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If you are interested in Mathematics and Computer Science, and think you might like to teach these subjects at post-primary level, then this degree subject may be for you. It is designed so that you study mathematics, computer science and education in an integrated manner. Throughout the course you will gain teaching experience through structured educational placements.

About This Course

If you are interested in Mathematics and Computer Science, and think you might like to teach these subjects at post-primary level, then this degree subject may be for you. It is designed so that you study mathematics, computer science and education in an integrated manner. Throughout the course you will gain teaching experience through structured educational placements.

The four-year BSc Computer Science, Mathematics & Education leads directly to the one-year MSc Mathematics and Science Education. On completion of both degrees, you should be fully qualified to teach Computer Science and Mathematics to Higher Level Leaving Certificate Level.

Information on all our courses including pathways, internships and careers information is available in the UCD Science Undergraduate Courses Entry 2025 Brochure (PDF).

Computer Science, Mathematics & Education is one of the degree subjects in the Science, Mathematics & Education stream in the common entry Science course. Students study the modules required for the Computer Science, Mathematics & Education in first year and will study modules for a minimum of two degree subjects in second year. Students interested in Science, Mathematics & Education degree subjects also have the choice to pursue the modules required for degree subjects in other streams within the common entry Science course. At the end of second year, students choose their degree subject. As we offer a number of degree subjects in each stream, students have a number of similar degree subjects to choose from and if a degree subject is oversubscribed, places are allocated on a competitive basis.

For more information on choosing a degree subject at the end of Second Year, visit the Science, Mathematics & Education stream page.

This is a sample set of modules that a Computer Science, Mathematics & Education student could study each year in UCD.

First Year

Scientific Enquiry • Mathematics & Science Education & Communication • Computer Programming • Linear Algebra • Calculus • Statistical Modelling • Option Modules • Elective Module

Second Year

Key Ideas in Education • Science and Mathematics Pedagogy • Introduction to Java • Software Engineering • Calculus of Several Variables • Differential Equations • Mathematical Analysis • Elective Modules

Third Year

Schools and Society • Post-Primary Placement • Peer-Assisted Tutoring • Data Structures • Networks and Internet Systems • Algorithms • Introduction to Operating Systems • Algebraic Structures • Probability Theory • Option Modules • Elective Modules

Fourth Year

Pedagogical Approaches to Mathematics and Computer Science • Psychology for Teaching & Learning • Year-Long Placement in Post- Primary School • Group Theory • Geometry • Complex Analysis • History of Mathematics

Fifth Year

Research Methods • Professional Dissertation • Year-Long Placement in Post- Primary School • Continuous Professional Development

After graduating with their BSc, students proceed to the MSc in Mathematics & Science Education.

Placements are integrated into this 5-year course from first year, with all undergraduate placements arranged for you. Care is taken to gradually introduce you to school placements, to enable you to build your knowledge and confidence before teaching a class of pupils.

During the last two years of the course, students complete year-long placements at two different post-primary schools. These placements are designed so that students not only obtain teaching experience, but also gain a whole-of-school experience through participating in parent-teacher meetings, timetabling etc. The complete five-year course is fully accredited by the Teaching Council in Mathematics and Computer Science.

UCD Science Office

You can contact the UCD Science Office in the following ways:




  • Submit your query using our dedicated Contact Form.

  • Drop into the office in the UCD O'Brien Centre for Science, Science East, Room E1.09. Our office opening hours are 10am to 4pm (during term time).


Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH10350 Calculus in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
SCI10010 Principles of Scientific Enquiry Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
ACM10060 Applications of Differential Equations Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP10020 Introduction to Programming II Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH10340 Linear Algebra in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH10410 Mathematics & Science Education & Communication Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
STAT10060 Statistical Modelling Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
A) Min 0 of:
Students wishing to take Mathematics, Computer Science and Education in Stage 2 should take MATH10320 and MATH10040 in Stage 1 or Stage 2.
MATH10040 Numbers & Functions Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
A) Min 0 of:
Students wishing to take Mathematics, Computer Science and Education in Stage 2 should take MATH10320 and MATH10040 in Stage 1 or Stage 2.
MATH10320 Mathematical Analysis Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
B) Min 0 of:
Students who did not achieve or H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Computer Science, or equivalent, must take COMP10290 in Stage 1. Students who achieved H5 in Leaving Certificate Computer Science, or equivalent, may still take COMP10290 prior to taking COMP10020 in the Spring Trimester.
COMP10290 Computation for Scientists Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
BIOL00010 Fundamentals of Biology Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
BIOL10130 Biology in Action Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
BIOL10140 Life on Earth Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
CHEM00010 Introductory Chemistry Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
CHEM10040 The Molecular World Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
CHEM20100 Basis of Inorganic Chemistry Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
COMP10010 Introduction to Programming I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
COMP10040 Introduction to Computer Architecture Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
PHIL10160 Critical Thinking Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
PHYC10050 Astronomy & Space Science Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
PHYC10070 Foundations of Physics Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
PHYC10210 Quanta, Particles & Relativity Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
PHYC10250 Thermal Physics and Materials Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
GEOL10050 Earth and Humanity Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
GEOL10060 Introduction to Earth Sciences Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
STAT10050 Practical Statistics Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
ACM10090 Climate Change:Causes & Consequences Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
BIOL10110 Cell Biology & Genetics Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
BMOL10030 Biomedical Sciences: Understanding Human Disease. Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
CHEM10050 Basis of Organic and Biological Chemistry Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
CHEM20140 Introductory Transition Metal Chemistry Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
COMP10060 Computer Science for Engineers I Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Students may select 60 credits from Science programme modules or they can choose 55 credits and one 5-credit elective for Spring. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to a student in Stage 2. Students are strongly advised to take COMP10040 in Stage 1.
GEOL10070 Understanding Earth Systems Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
ACM20030 Computational Science Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP20350 Object-Oriented Programming Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
EDUC20030 Key Ideas in Education Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH20060 Calculus of Several Variables Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH20300 Linear Algebra 2 for the Mathematical Sciences Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
STAT20110 Introduction to Probability Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
ACM20150 Vector Integral & Differential Calculus Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP10050 Software Engineering Project 1 Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH20310 Groups, Rings and Fields Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
A) Min 0 of:
If not previously taken in Stage 1, students enrolled to Stage 2 Mathematics, Computer Science and Education must take MATH10320 and MATH10040 in Stage 2.
MATH10040 Numbers & Functions Autumn  5
Stage 2 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
A) Min 0 of:
If not previously taken in Stage 1, students enrolled to Stage 2 Mathematics, Computer Science and Education must take MATH10320 and MATH10040 in Stage 2.
MATH10320 Mathematical Analysis Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
EDUC20020 is recommended to students in Stage 2 and can be taken in lieu of an elective module. Students who wish to keep a Mathematics pathway open in Stage 2 should take STAT20100 in Stage 2.
EDUC20020 Science and Maths Pedagogy Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
C) Min 0 of:
EDUC20020 is recommended to students in Stage 2 and can be taken in lieu of an elective module. Students who wish to keep a Mathematics pathway open in Stage 2 should take STAT20100 in Stage 2.
STAT20100 Inferential Statistics Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP20350 Object-Oriented Programming Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP30010 Foundations of Computing Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP30040 Networks and Internet Systems Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH30340 Peer-Assisted Tutoring Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP20050 Software Engineering Project 2 Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP20180 Intro to Operating Systems Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
COMP20290 Algorithms Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
EDUC30050 Schools and Society Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH30390 Mathematics Pedagogy & Curriculum in Placement Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MST30030 Financial Mathematics Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationA) Min 0 of:
If not taken in Stage 2, students must take COMP20280 in Stage 3.
COMP20280 Data Structures Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 0 of:
Students must take PSY10050 and MST30070 in either Stage 3 or Stage 4
PSY10050 Introduction to Psychology Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 0 of:
Students must take PSY10050 and MST30070 in either Stage 3 or Stage 4
MST30070 Differential Geometry Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
ACM30190 Dynamical Systems Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
COMP10040 Introduction to Computer Architecture Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
COMP20070 Databases and Information Systems I Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
COMP30030 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
COMP30760 Data Science in Python - DS Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
COMP30950 Multi-paradigm Programming Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MATH20150 Graphs and Networks Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MATH30030 Advanced Linear Algebra Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MATH30090 Metric Spaces Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MATH30360 Measure Theory and Integration Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MST30010 Group Theory and Applications Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MST30020 History of Mathematics Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
PHIL10040 Introduction to Ethics Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
ACM30090 Mathematical Biology Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
BSEN10010 Biosystems Engineering Design Challenge Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
COMP20200 UNIX Programming Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
COMP30540 Game Development Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MATH30120 Topology Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
MATH30250 Cryptography: Theory & Practice Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationC) Min 0 of:
Students can choose option modules from the list below in lieu of elective modules (10 credits). Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 should take at least one COMP module from the options listed in either Stage 3 or Stage 4. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760.
STAT20100 Inferential Statistics Spring  5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
EDUC42180 Professional Placement & Portfolio 1 2 Trimester duration (Aut-Spr)  20
Stage 4 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
EDUC43980 Computer Science Methods 1A Autumn  2.5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MATH40810 Mathematics Pedagogy for Classroom Practice Autumn  5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
EDUC42840 Maths Pedagogy in Placement Spring  5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
EDUC43990 Computer Science Methods 1B Spring  2.5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Mathematics, Computer Science and Education
MST30070 Differential Geometry Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationA) Min 0 of:
If not taken in Stage 3, students must take PSY10050 in Stage 4.
PSY10050 Introduction to Psychology Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
ACM30190 Dynamical Systems Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
ACM40070 Math Fluid Dynamics II Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP10040 Introduction to Computer Architecture Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP20070 Databases and Information Systems I Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP30030 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP30760 Data Science in Python - DS Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP30950 Multi-paradigm Programming Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
EDUC42120 Educating Ireland PME Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
EDUC42850 Teaching Science A Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MATH20150 Graphs and Networks Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MATH30030 Advanced Linear Algebra Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MATH30090 Metric Spaces Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MATH30360 Measure Theory and Integration Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MST30010 Group Theory and Applications Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MST30020 History of Mathematics Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
PSY20020 Child & Adolescent Development Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
SCI30080 Professional Placement-Science Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
PHIL10040 Introduction to Ethics Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
ACM30090 Mathematical Biology Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
ACM30210 Foundations of Quantum Theory Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
BSEN10010 Biosystems Engineering Design Challenge Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP20180 Intro to Operating Systems Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP20200 UNIX Programming Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP20290 Algorithms Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
COMP30540 Game Development Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
EDUC42830 Philosophy of Education Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MATH30120 Topology Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MATH30250 Cryptography: Theory & Practice Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
MATH30370 Markov Chains Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - - Mathematics, Computer Science and EducationB) Min 3 of:
Students may take option modules from those listed below. Students who did not take COMP10290 or COMP10040 in Stage 1 and did not take an additional COMP option module in Stage 3 should take at least one COMP module listed. Preferred modules to choose include COMP10040, COMP20070, COMP30030 or COMP30760. Students who take PSY20020 must have taken PSY10050 in Stage 3. Students who successfully complete an internship in the summer term betweeen Stage 3 and Stage 4 will be registered to SCI30080 Professional Placement module for Stage 4 credit.
STAT20100 Inferential Statistics Spring  5

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