CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
GY123 Social Sciences and Sustainability, University of Galway: CAO points 2026
University of Galway, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 341. Down 9 on 2025, when Round 1 was 350. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 341
- 2025 Round 1
- 350
- Level
- 8
- College
- University of Galway
GY123 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 | 341 | - | 341 |
| 2025 | 350 | - | 350 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 341?
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 341.
341 points is above roughly 36% of 2026 candidates (about 64% scored 340 or more). See the full 2026 points distribution.
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Courses in the same subject area or at the same college, within 30 points of 341.
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Other courses at University of Galway
The University of Galway courses closest in points to GY123. All University of Galway courses and points.
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- GY109Arts (Mathematics and Education)Level 8371
- GY119Arts (Journalism)Level 8367
- GY122Na Dána (Cumarsáid agus Gaeilge)Level 8357
- GY134Geography and GeosystemsLevel 8357
- GY128Arts (Global Languages)Level 8356
- GY105Arts (History)Level 8343
- GY135Arts (Global Media)Level 8342
- GY137Arts (Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice)Level 8339
- GY101Arts (Joint-Honours)Level 8337
Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for GY123: 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 GY123
What were the CAO points for GY123 in 2026?
Social Sciences and Sustainability (GY123) at University of Galway had a Round 1 cut-off of 341 points in 2026.
What were the points for GY123 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for GY123 was 350 points. Down 9 on 2025, when Round 1 was 350.
Is GY123 a Level 8 course?
Yes. GY123 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for GY123 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for GY123: 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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