Engineering & Computing - Research
Postgraduate research opportunities in computing, electronic, and mechanical engineering at Dublin City University.
Best for:Best for prospective research students seeking to pursue a Master's or PhD in engineering or computing disciplines.
Overview
Dublin City University offers postgraduate research opportunities within the Schools of Computing, Electronic Engineering, and Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering. The faculty maintains a strong research focus, actively participating in national research centers and international collaborations. Candidates are invited to contribute to high-performing research areas aligned with the university's strategic plan for research excellence. The program is designed to foster research impact and develop human capital through rigorous academic inquiry.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research in a chosen area within computing or engineering.
- Engage with faculty research groups and national research centers.
- Participate in academic and scholarly activities to advance research impact.
- Undergo periodic progress reviews and confirmation procedures as required by academic regulations.
- Collaborate with academic staff on strategic research projects.
Requirements
Degree required: Primary degree equivalent to Lower Second Class Honours or above in a cognate area.
Degree offered: PhD or Master's by Research
Language: English; proficiency requirements as specified by the DCU Registry.
Instruction: English
- Academic research proficiency in a relevant engineering or computing discipline.
- Ability to propose and define a research area.
- Strong academic performance in prior undergraduate or postgraduate studies.
- Candidates must hold a primary degree equivalent to at least Lower Second Class Honours.
- Direct PhD entry requires an appropriate Master's degree obtained by research.
- PhD-track entry requires a taught Master's or a primary degree with first- or second-class honours, grade one.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Applicants should submit their application through the official university portal. Candidates are assessed based on their academic performance and the quality of their proposed research area. Interviews or submission of written work may be required as part of the assessment process.
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- CV
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