BSc in Computing

This three year programme prepares students for a broad range of exciting careers in the computing sector. It provides students with an opportunity to work with evolving technologies in a fast moving industry. Students will develop essential skills in computing which will open many career paths and options for further study. During the programme, students will learn how to design and build desktop and mobile apps, troubleshoot and fix computer hardware, use computers to work with and manage data, connect devices and make them work together.

Technology is used in all aspects of industry, retail and financial sectors. Whether you want to work in a large multinational company, a small indigenous Irish company or an innovative start-up, computing graduates are much sought after. The technology sector in Ireland is a vibrant one providing many opportunities for graduates. Companies such as Twitter, Facebook, eBay, PayPal and Google have chosen to locate in Ireland providing jobs across a wide variety of computing areas.

A minimum of 5 O6/H7 grades in Leaving Certificate subjects, including Mathematics and English or Irish.

You need to complete 207 credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://lit.ie/courses/lc336

1. Our Computing programmes are designed specifically to bridge occupational gaps in a wide range of industries thereby increasing graduate employment potential. 
2. State of the art technology is used across our Computing programmes to enhance the student’s learning experience.
3. Work placement is an integral part of all of our Computing programmes. Students will undertake six months industry work placement in Year 3 as part of their studies.
    

You can join one of the following careers:

• Computer Systems Analysts
• Computer and Information Research Scientists
• Computer System Administrator
• Computer Programmer