International Software Design (with International Placement) – BEng (Hons)

CAO Points: New for 2024
Campus: Athlone
years: 4

Course Code US918
Level 8
Course Type Undergraduate – CAO
Study Mode Full Time
Department Computer and Software Engineering

Course Overview

Software is driving the development of new, innovative applications and services that are transforming industries and improving people’s lives. The overall aim of the programme is to develop a high level of intellectual awareness and professional international based competence in the area of software development. In a sector such as software design the global nature of the industry requires an international focus.

With the adaption of Internet of Things Software Design has become a critical component of many global industries. Therefore, Software Engineers need to understand the needs and preferences of different cultures and be able to develop software that can be used by people from diverse backgrounds.

The programme offers an integrated an internationalised approach to delivering end to end software development skills. The focus on the practical problem-solving skills required for software developers. Programme participants will also gain an integrated and critical knowledge of the skills and particular technologies widely used in the industry today.

The strategic framework for European cooperation in education and training (ET 2020) provides common strategic objectives for EU Member States. For 2020, for Higher Education (HE) mobility the benchmark defined is that at least 20% of Higher Education graduates should have experienced a period of Higher Education related study or training (including work placements) abroad. The benefits of international study for students has long been established within the EU.

In Eastern Europe, students who have studied internationally are more than five times (83 %) less likely to experience long-term unemployment than those not participating in the programme. In Southern Europe, former Erasmus+ students are half as likely to experience long-term unemployment compared to those who have not benefited from the programme. Erasmus+ students in Southern Europe are employed much more frequently even 5-10 years after graduation, with 56% less unemployment.

Contact Details

Dr. Enda Fallon

Head of Department

Email: Enda.Fallon@tus.ie

What are the entry requirements?

Leaving Certificate

Grade H5 in two subjects, plus Grade O6/H7 at ordinary level in four other subjects in the Leaving Certificate examination. Two of these subjects must be Mathematics and a language (English or Irish).

QQI

FETAC applicants to this programme must hold one of the following awards: 5M0536 Computer Systems and Networks or 5M0529 Software Development.

Mature Applicants

Candidates applying as mature applicants may be required to attend an interview and may be requested to take an aptitude test to prove their suitability for a place on this programme.

International Applicants

International applicants should apply directly to the International Office at TUS, allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Applications for September start should be made by 1st June at the latest to ensure visas are processed in time. You should familiarise yourself with visa processing times for your country of origin to ensure you make a timely application. Find out more here.

Course Modules

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

What can you do after this programme?

Career Opportunities

According to Irelands Skills Strategy 2025 (Department of Education and Skills) there are skills shortages for professionals and associate professionals across sectors in many areas of ICT. The shortage of ICT talent is potentially significant for a number of sectors where ICT skills are needed, in particular software development. Ireland is likely to face an average increase in demand for high-level ICT skills of around 5% a year with the employment of ICT professionals anticipated to rise to just over 91,000. This skills shortage has become increasingly acute as more and more tech companies expand their operations in Ireland.”

Further Study

Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programmes within TUS or elsewhere.