MT880 · Level 8 · 4 years

Wildlife Biology

Munster Technological University - Kerry · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

375

Up 55 points since 2023 (320).

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About this course

A science degree on wildlife, ecology and conservation, based in Kerry. It is described as the only course of its kind in Ireland.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study zoology, botany, ecology and microbiology, plus outdoor skills (including a remote emergency care certificate) and GIS mapping. Later years cover habitat studies, species identification, a wildlife expedition, conservation and a final year research thesis. Expect weekly field trips in all weather and rough ground.
Where it can lead
Graduates have worked with the Forest Service, National Parks and Wildlife Service, Fota Wildlife Park, Inland Fisheries Ireland, the Marine Institute and NGOs, and many go on to a master's or PhD.
Who it suits
Suits students who love being outdoors, are fairly fit, and are interested in nature and conservation.

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About Environment

Environmental science, conservation, and sustainability

The study of Environment courses focuses on understanding the natural world, human impact on the environment, and strategies for sustainable management and conservation. Students learn about climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. E.g. Environmental Science, Marine Science, Sustainability.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026375Published after the final round
2025 349349415
2024 317317402
2023 320320389

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.

See the course on the Munster Technological University - Kerry website ↗

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