LM089 · Level 8 · 4 years

Sport and Exercise Sciences

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

507

Up 22 points since 2023 (485).

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About this course

A four-year science degree on the science of sport, exercise and health.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study how training affects the body, including strength, speed and endurance, and how exercise helps prevent diseases. You also look at the psychology of exercise and how to motivate people.
Who it suits
Suits students who like science and sport and are interested in performance and health.

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About Sports and related courses

Covers sports science, management, and coaching

Sports degrees involve understanding the science, management, and education of physical activity, sports, and exercise. These programs cover a broad spectrum of topics, including exercise physiology, sports psychology, biomechanics, nutrition, coaching, sports management, and health promotion. E.g. Sports Science, Sports Management, Strength and Conditioning.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026507Published after the final round
2025 498498518
2024 502506531
2023 485485520

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
  • Lab Science or App Maths or PE: Higher H7 or Ordinary O3

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

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