BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development

Bachelor of Science (Honours)Software Systems Development
Code:
WD068
Delivery:
Full Time
Level:
8
Campus:
Cork Road
Duration:
1 year
Credits:
60 ECTS
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What is the BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development course?

The BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development aims to produce graduates with the necessary skills to function as a core (or sole) member of a team that design, develop, test and cloud-deploy applications, and services for mobile and web platforms using a range of frameworks and tools.

This add-on degree offers the choice of four elective streams for which the student has a choice of one (European Languages, Database Administration, Software Business or Psychology). This gives students the opportunity to specialise in another area as they study the course, enhancing their qualification.

Entry Requirements
Applicants should have successfully completed a BSc in Software Systems Development (Level 7) or equivalent to apply for this course.

Progression and Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the BSc (Hons) in Software Systems Development may avail of a range of taught and research masters programmes (MSc) at WIT or another Higher Education Institution. They may also find employment in the following roles: Analyst/Programmer, Applications Programmer, Computer Sales Support, Database Administrator Information Technology Consultant, Software Engineer, Software Trainer, Systems Designer, Systems Programmer.

Year 1
Semester 1Semester 2
Agile Software DevelopmentApplication Security
Business Analytics Business Analytics 2
Enterprise Systems ArchitectureDistributed Systems
Web App Development 2Choose one of the following electives:
Choose one of the following electives:*French Language Level B2.3
*French Language Level B2.2*German B1.3
*German Language Level B1.2*German Level B1.4
*German B1.3*Management Psychology
*Introduction to Cognition and Perception*Project 2 (Development)
*Project 1 (Development)*Project 2 (Research)
*Project 2 (Research)*Technology Commercialisation
*Project Management
* = Elective

The minimum entry requirements are a relevant degree in computing.

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Career Opportunities

  • Mobile App Developer
  • Programmer/Analyst
  • Database Developer
  • Database Administrator
  • Web Developer
  • SAP Specialist
  • Business Analyst

Graduates have found employment in the following companies

  • Google
  • Done Deal
  • SAP
  • IBM
  • Ericsson
  • Sun Life Finanical


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