TR005 · Level 8 · 4 years

Philosophy

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

523

Up 23 points since 2023 (500).

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About this course

A philosophy degree that teaches you to reason and argue clearly about big questions, mainly using the analytic tradition.

How long
4 years
What you study
In the first two years you study the history of philosophy and big problems such as free will, morality, language and logic. In third and fourth year you choose options, for example political philosophy, ethics and philosophy of mind, and write a capstone project.
Placement and abroad
Students can spend time at another university abroad, usually in second year.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in accountancy, teaching, journalism, law, banking, computing and advertising, and some go on to research.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy debating, questioning assumptions and writing structured arguments.

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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

2023500202451020255092026523

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026523Published after the final round
2025 509507522
2024 510510531
2023 500498523

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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