LM019 · Level 8 · 4 years

Social Sciences

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

430

Down 24 points since 2023 (454).

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About this course

A four-year degree where you study three social science subjects together. It also has a core in data skills.

How long
4 years
What you study
You choose from nine subjects, including economics, geography, history, politics, psychology, sociology and public administration. The data core covers how to collect and manage social data. You also get the chance to do your own research project with a supervisor.
Placement and abroad
There is a co-op work placement and the option to study abroad at a partner university.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about people and society and like looking at data to understand it.

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About Social and behavioural sciences

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.

Points history

2023454202446220254232026430

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026430Published after the final round
2025 423423455
2024 462452489
2023 454454496

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

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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