Major and Module Selection Instructions
Diploma in Management of Information Technology & Information Systems
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The purpose of this information sheet is to allow you view all modules connected to the Qualification, optional and core. You should print this sheet out and then continue to the next step where your registration will take place.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you register correctly
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REGISTRATION RULES
1. You can choose up to four, fifteen credit modules in the one year. You can choose up to three, twenty credit modules in the one year.
2. Please note pre-requisite modules below in brackets e.g. C2(C1). The pre-requisite module for C2 is C1. The bracketed module must be successfully completed in order to be eligible to register for the module. If an exemption has been granted for the pre-requisite module then it does not have to be completed (Exemption is normally applicable to Level 1 and Level 2 modules only).
3. Two of the Level 1 modules, MS001 and CT1, require a competence in Mathematics. If your background in mathematics is weak, please review the DCU Preparatory Mathematics Module at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B2K_jtKmLo9YZnFZdGZKbENZdUU
Additionally, it is recommended that you undertake the MS001 module before attempting the CT1 module.
4. Only in the case where Direct Entry has been granted will a student be allowed to register for Degree Level modules without first successfully completing the 4 modules at Level 1, i.e. MS001, CT1, C1 and HS1 must be completed (or exempted) before a student can register for any Degree Level module.
5. Only in the case where Direct Entry has been granted will a student be allowed to register for Degree Level modules without first successfully completing the relevant Level 2 modules e.g. C2 must have been successfully completed before either CA or CB can be undertaken.
6. To the extent possible it is recommended you take a mix of modules between those with continuous assessment only (i.e. no examinations) and those with both continuous assessment and examinations in one year.
7. There is an Introductory Workshop for the MS00B module. This Introductory Workshop will take place on Saturday 28th September 2019 in DCU. You should not undertake this module if you cannot attend this workshop.
8. There is an Introductory Workshop for the HSA module. This Introductory Workshop will take place on Saturday 28th September, 2019 in DCU. You should not undertake this module if you cannot attend the workshop.
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MODULES (AND THEIR PRE-REQUISITES)
Level 1 & 2:
C1 C2 CT1 MN2 HS1 HS2 MS001 MS002 | IT and Web Technology Fundamentals Object Oriented Programming with Java (C1) Principles of Communications, Devices & Networks Business Information Systems Exploring Interaction Design User Experience Design (HS1) Mathematical and Statistical Methods Management Science and Business Modelling (MS001) | 15 Credits 15 Credits 15 Credits 15 Credits 15 Credits 15 Credits 15 Credits 15 Credits |
Degree Level
CB | Software Engineering Methodologies (C2, MS001, HS1 & CT1) | 20 Credits |
MNA | Managing IT for Business Success (C1, CT1, MN2, MS001 & HS1) | 20 Credits |
HSA | Researching Interactions with Technology (C1, HS2, MS001 & CT1) | 20 Credits |
MS00B | Entrepreneurship and Innovation (C1, HS1, MS002, CT1) | 20 Credits |
CA | Database Theory and Practice | 20 Credits |
MSA | Managing the Digital Landscape (C1, MS002, HS1 & CT1) | 20 Credits |
Last updated: 8th July 2019