AU601 · Level 8 · 4 years

Business

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

280

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

This is a four year Level 8 business degree giving a broad base across business. You do not need to have studied business before.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study marketing, management, economics, accounting, entrepreneurship and business analytics, with strong emphasis on practical projects. You build teamwork and leadership skills. Fourth year includes projects on analytical, strategic and critical thinking. You can switch to Marketing and Sales, Entrepreneurship, or Finance and Economics after Year 2.
Where it can lead
You can exit after two years with a Higher Certificate in Business, or after three with a Bachelor of Business.
Who it suits
Suits students who like business and teamwork, and want to keep their options open.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Business and administration

Management, finance, and marketing strategies

Learn how businesses operate and are managed. This field covers various business topics such as finance, marketing, human resources, and operations. Students will learn skills in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and decision-making. E.g. Commerce, Business Studies, International Business.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026280Published after the final round
2025 280280356
2024 280280367
2023 280280359

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

See the course on the Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo website ↗

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