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Bachelor of Arts Education (Computer Science and Mathematical Studies)
Course Overview
This is a new course which allows you to combine the study of mathematics with computer science and post-primary teaching education. This is a four year concurrent initial teacher education programme and includes a number of school placement opportunities throughout the course. At the end of this four year course graduates will be eligible to teach computer science and mathematics.
Applications and Selections
Who Teaches this Course
Requirements and Assessment
Key Facts
Entry Requirements
Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, another language, and three other subjects recognised for entry purposes.
Additional Requirements
Duration
4 years
Next start date
September 2021
A Level Grades (2020)
nuigalway.ie/alevels
Average intake
25
Closing Date
NFQ level
Mode of study
ECTS weighting
Award
CAO
GY133
Course code
Course Outline
YEAR ONE
• Analysis and Algebra 1 and 2
• Mathematical Skills
• Computer Systems
• Programming I and II
• History and Structure of Irish Education
• Practical Teaching Programme 1
• Introduction to Educational Sciences
• Principles of Second-Level Mathematics
YEAR TWO
• Calculus 1
• Linear Algebra
• Statistics for Data Science 1 and 2
• Object Oriented Programming I and II
• Web-based Information Systems
• Practical Teaching Programme 2
YEAR THREE
• Discrete Mathematics
• Linear Algebra
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Database Systems I
• Curriculum and Assessment
• Research Literacies for Professional Development and Lifelong Learning
• Practical Teaching Programme
• Professional Studies Integrated Project
• Psychology, Sociology and Catering for Diversity
YEAR FOUR
• Complex Variables
• Geometry
• Calculus 2
• Multimedia Development
• Networks and Computer Communications
• Final Year Project
• Practical Teaching Programme: Integrated Project
• School Placement: Block Teaching Experience
Further Education
Graduates of this course will be well positioned for further study in postgraduate programmes that focus on education, mathematics and computer science. Master of Education (MEd.)
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/education-master.html
Master of Science (Software Engineering and Database Technologies)
nuigalway.ie/courses/adult-and-continuing-education-courses/software-engineeringand-database-technologies.htm
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Mathematics)
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/arts-maths.html
Master of Science in Business Analytics
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/business-analytics.html
Why Choose This Course?
Career Opportunities
Our graduates are keenly sought for teaching positions in Ireland and abroad. Opportunities outside of the teaching profession include further or higher education, academic or industrial research, ICT, finance and technology.
Who’s Suited to This Course
Learning Outcomes
Work Placement
As part of this degree course you will undertake a school placement component each year. In total, each pre-service teacher will complete 100 hours of teaching between years one and three, and 13
weeks in a second level school in year four of the programme.
Study Abroad
Related Student Organisations
Course Fees
Fees: EU
Fees: Tuition
Fees: Student Contribution
Fees: Student levy
Fees: Non EU
EU Fees 2020/21:
- Tuition: may be paid by the Irish Government on your behalf if you qualify for free tuition fees see - free fee initiative.
- Student Contribution: €3,000 - payable by all students but may by paid by SUSI if you apply and are deemed eligible for a means tested SUSI grant.
- Student Levy: €224 - payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI.
Find out More
College of Arts, Social Sciences,
and Celtic Studies
t. +353 91 493958
e. collegearts@nuigalway.ie