TR023 · Level 8 · 4 years

English Studies

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

546

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About this course

A literature degree covering writing in English from early periods to today, including Irish, American and postcolonial writing. Teaching is in small groups.

How long
4 years
What you study
First and second years are mostly set modules on Shakespeare, Irish writing, genres, medieval literature and popular fiction. In third and fourth year you pick advanced options, such as creative writing, crime fiction or modernism.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in journalism, broadcasting, teaching, publishing, marketing, arts management, law and diplomacy, and about 30 percent go on to further study in English.
Who it suits
Suits students who love reading and discussing books and enjoy writing critically.

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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
2026546Published after the final round
2025 533522571
2024 542521554
2023 551542564

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 H4
  • 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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