Advanced Software Development Level 6 (6M0691)
This advanced course with Moate Business College is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in Software Development and IT. It enables Level 5 Software Development or Computer Programming students to progress and develop their skills. AIT facilitates all students, who have completed this Level 6 programme, direct entry to Year Two of their Software Development courses. This arrangement will provide successful Level 6 graduates from this course with a fantastic opportunity to obtain a degree from AIT in as little as two academic years.
The course prepares participants for careers in Software Development, Computer Programming and Technical Support as well as progression to Third level Institutes and
Colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme including direct entry to the second year of some degree programmes. Students are given training in job interview= techniques and CV preparation. Visits to companies are also organised with a view to possible internships.
Entry Requirements
- Relevant QQI Level 5 Award
- Mature students (23+) are welcome to apply
Course Content
- Object-Oriented Programming (6N2108)
- Graphical User Interface Programming (6N0736)
- Software Architecture (6N1449)
- Mobile Technology (6N3395)
- Web Development (6N1277)
- Project Management (6N4090)
- Communications (6N1950)
- Work Experience (6N1946) or Personal &
- Professional Development (6N1277)
- Mathematics (6N3395)
Career Opportunities
This course provides the basic platform for finding employment in the IT sector, or as a pathway to further studies. There are a wide range of opportunities in the sector, including:
- Software Engineering
- Technical Support
- Games Design
- Software Testing
- Computer Operations
- Cloud computing
- App development
- Banking
- Health Boards
- Civil Service Local Authority Offices
- IT Administration
- Computer Forensics & Security