TU758 · Level 7 · 3 years

Digital Forensics and Cyber Security

Technological University Dublin - Blanchardstown · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

270

Down 48 points since 2023 (318).

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 computing degree focused on protecting systems and investigating cyber attacks. It is practical, with labs and Capture the Flag competitions.

How long
3 years
What you study
Years 1 and 2 cover programming, networking, web development and databases. You then move into network security, scripting, security architecture, digital forensics, cryptography and ethical hacking, with an introduction to AI for cybersecurity.
Placement and abroad
A work placement is optional, and students often take internships with cyber security companies.
Where it can lead
Roles include security analyst, security consultant and penetration tester, and you can progress to Year 4 of TU863 Digital Forensics and Cyber Security.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy puzzles and technology and like thinking about how systems can be attacked and defended.

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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
2026270Published after the final round
2025 270270379
2024 280280401
2023 318318418

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 or Irish: 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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