CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
GY304 Biotechnology, University of Galway: CAO points 2026
University of Galway, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 511. Up 13 on 2025, when Round 1 was 498. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 511
- 2025 Round 1
- 498
- Level
- 8
- College
- University of Galway
GY304 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 | 511 | - | 511 |
| 2025 | 498 | - | 498 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 511?
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 511.
511 points is above roughly 82% of 2026 candidates (about 18.3% scored 510 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 511.
- DC181BiotechnologyDublin City University · Level 8510
- GY202Commerce (International) with FrenchUniversity of Galway · Level 8510
- GY406Electronic and Computer EngineeringUniversity of Galway · Level 8510
- GY410Project and Construction ManagementUniversity of Galway · Level 8510
- GY207Commerce (Accounting)University of Galway · Level 8509
- GY250Law (BCL) and BusinessUniversity of Galway · Level 8509
- GY251Law (BCL)University of Galway · Level 8509
- GY252Law (BCL) and Human RightsUniversity of Galway · Level 8508
Other courses at University of Galway
The University of Galway courses closest in points to GY304. All University of Galway courses and points.
- GY402Civil EngineeringLevel 8521
- GY309Financial Mathematics and EconomicsLevel 8520
- GY414Electrical and Electronic EngineeringLevel 8520
- GY202Commerce (International) with FrenchLevel 8510
- GY406Electronic and Computer EngineeringLevel 8510
- GY410Project and Construction ManagementLevel 8510
- GY207Commerce (Accounting)Level 8509
- GY250Law (BCL) and BusinessLevel 8509
- GY251Law (BCL)Level 8509
- GY252Law (BCL) and Human RightsLevel 8508
- GY254Law (BCL), Criminology and Criminal JusticeLevel 8507
- GY204Commerce (International) with SpanishLevel 8506
Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for GY304: 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 GY304
What were the CAO points for GY304 in 2026?
Biotechnology (GY304) at University of Galway had a Round 1 cut-off of 511 points in 2026.
What were the points for GY304 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for GY304 was 498 points. Up 13 on 2025, when Round 1 was 498.
Is GY304 a Level 8 course?
Yes. GY304 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for GY304 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for GY304: 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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