GTI’s mission is to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies of our learners by designing programmes that are innovative and of high quality, and to deliver the programmes in a learning environment that reflects the complexity and challenge of a changing world.
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FO R M O R E I N FO R M AT I O N V IS I T W W W. GT I . I EFO
G A L W A Y T E C H N I C A L I N S T I T U T E
GALWAY TECHNICAL INSTITUTE COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
MissionGTI’s mission is to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies of our learners by designing programmes that are innovative and of high quality, and to deliver the programmes in a learning environment that reflects the complexity and challenge of a changing world.
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PLEASE NOTEEvery effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this brochure is accurate at the time of printing. We advise applicants and other users of the brochure to consult our website at www.gti.ie for the most up-to-date information on the courses that constitute our 2013-2014 Further Education programme.
Institiúid Teicniúil na GaillimheFr Griffin Road, Claddagh, Galway, Ireland
GTI is the largest dedicated college of Further Education in the West of Ireland, providing a range of courses to over 1,200 learners annually. At GTI, courses are designed to be of immediate and practical use in the workplace or as a stepping-stone to further study and higher qualifications.
Our Applied Learning [learn-by-doing] approach is designed to enable you to learn more effectively in real-life situations. Applied Learning provides you with learning experiences that involve solving problems that are based on real-life situations. GTI provides real working environments including salons, recording studios, art & design workshops, treatment rooms etc. In these real life environments you will
learn the role of a journalist or editor at GTI Gazette, become a sound engineer, film editor or production co-ordinator at CladdaTV. You may be involved in working as a Beauty Therapist in GTI’s Poise Salon, or as a designer, blogger or make-up artist in GTI’s Annual Fashion Fiesta. Each department has its own unique real-life, real-time production/event/project providing you with the experience you need in your chosen career.
By bringing the real world into the classroom and the classroom into the real world, Applied Learning has become the most effective and exciting way to learn the key skills required for the 21st Century. GTI’s underlying philosophy is about learning together. This is centred on learner activity, collaborative
learning and critically, learning to learn.
Our courses are designed to provide you with excellent progression opportunities. Our student services team are on-hand to assist you with any help you may need during your studies with us, including information on careers, resources, learning supports etc. We have established extensive partnerships with employers, and higher education providers both locally and internationally.
Facilities at GTI include recording studios, creative digital media laboratories, hairdressing and beauty salons, furniture design workshops, fashion studios plus a wide range of specialist IT facilities. Our European Links provide work placements abroad for over 100 GTI students
annually. Students currently travel to France, Portugal, Spain, Finland, Italy, Turkey, Scotland, Poland and the Canary Islands. These placements are fully funded and afford students the opportunity to gain valuable work related training in institutions and enterprises throughout Europe.
Details of all the programmes listed in this publication, together with an online application form can be found at www.gti.ie
Your future...it starts here!
Geraldine Gibbons Principal
Our Vision, Your Future
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Applied Social Studies
Healthcare Assistant
Nursing Studies
Certificate in Youthwork
Certificate in Health Science (FETAC/ITEC)
Diploma in Health Science (ITEC)
Art (Portfolio Preparation)
Advanced Certificate in Drawing & Visual Inquiry
Computer Aided Design
Furniture Making & Design
Fashion Design
Fashion Retail
Advanced Certificate in Fashion Industry Practice
Certificate in Beauty Therapy (FETAC/ITEC)
Diploma in Beauty Therapy (ITEC/CIBTAC)
Hairdressing
Hairdressing – Senior Trades (CITY & GUILDS)
ART& DESIGNAPPLIED HEALTH & SOCIAL SCIENCES
HAIRDRESSING& B E A U T YFASHION
Our Courses 2013 - 2014
For full details on all courses, including career and progression routes log on to www.gti.ieAll course are certified by FETAC and awarded by QQI unless otherwise stated
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Radio & Journalism
Creative Digital Media Production
Music Technology
Sound Production
TV & Film Production
Advanced Certificate in Media Production
Construction Technology/Civil Engineering
Construction Technology/Renewable Energies
Electronic Technology
Information Technology
Security Systems Technology
Advanced Certificate in Architectural Technology
Advanced Certificate in Networks & Software Systems
Business Studies
Office Administration
Office Administration – Medical Secretary
EBusiness & Entrepreneurship
Marketing & Public Relations
Security Studies
Advanced Certificate in Business Management
Soccer Skills
General Studies
BUSINESSM E D I A COMPUTING & ENGINEER ING
S P O R T & GENERAL STUDIES
Applications at www.gti.ie
For full details on all courses, including career and progression routes log on to www.gti.ieAll course are certified by FETAC and awarded by QQI unless otherwise stated
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Your Future,Your Choices
APPLIED HEALTH & SOCIAL SCIENCESIf you feel passionate about working with people and enjoy helping others, GTI has the perfect course to start you on your path to a career that will fulfill your desire to care and support people when they need it most.
