BSc Computational Thinking

at Maynooth University

1st year

• 4 modules in Computer Science
• 6 modules in Mathematics
• 2 modules in Philosophy

2nd year

• 6 modules in Computer Science
• 4 modules in Mathematics
• 2 modules in Philosophy
• You will have the option of undertaking a 1-year work placement or study abroad after 2nd year (subject to availability)

3rd year

• 6 compulsory Computer Science and Mathematics modules
• 6 optional modules chosen from among the 3 core disciplines

Coding languages currently covered in the CT degree:

• First year - Python, Java, SQL
• Second year - C, R, Haskell
• Final year - Languages of choice in projects of choice

A mature student is 23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. For part-time degrees the mature age is 21. Admission is based on your application, test and/or interview.

 
H2 Leaving Certificate Mathematics OR EQUIVALENT required. 3 year accelerated degree.

The fees for BSc Computational Thinking may vary from €6,500 to €15,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.

Our BSc Computational Thinking has been specifically designed to answer calls from industry for graduates with strong analytical competence, problemsolving skills and the ability to think critically. Graduates will enjoy outstanding career prospects across a range of areas such as software development and analysis, mathematical and financial modelling, bioinformatics, cryptography and security.

 
Postgraduate study options currently include:

• MSc Geocomputation, MSc
• Computer Science (Software Engineering), PhD Computer
• Science (Research), MSc in Data Science and Analytics, PhD
• Statistics/Data Science.