US888 · Level 8 · 1 year

Built Environment (Common Entry)

Technological University of the Shannon - Athlone · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

299

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About this course

A one-year common entry course in Athlone that leads into built environment honours degrees. It suits students who want construction but have not picked an area.

How long
1 year
What you study
The year covers measurement and costing, maths, communications, construction technology, BIM and land surveying. There is also an introduction to built environment studies.
Where it can lead
On passing, you can enter Year 2 of Quantity Surveying or Construction Management in Athlone, or Property Valuation and Management or Civil Engineering Management in Limerick, subject to places.
Who it suits
Suits students who are interested in the construction industry but unsure which area suits them.

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

2023300202420253132026299

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026299Published after the final round
2025 313313378
2024 Not offered under this code
2023 300290390

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

  • Ancient Greek: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Bulgarian: 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 Technological University of the Shannon - Athlone website ↗

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