LM174 · Level 8 · 4 or 5 years

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

456

Down 42 points since 2023 (498).

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Please note: From 2027 entry, Climate Action and Sustainable Development counts as a science subject for this course's entry requirements.

About this course

A four-year degree in artificial intelligence and machine learning, with the option of a fifth year to finish with a master's. It is described as the first of its kind in Ireland.

How long
4 or 5 years
What you study
It blends computer science and mathematics, and is built for students who like solving problems. You learn the techniques behind AI that are used in areas such as medical diagnosis, digitising archives, driverless cars and medicine design.
Placement and abroad
In third year you spend 8 months on a co-op work placement.
Where it can lead
It can lead to research and further postgraduate study, and to technical jobs that need a strong foundation.
Who it suits
Suits students who are analytical, enjoy maths and computing, and like tackling hard problems.

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About Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)

Computer science, cybersecurity, and software development

The study of technologies that enable the processing, storage, retrieval, and transmission of information. These programs encompass a broad range of topics, including computer science, information systems, software development, networking, cybersecurity, data analytics, and telecommunications. E.g. Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Software Development.

Points history

2023498202448820254872026456

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026456Published after the final round
2025 487487531
2024 488488522
2023 498498577

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 H3
  • 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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