卡洛理工学院

What is the Course about?

This course is inspired by developments in computing such as Disruptive Innovation and Digital Transformation which has led to the creation of new markets and the displacement of established business models such as Netflix, Bitcoin and Spotify. This transformation requires established businesses to embrace digital technology across all areas of activity, while also creating space for the development of new and innovative models.

Course Structure

In Years 1 and 2, students will be introduced to core computing subjects along with modules in design and business. In Years 3 and 4, the course merges technical skills in high-level web and mobile application development, integrating social media applications, implementing cloud computing technologies with a focus on user interface design, informed business skills in data analytics, management and entrepreneurship.

Is this course for you?

If you are interested in how the world is using, changing and adapting to digital technologies, and would like to develop skills and knowledge in the areas of computing, the creative application of software and emerging technology, as well as business, design and entrepreneurship, Creative Computing and Digital Innovation might be the course for you.

Special Features:

• There is a practical focus across all modules, where students will follow a 'learning-by-doing' approach, this approach is reflected by continuous assessment replacing final year exams in Year 1.
• A collaborative environment is fostered with an emphasis on teamwork, group work and project work throughout the course.
• A dedicated Innovation Studio for 4th year students, provides a real-world working environment with industry links.
• Work placements are incorporated into Year 3 and are offered with leading national and international companies.
• Exit Awards: Higher Certificate in Computing (NFQ Level 6) after Year 2 and Bachelor of Science in Creative Computing and Digital Innovation (NFQ Level 7) after Year 3.