Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, BSc (Geography and Geosystems) at University of Galway has a 5-year ROI of 57.8%, with graduates earning around €40,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (GY134) was 350 (2025).
BSc (Geography and Geosystems) graduates from University of Galway report a graduate employment rate of around 78%, good career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- GIS Analyst
Common employers for BSc (Geography and Geosystems) graduates include Local Authorities, Environmental consultancies.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. BSc (Geography and Geosystems) graduates from University of Galway start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 24% less than the national average.
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