Our course encompasses many aspects of computing including scientific foundation, coding, web design, IT skills and familiarisation with a range of industrial and commercial applications.
Throughout this course there is a strong emphasis put on coding. Year One has eight hours of programming per week and Year Two has nine hours.
We are delighted to be the first PLC course in Ireland to offer students the opportunity to progress to TR033, Trinity College’s Level 8 Computer Science Degree. TR033 is a hugely sought-after course which required 555 CAO points in 2022. As the only Computer Science PLC course nationwide offering the ‘Maths for STEM 5N0556’ module, CDCFE students are uniquely placed to satisfy TCD’s QQI/FET access requirements for TR033.

There is also a high success rate for our students through our advanced progression links into:
Advanced Certificate in Software Development Level 6 (6M0691)
| College | City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus |
| Course ID | 201900 |
| Course Location | EU |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Category | Information Technology, IT |
| Course Duration | 1 year |
| Course Fee | 100 |
| Entry Requirements | 2nd Year Level 6 – A full QQI Level 5 qualification in Computer Science or relevant experience. Mature students with relevant experience are welcome – this will be determined after a conversation with the course coordinator. |
| Career Path | Career Opportunities Students with a Computer Science qualification can anticipate employment as computer technicians, programmers/analysts, software and hardware support specialists and computer sales professionals. Alternatively they may use the course as a sound academic basis for further study in the Computer Science area. |
| Course Code | (6M0691) |

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