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Commerce (Global Experience)

University of Galway · 4-year course
€30,000 Starting salary
69.2% 5-year ROI
3.6y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Commerce (Global Experience) at University of Galway has a 5-year ROI of 69.2%, with graduates earning around €44,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (GY209) was 543 (2025).

Commerce (Global Experience) graduates from University of Galway report a graduate employment rate of around 82%, good career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Commerce (Global Experience) graduates include Multinationals, Local enterprises.

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. Commerce (Global Experience) graduates from University of Galway start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 16% less than the national average.

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