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Date of Review May 2011 Go Back
Year of Study 2nd
1 Helpful votes.
Student Type Traditional
From Meath
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Why did you choose to study in this college?

High interest in computing

Are you happy with your choice of course?

Yes

On reflection, what made it the right or wrong choice for you?

I'm strong in this area of math/problem solving.

How many hours of organised classes do you have per week?

11-15hrs

Are your lectures/labs mainly based on or off the main campus?

On

Is your course weighted more on continuous assessment or end of year exams?

End of year exams

Is there an option to study abroad on your course?

I don't know

What are your favourite aspects of your course?

Emphasis on continuous assessment and skill rather than memorising notes and writing large essays.

What are your least favourite aspects of your course?

Can be quite confusing sometimes and easy to fall behind on work.

Was your course what you expected?

Yes

What do you wish you had known before choosing this course?

That it helps immensely to revise as you go along rather than all at the end before exams.

Why?

I rarely need to use the library but when I do it is simple enough to use.

Rate your course in terms of difficulty

Difficult

Please rate your course in terms of workload

Similar to other courses

Are you an active member of any societies?

Yes

If yes, please name the societies

Gamessoc Redbrick

Why do you enjoy being a member of this society? why should a prospective student think of joining this society?

Gamessoc is extremely active with 4 events a week. Great break from working.

Are you a member of any sports clubs?

No

How much do you spend on living every week (going out, food, transport etc.), excluding rent and bills?

<40

Do you or have you lived away from home during college?

No

How would you recommend this college to a friend?

I recommend it for those who want an easy-going college with many highly active clubs and socs.

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