Higher Diploma in Science in Computing
The Higher Diploma in Science in Computing is a Level 8 course. The course will teach you the computing fundamentals, complemented with detailed knowledge, problem-solving and specialised technical skills required for designing, developing and deploying software.
The course offers a specialisation in Software Development in the second semester.
Students who successfully complete this course will be eligible to progress to a Master’s programme (Level 9) in a specialised area of computing such as MSc in Data Analytics, MSc in Cybersecurity, MSc in Cloud Computing, MSc in Fintech, MSc in Artificial Intelligence and MSc in Artificial Intelligence for Business.
Note that a minimum of three years relevant work experience in industry is required to be eligible for the MSc in Artificial Intelligence for Business.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Students who successfully complete this course will be eligible to progress to a Master’s programme (Level 9) in a specialised area of computing such as MSc in Data Analytics, MSc in Cybersecurity, MSc in Cloud Computing and MSc in Fintech.
Graduates may also avail of entry-level tech related positions, depending on the selected stream, such as mobile application designer/developer; cloud application developer; cloud solutions architect; software developer; system and network administrator; IT infrastructure implementation, installation, support and helpdesk specialist; IoT software developer; entry-level cybersecurity engineer; cybersecurity tester; computer forensics examiner; software tester; quality assurance software tester; and test architect
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- IELTS requirement – 6.0. View our English language Requirements for further information.
- HSC XII (all State boards): Overall average of 70% or above Year 1 of Bachelors degrees
- A recognised International Foundation course from an Irish/UK institution or an Indian institution following a validated Irish/UK syllabus. Entry requirements vary but we normally ask for between 60% and 65% Year 1 of Bachelors degrees
- Irish/UK Higher National Diploma (HND) with Distinctions and Merits Possibly year 2 of Bachelors degrees
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
12000 EUR
Average Cost of Living: 10500 EUR /year
Application Fee: N/A