Computer Science
Are you interested in developing apps to make everyday tasks easier or creating exciting and engaging applications? Look no further than our Software Development course! This program is ideal for students who wish to pursue higher education or a career in the tech sector, which currently has a skills shortage in Ireland.
| Award Name | Microsoft Technology Associate MTA |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Microsoft |
| NFQ Level | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Technology Associate MTA | Microsoft | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or its equivalent is advised. Mature students are welcome to apply, and work/life experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. Leaving Cert – Minimum O4 in Ordinary Maths.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
While the main focus of this course is to prepare students for further study, there are entry-level positions available in the industry for graduates with a QQI Level 5 certification in Software Development. These positions could include junior software developer, technical support, or software testing roles. Employers typically provide suitable training for new hires to further develop their skills and knowledge. With the right experience and qualifications, graduates could progress to roles such as senior software developer, IT consultant, or project manager.
Progression
On completion of the course, students can pursue a number of computer science degree courses through the CAO, including:
- TU Dublin Grangegorman: TU856 Computer Science, TU857 Computer Science (Infrastructure), TU858: Computer Science (International)
- TU Dublin Tallaght: TU859: Computing, TU861: Computing with Languages, TU862: Computing with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Dublin City University DCU: DC121 Computing, DC123 Data Science
- IADT DL836: Creative Computing
Advanced Entry: Alternatively, students can progress to Computer Science QQI Level 6, which in turn links to Year 2 of the following degree programs:
- TU856: Computer Science, TU Dublin Grangegorman
- TU857: Computer Science (Infrastructure), TU Dublin Grangegorman
- TU858: Computer Science (International), TU Dublin Grangegorman
- DL836: Creative Computing, IADT
Further information
Applications for September 2024 Now Open.
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 in approved full-time third-level education in Ireland and also, in some cases, funding for students studying outside of Ireland. Support is available to all types of students, from school leavers to mature students returning to education. www.susi.ie
1. Choose Your Course
To help choose your course:
- Visit our Programme Advisory Video on our website
- Read this prospectus or visit our website
- Visit the College (Advisory Meetings, Open Days, College Awareness Week)
- Talk to our Guidance Counsellor or Course Coordinator
2. Make Your Application:
When you have decided on your course(s) you should:
- Complete our online application form. You must have a valid email address, mobile number, and your PPSN number to apply online.
- All applications are acknowledged through our online Enrol system. The status of your application can be tracked 24/7 by logging into your Enrol account, which is created for you when you first apply.
3. Advisory Meeting
- Soon after making your online application you will receive an email and text from the College inviting you to view our online Information Session, or attend one of our regular Open Advisory Meetings where any questions can be answered in person.
- Admission to courses are advisory in nature, though some entry criteria apply to all our courses. Leaving Cert/Leaving Cert Applied or its equivalent is normally a requirement, though the College can look at individual cases where criteria may not be met. The advisory meeting also ensures that mature students (over 23) are matched to the right course.
- Following this session/advisory meeting, you will receive an email with details on how to accept your place on the course.
4. Accept Your Place
When you decide to accept your place:
- A non-refundable deposit of €50 can be made by credit or debit card through the Website. The College is a cashless centre and will not normally accept cash or cheques. If you have any issues making your payment please contact the college.
5. Registration and Induction
- Induction and orientation sessions take place at the commencement of courses in September.
- The College will notify applicants of induction and commencement dates, details of fees and the academic calendar.
Are you interested in developing apps to make everyday tasks easier or creating exciting and engaging applications? Look no further than our Software Development course! This program is ideal for students who wish to pursue higher education or a career in the tech sector, which currently has a skills shortage in Ireland. Our aim is to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to develop applications using various programming languages, including Python, Java, Javascript, and HTML. To support our students, our course is sponsored by FIT (FastTrack to IT), which runs CV preparation, LinkedIn, and interview skills workshops.
Core Modules:
Communications
Work Experience
Elective Modules
Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming
Software Architecture
Programming and Design Principals
Math for IT
Web Authoring
Database Methods
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Work Experience
We encourage students to acquire relevant work placements to enhance their program of study.
5M0529 - Software Development
Certification: QQI Level 5 Software Development – Code 5M0529. Also Microsoft Technology Associate.
Dundrum College of Further Education,
Dundrum Main Street,
Dundrum,
Dublin 14,
D14 HD83
Email: info@dcfe.ie
Tel: +353 1 298 5412