Industrial Measurement & Control - Cork
This level 6 programme will be delivered over 3 academic years. All students holding a cognate craft qualification (Electrical, Instrumentation and Electrical & Instrumentation crafts) will gain advanced entry against Year 1 and therefore must only complete Year 2 and 3. All other students must complete Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3. Advanced entry may be gained against certain Year 1 modules.
| Award Name | Level 6 Higher Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Munster Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Higher Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | Munster Technological University | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
3 years part-time.
Entry Requirements
1. Leaving Certificate Grade O6/H7 (pre. 2017, D3 Ordinary or Higher Level) in five subjects to include Mathematics, and either English or Irish.
2. Mature and other special category applicants will be admitted according to MTU regulations for part-time enrolment;
3. Applicants holding a relevant QQI Advanced Certificate, National Craft Certificate or equivalent, other relevant Level 6 (or higher) qualifications or having relevant industrial experience will be eligible for exemptions from certain modules.
What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to. Go to https://www.mtu.ie/admissions/undergraduate/recognition-of-prior-learning/
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Graduates of the Higher Certificate in Science in Industrial Measurement & Control may proceed onto the Level 7 Bachelor of Science in Instrumentation and PLC Systems, subject to availability of places.
Further information
Start Date: 14th September 2026.
MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork.
€275 per 5-credit module.
Please note:
• Applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €275 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
• You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.
• Course fees may be subject to an annual increase.
SUSI Grant
This course is eligible for funding under the SUSI grant scheme.
Students must be completing a minimum of 30 credits per annum but not more than 50 credits to be eligible for funding. For further information and to submit an application please go to: www.susi.ie
Application Deadline: 21st September 2026.
To apply go to "Application Weblink" above.
This level 6 programme will be delivered over 3 academic years. All students holding a cognate craft qualification (Electrical, Instrumentation and Electrical & Instrumentation crafts) will gain advanced entry against Year 1 and therefore must only complete Year 2 and 3. All other students must complete Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3. Advanced entry may be gained against certain Year 1 modules.
Award
Single module certification within the Higher Certificate in Science in Industrial Measurement & Control. The major award of the Higher Certificate in Science in Industrial Measurement & Control (Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications) will be received by students who successfully complete the course programme.
Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3 will be offered 3 evenings a week/ semester subject to student numbers. This programme of 120 credits is designed to enable skilled craftspersons working in industry to upgrade their qualifications and skills. Applications are also invited from candidates who wish to take specific modules from the programme.
All applicants who do not hold an Electrical, Instrument or Electrical Instrumentation Craft Certificate must complete SIMCT Stage 1 before entering SIMCT stage 2. All applicants who hold an Electrical, Instrument or Electrical Instrumentation Craft Certificate enter the programme at SIMCT Stage 2
Conor O’Farrell
Email: conor.ofarrell@mtu.ie