UCD Engineering
Structural Engineering with Architecture
BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) leading to ME (NFQ Level 9)
CAO Code DN150 CAO Points Range 2015 500—625
Length of Course3 Years (BSc) (Hons) + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) Places 250
Entry Requirements English ¬ Irish ¬ Mathematics (Min H4 in LC or equivalent) ¬ One laboratory science subject (Min H6 in LC or equivalent) ¬ Two other recognised subjects
Leaving Certificate You must obtain a minimum of Grade H5 in two subjects and a minimum of Grade O6/H7 in the remaining four subjects
A-Level/GCSE See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/alevel
Other EU Applicants See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/eu
Non-EU Applicants See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/noneu
Level 5/6 FETAC Entry Routes None
Level 6/7 Progression Routes None
Mature Entry Route Yes, see page 188
Special Entry Recommendations It is recommended that the Laboratory Science subject should be one of Chemistry, Physics or Biology
Why is this course for me? If you’re interested in the beauty of architectural design, and you want to be the one who realises these designs by creating viable solutions that ensure structures stand the test of time, then this is the course for you. The Structural Engineering with Architecture degree at UCD is a two-part degree, with an initial three-year bachelor’s degree followed by a two-year master’s degree, focusing primarily on the design of structures. The programme’s aim is to develop an appreciation for architecture coupled with the solid fundamentals of an engineering degree. This will enable graduates to challenge the traditional boundaries of structural design.
What will I study? First Year Engineering students follow a common first year. Modules include: Physics ¬ Chemistry ¬Mathematics ¬ Energy Engineering ¬Mechanics ¬ Electrical/Electronic Engineering ¬ Creativity in Design Second Year Construction Materials ¬ Construction Practice ¬Mechanics of Solids ¬ Soil Mechanics 1 ¬ Architecture for Structural Engineers
Third Year Structure & Form¬ Analysis of Structures ¬ Design of Structures ¬ Energy Systems: Buildings
Fourth Year Taught modules in semester one are typically followed by an eight-month work placement.
Other courses of interest Architecture
Civil Engineering
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Those not on work placements will do a design project in addition to taught modules. Modules include: Professional Engineering for Civil & Structural Engineers ¬ Structural Analysis, Design & Specification ¬ Structural Dynamics Soil ¬Materials & Design ¬ Realising Built Projects
Fifth Year Innovation Leadership ¬ Advanced Structural Analysis & Design ¬ Professional Engineering
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(Management) ¬ Soil Mechanics & Geotechnical Engineering ¬Bridge Engineering ¬ Research Project
A student’s week includes attending lectures and tutorials as well as participating in laboratory-based workshops and undertaking independent study.
A combination of end-of-semester written examinations and continuous assessment is used. In your final year, you’ll also submit a report of your research project.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities The ME programme in Structural Engineering with Architecture is fully accredited by Engineers Ireland, and thus recognised internationally. Graduates can find employment in Ireland and abroad in areas such as:
Engineering consultancy ¬ Construction management ¬ Project management and planning ¬Management consultancy and finance
You can also pursue an academic career, and a PhD in Structural Engineering, in Ireland or abroad.
International Study Opportunities There is the opportunity to spend a semester abroad. Students to date have spent semesters at: University of Cantabria, Spain ¬University of California, USA ¬ University of Connecticut, USA ¬ San Jose State University, USA ¬University of Washington, USA
Professional Work Experience Professional Work Experience (PWE) is incorporated in the ME programme. Six to eight month internships (the majority of which are paid), have included the following companies: Arup, Skidmore Owings & Merrill (London), Thornton Tomasetti (New York), T/E/S/S Atelier D’Ingénierie (Paris), Mott McDonald (Dubai), Waterman Moylan, and O’Connor Sutton Cronin.
“I chose to study Structural Engineering with Architecture in UCD as I have always had a keen interest in the built environment. The course content is varied with modules ranging from mathematical to model making. I particularly enjoyed, and have since found very useful, the case studies module in which we scheme designed the structure of a building every two weeks and then presented the design as a team.
The course can be as international as you make it, in my third year I went to the University of Connecticut for a semester, which was a great experience. The work placement in 4th year is also an excellent part of the course, giving you practical experience as well as being very valuable to potential employers.”
Tara Clinton Graduate
UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office Engineering and Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4
eng.arch@
ucd.ie +353 1 716 1868
facebook.com/UCDEngArch
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