CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Honours Bachelor

Applied Computing (Letterkenny campus)

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Course Code
AU360
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
4 Years
Attendance
Full Time
CAO Points 2025 Round 1
353  
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Course Summary

This level 8 programme is designed to give the graduate experience with a wide range of modern computing skills. Students will learn cutting edge programming techniques, data analytics, UX design, web architecture plus many other skills. Students can practice honing core computational and problem solving skills needed for any 21st Century technology driven society, in a vibrant and modern campus. 

AU360 - Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Computing
AU360 - Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Computing

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College Link

College Link > AU360 - Applied Computing (Letterkenny campus)

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Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Language Options

* Time abroad utilising this language

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Note: It may also be possible to do an Erasmus+ Programme allowing you to study abroad for a period of at least 2 months to 12 months. This study can be through English or through your language of choice � please check with your course coordinator to see if this is possible for this course.

Entry Requirements

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PLC Progression Links

This course will accept All PLC (QQ/FET) Level 5 or 6 Major Award as an entry requirement.

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The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Career Progression

The main employers are: And many other types of careers, Engineering Companies, Financial Services,, Internet Services, Mobile Applications Development, Project Management, Research at MSc and PhD Level, Software Houses,, Systems Design, and Teaching.

Graduate careers typically include: Data Analytics, Database Systems, Infrastructure, Internet Technologies, Mobile Apps, Programming, Systems Design.

Further Research

College Link > AU360 - Applied Computing (Letterkenny campus)

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

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