Bachelor of Arts Education (Computer Science and Mathematical Studies)

Course Overview

This is a new course which allows you to combine the study of mathematics with computer science and post-primary teaching education. This is a four year concurrent initial teacher education programme and includes a number of school placement opportunities throughout the course. At the end of this four year course graduates will be eligible to teach computer science and mathematics.

Key Facts

Entry Requirements

Additional Requirements

Course Outline

YEAR ONE

• Analysis and Algebra 1 and 2
• Mathematical Skills
• Computer Systems
• Programming I and II
• History and Structure of Irish Education
• Practical Teaching Programme 1
• Introduction to Educational Sciences
• Principles of Second-Level Mathematics

YEAR TWO
• Calculus 1
• Linear Algebra
• Statistics for Data Science 1 and 2
• Object Oriented Programming I and II
• Web-based Information Systems
• Practical Teaching Programme 2

YEAR THREE
• Discrete Mathematics
• Linear Algebra
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Database Systems I
• Curriculum and Assessment
• Research Literacies for Professional Development and Lifelong Learning
• Practical Teaching Programme
• Professional Studies Integrated Project
• Psychology, Sociology and Catering for Diversity

YEAR FOUR
• Complex Variables
• Geometry
• Calculus 2
• Multimedia Development
• Networks and Computer Communications
• Final Year Project
• Practical Teaching Programme: Integrated Project
• School Placement: Block Teaching Experience

Further Education

Graduates of this course will be well positioned for further study in postgraduate programmes that focus on education, mathematics and computer science. Master of Education (MEd.)
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/education-master.html 

Master of Science (Software Engineering and Database Technologies)
nuigalway.ie/courses/adult-and-continuing-education-courses/software-engineeringand-database-technologies.htm

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Mathematics)
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/arts-maths.html

Master of Science in Business Analytics
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/business-analytics.html

Why Choose This Course?

Career Opportunities

Work Placement

Course Fees

Fees: EU

Fees: Tuition

Fees: Student Contribution

Fees: Student levy

Fees: Non EU

Find out More

Course Overview

This is a new course which allows you to combine the study of mathematics with computer science and post-primary teaching education. This is a four year concurrent initial teacher education programme and includes a number of school placement opportunities throughout the course. At the end of this four year course graduates will be eligible to teach computer science and mathematics.

Key Facts

Entry Requirements

Additional Requirements

Course Outline

YEAR ONE

• Analysis and Algebra 1 and 2
• Mathematical Skills
• Computer Systems
• Programming I and II
• History and Structure of Irish Education
• Practical Teaching Programme 1
• Introduction to Educational Sciences
• Principles of Second-Level Mathematics

YEAR TWO
• Calculus 1
• Linear Algebra
• Statistics for Data Science 1 and 2
• Object Oriented Programming I and II
• Web-based Information Systems
• Practical Teaching Programme 2

YEAR THREE
• Discrete Mathematics
• Linear Algebra
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Database Systems I
• Curriculum and Assessment
• Research Literacies for Professional Development and Lifelong Learning
• Practical Teaching Programme
• Professional Studies Integrated Project
• Psychology, Sociology and Catering for Diversity

YEAR FOUR
• Complex Variables
• Geometry
• Calculus 2
• Multimedia Development
• Networks and Computer Communications
• Final Year Project
• Practical Teaching Programme: Integrated Project
• School Placement: Block Teaching Experience

Further Education

Graduates of this course will be well positioned for further study in postgraduate programmes that focus on education, mathematics and computer science. Master of Education (MEd.)
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/education-master.html 

Master of Science (Software Engineering and Database Technologies)
nuigalway.ie/courses/adult-and-continuing-education-courses/software-engineeringand-database-technologies.htm

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Mathematics)
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/arts-maths.html

Master of Science in Business Analytics
nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/business-analytics.html

Why Choose This Course?

Career Opportunities

Work Placement

Course Fees

Fees: EU

Fees: Tuition

Fees: Student Contribution

Fees: Student levy

Fees: Non EU

Find out More

Irish, UK and EU Undergraduate Applications

For full details on the undergraduate admission procedure and entry requirements please refer to the Undergraduate Admissions Office webpage.

How do I apply for an Undergraduate Course?

• You can apply online to the Central Applications Office (CAO) on the CAO Web site
• You can submit a paper application which you can download from the CAO Web site

Where do I submit my paper application?

You can send your paper application to the following postal address:

The Central Applications Office 
Tower House, Eglinton Street, Galway 
T: 353 91 509800 
E: www.cao.ie

Important CAO dates to remember:

There are three closing dates for applications.

• Normal application: 1 February.
• Late applications: 1 May (Late applications may NOT be made by those applying on 1 or for entry to Medicine).
• Change of mind: 1 July.

If you are submitting a non-standard application (an entry on page three of the application form), you should submit it to the CAO Office  by the 1 February.

Further information on Undergraduate Admission is available from the Undergraduate Admissions Office.

Further information on Undergraduate entrance Scholarships:www.nuigalway.ie/admissions/scholarships/index.html.

Learn More

• Download CAO application form and handbook