Year 1: Foundations - Learning to Build
| Semester 1 |
| Programming |
| Computing Concepts |
| Digital Media Prototyping + Web Design |
| IADT Connect |
| Semester 2 |
| Integrated Project |
| Introduction to Databases |
| Web Development |
| IADT Year 1 Workshop |
DL836 BSc [Hons] Creative Computing
Apply creativity and technical skills to design and build real digital products. Learn how to create apps, websites, and interactive experiences by combining programming, visual design, and problem-solving. Focus on understanding how people use what you create, and graduate with the ability to build technology that is not only functional, but also intuitive and engaging.
What will I do?
Design and build real digital products while developing core computing skills. No portfolio is required to apply but a strong portfolio is built during the course through real projects.
- Design and build apps, websites and interactive experiences from your own ideas
- Learn to program using Java, JavaScript and modern web technologies
- Create digital products using graphics, audio, video and animation
- Develop skills in areas such as AI, data visualisation, gaming and VR/AR (Years 3 & 4)
- Work on real projects with industry partners, including a placement in Year 3
- Study abroad through Erasmus opportunities in Europe
- Learn in small classes with a focus on practical, hands-on work
- Work with emerging technologies, including AI, to design and build new types of digital products
Recent Student Projects
What modules will I study?
What will I be able to do when I graduate?
Graduate with a portfolio of real work and the skills to move directly into industry.
80% of graduates were employed within 6 months of graduating (2024 Graduate Outcomes Survey).
Graduates work in companies such as SAP, Workday, Google, Microsoft, Accenture, IBM, Vodafone, Eir and BT Ireland.
Typical roles include:
- Web and app developer
- UX and interaction designer
- Game developer
- Project manager
- Database or systems administrator
There are also opportunities to continue into postgraduate study, including MSc UX Design, MSc Cyberpsychology or a Masters by Research.
Each student graduates with a public online portfolio showcasing their final project – explore the work in our graduate exhibition.