Courses in Carlow

This course focuses on the development of creative skills through performance, composition, technology and contextual study. It is designed for performers who wish to develop their technical performance skills, creativity and musicianship in conjunction with music industry studies. The course combines a study of instrumental techniques as well as music theory and practice with the…

Accounting is a vital part of any organisation’s operations. Accountants provide essential information and professional advice to help individuals and organisations make the right financial and business decisions. This three-year honours Accounting Degree programme will equip students with a high level of competence in accountancy, information technology and management skills. Modules include: Economics; Business Law;…

This four-year honours degree programme equips students with a broad skill-base ensuring graduates will have a wide range of career options. The first two years of this programme provides students with a foundation in business and subjects are common for all students. After two years, students separate into their chosen specialist area from a choice…

Historically, the disciplines of business and law have been closely associated in both the public and private sector. In the global economy, businesses deal with more complex issues concerning government regulations and international trade policies. Equally, legal expertise is required to contend with constantly evolving commercial organisations and business practices. This four-year honours degree programme…

IT security is the practice of safeguarding information from unauthorised access and modification. While cybercrime is illegal activity carried out with technology. This programme aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills required to prevent, detect and recover from cybercrime. Graduates should be capable of identifying IT system vulnerabilities and have the ability to…

IT (Information Technology) Management involves the coordination of complex computer systems in organisations including the selection, installation and maintenance of all computing technologies. This is a critical role in any organisation as the efficient management of IT is vitally important for all aspects of a business, from customer service to finance, sales, manufacturing, storage and…

Software development is the computer programming, documenting, testing, and bug fixing involved in creating and maintaining applications and frameworks during a software release life cycle and resulting in a software product. In the broad sense, it includes everything from concept through to the final production of software. It can include identification of required software, analysis…

IT security is the practice of safeguarding information from unauthorised access and modification. While cybercrime is illegal activity carried out with technology. This programme aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills required to prevent, detect and recover from cybercrime. Graduates should be capable of identifying IT system vulnerabilities and have the ability to…

IT (Information Technology) Management involves the coordination of complex computer systems in organisations, including the selection, installation and maintenance of all computing technologies. This is a critical role as the efficient management of IT is vitally important for all aspects of a business, from customer service to finance, sales, manufacturing, storage and delivery. This three-year…

Software development is the set of activities that results in software products. Software is everywhere in our lives: from mobile phones to business systems and cloud based services. Software developers work in collaborative teams to solve real problems. This three-year programme equips students with the skills required to work in a diverse range of areas…

Secure Network Operations Special Purpose Award is designed to provide Networking Professionals with the skills required to securely manage networks.  Secure Network Operations Special Purpose Award is designed to provide Networking Professionals with the skills required to securely manage networks. Building on existing networking know how this certificate will provide the learner with knowledge of…

Secure Software Development Special Purpose Award is designed to give Software Professionals the skills they need to securely design, develop and assess software systems. Building on existing software development skills this certificate will provide the learner with cyber security tools and techniques to enable them to play an essential role in ensuring the software they…

Secure Systems Architecture Special Purpose Award is designed to provide the experienced Systems Architect with the cyber security skills needed by a Secure Systems Architect. Building on the existing knowledge of a Systems Architect, this certificate will provide the learner with tools and techniques to support them in making informed security decisions when designing and…

Historically, the disciplines of business and law have been closely associated in both the public and private sector. In the global economy, businesses deal with more complex issues concerning government regulations and international trade policies. Equally the law has to contend with constantly evolving commercial organisations and business practices. With the expansions of the legal…

Accounting is one of the most important parts of any organisation. Accountants provide essential information and professional advice to help individuals and organisations make the right financial and business decisions. This two-year programme will equip students with a foundation level of competence in accountancy and information technology skills. Modules include: financial accounting; quantitative techniques; business…

Computing is the study of how computers and computer systems work and how they are constructed and programmed. As computing increasingly impacts on every aspect of our lives, it is also becoming a more evolved and complex area. While computing may be of general interest to students, its often difficult to know which area of…