Further Education
2025-2026

Further Education 2025-2026

Programming and Software Development with Cyber Security 5M0529

This one year Programming and Software Development with Cyber Security is to develop skills and knowledge required in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. Students study a range of coding subjects, which reflects the versatility that IT has in society today. The course is oriented towards the development of technical skills such as Programming, Application Development, Cyber security and problem solving. This course may also be of interest to graduates with qualifications in non-computer disciplines who wish to pursue training in this area. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.

Course Content
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity (Cisco Networking Academy)

  • Programming & Design Principles 5N2927

  • Fundamentals of OOP 5N0541

  • Software Architecture 5N2772

  • Maths for Information Technology 5N18396

  • Team working 5N1367

  • Database Methods 5N0783

  • Communications 5N0690

  • Work Experience 5N1356

  • Mobile Technologies 5N0580

Optional Module: Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths as an extra module. Cybersecurity Essentials (Cisco Networking Academy)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Programming and Software Development 5M0529

Entry Requirements
  • Successful completion of QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent
  • Pre admission guidance meeting
  • Mature applicants welcome
Fees

Student Contribution: €175

QQI Exam Fee €50

Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.

Progression

Graduates of this course can apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme to pursue higher and advanced certificate or degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities, and Universities. The number of places available may be limited. Applicants should verify specific linked awards and eligibility criteria with the respective Higher Education Institution.

Career Opportunities include: Graduates may obtain employment in a diverse range of sectors to include administration, IT maintenance and computer based technology to include programming and software development.

3rd Level Progression Examples:

University of Galway

  • Arts Mathematics and Education

  • Business Information Systems

  • Mathematical Science

  • Physics

  • Genetics and Genomics

Atlantic Technological University (ATU),Galway:

  • Business Information Systems

  • Software and Electrical Engineering

  • Computing and Software Development

  • Computing and Digital Media

For more information on third level progression links, visit:

Adult and Part time Education

Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.

Erasmus+

Students may have the opportunity to apply for an Erasmus+ Placement during the academic year (subject to funding through the Lifelong Learning Programme by Léargas).

Please note

GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.

For more information

https://apply.gti.ie/ajax