MT844 · Level 8 · 4 years

Intelligent Systems Engineering

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

392

Down 17 points since 2023 (409).

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About this course

A hands-on engineering degree in Cork about designing smart, connected products using sensors, electronics, software and AI. Projects are a big part of each semester.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year mixes theory with applied work and covers design thinking, sensors, 3D design and printing, embedded software, maths and innovation and teamwork. Later you build and test smart systems in areas like healthcare, smart manufacturing and transport. Delivery is project-based and studio-based.
Placement and abroad
A work placement runs from January to September of year 3.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in product design, electronic and mechanical design, embedded software, testing, manufacturing, cloud services and project management. Postgraduate study is also possible.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy building gadgets and mixing electronics, coding and design.

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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

2023409202438020253732026392

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026392Published after the final round
2025 373373442
2024 380380444
2023 409409466

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 H6 or Ordinary O3

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

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