Computer Science - Waterford
The ONLINE Higher Diploma in Science in Computer Science is a 24-month ICT Conversion Course designed to allow honours graduates from non-computing disciplines to acquire the industry-relevant ICT and software development skills, expertise and practical experience required to become suitable candidates for employment in the ICT domain in general and in software development in particular.
| Award Name | Higher Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | South East Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time online delivery.
Includes 4 onsite workshop
Entry Requirements
Level 8 honours degree or equivalent qualification in a discipline such as Engineering, Architecture. Science, Maths, Physics, or Financial Services.
Further information
Next Intake September 2026.
Modules
Programming
Web Development
Computer Systems
Computer Networks
Project Proposal
Contact
Course Leaders
Frank Walsh
E: frank.w.walsh@setu.ie
Siobhan Roche
E: siobhan.roche@setu.ie
Graduate Admissions, SETU Waterford
E: pgadmissions.wd@setu.ie