Bachelor/Master of Engineering in Electronic and Computer Engineering
University of Limerick
About this program
Bachelor/Master of Engineering in Electronic and Computer Engineering
This new Electronic and Computer Engineering degree has been developed in conjunction with employers, to meet the demand for male and female graduates with strong skills in software and hardware engineering, along with mathematical analysis ability.
This course will give you the skills to employ and develop technologies to tackle many of the challenges of the coming decades including energy, climate change, health and well-being as well as other innovative areas such as entertainment and self-driving vehicles.
Graduates of this degree program will play key roles in the research, design, development, test and installation of future systems. They will frequently work in teams to tackle challenging problems. Many of the men and women who graduate from this degree also pursue higher degrees by research (MEng, PhD, etc), or through taught postgraduate programs (MSc, MEng, MBA, etc).
Admission requirements
Minimum grades
Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
Subject requirements
In addition, applicants must hold a minimum grade H4 in Mathematics and a grade O6/H7 in any one of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Physics with Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Studies, Design & Communication Graphics/Technical Drawing, Technology, Biology, Agricultural Science, Applied Maths.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Year 1
Semester 1
- Chemistry for Engineers
- Electrical Engineering 1
- Engineering Computing
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Introduction to Engineering 1
- Engineering Science 1
Semester 2
- Computer Software 2
- Circuit Analysis 1
- Semiconductor Device Fundamentals
- Digital Systems 1/li>
- Engineering Mathematics 2
Summer
- Vacation
Year 2
Semester 3
- Engineering Maths 3
- Digital Systems 2
- Computer Software 3
- Active Circuit Design 1
- The Engineer as a Professional
Semester 4
- Engineering Maths 4
- Digital Systems 3
- Communications & Networks Protocols
- Active Circuit Design 2
- Control 1
Year 3
Every Student will complete their co-operative education during semester 1 of year 3.
After your co-op placement you will continue with your major option.
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Tution fee for 2021/2022:
- EU Fee: 7,356&euro
- Non EU Fee: 16,794&euro
Qualification
NFQ Level 8 major Award Honours Bachelor Degree
Career paths
Graduates of the Electronic and Computer Engineering program will build successful careers in a wide range of application areas, including research, design and development of:
- Mobile and Wireless Systems
- Software Engineering
- Computer Systems and Networks
- Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
- Security and Forensics
- Game Systems
- Telecommunication Systems
- Integrated Circuit Technology
- Energy Production & Distribution Systems
- Smart Energy Management
- Electrical Power Systems
- Sensors and Sensor Networks
- Biomedical Electronics
- Automation Control Systems
- Robotics
- Automotive and Aerospace electronics
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University of Limerick
The University of Limerick (UL) is renowned for its graduate employability, dedication to the student experience, industry-relevant programmes, award-winning research, stunning campus and UL`s deep commitment to community engagement. With close to 16,000 students, including 3,000 international students, UL is...
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The Universities commitment to graduate employability, UL`s dedication to the student experience, industry-relevant programmes, award-winning research, stunning campus and UL`s deep commitment to community engagement.
The University of Limerick houses a broad range of world class and specialist equipment and facilities that give students and researchers an immersive and practical approach to their studies and research.
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