TR024 · Level 8 · 4 years

European Studies

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

565

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About this course

A degree that combines two European languages with the history, politics and culture of Europe.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study two languages equally in the first two years, plus European history and an introduction to a social science. Languages include French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish and Irish (as a minor only). In final year you take options and write a capstone.
Placement and abroad
You spend third year at a university abroad, studying in your major language.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in international organisations, the EU, the civil service, diplomacy, consultancy and journalism.
Who it suits
Suits students who like languages and want to understand Europe's history and politics.

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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
2026565Published after the final round
2025 564564578
2024 555555588
2023 567567600

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
  • French: Higher H3

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

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