DK725 · Level 7 · 3 years

Computing in Cybersecurity and Computing Infrastructure

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

217

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About this course

This is a three-year Level 7 degree in cybersecurity and computer systems. You learn to build, secure and test networks and systems.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers programming, Linux, networking, databases and web development. Year 2 adds systems administration, cryptography, forensic computing and wireless security. Year 3 includes cloud security, penetration testing and incident response, and a group project where you build an infrastructure and then attack and defend it.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you do a one-semester work placement or a semester abroad through Erasmus+.
Where it can lead
Roles include penetration tester, security analyst, network security engineer, forensic investigator and systems administrator, and you can progress to Year 4 of the Level 8 BSc (Hons) (DK825).
Who it suits
Suits students who like problem solving, enjoy computers and networks and are curious about how systems get attacked and protected.

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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

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026217Published after the final round
2025 Not offered under this code
2024 Not offered under this code
2023 Not offered under this code

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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