BSc (Hons) in Computing Science drafted

Program Overview

Griffith College's BSc (Hons) in Computing Science equips students with the latest technological skills and practical experience in emerging areas like cloud computing and software development. The program boasts a 100% employment record, modern facilities, and a dedicated faculty. Graduates are prepared for exciting careers in the ever-growing IT industry, with opportunities for progression onto postgraduate computing courses.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Preparation for a Career in Computing:

This exciting Level 8 Bachelor's Degree equips students with the latest technological developments, practical work experience, and specialization opportunities in emerging areas like cloud computing, games development, network management, and software development.

Objective:

The program aims to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary for an exciting career in the ever-growing IT field.

Key Features:

• Highly sought-after skills developed
• Specialization options in four key emerging areas
• 100% employment record for a sample of 35 graduates (class of 2017)
• Allows progression onto various postgraduate computing courses at Griffith College
• Modern facilities
• A dedicated and experienced lecturing team
• Industry guest speakers
• Foundations of Computing: Gain a solid understanding of the mathematical concepts used in computing.
• Effective Learning and Development: Acquire the academic support and development skills needed for successful completion of the program.
• Systems Analysis & Design 1: Gain awareness of current technologies, literature, and research in the area of systems analysis and development, focusing on applying principles to both current and developing technologies.
• Operating System Design: Explore advanced concepts in operating system design, including concurrency, multiprocessing, and resource management.
• Software Development 1: Complete a large software development project, gaining experience in source code management utilizing version control systems like Git and GitHub.

Stage Two:

• Object Orientated Programming: This module provides comprehensive analysis of object-oriented programming, emphasizing good software engineering skills and their application.
• System Analysis & Design 2: Learn the fundamental concepts of object-oriented program design and modeling using UML.
• Relational Databases: Gain theoretical and practical knowledge of relational database design and implementation using SQL, managing databases efficiently.
• Software Development 2: Build on knowledge and skills from Software Development 1, focusing on software testing and testing suites while developing a team software project using requirements analysis.
• Server-side Web Development: Learn the fundamentals of dynamic, database-driven web development using server-side scripting and database integration, gaining experience in developing complex web applications.
• Linear Algebra: Enhance existing mathematical knowledge with concepts relevant to computer science.

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary across modules but can include:

• Exams: Testing knowledge and understanding of key concepts.
• Coursework: Assignments, essays, and projects demonstrating problem-solving and application of skills.
• Group projects: Collaborative work on real-world problems, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
• Presentations: Demonstrating research, analysis, and communication skills.

Teaching:

Teaching methods:

• Lectures: Providing foundational knowledge and exposure to new concepts.
• Laboratory exercises: Hands-on experience with software tools and technologies.
• Guest lectures: Industry professionals sharing real-world insights and experiences.

Faculty:

• Highly qualified and experienced lecturers with strong industry and research background.

Careers:

Job opportunities:

• Exciting and diverse career possibilities in the IT industry.
• Potential roles include software developer, web developer, systems analyst, network administrator, IT consultant, and project manager.

Other:

Progression opportunities:

• Graduates can pursue various postgraduate computing courses offered by Griffith College, specializing in areas like network security, cloud computing, and big data management.

Work placement:

Contact details:

• Dublin campus: +353 1 415 0400
• Dublin City Centre campus: +353 1 415 0450
• Cork campus: +353 21 450 7027
• Limerick campus: +353 61 310 031