AU676 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computing in Software Development

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

300

Down 62 points since 2023 (362).

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About this course

A degree for people who want to become software developers, taught in Galway. It centres on writing programs and solving real problems with computer science ideas.

How long
4 years
What you study
You learn programming in languages such as Java and C#, and also cover web and mobile apps, databases, networks, cloud computing and artificial intelligence. First year includes computer hardware, Unix, maths for computing and some graphic design. You can exit after two years with a Higher Certificate or after three with an ordinary degree.
Placement and abroad
Work placement is part of the course, and early modules prepare you for it.
Where it can lead
It can lead to a career as a software developer.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy problem solving, logic and building programs and apps.

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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
2026300Published after the final round
2025 321321401
2024 341341435
2023 362367434

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 or Foundation F2
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

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 - Galway / Mayo website ↗

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