A 4‑year bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or a closely-related field (e.g. power systems, power electronics). Minimum requirement: Upper Second Class Honours (2.1) or equivalent (e.g. ~ 60%+ in India or ~ 3.0 CGPA/4.0). UCD internal rule: min. GPA 2.8 (out of 4? or local scale) across later years for ME applicants, calculated with heavier weight on final year grades.