DK831 · Level 8 · 4 years

Architectural Technology

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

331

Down 36 points since 2023 (367).

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About this course

A Level 8 degree for people who want to be technical designers of buildings. It is accredited in principle by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers construction technology, measured surveys, AutoCAD and BIM. Later years add architectural design, building regulations, structures, building control, passive house design and a capstone project with research. You share modules with other construction courses and work in teams.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you do a work placement semester.
Where it can lead
Careers include architectural technologist, CAD technician, fire risk assessor and urban designer, working with architectural firms, councils and construction companies.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy design and drawing, like technical detail and want to work on how buildings are put together.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

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

2023367202423420252212026331

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026331Published after the final round
2025 221235349
2024 234234358
2023 367265372

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

  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • English or Irish: 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 Dundalk Institute of Technology website ↗

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