DB500 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computing

Dublin Business School · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

244

Down 125 points since 2023 (369).

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About this course

This is a four-year honours degree in computing at Dublin Business School. It is for students who are technically minded or interested in how computing is used in business.

How long
4 years
What you study
You build a base in core computing and information systems, then can specialise in areas such as web and mobile, data analytics, software development, databases and security. Teaching mixes online and in-person classes. In final year you complete a capstone project.
Placement and abroad
The course includes a work placement in an IT role.
Where it can lead
Graduates can go into a range of IT roles or continue to further study.
Who it suits
Suits students who like problem solving and technology and want a mix of coding and business skills.

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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

2023369202441120253982026244

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026244Published after the final round
2025 398293398
2024 411309398
2023 369306373

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

  • A language or Irish or English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O5

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

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