US819 · Level 8 · 4 years

Software Development with Cyber Security

Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

272

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About this course

A Level 8 honours degree in Thurles that teaches software development with a strong focus on cyber security.

How long
4 years
What you study
You begin with programming, maths, web development and databases. Then you study networking, system administration, cyber security fundamentals and secure software development. Final-year topics include machine learning, mobile apps and cyber security analytics, plus a project.
Placement and abroad
Year 3 has a paid six-month work placement.
Where it can lead
Careers include cyber security analyst, software developer with a security focus, DevOps engineer and data analyst, and you can go on to Level 9 and 10 postgraduate study.
Who it suits
Suits students who like coding and problem solving, and are curious about hacking and how to defend against it.

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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
2026272Published after the final round
2025 234234329
2024 Not offered under this code
2023 Not offered under this code

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Subject requirements

  • Dutch: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Estonian: 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.

See the course on the Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles website ↗

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