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Mechanical Engineering (General Entry)

TU Dublin · 4-year course
€38,000 Starting salary
117.2% 5-year ROI
2.9y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Mechanical Engineering (General Entry) at TU Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 117.2%, with graduates earning around €57,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (TU828) was 358 (2025).

Mechanical Engineering (General Entry) graduates from TU Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 88%, excellent career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Mechanical Engineering (General Entry) graduates include Boston Scientific, Combilift.

Slower to recover investment, but still provides positive returns over time.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Mechanical Engineering (General Entry) graduates from TU Dublin start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 8% more than the national average.

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