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Computer EngineeringInnealtóireacht Ríomhaireachta

Course Title: Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering

TU Code

TU713

CAO Point Range 2024

241-479

Level

Level 7

Award

Bachelor of Engineering

ECTS Credits

180

Duration

3 years

Number of Places

20

Location

Blanchardstown

Virtual Tour

Blanchardstown

Fees

EU Fees

Non-EU Fees

Course Description

Do you love the idea of building gadgets and making them do what you want with your own software? In this course, you’ll learn how things work and how to apply your imagination to improve and invent things that we all use in our daily lives. There’s growing demand for graduates with this mix of hardware and software skills, including hardware-software integration. You’ll work on specially designed projects that bring together the various subjects in your course, with access to well-equipped labs.

This course will give you a sound theoretical knowledge across a mix of disciplines, together with strong practical skills. Subjects covered include everything from Algebra and Geometry, Digital Electronics, Electrical Science and Microprocessor Fundamentals to Computer-Aided Design, Web Technologies and Databases, Software Design and Quality, Computer Architecture and Computer Systems and Wireless and Mobile Networks.

IT Requirements:

A HIGH spec computer is recommended (i.e. able to run Win 10, Linux virtual machines, VLSI design packages etc. comfortably, should be able to use Wi-fi and camera to attend online classes, needs high RAM, larger SSD,). MS Windows 10 based laptops are recommended.

Please search for the TU Dublin offer on the HEA website www.heanet.ie/store

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Leaving Certificate Requirements

Minimum Number of

Subjects

Higher

5

N/A

Minimum Grade in

Maths

English OR Irish

O6/H7

O6/H7

QQI/FET Requirements

QQI/FET Award Required

Additional Requirements

Any full Level 5 or 6 award
Must include a pass in one of the following:-
  • Mathematics (C20139)
  • Mathematics (5N1833)
  • Mathematics for Computing (C20175)
  • Mathematics for Engineering (C20174)
  • Mathematics (6N3395)
  • Maths for Information Technology (5N18396)
  • LC Maths

In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/qqi

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website.  

Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course. Timetables are subject to change and up to date timetables will be provided to students on commencement.

View Sample Timetable

Our graduates work in a rage of roles including:

  • Mobile Systems
  • Software Engineering
  • Electronics Design
  • Technology Innovation
  • Manufacturing Sector
  • Automation
  • Test Engineering

This is a sample timetable for Year 1, Semester 1 which gives an indication of class contact hours. Timetables are subject to change.  Up to date timetables will be provided on commencement. 

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Please note, there is no advanced entry to this course.

Since I was a child I have always been fascinated by computers and electronics.  This course turned out to be just right for me – combining elements that satisfy both my hobbies and my career.  

- Justas Bartnykas, Computer Engineering

Progression Options

Years 1, 2 & 3
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering (Level 7)
Year 4
Progress to the final year of Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Computer Engineering in Mobile Systems