INDUCTION SEPTEMBER 2010
Contacting a student?
Parents or guardians can contact a student through the School Office or International Office (if you are an international student)
The following information will assist:
Student number
Academic Department and School
Correct title of course (& year)
(Please give this information to your parent/guardian)
INDUCTION SEPTEMBER 2010
Contacting a student?
Parents or guardians can contact a student through the School Office or International Office (if you are an international student)
The following information will assist:
Student number
Academic Department and School
Correct title of course (& year)
(Please give this information to your parent/guardian)
In difficulty? Course related ?
Ask your lecturer, year tutor or course leader
On the wrong course – (possible 1st Year transfer) – Specific criteria must be met – Closing date: Friday 17th September 2010 12.00pm
Application forms (CT1) are available from Reception Cork Road Campus, Reception College Street Campus
Personal relationships, health, stress?
Student Counsellors, Chaplain & Medical Centre
Finances?
The Student Life and Learning office (Student Assistance Fund), SAFE fund through the Chaplain for emergencies & small loans
Admissions, Grants, Examination queries?
Reception desks, Cork Road & College Street campuses
Grant Information ESF
for 2 & 3 year courses (Level 6 & 7)
application to the student’s local VEC (preferably in July)
bring VEC letter of approval to WIT Reception desk
see payment dates on-line at
www.wit.ie/admissions/studentfeesandgrants
NOTE: first payment usually in mid October
VEC/Local Authority Scholarships
for 4 year courses (Level 8 and higher)
apply to the student’s local VEC/County Council, Corporation (normally by mid July)
maintenance grants sent to college 3 times per year – Check with Local Authority re method of payment
collect at Reception desk in Main Campus (bring your WIT card)
Signing of Official Forms
Social Welfare/Medical forms
Children’s Allowance
Proof of Registration letters
All forms can be processed at both Receptions in College Street & Cork Road Campus after Registration Day (allow 2 days)
Class Registers
All students’ names must be on the official register in order to:
- be covered by college insurance
- have a certified attendance record
- get registered for end of semester exams
Contact the Registrar’s office via reception desks on both campuses
Deferring/De-registering due to unforeseen personal or medical circumstances Check deferral /deregistration policy first on http://www.wit.ie/StudentLifeServices/Policies/deregistrationand deferral
De-registration: Complete the deregistration form DR1 which is available from Reception
Deferral: Contact your Course Leader or if you are an international student please contact the International Office
Complete & return to the Registrar the deferral application form, Form DA1, available from Registry or on www2.wit.ie/StudentLifeServices/deferralapplicationform
NOTE: After a deferral has been granted the Institute will endeavour to provide a place on the same Programme , however places are not guaranteed. Deferring a place may also have grant implications
WIT Policies – www.wit.ie/studentlifeservices/policies Disability Support Policy
WIT Alcohol Policy
Smoking Policy
E-mail acceptable usage Policy
Respect & Dignity at work Policy
Student Code of Conduct
Health and Safety
WIT Safety Policy
Freedom of Information Act 1997
Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003
Deferral/De-Registration Policy
WIT Alcohol Policy Waterford Institute of Technology is committed to providing a healthy and secure learning environment for students and staff.
The aim of the Alcohol Policy is to create and promote health and well-being among students and staff.
High risk drinking among young adults impacts on personal health, academic achievement & delivery and personal problems.
Acute alcohol-related problems are linked to excessive drinking and ‘binge’ drinking.
The Medical Centre, Counselling, Chaplaincy/Pastoral Care provide confidential assistance on and off campus to those with concerns about alcohol use.
Information leaflets/contact numbers of alcohol support services shall be made available in all information areas within the Institute.
Student Code of Conduct The Code of Conduct is intended to:
Safeguard the respect and dignity of students and staff of the Institute.
Set and maintain acceptable standards of behaviour within the student community.
Encourage individuals to accept their obligations to the community.
Help maintain the Institute’s good name and standing.
A full copy is available on the W.I.T website.
