DK810 · Level 8 · 3 years

Accounting and Finance

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

195

Down 52 points since 2023 (247).

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About this course

A Level 8 accounting degree that starts with the basics and builds up to more advanced accounting and finance. It gives exemptions from exams set by professional accounting bodies.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers foundation accounting, economics, management, marketing and quantitative techniques. Year 2 adds financial accounting, cost and management accounting, company law and public finance. Year 3 covers taxation, corporate reporting, strategic finance and business strategy, with auditing or financial services as options.
Where it can lead
Careers include accountant, chartered accountant, management accountant, payroll manager, banking and financial services.
Who it suits
Suits students who are good with numbers, like detail and want to qualify as an accountant.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Business and administration

Management, finance, and marketing strategies

Learn how businesses operate and are managed. This field covers various business topics such as finance, marketing, human resources, and operations. Students will learn skills in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and decision-making. E.g. Commerce, Business Studies, International Business.

Points history

2023247202422720252102026195

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026195Published after the final round
2025 210229349
2024 227226357
2023 247246364

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

  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • 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.

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