The three-year BSc (Architectural Science) Degree Programme leads to the Master of Architecture degree, after a further two years of study, and is geared primarily towards the architectural profession. This programme of study is accredited by the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
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The BSc (Architectural Science) (Hons) programme is for students who are seeking to develop a career in the field of Architecture. In 2012, the UCD School of Architecture celebrated its centenary. Today, the UCD Architecture programme, consisting of the BSc (Architectural Science) and MArch (Hons), is unique in Ireland in being accredited by the professional institutes of both Ireland and Britain RIAI and RIBA.
The BSc (Architectural Science) (Hons) programme is constantly evolving, seeking to extend architecture’s role and potential in a complex world. We aim to produce highly competent, creative professionals, capable of addressing global societal issues. Our educational programme attracts a diverse cross-section of talents and approaches – from the technically minded to the artistically gifted; from the socially conscious to the natural communicators and leaders. All have the capacity to become successful and productive graduates in architecture.
There are two main elements to the BSc (Architectural Science) (Hons) programme – project work (architectural design, drawing and model making) and lecture programmes (historical and theoretical material). Project work is taught in the architecture design studios through a combination of lectures, individual tuition, field trips, group tutorials, large reviews and exhibitions. Lecture-based modules are grouped under the broad headings of Technical (Architectural Technologies, Structures, Environmental Science), and Cultural (Architectural History and Theory, Ecology, Conservation).
The (BSc) in Architectural Science equips graduates with a breadth of knowledge and a range of skills and abilities applicable in many different contexts as an entry route to the MArch Programmes. The degree also provides an avenue into careers in associated professions such as landscape architecture, planning or research. We want our students to be competent, responsible and confident architects and life - long learners.
This programme leads to the Master of Architecture (MArch) degree and is geared primarily towards the architectural profession.
UCD Architecture is at the forefront of the architectural and urban design debate, both in Ireland and internationally. It plays a central role in society, leading innovation and development on every scale. The Architecture course at UCD offers a means to engage creatively and constructively with society.
The BSc (Architectural Science) degree programme attracts a diverse cross-section of talents and approaches – from the technically minded to the artistically gifted; from the socially conscious to the natural communicators and leaders. All have the capacity to become successful and productive graduates in architecture.
Throughout this degree, two main elements are taught each year: the design project and the lecture programme. The design project is based in the School of Architecture design studios and is taught through a combination of lectures, individual tuition, field trips, group tutorials, large reviews and exhibitions (architectural design, drawing and model-making).
The lecture programme can be grouped under three broad headings:
Technical: Architectural Technologies, Structures, Environmental Science
Cultural: Architectural History & Theory, Ecology, Conservation, Perspectives on Architecture
Managerial: Professional Studies
The BSc (Architectural Science) degree is awarded following satisfactory completion of the three-year programme. For follow-on entry into the MArch, students must satisfy the progression requirement.
Progression requirement from BSc (Architectural Science) to MArch:
For UCD BSc (Architectural Science) graduates a minimum degree award GPA of 2.8 (mid 2H2) is required for automatic progression to the MArch. Students who do not achieve a GPA of 2.8 will be offered an interview to assess their suitability to progress.
Equipment: Students must purchase drawing equipment which costs approximately EUR300. Students may expect to purchase a personal computer at some stage during their programme of study.
There are field trips, site visits and workshops organised as appropriate during the various stages of this 3-year programme. In Stage 2 of the BSc (Architectural Science) Degree Programme there is an organised class study trip to a European city of architectural interest.
A period of study at a university abroad on exchange is encouraged. However, this is usually in the first year of the Master of Architecture Degree Programme and a wide variety of Erasmus Exchange and other Non-EU Exchange opportunities exist. Recent exchange opportunities include: University of Melbourne, Australia; The Royal Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Denmark; Ecole Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Nantes, France; University of California, Berkeley, USA
Most architectural graduates go into architectural practice or on to further academic study in architecture or related subjects.
Your skills are transferable, which enables you to work anywhere in the world. Some architects also work in other areas such as:
UCD Architecture offers a wide range of taught master's, research master's and doctorate programmes, including:
Check out the UCD Career Neworks career guide for the College of Engineering & Architecture for details on the career supports available to UCD students.
UCD Engineering and Architecture Programme Office,
Room 122 (first floor), UCD Engineering and Materials Science Centre,
Belfield,Dublin 4
Tel: +353 1 716 1868
Enquiries Email: choosearchitecture@ucd.ie
Current Students Email: eng.arch@ucd.ie
Web: www.ucd.ie/engarch. and www.ucd.ie/architecture.
Award | GPA | ||||
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Programme | Module Weightings | Rule Description | Description | ||
BHARCH001 | Stage 3 - 100.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
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Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
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Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |