GY323 · Level 8 · 4 years

Zoology

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

473

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About this course

A science degree about animals, from their cells to how they live in the wild. It is described as the only course with Zoology as a CAO choice in Ireland.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers biology, chemistry and physics, plus a careers in zoology module. Later years look at animal diversity, form and function, evolution, ecology, statistics and GIS mapping, with field skills and field courses including one in Morocco. Final year is a research project.
Placement and abroad
The final year project can be a placement with a consultancy or conservation group, or a research project in the college.
Where it can lead
Careers include ecologist, conservation, environmental consultancy, zoo keeper, wildlife ranger, aquaculture, research and teaching.
Who it suits
Suits students who love animals and wildlife and are happy doing fieldwork and lab work.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Biological and related sciences

Exploring biotechnology, genetics, and life sciences

Explore the science of living organisms and life processes. These degrees examine the structure, function, growth, evolution, and interaction of living organisms, including humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms. E.g. Biotechnology, Genetics, Biochemistry.

Points history

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026473Published after the final round
2025 Not offered under this code
2024 Not offered under this code
2023 Not offered under this code

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 or CS: 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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