The normal entry requirements for the Access Course are:

• A level 8 (NFQ level 8 qualification) Honours degree in a Science/Technology based degree (Applied Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, etc.), or
• A level 8 (NFQ level 8 qualification) Honours degree in other areas of engineering (Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, etc.)
• Both cases are subject to an interview if deemed necessary by the Chair of the Programme or Head of School.

English language Requirements

• IELTS ACADEMIC - Overall score 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.
• TOEFL - Overall score 580.
• CBTOEFL - Overall score 237.
• TOEFL iBT - Overall score 92 or above.
• English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP) - C1
• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CAP) - Postgraduate: Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components
• Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) - Postgraduate: Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components
• Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) - 63 with a minimum of 59 in all components.
• Duolingo - Duolingo will be accepted with a minimum score of 120 and a score of at least 110 in each subscore.