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BSC ROBOTICS & INTELLIGENT DEVICES

Qualification : BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE

Award Type and NFQ level : UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE (8)

CAO/MU Apply code :

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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. 

Year 1:  Students complete Foundation Electronic Engineering, Computer Science,  Mathematics and Digital modules.  Students complete critical skills modules over the 1st 2 years of the programme weighted 7.5 ECT, gaining experience working in a team, developing project planning, time management, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills. While taught modules in year 2 develop a strong basis in Robotics. 

Year 3 : Students complete 6 taught modules over semester 1 (5 credits each) and over semester 2 obtain an industrial work experience placement including the skills training ahead of the placement application. 

Year 4 :  25 credits of taught modules & a Final Year Project worth 20 credits are compulsory while 15 credits (3 modules) may be chosen from a selection of modules.   An excellent variety of project choices is available to our students. 

Course Duration: 4 years

The rapid advancement of robotics, AI, and intelligent device technologies is driving the need for new skills. Job opportunities are emerging across various sectors, including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, energy, communications, and research. 


Potential graduate positions may include roles such as robotics engineer, software engineer/developer, embedded systems engineer/developer, intelligent systems architect, and intelligence analyst.

Students enrolled in this program will gain valuable experience ahead of commencing their career,  through work placement in their third year, along with a portfolio of projects to showcase to prospective employers. 


Students can also pursue further education through postgraduate studies and PhD programs at Maynooth International University Engineering College.  Please email [email protected] for further information on postgraduate opportunities at MIEC. 

This table displays the requirements for Leaving Certificate applicants.
Subject Required Ordinary Level Grade Higher Level Grade
Irish No N/A N/A
English No N/A N/A
Language No N/A N/A
Math No N/A N/A
Science No N/A N/A

International & EU/EFTA Entry Requirements

For application information, please contact the MIEC Team at the following email address: [email protected]

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