Computing and Information Technology with a Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

You will develop the strategic mind-set to address global challenges; the kind that that businesses and communities face on a day-to-day basis to maintain their digital infrastructure. You'll have access to virtual learning environments, as well as networking, electronic, enterprise systems and business intelligence laboratories.

We are preparing you for the workplace. You'll learn computing and information technology skills that are needed to design, develop, operate and maintain effective systems. You’ll use your computing knowledge to provide and apply IT solutions that will continually evolve. We ensure you are able to innovate in order to deliver business value and sustainable solutions.

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above/li
Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted.
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
See level 3 entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details
English language and mathematics at grade C or above
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment

We're a leading academy for Microsoft and Cisco Systems.
This course enables you to work towards Microsoft, Cisco, Linux and Oracle certifications and professional body qualifications too.
We collaborate with prestigious organisations such as IBM, APC by Schneider Electric, Atos, Co-Op, Philips and the Chartered Institute for IT (the British Computer Society).
You will have the opportunity to participate in renowned international programmes and competitions.
You will have the opportunity and support to create a start-up business using ideas spawned during your course – several recent undergraduates on this course have done just that.
You'll have the opportunity to negotiate your learning outcomes in a working placement, either through a start-up project or business project.