Newsletter - FTUG 25.01.2013

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CAO Deadline 1st February

With February 1st just a week away, its a stressful time for anyone filling out their CAO forms. But don't worry! Whatever area it is you wish to study, DBS is certain to have a programme for you. We offer undergraduate programmes in the areas of Psychology (PSI accredited), Social Science, Journalism, Media, Film, Digital Media, Cloud Computing, Marketing, Event Management and Finance.

We're here to help should you require any information on CAO application procedures and deadline dates, suitable programme choices, entry requirements and the benefits of taking an undergraduate programme at Dublin Business School. Check out our website for detailed information about the different Full-Time Undergraduate programmes offered by DBS. Alternatively, come along to our Open Day, Tuesday 29th January 5-7pm.

DBS "Attracting top quality lecturers"

With so many colleges to choose from in the CAO, it can be difficut to pick out the best for you.

In the Irish Times CAO 2013 supplement, Peter McGuire places focus on how DBS is attracting top-quality lecturers who "are still working in their field", imparting valuable knowledge and experience on their students. The lecturers know exactly what industry is looking for which means that they are continuously keeping their students movitated and ahead of the curve.

The article stated that the fees can be a drawback for many considering attending a private institution. However, with the increase of the registration fee over the next 3 years, the gap between the public and private colleges is closing. And with payment plans available for students, smaller class sizes, the city centre location and a wide breath of "employer focused courses", DBS has become a strong contender for students considering the options for third level studies.

Finally, the article highlights how standards within the private sector "tend to be rigorously assessed" meaning that students can be safe in the knowledge that they are gaining a top class education, from a "highly regarded" and recognised third-level institution in Ireland.

For detailed information about the different Full-Time Undergraduate programmes offered by DBS, check our website. Alternatively, come along to our Open Day, Tuesday 29th January 5-7pm where you can speak to academic and admissions staff about your options for 2013. Our admissions office also operates a drop in service from 8:45 - 5:15 Monday to Friday in our Aungier Street building and can be contacted at 01-4177500 or by emailing admissions@dbs.ie

Key Exam Tips

With the mock exams starting in the next few weeks, stress levels are high and the cramming has begun. We have compiled some tips to help the exams to pass leaving you as stress free as possible.

1. Don't stay up late revising the night before

2. Double check the details of the exam the day before

3. When you arrive at school avoid students who are asking each other questions

4. Read the entire exam paper before you start writing and take a deep breath

5. Stay to the end and avoid the post-mortem!

1. You will find it more and more difficult to retain the information that you are reading through later in the day. We recommend that you put your books away by 7 o clock the night before and take a couple of hours to watch television or meet up with friends. Your brain needs a rest! If your exam is in the afternoon then do some gentle revision the morning of the exam. Remember - at this stage, you should not be referring back to your text books, use the notes that you have compiled during your studying.

2. Ensure that you confirm the time and location of the exam the day before. Even if you are sure that you have these details correct already, it is easy to make a mistake when you have so many exams coming up. If you turn up at the wrong time and miss an exam, unfortunately you cannot do it at a later date.

3. If you get involved with students who are quickly asking each other questions and testing each other you may find it more difficult to recall the answer which will leave you demotivated before you've even seen the paper! Just because you cant remember the answer when sitting in a group who are feeling extremely tense and anxious doesnt mean that you wont remember the answer when faced with the same question on the exam paper. Remember, STAY CALM!

4. As so many exam papers are made up of a number of choices, it is important that you read the paper in full before you get started. This will enable you to ensure that you start with the questions that you are best at, thus motivating you and pushing you to keep going. If you start with a question that you are not confident with it may take you extra time which will result in you running out of time when it comes to your good questions. And don't forget to take a deep breath and relax!

5. Don't leave the exam early. Staying to the end allows you to read over your answers and spot any mistakes. It may also allow you to add information that you have forgotten. Once you leave at the end of the exam, we recommend that you make an agreement within your group of friends that you will not get into a discussion about what answers you provided for the various questions. If you discover that you didnt put the same answers as your friends it will leave you even more anxious and you will have more exams to follow. To help you to stay positive, avoid these discussions and look ahead to the next challenge. Remember that once you hand up the paper the result is out of your control.

Open Day:Tuesday 29th January 5-7pm
Discuss all programmes commencing in 2013

We are holding our next Open Day on 29th January from 5-7pm.

The Open Day is an ideal opportunity for you to visit the college and obtain further information on our Full-Time Undergraduate programmes and speak with industry specialist lecturers to identify the programme that is most suitable for your future career. The evening poses an ideal chance to ask any questions you may have and discuss programme options prior to making a application to commence study with us in the new year. Your will also get the opportunity to meet with current students and find out what college life is really like in DBS.

For information our lecturing staff and their achievements and specialist areas, please visit our website for information on our Academic Schools and Staff.

We look forward to meeting you at the Open Day.

Drop in Service in Aungier Street Building
13/14 Aungier Street, Dublin 2

If you are unable to attend our Open evening on Tuesday 29th January, please be aware that you can call into the Aungier Street building, Monday to Friday from 8.45am - 5.15pm to consult with our Admissions team.

You do not need to make an appointment. You can also contact us on 01 4177500 or by email to admissions@dbs.ie.

Why not contact us today with your questions and take the first step towards your academic development.

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