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OPEN/CAREER DAY
Friday
23rd January 2015
10:00 – 16:00
Bray Institute of Further Education Novara Avenue,
Bray, Co. Wicklow
TeL: 01 282 96 68
Welcome to BIFE OPEN DAY
Bray Institute of Further Education (BIFE) is a centre of excellence in the field of
Further Education for the past twenty five years.
The Institute has a national profile attracting learners from all over Ireland and
abroad. It is located on a six acre site only 150 metres from Bray town centre
and walking distance from the DART station.
At present BIFE has over one thousand full-time learners studying at Degree,
Diploma and Certificate Level and over one thousand learners on part-time
courses.
The dedicated staff at BIFE have years of experience in Further Education and
promise to assist you in achieving your potential.
Meet them on Friday 23rd January from 10am to 4pm and discuss your future!
Lectures will take place in the Institute library and room 18 &19 from 10:30am.
Learn about your career path and speak to the staff who with their
educational knowledge and specialist industry experience can guide you in
the right direction.
Workshops and demonstrations will run throughout the day which will allow you
to speak to BIFE students and get their views on the courses.
Get ahead and plan your future with BIFE
Schedule of careers talks
Lectures
Speaker
Venue
Time
A career in Dance
Annette Hynes &
Alison Doherty
Room 18
10:30
Guidance & Financial Supports
Matt Way
Library
10:30
A Career in Outdoor Sport
Keith Fitzsimmons
Room 19
10:30
A Career in Architectural Design
& Technology
Berni Walsh
Room 18
11:00
A Career as an Accounting
Technician
ATI Speaker
Room 19
11:00
Science – Pre University
Claire McQuade
Library
11:00
A Career in Business &
Paddy McNulty &
Erinne Tyrrell
Room 18
11:30
A Career in Youth Work & Social
Care
Keith Fitzsimmons
Room 19
11:30
A Career in Sport
Charles Batt
Library
11:30
A Career in Horticulture
Claire McQuade
Room 18
12:00
A Career in Nursing/Midwifery &
Health Care
Emer Shortall
Room 19
12:00
Art Portfolio How to prepare for the Interview
Annette Vella
Library
12:00
A Career in Security
Charles Batt
Room 18
12:30
A Career in Gaming
Ross Lee
Room 19
12:30
Guidance & Financial Supports
Matt Way
Library
12:30
Tourism
Workshops
Name
Speaker
Venue
Time
Fashion Workshops
June Verdon & Anne
Jeffares
Fashion Rooms
10:00,
11:00,12:00,
13:00
Nail Art
Siobhán Tobin
Room H3
10:00 – 2:00
10:00 - 12:00
Make-up
Siobhán Tobin
Room H3
Fashion, Theatre &
Media Make-Up
Jo Nugent
Room H1
10:00 – 2:00
Indian Head & On-site
Massage
Laura Heffernan
Room H2
10:00– 2:00
10:00,11:00,
Nursing & CPR
Workshop
Margaret Allen
Room H4
12:00 & 13:00
Jazz Dance
Emma Hayward
Dance Studio
11:00 – 12:00
Sound
Production/Music
Technology
Ken Harte, & Ivan
Jackman
Sound Studio A & B
11:00,12:00
DJ Techniques
Sunil Sharpe and
Paddy ó hAilpín
DJ Studio
11:30 & 12:30
Contemporary Dance
Eimear Byrne
Dance Studio
12:00 – 1:00
Fine Art Portfolio
Presentations for BTEC
Helen Pomphrey
Room 19
10:30 – 12:30
Acting
Simon Keogh
TV Studio
14:00 – 15:00
Sylvia Kelly & Irene
Milner
H3
10:00 – 12:00
Arts & Crafts in
Childcare
13:00
12:40 – 1:20
Demonstrations & Presentations
Demonstrations & Presentations
Speaker
Venue
Time
The Silver Tassie Rehearsals
Performing Arts Students
Stage
All day
Wood Turning
John Mangan
Furniture
Studio
10:00 to 11:00
Ceramic Making
Jean Cleary
Ceramic
Studio
10:00 & 12:00
Dog Grooming
Delma Rae
Grooming
Studio
10:30 – 11:30
1:30 – 3:30
Film Editing & Special Effects
Noel McAoidh
Editing
Studio
12:00 – 12:20
14:00 – 14:20
Gaming
Ross Lee
Room 5
14:00 – 14:20
Description of Career Talks
BIFE Games Courses & Progression routes
Speaker: Ross Lee (Gaming Co-ordinator)
The international gaming industry is a growing one. It is now larger than the
film industry. There has never been a better time to be involved in this
extremely exciting industry. Ireland is home to large international corporations
that provide gaming solutions in a multitude of forms; from development
through to localization and testing. Ireland also boasts quite a number of
internationally renowned companies without which the industry could not
have developed as it has. This talk will give an introduction to our two games
courses and the career and educational opportunities available.
A Career in the Music Industry
Speaker: Kenneth Harte (Sound & DJ Co-ordinator)
A qualification in Music Production and Sound Recording prepares students
for a wide range of careers including working in Live Sound, Recording
Studios, Audio Installation, Sound Reinforcement, Music Production, Post
Sound for TV & Film, Audio Editing, Foley Artist, Location Sound, Gaming
Audio, Theatre Engineer, Event Promotion, Music Management, Education,
and Software Development. BIFE offers Level 5 and 6 Certificate and Diploma
qualifications with educational paths to Degrees in Music Production.
