Programme Type:

Course Overview

You will be equipped with skills that will enable you to develop, maintain, evaluate and manage computing systems in a range of organizations, typically in the context of IT departments.

You will explore areas such as Computer Technologies, Database Systems, Programming in Python and C#, Computer Networks, Systems Security, Technology Infrastructure Managements, Full Stack Strategies, and Development and Strategic Information Systems Management. You will also be able to select a module that aligns with state-of-the-art research or showcase current advances in computing such as Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Pervasive Computing, Mobile Development, Big Data, and Computer Vision.

Given the variety of applications of computing technology, as a graduate of this course, you will have access to a variety of jobs, for example, database administration, technical support, software development, and IT project management.

If you want to become a Computer Technologist with the ability to solve real-world business problems and having expertise in the development, maintenance, and management of computing systems, then you should consider this course.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

A level

The A Level requirement for this course is grades BBB. All subject areas considered.

Desirable Subject Offer

For those applicants offering desirable subjects at A level (Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/Software Systems Development/Computing (not IT/ICT)) a two grade reduction will be applied at the time of offer. The desirable subject must be achieved at a minimum grade B.

Applicants offering qualifications as an alternative to A-levels will receive the equivalent reduction when those qualifications include a significant proportion of mathematics, software development and/or physical science.

Applied General Qualifications

The Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment accept a range of alternative combination of qualifications such as:

BTEC Extended Awards
The requirement for this course is BTEC Level 3 QCF Extended Diploma with overall award profile of DDD.

OR

The requirement for this course is BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma with DDM overall award grades. All subject areas considered.

A Levels with:
BTEC Level 3 QCF Subsidiary Diploma or BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Certificate;
BTEC Level 3 QCF 90-credit Diploma or BTEC Level 3 RQF National Foundation Diploma;
BTEC Level 3 QCF Diploma or BTEC Level 3 RQF National Diploma.

OCR/Cambridge Technical Combinations
A levels with OCR Nationals and OCR Cambridge Technicals.

For further information on the requirements for this course please contact
the administrator as listed in the Contact details section below.

Irish Leaving Certificate

120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of 4 subjects at Higher Level and 1 subject at Ordinary Level. The overall profile must include English and Maths at minimum Grade H6 or above (HL) or O4 or above (OL) if not sitting at higher level.

Scottish Highers

The Scottish Highers requirement for this course is BBBCC. All subject areas considered.

Scottish Advanced Highers

The Scottish Advanced Highers requirement for this course is CCC. All subject areas considered.

International Baccalaureate

Overall International Baccalaureate Diploma requirement for this course is a minimum of 26 points to include 13 at Higher Level to include grade 5 in HL Mathematics. Grade 4 in the English Language also required in the overall profile.

Access to Higher Education (HE)

Successful completion of an Ulster University validated Access route with an overall mark of 65% to include a Pass in NICATS Maths (level 2) or a Pass in Introductory Maths for Computing (level 2) or GCSE Mathematics grade C or 4 (or an alternative qualification acceptable to the University) for entry to year 1.

Other Access courses considered individually, please contact the administrator as listed in the Contact details section below.

GCSE

GCSE (or equivalent) profile to include minimum of Grade C or 4 or above in Mathematics and Grade C or 4 in English Language.

Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.

English Language Requirements

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.

Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.

Fees

Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland Fees

£4530

England Scotland Wales the Islands and EU Fees

£9250

International Fees

£14910

This information was accurate on : 13/04/2021
Please contact us for more information about this courses

Similar Courses