What is the BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering?
The BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering is a full-time, four year, honours degree course of study that can be chosen within the Engineering Common Entry Route. This course is recognised by Engineers Ireland (EI) and prepares students for employment in the electronics industry.
Graduates of BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering may find employment in the following areas:
Electronics Design
Control Engineering
Research & Development
Test and Measurement
Technical Support
Electronic Sales
Follow on Study for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering graduates:
MEng in Electronic Engineering
Research Opportunities BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering graduates:
Some recent graduates are pursuing Masters and PhD level research in Ireland and abroad.
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September 2025
SETU Waterford Campus
Cork Road, Waterford City,
Co. Waterford,
Waterford,
X91 K0EK, Munster, Republic of Ireland
You should be at least 17 years of age in January of the year of entry.
You must have a Secondary/High School Diploma, with good grades in English and Mathematics and at least 4 other subjects, on average + 60%.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 5.5 IELTS (minimum of 5 IELTS in each component)
TOEFL Internet Based test (iBT): 70 (min score of 15 in each component)
TOEFL – Computer Based Test: 196 (min score of 15 in each component)
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: Grade C
Duolingo English Test (DET): 90
English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP): B2+
GCE O-Level English: Grade C
GCSE English: Grade C
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 50
Test of Interactive English (TIE): B2+
TOEFL Paper Based Test: 550
TOEIC: 605
Irish Leaving Certificate: Ordinary Level O6
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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