Computer Programming & Coding
This Level 5 Computer Programming & Coding course offers students a solid foundation in computer programming. You will gain practical skills and qualifications that will allow you to apply directly to higher education through the CAO or serve as a stepping stone into a career in the technology sector. The course addresses the growing need for technology across various industries, leading to a high demand for IT professionals.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
For Level 5 courses:
Over 17 years of age and successful completion of upper secondary education (i.e. 5th and 6th year) or equivalent
AND
Successful completion of a Leaving Certificate (or equivalent international qualification)
OR
Successful completion of a Level 4 major award (or equivalent international qualification)
For Level 6 courses:
The basic entry requirement to all full-time Level 6 programmes is the successful completion of a Level 5 major award (or equivalent international qualification)
Applicants who do not meet these requirements, and who are between 17 and 23 years old, will be referred to our Guidance Counsellor.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Progress to further study and careers including:
Network installation
Computer maintenance
IT Technician
TU716 L7 Networking Technologies
TU713 L7 Computer Engineering
TU655 L6 Networking Technologies (learn & work)
Cybercrime & IT Security
Computer – Applications or Programming
Software Development
WD151 Software Systems Development
Computer Forensics and Security
Further information
These means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education, in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres.
Applications are made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie www.susi.ie
You will be invited to an interview – this is to make sure that you’ve made the right choice!
Applications will be open online for 2025 entry at the end of January 2025. Students may apply online at www.carlowinstitute.ie
Our staff has extensive industry experience which will ensure that you are industry ready with the opportunity to acquire essential skills to gain employment in the thriving IT sector.
What Makes This Course Special
Step-up to HE
Learn with expert staff
Get ‘hands-on’ experience
Apply ICT theory to practical tasks
Lead your own practical projects in problem solving and solutions
Direct employment options
Garda Vetting (Clearance)
Garda Vetting (police / criminal records clearance) is a requirement on courses where students have access to children or vulnerable adults. Students must be vetted for clearance by the Gardaí prior to attending work experience. It is your responsibility to obtain Garda Vetting Clearance / criminal records clearance.
Students who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland /Northern Ireland, and for whom Garda vetting / clearance is unavailable, are required to provide verifiable evidence of criminal records clearance from the relevant police authorities.
We will provide you with information about making an application for clearance, but it is your responsibility to complete any necessary application and to obtain clearance. If you are offered a place on a course, you will be issued with information at registration.
Course Content
Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming
Software Architecture
Maths for Information Technology
Teamworking
Work Experience
Mobile Technologies
Programming and Design Principles
Web Authoring
Certification
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Software Development 5M0529
Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.
5M0529 - Software Development
Phone: 059 913 4230
Email: Email: Info@CarlowInstitute.ie
Web: www.Carlowinstitute.ie