A multi-faceted learning experience will equip you to develop the essential care skills and competencies required to work in the areas of Massage, Reflexology, Nursing, Health and Social Care.
ART & DESIGNGTI Art and Design courses offer learning experiences which give you the opportunity to develop your art and design concepts and ideas. Students are introduced to the language, media and processes of art and design. You will be encouraged to explore and develop your creative, critical and analytical abilities and skills and will have the opportunity to display your work at the prestigious end-of-year GTI Student Art & Design Exhibition.
FASHIONGTI Fashion Department offers a range of programmes that are carefully devised to suit the different career opportunities available in the ever expanding Global Fashion Industry. Learn key skills, practical knowledge and develop your design and creative concepts to produce work of a high professional standard. Build a strong portfolio with expert guidance from your tutors. GTI Fashion students have participated in several Design Competitions – NOKIA Young Designer, Golden Egg Fashion Innovation Awards, DCU Fashion.
GTI Fashion students have the opportunity to plan, prepare and participate in the annual GTI Fashion Fiesta, a GTI Project for Applied Learning.
www.thestyle.ieThis platform allows students and the public to engage with and comment on the latest fashion trends and ideas that inspire and create fashion headlines. Check out GTI’s Fashion Blog at www.thestyle.ie
HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY THERAPYLearn up to the minute leading edge trends, techniques and innovations in a creative work and learning environment. The skills of Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy are taught at GTI by applied learning specialists who are professionals in their field. State of the art facilities and a “learn by doing” environment ensures you acquire real-world skills in this specialist profession. Students gain hands-on experience in GTI’s unique in-house Beauty Therapy Salon, ‘Poise’ and ‘Concept’ Hairdressing Studio, both GTI Projects for Applied Learning.
MEDIABe part of the fast moving environment of the ever-developing Media Industry. GTI Media Department provides for those who wish to experience a comprehensive grounding in the industry. Develop your technical
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Galway Technical Institute has been offering part-time evening programmes to adults for many years. GTI offers a wide range of quality assured programmes as part of the Part-Time Education & Training Programme for those who are seeking higher education opportunities as well as for those currently in employment who are now looking to enhance their career by upskilling.
The courses on offer provide an opportunity for continuous professional development or the chance to pursue a hobby. Learners can use their FETAC qualification as a means to access, progress and/or transfer to a wide variety of courses throughout the country. FETAC qualifications are recognised by employers both nationally and internationally.
If you would like more information, please visit www.gti.ie, call 091-581342 or email John McLoughlin (Director of Adult Education) [email protected]
PART TIMEPROGRAMMES
and creative ability with state-of-the-art recording studios and be part of your own real-life projects. Work with CladdaTV, GTI Gazette, GTI Sessions, GTI Radio, all Projects for Applied Learning, designed, produced and presented by GTI staff and students.
COMPUTING & ENGINEERINGStudents will develop a high level of competence in a range of computing, network and engineering disciplines. An expert teaching approach and state-of-the-art facilities will guide you in your studies and with GTI promoting and encouraging a “learn by doing” approach, you will develop the skills and knowledge to realise your professional potential.
BUSINESSBusiness courses at GTI prepare students for various business related employment in both commercial and public sector organisations as well as accountancy related areas. Take the first step towards a dynamic career in business with
a Programme of study at GTI. By choosing one of our business courses, you will realise your business potential. With well established business links and expert teaching combined with a “learn by doing” approach, GTI Business courses offer an unrivalled learning experience providing students with the entrepreneurial and innovative skills required to flourish in today’s global business world.
