Mechanical Engineering - MSc

During this programme, you will:

• Gain high-level skills in design, analysis and testing to meet the needs of the mechanical engineering sector.

• Acquire in-depth knowledge of advanced mechanical engineering methods, including theoretical foundations, computational techniques, and experimental methods.

• Develop an understanding of the value of technical communications and project planning, completing a research project that bridges the gap between academic learning and practical application by engaging with current industry challenges in collaboration with leading companies.

• Gain skills that will enhance your employment prospects with Irish and multinational companies across various sectors, including energy, biomedical, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, construction, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.

Key information:

• Complete full-time in one year

• Delivered on campus

• Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters

• Submit a research project (thesis) at the end of the summer semester

• Receive training in technical communications and project planning

• Take 2 core modules and 3 - 4 elective modules each semester

You will learn through a blend of:

• Lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities

• Reflective practice and guided research

• Regular feedback from faculty and peers

Year 1

Autumn Semester

Core modules:

• Research Project (ME6161) enables students to apply the knowledge learned from the programme to a research problem or challenge in their chosen field of study.

• Advanced Technical Communication for Engineers (ME6051) prepares engineering students for publishing/writing as a part of their professional careers and/or further postgraduate studies.

Electives – choose 4

• Finite Element Analysis (ME4616)
• Advanced Mechanics of Solids (ME4037)
• Aerospace Metallic Materials (ME6091)
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (ME4438)
• Wind Ocean Hydro (CE6001)
• Boundary-Layer Theory (ME4417)
• Heat and Mass Transfer (ME6141)
• Scientific Computing (CE4021)
• Fundamentals of Continuum Mechanics (ME6001)
• Microfluidics (ME6122)

Spring Semester

Core modules:

• Research Project (ME6162) provides students with the skills to tackle practical engineering challenges in industry or for a potential career as a research engineer.

• Project Planning & Control (IE4248) develops abilities to plan and manage large engineering projects.

Electives – choose 3:

• Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (ME6062)
• Engineering Mechanics of Plastics and Composites (ME6072)
• Renewable Energy Technologies (ME6092)
• Fracture Mechanics (ME6052)
• Fuels and Energy Conversion (ME4047)
• Non-Linear Finite Element Analysis (ME6071)
• Engineering Alloys (ME6182)
• Plasticity of Conventional and 3D Printed Metals (ME6192)

Summer Semester

• Research Project (ME6163) concludes with a report (maximum 12,500 words) and a substantive presentation to a specially convened symposium.

Relevant course materials - such as books and journal articles - will be available digitally via the UL Glucksman Library’s online resources.

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s Book of Modules

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field relating to engineering dynamics, solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and mechanics of materials.

• The university may shortlist and invite you to an interview.

International students:

• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students .

Checklist of Documents:

• *Academic transcripts and certificates
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID.
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• English translation of your qualifications and transcripts

English Language:

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements

Guidelines on Completing your Application

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist.
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc.
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying.

EU - €7,900

Non-EU - €20,100

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie ).

Funding

Find further information on funding and scholarships .

This course can lead to the following sectors and careers:

• Energy
• Biomedical
• Manufacturing
• Automotive
• Aerospace
• Construction
• Pharmaceutical/Chemical

Holly Powell, B.Eng. (Mech.), Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

"The Master’s in Mechanical Engineering allowed me to develop a well-rounded skillset which meant that I could choose from a wide range of great opportunities when I graduated. Without it, I wouldn’t have had the chance to work my dream job at the forefront of the photolithography industry, where I have almost unlimited opportunities to travel and take on exciting technical challenges."

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