Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Mechanical Engineering at South East Technological University 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 (SE711) was 433 (2025).
Mechanical Engineering graduates from South East Technological University report a graduate employment rate of around 88%, excellent career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- Mechanical Engineer
Common employers for Mechanical Engineering graduates include Boston Scientific, Combilift.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Mechanical Engineering graduates from South East Technological University start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 8% more than the national average.
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