Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
Software Development and Criminology combines the technical skills of programming and software design with the analytical study of criminal behaviour and justice systems. This unique interdisciplinary program is designed for students interested in applying technology to fields such as cybersecurity, digital forensics, criminal justice, and data analysis, while also providing a foundation for further study in either software development or criminology.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Criminology
Criminal Law
Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming
Software Architecture
Maths for Information Technology
Teamworking
Work Experience
Web Authoring
Programming and Design Principle
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
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.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
QA Games testing, IT Assembly and Print Sales and Service roles.