MT833 · Level 8 · 4 years

Instrument Engineering

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

347

Up 16 points since 2023 (331).

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About this course

A science degree in Cork about the instruments used to measure, control and automate industrial processes. It blends science and engineering.

How long
4 years
What you study
You build up a foundation in physics, maths, electronics, measurement technology and IT, then study specialist instrument engineering modules. First year includes computing, maths, chemical principles, physics, sensors and systems, and measurement and calibration. In year 4 you do a major project designing measurement and control systems.
Placement and abroad
In year 3 you do a work placement in industry or a research group, in Ireland or abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as instrument, automation or control engineers in pharmaceutical, biotech, food, drinks, oil and gas and water industries. Others work with engineering consultancies and systems integrators.
Who it suits
Suits students who like working out how things work, enjoy problem solving and are comfortable with maths and electronics.

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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

2023331202431620253462026347

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026347Published after the final round
2025 346346402
2024 316318365
2023 331331409

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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