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• TU Dublin Engineering & Built Environment courses get you into the real world!

Civil engineers work on the design and construction of buildings and structures, highways, bridges, water supply and treatment systems. 

This course will equip you with the skills you need to work as a civil engineering technologist, carrying out much of the detailed analytical and design specifications in a building project. You’ll develop your mathematical and analytical skills to solve many of the problems encountered in the broader civil engineering industry.

Subjects include:

• Mathematics & Computation
• Structural Mechanics
• Engineering Science
• CAD/Graphics
• Building Technology & Geology
• Surveying
• Management & Practice
• Civil Engineering Procedures & Practice
• Structural Analysis & Design
• Environmental Engineering
• Engineering Economics

Each year of the course is delivered over two semesters with examinations at the end of each semester.

At the end of Year 2, you can choose either Civil/Environmental or Structural Engineering options for Year 3.

You can expect a varied and challenging career with a good salary, secure employment and good promotion opportunities.

Professional Accreditation

This course is accredited by Engineers Ireland.

Leaving Certificate Requirements

QQI/FET Requirements

In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/qqi

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature

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.

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.
 
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Employment prospects are excellent. Career paths include opportunities in consulting engineering design offices, contracting, materials supply and as building site managers. Some graduates can expect to be in private practice or working on behalf of national and local authorities.

• Civil Engineer
• Structural Engineers
• Structural Technician
• General Engineer
• Trainee Technician
• Technician
• Quantity Surveyor BER Energy
• Assistant Surveyor

Irish/EU Applicants

Applications from all Irish/EU citizens are made through the Central Applications Office (CAO).

Note: Applicants presenting with the Irish Leaving Certificate or a QQI FET award, regardless of nationality, should apply through the CAO.

The standard closing date to apply is February 1st. Late applications will close on May 1st. For restricted courses, the closing date is February 1st. Please see important dates on the CAO website. For a detailed guide on how to apply, please visit our CAO Hub.

International Students (Non-EU) 

Applications from international students are welcome for this programme. If you meet any of the following criteria, applications should be made directly to TU Dublin via the “Apply Now – Non-EU” link on each programme webpage.

• You hold Non-EU Nationality, and you live in a Non-EU country.
• You hold EU Nationality, but you have not lived in an EU country for 3 of the last 5 years AND you have not attended 5 years primary/secondary education in an EU country.
• You require a Student Visa to study in Ireland

Note: Applicants presenting with the Irish Leaving Certificate or a QQI FET award, regardless of nationality, should apply through the CAO.

For full details on How to Apply, Visa & Immigration Information, Accommodation Information and International Fees, please visit our International Hub.

Application Dates for Non-EU Applicants

Applications for undergraduate courses commencing September 2025 are now closed.

Applications for undergraduate courses commencing in September 2026 will open in November 2025. Applications will close in June 2026.

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.

To qualify for Advanced Entry applicants must be currently studying, completing, or have successfully completed, studies at Level 6, 7 or 8 in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or an equivalent, in a related area. You must demonstrate by providing transcripts of results that you have achieved the learning outcomes for each stage you wish to advance past, for example:

• To enter Year 2 via Advanced Entry, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Year 1.
• For entry to Year 3, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Years 1 and 2.

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website.

One of the main reasons I chose TU Dublin was due to its emphasis on the practical aspects of civil and structural engineering. Every module that was taught during my years were very specific and essential to the knowledge required in the work industry. The practical approach easily translated well to my graduate rotation course at Roughan & O’Donovan.

On successful completion, you can also continue your studies on a Level 8 course either in TU Dublin or elsewhere. And, if you successfully complete Year 2 and do not wish to progress to third year, you’ll receive a Higher Certificate award.