US845 · Level 8 · 4 years

Accounting and Finance

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

410

Up 60 points since 2023 (350).

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About this course

A Level 8 accounting degree in Limerick that is recognised by several professional accountancy bodies. No earlier accounting knowledge is needed.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study financial accounting, cost and management accounting, economics, tax, company law and finance. There is also computerised accounts and payroll work, and later auditing, corporate governance and financial reporting.
Placement and abroad
A work placement or study abroad takes place in Year 3, with an alternative business problem solving module.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in accounting practice, business, government or the not-for-profit sector. Recognition from CAI, ACCA, CIMA and CPA applies, and the course meets the degree requirement for teaching if studied fully at Moylish, plus a teaching qualification.
Who it suits
Suits students who like numbers, are careful with detail and want a path to a professional accountancy qualification.

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About Business and administration

Management, finance, and marketing strategies

Learn how businesses operate and are managed. This field covers various business topics such as finance, marketing, human resources, and operations. Students will learn skills in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and decision-making. E.g. Commerce, Business Studies, International Business.

Points history

2023350202435020253572026410

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026410Published after the final round
2025 357357379
2024 350323398
2023 350350392

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

  • Physics/Chemistry: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Biology: 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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