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MH201 - Engineering Science
Go to Course - Bachelor Of ScienceEngineering Science cannot be taken with Biology. Students taking Engineering Science must also take Computer Science. Students may take Computer Science and not take Engineering Science.
Overview
From medical diagnostics to mobile communications, internet gaming to transport systems – the wonders of engineering are all around us.
Leading technological change
Engineering science combines the study of engineering and science. It applies scientific principles to solve real-world engineering problems.
At the forefront of technological change, engineering science and electronic engineering develop the latest phones, computers, toys, robots, and cars.
A dynamic and creative discipline, one of the newest areas for electronic engineers is the space where software and hardware meet.
A world-class education
You’ll benefit from our department’s leading expertise in mobile communications, biomedical diagnostics and technologies, and the intelligent control of large machines like robots.
Each of these areas connects to rapidly growing industries and excellent job opportunities.
This deep knowledge gives Maynooth University graduates a world-class electronic engineering education and a headstart in these exciting areas.
Subject Structure
First year
- Engineering Science is taken with Mathematics, Computer Science (15 or 30 credits) and 1 other Science subject from Chemistry, Data Science, Experimental Physics, Mathematical Physics. .
Second year
- Engineering Science
- Mathematics
- Choose 1 other subject
- Optional 10 credit Elective
or
- Transfer pathway: first year MH201 Engineering Science to second year MH304 BE Electronic Engineering for students who have passed first year having taken Engineering Science, Computer Science, Mathematics and one other subject. Subject to attaining 50% or more in Mathematics in the first sitting of first year exams. Subject to availability of places.
Third year
- Continue with 2 subjects
Final year
- Choose between Engineering Science as a (i) Single Major or (ii) Double Major degree
- Available Science subjects in conjunction with Engineering Science: Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Experimental Physics, Mathematical Physics or Statistics
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Entry requirements
Leaving Certificate applicants are required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 & 4O6/H7 and O6/H7 in Irish, English, O4/H7 Mathematics & O6/H7 in a Science subject (i.e. Agricultural Science, Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, or Physics with Chemistry).
Postgraduate
Postgraduate study is also available, and our academic staff have a diverse range of research interests. Visit the Department website for more information about postgraduate options.
Careers
You can expect to graduate with a strong background in software and electronic systems - skills that are in high demand throughout the ICT sector in Ireland and internationally.
If you choose Computer Science with Engineering Science, you will have particular strength when seeking opportunities in companies which require a close fusion of hardware and software systems – such as robotics or highly integrated devices (such as engine management, digitally controlled products).
If you choose another science subject with Engineering Science, you can access careers in companies looking at sensing and monitoring – in the medical, biological and environmental sectors.