Postgraduate Programmes

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Queries

How do I Apply?

You can apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button on each programme page.

Is it possible to send a hardcopy of the application?

No, all applications must be made online.

http://www.dit.ie/study/postgraduate/howtoapply/

What are the minimum entry requirements for admission?

The minimum entry requirement for the majority of taught programmes is a minimum of a 2.2 hons degree or equivalent. Equivalency for international degrees will only be checked subject to application. If English is not your native language, you must also provide an accepted certificate in English proficiency. Please see the following for a list of accepted English proficiency certificates and results:

The following tests and results are acceptable:

Qualifications	Minimum Level Required (some programmes may require a higher score)
ETAPP	C1
TOEFL Paper Based Test	550
TOEFL Computer Based Test	213
TOEFL Internet Based Test	80
IELTS	6.0
TOEIC (Not currently accepted for DT588)	700 (May be supplemented by interview)
TIE (Only currently accepted for DT558)	B2+
GCE O Level English	Grade C
GCSE English	Grade C
Irish Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level	Grade D
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English	Grade C
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English	Grade A
NEAB Test in English	Pass
Norwegian Vitnemal	Grade Average 4

In addition, applicants must meet DIT requirement for the particular programme(s) applied for, see individual programmes of study.

I have not yet finished my primary honours degree. Can I still apply?

Of course, please be sure to include your academic transcripts to date and to forward your final results as soon as you receive them.

What is the closing date for application?

The closing date for the majority of our programmes, commencing in September 2012, is Friday, 27th April, 2012. However some programmes set their own individual dates so please consult our website at www.dit.ie/study/postgraduate prior to making an application.

Course Content / Fees / Timetables

I want to know something about the course content or outline. Can the Postgraduate Admissions Office Studies help?

Our website contains up to date information on our taught programmes, and this is what the Postgraduate Admissions office will use to aid you in your query. If after looking at the website, you still require more information on the taught programme of interest to you it is advisable to contact the Course Coordinator. Contact details of each can be found at the top of each course outline on our website.

What are the fees for the Academic Year 2012/2013?

The fees for each course can be found at the bottom in the Registrations area of this site - click here to access.

Can you give me an indication of what my timetable would be like were I to do the course?

Please see the following link and follow the instructions: Timetables

Please note that these are the timetables for 2011/12 and are subject to change.

Another option is to contact the course coordinator. Contact details of each can be found at the top of each course outline on our website.

I am a non-EU applicant and have been living in Ireland for a while, I think I qualify for the EU status. Can you tell me if I do?

You will need to contact the International office who will help you with this query. The number is 01 - 4023435 Or e-mail: pg.international@dit.ie

Please also see this link for information on the EU Fee Policy at DIT.

Notification on Application status

I was not offered any of the courses I applied for. Can I get my application fee back?

The application fee is non-refundable.

I have been asked to provide transcripts of my degree, but I am a former DIT student. Surely you have my transcripts:

We do not have access to students records as these are confidential. It is your responsibility to forward your transcripts to the Postgraduate Admissions Office. Please mention your application number when doing so.

Offers / Regrets / Deferrals

I have been offered a course but I am still waiting to hear about another one I would prefer to do. What should I do?

All offers are given a time frame to reply by. In this instance if you feel you would like to pursue the first course offered, even if you don't get offered your preferred course, please return your acceptance letter and pay the acceptance fee by the date specified. If then at a later date you are offered your preffered course we can then switch your acceptance.

Will I have to pay the acceptance fee twice then?

No. If you have accepted another course and paid the €300 already we can transfer this acceptance fee to the new course you wish to accept. Therefore the acceptance fee will only ever be paid once.

I need to pay a 300 euro deposit fee for my course, how can I do that ?

You can pay by Cheque, Bank Draft or Postal Order and the payment should be made payable to DIT. At this time credit/debit cards cannot be accepted.

I have been offered a place on a course but I will not get my transcripts until July. Do I need to pay the deposit fee now ?

If you are interested in the place, you are strongly advised to send back the acceptance form and pay the 300 euro to secure your place and we will wait for your transcripts. The deposit fee is non refundable but in the case where you do not get the minimum requirement of an honours degree 2.2 (or 2.1 for some courses), we will refund the 300 euro minus an administration fee.

I wish to defer my course for one year. Is this possible?

Deferrals are at the Course Coordinators discretion. If you wish to defer please contact postgraduate@dit.ie and we will look after it for you.

If I defer can I have my acceptance fee refunded?

The acceptance fee is non-refundable. Should your deferral be granted, the fee paid will be carried over to the following year and deducted from the rest of the tuition fees for that year.