TR228 · Level 8 · 4 years

Classical Languages/English Literature

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

544

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About this course

This is a Trinity Joint Honours degree where you study two subjects, Classical Languages and English Literature. You split your studies between the two subjects.

How long
4 years
What you study
Classical Languages means learning Latin and Greek, both of which can be started from scratch, then reading Greek and Roman literature and culture in depth. English Literature covers writing in English from Irish, British, American and postcolonial cultures, with small-group seminars in later years.
Placement and abroad
Study abroad: for Classical Languages, semester or year abroad is possible; for English Literature, study abroad is possible in third year.
Where it can lead
Graduates have worked in areas such as business, journalism, heritage and museum work, publishing, teaching and theatre (for Classical Languages) and journalism, broadcasting, teaching, publishing, marketing and law (for English Literature).
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy learning languages and reading and writing about literature.

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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
2026544Published 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 H4
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F6
  • A language except English: Higher H4

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

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