BSc in Computing Level 7 NFQ – QQI Accredited

A career in one of the fastest growing industries in the world:  This Bachelor Of Science In Computing Degree Course delivers comprehensive training in the latest IT industry technologies with a thorough understanding of the key principles of computer science and provides the opportunity to pursue a career in IT or progress onto a higher award in computing.

Our QQI Accredited Bachelor Of Computer Science (BSc) Level 7 Degree Course provides an in-depth understanding of computer-based information systems and overview of all areas of computing.  You will gain a broad-ranging knowledge, you will learn about  software engineering, operating systems, mathematical foundations and techniques, computer networks, cybersecurity, networking, programming languages, coding and solving computational problems.

You will obtain highly sought-after skills for the IT and business sector and a solid technical foundation in software development, computer programming, cybersecurity, & computer networking with the ability to creatively apply computer and related technologies such as web design and mobile applications to practical IT and inter-related business challenges.  The Information Technology Industry in Ireland and abroad is an ever expanding industry and offers excellent career opportunities.

Year 1

• Computer Fundamentals
• Computational Numeracy & Logic
• Interpersonal Skills for IT
• UX/UI Design & Usability 1
• Programming Essentials 1
• Computer Science – Core Skills
• Networking Technologies
• Mathematics for IT 1
• UX/UI Design & Usability 2
• Programming Essentials 2
• Management Information Systems
• Artificial Intelligence Basics

Year 2

• Network Routing & Switching
• Mathematics for IT 2
• Operating Systems & Administration 1
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Front-end Web Development 1
• Data Storage & Database Management
• Mobile App Development 1
• DevOps
• Operating Systems & Administration 2
• Modern Programming Principles & Practice 2
• Front End Web Development 2
• Data Storage & Management 2

Year 3

• Software Engineering 1
• Statistics and Data Science
• Full Stack Development 1
• Project
• Mobile App Development 2
• Games Design 1
• Software Engineering 2
• Game Design 2
• Full Stack Development 2
• Cybersecurity Defence & Operations (Elective)
• Machine Learning (Elective)
• DSP & Image Processing (Elective)
• Work Based Learning (Elective)

Assessment includes:

A combination of module appropriate assessments will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes of this course. These methods will include a combination of final written examinations and continuous assessment processes such as assignments and projects.

The course is on the CAO System for September 2018.  The Application Forms and the CAO Handbook 2018 are available from the Central Applications Office (CAO).