Study Software Development - Higher Diploma at University of Limerick in Ireland, Faculty of Science and Engineering

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Higher Diploma in Software Development is a fulltime conversion programme for non-ICT graduates wishing to enter the IT sector. The course will provide participants with fundamental theoretical and practical skills, abilities and knowledge to gain a comprehensive intermediate understanding of software development. Programme delivery is Monday-Friday, similar to any fulltime on-campus UL programme. The programme has been designed in consultation with a number of national and international IT businesses and enterprises that are based in Ireland to ensure that it meets the skills needs of industry. The course content will address the skills shortages for ICT by developing learners’ knowledge and skills, in programming, web-based application, databases and software quality and software test as well as giving students a work placement. Please note we will need to correspond with you by email throughout the application process.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

€7,502.00 (US$ 8,040) per year

Tuition fee includes student levy fee of €102

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

University of Limerick

University of Limerick, Limerick,

Limerick,

V94 T9PX, Munster, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

A level 8 qualification in a non-computing discipline is the key requirement. Preference will be given to candidates with a second-class honours degree or higher. Applicants may be required to undertake an interview and satisfy the course admission team that they have the ability to complete and benefit from this course. Shortlisting of applicants may take place. The recognition of prior learning and prior experiential learning as per university policy will be applied to this course. Applicants are required to meet the University of Limerick English Language requirements To be eligible for Springboard+ funding applicants must be resident in the state. Please note you may be required to verify your Nationality and Residency status.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.