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This new degree offers students a unique opportunity to develop both software and electronic engineering skills.

Electronic engineering includes hardware technology, software technology, and the integration of both, in application areas including:

• Communications
• Networking
• Information technology
• Automotive
• Medical
• Entertainment
• Mobile technologies
• The internet of things

The programme emphasises the application of scientific, mathematical, social and economic principles to real world engineering problems.

Software engineering is a major stream within this programme, including design methodologies, test methodologies, using industry standard tools, and programming in a number of programming languages. A major area of opportunities for graduates, is as software engineers, in the field of electronic engineering, in the ICT industry.

Students on this course will develop advanced skills in:

• Software Programming
• Networking
• Embedded Systems Development
• Digital Systems
• Engineering projects with an emphasis on the Internet of Things

There is a strong emphasis on lab based skills, with students spending over 50% of their time on projects, labs and practical applications.

The course also includes a valuable eight-month Work Placement in Year 3. Alternatively, students can avail of an Erasmus+ study placement in a partner college in Europe.

Employment potential for graduates is excellent - there is a high demand for graduates with ICT/software/electronic engineering skills.  Graduates have gained employment with companies such as Valeo, Intel and SAP.

*Please note there is NO Leaving Certificate honours mathematics requirement for this course.

What our students say

Click on the links below to see what our students have to say about studying Software and Electronic Engineering at GMIT:

- Louise Ni Chongaile, Software & Electronic Engineering student

- Gordon Kelly, Software & Electronic Engineering graduate

Year 1

• Software Programming
• Introduction to C Programming
• Electrical Theory
• Electronic Circuits
• Industrial Automation
• Telecommunications
• Learning & Innovation Skills
• Maths
• Project Build and Test
   

Year 2

• C/C++ Programming
• Introduction to Java Programming
• Analogue Devices
• Electronic Design Automation
• Computer Engineering
• Internet Technology
• Civic Engagement/ PASS/ Communication Skills
• Maths
• Internet of Things Project
   

Year 3:

• Advanced Java Programming
• Applied Linux
• System on Chip Design and Verification
• Embedded Systems
• Internet Technology
• Maths
• 8 Month Work Placement OR (Project, The Next Step, Project Management, Python Programming, Software Testing, Lean Enterprise)

A graduate from the programme will have career opportunities in the following roles:

• Service Engineer
• Test Engineer
• Customer Support
• Manufacturing Technicians
• Computer Network Technicians

Students have gained employment in many well-known companies such as:

• Intel
• SAP
• CBE
• Valeo Vision Systems

Students are eligible for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software and Electronic Engineering and other Level 8 add-on programmes.

Most students will choose to do the final year of the Level 8 in Software and Electronic Engineering as it offers them better job opportunities and long-term career progression.

This course includes an eight-month work placement in Year 3, from January to August. This provides students with valuable work experience and provides access to potential employment opportunities. Many students will be expected to obtain full-time jobs at companies where they have been placed.

Students will be liable for an additional materials fee of €100 per year for certain full time programmes. This fee is not covered by Granting Authorities.