AU835 · Level 7 · 3 years

Civil Engineering

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

280

Up 18 points since 2023 (262).

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About this course

A civil engineering degree about designing, building and looking after roads, bridges, buildings and water and energy systems. It mixes lectures with practical classes.

How long
3 years
What you study
The early part builds science and technology foundations, with maths, mechanics, programming, CAD, building information modelling and construction technology. Year 2 includes structural mechanics, hydraulics, water treatment and surveying. Areas of civil engineering covered include environmental, structural, geotechnical, transport and construction.
Where it can lead
Graduates can progress to an honours degree in Civil Engineering.
Who it suits
Suits students who like maths and physics and want to build things that society uses every day.

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About Architecture and construction

Building design, engineering, and construction management

The study of these courses involves learning about the design, planning, and building of structures. Students will develop such skills as architectural design, engineering principles, construction management, and sustainability practices. E.g. Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, and Construction Management.

Points history

2023262202428920252912026280

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026280Published after the final round
2025 291291409
2024 289289391
2023 262262439

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
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

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

See the course on the Atlantic Technological University - Sligo website ↗

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