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Pursue a fast-track three-year Bachelor of Science program combining Computer Science, Mathematics, and Philosophy. Discover how to merge human ingenuity with computational capabilities to address challenges. Explore core principles of theoretical computer science supported by mathematical frameworks. Students may opt for a one-year professional placement or international study opportunity between their second and third years (availability dependent). Gain practical coding experience, sophisticated analytical methods, and cultivate logical reasoning abilities to tackle intricate issues while enhancing creative expression and interpersonal communication. The curriculum includes Philosophy (examining and evaluating human cognition and understanding) alongside Higher Mathematics. Established in 1987, Maynooth University's Computer Science Department resides in the cutting-edge Eolas Building, a €20 million ICT center. Our modern labs and resources offer exceptional hands-on learning environments, with all programs blending theoretical instruction and practical laboratory sessions.
Students must have completed a Leaving Certificate equivalent to the Ireland Leaving Certificate.
IELTS - 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band; TOEFL internet-based test - iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in all other sections; Pearson Test of English - 63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section; Duolingo English Test (DET) - 120 with no less than 110 in literacy, conversation, and comprehension subscores and no less than 95 in production. (This lower production subscore applies to non-EU applicants only), Cambridge Proficiency Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge Advanced Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge First Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English First Certificate, Grade A (CEFR Level C1); ETAPP - C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Oxford Test of English - 140 with no less than 125 in each skill; Trinity College London ISE - ISE III with at least merit in each skill category. International Baccalaureate – English A1, A2, or B5 at Higher Level (4at either Level if presenting IB through English) NOTE: Applicants whose school-leaving examinations are more than two years old should present additional proof of English.