AU931 · Level 8 · 4 years

Performing Arts

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

327

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

A Level 8 honours degree in performing arts with an acting strand and a theatre design strand. The design side is linked to the Abbey Theatre.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 is shared and covers acting, theatre design, voice and movement, cultural studies, digital media and directing. From Year 2 you specialise in acting or theatre design. Year 4 focuses on professional practice, with industry guests.
Placement and abroad
A 4 to 6 week placement in Year 3 in places like the Abbey Theatre, Blue Raincoat Theatre Company or schools and radio stations.
Who it suits
Suits students who like performing or designing for stage and enjoy working in a team.

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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
2026327Published after the final round
2025 309309398
2024 309306390
2023 321321399

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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