CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
GY111 Arts (English and Creative Writing), University of Galway: CAO points 2026
University of Galway, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 413. Up 13 on 2025, when Round 1 was 400. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 413
- 2025 Round 1
- 400
- Level
- 8
- College
- University of Galway
GY111 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 | 413 | - | 413 |
| 2025 | 400 | - | 400 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 413?
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 413.
413 points is above roughly 55% of 2026 candidates (about 45.4% scored 410 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 413.
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- GY129Arts (Global Experience)University of Galway · Level 8401
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- DC009Arts: Joint Honours (Humanities)Dublin City University · Level 8390
- GY110Arts (Children and Youth Studies)University of Galway · Level 8389
- TU980Arts (Major/Minor Options Available)Technological University Dublin · Level 8389
Other courses at University of Galway
The University of Galway courses closest in points to GY111. All University of Galway courses and points.
- GY308Environmental ScienceLevel 8434
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- GY130Arts (Music)Level 8413
- GY133Education (Computer Science and Mathematical Studies)Level 8413
- GY313Occupational Health and Safety ManagementLevel 8410
- GY322Agricultural ScienceLevel 8410
- GY136Na Dána (Gaeilge agus Léann an Aistriúcháin)Level 8405
- GY118Arts (Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies)Level 8404
- GY516Mental Health NursingLevel 8403
- GY132Government (Politics, Economics and Law)Level 8402
- GY129Arts (Global Experience)Level 8401
- GY110Arts (Children and Youth Studies)Level 8389
Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for GY111: 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 GY111
What were the CAO points for GY111 in 2026?
Arts (English and Creative Writing) (GY111) at University of Galway had a Round 1 cut-off of 413 points in 2026.
What were the points for GY111 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for GY111 was 400 points. Up 13 on 2025, when Round 1 was 400.
Is GY111 a Level 8 course?
Yes. GY111 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for GY111 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for GY111: 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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