BA in Liberal Arts (MI 004)

Open Evening January 2013

First Year Arts Subjects

Gaeilge* English French Studies German Studies Mathematics &

Computer Studies Music* History Geography

Media & Communication Studies

Psychology Philosophy Theology &

Religious Studies Léann Dúchais

(1st Year Only) Foundation

Studies

General Information Subjects do not need to be chosen in advance Choose 4 of the 13 subjects – no 1st Year limits Entrance assessment for music New beginners programmes in French and

German Full Degree in Psychology recognised by the

Psychological Society of Ireland Our BA is recognised by Teaching Council Points in the region of 370 Direct entry for mature students, students

with disabilities and from some FETAC courses

Course Structure

Yr 1 4 subjects + Foundation Studies

Yr 2 2 subjects + one elective

Yr 3 Off campus / Study abroad

Yr 4 2 subjects + UndergraduateDissertation

Foundation Studies All 1st Year BA students

take Foundation Studies

This course aims to give students an essential grounding in Academic Writing and IT skills

Second Year – subject groupings Group 1: German Studies and

Theology & Religious Studies Group 2: French Studies and History Group 3: Mathematics and English Group 4: Gaeilge and Philosophy Group 5: Psychology and Music Group 6: Media & Communication

Studies and Geography

Electives

Current electives: TEFL (qualifies students to teach English as a

Foreign Language) IT Irish Studies Gender Studies

Study Abroad

Austria Switzerland Sweden UK France Germany Spain

Poland Portugal Italy Belgium Denmark Finland Netherlands

We have approx. 50 Erasmus partner universities in Europe, in the following countries:

We also have exchange links with partner universities in Canada, USA and Australia.

We are developing links with Korea and China

College Life

Class – Lectures & Tutorials Study Critical thinking Physical, Emotional & Mental Health Other supports (LSU, Medical Centre,

Students’ Union, Counselling, Chaplaincy)

Relationships & Socialising

Benefits of a Liberal Arts Degree Very wide range of careers Education for life Broadens your horizons Deepens your insights Widens your perspectives Preparation for the workplace – transferrable skills Springboard to further education, e.g.

Graduate Diploma (Primary) PGE (Secondary) Masters and PhD programmes

Benefits of MI004 at Mary I The study abroad destinations   Professional vocationally oriented placements TEFL elective Small group size The key role of the LSU Attractiveness to employers Transferrable skills Undergraduate Dissertation as a capstone work

Our BA Graduates’ skillsets (1) Knowledge, Understanding and

Intellectual Skills Demonstrate systematic knowledge of keys aspects

of the relevant disciplines studied during the degree. Appreciate the uncertainty, ambiguity and limits of

knowledge Use appropriate methodology to critically evaluate

information, arguments and assumptions. Frame and address problems, questions and issues,

being aware of the environment and context in which they exist.

Our BA Graduates’ skillsets (2) Transferrable Skills

Autonomous learners Use and develop knowledge, understanding and

skills to contribute effectively in the workplace Make responsible decisions Provide effective organisation Communicate clearly and accurately in English. Use information technology and information literacy

skills to search for, exchange, process and evaluate information

Continually evaluate learning and performance for on-going personal and professional development

Advantages of coming to Mary I Small friendly college Individual attention to students Accessible Limerick – compact, safe, affordable ,

accessible Good reputation Great staff Excellent facilities Excellent retention rates – 96.5% on the

BA, one of the highest in the country

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