Electronic and Computer Technology DC896 (Sept) / DC895 (Jan)
This programme is focused on the Internet of Things [IoT] and leads to a final Award of MSc in Electronic and Computer Technology [IoT]. It aims to provide a pathway for bachelor’s degree graduates, existing ICT professionals, and those wishing to convert from associated disciplines, to acquire the necessary skills to pursue careers in the IoT technology and applications domain.
The Internet of Things [IoT] is a computing concept describing the inter-connectivity and collaboration of a wide variety of everyday physical objects connected via the internet. Rapid IoT development has been driven by ongoing research and technological advances (notably in 5G mobile communications and in Artificial Intelligence). IoT technologies are enabling a wide range of business opportunities in the context of “smart” homes, neighbourhoods and cities and in the exploitation of intelligent infrastructure and services, in areas such as transport, power and healthcare.
IoT systems involve the convergence of multiple technologies, existing and new, including Sensors & Actuators, Low-energy Communication, Networking and Cloud, Big Data & Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Security and Application Deployment and Management.
There are two intakes onto the programme, in February and September, and flexible study options are provided. Due to the scheduling of project deadlines, full-time students who start in September can complete the programme within 12 months, while full-time students who start in February can complete the programme within 18 months.
NFQ Level 9 Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate exit awards are also available.
Computing – Secure Software Engineering
“””The strong practical focus of the programme culminates in a project practicum, carried out over the summer months. Typically, students will develop a prototype software system in their Major area that targets a real-world problem. They may also analyse processes or techniques, and propose and evaluate alternatives. Most projects are individual but, exceptionally, may be carried out as part of a team.
Students may also be sponsored by external clients or develop their own ideas. Typically, projects commence with a feasibility study, followed by the creation of a project plan and development of a software application or rigorous theoretical analysis.
Over the duration of the programme, students will develop employment-enhancing skills across a number of key areas. These include:
Enhancement of proven ability to engineer software
Improvement of knowledge of operating systems and networks
Development of strong, team-based skills, developed through significant project work during the course
Enhanced communication skills through scheduled presentations to lecturers and peers
Improved understanding of the business and social context of their work and awareness of new directions
Development of research skills to enable contribution of novel ideas, methods and tools to new challenges in their professional careers.”””
Computing – Data Analytics
“””The strong practical focus of the programme culminates in a project practicum, carried out over the summer months. Typically, students will develop a prototype software system in their Major area that targets a real-world problem. They may also analyse processes or techniques, and propose and evaluate alternatives. Most projects are individual but, exceptionally, may be carried out as part of a team.
Students may also be sponsored by external clients or develop their own ideas. Typically, projects commence with a feasibility study, followed by the creation of a project plan and development of a software application or rigorous theoretical analysis.
Over the duration of the programme, students will develop employment-enhancing skills across a number of key areas. These include:
Enhancement of proven ability to engineer software
Improvement of knowledge of operating systems and networks
Development of strong, team-based skills, developed through significant project work during the course
Enhanced communication skills through scheduled presentations to lecturers and peers
Improved understanding of the business and social context of their work and awareness of new directions
Development of research skills to enable contribution of novel ideas, methods and tools to new challenges in their professional careers.”””
Computing – Artificial Intellgence
“The strong practical focus of the programme culminates in a project practicum, carried out over the summer months. Typically, students will develop a prototype software system in their Major area that targets a real-world problem. They may also analyse processes or techniques, and propose and evaluate alternatives. Most projects are individual but, exceptionally, may be carried out as part of a team.
Students may also be sponsored by external clients or develop their own ideas. Typically, projects commence with a feasibility study, followed by the creation of a project plan and development of a software application or rigorous theoretical analysis.
Over the duration of the programme, students will develop employment-enhancing skills across a number of key areas. These include:
Enhancement of proven ability to engineer software
Improvement of knowledge of operating systems and networks
Development of strong, team-based skills, developed through significant project work during the course
Enhanced communication skills through scheduled presentations to lecturers and peers
Improved understanding of the business and social context of their work and awareness of new directions
Development of research skills to enable contribution of novel ideas, methods and tools to new challenges in their professional careers.”
Computing
The strong practical focus of the programme culminates in a project practicum, carried out over the summer months. Typically, students will develop a prototype software system in their Major area that targets a real-world problem. They may also analyse processes or techniques, and propose and evaluate alternatives. Most projects are individual but, exceptionally, may be carried out as part of a team.
Students may also be sponsored by external clients or develop their own ideas. Typically, projects commence with a feasibility study, followed by the creation of a project plan and development of a software application or rigorous theoretical analysis.
Over the duration of the programme, students will develop employment-enhancing skills across a number of key areas. These include:
Enhancement of proven ability to engineer software
Improvement of knowledge of operating systems and networks
Development of strong, team-based skills, developed through significant project work during the course
Enhanced communication skills through scheduled presentations to lecturers and peers
Improved understanding of the business and social context of their work and awareness of new directions
Development of research skills to enable contribution of novel ideas, methods and tools to new challenges in their professional careers.
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical and Manufacturing engineering go hand in hand, but each is quite distinct. Mechanical engineering focuses on the efficient use of material, strength, structure, movement in the manufacture and operation of products and systems. Manufacturing engineering, meanwhile, concentrates on converting materials from one form to another, the processes and systems, ranging from basic assembly (e.g. inhalers) to high-tech manufacture (e.g. electric vehicles). With the two disciplines combined, this degree offers an impressive background in engineering.
