LM002 · Level 8 · 4 years

Arts

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

317

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About this course

A flexible arts degree at UL where you don't have to commit to one subject straight away. It includes a built-in work placement and a compulsory semester abroad.

How long
4 years
What you study
In first year you pick four subjects from a list of seventeen, including English, History, Psychology, Economics, Geography, Music and Dance, Mathematics and several languages such as French, Japanese and Gaeilge. From second year most students narrow down to two subjects. Politics and International Relations or Sociology can be taken on their own from year two.
Placement and abroad
The course includes a Co-op work placement and a required semester studying at one of UL's partner universities abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates go into areas such as the public sector, teaching, communications and politics, and many find their career path during the degree.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy a range of subjects, aren't yet sure which one to focus on and like the idea of working and living abroad.

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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
2026317Published after the final round
2025 316316388
2024 316316398
2023 326326399

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 or Foundation F6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • All Languages except English: 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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