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Questions
- How do I apply
- What nights / times are the Dublin Courses on?
- What nights / times are the national campus network programmes on?
- When will the full time programmes start?
- What are the term times / when do I sit exams?
- How can I pay?
- What are the minimum entry requirements?
- Can I gain Exemptions with my current qualification / work experience?
- I have a current NCI Diploma can I gain exemptions in another course?
- How do I get to NCI?
- Do I qualify as a mature student, if so how do I apply?
- Can I apply to NCI if I completed an LCVP Leaving Certificate?
- I already have a FETAC award, how do I apply to NCI?
- What are the points required for CAO courses at NCI?
- How do I apply for a part-time programme or course?
- Does NCI Accept Bonus Points for Higher Level Maths
Answers
1. How do I apply
For Part-Time Applications please use the online application form that is associated with each course or you can request an application form to be posted to you along with some of our brochures. Full-Time applications need to be submitted via the CAO unless you are a mature student in which case you can use the downloadable application form for part time and full time students.
2. What nights / times are the Dublin Courses on?
Postgraduate Programmes
| Code & Yr | Course Title | Course Director | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | MA in Business Administration | Phillip Mc Govern | Mon & Wed 6.00pm - 9.00pm and some Saturdays |
| MSCFINE | MSc in Finance | Corina Sheerin | Tue & Thurs Times 6.00pm - 10.00pm |
| HDFINE | Higher Diploma in Business in Finance | Corina Sheerin | Tue & Thurs Times TBC |
| MSCRSCH/PHDTEL | MSc/PhD in Technology Enhanced Learning | Stephan Weibezahl, Dietmar Janetsko | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm |
| PGDHRM | Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in HRM | Sheila Martin | Tues & Thurs 6.00pm - 9.00pm & 2 full Saturdays per semester 10.00am - 5.00pm |
| MAHRM | MA in HRM | Sheila Martin | TBC |
| PGDLT | Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Learning and Teaching | Leo Casey | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm Saturday 09.30am - 1.30pm |
| PGDLTFE | Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Learning and Teaching - Further Education | Leo Casey | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm Saturday 09.30am - 1.30pm |
| MALT | MA in Learning and Technologies | Leo Casey | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm and some Saturdays |
| MSCMGMT | MSc in Management | Fabian Armaendariz | Mon & Wed 6.00pm - 9.00pm and some Saturdays |
| MSCMRK | MSc in Marketing | Michael Bane | Mon & Wed 6.00pm - 9.00pm and some Saturdays |
| MSCWEBTECH | Master of Science in Web Technologies | Keith Maycock | Mon & Wed 6.30pm - 10.30pm and Saturdays 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| MSCCLOUD | Master of Science in Cloud Computing | Keith Maycock | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm and every Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| HDSWEBTECH | Higher Diploma in Science in Web Technologies |
Frank McArdle | Mon & Wed 6.30pm - 10.30pm and Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm |
| HDSCE | Higher Diploma in Science in Computing in eLearning | Stephan Weibelzahl | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm Every Second Saturday 09:00am - 1.00pm (semester one only) |
| HDSSD | Higher Diploma in Science in Software Development | Oisin Cawley | Mon, Wed, Fri 6.00pm - 10.00 pm & every second Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm |
| HDAPSY | Higher Diploma in Arts in Psychology | Grace O'Malley |
Tues & Thurs 6.15pm - 9.30pm plus 5 Saturdays per semester 10.00am - 5.00pm |
Degree Programmes
| Code & Yr | Course Title | Course Director | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAHAHR | BA (Hons) in Accounting & HRM |
Garvan Whelan |
Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAMTB | BA in Management of Technology in Business | Jonathan McCarthy | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAHACC | BA (Hons) in Accounting | Desmond Gibney | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAHHRD | BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management | Des Gargan | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAHBMD | BA (Hons) in Business | Jonathan Brittain | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAHEF | BA (Hons) in Economics and Finance | Julia Reynolds | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAHMRP | BA (Hons) in Marketing Practice | Michael Bane | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAHPSYCH | BA (Hons) in Psychology | Grace O'Malley | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BAHBME | BA (Hons) in Business - Evening | Jonathan Brittain | Mon & Wed 5.30pm - 9.30pm. Additional workshops as required |
