Engineering (General Entry)Innealtóireacht (Iontráil Ghinearálta)

Course Description

TU805 is the common first year entry point for the majority of four year Level 8 Engineering Degrees in TU Dublin. Students specialise in second year and, after successfully completing TU805, you can progress to Year 2 of one of the Level 8 Engineering programmes listed below. While we may occasionally need to manage the number of places in each discipline, we aim to keep sufficient capacity so that successful students can move into their preferred option.

• TU821 Electrical & Electronic/Computer & Communication Engineering
• TU822 Mechanical Engineering
• TU823 Manufacturing Engineering
• TU824 Structural Engineering
• TU825 Building Engineering
• TU826 Civil Engineering

TU805 Students learn fundamental principles (Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry), Engineering Applications (Mechanics and Electrotechnology) and Applied Skills (Technical Graphics, Computing and Professional Development). Throughout the year the theoretical subjects are supported by laboratories and a comprehensive course of design projects including a robot building project, a bridge building project and an energy efficiency project.

Professional Accreditation

TU Dublin Engineering Degrees are accredited by Engineers Ireland and our qualifications are recognised worldwide.

IT Requirements

Windows based laptop is recommended.

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Leaving Certificate Requirements

QQI/FET Requirements

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. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component.

Maths Competency Test

TU Dublin run Mathematics Competency Tests (MCT) for applicants to TU805 to offer candidates an alternative route to achieve the H4 Maths minimum entry requirement.

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.

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TU805 is a stepping stone to an exciting and rewarding career as a professional engineer. TU Dublin Engineering Degrees are accredited by Engineers Ireland and our qualifications are recognised worldwide.

Irish/EU Applicants

Applications from all Irish/EU citizens are made through the Central Applications Office (CAO).

Note: Applicants presenting with the Irish Leaving Certificate or a QQI FET award, regardless of nationality, should apply through the CAO.

The standard closing date to apply is February 1st. Late applications will close on May 1st. For restricted courses, the closing date is February 1st. Please see important dates on the CAO website. For a detailed guide on how to apply, please visit our CAO Hub.

International Students (Non-EU) 

Applications from international students are welcome for this programme. If you meet any of the following criteria, applications should be made directly to TU Dublin via the “Apply Now – Non-EU” link on each programme webpage.

• You hold Non-EU Nationality, and you live in a Non-EU country.
• You hold EU Nationality, but you have not lived in an EU country for 3 of the last 5 years AND you have not attended 5 years primary/secondary education in an EU country.
• You require a Student Visa to study in Ireland

Note: Applicants presenting with the Irish Leaving Certificate or a QQI FET award, regardless of nationality, should apply through the CAO.

For full details on How to Apply, Visa & Immigration Information, Accommodation Information and International Fees, please visit our International Hub.

Application Dates for Non-EU Applicants

Applications for undergraduate courses commencing September 2026 are now open and will close in June 2026.

After successfully completing TU805, you can progress to Year 2 of one of the Level 8 Engineering programmes listed below. While we may occasionally need to manage the number of places in each discipline, we aim to keep sufficient capacity so that successful students can move into their preferred option.

• TU821 Electrical & Electronic/Computer & Communication Engineering
• TU822 Mechanical Engineering
• TU823 Manufacturing Engineering
• TU824 Structural Engineering
• TU825 Building Engineering
• TU826 Civil Engineering