US828 · Level 8 · 4 years

Software Development and Games Programming

Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

270

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About this course

A Level 8 honours degree in Thurles where you learn software development by making games.

How long
4 years
What you study
You begin with programming, maths and web development. Later modules cover 2D and 3D game development, game design, graphics, game AI and physics, and networked and cross-platform games. Year 4 includes machine learning, cyber security and a game development project.
Placement and abroad
Year 3 has a paid six-month work placement.
Where it can lead
Careers include game developer, software developer and gameplay programmer, and you can go on to Level 9 and 10 postgraduate study.
Who it suits
Suits students who love games and want to learn to code them.

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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 230230357
2024 270270332
2023 260235335

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

  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3

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

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