US760 · Level 7 · 3 years

Civil Engineering

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

190

Down 53 points since 2023 (243).

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About this course

A civil engineering degree for working in construction and the building of structures and infrastructure. It is accredited by Engineers Ireland and the Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study materials, structures, surveying and building information modelling. Later you cover concrete and construction technology, water resources, geotechnics, highway engineering and public health engineering. Third year ends with a major group project that simulates a real civil engineering job.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work as civil engineers, site engineers, and civil or structural engineering technicians, for local authorities, contractors and consulting engineers. You can progress to the final year of the Level 8 degree in Civil Engineering Management.
Who it suits
Suits students who like maths and design and enjoy the idea of working on site, in a lab or in a design office.

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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

2023243202423420252062026190

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026190Published after the final round
2025 206206413
2024 234234399
2023 243225399

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

  • Physics/Chemistry: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Agricultural Science: 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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