AU955 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computing

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

304

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

A Level 8 honours computing degree with a lot of time in computer labs. It starts with a first year shared across all ATU Sligo computing degrees.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers programming, maths, computer systems and networking, web and app design, and user experience. Year 2 adds cloud computing (with Amazon Web Services certification) and databases, and you choose networking or software electives. Year 3 has a team project. Year 4 covers machine learning, AI, advanced networking and cloud, and an individual project.
Placement and abroad
A 12-week work placement in Year 3. Over 70% of students get jobs directly from their placement.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy problem solving on computers and building things hands-on.

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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
2026304Published after the final round
2025 308308400
2024 307309376
2023 308308431

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 or Foundation F2

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

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