Established by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Skills in a joint initiative between the Higher Education Authority and SOLAS, the National Tertiary Office (NTO) was tasked with the development of new progressive pathways through further education to higher education which is central to the government’s ambition of a unified tertiary education system.
Historic change in third-level education introduces degree programmes outside points system
IADT Launch New Tertiary Degree with Bray FE & Ballyfermot FE
IADT led a cluster across CDETB and KWETB, that saw staff from Bray FE and Ballyfermot FE work closely with subject experts in Technology, Film and Media Production at IADT and external industry experts to realise this new tertiary course in Immersive Media Production. A “novel tertiary course” is one that commences in an Education and Training Board (ETB) and continues in a Higher Education Institution (HEI), culminating in the award of a degree. In this proof-of-concept phase, 23 tertiary degree courses will commence in September across 11 locations nationwide and offer choices across in-demand fields of provision including; Business, ICT, Arts & Media, Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction and Health & Welfare.
The HEI and ETB partners collaborated closely on the development and shared delivery of tertiary programmes to provide students with a seamless transition from FET into higher education and a clearly defined learner pathway right through to professional practice. From day one of their tertiary degree course, the learner is recognised as a registered student of both the ETB where they are commencing their course and the partnered university which provides the student with access to dual supports and services, including libraries, sports, and other campus facilities as well as academic, health and wellbeing supports.
Commenting on the launch, the President of IADT, David Smith said: “IADT were delighted to be selected as one of only six HEIs nationally to lead the pilot to develop novel tertiary programmes and pathways for future learners across FE and HE. Today’s announcement is the culmination of 6 months of intensive research and development with our City of Dublin and Kildare Wicklow ETB partners. I am particularly grateful to the IADT project team and their colleagues in Bray Institute of Further Education and Ballyfermot College of Further Education, who were instrumental in developing this exciting new Degree programme. The BA(Hons) in Immersive Media Production fully reflects the strengths and complementarity across each partner, and we look forward to welcoming students in September.”
About IADT
Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology (IADT) is Ireland’s only institute of art, design and technology.
IADT has a specific focus on the creative cultural and technological sectors, when you visit IADT you’ll discover a campus alive with ideas, innovation and entrepreneurial activity.
Programmes in both the Faculty of Film, Art + Creative Technologies and the Faculty of Enterprise + Humanities are unique in that they combine practical, transferable skills with academic learning. And because we believe in being active in research and practice, our students get to work with fantastic staff, many of whom are internationally acclaimed in their fields. Our fresh, modern campus in Dún Laoghaire is currently home to over 2300 students and staff. With outstanding facilities and a lively, friendly atmosphere, we know you’ll feel at home here too.
From full-time undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to accredited part time courses, IADT has earned the reputation as Ireland’s leading creative cultural and technological institute by consistently providing innovative, practical and relevant courses.
About Bray Institute of Further Education
Bray Institute of Further Education (BIFE), Wicklow, offers a wide range of courses in Bray, Co. Wicklow.
For the past twenty six years Bray Institute of Further Education has been a centre of excellence in the field of Further Education. The Institute is a constituent Institute of the Kildare/Wicklow Education Training Board (KWETB). At present the Institute has over twelve hundred full-time learners studying at Degree, Diploma and Certificate level and three thousand learners on part-time courses.
The Institute has a national profile attracting learners from all over Ireland and abroad. The Institute is only a short journey from Dublin City Centre.
Institute Facilities include:
- Design Studios
- Art and Ceramic Studios
- Multimedia Studios
- TV and Video Studio
- Mac Digital Sound Studio
- DJ Studio
- Film Editing Studios
- Graphic Design Studio
- Library
- Internet access on all PCs
- Various Specialised Rooms
- Wireless availability throughout the campus
- Playing Pitches and Sports Hall
- Canteen
- Therapy Rooms
- Nine computer labs
Consistently innovative and flexible in its approach, the Institute has maintained its leading role in Further Education. BIFE has established links with Third Level Colleges in Ireland and abroad enabling our graduates to progress to higher education.
About Ballyfermot College of Further Education
Ballyfermot College of Further Education offers courses in Animation, Games, Art, Design, Digital Media, Music, TV, Film, Business, Tourism, Social Care, and Community Education.
BCFE is a college of further and higher education providing vocational education through the provision of excellent teaching and guidance in a caring and supportive learning environment.
Recognising our position within the City of Dublin ETB we have a responsibility to provide educational opportunity and support to all and in particular to our local community.
Mindful of the role of education in encouraging active citizenship we strive to create a culture of critical engagement with global social justice issues. We thereby aspire to provide an educational framework that encourages graduates to meaningfully contribute to their community, both local and global.
Conscious of our educational tradition we continue to be innovative and creative in the provision of courses to meet the needs of our present and prospective students.
Our courses provide students with relevant qualifications and competencies enabling them to succeed in work and in further studies.
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