都柏林城市大学

INTRODUCTION

Computer Science DC121

Computing technology is all around us in our everyday lives. As intelligent, innovative and forward-thinking people continue to develop technology, it can help us to solve problems in a great range of applications (e.g. traffic circulation, climate modeling, the study of diseases, systems engineering, business modeling and ecology).

This degree prepares you for a career in computing and information technology. It gives you in-depth knowledge of software engineering and the practical skills to apply this knowledge to develop the technology behind computer games, mobile phones, the Internet, web applications, entertainment systems and many other computing-based products.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Your first year of the Computer Science course will be devoted to gaining a strong competence in computer programming and to acquiring essential mathematical skills. In subsequent years, specialisms in software engineering will equip you with the necessary skills to create software and innovative ways of using it. Examples include web applications, computer games, mobile applications and the software that is contained in the devices we use on a daily basis (e.g. mobile phones, entertainment systems and cars).

In Year Three, you’ll have the opportunity to spend six months on paid work placement. The INTRA programme integrates academic study with closely related jobs and will help you to stand out in the graduate employment market.

You’ll complete major projects in Years Three and Four. These projects provide an opportunity for you to put into practice the software development techniques studied in class. An annual display of the final-year students’ work will allow you to showcase your talents to the industrial and business communities. It also allows potential employers to experience the high standard and broad range of the development work carried out by you on the course. This is very popular with industry and draws many prospective employers keen to hire DCU graduates.

CAREERS

Career Areas

• Computing and Electronic Companies
• Finance Companies
• Self Employment

Career Prospects

• Software Engineers
• Programmers
• Systems Analysts
• Web Developers
• Cloud Computing Developers
• App Developers
• Technical Consultants
• Computer Studies Teachers (degree recognised by the Teaching Council)
• Some Computer Applications (Computer Science) graduates choose to start their own businesses, others begin careers as:

Career Tags

• App Developer
• Cloud Computing Developer
• Programmer
• Research and Development
• Software Engineer
• Systems Analyst
• Teaching
• Technology Consultant
• Web Developer