Computer Science - Software Development
This one year Information Technology course introduces the learner to the digital architecture and theoretical concepts underpinning IT infrastructure and Software Development. You will study essential topics such as STEM maths, programming, software architecture and web authoring, Scratch with Rasbery PI and Maths for Information Technology. All these subjects create a solid background knowledge for entry to many third level courses, such as Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Computing and many others.
| 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
This course runs one year full time from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Students should have an interest in computing and a level of education to the Leaving Certificate or its equivalent. This should include Mathematics. The college also will consider applications from mature students who do not meet these requirements. This course may also suit applicants with suitable transferable skills who are seeking a conversion course to IT.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
The IT sector and smart economy is the fastest growing job sector at the moment. This course offers QQI Level 5 certification which is a qualification in its own right, or can provide a pathway to Level 7 or 8 in the Institutes of Technology/Colleges. It is ideal for those considering further study in computer science and software engineering.
Third Level Links/Progression
Students who achieve Level 5 QQI certification can gain entry to a number of Third Level courses – such as Computer Science (Maynooth), Computer Science (TU Dublin), Computer Science (UCD) – via the CAO application process and the Higher Education Links Scheme.
Further information
Course Charges
€310 or €260 (with valid Medical Card). Please note, course fees are subject to change.
Please note this course is also open to VTOS applicants.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Apply online at www.susi.ie
Yes
Applications for courses starting in September 2023 are now open.
Course Modules:
Programming and Design Principles (5N2927)
Database Methods (5N0783)
Software Architecture (5N2772)
Fundamentals of Object Orientated Programming (5N0541)
Web Authoring (5N1910)
Maths for IT (5N18396)
Communications (5N0690)
Work Experience (5N1356)
5M0529 - Software Development
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Coding and Software Development - 5M0529.
Pearse College of Further Education
Clogher Road, Crumlin,
Dublin 12.
Phone: (01) 453 6661 or 01 454 1544
Email: information@pearse.cdetb.ie
Web: www.pearsecollege.ie