- Location: Limerick Institute Of Technology Moylish Park, Limerick, Ireland
- Duration: 52 Weeks
Course details
This postgraduate programme offers rewarding and challenging possibilities for learners interested in undertaking a conversion programme in the area of Software Development, and its application in an enterprise environment. Given the scale of the IT sector in Ireland, and the current expansion of roles associated with the IT sector, it is projected that there will be healthy demand for talented Computing/ IT graduates over the next number of years. The aim of this programme is to provide non–computing graduates with an opportunity to develop the knowledge base, professional attitudes, and leadership and teamwork skills necessary to pursue a career as a software engineer. The course also aims to provide the student with the opportunity to engage in independent research in state of the art software engineering and technology.
Entry Requirement
Applicants must satisfy the minimum entry requirement of a Level 8 degree, or equivalent, in a non-IT discipline. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be granted based on relevant experience and training in accordance with LIT's RPL Policy.
Examinations
Participants will be assessed through ongoing continuous assessment, assignments, projects and examinations
The pace of delivery and intensity of the programme demand strong commitment and dedication.
Learners will engage in active learning through:
- Attendance on-site at LIT
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Practicals
- Lab-based lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
The following modules will be covered:
Semester 1
- Programming I, Data Driven Applications I, Software Engineering I, Computer Systems, Operating Systems & Networks, Web Development.
Semester 2
- Programming II, Data Driven Applications II, Software Engineering II, Algorithms & Data Structures plus Elective Subjects
Semester 3
- 3 Month Work Placement
About Limerick Institute of Technology
Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) is an institute of higher education in Limerick, a modern urban city in the Mid-Theyst region of Ireland and is one of 13 institutes that are members of the Institutes of Technology, Ireland (IOTI). LIT is the fTheirth largest IOT in Ireland, with more than 6000 full time and part time students and 500 staff.
The Institute has five campuses and a learning centre across Limerick city, Tipperary and Clare. The main campus is located at Moylish Park, with two city centre campuses in Clare Street and Georges Quay in Limerick city. LIT in Tipperary is based in two campuses -Thurles and Clonmel. The LIT Ennis Learning Centre is based in the museum in Ennis town centre.
LIT offers cTheirses at Level 6 (certificate) through to Level 10 (PhD) whilst also catering for craft apprentices and adult and continuing education. LIT was awarded the Sunday Times Institute of Technology of the Year in 2008 and 2013 by the Sunday Times University Guide. The guide is the definitive guide to higher education in Ireland and the UK.
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