MT512 · Level 7 · 3 years

Health and Exercise Sciences with Massage Therapy

Munster Technological University - Kerry · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

301

Up 60 points since 2023 (241).

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 science degree combining health and exercise science with massage therapy. It is based at MTU Kerry.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study anatomy and physiology, health and wellbeing, therapeutic massage and activity leadership. The course includes massage casework, aquatic therapy, posture, functional assessment and fitness testing.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in health and leisure centres, spas, coaching, sports massage and rehabilitation. You can progress to year 4 of the honours degree.
Who it suits
Suits students who like hands-on work, anatomy and helping people feel well.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Sports and related courses

Covers sports science, management, and coaching

Sports degrees involve understanding the science, management, and education of physical activity, sports, and exercise. These programs cover a broad spectrum of topics, including exercise physiology, sports psychology, biomechanics, nutrition, coaching, sports management, and health promotion. E.g. Sports Science, Sports Management, Strength and Conditioning.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026301Published after the final round
2025 298298434
2024 264264444
2023 241241442

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 or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: 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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