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The BA (Hons) Business Cloud Computing pathway equips students with expertise to deliver flexible cloud solutions across diverse business contexts. This program progressively develops both commercial awareness and technical competencies. Organizations increasingly transition their IT infrastructure to cloud environments, with many seeking to maximize the potential of these innovative frameworks. While few enterprises operate entirely in the cloud, the proportion of cloud-based systems is approaching a decisive threshold, offering potential cost reductions in IT management and maintenance. Effective deployment of cloud computing across business functions requires skilled professionals to maintain uninterrupted operations. Although transitioning business applications to cloud platforms presents both obstacles and advantages, proper guidance ensures the benefits significantly outweigh the difficulties. Throughout this transformation, cloud technologies introduce novel approaches and commercial prospects, primarily through shared computational assets instead of relying on localized servers or individual devices for application management.
Leaving Certificate
Under the new Common Points Scale for Leaving Certificate 2019, applicants must obtain a minimum of 2H5’s and 4 O6/H7, including a language. Some degree programmes will also require a minimum of O6/H7 in Maths. Please see individual course entry requirements for further details.
A-Levels/GCSE
Applicants must obtain a minimum of four GCSE passes at grade C to include Maths and English plus two A-level passes at grade C or higher.
BTEC
Students applying for any QQI (formerly HETAC) honours/ordinary degree or higher certificate must have obtained a minimum of a BTEC National Diploma in a cognate area.
FETAC Applicants
Minimum entry requirements for graduates of FETAC Level 5 awards is a full FETAC award which includes a Distinction grade in at least three modules. A full FETAC award normally consists of eight modules. A record of achievement does not meet minimum entry standards. Further details can be obtained from the Admissions Office.
Mature Applicants
If you are over 23 years of age on the 1st of January on the year of admission and do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you may apply as a Mature Student. Mature students should apply directly to the Admissions Office at Dublin Business School. Mature students are assessed on the basis of age, work experience, general education standard, motivation and commitment to the programme for which they are applying. Please forward documentation such as any relevant transcripts, a CV or any other related documentation to the Admissions Office. Proof of age such as a copy of driver’s licence or passport must also be submitted.
English Language Requirement
For EU or Non EU applicants whose first language is not English an additional requirement is to have achieved a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent to qualify for admission to the Honours Degrees (level 8 programmes).