Bachelor of Education in Graphics, Engineering and Technology

Why study Education in Graphics, Engineering and Technology at UL? 

UL's School of Education is the largest secondary level teacher education provider in the state and is ranked in the top 150 universities in the world for Education programmes. 

This four-year level 8 degree qualifies secondary school teachers in the Irish context to teach Design and Communication Graphics (DCG),  Engineering and Technology at Senior Cycle, and Engineering, Graphics and Applied Technology at Junior Cycle.

• The School of Education at UL is one of the largest suppliers of teachers in Ireland. The reputation of our graduates and their tradition of success are well established in schools around Ireland
• A unique feature of this programme is that students develop subject-specific knowledge and skills alongside teaching knowledge and practice throughout all four years. As a result, no additional postgraduate study is required to qualify as a secondary school teacher.
• You will study in state-of-the-art facilities where you will develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become an outstanding Technology educator.
• You will be taught and supported by a diverse group of teacher educators, many of whom are qualified secondary school teachers, active researchers and award-winning educators.
• Students are supported in developing their subject knowledge, regardless of their prior experience in the area.
• While the majority of graduates of this programme will go into a teaching career, others will undertake further study at postgraduate level, and  others secure employment in the engineering and technology industry.
• Students spend six of the eight semesters on campus at UL and two semesters on school placement, which can take place anywhere in the Republic of Ireland.
• The programme is accredited by the Teaching Council of Ireland.