Program Overview

Engineering Practice - MSc

Brief Description

This online MSc in Engineering Practice is designed to support the production of a significant, practice-focused research thesis that delivers measurable impact within an organisation. The programme emphasises collaboration with fellow learners across diverse industries and provides flexibility to build on previous studies, applying them directly to real-world engineering challenges in the workplace.

Programme Content

• Complete part-time in 1 year
• Delivered fully online – ideal for working professionals
• 3 modules taught during autumn and spring semesters to support the industry-focused thesis
• Provides structured resources, scheduled milestones, and regular feedback opportunities
• E-tivities guide and scaffold the thesis journey
• Recognises two completed Level 9 Professional Diplomas (60 ECTS) as the foundation for the award
• Build on one of the previous Professional Diploma areas of interest, which will be listed on the final transcript
• Submit a research thesis tailored to the chosen area of practice in the final semester
• Designed for working professionals

Year 1

Autumn Semester

• Thesis Proposal Preparation (PT6072): Develop a thesis proposal and present it to a team of academics and invited industry experts
• Thesis 1 (AU5003): Outlines the stages involved in completing a thesis from choosing a research topic to writing the research proposal to structuring and writing the thesis

Spring Semester

• Thesis 2 (AU5004): Complete the thesis and present it to an invited audience in a formal setting as part of the final assessment

Entry Requirements

• Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline
• Must also hold two Professional Diplomas at Level 9, amounting to 60 ECTS credits
• Applicants who have completed one Professional Diploma at Level 9 (30 ECTS credits) and can demonstrate a minimum of five years of relevant industry experience may be considered for entry under the University of Limerick's Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) Policy
• Examples include relevant university Professional Diplomas (Level 9 award) in disciplines such as Supply Chain Management, ICT, Innovation, Data Analytics, Robotics, Regulatory Affairs, Health & Safety, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Operations Management, and Aviation

Fees

• EU: €5,200
• Non-EU: €5,200
• Please note that international study visas are only available to students studying full-time in Ireland. This programme does not qualify for a study visa
• Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan

Graduate Profile

This course can lead to the following sectors and careers:

• Leaders of change, improving engineering practices, and driving innovation across industries
• Senior individuals with advanced technical knowledge with the ability to apply research-driven solutions in real organisational settings
• Progress towards doctoral-level study

Research Areas

The programme supports research interests in areas such as:

• Aviation
• Operations Management
• Quality
• ICT
• Management
• Innovation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analytics
• Supply Chain
• Robotics
• Health & Safety
• Regulatory Affairs
• Information Systems
• Sustainability