US712 · Level 7 · 3 years

Software Design with Artificial Intelligence for Cloud Computing

Technological University of the Shannon - Athlone · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

250

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 degree at TUS Athlone in software design, with a focus on cloud computing and artificial intelligence.

How long
3 years
What you study
Common first-year modules cover software development, web apps with AI, maths, connected devices, and game development. Later you study agile methods, cloud software development, databases, web development, networks and software engineering. You may be able to change specialisation going into year two if you have the required points.
Placement and abroad
You complete a work placement in year three, locally or abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates can become game developers, software designers, database programmers or administrators, and can apply for the BSc (Hons) in Software Design with Artificial Intelligence for Cloud Computing.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy coding and building software, and want to work with cloud systems.

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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
2026250Published after the final round
2025 250250487
2024 270270431
2023 250250412

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

  • Physics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Physics/Chemistry: 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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