Certificate In Computer Science

The Computer Science Course consists of the following modules*:

• Computer Programming
• Software Architecture
• Programming Design Principles
• Teamworking 
• Work Experience
• Database Methods
• Web Authoring
• Mathematics

* Modules subject to change

It is desirable that students should be of Leaving Certificate Standard or have achieved an Applied Leaving Certificate with Distinction. Portlaoise Institute welcomes applications from mature students. Mature students are assessed on their merits and do not require the above qualifications. 

All students are required to complete an assessment before commencing a Further Education course in Portlaoise Institute. This assessment confirms if the student has the required level of English and Maths (if applicable) to complete a Level 5 course. 

The ICT sector is booming at the moment.  As a result there is a shortage of Computer Science graduates in Ireland.  This course serves as an excellent springboard to a qualification and a career in the IT sector.

Here are examples of courses students can progress to based on successful completion: 

Examples of courses you can progress to:

*Places are not guaranteed in these institutes and are subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please consult the individual college websites for more information on application. Information available also at www.cao.ie

Darren Stones

Email: dstones@loetb.ie