SE728 · Level 7 · 3 years

Robotics and Automated Systems

South East Technological University - Carlow · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

290

Up 29 points since 2023 (261).

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About this course

A Level 7 degree in robotics and automated systems, built on electronics, mechanics and computing. You can leave with a Level 6 award after Year 2.

How long
3 years
What you study
The course balances theory, lab classes and hands-on projects. You learn to design, set up and maintain robots and automated systems for industry.
Placement and abroad
Work placement and project links exist with robotics and automation companies in Ireland.
Where it can lead
Jobs include robotics engineer, automation engineer, controls engineer and field service engineer. Graduates can progress to Year 4 of the Level 8 degree.
Who it suits
Suits students who like programming, electronics and building machines.

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About Engineering and engineering trades

Mechanical, biomedical, and civil engineering fields

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Points history

2023261202426620252712026290

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026290Published after the final round
2025 271271357
2024 266266409
2023 261284408

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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