MT930 · Level 8 · 3 years at MTU, then an optional 2-year PME at UCC

Home Economics and Business (First 3 years in MTU, final 2 years in UCC)

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

456

Down 32 points since 2023 (488).

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About this course

A three-year honours degree in Home Economics and Business, described as the only one of its kind in Ireland. Home Economics students can go on to teach after a Professional Master of Education.

How long
3 years at MTU, then an optional 2-year PME at UCC
What you study
First year includes culinary skills and food safety, biology, household finance, nutrition, fashion design, home design, business law and accounting. Over the course you cover Home Economics, Business and some education studies, in a mix of about 70% theory and 30% practical.
Placement and abroad
In year 3 you do a school placement in Home Economics, which you find yourself with support.
Where it can lead
With a H2.2 in final year you get a guaranteed place on the UCC PME, and graduates can also work in food, nutrition, business and community settings.
Who it suits
Suits students who like cooking, textiles and design, and business, and may want to teach.

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About Education

Teaching and education methods for schools and special education

Involves preparing students to become teachers or educators in various settings such as primary schools, secondary schools, or areas like special education. This field covers teaching methods, educational psychology, curriculum development, and classroom management.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026456Published after the final round
2025 484484506
2024 495484518
2023 488474510

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
  • Lab Science plus HO: Higher H4

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

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