Do you ever wonder how Google, Twitter, Stripe or computer games work? Would you like to develop the next generation of cutting edge computing technologies? If you are a logical thinker who likes problem solving and you enjoy subjects like mathematics, a degree in Computer Science could well be for you.

Computer Science is one of the degree subjects available through the common entry Computer Science DN201 course.

The UCD Computer Science degree covers the fundamentals of Computer Science while also exposing students to the contemporary languages and technologies used in the industry. Key topics include programming, foundational mathematics, advanced software engineering, cloud development, theory of computer science, networks and security. The principal programming languages used are C, Java and Python. Specialised topics include computer graphics, game development, robotics, mobile development and others.

First Year

• Algorithmic Problem Solving
• Introduction to Comp Architecture
• Formal Foundations
• Computer Programming
• Functional Programming
• Software Engineering Project
• Foundations of Mathematics for Computer Science
• Statistics with Python

Second Year

• Digital Systems
• Databases and Information Systems
• Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science
• Introduction to Java
• Computer Networking
• Software Engineering Project
• Introduction to Operating Systems
• Data Structures
• Algorithms
• Linear Algebra

Third Year

• Foundations of Computing
• Introduction to AI
• Information Security
• Multi-paradigm Programming
• Programming for Big Data
• Web Development
• Graph Algorithms
• Five Month Internship or Software Engineering Project
• Optional Modules
• Elective Modules

Fourth Year

• Computer Science Project
• Spatial Information Systems
• Distributed Systems
• Advances in Wireless Networking
• Cloud Computing
• Mobile App Development
• Computer & Network Security
• Human Computer Interaction
• Contemporary Software Development
• Programming for IOT
• Information Theory
• Multi-Agent Systems
• Performance of Computer System

Timetables & Assessment

Each student will have their own timetable based on their individual module selection. This is a full time course and classes may include lectures, practicals and tutorials, depending on the subjects. Students will also be expected to study independently (autonomous student learning). Assessment varies with each module but may comprise continuous assessment of practicals, written exams and online learning activities.

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It is possible to study abroad for a trimester, usually in the third year of the course. Universities that students have visited to date include the University of Auckland, New Zealand, the University of California, Irvine, USA, and Fudan University, Shanghai, China.

A UCD Computer Science degree equips you with the fundamental skills to work in a variety of roles including software developer, software architect, engineering manager, database designer, web developer, network engineer, systems administrator or IT consultant. UCD Computer Science graduates work in a wide range of domains including internet, telecommunications, healthcare, finance, online retail, gaming and social networking. Some graduates start their own companies, even immediately after graduating. With a BSc in Computer Science, you are also eligible to pursue graduate study in computer science and in related areas, such as business, mathematics and engineering. Graduates also pursue research in computer science through PhD programmes in UCD or other institutions.

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• Open Learning Entry Route
• Mature Entry Route
• DARE Entry Route
  
• HEAR Entry Route
  
• University Access
  

Associate Professor Mel Ó Cinnéide
UCD School of Computer Science
Belfield, Dublin 4

Email: computerscience@ucd.ie