Expand+Course Requirements
Subjects Required
Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics (Computer Applications and Enterprise Computing)

General Entry Requirements
A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade O6 or H7, with at least two at H5, whic...

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Subjects Required
Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics (Computer Applications and Enterprise Computing)

General Entry Requirements
A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade O6 or H7, with at least two at H5, which must include the subjects Mathematics AND either English or Irish.

Leaving Certificate Mathematics Requirements
DCU does not award points for the subject of Mathematics at Leaving Certificate Ordinary Alternative or Foundation Level.

This subject will be accepted for admission purposes for the following courses:

BA in Applied Language and Translation Studies
BA in Contemporary Culture and Society
BSc in Education and Training
BA in Journalism
BA in International Relations
BA in Communication Studies
BA Gaeilge agus Iriseoireacht (Irish and Journalism)
Bachelor of Civil Law (Law and Society)
BSc in Multimedia
Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours)
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Leaving Certificate Subject Combinations
Certain subjects will not be scored separately if they occur in combination with subjects that are similar in content. In each case, the highest individual grade will be scored.

The following six groups of subjects are affected by this:
1 Music and Musicianship, Music A, Music B

2 Economics, Agricultural Economics

3 Physics with Chemistry – if combined with Physics and Chemistry, only two best scored – if combined with Physics or Chemistry, only best scored

4 History, Economics and Economic History – if all three are taken, only the best two will be scored

5 Latin, Classical Studies

6 Greek, Classical Studies

Bonus Points for Honours Mathematics
25 bonus points will continue to be awarded in 2017 for higher level mathematics, at grades H6 and above in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

Expand+EU/EEA and Non-EU
DCU has an active mature student body and strongly encourages applications from mature candidates (those aged 23 years or above on 1st January in the year of entry). As a mature student, your wealth of knowledge and experience wi...

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DCU has an active mature student body and strongly encourages applications from mature candidates (those aged 23 years or above on 1st January in the year of entry). As a mature student, your wealth of knowledge and experience will make a valuable contribution to the university, and we are always working towards widening participation to allow mature students gain entry onto DCU courses.

What are the entry requirements?
Applying as a mature applicant means that you do not compete with Leaving Certificate students for places at DCU. Instead, experience other than examination grades is taken into consideration – this may be work experience, further studies or other relevant experience. For some courses, however, particular Leaving Certificate subjects may be necessary. In all cases, the university will want to know that you have the ability and motivation to make the most of your studies at DCU.

What supports are available for mature students?
There is a wide network of services. The Mature Student Academic Writing Week prepares you for college life through workshops on topics such as academic writing, citing and referencing. Other topics include supports for students at DCU, such as the Mathematics Learning Centre, IT supports and the Mature Student Society. You will also have access to Student Support and Development workshops throughout the academic year for example CV Clinics, Learning Students and Motivational Workshops.

What financial supports are available to mature students?
There are a number of sources, including the Government’s Free Fees Initiative, the Higher Education Grants Scheme, the Back to Education Allowance and the DCU Student Assistance Fund, once a registered DCU student. Information on these schemes is available at www.studentfinance.ie.

Where can I find out more?
For the Mature Student Officer, please contact 01 700 6987. For general and admission enquiries, please contact the Registry on T +353 (0)1 700 5338 E registry@dcu.ie

How do I apply?
All mature applicants for full-time study must apply to the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1st February in the year of entry.

Expand+There are many different ways to enter DCU. While candidates are primarily assessed on the basis of their second level examinations, other assessments are in place for mature students, students from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds, students ...

Hide-There are many different ways to enter DCU. While candidates are primarily assessed on the basis of their second level examinations, other assessments are in place for mature students, students from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds, students with disabilities/specific learning difficulties and transfer students. The university is committed to welcoming students from countries worldwide. For Undergraduate Admissions - General Information please go to: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/undergrad.shtml

Expand+Early online application (discounted): Fee €25 Closing Date: 20th January 2017 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €40 Closing Date: 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm

Late online application - restrictions apply: Fee: €50 Closing Date: 1st May 2...

Hide-Early online application (discounted): Fee €25 Closing Date: 20th January 2017 at 5:15pm

Normal online application: Fee €40 Closing Date: 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm

Late online application - restrictions apply: Fee: €50 Closing Date: 1st May 2017 at 5:15 pm

Change of Mind: Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1st July 2017 5:15 pm

Exceptional online late application - see page 14 of the 2017 CAO Handbook: Fee €50 Closing Date: 22nd July 2017 at 5:15pm

You should avoid submitting an application close to a closing date. No extensions to closing dates will be allowed and all fees are non-refundable.

LATE APPLICATIONS
Late Applications are those which are received after 5:15pm on 1st February 2017 and will be accepted up to 5:15pm on 1st May 2017, subject to the restricitions listed on page 3 of the 2017 CAO Handbook.

Late Applications (Exception to Timetable)
The exceptional closing date of 22nd of July at 5:15pm applies only to applicants who are currently undergraduate students in any year in any one of the participating HEIs (subject to the exclusions listed below). In order to avail of the Exceptional Late Application facility you must have entered the HEI through the CAO system.

If you did not enter your current course through the CAO system, you must first contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which you wish to apply and they will inform you if you may submit an application direct to the institution.

