Transition to the thriving Technology sector with Free Masters and Skills Conversion Courses at DIT
12th August 2011
The technology sector in Ireland is thriving. Over 2,500 jobs have been created in the sector since January, and demand for skilled individuals across an array of disciplines is growing.
According to a recent bulletin from the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs occupations where there are skills shortages and vacancies include: Software engineers: particularly, designers and developers with specific skill sets (e.g. Linux, VB .NET, Ruby on Rails, Java, C# and C++); demand is particularly strong for those with a combination of IT skills (most often C++, Java and Summit). Other technology areas that are expected to perform strongly in the coming years are cloud computing and data analytics, for which Ireland is well placed to acquire a considerable share of the international market.
DIT is addressing this demand through a variety of programmes including the development of tailor made conversion courses. The School of Computing at DIT offers courses at Masters and other levels to applicants who wish to transition into the thriving ICT sector from other sectors. These programmes are suitable for individuals with diverse backgrounds, including architecture, law, finance, business and engineering, as well as others who wish to develop further their skills in Computing and IT, and acquire a high quality qualification.
Despite the recession, Ireland has retained the ability to attract jobs in the ICT sector, with over 2,500 new high-tech jobs having been announced in 2011 alone, and over 7,000 jobs since the recession began in 2008. Computing jobs remain among the most difficult for employers to fill in Ireland. According to Ciaran O’Leary, School of Computing, DIT; “Now is an opportune time to secure employment in this thriving sector and DIT is offering a number of ICT courses providing individuals with a recognised qualification in the area as well as excellent employment prospects.”
DIT's part time programmes are designed to be flexible and highly relevant for industry. Many of these programmes include structured placement and experiential learning opportunities, and all have been designed to meet very clear needs from industry, with strong industry involvement in the design. Programmes are available without fees for Springboard applicants. Applications are also invited for full-time and part-time students for Masters and Bachelors programmes.
Postgraduate Courses
- DT217 MSc in Computing: Complete a Masters over two years. Different streams for students with and without a background in computing.
- DT231A PG Certificate in Software Development: One year conversion course for applicants without a background in computing.
- DT762 CPD Diploma in Computing: Complete one year of your choice of modules. For both applicants with and without a background in computing.
Degrees
- DT249 BSc (Honours) in Information Systems & IT: One year course for students with BSc (Ordinary) to top up to BSc (Honours)
- DT770 BSc (Ordinary) in Information Systems & IT: One year course for students with Higher Certificate to top up to BSc (Ordinary)
Higher Certificates
- DT263 Higher Certificate in Computing: One year course for students with professional computing experience or academic computing experience to gain a Higher Certificate
- DT761 Higher Certificate in Science & Technology: Two year course that allows specialisation in Computing, Mathematics, or Science. No background in Computing or Science required.
Skills Training
- DT773 CPD Diploma in Systems Administration: 7 month course to learn system administration skills such as networking, and scripting. No background in Computing required. Applicants must have level 5 qualification or higher.
- DT767 CPD Diploma in Software Testing: 7 month course to gain highly sought after software testing skills in the Irish employment market. No background in Computing required. Applicants must have level 6 qualification or higher.
- DT783 CPD Diploma in Computer Games & Ludology: 7 month course to learn how to program and build computer games. Background in Computing desirable. Applicants must have level 6 qualification or higher.
- DT786 CPD Diploma in Geographic Information Systems: 9 month course to learn advanced IT skills in specialist area. No background in Computing required. Must have level 7 qualification or higher.
- DT781 CPD Diploma in Accessible Web Design: 7 month course to learn how to design, build and evaluate web site to a global standard. No background in Computing required. Applicants must have level 6 qualification or higher.
Find out more
Visit us on our open day in DIT Kevin Street at 11:00am – 2.00pm on Thursday, 18th August 2011
See http://www.comp.dit.ie/website07/ and www.dit.ie/upskill
