Computing & IT
This BSc (Hons) in Computing and IT Degree course utilises a carefully designed programme schedule with modules focused on Computing in IT topics.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
Full-time learners undertake the programme over four calendar years, comprising two semesters, commencing in September and February.
Specific Subjects or course requirements
A grade H5 or above in two higher level leaving certificate subjects together with a minimum of O6/H7 in four other subjects. This should include:
1. A grade of O6/ H7 or above in Leaving Certificate English,
2. A grade O6/H7 or above in Mathematics;
QQI FET Applicants General Information
Careers / Further progression
This Degree in Computing and IT works towards bridging the skills gap in the current computing / IT sphere, with the emerging technologies, being classed as Innovation Accelerators, of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and associated cognitive systems being utilised on a global scale for data conglomeration and manipulation, the traditional IT practitioner’s role has taken a significant shift. The programme strives to bring a learner through the necessary steps to be able to compete professionally in today’s labour market. The degree course will provide graduates with the ability to advance their career by attaining a qualification which enables them to secure or advance in employment in a range of entry and intermediate industry positions specific to computing and IT.
Graduates of this Degree in Computing and IT should be able to secure professional roles at entry and intermediate positions in computing and IT related industries, and progress to leadership or research roles using skills related to those learned in the programme curriculum. This IT degree will also provide graduates with the foundation upon which they can further their studies at level 9 (MSc) in Computing (including the MSc in Applied Software Development at CCT College) or one of many Computing-related disciplines (in Ireland or abroad) such as Computer Science, Computational Science, Information Systems, IT Management, Technology and Innovation Management, Information Security & Digital Forensics, Information Systems Processes, and others.
Further information
Mature applicants who have reached the age of 23 on or before the 1st January in the year in which they are making the application are required to satisfy an Admissions Interview. Mature applicants may also be eligible for a Scholarship for this programme via CCT College Dublin’s partnership with Uversity.
Applicants who do not possess the specified entry qualifications may demonstrate their potential to succeed through provision of other evidence including current or prior experiential or certified learning, and / or through the completion of an assessment set by the College. Such applicants will normally be required to attend an interview. In all cases applicants will be assessed on their ability to evidence appropriate academic standards and written English competency. Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning will be reviewed in accordance with CCT’s policies on the Recognition of Prior Learning CCTP602 – Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Transfer and Exemptions http://www.cct.ie/about.qa/
Entry 2024
Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2024 at 5pm
Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2024 at 5pm
Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2024 CAO Handbook): Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1 May 2024 at 5pm
Change of Mind - restrictions apply (see page 3 2024 CAO Handbook): Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1 July 2024 at 5pm
Exceptional online late application (see page 34 of the 2024 CAO Handbook): Fee €60 Closing Date: 22 July 2024 at 5pm
Be sure to complete any action well in advance of closing dates. You should avoid making an application close to a closing date. No extensions to closing dates will be allowed and all application fees are non-refundable.
LATE APPLICATIONS
Late Applications are those which are received after 5pm on 1 February 2024. The closing date for late applications is 5pm on 1 May 2024, subject to the restrictions listed on page 3 of the 2024 CAO Handbook. The online facility for late applications opens on the 5 March 2024 at 12:00 noon - a fee of €60 applies.
Exceptional Late Applications (Exception to the timetable)
The exceptional closing date of 22 July at 5pm applies only to applicants who are registered as an undergraduate student on 1 May 2024 in any year in any one of the participating HEIs (subject to the exclusions listed below). In order to avail of the Exceptional Late Application facility you must have entered the HEI through the CAO system. This is an exceptional late closing date and all steps must be completed by 5pm on 22 July. No changes may be made after this date.
If you did not enter your current course through the CAO system, you must first contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which you wish to apply and they will inform you if you may submit an application direct to the institution.
Exclusions:
You may submit a late application only for entry to courses other than your existing course. If you wish to repeat the year in the same course you must arrange this within your HEI.
Mary Immaculate College Limerick, Marino Institute of Education, Trinity College Dublin, University of Limerick and Maynooth University have special procedures in place in the case of current or previous students who wish to apply for entry to another course in the same HEI. Such applicants must contact their Admissions Office to determine the application procedure. However, if you are a student in another HEI and you wish to apply to any of these five HEIs, you should apply through CAO.
Refer to page 34 of the 2024 CAO Handbook on how to make an Exceptional Late Application.
Restrictions
As a CAO applicant you may experience one or more of the following restrictions based on your course choices, your category of application, or restrictions imposed by the HEIs that you wish to apply to. Please read the section on 'Restrictions' on page 3 of the 2024 CAO Handbook carefully. This section includes information on:
General Restrictions
1. Making a late application
2. Making changes to your course choices
Restricted Courses
3. Applying for a restricted course
Mature Applicants
4. Mature applicants
Supplementary Admissions Routes
5. Applying for DARE and/or HEAR
This BSc (Hons) in Computing and IT Degree course utilises a carefully designed programme schedule with modules focused on Computing in IT topics. The development of this programme was largely driven by demand from a number of industries, both those that operate directly in IT, and from those who require the solutions that computing in IT graduates design and implement (such as biotechnology, financial services, physical sciences, and more).
The design and development of modules within this IT degree were informed by extensive industry consultation. The collaboration with industry centred on the importance of developing problem solving and critical thinking skills within the learner, and a willingness to engage in self-directed learning. The consultation process also highlighted the importance of developing soft skills as these skills can be treated secondary to technical skills but are of significant importance when working in multicultural and diverse teams.
Year 1 – Stage One
Programming – Object Oriented Approach
Introduction to H.C.I. (Human Computer Interaction)
Networking Technologies
Computing Architecture
Time and Task Management
Discrete Mathematics for Computing
Operating Systems
Project Skills
Client-Side programming
Year 2 – Stage Two
Object Oriented Constructs
Linear Algebra
Wireless Networking
Cloud Computing Fundamentals
Databases: Approaches and Systems
Server-side Programming
Research Skills
Network Services and Virtualization
Cross Platform Development
Business Information Systems
Integrated Application Development
Year 3 – Stage Three
Algorithms, Architectures and Design Patterns
Advanced Numerical Methods
Switching and Routing
Distributed Digital Transactions
Legal, Ethical and Privacy Issues
Object Oriented Analysis and Design
Concurrent Systems
Data Storage Solutions
Networks and Systems Security
Commercial Solutions Design
Year 4 – Stage Four
Artificial Intelligence
Data Visualisation and Communication
Data Exploration and Preparation
Cloud Services
Professional Development
Machine Learning for Artificial Intelligence
Strategic Business IT
Problem Solving for Industry
Learners will attend lectures, workshops, and practical lab sessions during the programme and a variety of different instruments and formats will be used including text books, code, statistical data, journal articles, case studies, problem sets, and web-based content. These may feature as part of class-based activities or provided through Moodle. To facilitate a real-world experience, industry guest lectures will be invited to speak to students on a variety of IT and Computing topics to further strengthen, or challenge knowledge attained throughout the programme.
The programme strives to foster an environment of self-efficacy using integrated learning opportunities developed through the Integrated Assessment approach. A ‘Level Completion Module’ evolves that concept of integrated assessment, further cementing knowledge for the learner. These modules, at the end of each award stage, endeavour to bring together all the learning from the previous stage, or stages to promote a cumulative knowledge effect rather than a ‘do and forget’ learning experience.
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