MSc Computer Engineering with Year in Industry
A hands-on master’s programme blending academic rigor with real-world industry experience in computer engineering.
Best for:Best for graduates with a strong foundation in mathematics and science who seek to specialize in computer engineering and gain industry experience through a structured placement year.
Overview
This master’s programme at Queen’s University Belfast combines theoretical computer engineering with practical industry experience through a year-long placement. Students engage in cutting-edge research and collaborative projects while developing technical skills applicable to modern engineering challenges. The curriculum emphasizes innovation, problem-solving, and the ability to translate academic knowledge into industry solutions. Applicants should be prepared for a dynamic learning environment that integrates classroom instruction with professional development in a global tech landscape.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced technical skills in computer engineering through a rigorous academic curriculum.
- Engage in hands-on projects that bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications.
- Complete a year-long industry placement to gain real-world experience in a professional engineering environment.
- Collaborate with peers and industry partners to solve complex engineering challenges.
- Apply mathematical and scientific principles to design and implement computer systems and solutions.
- Participate in research activities and contribute to innovative projects within the department.
Requirements
Degree required: Upper secondary school certificate (Irish Leaving Certificate) with H2H2H3H3H3H3 grades, including Higher Level grade H2 in Mathematics and a Science subject (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computing).
Degree offered: MSc in Computer Engineering
Language: English proficiency is not explicitly required for admission but is assumed given the academic environment.
Instruction: English
- Proven academic ability in mathematics and science subjects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Basic proficiency in programming or technical subjects.
- Ability to meet minimum grade requirements for Leaving Certificate subjects.
- Irish Leaving Certificate holders with specified minimum grades.
- Applicants must meet subject-specific requirements (e.g., Mathematics and Science subjects).
- Junior Certificate performance is considered for admission.
- No age restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-13 (Europe/Dublin)
Applications must be submitted through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Full instructions and details are available on the UCAS website. The advisory closing date for applications is January 13, 2027. Applications after this date may still be considered until June 30, 2027, subject to availability.
- UCAS application form
- Irish Leaving Certificate results or equivalent
- Junior Certificate results (if applicable)
- Proof of subject-specific requirements (Mathematics and Science subjects)
Contact
Queen’s University Belfast Admissions· Admissions Office
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