GY401 · Level 8 · 4 years (BE) or 5 years (BE+ME)

Engineering (Undenominated)

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

543

Up 10 points since 2023 (533).

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About this course

A general first year of engineering that lets you try different areas before choosing your discipline. After first year you move into second year of a specific engineering degree.

How long
4 years (BE) or 5 years (BE+ME)
What you study
First year introduces civil, mechanical, electronic, biomedical and energy systems engineering, plus engineering maths and project work. From second year you join a programme such as electronic and computer or energy systems engineering, or certain BSc courses like project and construction management.
Placement and abroad
All engineering students do a paid work placement, with an eight-month placement in fourth year on the five-year BE+ME route, and some students may spend a year abroad at a partner university.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in manufacturing, technology, construction, healthcare, research and regulatory agencies, and the ME leads towards Chartered Engineer status.
Who it suits
Suits students who are good at maths and enjoy hands-on problem-solving but aren't sure which type of engineering fits them.

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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
2026543Published after the final round
2025 542542567
2024 532532577
2023 533533566

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: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H4
  • Lab Science or Tech or CS: 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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