Where to study in Ireland is the question every Leaving Cert student faces, and the points race only tells part of the story. These honest, counsellor-written guides give you the full picture:
Common-entry science, when you specialise, and the many careers a science degree opens.
CS, software and computing degrees, the points, and what the work is really like.
Hands-on software, networking and IT routes, including strong TU options.
Newer degrees in data, analytics and artificial intelligence, and who they suit.
Designing objects and products, the studio approach, and the career paths.
Portfolio-based art and design degrees, NCAD and beyond, and creative careers.
Journalism, communications and media production routes across Ireland.
Accredited social work degrees, CORU registration, and the realities of the work.
Degrees for working with young children, and the growing sector behind them.
CORU-aligned social care practice degrees, and where graduates go on to work.
Farming, agribusiness and agri-science degrees, including Teagasc-linked routes.
Food, nutrition and dietetics degrees, and the science behind what we eat.
Earth, climate and environmental degrees, and the careers in sustainability.
Hotel, tourism and event management, and Ireland's hospitality sector.
Try a different word, or clear the filters to see everything.
Each guide follows the same structure, so once you have read one you know exactly where to find what you need in the next.
What each course actually involves, with the jargon stripped out.
The latest Round 1 cut-offs across every college, clearly labelled and verifiable.
CAO, PLC and QQI links, mature entry, internal transfers and study in Europe.
Honest, sourced indicative ranges – not the inflated figures you see elsewhere.
What to do and when, from open days through to CAO offers and acceptance.
The frank pros, the catches and the things prospectuses tend not to mention.
Pick a subject above if you already have one in mind. If you are still exploring, start with one of these.
New guides are added regularly. While you wait, map your strengths with a quick quiz, or talk it through with a guidance counsellor.
CAO points shown in our guides are the latest available Round 1 cut-offs and are indicative only. Always confirm on cao.ie.