MH412 · Level 8 · 4 years with placement or Erasmus/Study Abroad

Business with Sport Science

Maynooth University · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

451

Down 38 points since 2023 (489).

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About this course

A business degree combined with sport science, for students who want to work in sport, exercise and well-being businesses.

How long
4 years with placement or Erasmus/Study Abroad
What you study
In first year you take business subjects and sport science modules such as functional anatomy, exercise science and physiology, plus one other subject. In later years you study the functions of business and more sport science. Final year covers business strategy and advanced skills in your business area.
Placement and abroad
At the end of second year you can do an accredited business work placement in Ireland or abroad, or study abroad, subject to availability. Placement students need Garda vetting.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in large companies' graduate programmes, public service, small and medium businesses, and sport, exercise and health businesses.
Who it suits
Suits students who like sport and exercise and want to understand the business side as well as the science.

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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

2023489202448720254552026451

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026451Published after the final round
2025 455455473
2024 487487510
2023 489489511

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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