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 & Pre-entry Information advice to educational evenings on prospective mature guidance service applying to UL students Mature Student Outreach talks & Mature Student Handbook campus tours 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 1 st January 2016 Applications are available from the Mature Student Office. Closing date for applications: Friday 6 th 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 Science • Food Science & Health • Equine Science • Digital Media Design • Mobile Communications & Security • Electronics • Computer systems • Technology Management Business • Business Studies
MSAC Direct Progression • Politics & International Relations • Joint Honours • New Media & English • English & History Humanities • Journalism & New Media • Economics & Sociology • Politics & Public Administration • History, Politics, Sociology & Social Studies • BA in Liberal Arts (Mary Immaculate College) • Construction Management & Engineering • Aircraft Maintenance & Airworthiness Engineering • Biomedical Engineering Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Electronic & Computer Engineering • Engineering Choice • Aeronautical Engineering • Design & Manufacturing
Profile of MSAC 2015-16
Feedback from 2015-16 MSAC students Level of confidence before starting the MSAC Not confident at all Lacking some confidence 30% 35% Undecided 35% Confident Very confident Current level of confidence 5% 25% 15% 10% 45%
Feedback from MSAC 2015-16 Level of agreement in relation to aspects of course structure 80.9 The choice of direct entry degree courses available to me from the MSAC is adequate 80.9 Attending lectures on campus is practical for me 85.7 Attending lectures on campus familiarises me with student life 80.9 The timetable (i.e. 9am-4pm) of this course fits around my life 85.7 My elective modules are useful in preparing me for the undergraduate programme I wish to pursue 85.7 Core modules are useful in preparing me to move on to undergraduate (degree) studies 10 30 50 70 90
Feedback from MSAC 2015-16 Level of agreement in relation to general satisfaction with the course Juggling study with other personal commitments is 73.6 manageable Juggling daily class attendance with other personal 84.2 commitment is manageable 89.4 I would recommend this course to others 89.4 I am happy with my decision to do this course 78.9 I feel I am part of the University community I feel confident entering into a 3rd level programme as a 84.2 result of participating in this course 84.2 The course is meeting my expectations 94.7 The course is well run and managed 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
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.
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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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