DN201 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computer Science

University College Dublin (NUI) · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

510

Down 50 points since 2023 (560).

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About this course

UCD Computer Science covers the core of the subject alongside the languages and tools used in industry. It is a common entry course with a choice of specialism at the end of second year.

How long
4 years
What you study
First and second year cover programming in C, Java and Python, maths for computing, software engineering projects, data structures, algorithms, databases, networks and operating systems. You then choose Computer Science, Computer Science with Data Science and AI, or Computer Science with Cybersecurity. Specialist topics include graphics, game development, robotics and mobile development.
Placement and abroad
You can apply for a 5.5-month industry placement in third year or a shorter summer placement, and can study abroad for a trimester.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as software developers, web developers, database designers, network engineers, systems administrators and IT consultants, or go on to postgraduate study.
Who it suits
Suits logical thinkers who enjoy maths and problem solving.

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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
2026510Published after the final round
2025 542540565
2024 542533577
2023 560558589

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: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H6 or Ordinary O2

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

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