TR111 · Level 8 · 4 years

Ancient History and Archaeology/Geography

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

462

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About this course

This is a Trinity Joint Honours degree where you study two subjects, Ancient History and Archaeology and Geography. You split your studies between the two subjects.

How long
4 years
What you study
Ancient History and Archaeology looks at the history and physical remains of the ancient Mediterranean, with themes, research methods and hands-on work with artefacts in later years. Geography covers physical and human geography, with lectures, lab classes and field work on topics like climate change, natural hazards and sustainability.
Placement and abroad
Study abroad: for Ancient History and Archaeology, semester or year abroad is possible.
Where it can lead
Graduates have worked in areas such as business, journalism, heritage and museum work, publishing, teaching and theatre (for Ancient History and Archaeology) and environmental consultancies, planning, government geological surveys, teaching and research (for Geography).
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy exploring the ancient world through its history and objects and are curious about the Earth and how people affect it.

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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

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026462Published after the final round
2025 Not offered under this code
2024 Not offered under this code
2023 Not offered under this code

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
  • 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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