Building Engineering (Common Entry)

Bachelor of Engineering

Course Details

CAO Code	AU243
Level	7
Duration	3 Years
CAO Points	208 (2025)
Method of Delivery	On-campus
Campus Locations	Donegal – Letterkenny
Mode of Delivery	Full Time
Work placement	Yes

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Course Overview

This is a common entry BEng in Building Engineering with an option of two different streams of specialisation

At the end of Year 1, learners choose either the Building Engineering with Renewable Energy or Fire Safety Engineering pathway, having had the opportunity to decide which best suits their interests, skills and abilities.

A building’s services are the systems installed in it that make it comfortable, functional, efficient, and safe to use. Building services and renewable energy engineers ensure that building energy services meet international environmental performance standards. They use computer simulation tools to predict a building’s likely performance during the design stages.

The Building Services Engineering profession spans the whole construction spectrum, including designing and installing engineering systems such as renewable energy, heating and power distribution, project management, facilities management and maintenance. In any new construction project, Building Services and Renewable Energy systems typically account for 30-40% of the total cost, and buildings account for almost 50% of carbon emissions. Building Services and Renewable Energy Engineering is at the forefront of the challenges facing society.

Progression

On successful completion of this programme, students can continue to Level 8 study in their chosen stream.

Other options include

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Construction Contracts Management (Online)
Level 8 Degrees in Building / Architectural Engineering or Energy Engineering in institutes and universities at home and abroad.

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Undergraduate Prospectus

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirement

5 subjects at O6/H7
English or Irish at O6/H7
Maths at O6/H7

QQI/FET Major Award Required

Any

Additional QQI/FET/ Requirements

C20139 or 5N1833 or C20174 or C20175 or 5N0556 or 5N18396 or Leaving Certificate Maths at 06/H7

Advanced Entry

Applications are welcome for entry to stage 2 of a programme at ATU, following completion of a cognate QQI FET Level 6 Major award.

Transfers into years two, three or four are also welcome from those who have completed learning in a cognate area in another Higher-Level Institute (HEI).

Applications will open in early 2026.

Advanced Entry and Transfer Applicants

My experience of ATU was one where the smaller class sizes lead to a friendly cooperative culture between students and staff. The staff made themselves as available as possible and were extremely helpful, while at the same time pushed me to understand my subject in full detail. I feel this not only assisted in gaining my qualification but enhanced my understanding of Building Services beyond the course curriculum which gave me a competitive advantage in the job market. Anyone who decides to study in the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction can expect a similar experience.
Michael O’Malley , Building Services Engineer, Kingmech (Design & Build Services), Ramelton, Co. Donegal

Fees

Total Fees EU: €3,000

This annual student contribution charge is subject to change by Government. Additional tuition fees may apply. Click on the link below for more information on fees, grants and scholarships.

Total Fees Non-EU: €12,000

Fees shown are per annum.

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Professional Accreditation

It is expected that the BEng in Building Engineering and Renewable Energy and BEng in Fire Safety Engineering will meet the Engineers Ireland education standard for the registration of Associate Engineer (Sydney Accord). ATU Donegal is an Academic Partner of Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).