?
E: martin.meagher@itcarlow.ie programme has been designed for Graduates of this programme will
graduates of business and non- find employment opportunities in
What subjects will I study? business disciplines in order to equip all manufacturing sectors including:
them with the necessary knowledge electronics; pharmaceuticals and food
Purchasing and Supplier Management
and competencies in Supply Chain processing - as buyers and material
Strategic Management
Management and business. Supply planners. Many opportunities also
Supply Chain Planning and Control
Chain Management is concerned with exist in logistics and distribution. This
Global Logistics and Supply Chain
Management the management of the flow of goods work involves using sophisticated
Strategic Procurement and information through the value computerised planning tools such as
Elective Subjects chain, from materials acquisition to MRP/ERP, interacting and negotiating
Work Based Research Project final consumption. Put more simply, with external suppliers and internal
Dissertation SCM is about being right: it is about customers and contributing to project
getting the right product, in the right management as members of cross-
quantity, at the right quality, in the functional teams.
right place at the right time, for the
right consumer at the right cost. In What follow-on study
achieving all of this, supply chain opportunities are available?
management takes on many of the This qualification will allow the
functions of a business including: participant to apply for the MBA or
forecasting, inventory management, MB, depending on his/her business
purchasing management, warehouse experience, and continue to develop
management, information technology and extend his/her skills base and
and transport management. knowledge at NFQ Level 9.
Management professionals in logistics
and supply chain management Potential employment
functions also work closely with other opportunities
areas of the business including human
• Supply Chain/Warehouse/Inventory
resource management, manufacturing, Control Manager
marketing and finance.
• Purchasing Manager
• Operations Manager
• Production Manager
• Procurement Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Supply Chain/Logistics Consultant.
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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NFQ LEVEL 8
DURATION LOCATION 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 programme What will I be able to What subjects will I study?
about? do when I finish this
New Product Innovation
This programme provides students programme?
Marketing Management
with an advanced knowledge of the Marketing is a fundamental element International Marketing
principles of marketing. The modules of all organisations and as a result, this Consumer Psychology & Insights
have been designed to equip successful programme will help prepare you for Market Research Theory & Practice
graduates with the up-to-date skills job opportunities across all industry Selling
and competencies to enable them to: sectors - private, public and voluntary. Elective Subjects
• Pursue a career in any marketing Integrated Marketing Communications
oriented environment, in a large Depending on your undergraduate
Digital Marketing Communications
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 NFQ 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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NFQ LEVEL 8
LIFELONG LEARNING MANAGER DURATION LOCATION
Eoin O’Brien 1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW
BA, DBS, CBS, Cert Mgmt, MBA
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What subjects will I study? What is this programme What follow-on study
Management Accounting about? opportunities are available?
Corporate Governance & Business This one-year graduate Higher Diploma This programme will give graduates
Practice
programme is designed for graduates the basis and maturity to proceed
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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NFQ LEVEL 8
DURATION LOCATION HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - BUSINESS
1 YEAR – FULL-TIME CARLOW Dr Martin Meagher
BComm, MBA, MA, FCA, PhD
E: martin.meagher@itcarlow.ie
What is this programme What will I be able to What subjects will I study?
about? do when I finish the
Strategic Management
This one-year graduate diploma programme?
International Business
programme has been designed for Graduates will be equipped to manage Applied Business Solutions
graduates of business and non- and lead teams in multinational International Marketing
business disciplines in order to organisations. They will also be able to Business Finance
equip them with the necessary contribute to and develop the strategy Elective Subjects
knowledge and competencies of that organisation. International Economics
required in international business. Organisational Behaviour
International business is concerned Graduates of this programme will
Corporate Governance and Business
with contemporary issues in business find employment in a variety of Practice
from both a national and international settings that promise a wide choice of Business Information Systems
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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NFQ LEVEL 8
LIFELONG LEARNING MANAGER DURATION LOCATION
Eoin O’Brien 1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW
BA, DBS, CBS, Cert Mgmt, MBA
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What subjects will I study? What is this programme What will I be able to
Mutual Fund Accounting about? do when I finish the
Hedge Fund Accounting This Higher Diploma in International programme?
Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Financial Services is designed to On completion of this programme,
Financial Services
provide participants with specific students will have knowledge and
Project Management and
Communications knowledge of fund administration, understanding of the international
Data Analysis and Risk project management, data analysis financial services industry. The
Work-based Research Project and reporting within the financial programme will also develop their
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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NFQ LEVEL 8
DURATION LOCATION LIFELONG LEARNING MANAGER
1 YEAR – PART-TIME CARLOW Eoin O’Brien
BA, DBS, CBS, Cert Mgmt, MBA
E: LLL@itcarlow.ie
What is this programme • Analyse frameworks to provide What subjects will I study?
about? both theory and practical tools of
information in Business and Tourism Marketing and Brand Communications
This is a one-year Higher Diploma Marketing. Online Marketing Strategy and Practice
designed for those who would like to • Understand the linkage between Management and Financial Planning
change career, or who may already competitive dynamics, macro and Work Based Research Project
be employed in the tourism industry. micro economics and the economic
Tourism Operations
As the economy continues to recover, benefit to the tourism industry.
Strategic Tourism Marketing
more graduates will be required What follow-on study
to work in the tourism sector. This opportunities are available?
programme addresses the need for
This programme will give graduates
graduates with knowledge in the
the basis and maturity to proceed to
area of culture, tourism operations,
the Master of Business or, the MSc in
marketing (including e-marketing) and
Digital Marketing taught part-time
general business.
programmes, depending on their
general business experience.
What will I be able to
do when I finish the Potential employment
programme? opportunities
On completion of the programme, • Travel Agent
students should be able to: • Customer Service Assistant/Manager
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge, • Supervisor/Team manager
skills and competencies in
strategic planning and sustainable • Tour Manager
development of tourism • Tourist Guide
management (business and services) • Tourist Information Centre Assistant
in the context of location, resources
• Other tourism related commercial
and markets.
operations.
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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