TR003 · Level 8 · 4 years

History

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

540

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About this course

A history degree covering medieval to modern times, with Irish, European, American and global history. Teaching is in lectures and small groups.

How long
4 years
What you study
The first two years give you a broad base, plus how historians work, and a team research project in second year. In third and fourth year you pick specialist modules, such as the French Revolution or the Troubles, and finish with a capstone project of your own.
Placement and abroad
You can study abroad through Erasmus exchanges, for example in Paris, Vienna or Prague.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in journalism, law, teaching, publishing, public administration, marketing and heritage.
Who it suits
Suits students who like reading, researching, and arguing a case in essays and discussion.

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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
2026540Published after the final round
2025 526521546
2024 499486520
2023 543541555

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: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F6
  • A language except English: 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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