About BSc in Computing in Multimedia Programming

What is Multimedia Programming?

Multimedia (or digital media) is a dynamic and ever-evolving industry that offers excellent career opportunities for talented students. It refers to the use of different types of audiovisual data, or media, in computer applications. These media include images, animations, video clips and sound clips.

Multimedia Programming refers to the creation and development of these multimedia computer applications. Examples include computer games, web sites, mobile applications and e-learning applications.

You will learn the skills and knowledge required to work in the IT industry. You will study computer programming (using Java), and how computers and the Internet work. You will also study specific multimedia subjects, including web development, and multimedia design and programming. The concepts required to create complex multimedia applications are just as important, and this often requires the use of applied mathematics concepts, such as using the theory of velocity, acceleration and friction to plot the motion of a car in a computer game.

Please note: Mathematics is an integral part of the programme and is covered in the first two years.

AT IADT, you will develop the personal and professional skills to work as a mature, self-confident professional in the IT industry, and specifically the multimedia/digital media sector. The programme provides you with a specialisation in the technical design and implementation of complex multimedia systems.

Aims and Objectives

What will I be able to do when I graduate?

Most graduates progress to DL142, IADT’s BSc (Honours) in Computing in Multimedia Systems / Web Engineering (Level 8 Award). You can also continue your studies at Honours Degree level in other institutions of Higher Education in Ireland or abroad.

Graduates from this programme have found employment in games development, web application development, computer-based training and e-Learning application development, software development, and project management.

What subjects will I study?

Year 1

Computer Technology, The Internet, Programming, Multimedia Authoring, Digital Media Production Techniques, Computer Modelling, Contemporary Issues in Multimedia

Year 2

Computer Architecture and Operating Systems, Internet Programming, Software Production, Multimedia Authoring II, Multimedia Communications Techniques, Computer Modelling II

Year 3

Computer Networks and Distributed Systems, Object-Oriented Programming, Multimedia Programming, Database Management Systems, Digital Media Entrepreneurship, Project

Are there any costs for materials and/or field trips?

Purchase of USB sticks, CD-Rom, DVDs, headphones, microphones, etc.: approx. €50 per year.

Purchase of digital camera (desirable): from €100 to €400.

What are the Entry Requirements?

Leaving Certificate Examination (or equivalent) with a minimum of grade D in five subjects which must include Mathematics and English. Foundation level Maths is not acceptable.

Any FETAC level 5 and level 6 Award may be used for application to this programme.

We welcome applications from mature students, who must apply to the CAO.