Waterford Regional Technical College, Ireland.

Architecture at SETU Waterford, guided by the UNESCO/UIA charter for architectural education, emphasizes designing a better built environment. The programs foster creativity, focusing on sustainability, rural and urban landscapes, conservation, and working with local communities. Located at the City Centre campus at the Granary, the school boasts strong international links and low staff-to-student ratios, ensuring dedicated support. Unique in Ireland, a work placement module is offered, complementing a vibrant alumni network. The educational approach centers on developing a 'design mind' to tackle future construction challenges. Programs are studio-based, providing dedicated spaces and extensive training in Graphics, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Revit, and Building Information Modelling (BIM). Students engage in integrated research and design projects, often involving international field trips to cities like Bilbao, Barcelona, and Milan, culminating in an annual industry showcase for final year students.