Bachelor of Architecture (Honours) in Architecture

Program Overview

Architecture (TU832)

Overview

The Bachelor of Architecture (Honours) in Architecture is a five-year course that prepares students for the practice of architecture. The course covers topics such as design studio, the history of theory and criticism of architecture, environment, construction, visual and digital communications, computer applications, and law.

Course Details

• TU Code: TU832
• CAO Point Range 2024: 652-798 *Interview & Portfolio
• NFQ Level: Level 8
• Award Type: Major
• Award: Bachelor of Architecture (Honours)
• ECTS Credits: 300
• Duration: 5 years
• Number of Places: 70
• Location: Bolton Street

What is Architecture?

Architecture is the art and science of designing space. This course will suit you if you have a creative aptitude for architectural design, the ability to implement your designs in practice, are interested in artistic and cultural aspects of society, and have an aptitude for technical and managerial challenges.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Requirements

• Minimum Number of Subjects: 6
• Minimum Grade in Maths: O6/H7
• Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O6/H7
• Other requirements: Interview with a Portfolio

QQI/FET Requirements

• QQI/FET Award Required: Level 5 or 6 in a relevant discipline
• Additional Requirements: Distinctions in 5 modules required AND Interview with Portfolio

Mature Applicants

• Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome

English Language Requirements

• If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website
• Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component

Interview with a Portfolio

• Applicants for the TU832 Architecture course will be required to submit a Portfolio and attend an Interview as part of the admission process
• The Portfolio should demonstrate critical observation, visual awareness, imagination and invention, problem-solving, and creative conceptual thinking

Career Opportunities

• Graduates of the TU832 Bachelor of Architecture (Honours) course are eligible to become Registered Architects subject to experience and professional practice examination
• Architects may practice in a personal professional capacity, or in employment in private and public sector organisations

Sample Timetable

• Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course
• Timetables are subject to change and up-to-date timetables will be provided to students on commencement

Module Listing

• Year One:
  • Architectural Design Studio I & II [Mandatory]
  • Building Technology Structures 1 [Mandatory]
  • Environment Services and Materials I [Mandatory]
  • HTC1 Experiencing Architecture [Mandatory]
  • Technical Studio 1 [Mandatory]
• Year Two:
  • Architectural Design Studio I & II [Mandatory]
  • Technical Studio 2 [Mandatory]
  • Building Technology Structures 2 [Mandatory]
  • Architecture, Urbanism and Landscape Survey Course 1 [Mandatory]
  • Visual Communications 2 [Mandatory]
• Year Three:
  • Building Technology Structures 3 [Mandatory]
  • Architecture, Urbanism and Landscape Survey Course 2 [Mandatory]
  • Applied Technologies - City and Adaption [Elective]
  • Applied Technologies - Fabrication and Structure [Elective]
  • Applied Technologies - Low Carbon Architecture [Elective]
  • Applied Technologies – Landscape and Society [Elective]
• Year Four:
  • Building Technology and Environment 1 [Mandatory]
  • Case Studies – Intentions and Realities [Mandatory]
  • Low Carbon Architecture [Elective]
  • City and Adaptation [Elective]
  • Applied Technologies - City and Adaption [Elective]
  • Applied Technologies - Low Carbon Architecture [Elective]
  • Fabrication and Structure [Elective]
  • Applied Technologies – Landscape and Society [Elective]
  • Landscape and Society [Elective]
  • Applied Technologies - Fabrication and Structure [Elective]
• Year Five:
  • Architectural Design Studio VII [Mandatory]
  • Environment Services and Materials IV [Mandatory]
  • History Theory and Criticism 6 Critical Theory and Practice [Mandatory]
  • Professional Studies II [Mandatory]
  • Architectural Research (ARE) 1 [Mandatory]
  • Architectural Design Studio VIII [Mandatory]
  • Building Technology Structures VI (BTS 6) [Mandatory]
  • Professional Studies 3 [Mandatory]
  • Architectural Research (ARE) 2 [Elective]

Advanced Entry

• Advanced Entry applications are accepted to this course
• For further information on how to make an Advanced Entry application, please visit our CAO Hub
• A full list of courses open for Advanced Entry are listed on the CAO website

Progression

• After you complete the B Arch, you may progress to the Level 9 M Arch course via the Advanced Entry application process
• If you elect to complete the BSc Arch degree, you may progress to the Level 9 M Arch course directly after your 4th year on the B Arch
• After completing the B Arch or M Arch courses, and two years of professional practice, you may apply for the Professional Diploma in Architectural Practice Level 9 course (TU411)