Program Overview

Bachelor/Master of Engineering in Electronic and Computer Engineering

Key Information

• Course Code: LM118
• Duration: 4/5 Years
• Fees: Subject to applicable student fees

Award Information

• NFQ Level 8: Honours Bachelor Degree
• NFQ Level 9: Honours Masters Degree

Course Overview

The Bachelor/Master of Engineering in Electronic and Computer Engineering is designed to cater to the growing demand for graduates skilled in both computer software and electronic hardware engineering. The program emphasizes mathematical analysis and aims to cultivate the necessary skills to address various contemporary challenges, including:

• Internet edge devices
• Climate change
• Electric vehicles
• Sustainable development
• Energy solutions
• Personalised health and well-being
• Artificial intelligence

Graduates are expected to take on crucial roles in the research, design, development, testing, and installation of future systems, working collaboratively to solve complex problems. Many graduates opt to pursue further academic qualifications, such as MEng or PhD programs.

Program Structure

The program offers two tracks:

1. Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - 4 years
2. Master of Engineering (MEng) - 5 years

Students initially enter the BEng track, with the option to progress into the MEng program following the completion of year four.

Major Options

Students will select from five major options at the end of the second year:

• Computer Engineering
  • Focus on software engineering, advanced operating systems, distributed systems, and telecommunications.
• Electronic Engineering
  • Emphasizes circuit design, telecommunications, and electrical engineering principles.
• Electrical Energy Engineering
  • Concentrates on power systems, renewable energy sources, and environmental considerations.
• Robotic Engineering
  • Covers robotics systems, automation, artificial intelligence, and machine vision.
• General Option
  • Allows exploration across various major streams.

Detailed Study Plan

The coursework structure provides a robust theoretical and practical foundation over the first two years, with core modules including:

• Engineering Mathematics
• Digital and Analogue Electronics
• Software and Computing Principles

Following these foundational years, students will engage in an eight-month Cooperative Education (Co-op) placement, allowing hands-on industrial experience. The final year for BEng candidates culminates in a significant individual project addressing real-world problems.

For MEng candidates, advanced topics such as integrated circuit design, machine learning, and data forensics will be integral to the curriculum.

Entry Requirements

• CAO Points History: 435
• Minimum Grades:
  • Applicants must possess a Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) including a minimum of six subjects, with:
    • Two H5 (Higher Level) grades
    • Four O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades
  • Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
• Subject Requirements: Minimum H4 in Mathematics and O6/H7 in a science subject or computer-related field.

Tuition Fees

For the academic year, the fee structures are outlined as follows:

• EU Students with Free Fees Status:
  • Tuition Fees: 4,762
  • Student Contribution: 2,500
  • Total: 7,366
• Non-EU Students:
  • Tuition Fees: 22,596
  • Student Levy: 104
  • Total: 22,700

Scholarships

The following scholarships are available for students enrolled in this program:

• Analog Devices Inc (ADI) Masters Scholarship: 10,000
• BD Bursaries for Women in STEM: 2,000/per year for four years (2 available)
• Women in Engineering Bursary Awards: 500 (8 available)

Future Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Electronic and Computer Engineering program will find career opportunities in:

• Mobile and Wireless Systems
• Software Engineering
• Computer Systems and Networks
• Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
• Security and Forensics
• Game Systems
• Telecommunication Systems
• Integrated Circuit Technology
• Energy Production and Distribution Systems

Furthermore, engineers from this program have pathways into senior management and consultancy roles, with opportunities for advanced research and study diversifying into fields such as business, medicine, and law.

The Bachelor of Engineering programs are accredited by Engineers Ireland, ensuring that the qualifications are recognized internationally.