Program Overview
The Mechanical Engineering at Cork Institute of Technology is a MEng programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 12,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cork, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- MECH9001-Computational Solid Modelling
- MANU9002-Lean Sigma - Advanced Stats
- CHEP9003-Industrial Heat and Power
- MECH9003-Integrated Design & Mfc
- INTR9006-Engineering Research Skills
- STAT8007-Statistical Meth for Big Data
- INTR9005-Sustainability in Engineering
- MGMT8017-Strategic Business Management
- FREE6001-Free Choice Module
- MECH9002-Computational Fluid Dynamics
- MANU9003-Modelling of Manu. Processes
- INTR9016-Research Project Preparation
- CHEP8004-Automatic Process Control
- MECH8028-Advanced PLC Programming
- MECH9004-Control System Design
- INTR9007-Eng. Project Management
- MGMT9003-Managing Innovation
- FREE6001-Free Choice Module
- INTR9004-Project Realisation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must have achieved a minimum of Second Class Honours in a Level 8 Honours Bachelor Degree programme in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cork Institute of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Cork Institute of Technology
Cork Institute of Technology
Cork, Ireland
Cork Institute of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date October 2025
- Language English
- Duration 12 months