LM093 · Level 8 · 4 years

Equine Science

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

340

Down 18 points since 2023 (358).

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About this course

A four-year science degree on horses, covering their reproduction, physiology, behaviour and nutrition. It is described as the only one of its kind in Europe.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study equine science and then choose professional studies in Equitation or Equine Business Management. Entry to the Equitation option depends on reaching a satisfactory standard in the first two years.
Placement and abroad
There is a co-op placement and study abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in the horse industry in science, equitation and business management.
Who it suits
Suits students who love horses and want to build a career in the horse industry.

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Points history

2023358202435720253692026340

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026340Published after the final round
2025 369369430
2024 357357424
2023 358358408

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: Higher H4

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

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