TR028 · Level 8 · 4 years

Ancient and Medieval History and Culture

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

497

Up 31 points since 2023 (466).

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About this course

A degree focused on history and culture from about 2000 BC to 1500 AD, bringing together classics, history and art history.

How long
4 years
What you study
In first year you take introductory modules in ancient history or Latin, art history and medieval history. Second year has compulsory Greek, Roman and medieval modules. Third and fourth years let you choose topics, and you write a capstone project in the final year.
Where it can lead
Graduates go into archaeology, journalism, museums and conservation, marketing and teaching, and many do further study.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious about ancient and medieval times and enjoy looking at texts, buildings and artefacts.

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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
2026497Published after the final round
2025 469472492
2024 422422476
2023 466453476

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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