Master in Chemical Engineering

University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest and most globally engaged university, founded in 1854 and situated on a spacious campus south of Dublin. Renowned for its research-intensive culture, UCD hosts more than 35,000 students from over 150 countries and offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across arts, sciences, business, engineering, medicine and more. Its scale and international outlook make it an appealing destination for students seeking a research-led education in an energetic European capital region.

UCD’s academic strengths span traditional disciplines and cutting-edge fields, with robust research funding and industry partnerships that support innovation and practical learning. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories, comprehensive libraries, student support services and a wide network of international exchanges. The university also emphasizes employability through career services, internships and active alumni engagement that help graduates transition into global careers.

Campus life at UCD balances academic intensity with extracurricular engagement, including sports, cultural societies and community involvement. Accommodation, transport and welfare services are geared to support international students arriving to Dublin. Prospective applicants should review program-specific entry requirements and available scholarships, consider English language criteria, and use the university’s international office resources to plan applications and arrival logistics.

The Master in Mechanical Engineering at University College Dublin is a 2-year professional engineering graduate degree. It helps graduate Mechanical Engineers gain advanced knowledge in mechanical engineering and prepares them for the title of Chartered Engineer. This program is for students who want to work in mechanical engineering and gain research skills.

The program includes core and optional modules, a research project, and professional work experience. Students learn about thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and continuum mechanics. They also have the option to take modules in materials engineering, nanomaterials, and energy systems. The program provides a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices.

Graduates of this program can work as Mechanical Engineers, Research and Development Engineers, Design Engineers, or Systems Engineers. They can work in industries like energy, aerospace, and manufacturing. They can also work for companies that develop new mechanical systems and technologies.