Program Overview

Networking Applications & Services

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Networking Applications & Services is a one-year, NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications) Level-8, honours degree course. Graduates of this course will be key players in IT (information technology) and communications network management teams.

Course Description

This course provides a solid grounding in the principles of network security and distributed systems, mobile applications, system administration, software development, and M2M (Machine-to-Machine) technology, together with knowledge of management, marketing and law. A significant technical project will complement students’ academic learning outcomes and ensure that on graduation they can immediately apply their skills.

Modules

• Year One
  • Semester 1
    • Business & Management Studies [Mandatory]
    • Cybersecurity Operations [Mandatory]
    • Mobile Applications [Mandatory]
    • Open Source Software [Mandatory]
    • Software Development [Mandatory]
    • The Internet of Things [Mandatory]
  • Semester 2
    • Embedded Systems Connectivity [Mandatory]
    • GUI Design and Database Connectivity [Mandatory]
    • Project [Mandatory]

Minimum Entry Requirements

Minimum NFQ Level 7 (Ordinary Degree) in a computer networking (e.g. TU716 – Networking Technologies) or engineering (e.g. TU714 – Electronics & Communications Engineering) or cognate scientific discipline or equivalent.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency.

Career Opportunities

The Expert Group on Future Skills Needs (EGFSN)/Forfás report for 2013 has identified an increasing demand in the ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) sector for highly skilled professionals, particularly at NFQ Level-8. Every industry now requires professionals with IT skills, so whether you work in a dedicated ICT company (many of the world’s top ICT companies are already located here), or the IT department of a company in another industry, career opportunities are many and varied.

Progression

As with any student holding a level-8 degree, opportunities exist nationally and internationally for progression to higher levels of study and post-graduate research.

Award Details

• TU Code: TU819
• NFQ Level: Level 8
• Award Type: Major
• Award: Bachelor of Science (Honours)
• Duration: 1 year
• Number of Places: 20
• Location: Grangegorman

Fees

• EU Fees
• Non-EU Fees