MH101 · Level 8 · 3 years

Arts

Maynooth University · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

300

Down 10 points since 2023 (310).

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Please note: To study Nua-Ghaeilge you normally need H4 in Irish. From 2027 entry, students without H4 can sit a new Irish entrance exam (Scrúdú Iontrála Gaeilge) after registering.

About this course

A flexible Level 8 arts degree where you choose from over 30 subjects. It suits you if you are not sure yet what path you want.

How long
3 years
What you study
In first year you pick two to four subjects and can change your mind for four weeks, then narrow down in later years. Subjects range from languages and music to anthropology, criminology, accounting and maths. Most need no previous knowledge. You build skills like critical thinking, research and communication.
Placement and abroad
There is a 4-year International option with a semester or year abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates go into areas like HR, finance, law, marketing, business, publishing, librarianship and teaching, or on to postgraduate study.
Who it suits
Suits students who like many subjects and want to keep their options open before choosing a direction.

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About Humanities (except languages)

Cultural and historical studies, including literature and philosophy

Explore the cultural, historical, philosophical, and creative aspects of human society. These degrees encompass a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, philosophy, and cultural studies. E.g. Arts, Joint Honours degrees, Humanities.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026300Published after the final round
2025 300300377
2024 307307380
2023 310307380

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
  • All Languages: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: 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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