ITT
Dublin
www.ittdublin.ie
Department of Humanities
Part-time programme guide
Lifelong Learning
Department of Humanities
Department of
Humanities
We regularly survey students to get their
opinions on Humanities programmes and
one of the most common pieces of
feedback we get is that they are relevant –
they provide the students with a tangible
skill with a very quick return. They also
value the small class sizes, which ensure
that they get a level of individual attention
they might not get elsewhere.
Complementing this is the Level-6 National
Certificate in Professional Cookery, a threeyear programme which allows those
working in the catering industry to gain a
formal qualification on a part-time basis,
one day per week.
As part of our strategy of broadening our
offering to potential students, we have
Practical
programmes,
marketable skills
The one-year English as a Foreign
Language (EFL) programme remains very
popular, particularly among the large
immigrant population of west Dublin.
Qualifying from the course enables
students to apply for mainstream
programmes at ITT Dublin and this partly
explains why this course is still much in
demand.
Culinary Arts remains a key strength for
the Department. The flagship programme
here is the Level-7 BA in Culinary Arts. It
runs over two years on a day-release basis
– in other words students spend a full day
at the college once a week. This allows
them to learn the necessary skills without
disrupting their work commitments.
introduced a new nine-month part-time
immersion programme – in Professional
Cookery – designed for career-changers.
Staying with the food theme, we have two
further programmes: the eight-week
Certificate in the Management of Food
Hygiene, which trains participants in both
the principles and effective management
of food hygiene; and the Diploma in Wine
and Beverage Management, a minor
award aimed at those intent on carving a
career in the dynamic wine and beverage
sector.
Dr David Irwin
Head, Department of Humanities
‘As part of our
strategy of broadening
our offering to
potential students, we
have introduced a new
nine-month part-time
immersion
programme’
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Lifelong Learning – Part-Time Programmes
English as a Foreign Language
Named Award:
Programme code:
Duration:
Timetable:
Commences:
Single Module NFQ 5 Credits
TA_HALAN_B
1 academic year
1 evening per week (3 hours)
September 2012
Programme Fee:
For full details of the fees and timetable for each year of
this programme please refer to our website
www.ittdublin.ie or to the Programme Fee and Schedule
guide for the current academic year.
Programme Outline & Aims
The main aim of this programme is to prepare those whose first
language is not English, but who have a good general
knowledge of English, for examination leading to a Higher
Certificate in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) which is
recognised internationally.
The programme aims to:
• Review and consolidate basic grammar points and introduce
students to more advanced grammatical concepts
appropriate to their level
• Improve proficiency in written skills with special focus on
written communication for business and academic purposes
• Further develop oral (speaking) competency by focusing on
pronunciation, presentation skills, register (the use of
appropriate terminology), vocabulary expansion and
grammatical accuracy.
• Enhance listening skills using state-of-the-art technology and
materials which focus on issues of national, international and
cultural interest (news items, documentaries, films, etc.).
• Increase the students’ awareness of Irish culture, politics and
history to give them a better understanding of Ireland & the
Irish way of life
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this course at the highest level (Upper
Intermediate/Advanced) meets the English competency entry
requirements for entry onto other programmes at ITT Dublin.
Entry Requirements
This course is designed for those with a working knowledge of
written and spoken English who wish to improve their language
skills and gain a formal qualification. The classes are delivered at
3 levels (Lower Intermediate, Intermediate and Higher
Intermediate/Advanced). Before attending the first class, all
applicants will complete a placement assessment to identify their
current level of English. The test will enable the Institute to place
students in the correct class for progression of their language
skills.
The course provides general preparation and guidance for
students who wish to sit either the IELTS exam in Academic
English or the IELTS exam in General Training. More information
on [email protected]
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The placement test consists of two components. The first
component comprises a grammar test (multiple choice
questions/answers - one hour in duration) and the second
component is a short listening test (multiple choice
questions/answers - 15 minutes duration).
Students will be informed of their results/level within a few days
and assigned their class.
Course Content
At each level, the course will focus on improving existing skills in
all four areas of language learning (reading, writing, listening
and speaking). Students will further develop their knowledge of
grammar and learn to put rules into practice when speaking and
writing. Work on grammar is supported by functional written
tasks such as letter/e-mail writing, report writing, etc. Students
will also apply this grammatical knowledge when engaging in
speaking activities (role-plays, interviews, general conversation,
presentations, etc.). Emphasis will be placed on identifying and
using appropriate vocabulary and making the necessary
distinction between professional and idiomatic language.
Key areas of pronunciation will be addressed at the start of each
course to ensure that students communicate fluently and
competently in both a social and/or professional context.
Department of Humanities
Students will engage in expanding vocabulary through reading
texts from a variety of up-to-date sources such as newspapers,
magazines, advertisements and letters. Emphasis will be placed
on expanding the students’ existing vocabulary through the use
of synonym/antonym exercises, word games and matching
exercises. Writing exercises will concentrate on fluency, the
employment of an effective range of vocabulary, correct
punctuation and spelling.
Listening exercises will include topical documentaries and news
items which will focus on local and international issues, Irish
culture and politics, thus increasing students’ awareness of
Ireland & its people.
How to Apply
We are constantly developing our on-line application facility,
please check our website www.ittdublin.ie to see if you can
apply on-line for this course. Alternatively, application forms can
be downloaded from the Institute website www.ittdublin.ie.
Forms are also available on request directly from the Institute by
contacting the Part-time Information Desk, Department of
Lifelong Learning. Tel: +353 1 404-2101 Email:
[email protected].
