Qualification : BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
Award Type and NFQ level : UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE (8)
CAO/PAC code : MH306
CAO Points : 350
Closing Date : 01 July 2025
Degree Overview
>The Robotics and Intelligent Devices programme focuses on the design, implementation, and use of intelligent physical things including robots, autonomous vehicles, smart sensors, and internet-of-things devices. It is accredited by Engineers Ireland and internationally recognised.
>Blending Electronic Engineering and Computer Science, the programme focuses on adding intelligence to everyday systems and developing robots that can collaborate and interact with humans and our environment. Throughout the programme students have the opportunity to work with multiple robotic and intelligent device platforms in well equipped labs.
>With a problem-based learning approach and substantial projects throughout the programme, students can build a compelling portfolio of projects to show potential employers. In addition to practicing skills in hardware and software analysis and design, experiential learning through projects equips students with key skills in technical and non-technical communication, teamwork, engineering management, and evaluation of impact.
>The programme is ideally suited to students who want to make a difference in areas such as health and wellbeing, assistive living, smart agriculture, smart manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and many others, through robotics and intelligent device based technologies and solutions.
Engineering Scholarship: W.A. Barrett Scholarship in Engineering
The W.A. Barrett Scholarship in Engineering at Maynooth University was established in 2023 through the generosity of Earthridge International and the Barrett family to commemorate the late William Anthony (Tony) Barrett. The scholarship provides 3,000 to eligible first year students taking a Level 8 course that is accredited by Engineers Ireland at Maynooth University. Two scholarships are available for MH304/MH306 Engineering students.
www.mu.ie/scholarships
Duration: 4 years
1st year
- Students take a range of modules covering mathematics, physics, programming, electronic fundamentals and project work.
2nd and 3rd year
- Over the following 2 years you will develop a strong basis in robotics and intelligent devices.
- Complete a work placement (subject to availability) or a design challenge in third year.
- Students are encouraged to compete in high profile robot competitions and other competitive challenges.
Final year
- Students choose between robotics and intelligent device thematic large projects.
Head of Department
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Department of Electronic Engineering
Department of Faculty of Science & Engineering
Department of Hamilton Institute
Department of Radiospace
Department of Registry
Department of Registrar's Office
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Department of Electronic Engineering
Department of Hamilton Institute
Department of Computer Science
Department of Human Health Institute
Academic
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| Subject | Required | Ordinary Level Grade | Higher Level Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | Yes | O6 | H7 |
| English | Yes | O6 | H7 |
| Language | No | N/A | N/A |
| Math | Yes | O3 | H7 |
| Science | No | N/A | N/A |
International & EU/EFTA Entry Requirements
Mature Students
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants are assessed separately to school-leavers. Mature applicants are 23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. For part-time/flexible degrees the mature age is 21.
Mature applicants who have a disability
If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia), and require support for any required written exercise/interview/ online video audition which may form part of your application assessment, you must complete an online request form and submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2025. Applications for alternative examination accommodation cannot be considered after this deadline.
01 February 2025
Additional Information
Leaving Certificate Applicants
Required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 & 4O6/H7 and O6/H7 in Irish, English, O3/H7 Mathematics. MH306 Round 1 Points 2024: 350
HEAR and DARE
DARE: The Disability Access Route to Education is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school-leavers whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education.
HEAR: The Higher Education Access Route is a third level admissions scheme for school leavers from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Contact the Access Office for more information about these access routes.
The Maynooth Education
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Categories of applicant:
- School-leavers (Leaving Certificate students)
- Mature students (23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University/part-time degrees the mature age is 21)
- EU/EFTA/UK students
- International students (outside the EU)
- QQI (Further Education) students
- Transferring students
- Deferring students