MH202 · Level 8 · 4 years
Maynooth University · Rest Of Leinster
423
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A four-year Level 8 degree that uses biology to tackle problems in health, food and the environment. It combines biology, chemistry and genetics.
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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.
Round 1 points by year
| Year | Round 1 | Final (end of season) | Middle student |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 423 | Published after the final round | |
| 2025 | 430 | 430 | 465 |
| 2024 | 444 | 442 | 465 |
| 2023 | 431 | 431 | 467 |
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.
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