ME Mfg Eng with Zero Defect Manufacturing for a Circular Economy
Program Overview
This Master's program in Manufacturing Engineering combines technical expertise in zero-defect manufacturing and circular economy with innovation and entrepreneurship training. It offers a fully immersive transnational experience with two universities in different European countries, equipping graduates for high-level technical, innovation, and entrepreneurial roles in the manufacturing industry.
Program Outline
The program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers in the manufacturing industry, particularly in the areas of zero-defect manufacturing and circular economy. It combines technical and technological aspects of manufacturing with innovation and entrepreneurship teaching.
Objectives:
The program aims to:
- Equip students with the engineering expertise to create new or improved methods, techniques, products, and services in the field of zero-defect manufacturing.
- Develop students' ability to utilize modeling, monitoring, and improvement methods to design and manage data in industrial and service scenarios.
- Develop students' ability to draw up plans and make decisions foreseeing future consequences from a scientific, ethical, and societal perspective.
- Equip students with the skills to turn innovations in the area into feasible and successful business solutions.
- Enhance students' ability to work effectively in small teams and contexts, taking into account all relevant elements and demonstrating effective decision-making and leadership abilities.
Outline:
The program is structured as a two-year (120 ECTS) program, with the first year spent at UCD and the second year at another university in a different European country. Students choose one of four majors:
- Additive manufacturing for Full Flexibility
- Zero-Defect Manufacturing for a Circular Economy
- Digital Manufacturing for Innovative Ecosystems
- Data Science and AI for Competitive Manufacturing
- Host Programme technical courses: 45 ECTS
- Host Programme AM specialization courses: 15 ECTS
- I&E Module courses: 30 ECTS
- Master thesis: 30 ECTS
Course Schedule:
- Year 1: Students are committed to collecting a total of 40-50 ECTS related to the Technical Major and 10-20 ECTS related to the I&E Module (60 ECTS total). However, the program covers relevant fields in:
- Manufacturing Science: Main thermal and mechanical processing technologies, with special reference to new processes with growing industrial importance and applied in different sectors, including automotive, aerospace, biomedical, and energy.
- Data Analysis: Modelling, monitoring, and improvement methods to design and manage data in industrial and service scenarios.
Teaching:
The program emphasizes hands-on experiential learning through Teaching & Learning Factories. The program also includes a dedicated summer school that rotates between university partners.
Careers:
Graduates of this program are well-equipped for high-level technical positions, innovation roles, and business profiles, including the capability to create their own start-up. The program prepares students for roles in:
- Quality management
- Design and management of manufacturing processes
- Industrial installations
- Production and logistics systems
- Maintenance management
Other:
- The program is an EIT Labelled program, indicating its high quality and accreditation.
- The program offers a fully immersive and transnational experience involving at least two institutions from different countries.
- The program combines core technology areas with structured training in innovation and entrepreneurship.
- The program involves cross-sectoral involvement from both academia and industry.
- Students receive a double Master degree from both the entry and exit universities, along with an EIT Manufacturing certificate.
Tuition fees for EU/EFTA citizens: € 8,000 per year Tuition fees for Non-EU/EFTA citizens: € 15,000 per year
University College Dublin
Overview:
University College Dublin (UCD) is a leading research-intensive university located in Dublin, Ireland. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCD provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for its students. The university emphasizes the holistic development of its students, offering a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
UCD is renowned for its strong research output and collaborations with industry partners.Global Partnerships:
The university boasts a vast network of partner institutions worldwide, providing students with opportunities for international study and exchange.Transformational Learning:
UCD focuses on providing a transformative learning experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Other:
UCD is actively involved in promoting sustainability and social responsibility. The university is committed to creating a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities.
Entry Requirements:
- **Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s degree encompassing a minimum of 180 ECTS credits.
- Accepted bachelors degrees include: B.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computational Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering or equivalent degrees.
Huge and always expanding. Lots of course options and the professors care a lot about what they teach. Huge amount of students and clubs so there is something for everyone.
Finished my Masters in Food Safety here in 2019. Quality of education is pretty good. Facilities are on point. One of the better universities in Ireland. A lot of extra curricular activities organised all round the year. No racism or any other issue as per my experience. Teaching staff is quite knowledgeable. I loved my time there. 10/10
