Engineering

About this course

Trinity's five-year engineering course leads to a Master's (M.A.I.), with an option to leave after four years with an honours degree. All students share the first two years before picking a specialism.

How long

5 years (optional exit with honours degree after 4)

What you study

First year covers engineering science, maths, computer science, physics, chemistry, mechanics, graphics and a group design-and-build project. Second year adds topics like structures, thermo-fluids and electronics. You then choose Biomedical, Civil/Structural/Environmental, Computer, Electronic, Electronic and Computer, or Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.

Placement and abroad

There is an option of an internship in the second half of fourth year, or a year abroad through Erasmus, CLUSTER or UNITECH.

Where it can lead

The course is accredited by Engineers Ireland up to Master's level, the route to Chartered Engineer status, and there is a dual master's pathway with Columbia University.

Who it suits

Suits students who are strong at maths and enjoy solving technical problems, building things and working in teams.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.