AU956 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computer Networks and Cyber Security

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

300

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

A Level 8 honours computing degree focused on the networks that move data around the internet, and on keeping them secure.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 is shared with all computing degrees. Year 2 covers networks, databases, Linux, signals and systems and cloud computing. Year 3 includes a team project building real IT infrastructure. Year 4 covers machine learning, AI, advanced networking and cloud, plus an individual project. You use real networking equipment in labs.
Placement and abroad
A minimum 12-week work placement in Year 3.
Where it can lead
There is a shortage of cyber security professionals.
Who it suits
Suits students who like hands-on technical work with equipment and are curious about how the internet and security work.

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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

2023300202430820253002026300

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026300Published after the final round
2025 300300379
2024 308308378
2023 300300372

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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