The course is part-time and runs over two years. You will study one online module every eight weeks and, in addition, you will research and write a thesis during your second year. The course content is extensive and varied, and includes both mandatory and optional modules. These include:

Course Outline

Software Modules:

• Computer Architecture and Operating Systems [CORE]
• Fundamentals of Programming [CORE]
• Software Engineering [CORE]
• Object Oriented Programming [CORE]
• Object Oriented Design
• Distributed Systems and the Cloud
• Artificial Intelligence

Database Modules:

Thesis:

In second year, you will complete a thesis under an approved thesis advisor in the University of Galway IT Department.

To support work on the thesis, you must complete 2 modules CT6110 Thesis Fundamentals [5 ECTS] and CT626 Thesis [30 ECTS].

Why chose this course

Information Technology, in general, and software/database design and development, in particular, are one of the success stories in the Irish economy. This course will equip you to participate in this vibrant, international industry. Since IT is crucial in every sector, many of our graduates also have used the course for career advancement and progression within their current employment field.

Training Provider Profile

University of Galway has grown massively in size and reputation over the past 175 years, with a student population today of over 18,000.  According to QS World University Rankings, they are ranked 259 in the world and have been increasing their global reach and reputation over the past decade.