AU694 · Level 8 · 4 years

History and Geography

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

306

Up 26 points since 2023 (280).

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About this course

An arts degree combining history and geography, based at the Mayo campus. It suits people interested in the past, landscapes, archaeology or wildlife.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study Irish history, folklore and oral history, genealogy, earth processes, and how people and the environment interact. You also learn digital media and mapping skills, and can take a language such as Spanish, German or French. Teaching includes lab work and field trips, with optional trips abroad. You can exit after two years with a Higher Certificate or after three with an ordinary degree.
Placement and abroad
There is a work experience module where you join a host organisation. You can also study abroad for a semester or a year.
Where it can lead
Careers include teaching (through a Professional Master's in Education), jobs in the public or private sector, self-employment, and further study at Master's and doctoral level.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy history, maps and the outdoors, and like learning through fieldwork and projects.

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About Humanities (except languages)

Cultural and historical studies, including literature and philosophy

Explore the cultural, historical, philosophical, and creative aspects of human society. These degrees encompass a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, philosophy, and cultural studies. E.g. Arts, Joint Honours degrees, Humanities.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026306Published after the final round
2025 317317367
2024 280280349
2023 280280320

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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