| BAHHR | BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management | Fabian Aremendariz | Mon & Wed 6.00pm - 9.00pm |
| BAHRM | BA in HRM | TJ McCabe | Tuesday & Thursday 6.00pm - 9.30pm |
| BAHFINSE | BA (Hons) in Financial Services - Evening |
Des Gargan | Mon & Wed 5.30pm - 9.30pm |
| BAMP | BA in Management Practice | Rachel Doherty | Tuesday & Thursday 6.30pm - 10.00pm and 3/4 Saturdays in each semester 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| BAMPO | BA in Management Practice - Online | Rachel Doherty | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm and 3/4 Saturdays in each semester 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| BSHC | BSc (Hons) in Computing | Paul Stynes | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BSHBIS | BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems |
Paul Stynes | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| BSHCE | BSc (Hons) in Computing (evening) | Paul Hayes | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm & Every Saturday 9.00am- 4.00pm |
| BSHBISE | BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems (evening) |
Paul Hayes | Tues & Thurs 6.30 - 10.30pm & Every Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm |
Certificate & Diploma Programmes
| Code & Yr | Course Title | Course Director | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRM | CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Management |
Rachel Doherty | Various |
| CHRMDEV | CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Development | Rachel Doherty | Saturdays 9.00am - 5.30pm |
| CERLAP | CIPD Certificate in Employment Relations Law and Practice | Rachel Doherty | One evening a week 6.30pm - 10.30pm |
| CERTEMPLAWP | CIPD Award in Employment Law and Practice | Rachel Doherty | Mondays 6.30pm - 9.30pm |
| DHRM | CIPD Diploma in HRM | Rachel Doherty | Various |
| DHRMDEV | CIPD Diploma in Human Resource Development | Rachel Doherty | Saturdays 9.00am - 5.30pm |
| ENTP | Certificate in Entrepreneurship | Philip McGovern | 8 full day blocks spread over 13 weeks OR 1 evening per week for fours hours spread over 13 weeks |
| FINUAS | Certificate in Financial Regulation | Desmond Gibney | Wednesdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm |
| HCC | Higher Certificate in Computing Applications & Support - Day |
Stephan Weibezahl | Monday to Friday - Full Time |
| HCCE | Higher Certificate in Computing Applications & Support - Evening |
Keith Maycock | Tues & Thurs 6.30pm - 10.30pm Saturdays 9.00am - 4.00pm |
| HCBS | Higher Certificate in Business | Michael Bane/Paul Hanly | Monday - Friday Full Time |
| CBA | Certificate in Business Analysis | Eugene O'Loughlin | Two days per month - Thurs & Fri 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| CFLMD | Certificate in First Line Management - Day Release | Jonathan Brittain | Tues 1.00pm - 6.30pm |
| CFLMBLEND | Certificate in First Line Management - Blended Learning | Jonathan Brittain | 1 Saturday per month on campus and onlne classes Tue 6.30pm - 9.30pm |
| CFLM | Certificate in First Line Management - Evenings | Jonathan Brittain | Tues 6.30pm - 9.30pm |
| DMAPR | Diploma in Marketing Advertising and PR | Michael Bane | Mon & Wed & 6.15pm - 10.00pm |
| WEBTECH | Certificate in Science in Web Technologies | Paul Stynes | Mon & Wed & Fri 6.30pm - 10.30pm & every second Saturday 09.00am - 4.00pm |
| COACH | The Coach's Programme | Deirdre Giblin | 11 days over 6 months plus 2 one-to-one short sessions |
| DIPENMAN | Diploma in Pensiona Management and Policy | Tara Clements | Mon & Wed 6.00pm - 9.00/10.00pm |
| CPADM | Certificate in Pensions Administration | Tara Clements | Wed 6.00pm - 10.00pm |
| DIGIMARK | Certificate in Digital Marketing | Etain Kidney | One evening per week 6.30pm - 9.30pm |
3. What nights / times are the national campus network programmes on?
Programmes Offered 2013
| Course | Description | Location |
| CHRM | CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Management | Galway |
| CHRM | CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Management | Carlow |
