DC121 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computer Science

Dublin City University · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

443

Down 55 points since 2023 (498).

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About this course

DCU's Computer Science degree focuses on building software and systems, with strong links to AI, cloud computing and cybersecurity and a big emphasis on hands-on projects.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers programming, computer systems, operating systems, networks, web design and IT maths. Second year moves on to data structures and algorithms, databases, DevOps and full-stack development. Later years include machine learning, AI, cryptography and security, compilers, software engineering and a final project.
Placement and abroad
Students complete a paid six-month INTRA work placement in third year.
Where it can lead
Careers include software engineer, app or web developer, cloud developer, cybersecurity engineer, AI engineer, systems analyst, software tester and computer studies teacher.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy problem-solving and logic and want to spend a lot of time coding and building things.

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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

2023498202449820254872026443

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026443Published after the final round
2025 487487520
2024 498498520
2023 498498532

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 H6 or Ordinary O4

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

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