Pre-University Engineering
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to safely utilise a range of techniques and processes to solve engineering related challenges and or to progress to further and or higher education or training.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is a full-time one-year course which runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
A Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent is required, although exceptions are given to mature students who are over 23 years of age. Entry is subject to interview.
Careers / Further progression
Career Options
Engineering careers in healthcare, design, communications, manufacturing, food production, power generation and transport are some of the industries that graduates of engineering work in.
Further Courses of Study
There are wide range of progression opportunities available for FET graduates via the CAO website. Please view the entry requirements for all Higher Education colleges here: https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&s=fetac
Further courses of study include:
TU DUBLIN (TALLAGHT CAMPUS):
Higher Certificate in Electronic and Information Engineering Level 6 (TU605) Higher Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Level 6 (TU606)
BSc in Mechanical Engineering Level 7 (TU725)
BSc in Electronic Engineering Level 7 (TU726)
BSc Hons. In Mechanical Engineering (TU828)
TU DUBLIN (CITY CAMPUS):
BSc In Biosciences (TU751)
Civil Engineering (TU704)
BSc in Engineering (Common Entry TU708)
BSc Hons in Electrical Services & Energy management (TU802)
MAYNOOTH:
BSc. Engineering (Common entry MH304)
BSc in Product Design (MH305)
IT CARLOW (SETU)
BSc Aircraft Systems (CW507)
BSc. Biomedical Electronics (CW577)
Further information
Course commences 7th September 2026
Mayo College of Further Education & Training is offering no tuition fees for September 2026, which covers exam fees, student consumables, and journals. This includes courses across campuses in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport, aimed at relieving the cost of living crisis. Some specific courses or materials might still have costs, but tuition is free.
Mayo College students are eligible to apply for a SUSI grant. SUSI is Ireland’s national awarding authority for further and higher education grants. They offer support to eligible students in approved, full-time courses at PLC. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/for more information and to make an application.
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to safely utilise a range of techniques and processes to solve engineering related challenges and or to progress to further and or higher education or training.
Work Experience (5N1356)
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
Engineering Workshop Processes (5N1608)
Mathematics (5N1833)
Communications (5N0690)
Computer Aided Draughting (2D) (5N1604)
Electronics (5N1606)
Engineering Workshop Theory (5N2136)
5M2061 - Engineering Technology.
Award: Successful completion of this course will result in a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Engineering Technology.
Westport Campus Newport Road,
Westport,
Co. Mayo,
F28TP82
Tel: 094 90 75000
Email: westport@mayocollege.ie