SE407 · Level 8 · 3 years

Accounting

South East Technological University - Carlow · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

318

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About this course

A three-year honours accounting degree in Carlow. It has the maximum exemptions from the main accounting bodies.

How long
3 years
What you study
The course covers accounting, taxation, finance and audit. Year 1 builds business and accounting basics. Years 2 and 3 cover financial reporting, management accounting, tax, corporate finance, audit and assurance, and strategy.
Placement and abroad
Summer internships in accounting firms are available at the end of Year 2.
Where it can lead
Graduates can train as accountants in firms or work in industry, financial services or government, and teaching is possible after a Professional Master's in Education.
Who it suits
Suits students who are good at maths, like working with numbers and can explain things clearly.

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

About Business and administration

Management, finance, and marketing strategies

Learn how businesses operate and are managed. This field covers various business topics such as finance, marketing, human resources, and operations. Students will learn skills in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and decision-making. E.g. Commerce, Business Studies, International Business.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026318Published after the final round
2025 319326433
2024 318318393
2023 319319430

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

  • Engineering: Higher H6 or Ordinary O4
  • Technology: Higher H6 or Ordinary O3

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

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