Software Development - Galway

This course provides you, as a Level 8 graduate, with an entry path into careers in computing and it includes a placement in the IT industry. There is the assumption behind the course that Level 8 graduates from other disciplines will already have developed significant transferable skills in analysis, communications and independent learning and that graduates are in a position to quickly learn a focused subset of computing knowledge at Level 8.



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for graduates from non-computing backgrounds seeking the skills and knowledge to start a career in the IT industry.

Modules

Object Oriented Software Development

Computer Architecture and Technology Convergence

Web Application Development

Database Design and Development

Network Technologies

Software Design and Data Structures / Project

Mobile Applications Development

Operating Systems and Cloud Computing

Computational Thinking with Algorithms

Agile Software Development

Work Placement/ Internship

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

1 year or 18 months or 2 years full-time/part-time online delivery.

Start Date: September 2025.