TR015 · Level 8 · 4 years

Philosophy, Political Science, Economics and Sociology

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

591

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About this course

A degree that combines four subjects: philosophy, political science, economics and sociology. You look at society from several angles before you narrow down.

How long
4 years
What you study
In first year you take all four subjects. In second year you continue with one, two or three, and by third year you focus on one or two. Everyone completes a capstone project in the final year.
Placement and abroad
In third year you can apply to study abroad through Erasmus.
Where it can lead
It can lead to careers in areas such as public administration and policy, using the analytical skills of the course.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about politics, the economy and how societies work and like forming their own 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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026591Published after the final round
2025 588581601
2024 602601613
2023 591591601

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 H6 or Ordinary O4
  • 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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