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CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Honours Bachelor

Applied Computing (Letterkenny campus)

ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
Course Code
AU360
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
4 Years
Attendence
Full Time
CAO Points 2022
307
Points Change

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)

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


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.

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Entry Requirements

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QQI / FET Links

This course will accept Any QQI 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)

Qualifax
Qualifax Course Page

Qualifax is the National Learners Database. (Note: Link not always available)

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