Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Data Science at Maynooth University has a 5-year ROI of 92.1%, with graduates earning around €49,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (MH207) was 425 (2025).
Data Science graduates from Maynooth University report a graduate employment rate of around 88%, very good career progression, very high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Data Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Analytics Engineer
Common employers for Data Science graduates include Intel, State Street, IBM, Accenture, PwC.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Data Science graduates from Maynooth University start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 7% less than the national average.
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