Course Summary
This 90-credit programme, delivered by the School of Electronic Engineering, is at the highest European Masters degree level. It provides advanced engineering courses in the theory, analysis, design, implementation, and manufacture of electronic and computer systems.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
• A Primary Honours degree, Level 8 with an award of H2.2 or higher in Electronic/Electrical/Computer Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Sciences or other Engineering Disciplines
• International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.
Application Details
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the programme is full or:
For January 2025 Intake Full Time & Part Time:
Closing date for NON-EU applicants is 1st December 2025.
Closing date for EU applicants is 1st December 2025.
For September 2025 Intake Full Time & Part Time:
Closing date for NON-EU applicants is 1st July 2025.
Closing date for EU applicants is 31st July 2025.
Note applicants who require a study visa for the purposes of studying at DCU, are advised to apply as early as possible.
Please note if you are a non EU student and require a study visa, you are not eligible to apply for part-time programmes as study visas are only granted for full-time programmes.
Next Intake: January/September 2025
Fees
EU Status Fee €7,500
Non EU Fee €25,000
Part time:
EU Status Fee Part-time: See Modular Fees via link below.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Career Progression
Since its inception over 30 years ago, graduates from this programme have been in high demand in the engineering and computing industry and research sectors. The masters project greatly improves the graduate's employment potential and, alongside specialized engineering skills, the fundamental knowledge gained from our taught modules is widely applicable to many other disciplines.
Opportunities will arise in Irish and International high-tech industry roles, including:
• Research and Development Engineer
• Design Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Sales Engineer
• Management Engineer
• Software Engineer
Previous graduates have been employed across the technology sectors, including Google, Apple, Intel, Oracle, IBM, Amazon, Accenture, Analog Devices, Maxim, Boston Scientific.
Duration
January
September
2 years part-time.
January
September
There are two intakes on to the programme per academic year (September and January). Full-time students beginning in September may complete the programme in 12 months. Full-time students beginning their studies in January may complete in 18 months. Flexible study options are also provided for part-time students.