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Bachelor of Science (Education) in Mathematics and Computer Science Entry requirements

Become a Maths and Computer Science teacher through UL’s leading School of Education, training Ireland’s next generation of educators.


† Successful students required to undergo Garda Vetting.

Key information

CAO points 2026 433 †
NFQ Level NFQ Level 8
Duration Four years
Attendance Full-time
Course code LM097

Minimum grades    

Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include:

Two H5 (Higher level) grades and four O6 (Ordinary level) grades or four H7 (Higher level) grades.
Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
Applicants must hold a H4 grade in mathematics.


Additional considerations    

Students admitted to the programme are required to undergo a Garda Vetting process.

We welcome applications from mature students. Mature applicants must apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1st February.

Application information for mature student applicants

Note: the University’s Special Mathematics Examination is applicable to this programme.

QQI Entry

Certain QQI Awards are acceptable in fulfilling admission requirements for this programme. Visit the UL Undergraduate Admissions QQI site for a full list of modules.

Non-EU entry requirements

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