Diploma in Science & Technology Studies

Programme Overview

The Diploma in Science & Technology Studies is a part-time course which focuses on the knowledge and skill requirements of high-tech industries.

The modular structure is designed with flexibility in mind, enabling students to balance study with work and other commitments and to accumulate credits over a time frame that suits their lifestyle. Learning is delivered via a blend of distance and online resources, on-campus tutorials and labs, and company-based projects.  
This course aims to:

develop important managerial skills such as problem solving, decision making and advanced communication skills

provide students with a comprehensive grounding in the theoretical foundations of Science and Engineering

introduce students to areas of applied and specialist knowledge found in today’s high-tech environments

Who is this course for ?

Applicants aged 21 years and older by January 1 in year of entry may enter as mature students. In this case a pass standard in ordinary/higher level Leaving Certificate Mathematics or equivalent is required. Apart from the requirement in Mathematics assessment of applicants will be on an individual basis to determine suitability to successfully undertake the course. Applicants without a leaving certificate are encouraged to first complete the Foundation Course in Science, Engineering and Technology. Graduates of the Foundation Course are automatically eligible for entry to the Diploma.

Curriculum

The Diploma consists of 20 modules (120 credits) to be completed over a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 years (see the module chart for the Diploma/Degree below). The modules on offer include:

• Core modules which cover the foundations of Science, Engineering, Management and IT
  
• Electives which allow students to specialise in an area of particular interest to them
  
• Company-based projects to help students apply their learning in the workplace

Students who have successfully completed the Diploma can automatically progress to the Degree in Science & Technology Studies or one of the Diplomas listed below:

• Digitalisation of Manufacturing Processes
• Digitally Enabled Connected Medical Devices
• Intelligent Manufacturing Industry 5.0
• Manufacturing Automation
• Sustainability of Manufacturing Systems

Exemptions: Applicants who have completed accredited study in a relevant area may apply for exemptions. Credit may also be granted for demonstrable experiential learning. Exemptions may be granted up to a maximum of 5 modules in the Diploma cycle. Exemptions are considered by the programme board on a case-by-case basis.

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