US824 · Level 8 · 4 years

Computer Engineering with Cybersecurity and Networks

Technological University of the Shannon - Athlone · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

302

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

A Level 8 honours degree in Athlone on computer networks, cloud systems and cyber security.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 includes network infrastructure, electronics, telecommunications, maths and software development. Later years cover cyber security, wireless networks, network security, automation, scripting and cloud infrastructure, with a year-long network project in Year 4. Labs use real network equipment, simulators and remote labs.
Placement and abroad
Year 3 has an industry placement.
Who it suits
Suits students who like hands-on technology, maths and working out how networks fit together.

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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
2026302Published after the final round
2025 315378378
2024 423423466
2023 300298380

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

  • Modern Greek: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Polish: 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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