More Information
Information Desk, Department of Lifelong Learning.
Tel: +353 1 404-2101 Email: [email protected]
Programme Leaders
Brónach Gollogly, PhD.
Tel: +353 1 404-2844
Email: [email protected]
Mary Thornton, BA, M.Phil, Dip.Mktng
Tel: +353 1 404-2810
Email: [email protected]
‘An opportunity to develop general communication skills and
also improve reading and writing skills.’
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Lifelong Learning – Part-Time Programmes
Student view
I enrolled on this course to improve my
English and understand people when
they are talking. Ultimately, I want to get
a job and for that I will need good English.
‘Ultimately, I want to get
a job and for that I will
need good English’
In Congo, where I’m from, I was a dentist
and after I qualify I would like to work in
my field or public health area.
I have been living in Ireland for the past
two years. I heard about the EFL course
from a friend of mine. The course began
in September. It’s quite conversational –
we talk about lots of things, including Irish
culture. We also listen to the radio.
The course is only for three hours, one
night a week. Obviously you’re expected
to work at home between lectures. We
did exams at Christmas and will do so
again in May.
Name: Nadine Lubuya Kadima
Programme: English as a Foreign
Language (EFL)
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I’m the only African in the class. A lot of
the others are from Poland and the rest of
Eastern Europe. I’m the only one who
speaks French so it’s a bit lonely at times.
Overall I find the course very interesting
and I would definitely recommend it. It’s
not suitable for beginners, though. The
English is a good standard and beginners
might find it hard to keep up.
Department of Humanities
Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts
Named Award:
Programme code:
Duration:
Timetable:
Commences:
Bachelor of Arts NFQ Level 7
TA_HCART_D
2 academic years
Day release
September 2012
Programme Fee:
For full details of the fees and timetable for each year of
this programme please refer to our website
www.ittdublin.ie or to the Programme Fee and Schedule
guide for the current academic year.
Programme Outline & Aims
Course Content YEAR 1
The overall aim of the programme is to enable learners to
develop, produce and evaluate complex and artistic culinary
products of the highest quality, underpinned with the application
of advanced (state of the art) technology, within a commercial
context.
Classical & Contemporary Cuisine
Entry Requirements
It is a requirement that students on the programme have
achieved a National Certificate in Professional Cookery, FETAC
award (Level 6) or equivalent. It is also recommended that
applicants have at least one year’s post qualification experience.
Gastronomy
Culinary Leadership & Training
Synoptic Study
Work Based Learning
Course Content YEAR 2
Specialized Kitchen & Larder
Food Product Development
Candidates are chosen on basis of interview, to be held in ITT
Dublin. All applicants must have competence in spoken and
written English (please see page 126).
How to Apply
We are constantly developing our on-line application facility,
please check our website www.ittdublin.ie to see if you can
apply on-line for this course. Alternatively, application forms can
be downloaded from the Institute website www.ittdublin.ie.
Forms are also available on request directly from the Institute by
contacting the Part-time Information Desk, Department of
Lifelong Learning. Tel: +353 1 404-2101 Email:
[email protected]. As places are limited early
application is advised.
Culinary Leadership & Training
Synoptic Study
Work Based Learning
More Information
Information Desk, Department of Lifelong Learning.
Tel: 01 404-2101 Email: [email protected]
Programme Leader
Annette Sweeney B.Ed MAppl. Sc.
Tel: + 353 1 404-2826. Email: [email protected].
Course Content
This degree programme is run on a day-release basis over two
years and is suitable for qualified chefs, sous chefs and head
chefs working in a food business.
‘The other big plus is that it’s a very mobile skill; you can travel
with it, which makes it much easier to find a job abroad. I’m from
South Africa originally so I’m a good case in point!’
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Department of Humanities
Student view
I’m in the final year of my National Certificate in Professional Cookery at
ITT Dublin. I’ve been working as a chef at the five-star Heritage Hotel in
Portlaoise for the past 11 years and I want to become qualified now. It’s
better for my employer and for me.
The economy may not be the best at the
moment but I think being a chef is still a
good career. There aren’t too many chefs
out there so if you did lose your job you
should be able to pick up another one
easily enough. The other big plus is that it’s
a very mobile skill; you can travel with it,
which makes it much easier to find a job
abroad. I’m from South Africa originally so
I’m a good case in point!
Having a formal qualification behind me is
important. If an employer’s going to pay
you a decent salary, they’ll want to see a
proper qualification. And while many chefs
will work for a few years without getting
qualified, eventually most of them go back
to college to get the piece of paper - it
seems to be the way the industry is going.
One of the best things about the course is
that it’s broader than just cooking. You
learn about the industry itself, how to
bring in business, how to set up and
manage a business. I like that aspect; you
wouldn’t learn about that if you didn’t go
to college.
As for the future, I aim to finish the course
and then see how it goes. I’ve no plans to
move jobs but I would like to set up my
own business at some stage - run a bakery
perhaps, work for myself.
I’d definitely recommend the course. You
might think it’s just about cooking but
there’s a lot more to it than that.
I also learn stuff I can apply to the job,
such as putting together healthy menus
since we learn all about nutrition and the
nutritional value of particular ingredients.
‘One of the best things about the course is that it’s broader
than just cooking. You learn about the industry itself, how
to bring in business, how to set up and manage a business’
Name: Werner Coetzee
Programme: National Certificate in Professional Cookery
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