03/09/2017

11/09/2017

This programme is suitable for individuals holding a primary degree in another discipline (e.g., Arts, Business, Social Science, etc.), seeking to convert to computer science. It is a 1-year full-time programme delivered over three semesters. The programme places a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of modern Computer Science and is designed to provide individuals with the appropriate skills to enter into an IT related career. The programme includes a pathway to the MSc Computer Science (Conversion) programme (contact cs_conversion@ucd.ie for details).

• This programme is intended for applicants who do not have a Computer Science or ICT background. An Upper Second class honours degree (NFQ level 8), or the international equivalent, in another discipline is required for entry. (In exceptional circumstances, a Lower Second class honours degree (2:2 grade) will be considered if the applicant shows evidence of significant relevant prior experiential learning.)
• Computer Science is a mathematical subject involving logical understanding and reasoning and therefore applicants must be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of mathematics.
• Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

This programme has been specifically designed for graduate students of disciplines other than Computer Science. No prior knowledge of programming is assumed. During the first two semesters, students take modules with learning outcomes aimed at providing fundamental skills required by modern technology companies. In the summer, the internship allows students to apply the skills learned in the taught modules in a more significant project and to see where these skills can play a role in industry.

The structure of the programme is as follows:
Semester 1: Concentrates on teaching participants the fundamentals of computing in broad areas such as: Programming I (Python), Computational Thinking, Relational Databases & Information Systems, Computer Architecture, Web Application Development, and Operating Systems.
Semester 2: Focuses on the practical application of modern computer science through modules in specialist areas such as: Programming II (Java), Data Structures & Algorithms, Data Analytics, Networks & Internet Systems, and Software Engineering.
Semester 3: Provides participants with the opportunity to improve their skills and gain confidence in their abilities through a 12-week industry placement.

The programme is designed to provide graduates with the core skills required by today's technology companies. Examples include:
1. Apply the core principles of programming to solve real-world industry problems
2. Design, build and query relational databases
3. Understand the roles and interactions of hardware components, operating systems and networking
4. Employ web application development concepts and technologies to create feature-rich information portals
5. Analyse 'Big Data' and understand how data can inform the next generation of ICT systems

The UCD School of Computer Science has over 18 years of experience training non-Computer Science graduates. The conversion-student curriculum is practically oriented, with an emphasis on developing coding skills and competence in emerging technologies.

Past graduates of our conversion programmes have:
- worked in the following roles: Lecturer, Programmer/Developer, SAP Support Engineer, Business Analyst, Software Engineer, IT Project Analyst, Performance Engineer, Web Applications Developer, Technical Analyst/Consultant, etc.
- been employed by companies such as: UCD, IBM, Dell, Accenture, SAP, Mastercard, Computershare, Deloitte, First Derivatives, General Motors, Bearing Point, LogEntries, AIB, Eircom and Paddy Power.

University College Dublin
Belfield
Dublin 4

Campus/Classroom

Travis Grotewold

Room: A0.11
School of Computer Science
UCD
Belfield
Dublin 4

(01) 716 2953

travis.grotewold@ucd.ie

UCD encourages lifelong learning and provides the opportunity for prior learning to be recognised. Our RPL Policy facilitates Programme Boards as they seek to support students to have prior learning recognised for the purposes of admission into a UCD programme of study or, credit applied towards a UCD programme of study, or transfer into or between UCD programmes. E.g.,The progression case for HDip students progressing to MSc Computer Science (Conversion) allows up to 60 RPL credits acknowledging all relevant taught modules. Details concerning UCD’s RPL Policy can be found at: http://www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/rpl.htm.

Apply via https://springboardcourses.ie/details/5254

https://www.cs.ucd.ie/sites/default/files/u95/HDip_Computer_Science_Brochure_F118_2017.pdf