BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

Bachelor of Science (Honours)Information Technology
Code:
WD131
Delivery:
Full Time
Level:
8
Campus:
Cork Road
Duration:
1 year
Credits:
60 ECTS
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What is the BSc (Hons) in Information Technology course?

The BSc (Hons) in Information Technology is a one year programme, which provides students with design, development and management perspectives on specific areas of the ICT sector like: Data Warehouses, Web Systems, E-Learning Applications, Database Administration, Networks and Security.

The course adopts a practical approach to learning that will stimulate the curiosity of students and encourage them to become self-reliant autonomous and reflective learners. Graduates from this course would be expected to be equipped with the skills to gain employment in  a variety of ICT related areas or pursue further educational opportunities.

Themes

In this course, you will study the following areas:

  • Data Warehousing & Database Administration
  • Information Systems
  • Networks
  • Security
  • Web Services
  • Business Intelligence      
Year 1
Semester 1Semester 2
Business Intelligence and Data WarehousingChoose five of the following electives:
Cloud Computing 1*Business Intelligence Visualisation
Network and System Security *Cloud Computing
Project Management *Computer Forensics
Choose one of the following electives:*Database Administration
*Project 1 (Development)*IT Operations Management
*Project 2 (Research)*Knowledge Systems Engineering and the Semantic Web
Choose one of the following electives:
*Project 2 IT (Prototyping)
*Project 2 IT (Research)

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants should have successfully completed a BSc in Information Technology or equivalent to apply for this course.

Advanced Entry

Graduates from an ordinary degree (level 7) in any computing discipline may apply for this course.

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Course Opportunities 

  • Database Administrator
  • Information Systems Manager
  • Network Manager
  • Security Analyst
  • Web Services Developer
  • Data Analytics Architect
  • E-Learning Designer

Past graduates have found employment providingcomputing facilities in the following areas:

  • Banking

  • Services

  • Pharmaceutical

  • Manufacturing

  • Civil Service

 

Follow on Study

Students who complete this course may avail of the taught or research masters programme (MSc) in the area. On completion of an MSc students will have the opportunity to pursue a PhD programme.

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