TU857 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computer Science (Infrastructure)

Technological University Dublin - Grangegorman · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

351

Down 90 points since 2023 (441).

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About this course

A practical TU Dublin degree in Grangegorman focused on software development plus the networks, systems and cloud infrastructure that run modern technology.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year starts with building a PC, programming, operating systems and network fundamentals. Later years cover databases, web development, cloud computing, DevOps, mobile development and cybersecurity. Final year includes advanced security, systems integration and a final year project, with electives such as machine learning, games engines and IoT.
Placement and abroad
In third year you can apply for a work placement in the IT industry or an international exchange for the second semester.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as software engineers and developers, systems administrators, virtualisation engineers, IT security specialists and database administrators.
Who it suits
Suits students who like taking technology apart to see how it works and want hands-on computing skills.

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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
2026351Published after the final round
2025 351346401
2024 410410444
2023 441441465

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 O4

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

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