MT837 · Level 8 · 4 years

Sustainable Energy Engineering

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

409

Up 42 points since 2023 (367).

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About this course

An engineering degree in Cork about energy and sustainability. You learn from staff across several engineering fields and visit sites such as wind farms and solar installations.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers sustainable energy, the science of energy, electrical principles, computer control, maths, mechanics, chemistry, 3D CAD and climate change. In final year you carry out a major individual research project, often based on your placement.
Placement and abroad
A mandatory work placement of at least 10 weeks follows year 3, often extended up to 6 months, in an energy-related company, agency or research group.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as process engineers, design engineers, energy analysts and energy managers in sectors such as biopharma, medical devices and energy supply.
Who it suits
Suits students who care about climate and sustainability and enjoy maths, science and problem solving.

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About Environment

Environmental science, conservation, and sustainability

The study of Environment courses focuses on understanding the natural world, human impact on the environment, and strategies for sustainable management and conservation. Students learn about climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. E.g. Environmental Science, Marine Science, Sustainability.

Points history

2023367202440020254082026409

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026409Published after the final round
2025 408408445
2024 400400452
2023 367367435

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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