SE406 · Level 8 · 3 years

Criminal Justice Studies

South East Technological University - Waterford · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

288

Up 18 points since 2023 (270).

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About this course

A three-year Level 8 degree in Waterford about the justice system. It draws on law, sociology, psychology and social policy.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers criminal justice, forensics, psychology, sociology and Irish law. Year 2 covers criminal law, criminology, youth justice, human rights and prison law. Year 3 looks at policing, prisons, victims, probation and criminal trials.
Placement and abroad
You can choose a four-year version, Applied Criminal Justice Studies, with a criminal justice placement in Year 3.
Where it can lead
Graduates may work in the Probation Service, An Garda Siochana, the Prison Service, the civil service, research, journalism or NGOs.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about crime, punishment and how the justice system works, and want a career in public service.

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About Law

Courses on legal systems, human rights, and constitutional law

The academic study of legal principles, systems, and practices. Law degrees cover various areas, including constitutional law, criminal law, contract law, human rights, international law, and more. E.g. Law (LLB), Civil Law (BCL), Law and Business.

Points history

2023270202428820252872026288

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026288Published after the final round
2025 287287338
2024 288288339
2023 270270338

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

  • Physics/Chemistry: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Agricultural Science: 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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