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Electrical Engineering focuses mainly on producing, transmitting, and distributing electrical power, creating electrical machinery and devices, and planning electrical systems for industrial structures. A key goal is ensuring renewable sources like wind, solar, and hydropower supply 70% of Ireland's electricity needs by 2030. Professionals in this field develop smart grid technologies to efficiently integrate renewable energy. This three-year Level 7 program prepares graduates with the technical skills needed for roles involving electrical systems, automation, power generation, sustainable technologies, and energy regulations.
The initial year provides foundational training in mathematics, engineering principles, and core technologies essential for advanced electrical engineering studies in subsequent years.
You should be at least 17 years of age in January of the year of entry.
You must have a Secondary/High School Diploma, with good grades in English and Mathematics and at least 4 other subjects, on average + 60%.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 5.5 IELTS (minimum of 5 IELTS in each component)
TOEFL Internet Based test (iBT): 70 (min score of 15 in each component)
TOEFL – Computer Based Test: 196 (min score of 15 in each component)
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: Grade C
Duolingo English Test (DET): 90
English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP): B2+
GCE O-Level English: Grade C
GCSE English: Grade C
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 50
Test of Interactive English (TIE): B2+
TOEFL Paper Based Test: 550
TOEIC: 605
Irish Leaving Certificate: Ordinary Level O6