LM094 · Level 8 · 4 years

Graphics and Construction Technology with concurrent Teacher Education

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

477

Up 12 points since 2023 (465).

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About this course

A teacher education degree that qualifies you to teach technology subjects at second level. It is built around design-based subjects.

How long
4 years
What you study
You prepare to teach Wood Technology and Graphics at Junior Cycle, and Construction Studies and Design and Communication Graphics at Leaving Cert. Subject learning and teaching training run together in the one degree.
Placement and abroad
School placement is part of the course.
Where it can lead
Graduates are accredited by the Teaching Council to teach technology subjects at second level.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy design, drawing and building things and like working with people, especially young people.

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About Education

Teaching and education methods for schools and special education

Involves preparing students to become teachers or educators in various settings such as primary schools, secondary schools, or areas like special education. This field covers teaching methods, educational psychology, curriculum development, and classroom management.

Points history

2023465202447520254552026477

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026477Published after the final round
2025 455455487
2024 475475499
2023 465465507

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 O3
  • All Languages except English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Lab Science, App Maths, CS, DCG, Tech, Construction: Higher H7 or Ordinary O4

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

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