4. When will the full time programmes start?
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PROGRAMME / YEAR
|
START DATE FOR LECTURES
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TIME
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|---|---|---|
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BA (Hons) in Accounting and HRM – Year 1
|
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
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BA (Hons) in Accounting and HRM – Year 2
|
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Accounting and HRM – Year 3
|
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management - Year 1 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management - Year 2 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management - Year 3 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Business - Year 1 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Business - Year 2 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Business - Year 3 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
Higher Certificate in Business – Year 1
|
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
Higher Certificate in Business – Year 2
|
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Accounting - Year 1 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Accounting - Year 2 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Accounting - Year 3 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Psychology - Year 1 |
09/09/2013 |
9.00am |
|
BA (Hons) in Psychology - Year 2 |
09/09/2013 |
9.00am |
|
BA (Hons) in Marketing Practice - Year 1 |
09/09/2013 | 9.00am |
|
BA (Hons) in Economics and Finance - Year 1 |
09/09/2013 | 9.00am |
|
BSc in Computing - Year 1 |
10/09/2011
|
9.00am
|
|
BSc in Computing - Year 2 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BSc in Computing - Year 3 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am |
|
BSc in Computing - Year 4 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am |
|
BSc in Business Information Systems - Year 1 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BSc in Business Information Systems - Year 2 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BSc in Business Information Systems - Year 3 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BSc in Business Information Systems - Year 4 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
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Higher Certificate in Computing in Applications and Support - Year 1 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
Higher Certificate in Computing in Applications and Support - Year 2 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA in Management of Technology in Business - Year 1 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA in Management of Technology in Business - Year 2 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA in Management of Technology in Business - Year 3 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
|
BA (Hons) in Technology Management - Year 1 |
09/09/2013
|
9.00am
|
5. What are the term times / when do I sit exams?
6. How can I pay?
Part Time students can pay in a number of ways;
Pay a 20% deposit for the course and sign up to our easy payment plan. The remainder of the fees can be made in monthly installments through direct debit.
or
Pay 50% before commencement of the course in September and the remainder at Christmas.
A 20% deposit must be made within two weeks of receiving an offer in order to secure your place(up to 55 days from the start date of the programme).This deposit is deductible from the total course fee. You must have paid a minimum of 50% prior to course commencement with the exception of short programmes where 100% payment is due in advance.
Method of payment: Credit card / Debit Card – not American Express (call 01 44 98 566/569 – Fees Office), cheque, bank draft or postal order
School of Business New Entrants Academic Year 2013/14
| Course | Irish/EU Course Fee (Annual) | Booking Fee | Direct Debit Scheme* |
| MSc in Management Part Time | €3950 | €790 | Six monthly instalments of €527 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Management Full Time | €7900 | €1580 | Eight monthly instalments of €790 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Finance Part Time | €4475 | €895 | Six montly instalments of €597 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Finance Full Time | €8950 | €1790 | Eight monthly instalments of €895 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Marketing Part Time | €3950 | €790 | Six monthly instalments of €527 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Marketing Full Time | €7900 | €1580 | Eight monthly instalments of €790 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MBA Part Time | €6375 | €1275 | Six monthly instalments of €850 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MBA Full Time | €12,750 | €2,550 | Eight monthly instalments of €1275 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| The Coach's Programme | €12,000 | €2400 | Five monthly payments of €1920 |
