Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This course provides a foundation for learners who wish to gain employment in the field of Computers and Gaming or who wish to continue their studies and progress to Higher Education. The course is supported by F.I.T. (FastTrack to Information Technology), who provide supports such as CV writing and Interview Skills workshops along with mock interviews.
Two years, part time for the full award. Students will obtain a QQI component certificate at the end of the first year.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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2024 – 2025
Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming 5N0541
Web Authoring 5N1910
Communications 5N0690
Maths 4N1987
Web Design 4N1122
2025 – 2026
Work Experience 5N1356
Software Architecture 5N2772
Maths for IT 5N18396
Games Analysis & Design 5N1651
Mobile Technologies 5N0580
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 leads to 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 possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 5M0529 |
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:
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
As a graduate of this course, you can pursue various careers in the IT industry including Software Developer and Mobile App Developer. The option to pursue an Apprenticeship in a related area is also a possibility.