ARCHITECTURE / AILTIREACHT DT101
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Qualification awarded: BArch (ARCHITECTURE) Level 8 / BArch (AILTIREACHT) LeibhÊal 8
Duration of programme:
5 years
Type of programme:
Honours Degree
Number of places:
55 approx.
What is Architecture?
Architecture is the art and science of designing spaces and supervising the building of structures. Students considering this career should have a creative aptitude for architectural design and the organisational ability to implement their designs in practice. They should also have an interest in artistic and cultural aspects as well as in technical and managerial skills.
What are my career opportunities?
The qualification is for the profession of Architect. Architects are concerned with the design of buildings and supervision of building projects. They may practice in a personal professional capacity, or in employment in private and public sector organisations. The field of practice is quite extensive in Ireland and abroad and may offer alternatives of general practice or specialisation throughout a career. Some graduates spend time abroad to gain wider and more varied design experience.
What other options do I have after completion?
Students who have reached the appropriate honours standard may have access to a range of Masters degrees in DIT and elsewhere in Higher Education.
What will I study on this programme?
This five year programme covers subjects such as physics and chemistry, as well as mathematics, mechanics, design technology and computer applications, economics and cost control, urban studies, law. There is a strong emphasis on studio work and criticism throughout the programme and students are required to gain practical architectural office experience during summer vacations. The DIT degree in Architecture is recognised throughout EU member states.
Graduates are also eligible for Associate Membership of the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland. Following two years of postgraduate experience they may take the Institute’s examination in Professional Competence and thus become members of the R.I.A.I.
Module listing
Year One
- Civilisation Studies 1
- Computer Applications
- Design Technology - Introduction to Chemistry
- Design Technology - Introduction to Physics
- Design Technology - Materials Science
- Design Technology
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Mechanics & Structures
- Theory of Architecture
- Building Trades Practice
Year Two
- Applied Physics
- Building Materials
- Building Services
- Civilisation Studies II
- Computer Applications
- Design Technology
- Durability of Materials
- Structural Engineering
- Studies in Space & Form
- Theory of Architecture
Year Three
- Civilisation Studies III
- Computer Applications
- Design Technology
- Design Technology Services
- Environmental Science
- History of Urbanism
- Structural Engineering
- Sustainable Energy & Ecological Design
- Theory of Architecture
Year Four
- Computer Applications
- Contemporary Urban Studies
- Design Technology
- Economics & Cost Control
- Professional Practice/General
- Professional Practice/Law
- Structural Engineering
- Sustainable Energy & Ecological Design
Year Five
- Economics & Cost Control
- Professional Practice/General
- Professional Practice/Law
- Structural Engineering
Entry Requirements
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Minimum no of |
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Subjects |
Honours |
Maths |
English/Irish |
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6 |
2 |
OD3 |
OD3 |
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Other Requirements: Applicants must attend a suitability test in March/April and if successful will be invited to interview in April/May. +read more |
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Further information
School of Architecture
T: 01 402 3692 (Mr. James Horan)
T: 01 402 7642 (Orna Hanly)
