AU680 · Level 8 · 4 years

Education (Design, Graphics and Construction)

Atlantic Technological University - Connemara · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

401

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About this course

A teacher education degree for people who want to teach Construction Studies and Design and Communication Graphics in post-primary schools. Classes are small and project based.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study design, woodwork, CAD and graphics, alongside education theory and how to teach. Years 1 and 2 are in Letterfrack in Connemara, and Years 3 and 4 are in Galway city. First-year students must buy tool, safety and design kits.
Placement and abroad
You spend time on school placement every year, including a three-week block in a school in second year. Garda vetting and child protection training are required first.
Where it can lead
Graduates are prepared to work as post-primary teachers.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy woodwork, design and drawing and want to teach these subjects in a school.

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About Education

Teaching and education methods for schools and special education

Involves preparing students to become teachers or educators in various settings such as primary schools, secondary schools, or areas like special education. This field covers teaching methods, educational psychology, curriculum development, and classroom management.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026401Published after the final round
2025 410410443
2024 400400431
2023 400400441

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • DCG or Construction: Higher H5

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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