Higher Certificate in Computing

at National College of Ireland

On completion of this two-year course, you will have highly valued expertise in hardware, software applications, software development, operating systems and databases. It is a fantastic foundation on which to build your career in the dynamic world of information technology.
 

As a graduate of this computing course you will:

• Understand the essentials of business and information technology.

• Design and create fully functioning websites as well as multimedia applications.

• Install and configure software and hardware.

• Have a detailed knowledge of the theory and practice of application development and support including the essentials of hardware, software, operating systems and databases.

• Have the ability to act as a technical support person.

Stage 1 / Semester 1

Core Subject
Module Code    Title

• H6CMPTHNK    Computational Thinking

• H6DISMTHS    Discrete Mathematics

• H6PSP    Problem Solving and Programming Concepts

• H6CI    The Computing Industry

• H6WD    Web Design and Development
   

Stage 1 / Semester 2

Core Subject
Module Code    Title

• H6CA    Computer Architecture

• H6DM    Digital Multimedia

• H6IDMD    Introduction to Data Modelling and Databases

• H06IP    Introduction to Programming

• H06OPS    Operating Systems
   

Stage 2 / Semester 1
Core Subject
Module Code    Title

• H6ADA    Advanced Databases

• H6DCN    Data Communications and Networking

• H06OOP    Object Oriented Programming

• H6WAD    Web Application Development
   

Stage 2 / Semester 2
Core Subject
Module Code    Title

• H6DSA    Data Structures and Algorithms

• H06IBE    Innovation and Business Entrepreneurship

• H6SWE    Software Engineering

• H6SQT    Software Quality and Testing

• H6TP    Team Project

Minimum entry requirements are a grade O6/H7 or above in five subjects. A minimum of grade O6/H7 must be obtained in English or Irish. A grade O6/H7 must be obtained in Mathematics.
 

The certificate of your English language standard must have been issued within 2 years of the expected start date of your course.  As a guide, the IELTS English language requirements are as follows:
 

The cost of studying at National College of Ireland varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition.The tuition fees for this program is To Be Confirmed.

There has been significant growth in information technology in Ireland and there is a current shortage of IT graduates. This course will equip you with the technical knowledge and business skills to build a successful career in information technology, specifically in a technical support role.