DCU Updates from Faculty of Engineering and Computing

BSc in Computer Science at DCU

Computing is the backbone of our world, seamlessly integrated into every sector and industry. Whether it's climate modelling, disease research, high-tech corporations, or the latest online games, the demand for software engineers is constant. These innovators are essential for problem-solving and product development, driving progress across diverse fields.

If you aspire to understand the intricacies of computers and desire the skills to create cutting-edge computer, internet, and mobile technologies, then Computer Science is the ideal choice. In addition to mastering programming, you'll delve into advanced data tools, algorithms, databases, networks, cryptography, and other essential skills such as critical thinking and effective communication.

At DCU, our Computer Science course has a strong emphasis on software engineering, which is writing, modifying and maintaining software systems. You’ll get to study DevOps and full stack development in second year and use Git for all your project work – these hands-on, practical approaches based on the latest industrial practices.

In third year, you’ll go on a six-month work placement at a tech company, and you have the option to study abroad too. There is huge demand for graduate software engineers and systems analysts, so you’ll find a world of opportunity awaits once you finish this course!

View our video on our BSc in Computer Science here.

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Common Entry into Engineering at DCU

Are you passionate about creating, innovating, and leaving a lasting impact on the world? If you're a critical thinker eager to collaborate within a team to tackle real-world challenges, engineering is the path for you.

Perhaps your interests currently span from robotics to renewable energy, and that's perfectly fine. Our common entry programme into engineering allows you to explore both realms. In your first year, you'll lay the foundation for a strong engineering foundation, delving into essential subjects such as mathematics, materials engineering, and basic sciences. Simultaneously, you'll hone valuable skills like logical and critical thinking, preparing you for a future of impactful contributions.

Then you’ll specialise in second year, going on to a challenging, cutting-edge course where you’ll build real expertise, whether that’s in mechatronics or sustainability engineering. Through lectures, labs, individual and group work, you’ll get hands-on experience with modern manufacturing processes, design, simulation and analysis procedures, and get skilled in programming and electronics.

In third year, you’ll go on a six- or 10-month INTRA work placement in Ireland or abroad in companies like Facebook, IBM, Intel, Google, Airbus and Pfizer.

And once you graduate, you may qualify to go straight on to complete a masters in your chosen field of engineering. Either way, your qualification is accredited and accepted globally, so you can bring your knowledge, skills, and innovative mindset anywhere!

View our video about DCU’s Common Entry into Engineering here

Biomedical Engineering at DCU

Biomedical engineers leverage their engineering design expertise in the realm of medical and biological sciences with the aim of improving people's well-being. Key technologies like X-rays, cardiac pacemakers, ventilators, and artificial joints, crucial for saving lives and improving health outcomes, are the result of the innovative work of biomedical engineers.

In the role of a biomedical engineer, you serve as a link between the worlds of medicine and technology, striving to enhance monitoring, diagnostics, and therapeutic approaches while inventing advanced medical devices and instruments. A biomedical engineer’s influence on patients' treatment, recovery, and quality of life can be substantial, whether you are creating innovative 3D-printed prosthetics, employing biomaterials for cell repair and regeneration, integrating artificial intelligence principles into advanced monitoring tools, or establishing your own startup in the field of medical technology.

If you’re creative, analytical, inquisitive, and innovative, and keen to work in a fast-growing field with real human impact, this could be the course for you. You’ll get biological and medical knowledge, and technical engineering expertise, so you can solve problems in biomedicine. You’ll study advanced biology, biomaterials, biomechanics, tissue engineering, medical device design, surgical technology, rehabilitation engineering and much more besides.

In third year, you’ll do a six- to 10-month INTRA work placement and you can also opt to study abroad. Both the healthcare and medical devices industry has strong demand for qualified graduate engineers. Typically, our graduates end up working as biomedical engineers, consultants, research and development engineers or data scientists.

Given the robust condition of the Irish industrial sector and considering DCU’s active synchronisation with the medical sector, Biomedical Engineering students can feel confident about their job prospects. The increasing harmonisation of European standards and US regulations also ensures that graduates will be employable worldwide.

View our video about the BEng in Biomedical Engineering at DCU here.

View our course page on Biomedical Engineeringhere.