AU360 · Level 8 · 4 years

Applied Computing

Atlantic Technological University - Donegal · Ulster

2026 Round 1 points

316

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

This four-year computing degree gives you a wide set of modern computing skills with a mix of lectures and practical work.

How long
4 years
What you study
You start with programming, maths for computing, computer architecture, web basics and databases. Later modules include Python scripting, cloud and mobile technologies, algorithms, networking and software implementation. It also covers data analytics and UX design.
Placement and abroad
Work placement is part of the course.
Who it suits
Suits students who like solving problems and want to learn to build software and web systems.

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About Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)

Computer science, cybersecurity, and software development

The study of technologies that enable the processing, storage, retrieval, and transmission of information. These programs encompass a broad range of topics, including computer science, information systems, software development, networking, cybersecurity, data analytics, and telecommunications. E.g. Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Software Development.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026316Published after the final round
2025 353353399
2024 308308395
2023 307307476

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

See the course on the Atlantic Technological University - Donegal website ↗

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