1. An overview of recent developments
CIT STEM
An overview of recent developments
Michael Loftus
Head of Faculty of Engineering & Science
7-Dec-2017

2. The Faculty of Engineering & Science - I
SIRG: Sustainable Infrastructure Research Group. NIMBUS: Networked & Embedded Systems Research Group. MEDIC: Medical Engineering Design and Innovation Centre. CAMMS: Centre For Advanced Manufacturing and Management Systems. CleanTech: Clean Technology Centre. CREATE: Centre for Research in Advanced Therapeutic Engineering. CAPPA: Centre for Advanced Photonics and Process Analysis. BCO: Blackrock Castle Observatory. SIGMA: Software Research Group.
NOTE: NATIONAL MARITIME COLLEGE OF IRELAND HAS ALSO JUST JOINED FES, SEE NEXT SLIDE FOR DETAILS

3. The Faculty of Engineering & Science - II

4. Key Statistics Faculty (including NMCI) 4,250 full-time students
2,200 part-time students
700 students with non-Irish nationalities from approx. 65 countries
370 members of academic staff (full-time and part-time)
€14M in annual research income
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5. Key Challenge Demand for STEM graduates is outstripping supply
How do we produce more STEM graduates?
With over 91% of CIT graduates finding paid employment or entering further study within 9 months of graduating, and a further 4% of graduates travelling, volunteering or otherwise occupied, 19 out of 20 graduates are actively developing their careers and following their interests within a short time of finishing their studies.
The vast majority of these graduates work in Ireland in areas of direct relevance to their academic qualifications.
STEM graduates feature at the top of the earnings list, with many STEM graduates securing employment long before completing their final examinations.
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6. STEM Graduate Salaries I

7. STEM Graduate Salaries II

8. STEM Graduate Employment Locations

10. STEM Graduate Employment Locations

11. Industry Engagement
Industry is no longer content to simply recruit from the general graduate pool at the end of each academic year
Industry is now engaging strategically with CIT to:
Influence course design
Provide financial supports for STEM students
Attract significant numbers of female and male students to enrol in and graduate from STEM courses
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12. Scholarship Opportunities http://www.cit.ie/scholarships
CIT - DePuy Synthes Biomedical Engineering Scholarship - Application for this scholarship is open to any student who has applied through the CAO to study the Honours Degree in Biomedical Engineering (CR520) at CIT.
CIT - Janssen Mechanical Engineering Scholarship - Application for this scholarship is now open to any student who has applied through the CAO to study the Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering (CR108) at CIT.
CIT - Abbott Vascular Mechanical Engineering Scholarship - A funding contribution by Abbott towards a student's education for year 2, 3 and 4 of the Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering (CR108) at CIT.
CIT - ARUP Structural Engineering Scholarship - Application for this scholarship is now open to any student who has applied through the CAO to study the Honours Degree in Structural Engineering (CR109) at CIT.
CIT - Intel Security "Alejandro de la Flor" Memorial Scholarship for Department of Computer Science - Intel Security are funding this perpetual scholarship in memory of Alejandro de la Flor who passed away in 2008.
CIT - Esentire "Yves Beretta" Memorial Scholarship for Department of Computer Science - Perpetual Scholarship to be awarded to a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in IT Management student who is specifically pursuing a security forensics course.
CIT - "Cliona Magner" Scholarship - open to final year students in the Departments of Process, Energy and Transport Engineering and Mechanical, Biomedical and Manufacturing Engineering
CIT Rísam PhD Scholarship - The Rísam Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and research proposals must be aligned with CIT’s Research Prioritisation Thematic areas
Research Scholarships - There are a number of funding schemes for postgraduate students. The majority of these are external schemes and the competition is open to both the Institutes of Technology and the Universities.
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13. STEM Programme Features
CIT courses are co-designed with industry to ensure that the graduates are immediately productive in the workplace and ready to become the next generation of industry leaders
Students spend extensive periods of time in laboratories, studios and workshops, perfecting the professional expertise they will require upon graduating
Work placement is a major feature of many CIT courses and provides students with the experience so essential to their professional development
Small class sizes provide lecturers with the opportunity to maximise support for students in an environment where student achievement is valued above all else
Widespread professional recognition of CIT courses has been achieved with organisations such as Engineers Ireland, the Institution of Chemical Engineers (who recognise CIT’s Chemical & Biopharmaceutical Engineering degree as a Masters’ level qualification), the Energy Institute, the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine, and the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland
The provision of a comprehensive range of pathways, up to and including PhD level, across an integrated portfolio of courses provides a wealth of opportunities for full-time students as well as for those who have already entered the workforce and who wish to advance their careers even further
Opportunities to participate in national and international competitions for multidisciplinary teams, as well as the opportunities to avail of opportunities to refine their skills in entrepreneurship and innovation, are readily available
The increasing proportion of female students who are now enrolled on STEM courses in CIT and who are in the process of becoming the role models for the future is an encouraging development which has been promoted strongly by CIT
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14. Engagement with Schools
CIT Engineering, Science & Technology Roadshows
Millstreet Community School – 2-Oct-2017
Skibbereen Community School – 9-Oct-2017
Pobalscoil na Trionóide – 23-Oct-2017
Bishopstown Campus, CIT - 15-Jan-2018
I WISH campus programme for TY girls – Jan-2018
Booked out in less than 10 minutes
SciFest, Annual Engineering Exhibition, Engineering Your Future, Science4Life
School visits, open days, careers fairs, award presentation nights, individual queries etc.
Open to explore all options – please contact Norma Welch, Faculty Administrator, at
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15. STEM Roadshow Photographs (https://www.facebook.com/CITFES/)

