Qualification : BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
Award Type and NFQ level : UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE (8)
CAO/PAC code : MH603
CAO Points : 498
Closing Date : 01 July 2019
- Study Computer Science, Mathematics and Philosophy in an accelerated three-year Bachelor of Science degree.
- Learn how to combine human creativity with the power of computers to solve problems.
- The essentials of theoretical computer science and their mathematical foundations.
- You will have the option of undertaking a 1-year work placement or study abroad between 2nd and 3rd year (subject to availability).
- The essentials of theoretical computer science and their mathematical foundations.
Why choose this degree?
- Acquire hands-on programming skills, advanced problem-solving techniques, and learning to think logically and analytically when approaching complex problems developing your creativity and communication skills.
- Study Philosophy (seeking to understand and analyse human knowledge and thinking) and advanced mathematics.
- The Department of Computer Science at Maynooth University was founded in 1987 and is located in the Eolas Building, a €20M state-of-the-art ICT hub, which opened in 2015. Our new laboratories and equipment provide excellent facilities for practical work and all our courses include a mix of lectures and lab work.
- 4 modules in Computer Science
- 6 modules in Mathematics
- 2 modules in Philosophy
- 6 modules in Computer Science
- 4 modules in Mathematics
- 2 modules in Philosophy
You will have the option of undertaking a 1-year work placement or study abroad after 2nd year (subject to availability)
- 6 compulsory Computer Science and Mathematics modules
- 6 optional modules chosen from among the 3 core disciplines
Coding languages currently covered in the CT degree:
- First year - Python, Java, SQL
- Second year - C, R, Haskell
- Final year - Languages of choice in projects of choice
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Department of Electronic Engineering
Department of Hamilton Institute
Department of Computer Science
Department of Human Health Institute
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Department of Computer Science
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Department of National Centre for Geocomputation (NCG)
Department of Social Sciences Institute (MUSSI)
Department of Hamilton Institute
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Department of International
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| Subject | Required | Ordinary Level Grade | Higher Level Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | Yes | O6 | H7 |
| English | Yes | O6 | H7 |
| Language | No | N/A | N/A |
| Math | Yes | N/A | H2 |
| Science | No | N/A | N/A |
International & EU/EFTA Entry Requirements
Mature Students
Mature student applicants who have a disability
If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia), and require examination support for any required written tests, please submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2019 to the Access Office. Unfortunately we are unable to consider applications for alternative examination accommodation after this deadline.
01 February 2019
Additional Information
HEAR and DARE
The application process depends on the type of applicant you are. Click here for all information about how to apply.
Categories of applicant:
- School-leavers (Leaving Certificate students)
- Mature students (23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University/part-time degrees the mature age is 21)
- EU/EFTA/UK students
- International students (outside the EU)
- QQI (Further Education) students
- Transferring students
- Deferring students