Did you know that Halloween has its origins among the ancient Celts from Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and is based on the pagan ‘Feast of Samhain’? The Celts believed that the 1^st of November was the beginning of the New Year and the coming of winter, and that souls from the dead, ghosts, goblins and witches would return on the 31^st of October, All Hallows Eve. This makes Dublin the perfect place to be this October!

Here are Dublin's top 3 ghoulish events in store for you this month...

1. The Bram Stoker Festival: 

 The Bram Stoker Festival is back with a bang to celebrate the life, work and legacy of Dublin horror novelist Bram Stoker and his gothic novel ‘Dracula’
     
     http://www.bramstokerfestival.com/ 

2. Castle Dracula: 
    
Experience an evening of mystery, magic, fun and fear - if you dare - at Castle Dracula, Clontarf. Right opposite the former home of the renowned author himself, Bram Stoker, visitors will be      thrilled and chilled to the bone this Halloween!

     http://www.castledracula.ie/

3. IFI Horrothon:

IFI Horrorthon returns for its 17th edition, providing audiences with the opportunity to enjoy the best of new international genre productions, as well as a number of judiciously selected classics.

     http://www.ifi.ie/

The BSc (Hons) in Computing aims to develop the student’s knowledge of the theory and practice of modern computing necessary for them to secure employment and perform as ICT practitioners in a broad range of commercial, industrial and public sector environments. Graduates will have a clear understanding of the practical, theoretical and professional foundations of computing science. The programme enables and supports students to develop critical analytical skills and to develop skills in applying theoretical concepts to the practice of computing.

The programme has been prepared in line with current developments within the ICT sector and is informed by consultation with employers. A key feature is its enhanced focus on employability. The programme incorporates a mandatory 10 month work placement, which is included to ensure graduates of the programme will have the required practical application of the programme content to ensure a smooth transition into the workplace and further progression within the workplace. 

The BSc (Hons) in Computing responds to a known and often articulated skills shortage that exists in the ICT sector.  The Irish Government and Industry recognise that there is an urgent requirement to ensure an adequate supply of ICT talent and skills from both the domestic and international markets to meet needs.

It is estimated that there will be approximately 44,500 potential job openings for ICT professionals in the period 2014-2018.

Visit our websbite and apply today!

Please be aware that you can call into the Aungier Street building, Monday to Friday from 8.45 a.m. - 5.15 p.m. to consult with our admissions team.

You do not need to make an appointment. You can also contact us on +353 1 4177500 or by email to international@dbs.ie.

Why not contact us today with your questions and take the first step towards your academic development.

DBS are holding their next Open Event on Tuesday December 2 2014 from 5.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m.

Our Open Events are an ideal opportunity for you to visit the college and obtain further information on all our full-time programmes available to international students and speak with industry specialist lecturers to identify the programme that is most suitable for your future development.

For information on our lecturing staff and their achievements and specialist areas, please visit our website.

We look forward to seeing you there!