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Bachelor of Science in Software Development

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BSc
Programme Code: CR_KCOMP_7
 
Mode of Delivery:ACCS, Open, Fully Online
  
No. of Semesters:6
NFQ Level:7
Embedded Award:No
  
Programme Credits:180
programmeReviewDate:March 2020
Department:COMPUTER SCIENCE
Field of Study:Computer Software
 

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :

PO1 Knowledge - Breadth
  (a) Knowledge of the theory and concepts of software development (languages, tools and methodologies), computer architecture, networking, data analytics and database systems.
PO2 Knowledge - Kind
  (a) A in-depth knowledge of programming languages, mathematics, computer architecture, data analytics and database systems and the process of software design, development and maintenance.
PO3 Skill - Range
  (a) The ability to analyse problems from various problem domains, design appropriate software solutions and implement and test solutions.
PO4 Skill - Selectivity
  (a) An ability to design and develop software applications using appropriate tools, languages and methods. The ability to work as part of a team with a specific focus on agile development. Ability to , select the appropriate tools and apply theoretical knowledge to design.
PO5 Competence - Context
  (a) The ability to analyse a problem domain, specify requirements, model and design an appropriate solution , implement and test within a particular application domain while adhering to a specified plan.
PO6 Competence - Role
  (a) Capable of independent work or as part of a team to effectively identify, formulate and solve high level problems in a creative manner.
PO7 Competence - Learning to Learn
  (a) The ability to investigate new technologies, articulate lessons learnt directly from experience and appreciate the need for continuous learning within the software industry.
PO8 Competence - Insight
  (a) The ability to articulate the wider social, political and business context within which IT professional operates and the need for high ethical and professional standards in ones work.
 

Semester Schedules

Stage 1 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SOFT6018 Programming Fundamentals
SOFT6007 Web Development Fundamentals
COMH6002 Computer Architecture
COMP6035 Computer Security Principles
MATH6055 Maths for Computer Science
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork

Stage 1 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SOFT6017 Modular Programming
COMP6041 Introduction to Databases
COMP6042 Operating Systems in Practice
COMP6027 Networking Fundamentals
COMP6043 Physical Computing
MATH6004 Discrete Maths
 

Stage 2 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SOFT7004 Object Oriented Principles
SOFT7007 Requirements Engineering
COMP7035 Linear Data Struct. & Alg.
SOFT7022 Database Design
SOFT7008 Server-side Web Development
Elective
Module Code Module Title
FREE6001 Free Choice Module
COMP7036 Linux Administration
SOFT7006 Operating Systems

Stage 2 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
COMP7013 Object Oriented Programming
COMP7037 NoSQL Data Architectures
SOFT7005 OO Analysis and Design
SOFT7019 C Programming
COMP7044 Systems Scripting
STAT7007 Probability and Statistics
 

Stage 3 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SOFT8023 Distributed Sys. Programming
SOFT7003 Group Project
SOFT7031 Client-side Web Development
COMP7039 Agile Processes
SOFT8032 Programming for Data Analytics
Elective
Module Code Module Title
SOFT7021 Software Localisation
SOFT7035 Programming Mobile Devices
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 3 / Semester 2
Group Elective 1
Module Code Module Title
PLAC7009 Work Placement
Group Elective 2
Module Code Module Title
APEX8030 Approved External Study - 30 Credits
Group Elective 3
Module Code Module Title
COMP8045 Emerging Technological Trends
FREE6001 Free Choice Module
COMP7046 Technical Communication Skills
COMP7047 Open Source Projects

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