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Further Education & Training (FET)

FET Level 5/6 Major Awards are accepted for entry into degree courses in all three Faculties in Trinity.

Some courses have specific module requirements. Applicants are advised to check the FET Progression Pathways booklet to ensure they meet the component module requirements.

Most degree courses in Trinity accept FET results from one sitting only.

For more information about FET routes to Trinity and for contact information click here.

How Do I Apply?

Applications are made through the CAO, using your PPS Number. The deadline for applications to the CAO is 1st February each year. There is no entrance exam for Trinity, but many courses have specific module requirements.

See a complete list of FET Level 5/6 Major Awards and module requirements for courses in Trinity here.

Minimum Entry Requirements

All applicants must have at least 5 academic distinctions, plus all required modules for a course, to be eligible. Work Experience and Work Practice modules may not be used to meet the minimum number of distinctions but may be counted towards the total QQI points.

QQI Scoring

Places are limited and offers will be allocated on applicant’s score only. All specified requirements must be met to a minimum of 120 credits. The scores for each of the best 8 modules are added to give a points tally. Only the best 8 modules will be counted, and the maximum score is 390. Where applications exceed places on a course, offers will be made through random selection.