CK123 · Level 8 · 3 years, or 4 years on the International Pathway

Anthropology

University College Cork (NUI) · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

320

Up 16 points since 2023 (304).

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About this course

A degree on human societies and evolution that covers four areas: archaeology, biological anthropology, linguistic anthropology and sociocultural anthropology.

How long
3 years, or 4 years on the International Pathway
What you study
Year 1 covers the archaeology of Ireland, introduction to anthropology, modern Irish history, women in Europe and sociology, plus folklore or religion. You study topics such as human evolution, heritage and colonial histories, and human-environment links. There are field trips and a four-day residential field school in Year 2.
Placement and abroad
There are work experience options through an optional module, and the International Pathway adds a year abroad in Year 3.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work as archaeologists, forensic anthropologists, or in museums, heritage, journalism, community work, NGOs and the media. Some roles need a postgraduate qualification.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about people, cultures and human origins, and enjoy fieldwork and reading.

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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
2026320Published after the final round
2025 301318384
2024 307307434
2023 304304419

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

  • All Languages: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • 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 University College Cork (NUI) website ↗

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