LM102 · Level 8 · 4 years

Psychology

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

500

Down 10 points since 2023 (510).

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About this course

A four-year science degree on mind and behaviour. It is accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland.

How long
4 years
What you study
You explore topics such as child development, memory and mood, mental disorders, prejudice and why people help others.
Placement and abroad
There is a co-op placement and study abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates are eligible to register with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about how people think and feel and enjoy research.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026500Published after the final round
2025 499496527
2024 519510532
2023 510510532

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

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

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