16. Developments to be aware of
Ongoing review of common entry engineering
5-year MEng structure under review
Common first year in Computer Science
BSc (Hons) in Herbal Science to be discontinued
Additional developments to be announced in due course
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17. Specifics I: Architectural Technology and Interior Architecture
Architectural Technology is focused on solving the technical design challenges in Architecture. It is a creative activity. It is about the "HOW" buildings are built.
Tech Graphics and Construction Studies in the Leaving Cert may be helpful however they are NOT REQUIRED. More important is to enjoy all forms of drawing and be interested in communicating through drawing (hand sketching, technical drawing, computer software).
Architectural Technology provides great career path options for females.
Interior Architecture
The CIT programme is Interior Architecture NOT Interior Design. It is a creative, problem solving discipline which integrates imagination, design and technology.
Art is not required in the Leaving Cert however it is important for prospective students to enjoy drawing as it is the main communication tool in this career (hand sketching, technical drawing, computer software).
Mathematics - there is only one 5-credit math module in the programme and that is in year 1. However Math is applied throughout this discipline - dimensions, size, volume, scale, quantities, geometry.
General
Lecturers from the Department are available to visit schools and present and discuss the programmes with students. Please contact Head of Department, for more details.
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18. Specifics II: Physical Sciences
Critical Shortage of Instrumentation/Automation specialists to support BioPharma/BioTech and development of “smart factories”
Increasing demand for highly skilled Analytical Chemists and Quality Assurance/Validation specialists for the BioPharma/BioTech
Increasing demand for Environmental Monitoring Specialists to meet EU regulatory requirements on air/water quality and environmental footprint
New Joint degree: Industrial Physics (UCC/CIT)...preparing for Industry 4.0
Lecturers from the Department are available to visit schools and present and discuss the programmes with students. Please contact Head of Department, for more details.
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19. Specifics III: Computer Science
Two programme streams:
Software Development
Information Technology
Software Development Stream
BSc (Hons) Software Development Flagship and highly rated Software Development programme
BSc (Hons) Web Development Focus on web development, there is a growing need for this skillset.
BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Focus on Internet of Things (IoT), the next big thing. Highly employable graduates.
BSc Software Development (Level 7) Replaces the BSc in Computing with progression path to Level 8
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20. Specifics IV: Computer Science ctd.
Information Technology Stream
BSc (Hons) IT Management Strong focus on Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Networking, Storage, Virtualistion and IT Management. Cork fast becoming Cybersecurity capital of Ireland and as a result graduates are in high demand.
BSc Information Technology (Level 7) Similar to previous degree without Management track. Has a clear progression path to Level 8
Work Placement
All programmes now have paid work placement which lasts for up to 9 months
Common 1st Year
Allows students to change programmes after year 1. Please see flowchart printed at the back of the brochure.
Computer Science Brochure
New for 2017 – please take as many as you can carry! Available at entrance.
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21. Summary Demand for STEM graduates is outstripping supply
Excellent salaries on offer
Excellent prospects for work in Ireland or further afield
High relevance of qualification to career choice
Increasing number of female students and graduates
Excellent industry engagement
Excellent engagement with guidance counsellors – thank you!
Roll on 2018!
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22. Thank you
7-Dec-2017