Master of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering University of Galway, Ireland

The ME in Electrical & Electronic Engineering is a Level 9, 60 ECTS programme for graduates of accredited BE degrees. It combines advanced technologies, transferable skills, and a research thesis in areas such as embedded systems, signal processing, power electronics, and biomedical electronics. Designed to support career progression, it also meets requirements for Chartered Engineer status. 

The Master of Engineering (ME) at University of Galway is part of an integrated 4+1 pathway (Bachelor + Master), meeting European Framework Standards for engineering accreditation. Completing this Level 9 programme as part of the accredited 4+1 route allows you to meet the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status upon graduation. 

The ME is a one-year, 60 ECTS course. It is open to graduates with an honours degree in a related Engineering discipline who wish to study advanced topics and deepen their expertise. Applicants using the ME towards CEng should note that accreditation is based on the combined Level 8 + Level 9 study, not the Master’s year alone. 

The programme is ideally suited to graduates of Level 8 BE degrees in Electrical/Electronic Engineering. It includes:

• 20-25 ECTS in advanced technologies in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• 15-20 ECTS in transferrable skills for careers in industry or research
• A major project and thesis in Electrical & Electronic Engineering