Home Economics and Biology

Bachelor of Education (Honours)

Course Details

CAO Code	AU985
Level	8
Duration	4 Years
CAO Points	453 (2025)
Method of Delivery	On-campus
Campus Locations	St Angelas
Mode of Delivery	Full Time
Work placement	Yes

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Course Overview

The Bachelor of Education in Home Economics and Biology is a full-time, concurrent teacher education degree leading to a National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Level 8 honours degree. Upon graduation, students will meet all the Teaching Council requirements to be registered as a Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) of home economics, science and biology in the post primary sector.

School placement is a core element of the teacher education programme. Student teachers undertake school placement on a block release basis in the spring term of every year of their Bachelor of Education programme which is completed in a variety of schools and educational settings.

Year 1: Two weeks
Year 2: Six weeks
Year 3: Six weeks
Year 4: Ten weeks

Progression

Postgraduate opportunities include:

Structured PhD Home Economics,
MEd in Home Economics;
MA in Contemporary Innovations in Education;
MSc in Food Innovation.

Graduates may also proceed to postgraduate study in education, Home Economics, Biology or related areas in other HEIs.

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Undergraduate Prospectus

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirement	6 subjects at O6/H7 2 subjects at H5 Maths at O6/H7 English or Irish at O6/H7 Biology or Chemistry or Physics or Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science or Home Economics at O6/H7
QQI/FET Major Award Required	One of the following awards: 5M2181 – Applied Social Studies 5M2009 – Early Childhood Care & Education 5M3635 – Education and Training 5M3114 – General Studies 5M3807 – Laboratory Techniques 5M5267 – Food Science 5M21473 – Early Learning and Care 5M4468 – Community Health Services
Additional QQI/FET Requirements	Applicants with 5M2181 / 5M2009 / 5M3635 / 5M3114 / 5M3807 / 5M5267 / 5M21473 must have distinctions in 5 modules Applicants with 5M4468 must have distinctions in 5 modules which must include: 5N3736, 5N2006 & 5N0749 and one from 5N1351, 5N1370,5N0754 or 5N4466
Garda Vetting	Entrants to this programme will be required to undergo vetting by An Garda Síochána.

“I’ve always wanted to study Home Economics and Biology teaching at ATU St Angela’s, the programme is broad, and you get an insight into so many areas – it also has a great mix of practical and theory modules. The smaller class sizes allow you to build a good rapport with everyone as well as the lectures. Our lecturers are experts in their fields and are always approachable and very helpful. School placement is very enjoyable and it’s when you apply theoretical and practical knowledge”
Katie McGlynn , Home Economics and Biology

Fees

Total Fees EU: €3,000

This annual student contribution charge is subject to change by Government. Additional tuition fees may apply. Click on the link below for more information on fees, grants and scholarships.

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Professional Accreditation

The Teaching Council Accredited

Careers

Graduates of this programme are qualified to teach Junior Cycle Home Economics and Leaving Certificate Home Economics and Biology to higher level. Graduates are provided with a professional and academic qualification which enables them to also pursue careers in a wide range of fields including Education, Home Economics and Applied Science.