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University of Limerick

Mature Student Office MSO

UL Mature Student Office

Rhona McCormack

Mature & Adult Learner Co-ordinator

Rhona.mccormack@ul.ie 061-213481

Lucy McGrath

Administrator

Lucy.mcgrath@ul.ie / Mso@ul.ie 061-202735

Mature Student Office EM-023a, Main Building, University of Limerick Website: www.ul.ie/mso

Pre-entry Supports

Information & advice to prospective mature students Pre-entry educational guidance service Information evenings on applying to UL Mature Student Handbook Outreach talks & campus tours Mature Student Access Certificate ‘Welcome Programme’ for incoming mature students in August every year

Mature Student Access Certificate (MSAC)

One year full-time pre-degree programme Applicants must be at least 22 years of age by 1st January 2016 Applications are available from the Mature Student Office. Closing date for applications: Friday 6th May 2016 Course fee: €500 for standard applicants or €100 for Social Welfare recipients or low income earners. Can qualify for second-level Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) Offers guaranteed direct progression to a range of undergraduate degree programmes in UL

MSAC – What do I study?

• A. Core Modules

To be completed by all participants

 Foundation Maths & Statistics / Engineering Maths  Computer Skills  Study Skills  Educational Guidance

MSAC – What do I study?

• B. Elective Streams

Choose one of the streams below

1. Humanities  Semester 1: Humanities Foundation 1 Politics & Sociology  Semester 2: Humanities Foundation 2 History & English Literature 2. Science  Semester 1: Science Foundation 1 Biology, Chemistry & Physics  Semester 2: Science Foundation 2 Biology, Chemistry & Physics 3. Engineering  Semester 1:Manufacturing Technology & CAD  Semester 2: Introduction to Engineering

• 4. Business

 Semester 1: Introduction to Economics  Semester 2: Introduction to Accounting & Finance

MSAC Direct Progression

• Pharmaceutical & Industrial chemistry
• Industrial Biochemistry
• Environmental Science
• Food Science & Health
• Equine Science
• Digital Media Design
• Mobile Communications & Security
• Electronics
• Computer systems
• Technology Management
• Business Studies

Science Business

MSAC Direct Progression

• Politics & International Relations
• Joint Honours
• New Media & English
• English & History
• Journalism & New Media
• Economics & Sociology
• Politics & Public Administration
• History, Politics, Sociology & Social Studies
• BA in Liberal Arts (Mary Immaculate College)

Humanities

• Construction Management & Engineering
• Aircraft Maintenance & Airworthiness Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electronic & Computer Engineering
• Engineering Choice
• Aeronautical Engineering
• Design & Manufacturing

Engineering

Profile of MSAC 2015-16

Feedback from 2015-16 MSAC students

35% 35% 30%

Level of confidence before starting the MSAC

Not confident at all Lacking some confidence Undecided Confident Very confident

5% 15% 10% 45% 25%

Current level of confidence

Feedback from MSAC 2015-16

85.7 85.7 80.9 85.7 80.9 80.9

10 30 50 70 90

Core modules are useful in preparing me to move on to undergraduate (degree) studies My elective modules are useful in preparing me for the undergraduate programme I wish to pursue The timetable (i.e. 9am-4pm) of this course fits around my life Attending lectures on campus familiarises me with student life Attending lectures on campus is practical for me The choice of direct entry degree courses available to me from the MSAC is adequate

Level of agreement in relation to aspects of course structure

Feedback from MSAC 2015-16

94.7 84.2 84.2 78.9 89.4 89.4 84.2 73.6

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

The course is well run and managed The course is meeting my expectations I feel confident entering into a 3rd level programme as a result of participating in this course I feel I am part of the University community I am happy with my decision to do this course I would recommend this course to others Juggling daily class attendance with other personal commitment is manageable Juggling study with other personal commitments is manageable

Level of agreement in relation to general satisfaction with the course

Let the students tell you themselves…

MS Access Certificate Testimonials

 I have had a wonderful experience on this course and would encourage anyone to do this course.  Thank you… this has been a fantastic year so far, made some great pals, been taught by some very enthusiastic, knowledgeable tutors and have grown In confidence, I’ve had a great time.  …What I like most about this course? being challenged and being back in a learning

• environment. Without a doubt though my most enjoyable experience has been

meeting new friends and just being around UL. I’ve said loads of times ‘I should have done this years ago’ … yet I don’t think I would have taken as much from it as I have, as a mature student.  The helping hand is always there and is constantly accessible, so in my opinion anyone looking to attend this course, will have all the help and support they need.  The support from the Mature Student Office and teaching staff are excellent, everyone is always happy to help and I appreciate that.

Hear more from other mature students…

To explore UL further see:

http://www3.ul.ie/experience/campus.html

For further information contact: Mature Student Office

061-202735 / 061-213481 Email: mso@ul.ie Website: www.ul.ie/mso

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