Students with Disabilities
WIT has a written Disability Support Policy
Supports for students with disabilities are available through the Disability Office – Student Life and Learning
If you are a student with a Disability evidence of disability must to be furnished to the Disability Office – Student Life and Learning
Supports are funded through the ESF Fund for Students with Disabilities and applications, on behalf of these students, are made to the fund each October
Contact the Disability Officer/Coordinator, Patt Rohan, for information relating to Disability
Phone 051-302871 or e-mail prohan@wit.ie
Evacuation Notices In each area, corridor, room
read the notices
be familiar with the emergency exits
WIT intermittent alarm system
pulse alarm system
Continuous alarm means evacuate immediately
Your Personal Safety
If necessary in college, contact Porters, Campus Security, any staff member or Gardaí
Report any incidents to the Estates Office which is located beside the back door off the main Atrium.
Avoid
walking alone at night
crossing waste areas, taking shortcuts
Travel in a group, take a taxi
Use the WIT telephone numbers which will be supplied in your Student Information Handbook provided at Registration.
SLL Student Life and Learning
The SLL Office is located behind the Main Reception area and can be accessed via Desk 4 at main reception. All students must report to the SLL Reception.
Supports students in the following ways:
Financially – Disability support funding & Student Assistance Fund
Socially – mentoring, study skills workshops, counselling & health awareness information & general support
Academically – study skills & academic counselling
Head of Student Life and Learning
Access Office
Disability Office
Student Counselling Service
SLL Administration staff
Institute Nurse
Chaplaincy
Careers Office
Students’ Union Office
Student Medical Centre
International Student Support Office
Sport & Student Development Office
Student Support Team
Catering Services on Campus
Hot House Bistro - Open 8.30am - 9.00pm
The Gallery Restaurant - Open 9.00am - 4.30pm (WIT card only)
Oscars (Library building) – Open 9.30am - 4.00pm (WIT card only)
Dome Bar/Restaurant - Open for lunch 11.30am – 3.30pm
College Street Restaurant - Open 8.30 am - 8.30 pm
MAP is the name of WIT’s credit-based modular system.
Organisation of Courses
Divided into two semesters which are of equal length.
Each semester is divided into modules. Modules are completed within one semester.
There is a standard five credit module, which means that there is a maximum of six modules in each semester.
The final examination for each module is at the end of the semester in which it is taught.
MAP
Modularisation & Semesterisation cont’d
What is a semester?
12 weeks of class contact, at least one week of independent study and two weeks of assessment.
Examinations -
When are the exams timetabled?
Semester 1: December 2010 (to be confirmed)
Semester 2: May 2010(to be confirmed)
When are the repeat exams?
In August and after any semester in which the module is taught
Is there study time before exams?
Yes. With the introduction of the semesterised calendar, WIT has formally time tabled a study week prior to examinations.
How long does each exam take?
Two hours for a standard module.
Modularisation & Semesterisation cont’d
What is the value of each exam?
The results for each semester are equally important – the exams in December are just as important as the May exams – so they count for 50% of your final mark.
Credits are awarded for successful completion of exams.
Choice of Modules
As per course schedule which will be issued by course leaders during induction. Consult your course leader if you are unsure. Range of choice may be extended as modular system develops.
Academic Calendar – Semester 1
Commencement of academic year: Wednesday 1st September 2010
Registration: Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd September 2010
First day of lectures in semester 1(all students): Monday 6th September 2010
Mid-term break: Monday 25th to Friday 29th October 2010
Last day of lectures in semester 1: Friday 3rd December 2010
Study week: Monday 6th to Friday 10th December 2010
Examinations for semester 1(all course years): Monday 13th to Thursday 23rd December 2010 (to be confirmed)
Academic Calendar - Semester 2 First day of lectures in semester 2: Mon 10th Jan 2011
Examination Results online: Tuesday 1st February 2011 @ 3.00pm
Study /Professional Development week: Monday 21st to Friday 25th February 2011
Last day of lectures in semester 2: Fri 8th April 2011
Study week: Monday 11th to Friday 15th April 2011(to be confirmed)
Easter holidays: Monday 18th to Friday 29th April 2011 (TBC)
Examinations for semester 2: Tuesday 3rd to Friday 13th May 2011 (TBC)
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