Software Development with Games Design
This course provides a foundation for learners who wish to gain employment in the field of Computers and Gaming or who wish to continue their studies and progress to Higher Education.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
Two years, part time for the full award.
Students will obtain a QQI component certificate at the end of the first year.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied Programme, QQI Level 4 full major award or equivalent.
Work/life experience may be acceptable for mature students.
Students should be 16 years old or over at the start of the course.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject area and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or higher).
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements should make direct contact with the College to explore their application on an individual basis.
Careers / Further progression
Career Options
As a graduate of this course, you can pursue various careers in the IT industry including Software Developer and Mobile App Developer. The option to pursue an Apprenticeship in a related area is also a possibility.
Third Level Progression
Students have a wide range of options for study at Third Level Education on successful completion of this course. Examples of progression opportunities include:
TU Dublin- Tallaght accept this course for all its Computing and Engineering related courses including Computing TU756, Cloud Computing TU865 and Computing with Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning TU862.
TU Dublin- Blanchardstown accept this course for a wide range of courses including Computing (Information Technology) TU860, Digital Forensics and Cyber Security TU863 and Computer Engineering in Mobile Systems TU807.
TU Dublin- Grangegorman offer a range of courses that follow on from this award including Game Design TU984.
UCD have a degree programme Computer Science DN201 which accepts this award.
There are many more opportunities for college progression. Please contact admin@greenhillscollege.ie with any queries.
Further information
Commencing September 2024
Yes
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students for level 5 and level 6 courses in Greenhills Community College – Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
For more information on our fees or eligible funding schemes, please contact the College at admin@greenhillscollege.ie.
Applications are open for 2024/2025 academic year. Click on the “Apply Online” button on college website to apply for a course. (view application weblink above)
The course is supported by F.I.T. (FastTrack to Information Technology), who provide supports such as CV writing and Interview Skills workshops along with mock interviews.
Modules
2024 – 2025
Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming 5N0541
Web Authoring 5N1910
Communications 5N0690
Maths 4N1987
Web Design 4N1122
2025 – 2026
Work Experience 5N1356
Software Architecture 5N2772
Maths for IT 5N18396
Games Analysis & Design 5N1651
Mobile Technologies 5N0580
5M0529 - Software Development
Certification
NFQ Level 5 award made by QQI 5M0529 Software Development
Tel: (01) 450 7779
Email:admin@greenhillscollege.ie
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