Computer Science for Teachers - Thurles Campus

This programme will support teachers who wish to upskill in Computer Science providing them with the formal qualification to add to their existing recognised teaching subjects. The programme aims to develop and foster learners' creativity and problem solving, along with their ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Learners will apply the fundamental practices and concepts of Computer Science and develop an appreciation of the diverse role of computing technology in society and the environment in which they live. This programme will nurture learners' interests and passions and empower them to engage confidently and actively in the application of Computer Science and the education of others.

What modules will I study?

Content

Coding and Computational Thinking
10 credits
This module will provide learners with the knowledge and skills to teach coding and computational thinking using project based learning techniques. The core strands of this module include problem solving, coding concepts and application development.

Web Development
5 credits
The module will develop the knowledge, skills sets and competencies of learners in the area of Website Design and Development.

Coding for Embedded Systems
10 credits
This module will provide learners with an opportunity to examine the design and development of applications for embedded systems.

Computer Systems and Networks
5 credits
This module will explore key computer systems and networking concepts including computer architecture, storage, data communications and network models.

(a) A minimum PASS honours bachelor degree (Level 8) in a cognate discipline or

(b) A minimum PASS honours bachelor degree (Level 8) in a non-cognate discipline with considerable experience and/or ability evidenced by an RPL portfolio of prior experience and learning

or

(c) Equivalent Qualifications. Applicants with equivalent qualifications on the European and International frameworks will also be considered. International students must evidence a proficiency in English language (IELTS 6.0).

Application Deadline
Monday 6th September 2021 - final closing date

1 year

Location: Thurles

Are there opportunities for further study?
Postgraduate Diploma of Science in Computing - (Computer Science for Teachers) (Level 9 – 60 credits)

https://lit.ie/en-ie/courses/master-of-science-in-computer-science-for-teac-(1)

Master of Science in Computing - (Computer Science for Teachers) (Level 9 – 90 credits)

https://lit.ie/en-ie/courses/master-of-science-in-computer-science-for-teachers

What are the career prospects?
This programme has been designed to facilitate teachers to upskill in a new cognate area in parallel with their teaching workload. The individual modules have been designed specifically with the teacher and their students in mind to ensure that the content, learning outcomes and assessment are appropriate and relevant to the educational context. The concept of the teacher as a researcher underpins every aspect of the programme, as teachers will be required to engage with emerging trends and best practice, from a subject content perspective as well as the incorporation of that content in the classroom.