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Virtual Open Day 2020/2021 Pontifical University, St Patrick’s College, Maynooth - Theology & Arts (MU001) - Theology (MU002) Author: Barbara Mahon Admissions & Marketing Officer MAYNOOTHCOLLEGE.IE
Welcome to Pontifical University,
St Patrick’s College, Maynooth
We're delighted that you're joining us for Virtual Open Day!
Here's what we'll be covering:
• 30 seconds of our beautiful campus • Entry requirements & how
• Who we are and what we offer to apply
• What is Theology? • Mature Applicants
• 24 subjects to combine with Theology • Some fun facts
• Career options • Take our Quiz
• Our Alumni • Next steps / Contact us
• Scholarships
• Accommodation
• Erasmus
Have A Look Around: 30 seconds of campus life https://bit.ly/lifeoncampus30secs
Who We Are & What We Offer:
o Founded in 1795: A long history of education –
we've been celebrating our 225 anniversary
this last year!
o We share our campus & facilities with
Maynooth University
We offer 2 x Three Year Undergraduate Degrees:
o Baccalaureate in Theology & Arts (BATh)
(MU001) (Joint award with Maynooth University)
https://bit.ly/BAThMU001
o Baccalaureate in Theology (BTh) (MU002)
https://bit.ly/BThMU002
Interesting fact...
What is Theology?(i) We have over 600 students across
our Undergraduate &
Postgraduate programmes
o An academic subject like any other
o Examines the big questions in life: "Who am I",
"Why are we here?", "What is good?", "What is evil?"
"Theology is not just about faith or
studying the bible. It's much more than
that. If you're confused about the
meaning of life, you should definitely do
this course"
- Gareth Cummins (BATh) Watch: Testimonial from
Gareth Cummins, BATh
https://bit.ly/garethcummins
What isTheology(ii)
Some of the modules studied on the BATh: Remember..
You don't need to have taken
• Christianity and World Religions Religion as an exam subject to
• Christian Anthropology study Theology
• Engaging Ethical Dilemmas
• History of Christianity
• Contemporary Issues in Bioethics
• Religious Education in Secondary School
• Philosophy of Religion
• Christian Sacraments
o
"Today's world is pluralist, so we also
need to be able to dialogue with
different religious traditions and
philosophies, including Judaism, Islam
and Buddhism." Watch:
Rev. Prof. Declan Marmion, Dean:
"What is Theology?":
- Rev. Prof. Declan Marmion, Dean https://bit.ly/Whatistheology
24 Subjects To Combine With Theology*: o Anthropology o History o Business (International) o International Development o Business(Management) o Latin o Business (Marketing) o Law o Computer Studies o Mathematical Studies o Criminology o Mathematics (Pure) o Economics o Music Technology o English o Music o Finance o Nua Ghaeilge o Geography o Philosophy o German o Sociology o Greek o Spanish *Choose two subjects in 1st year (4 weeks to decide, when on campus), then drop one and continue with Theology plus one other subject in 2nd & 3rd year See P.10 of our prospectus for subject groups: https://bit.ly/2IWVFhF
Leading to a Broad Range Of Careers:
Teaching, Law, Social Work, Public Service, Business, Media,
NGOs, Journalism, Chaplaincy...
"Our students are people who want to
contribute in a valuable way to society.
Graduates of Theology & Arts are sought out as
people who have critical minds, with an ability
to see the biggest possible picture"
- Rev. Dr. Michael Shortall, Registrar
Interesting fact:
80% of our 1st year students say
they want to be Teachers
Watch:
Rev. Dr. Michael Shortall about
careers (@2:12):
https://bit.ly/3aDODG9
Our Alumni
Our Alumni have been successful in a diverse range of areas, with many
opting to go into teaching, while others explore careers in diverse areas such
as law, social work, business, academia...here's just a couple of examples:
Watch: Watch:
Sinead Hussey Ger Brennan
Media Broadcaster for RTE GAA Development Executive, UCD
https://bit.ly/gerbrennan
https://bit.ly/sineadhussey
Entrance Scholarships
The entrance scholarship* is automatically awarded and is
available for students who have obtained the following in
their Leaving Certificate:
400 Points = €500
550 Points = €1000
*See P. 9 of our Undergraduate Prospectus for more information about our
Entrance Scholarship: https://bit.ly/2IWVFhF
O'Fiaich Scholarships for Northern Ireland Students
o 5 Scholarships for students from Northern Ireland doing Theology & Arts.
