Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

The majority of man-made products are mechanical or have mechanical parts, and mechanical engineers are to be found working in virtually every type of industry, on products as diverse as racing cars, jet engines, cruise ships, farm machinery, sports equipment and domestic appliances. Mechanical engineers therefore have very wide career opportunities and are employed because of their scientific knowledge, design expertise, problem-solving skills and business awareness. Mechanical engineers are also at the forefront of sustainable solutions for a better world in the 21st century.

Irish Leaving Certificate H3H4H4H4H4/H3H3H4H4 including Mathematics and at least one from Physics (preferred), Biology or Chemistry. If not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Physics. Note: a minimum of five subjects will be required in the Irish Leaving Certificate, at least four of which should be at Higher Level. For applicants offering the Irish Leaving Certificate, please note if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade 04 in Physics is required. A minimum of five subjects will be required in the Irish Leaving Certificate, at least four of which should be at Higher Level. Performance at Irish Junior Certificate (IJC) is taken into account. For last year’s entry, applicants for this Foundation Degree must have had a minimum of IJC grade C/Merit in Mathematics. The Selector also checks that any specific entry requirements in terms of Leaving Certificate subjects can be satisfied.