DC197 · Level 8 · 4 years

Biomedical Engineering

Dublin City University · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

543

Up 12 points since 2023 (531).

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About this course

An engineering degree that applies mechanical and design skills to medicine, such as implants, prosthetics and medical devices.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study engineering maths, mechanics and materials alongside anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. Later modules include biomaterials, rehabilitation engineering, surgical device technology and finite element analysis. Final year has a project.
Placement and abroad
A six- to ten-month INTRA work placement in third year, and you can study abroad.
Where it can lead
Careers include biomedical, clinical and medical device engineer, and research and development in healthcare and pharma.
Who it suits
Suits students who like maths and engineering and want to apply them to health.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Manufacturing and processing

Courses on industrial production, materials, and automation

Involves gaining knowledge and skills related to the design, production, quality control, and management of manufacturing processes and systems. Students learn about various aspects of manufacturing, including materials science, automation, production planning, process control, and industrial management. E.g. Manufacturing Engineering, Process and Chemical Engineering.

Points history

2023531202453320255442026543

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026543Published after the final round
2025 544544565
2024 533533543
2023 531531555

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 H4

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

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