Program Overview

Construction Management

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Management is a four-year program designed for those who wish to make a career in management not only in the construction industry but also in a wide range of growing areas such as sustainability, conservation, and maintenance, retail, and information technology management sectors.

Program Details

TU Code

TU833

CAO Point Range 2024

400-613

NFQ Level

Level 8

Award Type

Major

Award

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

ECTS Credits

240

Duration

4 years

Number of Places

45

Location

Bolton Street

What is Construction Management?

Construction Management is a field that involves the planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects from conception to completion. This program is designed to educate students to be managers in the construction sector and develop strong competency in managing and planning the execution of projects in the most efficient, effective, and safety-conscious manner.

Program Structure

The program is divided into four years, with each year consisting of two semesters. The program includes a mix of theoretical and practical courses, as well as a work placement in the third year.

Year One

• Building Materials and Environmental Understanding of Construction
• Construction Industry Overview
• Construction Mathematics
• Construction Studies 1
• Information Technology 1
• Land Surveying 1
• Self Development and Learning Skills

Year Two

• Construction Tech 2B Building Structures 1
• Construction Management 2
• Professional Studies
• Information Technology 2
• Setting Out and Dimensional Control
• Construction Technology 2C Frames Structures

Year Three

• Work Placement
• Construction Technology 3B Building Structures 2
• Construction Management 3
• Legal Studies for Construction Managers
• Construction Technology 3C Building Services
• Contract Administration
• Quantity Surveying 2

Year Four

• Construction Management 4
• Construction Project Finance
• Construction Safety Management 2
• Construction Planning and Computers
• Final Project

Admission Requirements

Leaving Certificate Requirements

• Minimum Number of Subjects: 6
• Minimum Grade in Maths: O6/H7
• Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O6/H7

QQI/FET Requirements

• QQI/FET Award Required: Level 5 or 6 in a relevant discipline
• Additional Requirements: A distinction in 5 modules

Mature Applicants

• Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome
• Further details at [insert link]

English Language Requirements

• If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency
• A minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component

Career Opportunities

Graduates have found careers in large and small companies and across a range of occupations in both the public and private sectors, including working in sustainability, conservation, information technology, project management, and with building contractors or sub-contracting firms as Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, Programmers, Planners, Contract Managers, and Site Managers.

Progression

On graduation, you may proceed to postgraduate studies leading to the award of MSc, MPhil, or PhD at research institutes and universities worldwide.

Accreditation

This qualification has been accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland.