Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing are closely related technologies. Cloud Computing provides the necessary infrastructure and resources for the development  and deployment of AI applications. The overall aim of the programme is to develop a high level of intellectual awareness and professional competence in the area of software development in genereal while also acquiring more specific knowledge in the areas of Artificial intelligence and Cloud Computing.

 

Ireland’s reputation as a centre of software excellence is unrivalled in Europe. It is home to multinational and indigenous firms generating €16 billion of exports annually. The sectors wide ranging activities include software development, R&D, business services and EMEA/International headquarters. According to the Forfás Vacancy Overview Report, the most difficult to fill vacancies were for the ICT sector, primarily for professional roles in software development including software developers in the areas of Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence.