MSc

Mechanical Engineering

Learn more about studying Mechanical Engineering as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,100EUR
  • Start date
    Sep, Oct
  • University ranking
    #401

Program overview

What the University of Limerick says about their program:

This programme is designed to provide you with detailed knowledge of advanced methods in Mechanical Engineering encompassing theoretical foundations, computational and experimental methods, and engineering applications. In addition to a comprehensive choice of elective options, the programme features an individual project that allows you to tackle a research topic that you select from a wide range of themes. As a graduate of this programme, you will be highly sought-after by major Irish and multinational companies across a wide range of sectors – energy, biomedical, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, construction, chemicals and pharmaceuticals. In addition, the course will provide you with the required educational standard to apply for Chartered Engineer status, fulfilling the requirements of Engineers Ireland for this internationally-recognised professional title.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Scholarships at University of Limerick

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Fees

University of Limerick provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Limerick encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from €12,800 to €20,542 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from €12,500 to €24,414 per year

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What is the cost of living near University of Limerick?

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,700
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€1,433
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€153
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€41
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€19
Monthly public transport pass€54
Monthly grocery basket€156
Coffee shop drink€4
Cinema or cultural event ticket€10
Gym membership€44

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of Limerick

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of Limerick.

Ireland student visa requirements