US808 · Level 8 · 4 years

Music Production and Technology

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

356

Up 48 points since 2023 (308).

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About this course

A Level 8 honours degree in Limerick for people who want to work in music and audio. You get access to recording studios, audio labs and a 350-seat theatre.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study studio production, music, digital production, soundscape design, creative music performance, audio electronics and live sound. Later years add event management and a final project, with electives in interactive technology and digital production.
Placement and abroad
Year 3 includes a placement and practice module, aimed at the project-based nature of the music industry.
Where it can lead
Careers include sound engineer, music producer, event manager and studio technician roles, and work in broadcast, live theatre and studios.
Who it suits
Suits students who love making and recording music and enjoy working with sound equipment.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

2023308202429920252882026356

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026356Published after the final round
2025 288288391
2024 299299420
2023 308308400

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

  • Bulgarian: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Croatian: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

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

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