CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
DC121 Computer Science, DCU: CAO points 2026
Dublin City University, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 443. Down 44 on 2025, when Round 1 was 487. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 443
- 2025 Round 1
- 487
- Level
- 8
- College
- DCU
DC121 points 2026 and 2025
Round 1 is the main cut-off. Round 2 shows only when the course made offers in that round. The last column is the latest published figure: for 2025 that is the end-of-season cut-off, for 2026 the most recent round so far.
| Year | Round 1 | Round 2 | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 443 | - | 443 |
| 2025 | 487 | - | 487 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 443?
Put your grades into the calculator. It applies the best-six rule, the Higher Maths bonus and LCVP the way CAO does, then compare your total with 443.
443 points is above roughly 63% of 2026 candidates (about 37.4% scored 440 or more). See the full 2026 points distribution.
Similar courses
Courses in the same subject area or at the same college, within 30 points of 443.
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- DC175Physics (General Entry)Dublin City University · Level 8440
- DC215General NursingDublin City University · Level 8440
- DC113Global Business (Germany)Dublin City University · Level 8435
- DC166Environmental Science and TechnologyDublin City University · Level 8434
Other courses at DCU
The DCU courses closest in points to DC121. All DCU courses and points.
- DC209Health and SocietyLevel 8465
- DC240Marketing, Innovation and TechnologyLevel 8465
- DC230Economics, Politics and LawLevel 8462
- DC241Digital Business and InnovationLevel 8452
- DC012Post Primary Teacher Education - Religious Education and MusicLevel 8440
- DC161Analytical ScienceLevel 8440
- DC175Physics (General Entry)Level 8440
- DC215General NursingLevel 8440
- DC113Global Business (Germany)Level 8435
- DC166Environmental Science and TechnologyLevel 8434
- DC013Post Primary Teacher Education - Gaeilge and French, German or SpanishLevel 8423
- DC016Post Primary Teaching - Home Economics and TechnologyLevel 8421
Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for DC121: the Round 1 cut-off was the last one.
The main figure on this page is the Round 1 cut-off: the points of the last applicant offered a place. It is not a fixed entry requirement. When Round 1 offers are turned down, places free up and points can fall in Round 2. See the CAO key dates and how CAO offers work.
Questions about DC121
What were the CAO points for DC121 in 2026?
Computer Science (DC121) at Dublin City University had a Round 1 cut-off of 443 points in 2026.
What were the points for DC121 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for DC121 was 487 points. Down 44 on 2025, when Round 1 was 487.
Is DC121 a Level 8 course?
Yes. DC121 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for DC121 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for DC121: the Round 1 cut-off was the last one. Round 2 offers went out on Monday 7 September 2026. Later rounds only matter for courses that still have places.
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