CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
GY517 Midwifery, University of Galway: CAO points 2026
University of Galway, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 498. Round 2: 495. Up 43 on 2025, when Round 1 was 455 and the final cut-off 429. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 498
- 2025 Round 1
- 455
- Level
- 8
- College
- University of Galway
GY517 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 | 498 | 495 | 495 |
| 2025 | 455 | 434 | 429 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 498?
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 498.
498 points is above roughly 77% of 2026 candidates (about 22.6% scored 490 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 498.
- DN452MidwiferyUniversity College Dublin (NUI) · Level 8495
- TR913MidwiferyTrinity College Dublin · Level 8521
- GY204Commerce (International) with SpanishUniversity of Galway · Level 8506
- GY254Law (BCL), Criminology and Criminal JusticeUniversity of Galway · Level 8507
- GY208Commerce (Gaeilge)University of Galway · Level 8488
- GY252Law (BCL) and Human RightsUniversity of Galway · Level 8508
- GY207Commerce (Accounting)University of Galway · Level 8509
- GY250Law (BCL) and BusinessUniversity of Galway · Level 8509
Other courses at University of Galway
The University of Galway courses closest in points to GY517. All University of Galway courses and points.
- GY309Financial Mathematics and EconomicsLevel 8520
- GY304BiotechnologyLevel 8511
- 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
- GY208Commerce (Gaeilge)Level 8488
Round 2
Round 2 cut-off: 495 points, down 3 from Round 1.
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 GY517
What were the CAO points for GY517 in 2026?
Midwifery (GY517) at University of Galway had a Round 1 cut-off of 498 points in 2026. The Round 2 cut-off was 495.
What were the points for GY517 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for GY517 was 455 points, Round 2 was 434 and the final end-of-season figure was 429. Up 43 on 2025, when Round 1 was 455 and the final cut-off 429.
Is GY517 a Level 8 course?
Yes. GY517 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for GY517 drop in Round 2?
Round 2 cut-off: 495 points, down 3 from Round 1. Round 2 offers went out on Monday 7 September 2026. Later rounds only matter for courses that still have places.
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