Technical Communication and E-Learning

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The Technical Communication Section of the School of Languages, Literature, Culture and Communication will offer a new MA programme in Technical Communication and E-Learning for the first time in September 2010.

The new programme emphasises the strengths developed over more than a decade at UL in Technical Communication and E-Learning. The new programme focuses on online content development for e-learning and technical / professional communication.

Objectives

The purpose of this programme is to equip graduates with the skills needed to design and develop multimedia content and technology-enhanced learning solutions. The need for this type of expertise is expanding rapidly as more and more companies and institutions use information and communication technologies (ICTs).

On successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

* Design online learning environments.
* Design and deliver instructional materials.
* Evaluate instructional tools and programmes.
* Evaluate design and development software applications.
* Use multimedia applications.
* Deploy and use Web 2.0 technologies to collaborate with peers.
* Manage complex writing and design projects.
* Communicate effectively in online and face-to-face environments.
* Write clear, correct, precise content.

Careers

Graduates will be unique in Ireland, qualified to work as both instructional designers and technical writers, and in a variety of related roles such as editing, web design, interaction design, and technology journalism.

The MA in Technical Communication and E-Learning is offered as a one-year, full-time course taught over two semesters, or as a two-year, part-time course taught over four semesters. Part-time students attend classes during the day with the full-time students.

Full-time structure
Autumn Semester :*TW5211 Principles of Professional and Technical Communication and Information Design (9 ECTS)
*EL6041 Instructional Design (9 ECTS)
*TW5221 Theory of Technical Communication (9 ECTS)
*RM6011 Research Methodology in Applied Language Studies (3 ECTS)

Spring Semester :
*TW5212 Workplace Issues in Technical and Professional Communication (9 ECTS)
*EL6052 E-Learning Theories and Practices (9 ECTS)
*EL6072 Interactive Courseware Workshop (9 ECTS)
*EL6082 Learning and Collaboration Technologies (3 ECTS)

Summer Semester:*EL6013 Dissertation/ Project (30 ECTS)

Part-time structure: Year one
Autumn Semester :
*TW5211 Principles of Professional and Technical Communication and Information Design (9 ECTS)
*EL6041 Instructional Design (9 ECTS)

Spring Semester :*TW5212 Workplace Issues in Technical and Professional Communication (9 ECTS)
*EL6072 Interactive Courseware Workshop (9 ECTS)

Summer Semester:No modules

Part-time structure: Year two
Autumn Semester :*TW5221 Theory of Technical Communication (9 ECTS)
*RM6011 Research Methodology in Applied Language Studies (3 ECTS)

Spring Semester :*EL6052 E-Learning Theories and Practices (9 ECTS)
*EL6082 Learning and Collaboration Technologies (3 ECTS)

Summer Semester:
*EL6013 Dissertation/ Project (30 ECTS)

Applicants must have a primary degree in any discipline (2.2 honours or higher at level 8). Applicants who do not have a primary degree can apply to be considered through RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning).Applicants must have a high standard of written English, and will be required to submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying, as part of the application process. Applicants are expected to be proficient in using standard office applications (e.g. MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). They must also be proficient in searching the Internet and familiar with using electronic communication tools (including email, chat rooms, and discussion forums). Applicants may be required to attend/ participate in interviews to determine their suitability for the programme.ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSAs all international students are required to possess sufficient language skills to attend lectures and sit examinations at the University of Limerick, students should be competent to communicate through the medium of English prior to their arrival.Students must have a minimum score of 550 (paper based) or 213(computer based) 80 (internet based) in TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score in the range of 6.5-7 and not less than 6.0 in any one component. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 80 (Grade A) TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test: 80