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Computing (Universal Design and Assistive Technology) – (M.Sc.)
Dublin Institute of Technology
Postgraduate Admissions
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 430 - | ||
| Location: | Dublin / Ireland / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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MSc in Computing (Universal Design and Assistive Technology) programme focuses on understanding the principles of universal design in a range of contexts and based on this understanding the designing, developing, testing and using of Assistive Technologies. Additionally it will provide graduates with a set of I.T. skills that are highly in demand particularly with relation to the accessibility of software.
Please note due to the great demand for our programmes early applications are assessed when received and dealt with promptly. Therefore it is advisable to make early applications for an early response. If you do not yet have your final degree results this will not hinder your application as we are happy to issue conditional offer letters in such circumstances.
Award
Postgraduate Certificate in Computing (Universal Design and Assistive Technology) or Postgraduate Diploma in Computing (Universal Design and Assistive Technology) or MSc Computing (Universal Design and Assistive Technology).
Career Opportunities
Graduates completing the MSc will be qualified to take up a strong analytical role in assistive technology or software development teams providing advice, guidance and planning for universal design and accessibility.
Contents
The Core modules are:
* Foundations of Assistive Technology
* Universal Design
* Man and Machine
* User-Centred Design
* ICT Regulation and Professional Issues
* Software Project Management
* Problem Solving, Communication and Innovation
* Case Studies in computing
* Research Writing & Scientific Literature
* Research Methods and Proposal Writing
* Research Project and Dissertation
The option modules are
* Advanced Databases
* Systems Architectures
* Visualisation
* Geographic Information Systems
* Security
* Ubiquitous Computing
* Assistive Technology Professional Skills I
* Assistive Technology Professional Skills II
* Dyslexia and Assistive Technology
* Accessible Web Design
* Inclusive Learning Through Technology
* Knowledge Management Tools and Techniques
* Knowledge Acquisition and Modelling
* Biomedical Devices
* Robotics
The options offered each year are subject to timetabling restrictions and student numbers.
Assessment
Each module requires students to complete practical work during the semester and may require that they sit examinations at the end of the semester in which the module is delivered. Examinations for Semester 1 are held in January and those for Semester 2 are held in May.
Timetable / Hours
Teaching generally will be held Monday to Wednesday subject to timetabling. Attendance on Saturdays for is required for the Case Studies module and may be required for some optional modules. Timetabled hours are calculated based on the requirement to complete 100 teaching and learning hours for 5 ECTS credits. The timetabled hours depends on the number of modules taken. The part-time programme is modular and flexible, allowing students to complete the programme over a longer period of time should they choose.
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Requirements
The minimum admission requirements for entry to the MSc programme are:
(1) B.Sc. (Honours 2.2. or better) in Computer Science or an allied discipline with computer science as a significant programme component.
Or
(2) Assistive Technology practitioners with at least 2 years experience with a significant working knowledge of ICT and a Bachelors (Honours 2.2. or better).
Note: Due to the considerable competition for our postgraduate programmes satisfying the minimum entry requirement is not a guarantee of a place. Depending on the programme of study applications will be assessed based on your academic grades and may also take into account your work/life experience. Applicants may also be required to attend for interview for specific programmes.
Non Standard Entry: Applicants who do not hold a 2.2 honours degree can be considered for a place as an exceptional case if they have substantial experience and their case is approved by the School of Computing and the College of Science Exceptional Case Committee.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
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