Program Overview

Pathway to Engineering and Architecture

The University College Dublin (UCD) offers a pathway to a full-time degree in Engineering and Architecture through Open Learning, specifically the DN130 BSc City Planning & Environmental Policy.

DN130 BSc City Planning & Environmental Policy

This degree integrates subjects that deepen and broaden understanding of environmental, social, and economic issues, setting them in a practical policy context. It provides strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically about development and environmental issues, serving as the first steps to pursuing a career as a professional planner, urban designer, or environmental policy expert.

Requirements

To progress to a full-time degree, students must:

• Complete 4 required modules and 2 electives. The 4 required modules for this pathway are:
  • PLAN10010
  • PLAN10040
  • ENVP10010
  • PLAN10100
• Achieve a minimum GPA of 2.6.

UCD Access and Lifelong Learning

UCD Access and Lifelong Learning provides various pathways and supports for students, including Entry Pathways, Supports while Studying, Community Outreach, and University for All initiatives. These programs aim to make education more accessible and inclusive for a diverse range of students.

Entry Pathways

• Entry Pathways
• HEAR/DARE
• Part-time Pathways
• QQI-FET
• Mature Years

Supports while Studying

• Disability Support
• Financial Supports
• Academic Study Skills
• Digital Supports

Community Outreach

• Outreach Opportunities
• Students and Staff Collaborators
• Community Partners and Projects

University for All

• Universal Design
• Faculty Partnership Programme
• Professional Staff Partnership Programme
• Student Partnership Programme
• Publications
• Widening Participation Committee