The talent and innovation of SETU students was on full display at the University’s highly anticipated Computing Showcase 2025, held at SETU’s Kilkenny Road campus, Carlow.
Now in its fourteenth year, the event highlighted the cutting-edge projects developed by final year students across a range of computing disciplines.
Celebration of talent and industry
The showcase brought together students, industry leaders, and academic staff to explore projects from students in cybercrime and IT security, games development, software engineering, IT management, data science, interactive digital art and design and artificial intelligence. Each project demonstrated technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills, reflecting the high standard of computing education at SETU.
The success of the event was made possible through the ongoing support of Netwatch. While the company has achieved global recognition, it remains deeply connected to its local roots, continuing to invest in emerging talent from SETU.
"Netwatch is proud to continue its sponsorship of this great event, which showcases the remarkable talent and innovation of SETU's computing students. As a local company with deep roots in Carlow, we have strong ties to SETU, with many of our R&D team having earned their professional qualifications here. We really enjoyed seeing the diverse range of projects, which demonstrated a high standard of technical skills and creativity. It is truly inspiring to see the next generation of technology professionals evolving through their education at SETU."
Simon Walshe, Director of R&D at Netwatch.
Meaningful connections
For students preparing to enter the workforce, the showcase was an invaluable opportunity to present their work to industry professionals and potential employers. The event fostered meaningful connections between students and leading tech companies, reinforcing SETU’s reputation for producing highly skilled graduates who are ready to make an impact on the industry.
“Our students continue to demonstrate exceptional skill, innovation, and adaptability, and today’s showcase is proof of that. At SETU, we prioritise hands-on learning and industry engagement, ensuring that our graduates leave with the technical expertise and real-world experience needed to thrive in their careers. We are incredibly grateful to Netwatch for their continued support, which has played a key role in enhancing our students’ journey. Well done to all involved in today’s event.”
Nigel Whyte, Head of the Department of Computing at SETU in Carlow.
With another successful year completed, the Computing Showcase once again highlighted the University’s dedication to excellence in computing education and its commitment to developing the next generation of technology professionals.
