COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Engineering (ME) at the University of Galway requires students to complete 60 ECTS credits in Year 1. Curriculum information relates to the current academic year and module offerings may be subject to change. Students must complete all required modules and select from a range of optional modules to achieve the total credit requirement across two semesters.A central component of the program is the Mechanical Engineering Masters Year Individual Project (ME5110), worth 15 credits in Semester 1. This substantial research and design project enables students to apply advanced engineering knowledge to a complex, real-world problem. Research Methods for Engineers (ME521), also in Semester 1, develops competencies in research design, data analysis, technical reporting, and innovation methodology.In Semester 2, required modules deepen technical expertise in core mechanical engineering domains. Turbomachines and Advanced Fluid Dynamics (ME426) explores advanced fluid flow and turbomachinery systems. Advanced Mechanics of Materials (ME516) examines material behaviour under complex loading conditions. Engineering Acoustics: Noise and Sustainable Development (ME5111) addresses sound engineering, vibration control, and sustainability considerations. Advanced Manufacturing (ME5106) focuses on modern production systems and advanced fabrication technologies.Students complement these core subjects with optional modules aligned to their interests and career goals. Semester 1 options include Technology Innovation & Entrepreneurship (ME432), Advanced Energy Systems Engineering (EG5101), Machine Learning (CT4101), Computational Fluid Dynamics (ME4112), Power Systems (EE6102), Composite Materials (ME5115), and Financial Management I (AY872), among others. Semester 2 options include Human Reliability (ME572), Combustion Science and Engineering (ME5171), and Advanced Finite Element Methods (BME501).