Humanities and Social Sciences Schedule
Saturday 21st November
10.00am-4.00pm
Overview of Schedule
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Saturday 21st November 2020 |
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Lecture |
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10.00-10.30am |
Why Study at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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10.30-11.00am |
Courses from the School of Communications: Communications Studies; Journalism; Multimedia Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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11.00-11.30am |
Applied Language and Translation Studies Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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11.30-12.00pm |
Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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12.00-12.30pm |
Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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12.30-1.00pm |
Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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1.00-1.30pm |
Gaeilge le hÁbhair Eile / Gaeilge with other subjects Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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1.30-2.00pm |
Courses from the School of Law and Government: Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL); International Relations; Economics, Politics and Law, Global Challenges Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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2.30-3.00pm |
Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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3.00-3.30pm |
Courses from the School of Communications: Communications Studies; Journalism; Multimedia Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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3.30-4.00pm |
Courses from the School of Law and Government: Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL); International Relations; Economics, Politics and Law Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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1.00-4.00pm |
Online Q&A for Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Courses |
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Registration |
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Zoom Link |
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Breakdown of Schedule
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Saturday 21st November |
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10.00-10.30am |
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Title of Lecture |
Why Study at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Presenter |
Dr Aisling De Paor, School of Law and Government |
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Description |
Join Aisling to learn more about the excellent experience that awaits you at DCU and why you should put a Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences course on your CAO. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Saturday 21st November |
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10.30-11.00am AND 3.00-3.30pm |
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Title of Lecture |
Courses from the School of Communications: BA in Communications Studies; BA in Journalism; BSc in Multimedia |
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Presenter |
Martin Molony |
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Description |
The DCU School of Communications is the top School in Ireland for media and communications. The School has been consistently ranked in the top 200 of almost 4,500 universities worldwide in the area of communications. This talk will provide an overview of the three undergraduate courses taught in the School and the differences between each. BA in Communications: Explore the many ways in which we communicate while learning the basics of media production through audio, video, imaging, communication and presentation. BA in Journalism: You have a profound sense of curiosity about the world, possess the ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly, can relate facts to the bigger picture, work to deadline and you’re excited at the prospect of learning how to tell stories across a range of platforms from social to mobile to broadcast. BSc in Multimedia: This is a course for those who are creative, enquiring, and interested in the creation of engaging and interactive media experiences. Our graduates are highly successful designers, developers, artists, educators, entrepreneurs, and scholars. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Saturday 21st November |
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Time |
11.00-11.30am |
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Title of Lecture |
BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies |
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Presenter |
Dr Patrick Cadwell |
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Description |
This course has been designed to prepare a new generation of translators and language specialists for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. You will develop and enhance your language skills in two foreign languages, including Chinese, French, German, Japanese and Spanish and be equipped with the skills needed to communicate effectively across cultures and languages at both social and professional level. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Saturday 21st November |
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Time |
11.30-12.00pm |
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Title of Lecture |
BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation |
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Presenter |
Dr Ciarán Dunne |
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Description |
You will be provided with a unique range of subjects from the fields of Sociology, Media, Politics and Innovation. This future-focused programme is designed to equip you for the 21st century workplace and a world defined by increased connectivity and rapid technological change. It aims to bring an applied focus to the Social Sciences, providing you with the opportunity to actively engage with areas such as social entrepreneurship and cultural innovation, as well as the chance to gain valuable work experience. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Date |
Saturday 21st November |
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Time |
12.00-12.30pm |
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Title of Lecture |
BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance |
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Presenter |
Ronan Guilfoyle |
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Description |
