GC435 · Level 7 · 3 years

Computing

Griffith College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

244

Up 118 points since 2023 (126).

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 degree in computing science. It gives you a base in the subject for a job in IT or for further study.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study programming, computer hardware, operating systems, web development, databases, data structures and algorithms. Later modules include networks, user interface programming, web technologies, Linux administration and a group project. Maths topics such as statistics and linear algebra are included too.
Where it can lead
Graduates can go into IT careers or progress to the BSc (Hons) in Computing Science at Griffith.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy coding and technology and want a shorter route into IT with the option to continue.

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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

2023126202412920251802026244

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026244Published after the final round
2025 180153372
2024 129129318
2023 126126310

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

  • A language or Irish or English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: 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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