CK606 · Level 8 · 4 years

Architecture - Offered jointly by UCC and MTU

University College Cork (NUI) · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

544

Up 12 points since 2023 (532).

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About this course

This is an architecture degree taught at the Cork Centre for Architectural Education, which is run jointly by UCC and Munster Technological University. Most of your learning happens in the design studio.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers design, drawing, photography, modelmaking and digital methods, plus construction, structures and the history of architecture. Later years focus more on architecture itself. You attend lectures, seminars, studio tutorials and design reviews, and go on field trips and study trips to Irish and European cities.
Where it can lead
With the Master of Architecture, two years of work experience and a professional practice certificate, you can register as an architect. Graduates have worked in architectural practices, local authorities and project management.
Who it suits
Suits students who are creative and enjoy design, drawing and maths, and are happy working in a studio.

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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
2026544Published after the final round
2025 532532566
2024 522510544
2023 532521555

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: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • 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 University College Cork (NUI) website ↗

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