GY119 · Level 8 · 4 years

Arts (Journalism)

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

367

Down 51 points since 2023 (418).

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About this course

A four-year arts degree in journalism that trains you to report across print, online, audio and video. You study an arts subject alongside it.

How long
4 years
What you study
You learn news writing, media ethics and audio basics in year one, then cross-platform reporting, broadcasting and digital platforms in year two. Final year includes a live newsroom simulation, a final project and options like data journalism or investigative reporting.
Placement and abroad
In third year you can do a journalism placement, study abroad, or combine both.
Where it can lead
Careers include journalism, broadcasting and digital storytelling.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about current affairs, like writing and storytelling, and enjoy learning by producing real stories.

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About Journalism and information

Courses related to journalism, communication, and media studies

These courses involve learning about the creation, dissemination, and management of news and information. This field covers skills in reporting, writing, editing, multimedia storytelling, digital platforms, media ethics, and media law. E.g. Journalism, Communication Studies.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026367Published after the final round
2025 381381421
2024 360360454
2023 418418484

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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