Energy Conservation - Sustainability & Circular Economy - Galway

This module aims, in as reasonably practicable way as possible, to develop an in-depth knowledge, understanding and experience of the design, site and compliance requirements for Part L (Conservation of Fuel and Energy in Dwellings; Conservation of Fuel and Energy in Buildings Other than Dwellings), while incorporating aspects of Part C (Site Preparation and Resistance to Moisture), Part D (Materials and Workmanship), Part F (Ventilation) and Part J (Heat Producing Appliances).



The module also aims to develop an in-depth knowledge, understanding and experience of relevant health and safety and best practice requirements for energy conservation and sustainable building fabric choices for the circular economy in dwellings and buildings other than dwellings.



On completion of this module, learners should be able to demonstrate, to a high standard of completion, their understanding and application of Part L through individual and group assessment and individual project work, to demonstrate compliance in the building regulations, and to model some legislative roles and responsibilities required in the Irish built environment regulations.



Who Should Apply?

There are employment opportunities for building regulation practitioners as specialists within their broader discipline areas of Architecture, Architectural Technology, Building Surveying, Consultancy, Consultant Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Quality Engineering, Building Control Engineering, Local Authority Engineering, and Construction Management, to name a few.

Semester Module Details Credits Mandatory / Elective

1 Energy Conservation (Part L, F, J, C, D, Sustainability, and Circular Economy) 10 Mandatory

Candidates must hold a cognate level 8 Bachelor (Hons) degree with a minimum grade classification of H2.2 or equivalent. Candidates who do not meet the H2.2 performance standard in a Level 8 award will be required to pass a qualifying assignment at a H2.2 performance standard as established by the Programme Board for the programme in question and as approved by the Registrar.



English Language Requirements are as determined by ATU and as published in the Access, Transfer and Progression code.



Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be used to gain access to a programme subject to available places.

Application Closing Date 14th August 2026

1 semester part-time, blended.



Recommended Study Hours per week

The recommended study hours per week are 4 hours for lectures and 10 hours on average for independent study.



On-Campus Attendance Requirement

An on-campus class is held one Saturday a semester (for example, typically 10am-12pm or 10am-2pm) on a date agreed in consultation with the students. It is not mandatory to attend this tutorial/workshop. It is delivered as hybrid and is recorded. However, it is advantageous for students to attend, where possible.

Start Date September 2026

Progression

Successful candidates can progress to any of the following programmes:



Postgraduate Certificate in Built Environment Regulation (30 ECTS credits) (Minor award)

Postgraduate Diploma in Built Environment Regulation (60 ECTS credits) (Major award)

MSc in Built Environment Regulation (90 ECTS credits) (Major award)



Careers

This programme may facilitate employment opportunities in the broad area of Building Regulations and Building Control in the private and public sector, in local authority, and on site in the construction sector. This qualification may help to meet annual Continuing Professional Development requirements, and to align with professional body requirements. It may also present opportunities for progression into management and to more senior positions.