SE600 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computer Science

South East Technological University - Waterford · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

306

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About this course

A common-entry computer science honours degree in Waterford. You study the basics first and choose a specialism after Year 1.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year focuses on programming, with some maths and physics. From Year 2 you follow a stream such as Automotive and Automation Systems, Computer Forensics and Security, Cloud and Networks, Games Development or Internet of Things. Software development runs through every year.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you do a work placement or study abroad, and most students find paid work.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work as software developers, cloud or DevOps engineers, web developers, system support engineers or IT consultants, or go on to a Master's.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy programming and problem solving and want to decide on a specialism later.

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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
2026306Published after the final round
2025 309309414
2024 309309419
2023 306306399

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

  • Chemistry: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Physics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O3

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

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