GY135 · Level 8 · 4 years
University of Galway · Connacht
342
Points have stayed about the same since 2023.
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A four-year arts degree in global media, mixing media theory with creative practice. You study another arts subject alongside it.
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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.
Round 1 points by year
| Year | Round 1 | Final (end of season) | Middle student |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 342 | Published after the final round | |
| 2025 | 359 | 359 | 430 |
| 2024 | 357 | 357 | 419 |
| 2023 | 350 | 350 | 431 |
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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