CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
GY308 Environmental Science, University of Galway: CAO points 2026
University of Galway, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 434. Down 6 on 2025, when Round 1 was 440. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 434
- 2025 Round 1
- 440
- Level
- 8
- College
- University of Galway
GY308 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 | 434 | - | 434 |
| 2025 | 440 | - | 440 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 434?
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 434.
434 points is above roughly 60% of 2026 candidates (about 40.1% scored 430 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 434.
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- GY320PhysicsUniversity of Galway · Level 8444
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Other courses at University of Galway
The University of Galway courses closest in points to GY308. All University of Galway courses and points.
- GY301ScienceLevel 8455
- GY201CommerceLevel 8451
- GY515General NursingLevel 8451
- GY320PhysicsLevel 8444
- GY310Marine ScienceLevel 8443
- GY350Computer Science and Information TechnologyLevel 8440
- GY314Earth and Ocean SciencesLevel 8432
- GY111Arts (English and Creative Writing)Level 8413
- GY130Arts (Music)Level 8413
- GY133Education (Computer Science and Mathematical Studies)Level 8413
- GY313Occupational Health and Safety ManagementLevel 8410
- GY322Agricultural ScienceLevel 8410
Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for GY308: 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 GY308
What were the CAO points for GY308 in 2026?
Environmental Science (GY308) at University of Galway had a Round 1 cut-off of 434 points in 2026.
What were the points for GY308 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for GY308 was 440 points. Down 6 on 2025, when Round 1 was 440.
Is GY308 a Level 8 course?
Yes. GY308 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for GY308 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for GY308: 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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