MH410 · Level 8 · 3 or 4 years

Finance

Maynooth University · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

400

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About this course

A finance degree that looks at how financial systems and markets work, using the same data tools as people in industry, such as Bloomberg terminals.

How long
3 or 4 years
What you study
You study finance, economics and business, with some maths, in first year. Second year covers corporate finance, financial markets, financial modelling and data analysis, with an introduction to accounting. In final year you focus on investments, derivatives and sustainable finance, with optional modules in business and economics.
Placement and abroad
In third year you can choose a work placement in financial services, in Ireland or abroad, or a semester studying abroad, subject to availability.
Where it can lead
Popular careers include investment banking, stockbroking, consultancy, corporate finance, journalism and financial research, as well as finance roles in public and private organisations.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy problem solving with numbers and are interested in markets, money and the economy.

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About Business and administration

Management, finance, and marketing strategies

Learn how businesses operate and are managed. This field covers various business topics such as finance, marketing, human resources, and operations. Students will learn skills in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and decision-making. E.g. Commerce, Business Studies, International Business.

Points history

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026400Published after the final round
2025 Not offered under this code
2024 Not offered under this code
2023 Not offered under this code

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

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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