GY130 · Level 8 · 4 years

Arts (Music)

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

413

Down 17 points since 2023 (430).

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About this course

A four-year arts degree in music, studied with another arts subject. It covers history, theory, composition and Irish traditional music.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year one includes music history, Irish traditional music, practice, theory and critical listening. Year two adds composition, harmony, sound technology and options like popular music and musical theatre. Year three is spent mostly on music, and final year includes an extended essay or composition portfolio.
Placement and abroad
In semester two of year three you may study abroad, do a local work placement or complete an extended project.
Where it can lead
Careers include performance, teaching, composition, sound engineering, music therapy, arts administration, broadcasting and librarianship.
Who it suits
Suits students who play or sing, enjoy listening closely to music and like both practical and academic study.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026413Published after the final round
2025 401401473
2024 348348465
2023 430430487

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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