TR054 · Level 8 · 4 years

Occupational Therapy

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

543

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About this course

A degree that qualifies you to work as an occupational therapist, helping people take part in everyday activities. It is regulated by CORU.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study occupation and therapy theories, anatomy, psychology, disability studies and research methods, from children to older adults. Teaching includes problem-based learning, practical skills and independent study. In fourth year you complete a project and modules on leadership and professional identity.
Placement and abroad
Practice education placements are compulsory, with 10 weeks in the first two years and 23 weeks in the last two.
Where it can lead
Graduates can apply to register with CORU and work with all age groups in hospitals, communities, schools and rehab.
Who it suits
Suits students who are creative, like solving problems with people, and are willing to learn independently.

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About Health

Health-related courses like Nursing, Medicine, and Physiotherapy

The study of Health Science courses involves exploring the principles and practices that contribute to the maintenance, improvement, and understanding of human health. Students learn about the human body, public health, and the prevention and treatment of diseases. E.g. Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Medicine.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026543Published after the final round
2025 544543555
2024 548543554
2023 544534554

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

  • Lab Science Subject: Higher H4
  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • A language except English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F6

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

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