• » Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing with Computer Games Development

    Programme Title  Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing with Computer Games Development
    CAO Code  Add-on programme, not available via CAO
    LYIT internal code  LY_KGAME_B
    Duration  1 year post level 7 Bachelor degree
    Standard Code Places:  24
    National Framework Level  8
    Award Type  Major
    Awarding Body  LYIT, under Delegated Authority from HETAC
    Is this Programme for Me?
    Ireland is the worlds' largest exporter of Computer Software. This means that there are excellent opportunities for finding well-paid employment when you graduate. Additionally, because computers are used in almost every area of modern life, the range of opportunities and types of jobs which are open to computing graduates means that the chances of having a career you enjoy are excellent.
    Minimum Academic Entry Requirements
    Successful completion of the level 7 Bachelor of Science in Computing with Computer Games Development or an equivalent level 7 qualification with 180 ECTS credits and appropriate learning outcomes. If there are more applicants than there are places available, applicants will be selected on merit.
    The emphasis in this degree programme will be on individual independent learning. Students will require a high level of motivation and maturity and should be capable of working in a team and of completing large assignments and research projects
    What will I have to study?
    Year/SemesterModulesMandatory/
    Elective    		No of creditsClass hours per week
     4/7  Legal, Ethical & Social Issues in Computing Mandatory  5  4
     Software Engineering Mandatory  5  4
     Project Preparation Mandatory  5  4
     Game Development for Mobile Devices 1 Mandatory  5  4
     Game Programming with Direct X Mandatory  5  4
     Animation and 3D Modelling for Middleware Applications Elective  5  4
     Games Physics and Modelling Elective  5  4
     4/8  Graphs & Algorithms Mandatory  5  4
     Development Project Mandatory  10  4
     Game Development for Mobile Devices 2 Mandatory  5  4
     Business and Computer Games Mandatory  5  4
     Middleware and Game Engine Architecture Elective  5  4
     XNA Game Programming Elective  5  4
    Learning Outcomes
    This level 8 programme is designed to build on the knowledge gained on the level 7 BSc in Computing with Computer Games Development. It will broaden the scope and depth of this knowledge and give the graduate the skills required to carry out a range of both technical and managerial roles within organisations.
    Are there follow-up Programmes Available?
    Progression to programmes leading to Masters Degree (by research), or a Doctoral Degree (by research), are available internally at LYIT or through a range of other Institutes of Technology and Universities in Ireland and abroad.
    Progression internationally to some second cycle (e.g. 'Bologna Masters') degree programmes.
    Career Opportunities
    Current forecasts about the future of the computing industry in Ireland are excellent. It is projected that students who enter third level colleges this year are likely to find there are more professional computing jobs available when they graduate than there are computing graduates to fill them.
    The global computer games industry is an area with enormous potential for development. Worldwide, the value of the computer games industry is in excess of €85 billion. Although the Computer Games industry in Ireland is still quite young it is growing fast and the Irish Government has targeted this area for particular growth in the future.
    Advances in technology will be at the centre of this anticipated growth. These include: advances in console and mobile technology for games; periodic cycles of innovation in technology for CGA and SFX; the development of new mobile phone technology, portable digital music devices etc; and the increased rollout of broadband technology, which is facilitating the emergence of interactive/on-demand entertainment services.
    For independent information on employment and salaries in the IT industry see the following report which covers 2010-2011: Jobs and Salaries in IT.
    This course begins in September each year. How to Apply
    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
    • Contact Thomas Dowling, Head of Department of Computing, Letterkenny Institute of Technology by
    • E- Mail: thomas.dowling@lyit.ie
    • Telephone: (074) 918 6304