AU831 · Level 7 · 3 years

Mechatronic Engineering

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

280

Down 27 points since 2023 (307).

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About this course

An engineering degree in mechatronics, which combines mechanical, electronic, robotic and software systems. You learn to design, build and control machines and processes.

How long
3 years
What you study
First year covers maths, physics, graphics and CAD, mechanics, electrical principles, electronics and chemistry. Later modules include pneumatics and hydraulics, signals and systems, materials, and programming and interfacing. Sligo has an exchange with Kempten University in Germany, where students spend one week. You can exit after two years with a Higher Certificate.
Where it can lead
It can lead to jobs in modern manufacturing industries, supplying skilled technicians.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy robots, electronics, programming and making machines work.

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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

2023307202425220253092026280

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026280Published after the final round
2025 309310424
2024 252252358
2023 307307427

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
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

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

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