CK125 · Level 8 · 4 years

Physical Education, Sports Studies and Arts

University College Cork (NUI) · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

532

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About this course

A Bachelor of Education that qualifies you to teach Physical Education, plus a second subject chosen from English, Irish, Maths, French or History.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers sport psychology, motor development, exercise physiology and nutrition, anatomy of exercise and teaching approaches. Practical modules include dance, gymnastics, GAA and rugby. Later years bring in coaching science, health and wellbeing and community-based physical activity, then a final-year research project.
Placement and abroad
You do school placements in Years 2, 3 and 4, teaching PE first, then your second subject, then both for a full school year in Year 4.
Where it can lead
Graduates can teach PE and their chosen subject, work in coaching and community sport, or go on to a masters or PhD in education.
Who it suits
Suits students who love sport and want to teach, and enjoy working with young people.

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About Education

Teaching and education methods for schools and special education

Involves preparing students to become teachers or educators in various settings such as primary schools, secondary schools, or areas like special education. This field covers teaching methods, educational psychology, curriculum development, and classroom management.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026532Published after the final round
2025 521521534
2024 521518543
2023 535533555

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.

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