Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
This course combines two distinct fields, Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering, to create the foundation for a versatile career.
Mechanical Engineering focuses on the design, manufacture and operation of products that have moving parts. Aircraft, automobiles, more fuel-efficient systems and cheaper electricity all come to mind. Manufacturing Engineering, meanwhile, concentrates on converting materials from one form to another. It's about manufacturing processes and systems, ranging from basic assembly (e.g., car tyres) or high-tech manufacture (jumbo jets).
The programme also prepares you for the challenges of mechanical and manufacturing engineering using the most sophisticated computer techniques and tools.
Students have the option to complete the course in four years and earn a Bachelor’s degree or study for an additional year an earn a Master’s in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering which is the minimum requirement to earn a professional title and become a chartered Engineer with Engineer's Ireland. Student's who decide to pursue an integrated Master's Degree specialise in one of the following areas: Simulation-driven Design, Advanced Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering or Sustainable Systems and Energy. Find out more here.
With the increased use of computer simulation and analysis techniques being used throughout all engineering companies, I felt it was important to do a course where I would learn about many of these techniques. I felt that DCU had the right balance of lecture to practical based teaching, which best suited my style of learning. With the courses' heavy emphasis on computational techniques for both drafting and analysis, the experience gained at DCU and during the 6-month work placement greatly increased my employment potential, which has been borne out. After completing my degree, I moved to Japan and started work as a Design Engineer for an automotive component company.
This four-year BEng (Honours) Degree (with the option to complete a fifth year for a Master’s degree) has eight academic themes, each addressing a particular aspect of mechanical and manufacturing engineering:
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Mathematics and computing
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Design
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Professional development
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Dynamics and control
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Solid mechanics
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Fluid mechanics
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Materials
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Manufacturing processes and sustainable manufacturing systems
The course places a strong emphasis on both academic performance in examinations and continuous assessment throughout the five years.
In Year Three, you will undertake an INTRA industrial work placement for six months. This is usually with a business in Ireland but opportunities arise abroad. In addition, there are some research positions within DCU.
View the current course structure
We have a unique and vibrant culture on our modern campus close to Dublin city centre. We provide state-of-the-art study facilities for all our courses and everything else you need for a healthy, fun and active student life.
Exceptional Facilities
DCU students enjoy exceptional teaching and learning facilities across our 3 academic campuses. These include modern learning theatres, research centres, television and sound studios, classrooms, computer suites and advanced laboratories in the areas of languages, engineering, physics, chemistry and biotechnology, as well as a sports performance centre and a virtual hospital ward.
A Vibrant, Dynamic Social Environment
Student facilities include a superb sports complex with a 25 metre pool, two libraries and The Helix, our renowned performing arts centre. In 2016 we announced plans to invest over €230m in developing new, world-class facilities across our three academic campuses. Already building has begun on an exciting, new €14m Student Centre that will be home to the more than one hundred and twenty student clubs and societies. This commitment to student facilities means that our world-class learning experiences are complemented by a vibrant, dynamic social environment.
With the increased use of computer simulation and analysis techniques being used throughout all engineering companies, I felt it was important to do a course where I would learn about many of these techniques. I felt that DCU had the right balance of lecture to practical based teaching, which best suited my style of learning. With the courses' heavy emphasis on computational techniques for both drafting and analysis, the experience gained at DCU and during the 6-month work placement greatly increased my employment potential, which has been borne out. After completing my degree, I moved to Japan and started work as a Design Engineer for an automotive component company.
As a DCU graduate, you’ll be highly sought after, both in Ireland and abroad, in industries such as:
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Aerospace: aircraft and spacecraft design, aircraft maintenance, aircraft engine overhaul (Airbus, Lufthansa Airmotive)
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Automotive: design, manufacturing and testing of cars, buses, trucks, etc, and components used in the auto industry (Ford, GKN)
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Biomedical: design and manufacture of medical devices and medical equipment (Boston Scientific, Medtronic)
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Manufacturing: design of consumer products, the manufacturing process and the machinery to manufacture goods (Hewlett Packard, Intel, Dyson)
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Power generation: design, operation and control of generating machinery (ESB)
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Product design
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Maintenance and management of industrial equipment
- Academic research, industrial research and development work
Requirements
In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply
Minimum of H4 Mathematics or H4 Applied Mathematics with H5 Mathematics
In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply
GCE A Level C Mathematics
No Entry Path
The engineering schools consider transfer requests based on the performance of the candidate. The overall
set of guidelines which is in use for HETAC/NCEA equivalent qualifications is as follows:
Qualification Possible Point of Entry
Relevant HETAC/NCEA Higher Certificate/National CertificateFirst year
(Distinction)
Relevant HETAC/NCEA Higher Certificate/National CertificateFirst year
(Merit plus Experience)
Relevant HETAC/NCEA Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National
Diploma (Merit or Better)Second year
Relevant HETAC/NCEA Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National
Diploma (Distinction plus a possible interview)Third year
International candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language. For further information on international applications click here.