Financial Supports
Speaker: Matthew Way (Career Guidance Counsellor)
This talk gives an overview of the two main sources of income for BIFE
Learners: the maintenance grant and Back to Education allowance: who is
eligible, how much students receive and how to apply.
A Career in Horticulture
Speaker: Claire McQuade (Horticulture Co-ordinator)
A qualification in Horticulture prepares students for career opportunities in
Landscape Design & Construction, Nursery Management, Allotment
Gardening etc. Claire will speak about these career opportunities along with
the courses that BIFE offer in these areas and the progression opportunities
that are available to third level Colleges.
A Career in Business & Tourism
Speaker: Paddy McNulty Head of School of Business & Computing)
A qualification in Business prepares students for career opportunities in
Marketing, Finance, Accountancy, HR and Consultancy. A tourism
qualification offer career opportunities in Hotel Management, Event
Management, Reservations, Tour Operations, Heritage & Tourism Marketing.
Paddy will speak about these career opportunities along with the courses
that BIFE offer in these areas and the progression opportunities that are
available to third level Colleges.
A Career in Nursing/Midwifery and Health Care
Name of Speaker: Emer Shortall (Nursing Co-ordinator)
Nursing involves the care of individuals of all ages, groups and communities,
sick and well, in many different settings. Health Care Assistants work in a
supportive role in providing hands on care. If you have good
communication skills, a caring nature and are committed to helping others,
come along and hear about the courses we offer and career opportunities
for the future.
A Career in Sport & Security
Name of Speaker: Charlie Batt (Head of Sport & Security Dept.)
Job opportunities in the Sport and Security Industries have exploded over the
past few years. Mr. Batt will discuss career opportunities in these industries. He
will talk about the courses that BIFE offer and the progression opportunities
that are available to Third Level Colleges.
Science Pre-University
Name of Speaker: Claire McQuade (Co-Ordinator)
This course was set up with the idea of giving students the opportunity to
study all three science subjects – Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Many
leaving cert students would have 2 science subjects but lack the third. They
also study lab skills and mathematics. This will give them a clear advantage
on entering college.
The extra year link between university and school defines the student’s
interest in science and enables them to complete tasks successfully within a
confined time period and to a high standard.
Architectural Design and Technology
Name of Speaker: Berni Walsh (Course Co-Ordinator)
An Architect plans, designs, and oversees the construction of buildings that
have human occupancy or use as their main purpose. Their work can also
involve preparing feasibilities studies, planning, conservation and renovation.
They need understanding of many different areas including law, spatial
planning, aesthetics, construction materials and methods, services, building
regulations, management, finance and history.
Historically most architectural design and construction was carried out by
artisans—such as stone masons, carpenters, or master builders. Today only
qualified people with appropriate qualifications and registration may legally
practice architecture.
Technical knowledge is as important as design. The architectural Technologist
provides information on the technical design solutions and is trained in
building construction methods and technology. They typically concentrate
on the technology of building, design and construction. They can also be
involved in the project management working with contractors on site.
EXHIBITION AREA
The exhibition area in the Institute’s Hall will be open from
10:00 – 16:00. Please take the opportunity to speak with representatives on
these stands who will be delighted to answer your questions.
Department
Contact persons
Art
KarenRyan@wicklowvec.ie
Design
LouiseFortune@wicklowvec.ie
Media
PaulShortall@wicklowvec.ie
Health
SandraKelly@wicklowvec.ie
Sport
CharlieBatt@wicklowvec.ie
Security
CharlieBatt@wicklowvec.ie
Business & Tourism
PaddyMcNulty@wicklowvec.ie
IT & Computing
MaryHannon@wicklowvec.ie
Administration
AilishKane@wicklowvec.ie
Repeat & Adult Leaving Certificate
MaryShiel@wicklowvec.ie
Performing Arts – Theatre
MaryKellyBorgatta@wicklowvec.ie
Performing Arts – dance
AlisonDoherty@wicklowvec.ie
Grants
mattway@wicklowvec.ie
Head of Further Education
GabrielAllen@wicklowvec.ie
Enquiries
bifeenquiries@wicklowvec.ie
Useful websites
www.cao – main website for applying to college in the republic of Ireland
www.ucas.com – main website for applying to college in the UK
www.qualifax.ie - Qualifax is Ireland’s National Learners’ Database. It is the
"one stop shop" for learners. We provide the most comprehensive information
on further and higher education and training courses. Qualifax has
developed services to ensure that you have all the information you need to
make informed choices about your education, training and career paths.
www.careersportal.ie – careers website with self-assessment, quizzes,
overview of employment sectors
www.careersdirections.ie – Careers website with database of Careers A-Z,
types of work and job matching facility
www.gardireland.ie – Careers advice and information of different careers
sectors
www.propsects.ac.uk – Graduate careers website offering career advice
www.skoool.ie – Information on Leaving Certificate, study and revision tips
www.curriculumonline.ie – National Council for curriculum and assessment
information on Leaving Certificate Curriculum
Plan your visit to the Careers Exhibition
In order to get the most out of the BIFE Open Day, we advise you to plan in
advance the career talks you wish to attend, the exhibition stands you want
to visit and the questions you would like to ask.
Careers Talks
Talk / Subject
Time
1
2
3
4
Exhibition Stands
Area
Contact Person
Map of BIFE