Exclusions:
You may submit a late application only for entry to courses other than your existing course. If you wish to repeat the year in the same course you must arrange this within your HEI.

Mary Immaculate College Limerick, Trinity College Dublin and the University of Limerick have special procedures in place in the case of current or previous students who wish to apply for entry to another course in the same HEI. Such applicants must contact their Admissions Office to determine the application procedure. However, if you are a student in another HEI and you wish to apply to any of these three HEIs, you should apply through CAO.

Refer to page 15 of the 2017 CAO Handbook on how to make an Exceptional Late Application.

Restricted-category Applicants
Mature applicants – most HEIs will require mature applicants, who wish to be assessed on mature grounds, to have applied to CAO by 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm. (This restriction does not apply if the applicant wishes to be considered on the basis of school leaving qualifications only.) For more information about applying to CAO on the basis of mature years go to www.cao.ie/mature.

Applying for the HEAR and/or DARE schemes – to be considered for the HEAR and/or DARE schemes applicants must have registered on the CAO system by 1st February 2017 at 5:15pm and must have completed the HEAR/DARE application form by 1st March 2017 at 5:15pm – supporting documents must be sent to CAO offices before 1st April 2017 at 5:15pm.

Expand+Why DCU?
– The B.Sc. in Enterprise Computing gives you the foundation for a career in information technology for the modern business enterprises.

– As well as learning how business works, you will acquire the technical knowhow and management sk...

Hide-Why DCU?
– The B.Sc. in Enterprise Computing gives you the foundation for a career in information technology for the modern business enterprises.

– As well as learning how business works, you will acquire the technical knowhow and management skills to improve businesses by deploying IT profitably.

– You will be prepared for an exciting, dynamic and long career in a field that will continue to transform the way we run business and organise society long into the future.

– You’ll enjoy a hands-on interactive learning experience with a strong focus on practical skills, personal development and knowledge application.

– You will acquire a ‘go anywhere’ qualification that will allow you to travel around the world with a recognised and sought-after skill set.

Understanding Enterprise Computing.
Computing technology has entered every corner of the commercial and industrial world and is a vital component in driving innovation across the business enterprise. It is the backbone of many organisations, including banking and finance, high-tech enterprises, consulting companies and ecommerce based online retailers.

This degree will provide you with an understanding of how software engineers develop software solutions to address real world computing problems and teaches you how you can best use computing technology to allow people to work together and give companies a competitive edge in the marketplace. You will learn how to use and manage information technology and systems to improve and re-design the way they do business.

The B.Sc. in Enterprise Computing gives you the foundation for a career in information technology for the modern business enterprise. This degree is intended to educate high-end IT professionals with knowledge of how business works and the roles of technology in the enterprise. It will teach practical skills in designing and managing information systems, and deploying them effectively and creatively. The skills you gain will be central to the development of the Irish and, indeed, the global economy over the coming decades. Moreover, those skills are portable. As a graduate of the B.Sc. in Enterprise Computing, you will be ideally placed to pursue a career as an IT professional here in Ireland, elsewhere in Europe or across the world.

About You
Are you an inquisitive student with an entrepreneurial streak? If you have an interest in information technology, the web, business and working creatively in teams, and are interested in learning how organisations can use technology solutions to meet current business needs, then this course will appeal to you. As well as learning about the IT/business interface, you will develop the personal skills that allow you to work in creative IT / business teams.

Course Structure
The first year is devoted to gaining a strong overall competence in computing technologies, such as computers themselves, operating systems, web systems and the internet, and to acquiring fundamental mathematical skills.

In subsequent years, by specialising in information technology, web systems or networking technologies, you will be equipped with the necessary skills to work with computing technology across a broad spectrum of business enterprises. You will be able to manage, improve and re-design the way businesses use computing systems.

In Year Three you will have the opportunity to spend seven months on our INTRA paid work placement programme which integrates academic study with a closely related job. It will give you an understanding of the professional and practical business world and will help you to stand out in the graduate employment market. Indeed, many companies recruit their INTRA students on graduation. You are prepared for this work placement through modules in Years One to Three, and especially through Business Communication Skills, which includes elements of report writing, making presentations, business communications and business practice.

In final year you will study advanced modules in information systems, business strategy and management. In addition, you will complete a major team-based project.

Practical experience is a major component of your learning. Throughout the four years of the degree, there are formal lectures with a strong emphasis on the practical applications in the computer labs, tutorials, ongoing assessments and projects drawn from real-world situations

Expand+The table below shows how the course is structured over the four years. Along with a strong emphasis on practical work, there is also a focus on transferable skills, such as communications skills, teamwork, analytical skills, critical thinking and pr...

Hide-The table below shows how the course is structured over the four years. Along with a strong emphasis on practical work, there is also a focus on transferable skills, such as communications skills, teamwork, analytical skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, resource management, ethical awareness and research skills.

Year One
Core Introductory to Hardware and Software Modules and business topics including Digital World, Web Design and Business Applications

YEAR TWO
IT Business and Related Modules, Including Business
Database Management and Business Systems Analysis

YEAR THREE
Intermediate Specialist Topics
INTRA Paid Work Placement Programme (seven months)

YEAR FOUR
Advanced Specialist Topics
Team Project

For the full list and details of modules, please see www.dcu.ie/
DC120 or web page link below.