MU001 · Level 8 · 3 years (4 with a year abroad)

Theology and Arts (jointly awarded with Maynooth University)

Pontifical University, St Patrick's College · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

312

Up 22 points since 2023 (290).

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About this course

A three-year degree combining Theology with an Arts subject. Theology is taught at St Patrick's Pontifical University and the Arts subjects at Maynooth University.

How long
3 years (4 with a year abroad)
What you study
In first year Theology makes up about half your programme, covering Christianity, world religions, ethics, the Bible and philosophy of religion. You also take Arts subjects such as English, History, Law, Business, Sociology, Music or Computer Science, and continue with one of them in years 2 and 3. Electives include biblical languages and teaching religion.
Placement and abroad
An optional Erasmus+ year abroad turns the degree into the four-year BATh International.
Where it can lead
Careers include teaching, chaplaincy, pastoral work, journalism, communications, the civil service, NGOs, community development and postgraduate study.
Who it suits
Suits students interested in big questions about faith, ethics and meaning who also want to study an Arts subject.

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About Humanities (except languages)

Cultural and historical studies, including literature and philosophy

Explore the cultural, historical, philosophical, and creative aspects of human society. These degrees encompass a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, philosophy, and cultural studies. E.g. Arts, Joint Honours degrees, Humanities.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026312Published after the final round
2025 290290359
2024 290290378
2023 290290330

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

  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • All Languages: 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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