MT764 · Level 7 · 4 years

Marine Engineering

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

242

Up 19 points since 2023 (223).

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About this course

A Level 7 degree in running and maintaining the engines and machinery of ships. It is taught at the National Maritime College of Ireland and includes time at sea.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers marine engineering systems, physics, mechanics, thermodynamics, electrical and electronic principles, marine power systems, maths and a mechanical workshop. You also train in electrical and welding workshops, the college engine room and simulation suites.
Placement and abroad
After years 1 and 2, you are expected to join a commercial ship in Year 3 to gain sea time for the Department of Transport Certificate of Competency, though finding a berth is not guaranteed.
Where it can lead
Graduates work at sea on offshore support vessels, yachts, cruise ships and wind farm vessels, or ashore as engineering surveyors or in ports, energy, pharma and other industries. They can go on to higher Certificates of Competency such as Second Engineer.
Who it suits
Suits students who like mechanical and engineering work, are happy to spend time at sea and enjoy practical training.

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Mechanical, biomedical, and civil engineering fields

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Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026242Published after the final round
2025 227179398
2024 225234363
2023 223223408

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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