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Arts (Mathematics and Education)

University of Galway · 4-year course
€36,000 Starting salary
110.4% 5-year ROI
3.0y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Arts (Mathematics and Education) at University of Galway has a 5-year ROI of 110.4%, with graduates earning around €56,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (GY109) was 423 (2025).

Arts (Mathematics and Education) graduates from University of Galway report a graduate employment rate of around 91%, excellent career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Arts (Mathematics and Education) graduates include Central Bank, Aon, Mercer.

Slower to recover investment, but still provides positive returns over time.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Arts (Mathematics and Education) graduates from University of Galway start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 6% more than the national average.

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