| Course Name |
Computing |
| Course Provider |
Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Course Code |
24602 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
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Major |
Dundalk Institute of Technology |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time, Online or Distance, Daytime, Blended |
| Location (Districts) |
Dundalk |
| Qualification Letters |
MSc |
| Application Date |
You should apply using the DkIT Postgraduate Application. Please include an up-to-date CV with your application form and send your completed application to Admissions Office, Dundalk Institute of Technology, Dublin Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1-2 Years (Full time or Part-time).
Course Delivery
This course is delivered fully online over two semesters but participants will be required to attend campus once per semester for exams. |
| Financial Support |
Expand+Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies onl...
Hide-Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies only to students who are funding their studies from their own income. Always retain your receipt of payment from DkIT for tax purposes.
In certain circumstances students may receive financial aid in paying their fees from County Enterprise Boards, Leader Partnerships, Department of Social Protection and other organisations.
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| Entry Requirements |
Minimum Entry Requirements
The standard minimum entry requirements for admission to the Master of Science in Computing are:
- A minimum Second Class Honours (2.2) in Computing, or equivalent qualification in a cognate discipline or
- Higher Diploma in Science in Computing Level 8 award (DkIT)
Strong programming skills are essential.
In the case of competition for places selection will be made on the basis of primary degree results and/or interview. |
| Course Summary |
The Masters of Science (MSc) in Computing is a 1 year full time (2 year part-time) taught course that introduces some of the latest emerging technologies in the areas of cloud computing, embedded systems, secure architecture and Artificial Intelligence. |
| Course Content |
Expand+The course allows the student to study the framework of computer science from a theoretical point of view and apply this knowledge to the development of industrial software in a research-led dissertation. The focus is on ensuring that the student has...
Hide-The course allows the student to study the framework of computer science from a theoretical point of view and apply this knowledge to the development of industrial software in a research-led dissertation. The focus is on ensuring that the student has the appropriate mathematical foundations and programming to develop cutting edge skills for practical application.
Communication skills and research are key skills embraced here as students enhance their knowledge through research led dissertation, student presentations and group work.
The programme runs in both on a fulltime and part-time basis and because of its modular nature includes the possibility of registering for individual modules.
Students will develop advanced skills and knowledge in the areas of software development, project management, research capabilities and entrepreneurial skills.
Graduates of this programme will be capable of:
- Designing, managing and developing complex quality-assured software systems;
- Identifying computing problems that require further research and developing research strategies for the investigation of these problems;
- Analysing and critically evaluating emerging technologies and trends in the computing industry from a business opportunity perspective;
- Taking responsibility for the work of individuals and groups, and develop a high level of competence in initiating, leading and managing technology projects and processes.
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| Subjects Taught |
Research Methods and Innovation
Embedded Systems
Cloud Architecture
Secure Architecture
Human Computer Interaction
Software Design
Computer Vision and AI
Software Process Management
Dissertation |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
Armed with an MSc in Computer Science from DkIT, the graduate can expect to directly obtain jobs in the tech industry or, alternatively, would be in a position to advance to PhD level. |
| Further Enquiries |
Dr Fiona Lawless (Head of Computing Science and Mathematics)
Phone: +353 42 9370200
Email: fiona.lawless@dkit.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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