SE702 · Level 8 · 4 years

Architectural Technology

South East Technological University - Carlow · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

332

Up 63 points since 2023 (269).

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About this course

A Level 8 degree in Carlow on the technical side of designing and constructing buildings. It is taught in studios rather than lecture theatres.

How long
4 years
What you study
You work on design and technical projects in your own studio, using software such as Revit and BIM, alongside building technology, materials, building performance, legislation and surveying. Support lectures are timed to match the projects. Year 4 includes a design dissertation and conservation.
Placement and abroad
A 30-credit work placement takes place in Semester 5 of Year 3.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work with architects and builders on design and construction, in BIM management, technical sales, education or environmental design, or study Masters courses.
Who it suits
Suits students who like buildings, drawing and 3D modelling, and working in teams on projects.

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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
2026332Published after the final round
2025 331337378
2024 330330390
2023 269269349

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 South East Technological University - Carlow website ↗

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