Course overview
ME Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering is a postgraduate (master's) course in engineering at University College Dublin in Dublin, Ireland. It takes Full time, with intakes in September.
University College Dublin is a public institution, ranked =100 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | University College Dublin (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Dublin, Ireland |
| Course | ME Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Engineering |
| Duration | Full time |
| Tuition per year | €29,500 (≈ ₹31.3 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | See course page |
Interested in ME Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €29,500 a year, about ₹31.3 lakh.
2026/27 non-EU fee; 2027/28 not yet published
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Money you must show for living costs (visa)Minimum set by Irish immigration, on top of tuition | €10,000per year | ≈ ₹10.6 lakh |
Living costs for Ireland as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at University College Dublin for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Master's courses ask for a relevant bachelor's degree, often with around 60–70% or more; many Irish universities accept three-year Indian degrees. Check the course page.
- Engineering ME programmes run for two years and MEngSc programmes for one year; choose according to your first degree.
- UCD reviews scholarship eligibility (International Student Scholarship) automatically when it makes an offer.
English requirements
For this course: See course page.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Typically around 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for master's study in Ireland; UCD sets the exact score on each course page. |
| Other tests | UCD accepts other tests such as PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT at equivalent scores; see its English language requirements page. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in IrelandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Degree transcripts and certificate
- Statement of purpose
- English test score
- References
- CV (MBA and business courses)
Scholarships
UCD Global Excellence Scholarship
Full-time undergraduate or postgraduate
Value: 50% or 100% of tuition
Non-EU fee payers holding an offer for an eligible programme. A separate application is needed.
Official pageUCD International Student Scholarship
Most programmes
Value: 10% to 35% off tuition
Non-EU fee payers; applicants are assessed automatically when an offer is made.
Official pageUCD Aryabhata Science Scholarship
Undergraduate STEM
Value: 50% to 100% tuition fee waiver
Students from India starting an undergraduate STEM degree.
Official pageGovernment of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)
Master's, postgraduate diploma or PhD
Value: €10,000 stipend plus a full tuition fee waiver for one year
Non-EU students with an offer from an Irish institution. The next call is expected early in 2027.
Official page
About University College Dublin
University College Dublin traces its history to the Catholic University of Ireland, founded in 1854 with John Henry Newman as its first rector. James Joyce studied here. Today it is Ireland's largest university, with its main campus at Belfield in the south Dublin suburbs.
UCD is strong across engineering, business, science, agriculture and food, and law. Its graduate business school, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, is on a separate campus in Blackrock and runs the MBA and many specialist MSc courses.
Similar courses
Engineering courses at other universities in Ireland
- Master of Science in Engineering ManagementAtlantic Technological University1 year full time (2 years part time) · €14,000 / year
- MEng in Electronic and Computer EngineeringDublin City University1 year (full time) · €25,000 / year
- MSc in Electronic & Computer TechnologyDublin City University1 year (full time; 18 months for January starts) · €25,000 / year
- MEng in Mechanical and Manufacturing EngineeringDublin City UniversityFull time; see course page · €25,000 / year
- MSc in Bioprocess EngineeringDublin City UniversityFull time; see course page · €23,500 / year
- MSc in Medical Device Technology & BusinessGriffith CollegeSee course page · €17,500 / year
More courses at University College Dublin
- MEngSc Electronic & Computer Engineering1 year (full time) · €29,500 / year
- MEngSc Engineering Management1 year (full time) · €29,500 / year
- MEngSc Structural Engineering1 year (full time) · €29,500 / year
- MEngSc Robotics & Intelligent Manufacturing1 year (full time) · €25,350 / year
- MBA (full time)Full time · €38,860 / year
- Master of Accounting (MAcc)Full time · €23,870 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for ME Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering at University College Dublin?
The tuition for international students is €29,500 a year (about ₹31.3 lakh). 2026/27 non-EU fee; 2027/28 not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is ME Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering?
The course takes Full time.
What English score do I need?
See course page. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 23 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
- University College Dublin: ME Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering (opens in a new tab)
- UCD: Non-EU graduate taught fees 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
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- Higher Education Authority: Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: University College Dublin (opens in a new tab)