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BSc (Geography and Geosystems)

University of Galway · 4-year course
€29,000 Starting salary
57.8% 5-year ROI
3.8y Payback period

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

Common employers for BSc (Geography and Geosystems) graduates include Local Authorities, Environmental consultancies.

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. 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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