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Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT)

Athlone , Westmeath ,Ireland

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Mechanical Engineering

Why take this course?
?A Mechanical Engineer has a working knowledge of computer applications, electricity, structures, mathematics, physics, computer aided design and drafting and materials science. For this reason, a degree in Mechanical Engineering can be used to gain well paid employment anywhere in the world that an engineer is needed. This programme is a one year add on, open to Level 7 graduates in Mechanical Engineering disciplines. It uniquely provides the student with option of specialising in one of the following core areas as part of their studies: Polymer Engineering, Manufacturing/Automation, and Energy Management.

In addition, the programme offers the student a year long industrial project based in a company which gives the student valuable work experience. These industrial links are further enhanced by experienced lecturing staff combined with industrial visits and industrially based case studies. Mechanical Engineering is a rewarding career in which graduates can and do make a difference to society by applying their skills and knowledge.

What will I experience?
?On this course you can:

  • Gain valuable work experience by completing an industry based project
  • Choose to specialise in one of the following areas - Polymer Engineering, Manufacturing/ Automation, Energy Management
  • Have access to advanced laboratory equipment and teaching aids
  • Improve your teamwork and communications skills by working as part of small teams on problem solving and projects

What opportunities might it lead to?
?Your specific and specialist knowledge and skills will lead to proven career opportunities in such areas as:

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Facilities Design and Management
  • Manufacturing Process and Product Design
  • Manufacturing / Automation
  • Design and Manufacturing of Plastics
  • Energy Management
  • Project Management

In recent years, all of the graduates of this programme have obtained employment within 6 months of graduating, in a variety of companies both in Ireland and globally.

Intakes

  • Jan
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The Careers Office is focused on helping you reach your full potential through personal development, academic progression and preparing for your next steps once you graduate. While you are at AIT, we encourage you to make the most of your time and embrace all aspects of college life.

The Careers office offers the following:

Career advice and coaching
Help with compiling CVs and cover letters
Interview techniques and ‘mock’ interviews
Advice for students thinking of leaving their course
Employer recruitment programmes
Career Bootcamp series and Annual Careers & Further Study Fair
Job opportunities
Employer presentations and interviews
Postgraduate and further study opportunities
Scholarships and Internships
Summer work
Travelling and working abroad

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Application Procedures for Non-EU Students

Students applying for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate programmes should supply the following information directly to the International Office, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest on or before 1 May for programmes commencing in September:

Completed TUS application form;
Detailed curriculum vitae;
Certified transcripts of examination results and English language translations of qualifications not issued in English
Evidence of ability to follow classes in the English language (which must satisfy Institute entry requirements for the following programmes)
Foundation level programme: Certificate in English for Academic Studies: Minimum IELTS 4.5 or equivalent.

Pre-sessional Summer programme in English June to August: Minimum IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.

Undergraduate programmes: Minimum IELTS 5.5 with no Band less than 5.0.

Postgraduate programmes: Minimum IELTS 6.0 with no Band less than 5.5 *

*note some postgraduate programmes require minimum IELTS 6.5.