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Course Overview
Description:
A QQI Level 5 course in Software Development and Criminology combines the technical skills of programming and software design with the analytical study of criminal behaviour and justice systems. This unique interdisciplinary programme is designed for students interested in applying technology to fields such as cybersecurity, digital forensics, criminal justice, and data analysis, while also providing a foundation for further study in either software development or criminology.
This course is ideal for school leavers or mature learners interested in technology and its application in addressing crime and security challenges. It requires no prior programming or criminology experience, making it accessible to those looking to explore both fields.
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PROGRAMME OF STUDY*
• Criminology
• Criminal Law
• Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming
• Software Architecture
• Maths for Information Technology
• Teamworking
• Work Experience
• Web Authoring
• Programming and Design Principles
* Modules subject to change
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Although many graduates of this programme progress onto further study, there are some entry Level roles that graduates may be considered for. These include entry Level
positions in QA Games testing, IT Assembly and Print Sales and Service roles.
HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION*
South East Technological University:
• SE600 Computer Science -Common Entry (Waterford) (Level 8)
• SE614 Information Technology Management (Carlow) (Level 7)
• SE615 Computing in Interactive Digital Art & Design (Carlow) (Level 7)
Technological University Dublin
• TU850 Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Level 8)
University College Cork (UCC):
• CK118 Digital Humanities and Information Technology (Level 8)
Atlantic Technological University (ATU)
• AU362 Cyberpsychology (Level 8)
COURSE COORDINATOR
Jane Jordan
Phone 057 8630157 or email jjordan@loetb.ie