Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Marine Science at University of Galway has a 5-year ROI of 60.1%, with graduates earning around €41,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (GY310) was 440 (2025).
Marine Science graduates from University of Galway report a graduate employment rate of around 72%, good career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- Marine Scientist
Common employers for Marine Science graduates include Marine Institute.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Marine Science graduates from University of Galway start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 22% less than the national average.
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