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CAO Course Detail

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Course Code:
GY350
Title:
Computer Science and Information Technology
College:
NUI Galway
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
Duration:
4 Years

 

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Computers & Software
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Accountant
Bank / Financial Manager
Business Analyst
Business Consultant
Data engineer/operator
Data Steward
Database Administrator
Front Office Junior Manager
Management Accountant
Network Administrator
Payroll Manager
Project Manager, Software Design
Software Production Co-ordinator
Taxation Consultant
Travel Agency Manager
Web Developer
Area Sales Manager
Business Advisor
Company Secretary
Computer System Manager
Financial Adviser
Financial Dealer
Information Systems Manager
Management Associate
Managing Director
Recruitment Team Leader
Retail Manager
School Principal
Change Manager
Computer Applications Programmer / Analyst
Computer Games Tester
Economist
Engineer - Computer Hardware
Engineer - Electronic
Engineer - Software
Engineer - Telecommunications
Forensic Computer Analyst
IT Manager
IT Project Manager
IT Systems Analyst
IT Technical Support Representative
Localisation Co-ordinator
Risk Analyst
Technical Support Representative
Software Localisation Technicians
Data Architect
Health & Safety Manager
   


 
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Information technology (IT) is a general term used to describe a wide range of activities involving the design and usage of computers. These generally involve making information easier and faster to access, but the field is constantly expanding into areas such as communications, entertainment, business, science, and robotics.

This course focuses on computer programming and software development.



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Nationally and internationally, the computing and telecommunications industries are experiencing phenomenal growth, with many different opportunities to develop a rewarding and fulfilling career. The potential for job variety is almost limitless, as people with IT skills are needed for positions in: software development, manufacturing, music recording, education, mass-media, and financial services.

 

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GY350 - Computer Science and Information Technology
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CAO Points 
2012 Points 415
History:


2011 - 390 2010 - 325
2009 - 315
2008 - 325
2007 - 320
2006 - 330
2005 - 310
2004 - 260
2003 - 255
2002 - 225
2001 - 385
2000 - 415
1999 - 435*
1998 - 440
1997 - 445

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