SPORT & GENERAL STUDIES Kick start your sports career at GTI. Use your talent and enthusiasm for the game of soccer and score a winning career in an area you love. Enhance your coaching and playing skills and become part of the GTI soccer team which participates in national league and cup competitions. The courses in Sport & General Studies at GTI prepare students for entry to Third Level Colleges.
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GTI PROJECTS FOR APPLIED LEARNINGAt GTI, we believe in bringing the real world into the classroom and the classroom into the real world. Over the past few years we have researched and developed an approach to teaching and learning which provides our students with learning experiences that involve solving problems that are based on real-life situations. Through this innovative approach students will appreciate the relevance of adapting and applying what they learn in the classroom to real situations and problems encountered in everyday life.
GTI students plan, participate and promote a range of activities and events throughout the year:
Media students create, edit, produce and present digital content for CladdaTV. This allows students the opportunity to work in a real world media environment, using the most technologically advanced equipment whilst being guided by professionals in the field.
SESSIONSGTI
Music Technology/Sound Production students operate the GTI Recording Studio. GTI students work alongside local, national & international singers, performers and musicians. Again, the emphasis is on ‘learn by doing’, a hands-on, real-life experience.
GTI’s online radio station offers students an opportunity to develop presentation, production and technical radio skills in a real world setting while providing news, entertainment and a voice for the entire college community.
Gti GazetteNEWS | REVIEWS | SPORTS | ENTERTAINMENT
GTI’s unique online publication. Students write, edit and publish news items on a daily basis covering local, national and international issues.
GTI FASHION FIESTAGTI’s annual Fashion Fiesta extravaganza. Organised, produced, managed and presented by students from GTI’s Fashion Department.
FUSION FURNITURELearn the skill of furniture making and design in custom designed workshops. Furniture is designed and made in the workshops of GTI, where designs are brought to life using native hardwoods. Students create unique and inspirational furniture items for the home or commercial use.
Learn-by-Doing! GTIRADIO
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*Photos courtesy of the Connacht Tribune
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From street style to bargains on the High Street, interviews and reviews, Inspirational Mood Boards and Photo Shoots from GTI’s breaking new talent, www.thestyle.ie is the hot spot for checking out the amazing creative style of GTI’s fledgling designers and stylists. Potential students of Fashion Courses at GTI can view ongoing projects through the blog to get a real feel for what the students’ work involves. Fashion is about the moment, about looking just right for just now and blogging allows the spirit of the moment to shine through.
PoiseGTI’s exclusive Beauty Salon and Health Science Massage Therapy Centre. Open to the general public, two days per week, this facility presents students with the opportunity to perfect their skills whilst also learning the skills to manage a Health Treatment Centre or Beauty Salon.
H A I R ST U D I OC N C E P TGTI’s Hairdressing Salon. Established in 2006, Concept Hair Studio is a fully operating hair salon, open to the public, providing students with the opportunity to apply and perfect the skills learned in the classroom
For details on all GTI Projects for Applied Learning, visit www.gti.ie
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European Mobility
Our European Links provide work
placements abroad for over 100 GTI
students annually. Students currently
travel to Portugal, Poland, Spain,
Finland, Italy, Turkey, Scotland and
the Canary Islands.
These placements are fully funded
and afford students the opportunity
to gain valuable work related training
in institutions and enterprises
throughout Europe.
2 out of every 25 Students at GTI will
get a chance to avail of a fully funded
work placement in Europe
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OuR VIsIOn, YOuR FutuRE
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Julie Baxter, Diploma in Health Science
The Diploma in Health Science has given me the skills to provide Reflexology and Swedish Massage treatments for people with varying levels of health. I decided to do this course in order to broaden my skills base in the area of complementary and holistic health. I was lucky to have been part of a great class. As a mature student I found the course to be challenging, interesting and very fulfilling. Everyone helped each other especially during the in-house work experience days in the ‘Poise Health & Beauty Salon’. I was fortunate to have had such inspirational and motivating tutors.
Laura Jayne Halton, Fashion Design
The GTI Fashion Design Course gave me the platform to pursue my passion for luxury fashion design and the confidence to begin building my own brand and label. During my year at GTI, I was a finalist in the Student Designer category at the Golden Egg Fashion Innovation Awards. In addition, I was the winner of the “One to Watch” in association with Image Magazine and one of 9 finalists in the country selected to show at the Peroni Moda Awards at the Powerscourt Centre in Dublin. I am building my fashion brand with confidence since I attended GTI. A highlight for me this year so far has been asked to design a dress for the Oscars 2013”.
