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History of Art and Architecture

Trinity College Dublin · 4-year course
€27,000 Starting salary
46.3% 5-year ROI
4.0y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, History of Art and Architecture at Trinity College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 46.3%, with graduates earning around €37,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (TR043) was 511 (2025).

History of Art and Architecture graduates from Trinity College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 63%, moderate career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for History of Art and Architecture graduates include Heritage sector, Auction houses, Civil Service, Museums.

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. History of Art and Architecture graduates from Trinity College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 30% less than the national average.

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