Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Data Analytics at University of Galway has a 5-year ROI of 1212.5%, with graduates earning around €49,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (GY301) was 440 (2025).
Data Analytics graduates from University of Galway report a graduate employment rate of around 87%, very good career progression, very high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Data Visualization Specialist
- BI Developer
Common employers for Data Analytics graduates include Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Fidelity, SAP, Cisco.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Data Analytics graduates from University of Galway start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 7% less than the national average.
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