SE722 · Level 7 · 3 years

Electronic Engineering

South East Technological University - Carlow · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

261

Up 41 points since 2023 (220).

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About this course

A Level 7 degree in electronic engineering, on how electronic devices and systems are designed and tested. You can leave with a Level 6 award after Year 2.

How long
3 years
What you study
Teaching mixes theory, lab work and hands-on projects. You use design and simulation software such as Proteus, Cadence, Vivado and MATLAB, and learn circuit design, coding and how the internet works. Students on this route have won awards in national electronics competitions.
Placement and abroad
There is an optional work placement in Year 3.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in Ireland's electronics and technology sector, or progress to Year 4 of the BEng (Hons) in Electronic Systems at SETU Carlow.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy problem solving, circuits and coding.

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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

2023220202424320252422026261

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026261Published after the final round
2025 242242340
2024 243243350
2023 220220339

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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