A Motor Mechanic is a skilled technician who services, diagnoses and resolves technical concerns with light passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. This apprenticeship programme covers a range of key motor mechanic skills and knowledge which are essential in the workplace. The programme consists of 7 phases in total combining a mixture of ‘on the job’ learning and on campus training.

With this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified motor mechanic, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Motor Mechanics.

You may then choose to work as a motor mechanic in the motor industry in a dealership, repair shop or test centres like the NCT.

Many apprentices use their apprenticeship qualification as a platform to launch careers such as engineers, managers, self-employed business owners, technical trainers, instructors, lecturers, teachers amongst others.

With this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified motor mechanic, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Motor Mechanics.

You may then choose to work as a motor mechanic in the motor industry in a dealership, repair shop or test centres like the NCT.

Many apprentices use their apprenticeship qualification as a platform to launch careers such as engineers, managers, self-employed business owners, technical trainers, instructors, lecturers, teachers amongst others.

The Motor Technology QQI Level 5 course prepares graduates for a career in the Motor Trade and gives them the opportunity to further their education in an Institute of Technology. Students will work with different technologies and applications associated with engineering in a comfortable and safe environment.

This one year full time course at Post Leaving Certificate level is ideally suited for students who aspire to apprenticeships in the motor industry and related fields. Its aim is to provide students with a thorough grounding in Motor Vehicle Maintenance practices.

This Motor Vehicle Technology course provides students with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of modern motor vehicles. Designed for aspiring automotive technicians and enthusiasts alike, this course covers essential systems and components, including engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and more.

Through a combination of classroom instruction and practical workshop training, learners will gain the technical skills needed to work with both traditional and modern vehicles. Emphasis is placed on safety, industry standards, and emerging technologies to ensure graduates are prepared for the evolving automotive industry, as well as develop life skills including effective communication techniques, teamwork and independent learning.

This one year Motor Vehicle course is designed for students who are interested in acquiring an introduction to the theoretical and practical areas of motor vehicle industry.

Do you have a creative, enquiring mind and an interest in the design of engaging and interactive media experiences? Then DCU’s BSc in Multimedia is the degree for you! Digital media technologies are central to our everyday lives and essential for any company to succeed in a globalised economy.

Learn from the best
DCU’s BSc in Multimedia was the first degree of its type in Ireland and still leads the field. On this programme, you’ll learn from teaching staff with real-world professional experience and deep knowledge based on research and industry practice.

The Multimedia & Digital Marketing (Creative Media) program is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge to prepare them for work or further education in the ever-evolving digital marketing and creative media industries.

A dynamic Multimedia Production program that empowers you to create engaging and interactive digital content. Whether you’re passionate about web design, multimedia storytelling, or harnessing the power of technology to captivate audiences, this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need.

Dive into the art of web authoring and multimedia authoring and unlock your creative potential as you learn from industry experts and gain hands-on experience.

This one year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to train for a career in Graphic Design, Digital Media, 2D & 3D Animation, Games Design. The course is designed to provide learners with a practical understanding of current and future digital media applications and technologies through practical projects, the course supports development of a broad range of technical skills and enhances creativity.

Learners will design and create graphics, 2D and 3D animation and game projects. Multimedia Production learners have access to the high spec computer labs equipped with industry standard creative software and hardware.This course will also be relevant to those interested in pursuing a career in digital media production. 

The Irish Games Development and Immersive Entertainment (AR and VR) Industries are rapidly growing. This course is the perfect starting point for anyone who was ever curious how a game is created, wants to create immersive worlds or is interested in the wider world of digital media. Students are introduced to the key skills used in the development of games, VR experiences and multimedia.

Study all the essentials of computing and software for mobile apps and websites, as well as key areas in mathematics, a major project and a six month placement in industry. Enjoy the huge benefit of studying another Arts subject with Computer Science in first year. This lends graduates a wider frame of reference.

Study all the essentials of computing and software for mobile apps and websites, as well as key areas in mathematics, develop a major project and take a six month work placement in industry. Acquire hands-on programming skills and advanced problem solving techniques in our dedicated computer science building. Students enjoy the huge benefit of studying another Science subject with Computer Science in first year. This lends graduates a wider frame of reference.

The world-wide demand for the talents of Irish-trained musicians has never been more apparent. Alongside the iPod generation of musicians there is a strong desire for the talents of both classical and traditional vocalists and musicians. The Bachelor of Music full-time degree programme is designed to educate music students to a professional level as performers (both classical and Irish traditional). It also prepares students for careers as instrumental or vocal teachers, as composers and musicology graduates.

All students are given the opportunity to showcase their talents by participating in a diverse programme of concerts, recitals and stage performances.

This four-year programme places a major emphasis on performance combined with supporting academic study. Areas studied include composition techniques; history of music; aural training; an introduction to education studies; music technology; supporting musicianship. In years three and four, students choose a strand which enables them to concentrate on one of the following: Performance, Composition, Pedagogy, Irish Traditional Music or Musicology.

Participation in ensembles is a core element in the programme. Ensembles include Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Choral Society, Chamber Choir, Opera Ensemble, Irish Traditional Music Ensemble, Big Band and Early Music Ensemble.

This course introduces students to a wide variety of music fields including: Irish traditional music, ethnomusicology, jazz and popular music, music therapy and the classical repertoire.

Students are encouraged to develop their performance skills, to take tuition to an advanced level with their chosen instrument and to take an active part in one of the Department's vocal or instrumental ensembles.

Studying music will allow you to engage with a range of traditions to acquire a profound understanding of how music works in theory and in creative practice.

If you are interested in understanding music and its place in society, developing music technology skills, writing music, or improving your skills as an informed performer, this course could be for you. A music degree will prepare you for a wide range of careers in the creative arts, journalism, music production, arts management, research, and teaching.

This programme will support you to develop your performance skills in your own current, chosen style(s) of music, while offering you the opportunity to explore and play a wide range of global musics. You will also develop your scholarly and theoretical knowledge of music. In order to offer new insights into the world of music and enhance your creative potential, you will be introduced to a wide range of performance practices and scholarly traditions. You will also study a number of vocational modules that will support you in your development of a fulfilling career.  

The BA (Hons) in Music is a four year full-time degree which aims to give the student a well-rounded third level music education. The course offers a balance between practical and theoretical modules within the context of the principal music genres (classical, Irish traditional, jazz and popular). This diversity will serve the student well both in the current job market and in pursuing postgraduate study opportunities.

The aim of this one year full time course is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision as a practitioner in the music industry and or to progress to further and or higher education and training. The programme focuses on music technology and radio production.

The undergraduate music degree programme at the School of Arts and Humanities at Ulster University is based around four core elements: Performance, Composition, Musicology and Music Technology.

Year 1 is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of musical styles, genres and disciplines enabling them to develop existing skills and interests as well as acquire a range of new ones. Note: All year 1 modules are compulsory for BMus students.

Year 2 allows students the opportunity to begin specialising by introducing a number of optional modules as well as level 2 modules in the four core disciplines.

Year 3 enables students to focus their degree programme in one or more related areas of specialist interest with a broad range of advanced level modules. Placement presents students the opportunity to take part in an internship with a local music or arts organisation while the Project options allow students to pursue an independent course of research or practical work in a chosen field of musical study.