Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Software Engineering
Why take this course?
Athlone Institute of Technology has offered a variety of computing/software engineering courses since the early 1980s. The focus of the institute is to develop courses that meet the ongoing demand from industry for technical expertise both within the BMW region, nationally and internationally. The Institute has also facilitated students in developing their careers by providing a suite of high-quality qualifications ranging from Higher Certificate to doctoral degree level. This Bachelor of Engineering in Software Engineering aims to facilitate the demand from industry and meet the career needs of students from the BMW region and beyond.
Software Engineering is a fast growing and varied industry with increasing numbers of jobs available both at home and abroad. In addition there is a serious shortfall in the number of good Software graduates available to meet the needs of industry. The BEng in Software Engineering focuses on the practical skills required by industry now and prepares the student to adapt to the changing needs of industry.
What will I experience?
?The careful balance of theory and practice within the course is designed to make graduates fully prepared to enter the software industry and, in time, progress further in their career.
The major themes are:
- The Software Engineering Process and Project Management.
- Software Application Development with a particular emphasis on the Java programming language.
- Networks and Distributed Software Applications
What opportunities might it lead to?
The course incorporates the design,specification, implementation and testing of software solutions.
Students graduating from this course will be in a position to take up careers as web/cloud developers, software designers, database
programmers, software testers and administrators and technical salespersons.
It is expected that graduates from this course will find employment in a wide range of sectors including:
- Software Design Houses
- Financial institutions
- Local authorities/government departments
Additional Information
Accreditation:
Graduates of this programme are deemed eligible by the Teaching Council to apply for a Postgraduate Diploma in Education programme at Irish universities, recognised to teach the subject Computer Studies.
Assessment Information
?The course will be assessed using a variety of techniques including;
- Mini-projects,
- Presentations,
- Group work,
- Examinations,
- Multiple-choice tests,
- A large individual project.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
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
The Careers Office is focused on helping you reach your full potential through personal development, academic progression and preparing for your next steps once you graduate. While you are at AIT, we encourage you to make the most of your time and embrace all aspects of college life.
The Careers office offers the following:
Career advice and coaching
Help with compiling CVs and cover letters
Interview techniques and ‘mock’ interviews
Advice for students thinking of leaving their course
Employer recruitment programmes
Career Bootcamp series and Annual Careers & Further Study Fair
Job opportunities
Employer presentations and interviews
Postgraduate and further study opportunities
Scholarships and Internships
Summer work
Travelling and working abroad
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Application Procedures for Non-EU Students
Students applying for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate programmes should supply the following information directly to the International Office, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest on or before 1 May for programmes commencing in September:
Completed TUS application form;
Detailed curriculum vitae;
Certified transcripts of examination results and English language translations of qualifications not issued in English
Evidence of ability to follow classes in the English language (which must satisfy Institute entry requirements for the following programmes)
Foundation level programme: Certificate in English for Academic Studies: Minimum IELTS 4.5 or equivalent.
Pre-sessional Summer programme in English June to August: Minimum IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
Undergraduate programmes: Minimum IELTS 5.5 with no Band less than 5.0.
Postgraduate programmes: Minimum IELTS 6.0 with no Band less than 5.5 *
*note some postgraduate programmes require minimum IELTS 6.5.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
12500 EUR
Annual Cost of Living: 10500 EUR
Application Fee: N/A
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