| Post Graduate Diploma in Arts in HRM | €7000 | €1400 | Six monthly instalments of €934 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Higher Diploma in Business in Finance Part Time | €3500 | €700 | Six monthly instalments of €467 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Higher Diploma in Business in Finance Full Time | €3500 | €700 | Six monthly instalments of €467 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BA Hons in Psychology Full Time | €5500 | €1100 | Six monthly instalments of €733 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BA (Hons) in HRM | €3800 | €760 | Six monthly instalments of €507 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BA in HRM | €3800 | €760 | Six monthly instalments of €507 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BA in Management Practice | €3800 | €760 | Six monthly instalments of €507 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| CIPD Certificate in HRM | €1950 | €390 | Six monthly instalments of €260 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| CIPD Diploma in HRM | €2900 | €580 | Six monthly instalments of €387 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Development | €1950 | €390 | Six monthly instalments of €260 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| CIPD Diploma in Human Resource Development | €2900 | €580 | Six monthly instalments of €387 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| CIPD Diploma in Human Resource Management (Top Up) | €950 | €190 | Four monthly instalments of €190 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| CIPD Award in Employment Law and Practice | €950 | €190 |
Four monthly instalments of €190 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| ICM Diploma in Marketing, Advertising, PR and Sales Management | €1990 | €398 | Six monthly instalments of €265 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in First Line Management - Day Release | €1950 | €390 | Six monthly instalments of €260 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in First Line Management - Part Time | €975 | €195 | Six monthly instalments of €130 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in First Line Management - Blended Learning | €1725 | €345 | Six monthly instalments of €230 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MA in HRM Full Time | €7950 | €1590 | Eight monthly instalments of €795 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BA (Hons) in Financial Services | €3800 | €760 | Six monthly instalments of €507 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BA (Hons) in Business | €3800 | €760 | Six monthly instalments of €507 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in Digital Marketing | €2450 | €490 | Six monthly instalments of €327 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in Entrepreneurship | €1300 | €260 | Four monthly instalments of €260 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in Financial Regulation | €950 | €190 | Four monthly instalments of €190 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
School of Computing New Entrants Academic Year 2012/13
| Course | Irish/EU Course Fee | Booking Fee | Direct Debit Scheme* |
| MSc/PhD in Technology Enhanced Learning Full Time | €4900 | €980 | Six monthly instalments of €653 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc/PhD in Technology Enhanced Learning Part Time | €3270 | €654 | Six monthly instalments of €436 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Web Technologies Part Time | €4475 | €895 | Six monthly instalments of €597 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Web Technologies Full Time | €8950 | €1790 | Eight monthly instalments of €895 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Cloud Computing Part Time | €4475 | €895 | Six monthly instalments of €597 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| MSc in Cloud Computing Full Time | €8950 | €1790 | Eight monthly instalments of €895 commencing 10 October 2013 |
| Higher Diploma in Science in Web Technologies | €4500 | €900 | Six monthly instalments of €600 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Higher Diploma in Science in Computing in e-Learning | €2950 | €590 | Six monthly instalments of €393 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BSc (Hons) in Computing - Evening | €3780 | €756 | Six monthly instalments of €504 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems - Evening | €3780 | €756 | Six monthly instalments of €504 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Higher Certificate in Computing in Applications and Support - Evening | €3780 | €756 | Six monthly instalments of €504 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in Science in Web Technologies | €2450 | €490 | Four monthly instalments of €490 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Certificate in Web Development | €2450 | €490 | Four monthly instalments of €490 commencing 10 October 2013 |
| MA in Learning and Teaching | €4500 | €900 | Six monthly instalments of €600 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Learning and Teaching - Further Education | €4500 | €900 | Six monthly instalments of €600 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Art in Learning and Teaching | €4500 | €900 | Six monthly instalments of €600 commencing 10 Oct/Nov 2013 |
*Monthly Instalment have been rounded to euros.
Signed Direct Debit Forms must be returned within 5 working days. No forms will be accepted after course commenceement.
A fee of €25 will be charged for a direct debit returned upaid.
If your course commences before September 24th the first Direct Debit payment will be October 10th.
If your course commences after September 24th the first Direct Debit payment will November 10th.
