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Faculty of Science & Engineering :
Computer Science & Software Engineering
MH203 - BSc (Level 8 Honours)
Entrance requirements |
2HC3 + 4OD3, English, Irish, OB3/HD3 in Mathematics |
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Duration |
4 years |
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Points 2009 |
350 |
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FETAC link |
Yes |
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Course Outline |
First Year
- Introduction to Programming - Introduction to Computer Science - Introduction to Computer Systems
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Second Year
- Algorithms and Data Structures - Software Testing - Operating Systems - Computer Architecture - Communication Skills - Discrete Structures - Web Information Processing - Software Engineering and Software Process - Calculus - Linear Algebra - Databases |
Third Year
- Programming Languages and Compilers - Empirical Software Engineering - Computer Networks - Team Project - Software Design - Software Verification - Industrial Work Placement* |
Fourth Year
- Final Year Project
Optional Modules Include: - Computer Vision - Audio & Speech Processing - Music Programming - Machine Learning and Neural Networks - Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing - Cryptography - Advanced Concepts in Computer Science - Parallel and Distributed Systems - Neurocomputation - Programming Language Design - Numerical Computation - Robotics - Computer Graphics |
*This degree offers the student the chance to undertake relevant paid work experience.
Our modern world is run on computing power. PCs, mobile phones, telecoms networks, medical equipment, air traffic control, satellite navigation – hardly any area of 21st century life is untouched by computers. As a student, you will have access to Maynooth's state-of-the-art computer labs as you acquire theoretical knowledge of the fundamental principles of computer science and software engineering, along with the ability to apply these principles in practice using modern tools and methodologies.
You will study all the essentials of computers and software, as well as key areas in mathematics, business, and organisational studies. You will participate in extensive supervised practical work, including a six-month placement in industry. You will acquire hands-on programming skills and advanced problem-solving techniques, and you will learn to think logically and analytically when approaching complex issues. You will also develop your creativity and communication skills.
Course Structure
Computer Science and Software Engineering is taken as a Single Honours Bachelor of Science degree.
In First Year, students take Computer Science, Mathematics, and two other subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Experimental Physics, or Mathematical Physics. In Second Year, students take Computer Science related topics and two Mathematics modules. In Third Year and Fourth Year, students take Computer Science and Software Engineering topics. In Third Year, students must complete an industrial work placement of at least six months in duration.
Career Options
As the Government works to position Ireland as a 'knowledge economy', IT skills are in high demand. Career opportunities are many and varied, and include work in areas such as graphical interface design, medical imaging, video-based information systems, multimedia systems development, electronic publishing, computer-assisted translation, e-learning systems development, games development, website design and development, and software development. IT skills are also in demand in non-computing industries, such as financial services, business and administration, health services, and the automobile and aeronautics sectors.
Postgraduate Options
- MSc in Computer Science
- PhD in Computer Science
Department of Computer Science |
Phil Maguire Fax: 01 708 3848 www.cs.nuim.ie |