Programme Overview:
- Duration:
- 16 Months
- Attendance:
- Full Time
- Mode of Delivery:
- Face-to-Face
- Next Intake:
- 2022/2023 September
- Contact Name:
- Grainne Ní Nualláin
- Contact Number:
- +353 (0)1 716 2486
- Fees:
- Fee Information
MSc Computer Science (Conversion) is a skills conversion graduate programme for individuals who hold a primary degree in another discipline (e.g., Arts, Commerce), and would like to enter into an IT related career.
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Ireland is home to the world’s top 10 technology companies. It is known as the Internet and Games Capital of Europe and is among the world’s most technologically developed nations. There are excellent job opportunities, with 5,000 job vacancies in the sector at present.
Some of the roles graduates of this MSc have worked in include the following:
Companies that have employed graduates include IBM, Dell, Accenture, SAP, Mastercard, Computershare Ireland, Deloitte Ireland, First Derivatives, General Motors, Bearing Point, Logentries, AIB, Eircom and Paddy Power.
High achieving graduates from this programme may also be eligible to pursue a graduate research degree in a Computer Science related field.
Curricular information is subject to change
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
The MSc. Computer Science (Conversion) is an NFQ Level 9 skills conversion programme aimed at students holding a primary degree in another discipline (e.g., Arts, Business, Social Science, etc.) who wish to gain a postgraduate qualification in Computer Science. Building on key transferable graduate outcomes of communication, reflection, critical thinking and independent learning that our students bring to the programme, we seek to develop individuals with a passion for Computer Science and the skills and experience necessary to enter into an IT-related career. We aim to provide a learning environment that is practically-oriented and place a strong emphasis on developing competence in core Computer Science topics and programming skills. As such, the teaching, learning and assessment approaches focus on hands-on practical sessions with assignments and MCQs, individual/group projects and presentations, and enquiry-based learning activities. All of these approaches are designed and delivered by leading academics at the UCD School of Computer Science specifically to facilitate the transition of non-Computer Science graduates into the IT sector. MSc. Computer Science (Conversion) students undertake a significant project-based research practicum during the summer months and create an individual portfolio with specific project and overall programme outcomes. The final semester allows students to specialize or tailor the programme to their interests with advanced and research-led modules.
This is a 120-credit MSc which runs over 16 months. During the first year you take 60 credits of taught modules and a research practicum. In the final semester, you choose from a range of modules on offer on the MSc Computer Science (Negotiated Learning) programme.
MSc Computer Science (Conversion) (T195) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 10040 ub
nonEU fee per year - € 26400 ub
ubFull Programme Fee for MSc Computer Science (Conv) - T195 - charged to First Year 2022/23 Entry students only.
***Fees are subject to change
If English is not your native language, unless you have done your primary degree through English in an English speaking country, an English language qualification is required for all programmes. 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.
These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
Jack Halpin -- Graduate Software Developer at SN Systems
Jack studied Biomedical Engineering before deciding to do the MSc and start a career in Dublin's thriving tech industry. "I wanted to get into web and mobile development but only had a handful of programming experience from my degree. There's a huge amount of material to learn, but in the end, you'll be greatly rewarded. From doing the MSc, I've learned a lot about the underlying theory of Computer Science as well as becoming proficient across a number of technologies that are relevant to today's industry. I'd highly recommend the course to anyone thinking of pursuing a career in IT or software development."
Ellen Rushe -- PhD Candidate at University College Dublin
"My previous background was in music technology so I had completed some more specialised Computer Science modules but felt as though I had missed out on some of the core concepts of the subject which I hadn’t had the opportunity to cover which lead me to do this masters. The volume of material that is covered is enormous meaning that, upon completing this course; I felt that I had developed a broad and varied skill set. Given the comprehensive nature of the course, the workload can be high which was challenging at times, but in my experience, it was worth it. We also had the opportunity to engage in more advanced/specialised topics nearing the end of the course which motivated me to enter graduate research afterwards."
Aoife Whelan -- Data Analyst at Accenture
Aoife previously studied Physics at undergraduate level prior to applying for the MSc. There she gained some technical skills but felt it was not enough for a career in IT. She had an interest in data science and wanted to increase her skills and knowledge in this area. After graduating from the MSc she began working for Accenture in the area of data analytics. “The workload is large and the time pressures can be challenging but you’ll find yourself with a lot of relevant skills and knowledge for finding work in the industry. You will learn a lot in a relatively short period of time.”
The following entry routes are available:
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised