3 Years (BSc) + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) As a UCD Engineering student, you’ll enrol in a common first year, which allows you to gain an understanding of the many different engineering disciplines available, before being offered an unrestricted choice of specialisation*. We have the widest range of degree choices in the country and, after completing this common first year, you can choose from one of the following: Biomedical Engineering Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical or Electronic Engineering Energy Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering We provide a rigorous education in the fundamental engineering subjects and help you to develop problem-solving and design skills based on maths and physics. The range of study and career opportunities that can be accessed through our bachelor’s and master’s degree options is illustrated on the diagram here. You can choose a Bachelor of Engineering Science – BSc (three years) leading to a Master of Engineering – ME (two years). You can also pursue a Bachelor of Engineering – BE degree (four years). Since 2013, the educational standard for the professional title of Chartered Engineer (Engineers Ireland) has been an accredited master’s degree programme in engineering or equivalent. The BE degree (4 years) in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering is accredited at the master’s level by the Institute of Chemical Engineers and satisfies the educational standard for the professional title of Chartered Engineer (IChemE).

A world of opportunity awaits you as a UCD Engineering graduate, and as our programmes are professionally accredited they are fully recognised internationally. You will be able to establish a career in many sectors, including: Energy/clean technology Infrastructure Healthcare Information and communications technology Business and research Education You will be equipped with a mindset and skills that will make you an asset to any employer. The Engineering education offered by UCD is recognised by the world’s top companies. In addition to our wide range of BE degrees, UCD has numerous graduate degrees including taught master’s with specialisations in: Biomedical Engineering Biosystems Engineering Civil Engineering Civil & Environmental Engineering Electrical Energy Engineering Electronic & Computer Engineering Energy Systems Engineering Engineering with Business Mechanical Engineering Materials Science & Engineering Structural Engineering