Student testimonialsTo read more testimonials or for further information on any courses visit www.GTI.ie
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Lisa Bolton, Film & tV
GTI gave me the opportunity to make a career in the film industry. The technical skills I learned at GTI have been invaluable. I owe my current career to the foundation training I received at GTI. Since leaving GTI I have completed an MA in Film Making at Kingston University in London. I now work as an Assistant Producer for the sister companies Lost Eye Films and London Music Video. I also run my own independent production company: Room 12 Productions (named after the classroom in GTI). I produce / direct short films and music videos. Our latest music video recently won the London 48 Hour Music Video award 2012 and will be London’s representative Music Video in the International 48 Hour Music Video Competition in LA in March.
Jens Kosak, Furniture Making & Design
When I started the Furniture Design course at Galway Technical Institute I did not know much about Furniture. The course gave me a great introduction to woodworking, covering many aspects from sharpening hand tools to woodturning. It is a hands-on course with much time dedicated to workshop use and the manufacturing and restoration of furniture. Irish Furniture History and a visit to Bunratty Folk Park were highlights of the year for me. After finishing the course in Galway it seemed quite natural to continue studying at GMIT Letterfrack, which was not such a big leap since my time at GTI prepared me well for it. I have won numerous prestigious awards for my furniture work.
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ENROL IN MAY TO SECURE YOUR PLACEEnrolment Closing Date for applications Interviews
Phase 1 May 2013 3 May 2013 Commence 20 May 2013
Phase 2 June 2013 13 September 2013 Commence 26th August 2013
sCHOOL OFM u S I C
The School of Music at GTI is the longest established music educator in Galway city. It provides instrumental tuition in: violin, viola, traditional fiddle, cello, double bass, classical/modern guitar, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, piano and keyboard. The School of Music at GTI aims to foster understanding and enjoyment of music in all its forms and encourages participation and excellence in performance. A diverse range of musical styles are on offer, from classical to jazz through to popular and traditional music. It also offers Music Theory by experienced and dedicated teachers and provides individual or group classes for all ages and levels from preliminary to diploma standard. The Examining bodies are The Royal Irish Academy of Music and Associated Board of The Royal Schools of Music.
The Music Programme takes place from Monday to Thursday from 5pm to 9pm and on Saturday from 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. Provision is offered over a two semester year (15 weeks per term) from September to May..
For further information on The School of Music at GTI, please contact us at 091-581342,
or log onto www.gti.ie/music where you can download our prospectus
The Higher Education Links Scheme provides systematic progression opportunities through the CAO system for FETAC holders at level 5 and 6. The most up to date information on progress to higher education using FETAC awards can be accessed at www.cao.ie (FETAC info / FETAC Entry Requirements).
Specific information on progression from individual courses may also be viewed on GTI’s individual course descriptor page.
Excellent progression opportunities exist for FETAC Nursing graduates in the UK.
More detailed information is available on
www.fetac.ie
www.cao.ie
www.qqi.ie
www.itecworld.co.uk
www.cibtac.com
www.city&guilds.com
www.education.ie
www.ucas.com
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PROGRESSION OPPORtuNItIES
LocationGalway Technical Institute enjoys a privileged location in one of the oldest parts of the city, - the Claddagh. Nestling on the banks of the Corrib, GTI is but a stones throw from Galway’s medieval streets, with its cafes, bars and restaurants and the seaside location of Salthill, with its fine sandy beaches opening directly onto the spectacular Galway Bay.
Galway’s numerous festivals ensure that the life and vibrancy of the City is rarely dulled. GTI’s own Fashion Fiesta, ‘Cuirt ‘ International Festival of Literature, the world renowned Galway Arts Festival, the Galway Races and Oyster Festival all contribute to the unique atmosphere which guarantees Galway’s unrivalled popularity.
Of course social life and friends are important for a balanced life, so time out from learning is essential. GTI students benefit greatly from being at the hub of all the wonderful cultural and social attractions that make up Galway’s reputation as the arts capital of Ireland.
GTI students don’t just experience the cultural life of Galway, they are part of it!
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