US913 · Level 8 · 4 years

Mechanical and Polymer Engineering

Technological University of the Shannon - Athlone · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

413

Up 84 points since 2023 (329).

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About this course

A mechanical engineering degree with a focus on polymers (plastics), which are used heavily in medical devices and other manufacturing industries.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers engineering science, mechanics, materials, workshop skills and maths. Later years move into polymer science, plastic part design with CAD, tool design, product design and regulatory compliance. About half your time is spent in labs, and you finish with a final year project done with industry.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you do a paid six-month placement from January to June, in Ireland or abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates are sought by medical device, pharmaceutical, automotive, aerospace and packaging companies.
Who it suits
Suits students who like maths and science, enjoy hands-on lab work and are curious about how plastic products are designed and made.

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About Manufacturing and processing

Courses on industrial production, materials, and automation

Involves gaining knowledge and skills related to the design, production, quality control, and management of manufacturing processes and systems. Students learn about various aspects of manufacturing, including materials science, automation, production planning, process control, and industrial management. E.g. Manufacturing Engineering, Process and Chemical Engineering.

Points history

2023329202436920253022026413

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026413Published after the final round
2025 302302393
2024 369377435
2023 329329445

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

  • Romanian: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Swedish: 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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