DK723 · Level 7 · 3 years

Computing in Development and Operations Engineering

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

231

Down 17 points since 2023 (248).

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About this course

This Level 7 computing degree combines software development with IT operations, using an approach called DevOps.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 builds foundations in programming, web development, Linux, networking and databases. Later years cover microservices, operating systems, deployment, automation and AI Ops, with a project each year. You use industry tools like Docker, Kubernetes and Terraform in small computer labs of around 20 students.
Placement and abroad
In year 3 you can do a 15 week work placement or study abroad with Erasmus.
Where it can lead
Roles include DevOps engineer, software developer, cloud engineer and systems administrator, with a route towards teaching computer science with a further postgraduate diploma in education, and you can progress to Year 4 of the BSc (Hons) in Computing in Development and Operations Engineering.
Who it suits
Suits students who like computers, systems and technical problem solving, and enjoy practical lab 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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026231Published after the final round
2025 AQAAQA329
2024 190190350
2023 248270390

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

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

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

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