Computing with DevOps - Tallaght

What is Computing with DevOps?

With most technology organisations moving their delivery platforms to a DevOps approach the shortage of people with cross sectional skills in DevOps is now acute. Candidates can gain a full Masters of Science degree in this specialist area through a mixed learning process with an emphasis on practical application in the workplace. This course is delivered by TU Dublin with the content was determined in collaboration with Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet based on workshops with leading Technology Ireland Skillnet members such as Cisco, IBM, Ericsson and Fidelity.



The advantages of Development Teams and Operations Teams collaborating to improve the delivery of technology solutions has meant a rapid adoption of DevOps approaches to the Software Development Lifecycle. Closely associated with Lean and Agile concepts in enhancing the delivery of technology solutions, the DevOps approach has impacted very rapidly on the Technology industry.



Most existing DevOps ‘specialists’ grow or develop into their role with no formal standards or certification, and a modicum of training in the actual practice of cross functional DevOps practices. They may already be experienced, highly skilled, competent and high performers in their own field of Software Development, Computing, IT Management, or Quality Assurance but they can lack the knowledge and understanding of the other cross functional disciplines they now find themselves working with daily. Understanding not only the technical, but also the business and human factors at play during the high pressure demands of modern software delivery processes, is essential in the modern discipline of DevOps.

Year One

Semester 1

Business Technology Strategy [Mandatory]

Continuous Software Delivery [Mandatory]

IT Infrastructure and Automation [Mandatory]

Research Methods and Proposal Writing [Mandatory]

Research Project [Mandatory]



Semester 2

Enterprise Architecture Deployment [Mandatory]

Enterprise Architecture Design [Mandatory]

Human and Organisational Issues [Mandatory]

Minimum Entry Requirements?

Honours graduates (Level 8) with a major in a Computing or Information Technology, at a minimum award level of second class grade two honours are eligible for entry to the programme. Students with a lower grade of Level 8 award than a 2.2 and some years of suitable experience may also qualify for admission.



Honours graduates (Level 8) in equivalent cognate fields with an award at 2.2. or higher. Applicants who have an Honours Bachelor's Degree (Level 8) in an equivalent cognate field (e.g. Scientific, Mathematical, Engineering, or Business IS/MIS discipline), at a minimum award level of second class honours grade 2 (2.2), will be considered for entry if their prior experience is considered an adequate background to prepare them for the programme.



If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. Applicants for this programme should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component.

Applications for full-time and some part-time postgraduate programmes commencing in September 2026 are now open. Applications for the remaining part-time programmes will open in February 2026. Please check individual course pages for application details.

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, blended delivery.



F/T Schedule

This programme is delivered in the classroom and laboratories during the normal working week (Monday-Friday 9:00 - 18:00). Contact hours are up to 14 hours per week with significant additional self-study required.



P/T Schedule

This course is delivered online two evenings per week. An initial two day session is delivered in person at the start of each year. Some optional additional on campus events may also be held. There are two examinations which are generally held on campus over the period of the programme.

Commencement Date: September 2026.

What are my career opportunities?

With most technology organisations moving their delivery platforms to a DevOps approach the shortage of people with cross sectional skills in DevOps is now acute. Developed by industry as a direct response to this need this first-ever Master’s degree in DevOps aims to fill these important talent gaps and give credit, recognition and credibility to technologists working in this field.



The course will help to develop the DevOps professional who can balance the trade-offs between requirements and costs, understands the business needs and the importance of effective communication to stakeholders. In addition the DevOps professional will have an advanced understanding of:



• Security and how it must be pervasive

• How a systems design can impact on quality, deliver-ability and maintainability

• The particular requirements of different industries such as Banking, Trading, Security, Healthcare etc.

• Best practice in the area

• New and emerging technologies in the area