E-Commerce in Retailing
e-Commerce is the buying and selling of goods and services online. This e-Commerce in Retailing course responds to a changing retail landscape that is influenced by digital and social media. It was developed in the context of the impact on retailing of social, mobile, analytic and cloud (SMAC) technologies, the demand for graduates equipped to work in a connected, collaborative electronic retailing environment, and the need for retail graduates with advanced social media, platform, and design skills. There is a scarcity of retail/business graduates with advanced technological competences.
The course addresses contemporary retail management needs that reflect the rapidly changing economic and technological environment. It aims to provide a broad technologically informed business education for future retail managers that reflects the changing needs of the sector.
Graduates who expect to find careers in these sectors will need to be competent in contemporary electronic business technologies. The curriculum reflects this by integrating modules on retailing, e-business and e-business applications, and addresses the market need for technologically literate retail managers for the dynamic retail environment of the 21st century.
Subjects covered include finance, marketing, economics, human resource management, entrepreneurial studies, retail management, retail analytics, retail marketing, international retailing, shopping-centre management, retail location, electronic retailing, internet technologies in retailing, electronic retailing infrastructure, database systems, mobile & social commerce, web analytics and strategic ICT & e-business.
On graduation, you may proceed to postgraduate studies leading to the award of MSc, MPhil or PhD at research institutes and universities worldwide.
Community & Youth Development
Do you want to work in partnership with people in groups and communities who experience disadvantage and oppression, and work towards social change in Irish society and abroad? Our mission is to educate and train future community development and youth workers to work in a range of settings in Ireland and internationally so that they can become active citizens and agents of change. The course promotes principles of inclusion, human rights, equality and social justice, working towards sustainable development, and tackling issues such as inequality, climate change, poverty and disadvantage. Year 4 subjects include combatting racism, youth justice and global development, and you can specialise in areas such as social policy, sustainable development, community mental health, management skills, alcohol and drugs prevention strategies and conflict resolution. The course has a a strong element of experiential learning and includes fieldwork placements.
Computer Science
Computer scientists are critical to the global infrastructure that underlie our communications, finance, health, energy, transport and many other vital systems. Are you interested in understanding the algorithmic complexity of problems, automating human intelligence, providing ubiquitous access to information and designing secure and effective software and computer systems? If so, this course will prepare you for work in an exciting industry.
If you want to work as a software application developer in a variety of commercial and industrial environments, this course will equip you with the understanding and skills needed to progress in an exciting and constantly changing industry.
It will qualify you to work in a wide range of computer development areas – whether in the mainstream computer industry or in stimulating, leading application areas such as internet applications development, games development, enterprise systems, e-commerce, music technology, systems technology, systems security, knowledge management and data mining.
You will spend the early years of the course gaining a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of computer science; then develop highly relevant skills in software design and development. In your final year, you will specialise in a chosen field, such as Enterprise Systems Development (how to create large, scalable, safe, secure and reliable software systems using the latest technologies), Applied Intelligence (advanced methods in computer science such as machine learning and the Internet of Things), Digital Games Development & Simulation (how to design and implement computer games and simulated environments that model novel and complex worlds and characters) and, Security and Forensics (how to recover evidence from a computer system, providing security for information through Steganography and Cryptography algorithms).
The third-year is focused on experiential learning. You will participate in a business and enterprise module, and may then opt to participate in our highly successful work placement course (The School of Computer Science maintain close liaisons with various industry partners). Alternatively, you can work with community organisations on our innovative service-learning module, whereby you take responsibility for interesting ICT projects in the community.
Computer Science (Infrastructure)
Computer Science (Infrastructure) is about developing software and infrastructure for applications ranging from those on smart devices to those in global corporations. This course provides the skills required to build data centres and networks, and to develop software securely, individually and in teams.
Recent graduates work as software developers, software engineers and system administrators. No prior programming experience is required.
Application areas include intelligent cities, ethical hacking, search-engine development, games, and legal and financial software.
You’ll gain a working knowledge of the components of a computer and a network, become familiar with the components of an operating system, and learn to administrate large distributed systems. You’ll write programs in multiple languages for platforms varying from single-user, single-platform applications to multi-user, multi-layered distributed systems.
You’ll learn how to ensure that an IT infrastructure complies with the most effective security techniques; learn many technologies, about web clients and servers, data storage, manipulation and analysis, the use of different platforms and physical devices, and techniques for developing systems, from small mobile devices to cloud-based services. You’ll learn how to integrate these technologies.
You’ll also study the architecture and infrastructure of large systems; how to design, document, implement and manage them.
You can apply for work placement in Year 3, to gain invaluable experience in the IT industry, or you can study further modules.
In your final year, you’ll present your work at a highly regarded project fair to an audience of industry partners and experts.
Students earning BSc (Hons) will be eligible for Professional Membership of BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT (MBCS), and are qualified to pursue postgraduate studies to MSc, MPhil or PhD levels.
Computer Science International
Software is a global industry with a strong presence in Dublin, considered as the Silicon Valley of Europe.
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to work as a global software engineer or as an application developer, able to develop as needed in an ever-changing global industry.
On graduation, you’ll be qualified to work in the international IT industry in a wide range of computer roles. You’ll have a strong foundation in such areas as Internet development, cloud computing, mobile software, enterprise systems, artificial intelligence and games technology.
You’ll learn IT skills early on that are required in the international IT industry, including core software design and development skills as well as highly sought-after international skills such as global citizenship, software localisation, entrepreneurship, and creating webinars. You can also select to study a foreign language (German, Chinese or Korean).
