Advanced Engineering Materials – Pre-Master’s Programme is a one-year pathway at University of Limerick (via OnCampus Ireland) designed to prepare international students for postgraduate study in Ireland. You will strengthen your academic English, research skills, and subject foundations in engineering materials, with structured assessments and support for progression to partner master’s degrees.
Advanced Engineering Materials – Pre-Master’s Programme is a one-year pathway at University of Limerick (via OnCampus Ireland) designed to prepare international students for postgraduate study in Ireland.
You will strengthen your academic English, research skills, and subject foundations in engineering materials, with structured assessments and support for progression to partner master’s degrees.
*Guaranteed progression is conditional on successful completion and any additional university degree-specific requirements.
The curriculum is designed to build the academic and research foundations required for master’s study in engineering and related disciplines. Modules combine subject preparation with English development and postgraduate study skills.
Assessment: Each module includes an assessment schedule with both formative and summative components, aligned to postgraduate learning outcomes.
Curriculum details: For the most up-to-date module list, timetables, and any elective options, please refer to the programme website.
You will need a completed bachelor’s degree equivalent to an Irish NFQ Level 7 qualification in a relevant subject area. Progression to the programme is typically based on achieving a minimum second-class honours (or an equivalent grade). Other qualifications and grading profiles may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Subject relevance is important for progression into engineering-related master’s degrees; progression partners may be consulted at application stage.
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Application deadlines and intake dates: These vary by intake. Please check the programme website for the latest deadlines and start dates.
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Post-study work options in Ireland (general guidance)
After completing your pre-master’s programme in Ireland, your ability to work will depend on the visa/permission you hold at the time of graduation and the rules in place for graduates of your education level.
Country-specific note: This programme is delivered in Ireland. If you are studying in another country or your study permission is issued under a different category, your work eligibility may differ.
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