Program Overview

Overview of the Computational Engineering Program

The Computational Engineering program is designed to equip graduate engineers with the skills to design modern computational products and systems. This one-year full-time (or two to three years part-time) course provides students with the knowledge to apply computational techniques in various domains.

Course Details

• NFQ Level: 9
• Duration: 1 year full-time, 2-3 years part-time
• Places Available:
  • P.Grad.Cert.: 7
  • P.Grad.Dip.: 17
  • M.Sc.: 25
• Next Intake: September 2025
• Course Coordinator: Biswajit Basu
• Course Director: Professor Biswajit Basu
• Closing Date: 31st July 2025

Admission Requirements

• Degree Requirement: Upper second-class Honours degree (2.1) or higher in Engineering, Science, Computing, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• English Language Requirements: Band B (Standard Entry)

Course Structure

• Taught Modules: 60 ECTS
• Project: 30 ECTS
• Core Modules:
  • Research Dissertation
  • Research Methods
  • Computational Methods
  • Introduction to Deep Learning
• Electives (Computational Engineering Strand):
  • Algorithms for Quantum Computing
  • Cyber-Physical systems and control
  • Simulation for Geophysical Modelling
  • Computation for Transportation Engineering

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program have gained employment in industries including digital assistive technology, automotive systems, economics, entertainment, health, and computational science and engineering. Some students also choose to undertake Ph.D. research.

Course Fees

For a full list of postgraduate fees, please refer to the relevant section of the university's website.

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