In Year 3, you can undertake an International Industrial Placement in an IT company. In addition, all Year 3 students participate in the Global Classroom, a virtual, online classroom comprised of teams of international students on exchange at our international university partners. This emphasises the importance of globalisation and simulates how a team can design and develop software with team members in different locations.
In the final year, you can specialise in a variety of areas such as Enterprise Systems Development, Applied Intelligence or Digital Games Development & Simulation.
TU Dublin has strong links with global industry companies such as Google, Microsoft and IBM, through sponsorship and project co-operation. Students can showcase their final-year projects at our project fair and meet with industry company representatives.
Computing (Information Technology)
Have you ever wondered how google works, how mobile apps are designed, how games are developed, or how computers securely share information? Do you want to work with the next generation of cutting-edge computing technologies? Do you see yourself as a future computing professional working in one of the most rewarding and in-demand careers for graduates? If so, this three-year course could be for you.
This course has been designed to meet Irelands growing need for computing graduates who can contribute to the development of the next generation of cutting-edge computing technologies. The demand for our computing graduates keeps increasing as technology continues to positively shape the world around us. With a computing degree, you’ve got a skillset that is internationally recognised, providing the potential for career mobility and excellent earnings.
In this three-year course, you’ll experience a blend of computer science and hands on practical skills which will allow you to develop expertise in software development, mobile application development, web development, game and interactive development, entrepreneurship, networking, infrastructure, and cyber-security through a mix of theory-based and practical, hands-on subjects. We encourage students to experience a broad range of subjects before specialising through practical projects and electives in later years. Experience the excitement of building your first computer, designing software, developing web apps, and working on real world projects.
The campus provides students with state-of-the-art computing, networking and cyber-security labs. The course is a mix of theory-based and practical subjects, which will equip you with a range of technical, design and management skills. You’ll have easy online access to course materials, and on-site support from enthusiastic academic staff willing to share their expertise and knowledge with you.
Computing with Data Analytics
Business Analytics is about converting business data into valuable information through the use of statistical techniques and advanced software. It provides a set of analytical methods for solving problems and aiding decision-making, particularly in the context of large quantities of data. Combining such analysis with intuition can provide insights to businesses and public sector organisations and help them achieve their objectives.
By developing and applying models and concepts, you can explore management issues and solve managerial problems. Many different organisations use the principles and practice of analytics.
In this course, you’ll acquire the data skills to extract, analyse, organise and present data to guide successful business decision-making.
Subjects covered include statistics, OO programming, management, marketing, database systems, algorithms & data structures, project management, big-data concepts, intelligent systems, business decision-making, business intelligence, software development for data acquisition, and strategic information systems.
You’ll be encouraged to participate in a work placement in Year 3.
Computing with Software Development
Contemporary Visual Culture
This course provides an industry-focused grounding in theories and practices of Creative Industries and Visual Culture. In the first year, you’ll study a wide range of contemporary issues, including arts policy, management, criticism, media law, and current discussions in the fields of art, design, film, photography, curating, museums, media, aesthetics, gender studies, and postcolonial studies. After the shared first year, you will select your own pathway, focusing on either Creative Industries or Visual Culture. On the Creative Industries pathway you will study arts management, media law and cultural policy, while on the Visual Culture pathway you will study aesthetics, art and design history, museums, exhibitions and curating. Common core modules throughout the course foster an understanding of the relationship between culture and society, and its impact on wider issues of policy, economics, and identity.
In addition to pathway selection, you will have an opportunity to further customise your learning, taking advantage of a wide range of specialist optional modules provided by Schools across the University, including modules in Languages, Creative Arts, Music and Drama, Architecture, Media, Hospitality and Tourism Management.
The teaching on the course applies theory to practice and features project-based learning, work placements, and visits by leading industry practitioners. You will often share classes with practice-based students on Creative Arts courses, helping to develop future networks. Depending on your pathway, you can choose to take the placement module (Real-World Engagement) in Year 2. Our recent placement partners include the IFI, Little Museum of Dublin, 100Archive, Red Dog Design Consultants, IMMA, and Visual Artists Ireland. In Year 3 you will organise and curate public events, based on your own independent research.
Creative & Cultural Industries
Industries and Visual Culture. In the first year, you’ll study a wide range of contemporary issues, including arts policy, management, criticism, media law, and current discussions in the fields of art, design, film, photography, curating, museums, media, aesthetics, gender studies, and postcolonial studies. After the shared first year, you will select your own pathway, focusing on either Creative Industries or Visual Culture. On the Creative Industries pathway you will study arts management, media law and cultural policy, while on the Visual Culture pathway you will study aesthetics, art and design history, museums, exhibitions and curating. Common core modules throughout the course foster an understanding of the relationship between culture and society, and its impact on wider issues of policy, economics, and identity.
In addition to pathway selection, you will have an opportunity to further customise your learning, taking advantage of a wide range of specialist optional modules provided by Schools across the University, including modules in Languages, Creative Arts, Music and Drama, Architecture, Media, Hospitality and Tourism Management.
The teaching on the course applies theory to practice and features project-based learning, work placements, and visits by leading industry practitioners. You will often share classes with practice-based students on Creative Arts courses, helping to develop future networks. Depending on your pathway, you can choose to take the placement module (Real-World Engagement) in Year 2. Our recent placement partners include the IFI, Little Museum of Dublin, 100Archive, Red Dog Design Consultants, IMMA, and Visual Artists Ireland. In Year 3 you will organise and curate public events, based on your own independent research.
