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MSc COMPUTER SCIENCE (APPLIED)

Qualification : MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE

Award Type and NFQ level : TAUGHT MASTERS (9)

CAO/PAC code : MHG68

CAO Points :

Closing Date : 30 June 2024

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The MSc in Computer Science (Applied) offers students with degrees that include three years of Computer Science a personalised programme of advanced CS modules to enhance their knowledge and fit their strengths. Furthermore, students deepen their research and practical skills through a project and dissertation plus an industrial work placement meaning they will get the opportunity to apply the skills from the lecture hall and the research laboratory in a real industrial environment. This will be a key part of their training and enhance their employment prospects following their graduation.

Commences
September

A 3-year degree in computer science (2H2) or an equivalent amount of computer science as part of a degree in a cognate subject.

Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.

Minimum English language requirements:

Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here. The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and International applicants.

Maynooth University's TOEFL code is 8850

 

Joe Duffin

Academic

Department of Computer Science


Department of ALL Institute

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Academic

Department of Computer Science


Department of ALL Institute


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The course lasts two years. In year one, students will do 12 taught modules selected to complement their previous experience and knowledge. In year 2, semester 1 consists of an advanced module in programming plus a choice of optional modules. In addition, student undertake a major individual software project and preparation for work placement. In semester 2, students are placed within software companies to gain at least six months of relevant work experience.

Course Duration: 2 years Full-time

Graduates of the MSc in Computer Science (Applied) will be well placed to obtain positions in the software industry as programmers, designers and developers. In addition they will have an all-round qualification in computer science that makes them eligible for a wide range of computer-related positions.

Online application only www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity

PAC Code
MHG68

The following documents should be forwarded to PAC, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway or uploaded to your online application form:

Certified copies of all official transcripts of results for all non-Maynooth University qualifications listed MUST accompany the application. Failure to do so will delay your application being processed. Non-Maynooth University students are asked to provide two academic references and a copy of birth certificate or valid passport.

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