Course Aim
Pre-University Computing students gain a blend of skills that is essential in supporting, developing and maintaining IT infrastructure. This course includes a broad range of concepts in IT including; programming, software applications, web design and networks. This equips the learner with the necessary skills and knowledge required to progress to a degree programme in this area.
Learners will complete a combination of the following:
- Mobile Technologies
- Fundamentals of Object Orientated Programming
- Software Architecture
- Maths for IT
- Work Experience
- Database Methods
- Web Authoring
- Computer Systems Hardware
- Spreadsheet Methods
- Desktop Publishing
- Networking Essentials
Qualification Obtained
QQI Level 5 Major Award (5M0529) in Software Development
Entry Requirements
All our Level 5 PLC courses are open to school leavers (Leaving Cert/ Leaving Cert Applied Students/A Levels/GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates and mature applicants. A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Higher Education
AIT | Software Design with Mobile Apps and Connected Devices | Level 8
DKIT | BSc (Hons) in Computing| Level 8
NUIG | Education (Computer Science & Mathematical Studies)| Level 8
NUIM | Robotics & Intelligent Devices | Level 8
TU Dublin | Computer Science | Level 8
UCC | Business Information Systems| Level 8
UCC | Computer Science | Level 8
UCD | Computer Science | Level 8
Career Prospects
Following the successful completion of the Pre-University Arts programme, you may progress to a degree which can lead to a career in:
- Software Engineering
- Networking
- IT & Cyber Security
- Cloud Computing
- Web Development
- IT Consultancy
- Mobile App Development
- Robotics
Student Services Costs: €200
Government Levy (PPC): €200
The following categories of participant are exempt from paying the Government Levy (PPC):
- Full medical Card holders in their own right and their dependent children
- Those who are eligible under the student grant scheme
- Those in receipt of the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
QQI Certification Charge:
- QQI Level 5 €50
- QQI Level 6 €80
Fees charged by professional bodies - These will be outlined under Additional fees for applicable courses.
Additional costs which may include: Books, uniforms, equipment and trips.