MH201 · Level 8 · 4 years

Science

Maynooth University · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

346

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About this course

A broad Level 8 science degree where you try several science subjects before specialising. It is Maynooth's most popular science degree.

How long
4 years
What you study
In first year you take maths and three more from biology, chemistry, computer science, data science, engineering science, experimental physics and mathematical physics. You can wait four weeks before settling. Through later years you narrow to two subjects, then one or two in final year. Some students can transfer into specialised degrees.
Where it can lead
Possible roles, depending on your subjects, include chemist, data scientist, statistician, mathematician, immunologist and science educator.
Who it suits
Suits students who like science and maths but are not sure which area they prefer yet.

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About Biological and related sciences

Exploring biotechnology, genetics, and life sciences

Explore the science of living organisms and life processes. These degrees examine the structure, function, growth, evolution, and interaction of living organisms, including humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms. E.g. Biotechnology, Genetics, Biochemistry.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026346Published after the final round
2025 352348409
2024 350350409
2023 350350422

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 O4
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Lab Science, App Maths, CS: 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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