7. What are the minimum entry requirements?
Postgraduate Programmes
| Code | Course Title | Entry Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| MALT | MA in Learning and Teaching | A Level 8 Honours Degree in any discipline & be involved in the delivery of learning in education |
| MAHRMD | MA in HRM | A level 8 honours degree (minimum 2.2) in a cognate field of study |
| MSCFINE | MSc in Finance | A level 8 honours degree (minimum 2.2) in finance or a cognate field of study |
| MBA | MA in Business Administration | A Level 8 Honours Degree in a similar field (Business, Management, HR, Finance) and three years work experience, ideally but not neccessarily in management. |
| MSCRSCH/PHDTEL | MSc/PhD in Technology Enhanced Learning | Level 8 Honours Degree in a cognate field |
| MSCMGMT(D) | MSc in Management | Level 8 Honours Degree in a similar field (Management, HR, Business) - minimum 2:2 |
| MSCMRK(D) | MSc in Marketing | Level 8 Honours Degree in a similar field (Marketing, Business) - minimum 2:2 |
| MSCWEBTECH | MSc in Web Technologies | Level 8 Honours Degree in a similar field (Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Engineering, Maths) - minimum 2:2 |
| MSCCLOUD(D) | MSc in Cloud Computing | Level 8 Honours Degree in a similar field and technical professionals in the workplace |
| PGDHRM | Postgraduate Diploma in Arts Human Resource Management | Level 8 degree in a similar field (Business, HRM, Psychology, Social Science) |
| PGDLT(FE) | Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Learning and Teaching | Students must have a Level 8 degree in any discipline and be involved in the delivery of learning in education. |
| HDFINE | Higher Diploma in Business in Finance | A Level 8 honours degree (minimum 2:2) in a non-cognate field of study |
| HDSCE | Higher Diploma in Science in Computing in eLearning | A pass degree or equivalent and at least three years practical experience in teaching, industry or information technology. |
| HDSWEBTECH | Higher Diploma in Science in Web Technologies | A Level 8 Honours Degree in any area. |
Degree Programmes
| Code | Course Title | Entry Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| BAHAHR FULL TIME | BA (Hons) in Accounting & Human Resource Management | Leaving Certificate students should apply under the CAO system. Minimum requirements are grade C3 in two higher level papers, together with grade D3 (at higher or ordinary level) in four other subjects of the Leaving Certificate Examination. A minimum of grade D3 must be obtained in English and Mathematics at either higher or ordinary level. Leaving Certificate Accounting is not an entry requirement. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only. |
| BAHACC FULL TIME | BA (Hons) in Accounting | Leaving Certificate students should apply under the CAO system. Minimum requirements are grade C3 in two higher level papers, together with grade D3 (at higher or ordinary level) in four other subjects of the Leaving Certificate Examination. A minimum of grade D3 must be obtained in English and Mathematics at either higher or ordinary level. Leaving Certificate Accounting is not an entry requirement. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only. |
| BAHBMD FULL TIME | BA (Hons) in Business | Leaving Certificate students should apply under the CAO system. Minimum requirements are grade C3 in two higher level papers, together with grade D3 (at higher or ordinary level) in four other subjects of the Leaving Certificate Examination. A minimum of grade D3 must be obtained in English and Mathematics at either higher or ordinary level. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only. . |
|
BAHMRP FULL TIME |
BA (Hons) in Marketing Practice | Leaving Certificate students should apply under the CAO system. Minimum requirements are grade C3 in two higher level papers, together with grade D3 (at higher or ordinary level) in four other subjects of the Leaving Certificate Examination. A minimum of grade D3 must be obtained in English and Mathematics at either higher or ordinary level. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only |
| BAHFINSE | BA (Hons) in Financial Services - Evening | This is a part-time programme designed to appeal to those already working. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. Applicants may be granted exemptions. Exemptions will only be considered during the application process. |
| BAHBME | BA (Hons in Business - Evening | This is a part-time programme designed to appeal to those already working. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. Applicants may be granted exemptions. Exemptions will only be considered during the application process. |
| BAHIRHE | BA (Hons) In Industrial Relations and HRM | This is a part-time programme designed to appeal to those already working in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. Applicants may be granted exemptions. Exemptions will only be considered during the application process. |
| BAHHRF | BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management | Students must have completed the BA (Ord) in HRM (BAHRM) |
| BAHRM | BA in Human Resource Management | This is a part-time programme designed to appeal to those already working. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. Applicants may be granted exemptions. Exemptions will only be considered during the application process. |
| BAHRMF | BA in Human Resource Management [flexible] | This is a part-time programme designed to appeal to those already working. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. Applicants may be granted exemptions. Exemptions will only be considered during the application process. |
| BAMP | BA in Management Practice | This is a part time practical course for owner managers & mangers of divisions in business. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. Applicants may be granted exemptions. Exemptions will only be considered during the application process. |
| BSHC FULL TIME | BSc (Hons) in Computing | Leaving Certificate students should apply under the CAO system. Minimum requirements are grade C3 in two higher level papers, together with grade D3 (at higher or ordinary level) in four other subjects of the Leaving Certificate Examination. A minimum of grade D3 must be obtained in English and Mathematics at either higher or ordinary level. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only. |
