FriDAY 29th / SAtUrDAY 30th November 2019

SAtUrDAY 25th April 2020

SAtUrDAY 27th JUNe 2020opeN DAYS 2019-2020

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Admissions office TeAmThe Admissions Office organises the Open Days and you’ll find the

team at the welcome stands in the John Hume, Iontas and School

of Education buildings. Student Ambassadors will also happily

answer questions and point you in the right direction.

cAmPUs ToURs> Campus accommodation options

> Visit the Library

> Science labs

> Music Department

> Historical South Campus

> Sports facilities

exhibiTion AReAsAcademic department and general information stands are located

in the foyer of the Iontas, John Hume, School of Education and

Eolas buildings. The stands open 30 minutes before the first talks

and close 30 minutes after the last talks of the day.

You will have the opportunity to meet representatives from the

following areas:

AcAdemic dePARTmenTs: ARTs And sociAl science sTAnds

> Anthropology

> Business

> Economics, Finance and Accounting

> English

> Entrepreneurship

> European Studies

> Geography | Biological and Geographical Sciences

> Greek and Roman Civilization | Greek | Latin

> History

> International Development

> Law

> Media Studies | Media & Cultural Studies

> Medieval Irish and Celtic Studies

> Music | Music Technology

> Nua-Ghaeilge

> Philosophy

> Politics

> Product Design (Marketing and Innovation)

> Psychology | Psychological Studies

> School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures:

French | German | Mandarin Chinese | Spanish

> Social Science (Applied Social Studies) | Community and Youth Work

> Sociology

AcAdemic dePARTmenTs:edUcATion sTAnds> Early Childhood - Teaching and Learning

> Froebel Primary Education

> Science/Computer Science/Mathematics (with Education)

AcAdemic dePARTmenTs: science And engineeRing sTAnds

> Biology | Biological and Biomedical Sciences | Biological and

Geographical Sciences | Biotechnology

> Chemistry | Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry

> Computer Science | Computational Thinking

> Electronic Engineering | Engineering Science

> Experimental Physics | Physics with Astrophysics

> Mathematical Physics | Theoretical Physics

> Mathematics

> Psychology | Psychological Studies

> Robotics and Intelligent Devices

> Statistics | Data Science

geneRAl infoRmATion sTAnds > Access Office | Disability Office

> Accommodation | Home Finder Service

> Adult Education | BA Local Studies | Community Studies

> Fees and Grants Office | SUSI Grant Information

> Library

> Mature Student Information

> Maynooth University Certificate in Science

> Maynooth University Summer School

> Postgraduate Studies

> Sports Scholarships

> Study Abroad | Erasmus | International Office

> Your Maynooth Education | Critical Skills | Electives

Experiential Learning | Turn to Teaching

> Your College Budget

Availability of facilities and events may change. Timetable may change. Please check www.maynoothuniversity.ie/opendays for the most up-to-date information.

In Case of Emergency: Contact the nearest member of University staff or Open Day staff who will raise the alarm by activating the break glass unit at the nearest fire point (found in the corridors and on the exit routes). University Security Staff will also be alerted - emergency no. 01 708 3929 or 01 708 3333In the event of a fire alarm you are requested to vacate the building you are in immediately by the nearest exit. Do not use the lifts and remain outside until informed by a member of staff that you may re-enter.

Times and locations of all Open Day Events: www.maynoothuniversity.ie/opendays

WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE AT MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITYMaynooth University is the first choice for thousands of students every year. We’re glad you’re considering Maynooth too. By attending our Open Days you’ll get a clear insight into the range of opportunities that await you here - opportunities for academic and personal development.

We have grown from 1,000 students in 1980 to almost 13,000 students today. As Ireland’s only university town, our vibrant and beautiful campus is closely integrated with the historic and lively Kildare town of Maynooth and is located just 25km from Dublin city. Our strong tradition of graduate employability, research funding and student accessibility means that we will continue to attract Ireland’s brightest and best students.

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MAKE THE MOST OF OUR OPEN DAYSTry to find out as much as possible about the degrees and subjects that interest you, the social and recreational world of Maynooth University, our sports clubs and societies, our range of facilities and growing campus. Don’t hesitate to ask us any questions. We are very happy to help!

> Free buses to and from the Open Day on Saturday 30th

November 2019 and Saturday April 25th 2020.

> See the schedule of degree talks

> Your Maynooth Education opportunities – Critical Skills,

Electives, Experiential Learning and the Programme Advisory

Office

> Student-led tours of the North and South Campuses including

our teaching and learning facilities, accommodation, Library,

recreational facilities and more

> Exhibition locations where you’ll find academic department staff

and students

> Clubs and societies – currently over 100 available

> Academic and sports scholarships, transport options and any

other general queries you have - ask the Admissions Team

> Cafés where you can grab a free tea or coffee (for visitors who

have registered online)

www.maynoothuniversity.ie/opendays

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opeN DAYS 2019-2020

bUsiness, economics, finAnce And AccoUnTing Talks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> MH401 BA Finance | BA International Finance and Economics

> MH402 BSc Quantitative Finance

> MH403 BA Accounting and Finance

> MH404 BBS/BBA Business and Management BBS/BBA International Business | BBS/BBA Marketing

> MH405 BBS/BBA Equine Business

> MH407 BBS/BBA Business and Accounting

> MH411 BBS/BBA Entrepreneurship

> MH502 BCL (Law and Accounting) | MH502 BCL (Law and Business)

comPUTeR scienceTalks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> MH601 BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering (through Arts) | MH601 BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development (through Arts)

> MH602 BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering (through Science) | MH602 BSc Multimedia, Mobile and Web Development (through Science)

> MH603 BSc Computational Thinking

edUcATionTalks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> MH001 B Ed Bachelor of Education - Primary Teaching | MH002 - Gaeltacht Applicants

> MH212 BSc Science (with Education) | BSc Mathematics and Computer Science (with Education) | MH212 BSc Mathematics (with Education)

> MH801 BA Early Childhood - Teaching and Learning

elecTRonic engineeRingTalks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> MH304 BE Bachelor of Electronic Engineering

> MH306 BSc Robotics and Intelligent Devices

> QQI Entry to Maynooth University

> Information for Parents

> The Maynooth Education – Critical Skills and Electives

> Clubs and Societies

> Sport Scholarships

> Mature Student Application Process

> Disability Office Role and Supports

> The Higher Education Access Route

> Meet our Students

> Postgraduate Study Opportunities

> Budgeting for College

> SUSI Grant Application

> Careers and Subject Choice

> Theology at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth

geneRAl infoRmATion TAlKs:

enTRAnce scholARshiPsThe €1,000 Entrance Scholarship is automatically awarded to incoming first year students, via the CAO, who have obtained 550 points or more in the Leaving Certificate (from six subjects in one sitting).

For students presenting GCE A Levels the awards are based on achieving points from three/four subjects in GCE A levels.

Entrance Scholars have the option of residing on campus (normal charges apply). Entrance scholars who have not already booked their campus accommodation in May 2020, as normal, will be offered campus accommodation during CAO Round 1 offers. Unfortunately, the University is not in a position to provide on campus accommodation for Entrance Scholars offered places in Round 2 or subsequently, as they are fully booked in Round 1 annually.

sPoRT scholARshiPsApplication for 2020 entry closes on April 1st. Contact the Sports Development Officers for more information.

We offer Sport Scholarship programmes in GAA, rugby, golf, snooker, basketball and soccer. Other recognised sports may be considered under the scholarship programme for participants competing at a very high level e.g. carded athletes.

Benefits of our sport scholarship programme include:

> Concession of up to 60 CAO points if required> Access to expert coaching and fitness training> Sports psychology and time management workshops> Health and nutrition advice> Performance analysis> Financial bursary> Access to top level coaches and playing facilities> Free gym membership

Meet some of our sport scholars and Sports Development Officers during the Open Days.

socioeconomicAllY disAdvAnTAged sTUdenTs And sTUdenTs wiTh disAbiliTiesA number of scholarships and bursaries are available for students who might not normally be in a position to attend third level education due to serious socioeconomic disadvantage or disability.

mUsic scholARshiPsThe Head of the Maynooth University Department of Music awards one undergraduate Music Scholarship each year. This scholarship is for current Music students and is based on their end of year results.

mUsic enTRAnce scholARshiPThe top scoring applicant to the MH103 Bachelor of Music degree (based on the MH103 written test, interview and audition) will be offered the scholarship of €1,000. No separate scholarship application is necessary - automatically awarded.

eqUine bUsiness scholARshiPs (osboRne scholARshiPs)Four Equine Business Scholarships are automatically awarded annually to one student from each of the following categories:

1. School-leaving student with the highest points score in examinations;

2. Mature applicant;

3. QQI applicant;

4. Student from disadvantaged socioeconomic background.

SCholArShipS At mAYNooth UNiverSitYwe offeR oUR sTUdenTs A RAnge of AcAdemic And sPoRT scholARshiPs.

