Bachelor of Science (Honours) Applied Computing (Common Entry)

at Waterford Institute of Technology

Subject Areas 

In year 1 there is a strong focus on programming fundamentals to provide you with a solid background for later years. You will study mathematics and physics as a basic underpinning of computer science. You will be also introduced to fundamental computing concepts. In years 2, 3, and 4 you will take a specialism or `stream’. The `spine’ of the programme is software development and you will study programming modules right throughout your programme. 
 

• BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Automotive & Automation Systems)

• BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Cloud & Networks)

• BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Computer Forensics & Security)

• BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Internet of Things)

• BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Games Development)

Leaving Cert: Minimum entry requirements for Applied Computing (Common Entry):
 

• 2 subjects: H5

• 4 subjects: O6/H7

• English or Irish: O6/H7

• Mathematics: O3/H7

The fees for Bachelor of Science (Honours) Applied Computing (Common Entry) may vary from €10,000 to €25,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.
 

Study Abroad (Undergraduate level)
 

• Per Semester €5,000

Graduates of Applied Computing are well-positioned to undertake roles in many Information technology areas:
 

• Software Development

• Software Engineering

• Systems Architecture

• Developer Operations (DevOps)

• Cloud Engineer

• Web Developer

• System Support Engineer

• Infrastructure Management

• IT Consultancy