| BSHBIS FULL TIME | Bsc (Hons) in Business Information Systems | Leaving Certificate students should apply under the CAO system. Minimum requirements are grade C3 in two higher level papers, together with grade D3 (at ordinary or higher level) in four other subjects in the Leaving Certificate examination. A minimum of grade D3 must be obtained in English and Mathematics at either ordinary or higher level. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only. |
| BAMTB FULL TIME | BA (Ordinary) in Management of Technology in Business | Leaving Certificate students should apply under the CAO system. Minimum requirements are grade D3 or above (Higher or Ordinary Level) in five subjects, A minimum of grade D3 (Higher or Ordinary level) must be obtained in English & Mathematics. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only. |
| BSHBISE | BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems [part-time Evening] | This is a part time programme designed to appeal to those already working. Entry will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. All applicants will be required to attend an interview as part of the application process. |
| BSHCE | BSc (Hons) in Computing | This is a part time programme designed to appeal to those already working. Entry will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. All applicants will be required to attend an interview as part of the application process. |
Certificate & Diploma Programmes
| Code | Course Title | Entry Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| CHRM | CIPD Certificate in HRM | Entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| CHRMDEV | CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Development | A perfect course for those that want a reconised qualification in training and development. Entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| DHRMDEV | CIPD Diploma in Human Resouce Development | Entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| DHRM | CIPD Diploma in HRM | This course is ideally suited to those already working in HR or a manager wanting a better knowledge of HR. Entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| HCC FULL TIME | Higher Certificate in Computing Applications & Support | Minimum entry requirments are a grade D3 or above (Higher or Ordinary level) in five subjects. A minimum of grade D3 (Higher or Ordinary level) must be obtained in English and Mathematics. Mature applicants must apply directly to the college. |
| HCBS FULL TIME | Higher Certificate in Business | Minimum entry requirements are a grade D3 or above (Higher or Ordinary level) in five subjects. A minimum of grade D3 (Higher or Ordinary level) must be obtained in English. A minimum of grade D3 (Higher or Ordinary level) or a B2 or above in Foundation level must be obtained in Mathematics. Mature students are eligible to apply for this programme through direct application only. |
| HCBS | Higher Certificate in Business (part time) | This programme is designed to appeal to those at work or seeking to re-enter the workforce. Applicants will be considered based on relevant work and other experience. |
| HCCE | Higher Certificate in Computing Applications & Support - [part-time Evening] | This programme is designed to appeal to those already working or seeking to re-enter the workforce. There are no specific academic requirements with applicnats cosidered based on relevant work and other experience. Applicants may be required to attend an interview as part of the application process. |
| HECTUS | HETAC Certificate in Business Studies in Trade Union Studies | Applicants apply through their Union (ie IMPACT, SIPTU, ICTU, IBEC). |
| CBA | Certificate in Business Analysis | This course is run in conjunction with Phil Chambers and the Business Analyst Association of Ireland. |
| ENTP | Certificate in Entrepreneurship | Applicants should have an honours degree (level 8) or equivalent. Applicants without a degree may be considered based on work and other educational experience. |
| FINUAS | Certificate in Financial Regulation | Applicants should have a background in Finance/Accounting/Financial Law |
| CERTEMPLAWP | CIPD Award in Employment Law and Practise | As this programme is designed for people who are or have been, in employment, academic qualifications are generally not necessary. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| CFLMD | Certificate in First Line Management - Day Release | As this programme is designed for people who are or have been, in employment, academic qualifications are generally not necessary. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| CFLM | Certificate in First Line Management- Evening & Blended Learning | As this programme is designed for people who are or have been, in employment, academic qualifications are generally not necessary. As a result, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| DMAPR | ICM Diploma in Marketing, Advertising and PR | No specific entry requirments, entry to the programme will be considered on the applicant's individual merits and experience. |
| CWEBTECH | Certificate in Science in Web Technologies | Level 8 Honours Degree in any discipline |
| CWEBD | Certificate in Web Development | The normal entry requirement is for a Leaving Certificate or an equivalent level 5 or Level 6 NFQ award. |
| DIPENMAN | Diploma in Pensions Management and Policy | Applicants should have an ordinary bachelor degree (level 7) or equivalent in finance, accountany, business, HR or other cognate fields. Applicants without a degree or with a degree in a non-cognate filed will also be considered for admission based on work and other educational experience. |
| CPADM | Certificate in Pensions Administration | Applicants will normally hold a Higher Certificate at level 6 or equivalent qualification in business, HRM, finance or other cognate fields. |
| DIGIMARK | Certificate in Digital Marketing | A degree or equivalent at level 8 in marketing or a related field such as business, communications, media, sales etc. Applicants who hold a minimum level 8 or equivalent qualification in a non-cognate field but with work experience in a related area will also be eligible for entry onto the programme. |
| COACH | The Coach's Programme | Applicants are requested to submit an application form and will be interviewed. Given the specialised nature of this programme we ask that you contact us at National College of Ireland on (01) 449 8638 or emil coaching@ncirl.ie to discuss your applicaton. |
