Based on a total estimated cost of €15,000 over 5 years, Architecture at University College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 750.0%, with graduates earning around €40,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DN100) was 556 (2025).
Architecture graduates from University College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 85%, good career progression, moderate demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Architectural Assistant
- Architect
- Project Architect
- Principal Architect
Common employers for Architecture graduates include Architecture Firms, Urban Planning, Construction Companies, Local Authorities, Self-Employed.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Architecture graduates from University College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 24% less than the national average.
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