Computer Science Full-Time Undergraduate Degree - A Career in One of the World’s Fastest-Growing Industries. This Bachelor of Science in Computing degree provides comprehensive training in the latest IT technologies and a deep understanding of key computer science principles, opening pathways to an IT career or further study in computing. Our QQI Accredited Bachelor of Computer Science (BSc) Level 7 Degree course offers an in-depth understanding of computer-based information systems, covering all key areas of computing. You will develop broad knowledge in software engineering, operating systems, mathematical techniques, computer networks, cybersecurity, programming languages, coding, and computational problem-solving.
You’ll acquire highly sought-after skills for both IT and business sectors, with a strong technical foundation in software development, computer programming, cybersecurity, and networking. These skills enable you to apply technologies such as web design and mobile applications to practical IT and business challenges. The expanding Information Technology sector in Ireland and abroad offers excellent career opportunities.-- View Online Prospectus
Our experienced Computer Science lecturers bring extensive industry knowledge to the classroom, inspiring and challenging you to build the skills, knowledge, and competence needed to excel as an ICT professional in various environments.
You’ll engage in an exciting tech environment, using the latest tools to explore, analyse, and apply principles and theories from the IT industry. The Undergraduate Bachelor of Computer Science Degree programme at Dorset College Dublin provides a broad understanding of computing disciplines and the latest IT developments, opening doors to a range of IT career opportunities both in Ireland and abroad.
General Entry Requirements
International Applicants who are applying directly to the college must submit equivalent qualifications meeting the basic matriculation requirements below that are certified by NARIC Ireland. Link here.
Basic Matriculation Requirements: All applicants must meet the basic matriculation requirements of a minimum of 5, O6/H7 grades, including a Language and and a minimum of O6/H7 in Mathematics.
FET Applicants must hold a QQI level 5 Major Award in Information Technology.
English Language Entry Requirements (For candidates whose first language is not English):
Please Note: For mature applicants (i.e. age 23 and older), applications will be individually assessed in order to determine suitability through Dorset College’s ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’ policy.
The Bachelor of Science in Computing Degree is a three-year Level 7 qualification awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI).
Assessment Method
A combination of module-appropriate assessment methods will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes on the course including group work, presentations, examinations, and project work.
Award
As a Graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Computing Level 7 programme, you will have successfully gained competence across a wide variety of software engineering, programming, cyber security, networking administration and more. This will enable you to develop a career as an IT Professional availing of unlimited opportunities in a wide range of organisations and multinational companies with European Headquarters in both Ireland or abroad.
Aspire to become a:
Companies with European Headquarters in Ireland include:
Google, Facebook, Amazon, IBM, HSBC, Baxter, Microsoft, eBay, LinkedIn, Symantec, Microsoft, J.P. Morgan, Bank of America, MasterCard, AIG, Zurich, CITI, and more.
Progression Opportunities
Graduates will be able to successfully participate in the workplace and/or may continue to a Level 8 degree programme in this field.
January intake students
Please note that the second year of this three year programme begins in September of the same academic year where students will join the previous September cohort.
