Engineering - Electronic & Computer Engineering - Masters Engineering Qualifier

This specialised course serves as a transformative pathway to bridge the gap between a student's current knowledge base and the essential expertise required to study the Electronic & Computer Engineering Master’s programme.



Students who do not have the entry requirements to enter directly onto the Master’s programme may be offered entry via this route. It is ideally suited to students who have an NFQ Level 8 qualification below H2.2 equivalent or an NFQ Level 7 qualification, with a minimum of three years relevant experience in Electronic Engineering or a cognate discipline.



It contains the same modules as our Master’s Degree and students may transfer onto the Master’s programme, subject to the transfer requirements and without loss of accumulated credits. A Graduate Certificate exit award is potentially available if a transfer to the Master’s Programme is not possible or desirable; however, a minimum of 4 advanced (Level 9) modules must be successfully completed in order to exit with a Graduate Certificate.

January & September Intake:



Entry to the Masters Qualifier Course is available to Electronic Engineering or cognate discipline graduates with:



• An NFQ Level 8 qualification below H2.2 equivalent.



• An NFQ Level 7 qualification, with a minimum of three years relevant experience.



• Both cases are subject to an interview if deemed necessary by the Chair of Programme or Head of School.



Important Note:



• Students who meet the minimum entry requirements are not guaranteed a place on the programme and DCU reserves the right to interview candidates to confirm their suitability for the programme.



Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applicants are required to submit a cover letter along with their application under the Transcripts section of the portal, affirming their intent to apply for RPL. For more information on RPL see here.

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.



This program offers students the freedom to engage in part-time, remote learning for unmatched flexibility but also presents a transformative gateway for those looking to embark on a new career journey.

DC847 January & September Intake

Careers

The Access programme offers an entry route to the Postgraduate programmes in Electronic & Computer Engineering, which opens up many opportunities to its graduates.



Some students have launched a new career, often based on new skills they have developed and nurtured during the Master’s project. Part-time students have found that their career progression has been more rapid, or that new roles have opened up with their employers. Others have progressed to PhD research and gained further advancement and recognition.



In a competitive time for positions, the extra qualifications provided by this programme are a valuable addition to your CV.