SE417 · Level 7 · 3 years

Public Relations and Media

South East Technological University - Carlow · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

207

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 degree in Carlow in public relations and media. It mixes practical and theory subjects.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers digital marketing, public relations, media studies and social psychology. Year 2 adds media and PR law, creative radio, video and PR research. Year 3 covers journalism, content writing and media ethics.
Placement and abroad
Year 3 offers a work placement, a semester abroad or a PR and media internship project.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in radio, TV, media marketing and PR departments, and can go on to Year 4 of the Level 8 degree.
Who it suits
Suits students who are good with people, like telling stories and enjoy making content.

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About Journalism and information

Courses related to journalism, communication, and media studies

These courses involve learning about the creation, dissemination, and management of news and information. This field covers skills in reporting, writing, editing, multimedia storytelling, digital platforms, media ethics, and media law. E.g. Journalism, Communication Studies.

Points history

2023204202419020252022026207

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026207Published after the final round
2025 202202377
2024 190190400
2023 204204367

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

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

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