MH001 · Level 8 · 4 years

Education - Primary Teaching (Froebel)

Maynooth University · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

495

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About this course

A four-year Level 8 degree that qualifies you to teach in primary schools in Ireland. It is based on the Froebel approach, which is child-centred, active and practical.

How long
4 years
What you study
You take education modules and school-based placement in every year. Psychology, philosophy, sociology and history of education form the theory base. Year one includes Irish, English and maths skills, curriculum subjects, STEM and religious education. Later years add inclusion, global citizenship and a choice of electives.
Placement and abroad
You do school placements in all four years, plus two two-week Gaeltacht placements at Easter in second and third year. Third-year Erasmus study abroad options are available.
Where it can lead
Graduates can register with the Teaching Council and teach in Irish primary schools, and some move into areas such as educational writing, teacher education or the civil service.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy working with children, are good with Irish and English, and want a hands-on teaching career.

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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

2023498202450720255062026495

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026495Published after the final round
2025 506506534
2024 507500541
2023 498496532

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 O4
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O4
  • Irish: 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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