Program Overview
This undergraduate Engineering (BE) degree offers a broad foundation in the field. Students specialize in an area of engineering and can choose further specializations and alternative degrees (BSc, BE, or ME) based on their chosen specialization. The degree is structured with increasing levels of specialization from Stage 2 onwards, with the final two stages weighted more heavily in the degree GPA calculation.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This degree programme provides access to a wide range of options in engineering. After a largely common first year, you choose an area of specialisation. Later, you can choose further specialisations and alternative degrees (BSc, BE or ME) – exactly what is available depends on your area of specialisation. Curricular information is subject to change.
Assessment:
- Degree GPA and Award Calculation Rules:
- GPA Band:
- First Class Honours: >=3.68 <=4.2
- Second Class Honours, Grade 1: >=3.08 <=3.67
- Second Class Honours, Grade 2: >=2.48 <=3.07
- Pass: >=2 <=2.47
- Degree GPA Calculation:
- Stage Weightings: S4 - 70.00%, S3 - 30.00%
- Award Description:
- Final and penultimate stages (stage-weighted)
Other:
- Programme Majors/Minors:
- Single Major:
- NUS1: Engineering
- College: Engineering & Architecture
- UCD Level: Undergraduate
- NFQ Level: 8
- Degree: Engineering (BE)
- Overall Credits for Programme: 240
- Credits per Stage:
- Stage 1: Core/Option: 55, Electives: 5
- Stage 2: Core/Option: 50, Electives: 10
- Stage 3: Core/Option: 50, Electives: 10
- Stage 4: Core/Option: 60, Electives: 0
University College Dublin
Overview:
University College Dublin (UCD) is a leading research-intensive university located in Dublin, Ireland. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCD provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for its students. The university emphasizes the holistic development of its students, offering a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
UCD is renowned for its strong research output and collaborations with industry partners.Global Partnerships:
The university boasts a vast network of partner institutions worldwide, providing students with opportunities for international study and exchange.Transformational Learning:
UCD focuses on providing a transformative learning experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Other:
UCD is actively involved in promoting sustainability and social responsibility. The university is committed to creating a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities.
Huge and always expanding. Lots of course options and the professors care a lot about what they teach. Huge amount of students and clubs so there is something for everyone.
Finished my Masters in Food Safety here in 2019. Quality of education is pretty good. Facilities are on point. One of the better universities in Ireland. A lot of extra curricular activities organised all round the year. No racism or any other issue as per my experience. Teaching staff is quite knowledgeable. I loved my time there. 10/10
