AU821 · Level 7 · 3 years

Creative Design

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

172

Down 92 points since 2023 (264).

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About this course

A design degree for creative problem solvers who want to design products. Graduates have designed cars, apps and medical devices. There is a lot of studio time and work with real clients.

How long
3 years
What you study
You learn to draw, sketch, use CAD, digital media and model making, and to research and analyse design problems. Modules include product design, CAD, digital media, visual and material culture, professional practice and marketing for designers.
Placement and abroad
You can do a work placement in Year 3, which includes the chance of an international student exchange.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in graphics, electronic products and start-ups, among other design areas.
Who it suits
Suits students who like making and sketching ideas, solving everyday design problems and working with clients.

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About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026172Published after the final round
2025 225225379
2024 231273370
2023 264270473

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

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 - Sligo website ↗

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