The four-year BEng (Honours) degree has four academic themes, with each theme addressing a particular aspect of mechanical and manufacturing engineering. Students have the option to do a fifth year and graduate with a Masters.
The themes are:
Fundamental Skills – Mathematics, Computing, Data Analytics, Simulation
Engineering Mechanics – Machines, Materials, Thermofluids, Dynamics and Control
Design and Manufacture – Product Design, Manufacturing Processes and Systems, Lean and Six Sigma
Professional – Project Management, Professional Development, Work Placement, Ethics
An average mark over 50% in Years 1 and 2 gives you the option to transfer to the integrated 5-year Masters programme where, in addition to the longer paid work placement (INTRA) for 10 months, the extra modules in the Year 5 allows you a choice to graduate with an option of Majors.
Electronic and Computer Engineering
This single programme, with four major options in Year Four, replaces and combines the best of DCU’s previous offerings in Electronic Engineering, Digital Media Engineering and Information and Communications Engineering.
You’ll be taught through conventional lectures, extensive tutorials (particularly in Year One), laboratory exercises and projects. Through these you’ll develop the ability to model and analyse the dynamics of a wide range of technological systems, as well as learn a creative and innovative approach to problem solving. The curriculum of the first three years and the 22.5 credits of core modules in Year Four are common to all ECE students.
In addition to the traditional engineering focus on mathematics and design, there is a strong software and programming theme running through our ECE programme. You’ll learn about C, C++, Java, Embedded Systems, Linux and Windows Operating Systems, Data Structures and Algorithms, Hardware Description Language, Object-oriented Programming, and in two of the Year Four majors, Web Application Development.
In Year Three, you’ll participate in a six-month INTRA work placement. Most students choose a paid engineering internship with a business in Ireland, but some students may go abroad or be placed in research positions within DCU.
In Year Four, you’ll select a major option and gain relevant skills through major-specific modules and an individual undergraduate project. Currently the course offers the following four majors, which we’ll adapt over time so that our graduates have the most relevant and up-to-date technology and expertise:
ECE with a major in Systems and Devices—This is a specialisation in core electronics and semiconductor technologies that underpin research priority areas from sensors, diagnostics, medical devices, digital control of mechatronic systems to optical communications and novel materials.
ECE with a major in High-Speed Communication—This focusses on devices communicating to devices at high speed, for example, optical networks and high-speed wireless technologies. It underpins research priority areas in next-generation networks that support evolving demands from devices and applications.
ECE with a major in Digital Interaction—This takes you into the realms of humans communicating to devices, and devices communicating to the world. It underpins research priority areas in human-machine interfaces. Key Year Four modules in this area include 3D Interface Technologies, Web Application Development and Image Processing & Analysis.
ECE with a major in the Internet of Things—The Internet transformed the world of human access to knowledge and information in unimaginable ways; the Internet of Things is about to unleash an almost inconceivable transformation of the man-made environment in which we live. It focusses on devices communicating to and through the Internet. This major underpins research priority areas in smart cities and energy efficient devices and networks.
In Year Four you’ll also do an individual major-relevant project that will allow you to work in a specialist area of your choosing and apply the electronic and computer engineering skills that you will have acquired during your studies.
Six months (usually paid) INTRA work experience in Year Three
Year Four choice of majors in Systems and Devices, High-Speed Communications, Digital Interaction or The Internet of Things
High level of graduate recruitment by SME and multinational employers in the electronics sector, at home and abroad
International engineering accreditation through the Washington Accord
Management (Strategy) DC514
The MSc in Management (Strategy) enhances the knowledge skills, and competencies of students who already have an undergraduate degree in business, but who wish to develop a deeper competency in business strategy and management at Master’s level.
The programme provides you with highly sought-after skills and competencies to assess and contribute to strategic thinking, analysis, decision-making, strategy formulation and strategy execution in organisations.
You’ll gain applied knowledge through real work with assigned industry clients and by the end of the programme, you will have developed into a strong and confident business professional.
Management (Business) DC510
The MSc in Management (Business) is designed for people who do not have an undergraduate degree in management or business, but who would like to have a thorough preparation for a career in management.
You’ll be introduced to the core disciplines of business such as accounting, economics, HRM and marketing, while developing the range of skills necessary to operate successfully in a business environment. These include analytical, technical, teamworking, presentation, report writing and communication skills.
You’ll gain applied knowledge through real work with assigned industry clients and by the end of the programme, you will have developed into a strong and confident business professional.
Human Resource Management DC632
The objectives of the programme are to provide graduates with:
An in-depth understanding of the theories and conceptual frameworks underpinning people management.
Insights into the latest developments in HRM.
An understanding of the strategic level of analysis at which business decisions are made and of the links between management of human resources, business strategy, finance and performance.
Expertise in cross-cultural management, industrial relations and managing human resources internationally.
Opportunities to acquire the professional competencies required to work successfully in a human resource management environment or as a manager engaged in managing human resources.
The skills to undertake and implement organisational level research.
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The only Masters of its kind in Ireland to recognised by the Society of HRM, the largest global HR professional body.
A strong focus on leadership and personal and career development, and the application of theory to the practice of HRM
Graduates will qualify for associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development
Ranked in the World’s Top 30 MSc in Human Resource Management by Eduniversal Best Masters Rankings 2016
DCU Business School is accredited by AACSB, a standard reached by only 5% of business schools worldwide reflecting its established international reputation for high quality graduates.
