GY313 · Level 8 · 4 years

Occupational Health and Safety Management

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

410

Up 10 points since 2023 (400).

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About this course

A science-based degree about keeping workplaces safe and healthy. It is accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers biology, chemistry, physics and maths, plus an introduction to health and safety risk and law. Later years add anatomy, physiology, engineering and science modules, health and safety law and lab skills. Guest speakers from industry and regulators give lectures.
Placement and abroad
A seven month paid industry placement runs from the end of third year into the first half of fourth year.
Where it can lead
Graduates mostly work as health and safety professionals in manufacturing, construction, energy, medical devices and pharma, with some in regulatory affairs and quality management.
Who it suits
Suits students who like science and practical problem solving and want to protect people at work.

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About Environment

Environmental science, conservation, and sustainability

The study of Environment courses focuses on understanding the natural world, human impact on the environment, and strategies for sustainable management and conservation. Students learn about climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. E.g. Environmental Science, Marine Science, Sustainability.

Points history

2023400202440820254222026410

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026410Published after the final round
2025 422422452
2024 408408451
2023 400400440

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
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Lab Science Subject: 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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