SE706 · Level 8 · 4 years

Construction Management

South East Technological University - Carlow · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

310

Up 18 points since 2023 (292).

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About this course

A degree in managing building projects from start to finish, so they come in on time and on budget. It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

How long
4 years
What you study
You learn how buildings are put together, from houses to large commercial and industrial sites. You also study construction law, contracts, planning, health and safety and running a site. Much of the work is done through individual and team projects based on real construction problems, using industry software.
Placement and abroad
You spend 6 months on a work placement in the second semester of Year 3.
Where it can lead
Graduates work with building contractors, project management consultants, property developers and large organisations that run their own building projects, and can go on to an MSc in Management in the Built Environment.
Who it suits
Suits students who like practical, team-based projects, enjoy seeing things get built and are happy organising people and schedules.

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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
2026310Published after the final round
2025 300300350
2024 298298358
2023 292292366

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.

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