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University of Limerick Mature Student Office
MSO
UL Mature Student Office
Rhona McCormack Mature & Adult Learner Co-ordinator [email protected] 061-213481
Lucy McGrath Administrator [email protected] / [email protected] 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 toundergraduate (degree) studies
My elective modules are useful in preparing me for theundergraduate programme I wish to pursue
The timetable (i.e. 9am-4pm) of this course fits around mylife
Attending lectures on campus familiarises me with studentlife
Attending lectures on campus is practical for me
The choice of direct entry degree courses available to mefrom 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
0 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 aresult 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 personalcommitment is manageable
Juggling study with other personal commitments ismanageable
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: [email protected] Website: www.ul.ie/mso
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