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Programme in Information
Systems (Evening)
Information systems (IS) is the study of how ICT
can best be applied – in business, government
and society. This programme is delivered by the
School of Computer Science and Statistics and
comprises two distinct components:
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Diploma in Information Systems (two years)
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B.Sc. in Information Systems (two years)
Diploma in Information
Systems
Ireland needs skilled information and
communication technology (ICT) professionals
with broad capabilities, including well-developed
business and communication skills and
up-to-date technical expertise. If you wish to
advance a career as an ICT professional or if
you wish to change career direction, then this
two-year diploma course is for you. You will
learn how to apply in-demand skills that you can
apply in a range of roles relevant to modern ICT
in business, industry and government, including
system architecture, design and development,
support, technical sales, IT and project
management, security and quality assurance.
The diploma runs over two years with lectures
delivered normally on three evenings per week.
On completion of the course you will:
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be able to construct appropriate ICT solutions
using a range of technologies, including
social, mobile and cloud computing;
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develop business, communication and ICT
skills through practical assignments and
project work;
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understand the principles, methods, tools and
architectures used in the development and
management of ICT;
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be aware of pressing current issues
concerning the use of ICT in business and
government and its increasing impact on
society.
Entry requirements for the diploma
Mature students
The majority of the students on this course are
mature (aged at least twenty-three years on
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January of year of entry). Mature student
applicants are not required to meet the
University’s matriculation requirements.
Assessment is based on work experience
and other formal and informal qualifications.
Students under twenty-three years with
Leaving Certificate
The minimum requirements for the diploma are
six passes in the Leaving Certificate, with at
least a grade C3 at ordinary level in English and
mathematics. Recipients of the diploma award
can continue their studies to degree level which
takes a further two years – see B.Sc. in
Information Systems.
Fees
For information on fees see page 77.
How to apply
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Contact: Diploma/B.Sc. in Information Systems,
Undergraduate Administration Unit, School of
Computer Science and Statistics, O’Reilly
Institute, Trinity College, Dublin 2.
Phone: 01 896 1765, email:
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website:
B.Sc. in Information Systems
If you wish to advance your career as a senior
professional or manager in ICT, this two-year
honors degree course is for you. You will be
equipped to engage in demanding roles in all
