Bachelor of Education - Irish Sign Language Pathway (Restricted Entry)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Education - Irish Sign Language Pathway at Dublin City University prepares students to become Primary School Teachers in the deaf education sector. The program emphasizes leadership, communication skills, and a deep understanding of deaf education, equipping graduates with the knowledge and skills to teach all subjects of the primary curriculum using approaches that develop children's understanding and motivation.

Program Outline

Extracted Information: Bachelor of Education - Irish Sign Language Pathway (Restricted Entry)

Degree Overview:

• Program Name: Bachelor of Education - Irish Sign Language Pathway (Restricted Entry)
• Program Code: DC005
• Program Type: Undergraduate
• Delivery Mode: Full-Time
• Duration: 4 Years
• Course Overview: Prepares students for a career as a Primary School Teacher in the deaf education sector.
• Program Objectives:
• Equip students with the knowledge and skills to teach all subjects of the primary curriculum using approaches that develop children's understanding and motivation.
• Build students' leadership abilities and communication skills.
• Develop students' understanding of how children learn, navigate the school system, and manage classrooms.
• Specialize students in deaf education.
• Program Highlights:
• Taught by internationally recognized experts in primary teacher education.
• Extensive experience in a broad range of classes in different types of deaf education settings.
• Specialism in deaf education designed to prepare students as leaders and innovators in the field.
• Small groups fostering close relationships with fellow students.
• Action research project as part of the final school placement.

Outline:

• Year 1 & 2:
• Fundamentals of teaching.
• Understanding how children think and learn.
• Curriculum coverage across all subjects using appropriate approaches.
• Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology of Education, and History of Education modules.
• Year 3:
• Review and application of learned knowledge in different situations.
• Enhanced understanding of classroom contexts and planning for rich learning experiences.
• Developing democratic practices and enabling children to engage ethically with the world.
• Year 4:
• Deepening expertise.
• Exploring big ideas in education: social justice, inclusion, and working in a school community.
• Research project.
• Placement:
• Time spent in schools each year, with extended placements in Years 3 and 4.
• Gradual progression from observing the class teacher to leading full-day teaching.
• Specialization:
• Year 1: Deaf communities, their histories and cultures.
• Years 2-4: Sign language acquisition, audiology, assessment of children with hearing loss, working with families and professionals.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Assessment Criteria:

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Faculty:
• Taught by internationally recognized experts in primary teacher education.
• Unique Approaches:
• Small group environment for fostering close relationships.
• Action research project as part of final placement.

Careers:

• Career Paths:
• Primary School Teacher in the deaf education sector.
• Government Departments.
• National Voluntary Organisations.
• Statutory Bodies.
• Career Prospects:
• Consultant.
• Content Writer.
• Educational Administrator.
• Principal in a deaf education setting.
• Researcher.
• School Inspector.
• Teacher in a deaf education setting.
• Teacher Educator for deaf education.

Other:

• Admission Requirements:
• Minimum of H5 in three subjects and O6/H7 in three other subjects, including minimum of O4 or H7 in English; O4 or H7 in Mathematics.
• Competency in Irish Sign Language (assessed prior to entry).
• Audiologist letter confirming significant permanent bilateral deafness (pure tone average of 41dB or above in the less deaf ear) OR
• Principal of a school for the deaf/special class for deaf children in a mainstream school (approved by the NCSE) letter confirming enrollment due to deafness.
• Passing Irish Sign Language competency examination (65% or higher at level B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
• Contact Information:
• Email: ioe@dcu.ie
• Phone: +353 (0) 1 700 9161
• Additional Resources:
• DCU Institute of Education: https://www.dcu.ie/ioe/
It is recommended to consult the official program website or contact the university for the most up-to-date information.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

• Student Contribution: €3,043 per annum
• EU Status Fee: €5,607 per annum
• Non EU Fee: €15,000 per annum
• Material Charge: €175 Year 1 only