Study Computer Science, Mathematics and Philosophy in an accelerated three-year Bachelor of Science degree.
Learn how to combine human creativity with the power of computers to solve problems.
Examine the essentials of theoretical computer science and their mathematical foundations.
You will have the option of undertaking a 1-year work placement or study abroad between 2nd and 3rd year (subject to availability).
Why choose this degree
Acquire hands-on programming skills, advanced problem-solving techniques, and learning to think logically and analytically when approaching complex problems developing your creativity and communication skills.
Study Philosophy (seeking to understand and analyse human knowledge and thinking) and Advanced Mathematics.
The Department of Computer Science at Maynooth University was founded in 1987 and is located in the Eolas Building, a 20M state-of-the-art ICT hub. Our laboratories and equipment provide excellent facilities for practical work and all our courses include a mix of lectures and lab work.
Career Options:
Our BSc Computational Thinking has been specifically designed to answer calls from industry for graduates with strong analytical competence, problem solving skills and the ability to think critically. Graduates enjoy outstanding career prospects across a range of areas such as software development and analysis, mathematical and financial modelling, bioinformatics, cryptography and security.
Postgraduate study options currently include:
MSc Geocomputation, MSc Computer Science (Software Engineering)
PhD Computer Science (Research)
MSc in Data Science and Analytics
PhD Statistics/Data Science
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
Expected July 2025
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Start date
February 2025
Maynooth University
Maynooth University, Maynooth,
MAYNOOTH,
Kildare,
W23 F2H6, Leinster, Republic of Ireland
Students must have completed a Leaving Certificate equivalent to the Ireland Leaving Certificate.
IELTS - 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band; TOEFL internet-based test - iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in all other sections; Pearson Test of English - 63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section; Duolingo English Test (DET) - 120 with no less than 110 in literacy, conversation, and comprehension subscores and no less than 95 in production. (This lower production subscore applies to non-EU applicants only), Cambridge Proficiency Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge Advanced Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge First Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English First Certificate, Grade A (CEFR Level C1); ETAPP - C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Oxford Test of English - 140 with no less than 125 in each skill; Trinity College London ISE - ISE III with at least merit in each skill category. International Baccalaureate – English A1, A2, or B5 at Higher Level (4at either Level if presenting IB through English) NOTE: Applicants whose school-leaving examinations are more than two years old should present additional proof of English.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Maynooth is an internationally esteemed ‘young’ university with a rich heritage, offering an excellent student learning experience.
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