BSc in Applied Computing

Sully

BSc in Applied Computing - Level 8, Code: WD028 (Undergraduate)
Department of Computing, Mathematics and Physics.

What is the BSc(Hons) in Applied Computing?
It is a four year honours degree course. It is the oldest degree in WIT, and has a solid and unrivaled reputation in computing industry in Ireland. The main part of the programme equips you with strong programming/systems development/problem solving skills. You will choose an area of your choice depending on your interests. There ares are called streams and give you an opportunity to specialize in an area of your choice. Currently we have five streams on offer; there are:

• Computer Games
• Computer Forensics
• Information Systems
• Networks
• Embedded Systems (incl. automotive software)

As new and exciting areas emerge, we design streams to address these areas so these lists may have even more choice than is currently available.

What Topics will I study?
Year 1
Topics Include:

• Computing Essentials
• Programming
• Software Development
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Thinking & Learning Skills

Year 2
During year 2, students take one module from two streams. This gives you a taste of two different streams. At the end of second year, you will choose your stream of choice and take 2 modules in this area each semester for the remainder of the programme.

Year 3
Year 3 includes a 6-month work placement. This gives you the opportunity to get experience of the workplace. Students have found that this invaluable part of the programme.

Year 4
Year 4 features a major project. This allows you, the student to use the skills you have gained so far as well as the experience gained from work experience to produce a significant system which will again be tailored to your interests. The project will usually consist of the development of a system from the start. This could be, for instance the design and development of a multi-user game across a network, design and development of testing software for car components. You get the chance to challenge yourself in an area of your choice.

What areas do I work in?

• Software Development
• Games Programming
• Computer Forensics
• Automotive Software Development
• Network Management
• Education
• Research
• Project Management

What follow on study opportunities are available?
Students who successfully complete the BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing may avail of a range of taught and research masters programmers (MSc). On completion of an MSc, students will have the opportunity to pursue a PhD programme.

Are there any minimum entry level requirements?
Total number of different subjects at grade D or better: 6
Total number at higher level grade C or better (Honours): 2
Mathematics OB3/HD3 and English or Irish OD3/HD3 and English or Irish OD3/HD3 are required subjects.

What points do I need to get?
The points required for this course in 2007 were 300.
The points required for this course in 2006 were 290.
The points required for this course in 2005 were 300.

How do I find out more?
Ask here, someone might be able to answer your questions. Otherwise, contact WIT by emailing schoolsliaison@wit.ie, calling 051 845533 or download a prospectus on www.wit.ie.

Programme Leader:
Ms. Mairead Meagher
www.wit.ie/wd028

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