The course covers a wide range of musical techniques including performance, instrumental technique, improvisation, composition, computer music, aural training, arranging and pedagogical studies, giving you the skills necessary to operate in a wide area of contemporary music, not just jazz. Opportunity for you to apply to transfer into Berklee College of Music in Boston, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world in the field of contemporary music. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Date |
Saturday 21st November |
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Time |
12.30-1.00pm AND 2.30-3.00pm |
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Title of Lecture |
Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours |
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Presenter |
Dr Alicia Castillo Villanueva |
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Description |
Did you know that DCU is ranked in the top 200 universities in the world for Arts & Humanities? The Bachelor of Arts: Joint Honours degree draws on DCU strengths in humanities and social sciences while giving you the choice of what you want to study from a unique range of subjects. All Joint Honours students can apply to spend a year abroad studying in another country or spend a year on paid work experience between year two and three. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Date |
Saturday 21st November |
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Time |
1.00-1.30pm |
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Title of Lecture |
Gaeilge le hÁbhair Eile / Gaeilge with other subjects |
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Presenters |
Emer Ní Bhrádaigh |
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Description |
Níl aon chéim eile in Éirinn ar a múintear cúrsaí chomh sainiúil seo sa ghnó, sa bhainistíocht agus i dTeicneolaíocht na Faisnéise trí mheán na Gaeilge. Tá nasc idir an clár seo agus fostóirí náisiúnta agus idirnáisiúnta a thugann tús áite do chéimithe a bhfuil sárscileanna gnó agus IT acu agus ar ceannairí nuálacha iad. No other degree in Ireland offers such an advanced course of studies in business, management and information technology, taught through the Irish language. The programme is linked with national and international employers who favour graduates with superior business and IT skills who are also innovative leaders. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Date |
Saturday 21st November |
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Time |
1.30-2.00pm AND 3.30-4.00pm |
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Title of Lecture |
Courses from the School of Law and Government: Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL); BA in International Relations; BA in Economics, Politics and Law |
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Presenter |
Dr Diarmuid Torney |
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Description |
Bachelor of Civil Law: You will learn how the legal process operates and how law and social forces influence one another in our modern world. In this degree, you will explore the key foundations of law (for instance, constitutional law, contract law and criminal law), and examine critical perspectives on the nature of these subjects, the practice of law, and the wider role of law in society. The course also gives you the opportunity to study the core modules to prepare for entrance exams to the Law Society as a trainee solicitor, or to qualify for entrance to the Barrister-at-Law degree at King's Inns. BA in International Relations: The International Relations course will give you insight into the major world issues that challenge and fascinate us today. You will examine the forces that shape contemporary societies, such as globalisation, international law, third-world debt and American foreign policy. You will also study key institutions like the European Union and the United Nations. The course can be completed in three years or in four with an optional third year abroad in one of our partner Institutes. You can also opt to apply for a year-long INTRA work placement in year three. BA in Economics, Politics and Law: This course will provide you with an understanding of how economics, politics and law are inextricably bound together and how they can be applied to real world situations. The course can be completed in three years or in four with an optional third year abroad in one of our partner Institutes. You can also opt to apply for a year-long INTRA work placement in year three. BSc in Global Challenges: The DCU BSc in Global Challenges is for people who want to challenge themselves to take on the world’s problems. This unique programme integrates social science and technology studies through challenge-based learning. Students will engage with concrete problems, such as climate change, gender stereotypes, fake news, and global inequality through simulations and hackathons, inspired by examples from the public, private, and NGO sectors, as well as student-generated challenges. We will equip graduates to develop socially effective technological solutions to real problems. Click HERE to view the recording from the DCU Virtual Open Day. |
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Q&A |
You can ask your questions on our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by clicking into this link. |
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Course |
BA in Theology and Religious Studies |
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Description |
This honours degree is an exciting course for mature students wishing to pursue the academic study of theology and religion. The BA in Theology and Religious Studies offers the opportunity to reflect on the significance of religion in a complex world. In this programme you’ll explore the origins and development of the world’s major religions, along with the beliefs and practices that are central to these traditions. You will also have the opportunity to study the Bible and other sacred texts, explore the importance of ethics in our personal, social and political lives, and reflect on the place of ecumenical and interreligious dialogue in the contemporary world. The course is intended for people from a broad range of backgrounds who wish to study theology and religion for personal enrichment as well as those who would like to study theology with a view to being more active in their local community. This course suits mature students interested in areas like community work, parish ministry and liturgy, youth and young adult ministry, social justice engagement, ecumenical projects, dialogue with other faith communities, and education and school boards. This degree also serves as a qualification for those wishing to pursue postgraduate study or research. To qualify, you must be aged 23 or over on the 1st January in the year of application. For further information and course entry requirements, go to: www.dcu.ie/DC300 |
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Q&A |
If you have questions you would like to ask about this course, you can join our online Q&A between 1-4pm on Saturday 21st November. You can join the Q&A by click this link. |