GY132 · Level 8 · 4 years
University of Galway · Connacht
402
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A four-year arts degree combining politics, economics and law in one programme.
Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.
Study of human behavior, psychology, and society
Examine human behavior, social interactions, and societal structures. These degrees focus on understanding how individuals and groups think, feel, and behave, as well as how social, cultural, economic, and political factors influence behavior and society. E.g. Psychology, Sociology, Criminology.
Round 1 points by year
| Year | Round 1 | Final (end of season) | Middle student |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 402 | Published after the final round | |
| 2025 | 412 | 412 | 453 |
| 2024 | 351 | 351 | 455 |
| 2023 | 400 | 400 | 465 |
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.
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