AU625 · Level 8 · 4 years

Heritage

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

327

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About this course

A four-year honours degree about Ireland's built, cultural and natural heritage. It links history, archaeology, geography, tourism and more.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study areas such as Irish and European history, archaeology and built heritage, landforms, Irish literature and culture, and information technology for heritage. You also learn a language. There are lots of field trips to heritage sites, museums and interpretive centres, and some practical work in computer and language labs.
Placement and abroad
You can take a work experience module and study abroad for one or two semesters.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about the past, like being outdoors and visiting historic places, and enjoy a mix of subjects.

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

About Social and behavioural sciences

Study of human behavior, psychology, and society

Examine human behavior, social interactions, and societal structures. These degrees focus on understanding how individuals and groups think, feel, and behave, as well as how social, cultural, economic, and political factors influence behavior and society. E.g. Psychology, Sociology, Criminology.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026327Published after the final round
2025 340368370
2024 337337390
2023 320359371

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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