GY118 · Level 8 · 4 years

Arts (Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies)

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

404

Up 35 points since 2023 (369).

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About this course

A four-year arts degree in drama, theatre and performance, studied alongside other arts subjects.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year one covers acting, theatre technology and digital media, performance analysis and theatre histories. Later years add musical theatre, stagecraft, writing for stage and screen, and socially engaged theatre. Year three has options like theatre production and acting and directing, and the final year includes a practice-based research project.
Placement and abroad
Year three offers work experience or study abroad, with partners such as Druid and the Galway International Arts Festival.
Where it can lead
Careers include acting, directing, lighting, set and costume design, teaching, marketing and broadcasting.
Who it suits
Suits students who love theatre, enjoy performing or working backstage, and like learning by doing.

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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

2023369202441020253602026404

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026404Published after the final round
2025 360360464
2024 410410474
2023 369369463

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: 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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