Computer Science for Teachers (Level 9 Certificate)
This programme will support teachers who wish to upskill in Computer Science providing them with the formal qualification to add to their existing recognised teaching subjects. The programme aims to develop and foster learners’ creativity and problem solving, along with their ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Learners will apply the fundamental practices and concepts of Computer Science and develop an appreciation of the diverse role of computing technology in society and the environment in which they live. This programme will nurture learners’ interests and passions and empower them to engage confidently and actively in the application of Computer Science and the education of others.
Industry
Focus
Our course content is aligned with industry requirements
Blended
Delivery
This course is delivered both online and on campus
Career
opportunities
This course will allow for clear career and educational progression
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Status: REGISTER YOUR INTEREST (SEPT-23)
LEVEL
09
DURATION
1 Year
DEPARTMENT
Information Technology
START DATE
TBC
COURSE TYPE
Flexible & Professional
LOCATION
Thurles
This programme will support teachers who wish to upskill in Computer Science providing them with the formal qualification to add to their existing recognised teaching subjects. The programme aims to develop and foster learners’ creativity and problem solving, along with their ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Learners will apply the fundamental practices and concepts of Computer Science and develop an appreciation of the diverse role of computing technology in society and the environment in which they live. This programme will nurture learners’ interests and passions and empower them to engage confidently and actively in the application of Computer Science and the education of others.
Register Your Interest (Sept-23)
What are the entry requirements?
(a) A minimum PASS honours bachelor degree (Level 8) in a cognate discipline or
(b) A minimum PASS honours bachelor degree (Level 8) in a non-cognate discipline with considerable experience and/or ability evidenced by an RPL portfolio of prior experience and learning
or
(c) Equivalent Qualifications. Applicants with equivalent qualifications on the European and International frameworks will also be considered. International students must evidence a proficiency in English language (IELTS 6.0).
What modules will I study?
Content
Coding and Computational Thinking | 10 credits |
This module will provide learners with the knowledge and skills to teach coding and computational thinking using project based learning techniques. The core strands of this module include problem solving, coding concepts and application development. | |
Web Development | 5 credits |
The module will develop the knowledge, skills sets and competencies of learners in the area of Website Design and Development. | |
Coding for Embedded Systems | 10 credits |
This module will provide learners with an opportunity to examine the design and development of applications for embedded systems. | |
Computer Systems and Networks | 5 credits |
This module will explore key computer systems and networking concepts including computer architecture, storage, data communications and network models. | |
Are there opportunities for further study?
Postgraduate Diploma of Science in Computing – (Computer Science for Teachers) (Level 9 – 60 credits)
TUS | Postgraduate Diploma of Science in Computing – (Computer Science for Teachers) (lit.ie)
Master of Science in Computing – (Computer Science for Teachers) (Level 9 – 90 credits)
TUS | Master of Science in Computing (Computer Science for Teachers) (lit.ie)
What are the career prospects?
This programme has been designed to facilitate teachers to upskill in a new cognate area in parallel with their teaching workload. The individual modules have been designed specifically with the teacher and their students in mind to ensure that the content, learning outcomes and assessment are appropriate and relevant to the educational context. The concept of the teacher as a researcher underpins every aspect of the programme, as teachers will be required to engage with emerging trends and best practice, from a subject content perspective as well as the incorporation of that content in the classroom.
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Delivery
Blended and online learning provides a flexible route of study for students, which enable various degrees of autonomy and self-regulation in the learning process. This programme will be delivered in a blended learning approach with a number of workshops supplemented by weekly online content and will run subject to a sufficient number of eligible applications received by the closing date.
Assessment/Examinations
No examinations, all modules 100% Assessment
Qualification
Certificate of Science in Computing (Computer Science for Teachers) (Level 9, 30 Credits)
Application Deadline
TBC for September 2023
For queries relating to the course
Contact: Pamela O’Brien
Email: Pamela.OBrien@lit.ie
Fees
The fee as of the academic year 2022/2023 is €3,300
Payment Plan
A structured payment plan option is available on programmes with a minimum duration of 9 months and where the programme fee exceeds €1,000. If your programme of study meets this criteria and you are interested in setting up a structured payment plan further information can be obtained by clicking on the drop down box Fees: Flexible Learning Programmes and scroll down to Structured Payment Plan Option via the below link Click here for all Flexible Learning Policies & Procedures
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