Qualification : BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
Award Type and NFQ level : UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE (8)
CAO/PAC code : MH306
CAO Points : 351
Closing Date : 01 July 2019
- The Department of Electronic Engineering began offering a new programme in Robotics and Intelligent Devices in 2016, with a focus on applications in healthcare, the home, business and leisure.
- Students completing the degree in Robotics and Intelligent Devices will acquire strong skills in systems and knowledge of how systems fit together, through areas such as hardware, signal processing and system control.
- Blending Electronic Engineering and Computer Science - adding intelligence to every day systems and developing robots that can interact with humans and our environment. Through project work, students will explore robotics and intelligent devices and may focus their project work throughout the programme in a specific area of their interest or blend thematic areas.
Why choose this degree?
- You will be taught by world-class experts in the area of mobile communications, biomedical diagnostics and technologies.
- You have an interest in some or all of the following: developing technological support systems, enabling assisted living in the home, phone technology, the connection to SMART living in the home, the use of devices in the medical world including prosthetics and the latest developments in car design.
- Students will combine their work in hardware and software, equipping them with a blend of skills which will lead them to work on items such as music devices, physical computer interfaces, mobile phones, healthcare systems and more.
1st year
- Students complete a number of modules common with year 1 Electronic Engineering (5 credits each & 1 7.5 credit ) & 2 Computer Science modules (7.5 credits each)
- Over semester 2 students work on a project module titled Robotics Systems (7.5 credits)
2nd and 3rd year
- Over the following 2 years you will develop a strong basis in robotics and intelligent devices
- Optional 10 credit Electives
- 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
Course Duration: 4 Years
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This table displays the requirements for Leaving Certificate applicants.
| 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
A mature student is 23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. For part-time degrees the mature age is 21. Admission is based on your application. Mathematics test and/or interview.
O3/H7 Leaving Certificate Mathematics or equivalent is required.
Apply to the CAO by February 1st 2019. Late applications from mature students may be accepted after this date - consult the Undergraduate Studies website for updates. Application may not be made to the CAO after May 1st 2019.
Mature students must complete the CAO section for mature applicants fully, indicating clearly past or current studies, and outlining educational goals and objectives. Applicants are assessed on the basis of the information provided on their CAO application form. All questions should be answered in full.
Mature student applicants who have a disability
If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia), and require examination support for the written tests, please submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2019 to the Access Office. Unfortunately we are unable to consider applications for alternative examination accommodation after this deadline.
01 February 2019
Additional Information
Leaving Certificate applicants are required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 & 4O6/H7 and O6/H7 in Irish, English, O4/H7 Mathematics.
The Maynooth Education
Click here for details about 2nd year optional Electives available in this degree.
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.
The application process depends on the type of applicant you are. Click here for all information about how to apply.
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