Program Overview

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Computing with Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence

Overview

Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence are cornerstones of the next wave in ICT. IDA Ireland is pursuing an AI Island strategy set to attract the brightest and best AI players to work in Ireland.

There is a skills gap in Ireland and internationally for Data Scientists with Computing and Business Intelligence skills. This four-year degree course, designed in consultation with major IT Companies such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft, SAP & IBM develops a unique mix of Computing, Business Intelligence and Data Science skills to address this gap.

Course Title

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing with Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence

TU Code

TU862

CAO Point Range 2024

244−455

NFQ Level

Level 8

Award Type

Major

Award

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

ECTS Credits

240

Duration

4 years

Number of Places

30

Location

Tallaght

Fees

EU Fees

Non-EU Fees

What is... Computing with Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence?

Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence are cornerstones of the next wave in ICT. IDA Ireland is pursuing an AI Island strategy set to attract the brightest and best AI players to work in Ireland.

There is a skills gap in Ireland and internationally for Data Scientists with Computing and Business Intelligence skills. This four-year degree course, designed in consultation with major IT Companies such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft, SAP & IBM develops a unique mix of Computing, Business Intelligence and Data Science skills to address this gap.

Study Abroad Opportunities

Students have the option of spending semester 6 abroad in one of our partner colleges/companies in Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, Spain and Mexico.

Work Placement

A six-month long internship in Year 3 is part of the course and is a real advantage giving you industry experience and contacts.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Requirements

• Minimum Number of Subjects: 6
• Minimum Grade in Maths: F2/O6/H7
• Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O6/H7

QQI/FET Requirements

• QQI/FET Award Required: Any full Level 5 or 6 award
• Additional Requirements:
  • Three distinctions plus a pass in:
    • B20029
    • C20139
    • C20174
    • C20175
    • N33029
    • 4N2138
    • 5N0554
    • 5N0556
    • 5N16654
    • 5N1833
    • 5N18396
    • 5N2066
    • 6N3395
  • OR
  • F2/O6/H7 in LC Maths

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6.0 overall (or equivalent).

Sample Timetable

Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course. Timetables are subject to change and up to date timetables will be provided to students on commencement.

What are my career opportunities?

Graduate Job Titles

• Data Scientist
• Intelligent Agent Developer
• Machine Learning Engineer
• Data Analyst
• Social Media Analyst
• Developer
• AI Consultant
• Support Engineer

Graduate Employers

• SAP
• Version1
• Bank of America Merrill Lynch
• IBM
• Microsoft
• Accenture
• Bearing Point
• Amazon AWS

Module Listing

Year One

• Applied Machine Learning [Mandatory]
• Information Management [Mandatory]
• Interactive Media Design & Visualisation [Mandatory]
• Project - Data Analytics [Mandatory]
• Social Media Analysis [Mandatory]

Year Two

• Applied Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning [Mandatory]
• Data Analysis and Programming [Mandatory]
• IT Governance and Quality [Mandatory]
• Project - Data Analytics Specialisation [Mandatory]

Year Three

• Advanced Database Technologies
• Discrete Mathematics 2
• Network Fundamentals
• Software Quality Assurance and Testing
• Client-Side Web Development
• Database Technologies

Year Four

• Cloud Services & Distributed Computing
• Data Analysis
• Big Data Technologies
• Operating Systems
• Server-Side Web Development

Advanced Entry

Advanced Entry applications are accepted to this course. To qualify for Advanced Entry applicants must be currently studying, completing, or have successfully completed, studies at Level 6, 7 or 8 in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or an equivalent, in a related area.

Progression

On graduation, you may continue to postgraduate study at TU Dublin or elsewhere.