LM040 · Level 8 · 4 years

European Studies

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

377

Down 64 points since 2023 (441).

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About this course

UL's European Studies degree combines European languages with EU politics, history, economics and law. It is the only European Studies degree in Ireland that offers Irish as a language option.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study the historical, economic, legal and social sides of Europe and how its political institutions work, along with the languages and cultures of key member states. The course also builds digital and research skills.
Placement and abroad
The course includes a Co-op work placement and study abroad.
Where it can lead
The degree leads into the humanities, languages and social sciences.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy languages, are curious about other cultures and want to understand the EU and Ireland's place in it.

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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

2023441202439820253982026377

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026377Published after the final round
2025 398398442
2024 398398453
2023 441441495

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 H3

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

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