2-Term Pathway - International Foundation Programme - Continue to Bachelor of Science - Computer Science (LM121)

Program Description

The International Foundation Program is a one year full-time program designed to offer international students an alternative route to undergraduate study.  This program is suitable for international students who do not hold qualifications equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate or who need a further boost to their English language skills.

By the end of the course it is expected that students will:

• have reached the required academic standard to study at UL
  
• have reached the English language level requirements for entry to UL
• be prepared for the linguistic demands of a degree course
• have demonstrated the necessary study skills for completion of their chosen course

Upon successful completion of the International Foundation Program, students will proceed to their degree program. 

LM121 Computer Science Common Entry is designed to provide you with a gateway to better choice if you’re unsure which area you’d like to study. You can avail of a broad common first year which will introduce you to various topics in Computing. Having gained a better understanding of each subject area, you then choose your preferred pathway to specialize for the remainder of your degree program. At UL, you get to try before you decide.

LM121 Computer Science is a gateway from Year 1 to a degree in either:

• BSc. Computer Systems
  
• BSc. in Cyber Security and IT Forensics
  
• BSc. Computer Games Development
  

The Faculty of Science and Engineering currently offers a number of degree programs oriented around computer science. This program allows you to take a variety of subjects centered on Computer Science (Common Entry) before deciding to choose a specific program.

• The Computer Systems degree is a blend of typical computer science and software engineering degree programs; with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and data science
  
• Cyber Security and IT Forensics focuses on the construction of safe and secure networks and systems of the future.
  
• Computer Games Development concentrates on approaches and technologies for the design and implementation of intelligent games.
  

In all of the programs, you will learn to develop mobile applications and web/ cloud systems applicable to a broad set of areas such as connected health, smart cities, smart homes, entertainment, communication, and automation. Each degree pathways requires three years of study in addition to the one introductory year for LM121.