For details of the location and times of all Open Day events: www.maynoothuniversity.ie/opendays

FriDAY 29th & SAtUrDAY 30th November 2019SAtUrDAY April 25th & SAtUrDAY JUNe 27th 2020

mh101 The mAYnooTh bAcheloR of ARTs degReeOverview of the BA degree – this talk is scheduled three times during each Open Day.There are 36 subjects in the BA degree – subject talks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> Accounting | Finance | Economics

> Anthropology

> Business (International) | Business (Marketing) | Business (Management)

> Modern foreign languages: Chinese Studies | French | German | Spanish

> Computer Science

> Criminology

> English

> European Studies

> Gaeilge | Nua-Ghaeilge (Modern Irish)

> Geography

> Classics: Greek | Greek and Roman Civilization | Latin

> History

> International Development

> Law

> Mathematical Physics

> Mathematics: Mathematical Studies | Mathematics (Pure) | Statistics

> Media & Cultural Studies (NEW)

> Medieval Celtic Studies | Old Irish and Celtic Languages

> Music

> Music Technology

> Philosophy

> Politics

> Psychological Studies

> Sociology

> Critical Skills

mh201 The mAYnooTh bAcheloR of science degReeOverview of the BSc degree – this talk is scheduled twice during each Open Day.There are 9 subjects in the BSc degree – subject talks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> Biology

> Chemistry

> Computer Science

> Data Science

> Engineering Science

> Experimental Physics

> Mathematical Physics

> Mathematics

> Statistics

hUmAniTies And sociAl sciences

Talks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> MH103 BMus Bachelor of Music

> MH106 BA Psychology

> MH107 BSocSc Bachelor of Social Science

> MH109 BA Media Studies

> MH116 BSocSc Community and Youth Work (full-time) and part-time (MH802)

> MH305 BSc Product Design

> MH803 BA Community Studies | BA Local Studies

> MU001 BA Theology & Arts

lAwTalks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> MH501 LLB (Law)

> MH502 BCL (Law and Accounting) | MH502 BCL (Law and Business) | MH502 BCL (Law and Criminology) | MH502 BCL (Law and Arts)

scienceTalks are scheduled throughout each Open Day

> MH202 BSc Biotechnology

> MH203 BSc Biological and Geographical Sciences

> MH204 BSc Physics with Astrophysics

> MH206 BSc Theoretical Physics and Mathematics

> MH207 BSc Data Science

> MH208 BSc Biological and Biomedical Sciences

> MH210 BSc Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry

> MH212 BSc Science (with Education) | BSc Mathematics and Computer Science (with Education) | MH212 BSc Mathematics (with Education)

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Travelling To MaynooThMaynooth is served by two Dublin Bus routes, the 66 and the 67. Irish Rail and Bus Éireann services also link to Maynooth. A range of bus operators organise daily and weekly coach services to the campus – timed to fit in with lectures. The map indicates the locations which have direct transport links to and from the campus.

Access

Africa

AIESEC NEW

Aikido

Airsoft

American Football

Animal Rights

Anthropology

Aquatics

Archery

Arts Crafts and Design

Astro 2

Athletics

Australian Rules

Badminton

Basketball

Biology

BLW Campus Ministry

Bosco NEW

Boxing

Business

Busking

Camogie

Cancer

Cards

Celtic Studies

Chemistry

Chess

Chinese

Christian Union

Circus

Common Grounds NEW

Creative Writing

Cuallacht na Gaeilge

Dance

Design Lab

Deukuma

Disney

DJ

Drama

Education

Electronics Engineering

ELSA

Empower

Enactus

Equestrian

Feminist

Fencing

Finomics

FLAC

French

Froebel

GAA Handball

Gaisce NEW

Galway Cycle

Game of Thrones

Games

Geography

Golf

GradSoc NEW

Green Campus

History

Hockey

Hogwarts

Hurling

IESN

Islamic

Israel

Japanese Culture

Judo

Kenpo Karate

Kickboxing

Kilkenny Campus

Labour

Ladies GAA Football

Ladies Soccer

Languages

Law

Legion of Mary

Literary & Debating

Mars FM

Maths

Media

Mens GAA Football

Mens Soccer

Mental Health

Mountaineering & Bouldering NEW

MUCK

Music

Musical

Ogra Fianna Fail

Olympic Handball

Omega

People Before Profit NEW

Pokemon

Politics & Sociology

Pride

Pro Life

Pro-Choice NEW

Psychology

Red Cross

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Rowing

Rugby

Shotokan Karate

Sinn Fein

Snooker

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Socialist Party

St Catherine’s NEW

Strength & Fitness

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Tea

The Purpose Movement NEW

Trad Music

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Ultimate Frisbee

Volleyball

Yoga

Young Fine Gael

mAYnooTh UniveRsiTY clUbs And socieTies*Have a look at the list and start thinking about which clubs and societies you’d like to join!

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UNDergrADUAte eveNtS 2019–2020evenT dATe

Open Days Friday, 29th November 2019Saturday, 30th November 2019

CAO Information Evening Wednesday, 8th January 2020

Spring Open Day Saturday, 25th April 2020

Summer School Monday to Friday, 15th – 19th June 2020

Summer Open Day Saturday, 27th June 2020

Information Day for School Principals and Guidance Counsellors

Tuesday, 8th September 2020

Campus Tours Any stage during the year

Schools’ Liaison We visit schools and attend careers fairs throughout the year

For details of the locations and times of all undergraduate events checkwww.maynoothuniversity.ie/undergradevents

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