Program Overview
The Materials Science and Engineering at University College Dublin is a MEng programme in Engineering over 24 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 Materials Science and 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 22,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Materials Science and 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
- Energy Systems and Climate Change
- Material Science and Engineering
- Technical Ceramics
- Professional Engineering (Finance)
- Solid-State Electronics
- Fracture Mechanics
- Kinetics & Thermodynamics of Materials
- Advanced Composites and Polymer Engineering
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A first cycle honours (2:1) Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and the appropriate prior learning
- A complete application which includes a detailed explanation of your interest in the programme
- Names and contact details of two referees who can assess your intellectual ability, maturity and motivation
- Applicants may be required to attend an interview as part of the application process
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 22,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 22,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Dublin 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 University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Dundrum, Ireland
University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months