GY109 · Level 8 · 4 years

Arts (Mathematics and Education)

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

371

Down 47 points since 2023 (418).

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About this course

A four-year degree combining a full maths degree with teacher training. It qualifies you to teach mathematics and is accredited by the Teaching Council.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study pure and applied mathematics, including statistics, mechanics, discrete maths and modelling, alongside education modules on how students learn. You also revisit secondary school maths and look at how to teach it. In final year you choose maths electives and complete a research project on teaching and learning maths.
Placement and abroad
There are school placements built into the course, with one in each of second, third and final year.
Where it can lead
Careers include teaching, or jobs in technology, finance and data science.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy maths and want to teach it in secondary school.

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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

2023418202443320254232026371

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026371Published after the final round
2025 423423487
2024 433433532
2023 418418509

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 H5 or Ordinary O1
  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • All Languages: 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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