TU701 · Level 7 · 3 years

Automation Engineering

Technological University Dublin - Bolton Street · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

352

Up 89 points since 2023 (263).

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About this course

A three year Level 7 engineering degree that combines mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering with computing to design automated and robotic systems. It is accredited by Engineers Ireland.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study CAD, workshop skills, electronics, maths, programming, robotics, mechatronics, automation systems and manufacturing. The course mixes classwork with hands-on lab and workshop time. In final year you design, build and test a project.
Placement and abroad
There is an industrial work placement in second semester of second year, and exchanges to partner universities in Europe and China are possible.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as automation, manufacturing, design and maintenance technologists, and with a Merit can progress to Year 3 of the Level 8 degree TU823.
Who it suits
Suits students who like building and programming machines and solving practical engineering problems.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026352Published after the final round
2025 255255409
2024 253253396
2023 263263403

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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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