Overview
Plese note this programme will not run in September 2020
This programme is run by 3U which is a partnership between DCU, Maynooth University and RCSI.
This new programme will produce engineers capable of designing and developing electronic devices and systems for the medical and healthcare communities. These individuals will become flexible technologists who can work within the health services, hospitals and indigenous and international companies, providing products and services to frontline medical and healthcare providers.
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Careers & Further Options
Careers
Graduates of the Master of Engineering in Digital Health & Medical Technologies programme will be building and creating new tools and solutions to solve relevant problems facing the healthcare sector today. This programme will empower graduates to be the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs in the growing healthcare technologies sector. Graduates can expect to work both inside and outside the health services. Within healthcare services, it would be primarily on software and engineering of healthcare-focused services and systems. Beyond the core health services environment, graduates could work with companies that provide technology-based products for use in a medical/clinical environment.
Entry Requirements
The normal entry requirement is a minimum H2.1 in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a cognate discipline, though exceptions may be made for those with significant relevant work experience. The equivalence across international qualifications is made with the NARIC system.
An applicant for this programme who is not an Electronic Engineering graduate would need a reasonable knowledge to Honours Bachelor standard of Electronics/Circuit theory, Electromagnetics, Analogue & Digital Signal theory, the Laplace, Fourier and Z-transforms, Systems theory, Control theory, and Object oriented programming using either Java or C++. These are all areas that would be well-known by an EE grad. It isn’t necessarily the case that an applicant would have to have taken modules in these, but an applicant would have to demonstrate to our satisfaction that they are knowledgeable enough to take the relevant modules for which these are effective pre-requisites. We will look at each such case individually, so such an applicant should include in their application sufficient information and evidence to allow this decision to be clearly and appropriately made.
The normal entry requirement is a minimum H2.1 in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a cognate discipline, though exceptions may be made for those with significant relevant work experience. The equivalence across international qualifications is made with the NARIC system. An applicant for this programme who is not a graduate of an Honours Bachelors programme with Electronic Engineering in the title would need a reasonable knowledge to Honours Bachelor standard of the same set of topics listed in the General Entry Requirements.
The English language requirements for this programme correspond to the minimum standards in the English language that should be met for entry to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in DCU. The requirements can be viewed at this link https://www.dcu.ie/registry/english.shtml A higher standard is not required
Programme Structure
This programme is run by 3U which is a partnership between DCU, Maynooth University and RCSI.
To view the details of the programme, please click here.
To read more detailed information on this programme visit: https://bit.ly/2GE0LvN
Fees and Funding
How To Apply
- All applicants should apply using this link through PAC which will bring you directly to the 3U Partnership application page.
- Search for course code 3U02F.
- All applicants are requested to upload to their application a Detailed CV, Personal statement of 300 words on why the applicant is interested in this programme
Application Deadlines
- This programme is not running in September 2020
Note applicants who require a study visa for the purposes of studying at DCU, are advised to apply as early as possible.
Queries
Queries from EU applicants should be directed to registry@dcu.ie.
Queries from non EU applicants should be directed to international.office@dcu.ie
Commencement of Programme
The programme is n ot running in September 2020.
Life On Campus
At DCU, our students can expect a unique campus experience. We are known for our excellent teaching and learning facilities, our active clubs and societies, and our great social and sporting facilities. All this makes DCU an exciting place to be.
DCU has three academic campuses; Glasnevin, St. Patrick’s and All Hallows (both in Drumcondra), all close to Dublin City centre.
They can be reached by public transport, Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann, with our Drumcondra campuses a ten minute walk from Drumcondra Train Station. Glasnevin is a 20 minute walk from St Patrick’s and All Hallows. They are also linked by Dublin Bus.
Each campus has a library (O’Reilly, Cregan and Woodlock Hall), study spaces, restaurants, and on-campus residencies. There are sports facilities on Glasnevin and St. Patrick’s, and there is a dedicated sports campus, St Claire’s, located near Glasnevin on the Ballymun Road.
DCU’s 19,000 students have access to exceptional teaching and learning facilities across our three academic campuses.
These include modern learning theatres, research centres, a new media and TV studio, radio/podcast studios, computer suites and advanced labs in the areas of Languages, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry and Biotechnology, as well as a Sports Performance centre and a training hospital ward. In 2021, we opened our first virtual reality ‘Leadership Lab’, which is located in our Business School.
We continue to improve and update our facilities. For example, construction of a new world-class STEM facility is underway on the Glasnevin campus. With capacity for an extra 3,000 STEM students, this facility will advance DCU’s international reputation for excellence in science and health, computing and engineering disciplines.
Studying in DCU isn’t just about course work. The university is rich in student life and activities.
There are more than 140 clubs and societies for students in DCU, with ‘Clubs & Socs’ days taking place on both the Glasnevin and Drumcondra campuses at the start of the academic year. They span everything from rugby to rock climbing, anime to jazz.
For many students, sport is an important part of the DCU experience. DCU’s Sports Complex boasts a 25 metre swimming pool, fitness centre gym, all-weather pitches and squash courts, as well as soccer, GAA and rugby pitches. DCU Dóchas Éireann, the university’s GAA club, is the largest third level Gaelic Games club in the country. Meanwhile, DCU Athletics has been Ireland’s highest achieving university club for many years. And DCU has dozens of other clubs to get involved in, from Archery to Weightlifting.
The Glasnevin campus is home to our purpose built, state-of-the-art student centre, The U, which serves the needs of a rapidly growing student body. Here, you will find the Student Leadership and Lifeskills Centre, performing arts and cultural spaces for students and the wider community, and the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub. Also located on our Glasnevin campus is The Helix, our renowned performing arts centre.
On our St Patrick’s campus, we have the Java Student Hub, a vibrant, warm and welcoming space where students can meet for coffee, play music, use the projector to watch events, or just relax. The walls of the Java Hub were designed based on the cultural history of St Patrick’s Campus, including the special references to the notable sporting history and history of the arts.
We have a number of academic, professional and social supports for students.
Student Advice Centre - Offers a wide range of supports and services to students and advice
The Writing Centre - drop-in writing workshops for students through the academic year
Maths Learning Centre - provides maths support for students of all ability levels with maths modules
Student Learning - facilitate the transition from passive to active learning for students at DCU, by teaching study skills, nurturing critical thinking and building student confidence.
Careers work with students to help them on their professional journey into graduate employment.
Our student support team offers a comprehensive support programme, helping students make that all important transition into university life and focusing on building confidence and skills which are key to success at third level.
DCU Glasnevin Campus
FAQs
Is DCU all one campus?
DCU is a multi campus university - the Glasnevin, St Patrick's and All Hallows campuses. The St Patrick's campus is where the Education courses are taught and some of the subjects from the BA Joint Honours degree. There is a 20-25 minute walk between the campuses but there are buses and bikes available to go between them also.
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If I'm studying on the St Patrick's campus, can I use the library and sports centre on the Glasnevin campus?
Yes, all facilities such as sports and accommodation are open for all DCU students to avail of.
Are there libraries in DCU and if they have wifi and work stations?
We have a brand new state of the art four floor library on our St. Patrick's Campus which complements the existing library on the Glasnevin campus. There is free wifi, work stations as well as desktop computers.
Does DCU provide accommodation?
DCU does have on-campus accommodation for undergraduate and postgraduate students, and you can find out more and apply via the Accommodation Office webpage.