AU542 · Level 7 · 3 years

Software and Electronic Engineering

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

251

Up 12 points since 2023 (239).

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About this course

This Level 7 engineering course covers software, computers, electronics, the internet and cloud, from basic transistors to the Internet of Things. It uses team and problem based learning.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 includes electronic circuits, electrical theory, C and C++ programming, web technologies and maths. Later you study computer engineering, internet technology and object oriented programming. You also build personal and professional skills like teamwork and communication.
Placement and abroad
You do an eight month work placement in Year 3, or you can take an Erasmus+ study placement in Europe.
Where it can lead
After two years you can leave with a Higher Certificate in Engineering in Software and Electronic Engineering.
Who it suits
Suits students who like both programming and electronics and enjoy building things.

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About Engineering and engineering trades

Mechanical, biomedical, and civil engineering fields

Engineering degrees focus on solving real-world problems and innovating solutions across various industries, such as construction, manufacturing, technology, and energy. E.g. Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026251Published after the final round
2025 262267400
2024 250250402
2023 239239399

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O4

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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