Bachelor Of Science In Architectural Technology in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, Ireland

Bachelor Of Science In Architectural Technology in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology

The Architectural Technologist is a highly skilled technical professional within the construction industry.

As a student of Architectural Technology you will be encouraged to appreciate the concepts of architectural design and apply technical design principles in the development of a building to meet the project brief, the regulatory requirements for the building and the performance requirements for environmental and energy efficiency. The course has a strong work ethic which encourages students to interact closely and, in so doing, make life-long friends and colleagues.

In recognition of the practical nature of the course, GMIT provides students of Architectural Technology with dedicated studio spaces for each course year equipped with manual and PC drawing facilities, the latest IT software and plotting facilities.

Career Opportunities

GMIT fosters strong industry and practice links within the construction sector.

Graduates in Architectural Technology will have gained skills to allow them to pursue a professional technical career within an architectural or engineering consultancy or the public sector.

Follow-on Studies: 

Graduates can proceed through an internal progression route to year 4 of the Level 8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree in Architectural Technology at GMIT.

Direct applicants external to GMIT will also be considered for entry subject to places being available.

A variety of options is also available for successful graduates to proceed to professional level studies in institutes of technology or universities in Ireland and elsewhere.

Essential Information: 

Professional Accreditation

The BSc in Architectural Technology Level 7 is fully accredited by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI).

This degree is also accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)*

Graduates can also gain full CIOB exemption (eligible for ICIOB) by completing a further 60 ECTS credits.