US854 · Level 8 · 4 years

International Business Studies

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

251

Down 48 points since 2023 (299).

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About this course

A business degree in Limerick with a strong international and language focus. It combines core business subjects with the study of a language and culture.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study marketing, management, finance, law and technology, plus modules on the global economy and cultural awareness. Language is compulsory, currently French or Spanish, and beginners are welcome. In final year you take advanced language modules, global supply chain, global finance and a thesis.
Placement and abroad
There are two chances to study or work abroad for a full semester, in second and third year.
Where it can lead
Graduates will have business, language and international skills.
Who it suits
Suits students who like languages and other cultures and fancy spending time abroad as part of their degree.

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

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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026251Published after the final round
2025 243243346
2024 303303386
2023 299299378

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

  • Spanish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Italian: 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.

See the course on the Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest website ↗

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