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Higher Diploma in Computing (DIT) or Higher diploma in Software Design and Developmen

  • 23-05-2017 4:39pm
    #1
    stmpy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1 ✭


    Hi guys,
    I am a mature international student and have a bachelor degree in chemical engineering.  I have no relevant IT experience but i learned some programming languages via online sources. My goal is to extend my knowledge in Computing in a decent institution and maybe to stay in Ireland 1-2 years for an international work experience till I get back to my home country.
    I have applied for some courses in computing (higher diplomas mostly). I got offered for Hdip in Computing (DIT) and Hdip in Science (Software Development) (Maynooth uni).
    So far I have two offers and there is still no reply from NUIG.  Between DIT and Maynooth,  I prefer DIT 's course because it is followed by a 6 months work placement program after studies which is suitable for me since I have no intentions for academic studies.
    My main concern, the offer from DIT stands until May 31. If I don't hear a reply from NUIG until that time, should I accept the offer from DIT ? 
    Does it worth to take the risk for declining the offer from DIT to wait for an offer from NUIG? 
    From my readings, NUIG is a really good and prestigious university. Yet, DIT have good industry connections. 
    Could you please advise me how to proceed ? Thank you.


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  • #2
    Tom Dunne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,212 ✭✭✭✭Tom Dunne


    Both are excellent institutions, but personally, I would rate DIT higher.

    In my opinion, go with the DIT one, particularly because it has a work placement.


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