CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
MH202 Biotechnology, Maynooth: CAO points 2026
Maynooth University, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 423. Down 7 on 2025, when Round 1 was 430. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 423
- 2025 Round 1
- 430
- Level
- 8
- College
- Maynooth
MH202 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 | 423 | - | 423 |
| 2025 | 430 | - | 430 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 423?
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 423.
423 points is above roughly 57% of 2026 candidates (about 42.8% scored 420 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 423.
- US861BiotechnologyTechnological University of the Shannon · Level 8410
- MH212Science (with Education) or Mathematics and Computer Science (with EducaMaynooth University · Level 8422
- MH222Food Science and Human NutritionMaynooth University · Level 8422
- MH415Economics - option of an integrated MSc EconomicsMaynooth University · Level 8422
- MH210Pharmaceutical and Biomedical ChemistryMaynooth University · Level 8430
- MH701General NursingMaynooth University · Level 8430
- MH207Data ScienceMaynooth University · Level 8413
- MH403Accounting and FinanceMaynooth University · Level 8411
Other courses at Maynooth
The Maynooth courses closest in points to MH202. All Maynooth courses and points.
- MH221Sport Science and HealthLevel 8441
- MH210Pharmaceutical and Biomedical ChemistryLevel 8430
- MH701General NursingLevel 8430
- MH212Science (with Education) or Mathematics and Computer Science (with EducaLevel 8422
- MH222Food Science and Human NutritionLevel 8422
- MH415Economics - option of an integrated MSc EconomicsLevel 8422
- MH207Data ScienceLevel 8413
- MH403Accounting and FinanceLevel 8411
- MH416International EconomicsLevel 8402
- MH203Biological and Geographical SciencesLevel 8401
- MH204Physics with AstrophysicsLevel 8401
- MH407Business and AccountingLevel 8401
Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for MH202: 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 MH202
What were the CAO points for MH202 in 2026?
Biotechnology (MH202) at Maynooth University had a Round 1 cut-off of 423 points in 2026.
What were the points for MH202 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for MH202 was 430 points. Down 7 on 2025, when Round 1 was 430.
Is MH202 a Level 8 course?
Yes. MH202 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for MH202 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for MH202: 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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