AU837 · Level 7 · 3 years

Advanced Wood and Sustainable Building Technology

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

245

Up 28 points since 2023 (217).

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About this course

A construction degree focused on sustainable building and wood. It was designed with industry for the green economy, including retrofitting and low energy new builds.

How long
3 years
What you study
You learn practical carpentry and joinery, building construction, passive house and nearly zero energy building methods, building services, health and safety, BIM and project management. Real projects and a major practical project reinforce the theory. Workshops are purpose built. You can exit after two years with an award.
Placement and abroad
You go on a work placement in Year 3.
Where it can lead
The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building.
Who it suits
Suits students who like practical building work, woodworking and caring about energy efficient homes.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026245Published after the final round
2025 235235399
2024 225225348
2023 217217380

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 or Foundation F2

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

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