8. Can I gain Exemptions with my current qualification / work experience?
Exemptions are granted on a case by case basis. To be considered for exemptions an applicant must send copies of their results of their original qualification with their application or describe in detail their work experience. The programme director will then decide which subjects they will be exempt from.
The College also operates an RPEL (Recognition of Prior Experential Learning) Policy. For further information see our RPEL page.
9. I have a current NCI Diploma can I gain exemptions in another course?
Holders of past NCI diplomas will gain entry to year 2 of the Higher Certificate in Business Studies however bridging studies will be required. The bridging studies is usually carried during the first semester and is not a pre-requisite for initial entry onto the course.
10. How do I get to NCI?
To get to NCI follow the instructions below;
follow the map below
11. Do I qualify as a mature student, if so how do I apply?
If you are 23 years of age on or before 1 January in the year of application you qualify as a mature student for admission .You must apply directly to the college before 30th June for all full-time programmes.
12. Can I apply to NCI if I completed an LCVP Leaving Certificate?
Yes applications for full time courses should be made through the CAO further information can be found at www.cao.ie
13. I already have a FETAC award, how do I apply to NCI?
Applicants with a FETAC full level 5 or 6 award (NCVA Level 2), can apply for full time studies at National College of Ireland. The minimum entry requirements are as follows:
| Course Title | Essential FETAC Modules |
|---|---|
| BA (Hons) in Accounting and Human Resource Management | 3 Distinctions |
| BSc (Hons) in Computing | 3 Distinctions |
| BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems | 3 Distinctions |
| BA (Hons) in Human Resource Management | 3 Distinctions |
| BA (Hons) in Business | 3 Distinctions |
| BA (Hons) in Accounting | 3 Distinctions |
| BA (Hons) in Financial Services | 3 Distinctions |
| BA in Management of Technology in Business | Any |
| Higher Certificate in Computing in Applications and Support | Any |
| Higher Certificate in Business | Any |
Applicants with FETAC awards who are not mature students, applying for full time courses should do so through the CAO system further details can be found at www.cao.ie. Applicants who qualify as a mature student should apply directly to NCI.
14. What are the points required for CAO courses at NCI?
The following is an account of the points at which courses were offered for the academic year 2010/2011. They should be used for guidance purposes only.
CAO POINTS FOR NCI OFFERS 2011
| NC001 | BA (Honours) in Accounting and Human Resource Management | 315 |
| NC003 | Bsc (Honours) in Computing | 300 |
| NC004 | BSc (Honours) in Business Information Systems | 300 |
| NC005 | BA (Honours) in Human Resource Management | 315 |
| NC006 | BA (Honours) in Accounting | 350 |
| NC007 | BA (Honours) in Financial Services | No Offers* |
| NC008 | BA in Management of Technology in Business | 250 |
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NC009 |
BA (Hons) in Business |
315 |
| NC102 | Higher Certificate in Computing in Applications and Support | 270 |
| NC103 | Higher Certificate in Business |
290 |
15. How do I apply for a part-time programme or course?
You can apply or register online for the individual programme of your choice from our part -time courses listing page or you can download our application form and send it in to:
Admissions Office
National College of Ireland
Mayor Street
IFSC
Dublin 1.
16. Does NCI Accept Bonus Points for Higher Level Maths
25 bonus points will be given to students who achieve a grade D3 or above in higher level mathematics. The maximum culmative leaving cert points total will increase from 600 to 625.
The bonus points will only be relevant in cases where higher level maths is scored as one of the candidate's six best subjects for points purposes. If higher level maths is not among the six best subjects, bonus points will not be applied.
Bonus points for Maths will only be applied to the Higher Certificate in Business (NC103) for the academic year 2012/13.