o Scholarships are valued at €1,500 and include the offer of campus
accommodation.
o Deadline for applications: 25 June 2021
More information: https://maynoothcollege.ie/scholarships-fundingAccommodation
The offer of on-campus accommodation is guaranteed to all
1st year Theology Students
Theology students are generally allocated
rooms at the Village Apartments. All
students have single rooms and internet
access is available
Take a virtual tour of the Village Apartments:
http://tours.maynoothuniversity.ie/accommodation/Erasmus+ (i)
Erasmus+: Spend a year abroad at one of our partner universities. Those
who complete the academic year successfully, graduate with an
international degree.
o Studying Spanish? We have a partner
university in Salamanca
o Doing German? Choose from 14
universities in Germany, including
Munich, Tübingen and Würtzburg.
But you don't need to study a language to participate: Some
partner universities offer courses through English, including our
partners in Belgium, Malta, Norway, Sweden and Finland.
List of Erasmus Partnerships: https://maynoothcollege.ie/erasmusErasmus+ (ii)
"What I enjoyed most about
my Erasmus exchange was the
wonderful opportunity to
meet such amazing people
from all around Europe. It was
a life changing experience to
meet these new life-long
friends and travel throughout
Belgium and beyond,
experiencing things I could
only have read about at
home."
- Diarmuid Heneghan
Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium
(2018 / 2019)Entry Requirements & How To Apply
Leaving Certificate Entry Requirements:
2 H5 & 4 O6/H7, Irish, English & Third Language
Applications are
Points: Usually in the region of 300 through the
(varies slightly from year to year) CAO: www.cao.ie
NOTE: See P. 10 of our undergraduate prospectus for minimum
LC grade requirements for entry to certain Arts
subjects: https://bit.ly/SPCMPROSPECTUS2020
These requirements are the same as for Maynooth University
Also see CAO Handbook, P.81, for information:
http://www2.cao.ie/handbook/handbook2021/hb.pdfMature Applicants What our students say:
The best part of studying
o We welcome mature applicants (those Theology?
who are 23 yrs+), and have a vibrant "The small class groups
community of mature students and sense of community
from day one"
studying with us
o Apply though the CAO – www.cao.ie
o Interviews generally take place in May
or June, with late interviews in July
Note: For those who have been out of education for an extended
period, we strongly recommend doing a "Return to Learning" course,
which is an excellent preparation for study at university level. "Return to
Learning" courses are available at other Higher Education Institutions,
including Maynooth UniversitySome Fun Facts
Legend has it, never walk in All our Graduation
Pugin Hall, where all Ceremonies are held in the
a straight line towards the
Theology Students are historical & beautiful
clock in St Joseph's
invited to meet every College Chapel. Check out
Square...unless you want to
weekday during term time our most recent one on our
fail all your
at 11am for free tea, coffee YouTube channel
exams, that is!
and biscuits, is often
compared to The Great Hall
T
at Hogwarts in the Harry
Potter moviesWant More Information?
Have a look at our prospectuses
Undergraduate
https://bit.ly/2IWVFhF
All Courses
http://bit.ly/AllCourseSPCM
Join us on social for news & eventsNext Steps
TAKE OUR QUIZ! thinking-of-arts-degree.ie
Find out if Theology & Arts is the right programme for you
Next steps...
Have questions that haven't been covered here
today? Check out the Q&A Messenger on
our website: maynoothcollege.ie, the Student
Ambassador Q&A on Insta, or even better, contact
us directly, we are more than happy to help:Contact Us – We're Happy To Help
Barbara Mahon
Ruth Daly
Undergraduate & Postgraduate
Admissions & Marketing Officer
Undergraduate
E: barbara.mahon@spcm.ie School Liaison Officer
E: admissions@spcm.ie E: ruth.daly@spcm.ie
Tel: 01 708 4772 | M: 087 297 6514 M: 0871623379Thanks for taking the time
to (virtually!) visit us today.
We look forward to hearing
from you.
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