LM180 · Level 6 · 2 or 3 years

Equine Science

University of Limerick · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

317

Up 17 points since 2023 (300).

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About this course

A two-year Certificate in Equine Science, with the option to go on to a Diploma. It covers the science of horses, riding and the business side of the horse industry.

How long
2 or 3 years
What you study
The course has three strands: equine science, equitation and equine business. In most semesters you can choose modules to match your interests. In the Diploma you follow either a business route or a riding (equitation) route.
Where it can lead
It prepares you for work in horse-based and related industries. You can progress to the Diploma, or to a degree, though the Diploma needs a Second Class Honours Grade 2 in the Certificate.
Who it suits
Suits students who love horses, enjoy learning the science behind them and want to work in the equine industry.

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Points history

2023300202430920253022026317

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026317Published after the final round
2025 302302419
2024 309309401
2023 300307411

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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