DK820 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computing in Games Development

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

234

Down 44 points since 2023 (278).

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About this course

DkIT's degree combines core computing with the creative and technical skills of making video games. You build up a portfolio of work throughout the course.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year includes programming, web development, databases, games theory, design and 3D modelling and animation. Later years cover object-oriented programming, character animation, sound design, 2D and 3D game engine development, game physics and UX design. Final year has specialist options and a team project to build a substantial game.
Placement and abroad
In the second semester of third year you do at least 15 weeks of work placement, or a semester abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as game engine developers, game designers, shader programmers, UI and UX designers, software testers, mobile and full stack developers and AI developers.
Who it suits
Suits students who love games and want to learn both the programming and the design side of making them.

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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
2026234Published after the final round
2025 256288376
2024 279279357
2023 278278377

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 H6 or Ordinary O3
  • 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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