School of Informatics & Creative Arts Undergraduate

BSc (Hons) in Computing in Software Development

Discover the art and science of creating, designing, and maintaining computer programs and applications.
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Course Overview

This course provides a solid foundation in software development for web and mobile systems, and how to test and implement it into group projects. Critical thinking and communication skills are taught to provide students with the core soft skills required to work as part of a modern software engineering team. Students will specialise in the design, development, testing and evaluation of software systems with particular emphasis on the application of agile process development.

Students will also acquire the fundamentals of a broad range of computing topics; networking, procedural and object-orient programming, testing, computer security, data analysis and visualisation, IoT, and will have the option of selecting specialist modules such as: artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile development, smart technologies, and immersive technologies.

What makes this course different

Understanding the Industry

Software development is at the heart of every sector, from business and computing to healthcare and entertainment. The industry is continuously progressing and innovating and needs software developers with a passion for the art of designing, installing, and supporting software.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this course, you will have a skill set that will enable you to gain employment in industries in which there is a constant demand for software developers, particularly in the ever-expanding Internet sector.

Future Careers:
  • Software Engineer
  • Application Developer
  • Software Tester
  • Web Developers
  • Cloud Computing Developers
  • Technical Consultants

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Course Delivery and Modules

This course is delivered in a combination of lectures, lab classes and tutorials. There is a specific focus on problem-based learning and so much of the programme content is delivered in small 20-student computer labs where students can avail of greater feedback and interaction with their lecturer.

There are numerous support services available within the department to enable and encourage all students to realise their personal and professional potential. Elective module choices in the final year of the programme allow students to focus on the discipline that they intend to pursue as a career after graduation.

  • Programming
  • Web Development
  • Computer Architecture
  • Mathematics
  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Applied Software Development Principles
  • Database Systems
  • Introduction to Networking
  • Intensive Project Abroad (Optional)

  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Full Stack Development
  • Software Testing
  • Mathematics
  • Database Systems
  • Computer Security
  • Applied Software Project Management
  • C++
  • UX Design
  • Server-side Development
  • Intensive Project Abroad (Optional)

  • Universal Design Project
  • Data Science
  • Mobile Integration
  • IoT Development
  • Algorithms and Data Structures
  • Intensive Project Abroad (Optional)
  • Work Placement (15 weeks) OR Approved Semester Abroad

  • Legal and Ethical Issues in Computing
  • Research Methods
  • Secure Systems
  • Collaborative Project OR Project
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Data Analysis and Visualization
  • Intensive Project Abroad (Optional)
Electives
  • Immersive Technologie
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Smart Technologies
  • Service Oriented Architecture
  • Human Factors in Design
  • Machine Learning
  • Heterogeneous and Parallel Computing
  • Mobile Development

Work placement

In 3rd Year (Semester 2) students undertake a minimum of 15 weeks of work placement with host companies.

The host companies are provided by the department in coordination with the Placement Office or students can undertake a placement with an appropriate company which they have identified themselves.

Education Progression

Graduates with a satisfactory level of achievement may be able to undertake postgraduate (HDip/ Masters/PhD) studies. Postgraduate research opportunities, either research masters or PhD are also available at DkIT.

Fees and Funding

Please find information on fees and funding here: www.dkit.ie/fees

Entry requirements

Standard entry requirements apply. There are no special entry requirements for this course.

Recent CAO points

CAO points 2024 222
CAO points 2023 238

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How to apply

Apply on CAO

All standard entry first-year applicants must apply for entry through the CAO. See Important application dates for CAO and information for specific applicant types below:

Apply on CAO
CAO code: DK821

Advanced Entry & Transfer Applications

Advanced Entry is for applicants who have previous educational achievements and/or work experience and want to be considered for direct entry into year  2, 3, or 4 of a course. This includes students looking to transfer to DkIT from another Higher Education provider.

International Application (non-EU)

International Applicants (not from or living in the EU) can apply through an agent or directly to DkIT to study this course.

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