If you get a qualification from the Department of Education or FETAC or HETAC or some University you get it at a certain level in the ten-level framework. The Junior Cert is at level 3, LC and many PLC are at level 5, if you get a higher cert in college level 6, an ordinary degree is level 7 and an honours degree is level 8, masters level 9 and level 10 is Doctorate. More information http://www.nqai.ie
Is LCVP reconised for points for college and Universities?
Yes. The points are allocated as follows; Distinction 70 points , Merit 50 points, Pass 30 points.
Can certain subjects gain greater points?
All subjects carry the same amount of points. For example; an A in Art is as good as an A in Chemistry or Physics
Do I need a third language for NCAD?
Art or a modern continental language is now required for entry to all courses in NCAD
Do I need science for Dentistry and Medicine?
Do I need chemistry for Veterinary Science?
UCD looks for Higher Level C
Do I need a third language for nursing?
No. A modern continental language is no longer required for nursing degrees in the NUI Colleges. For more information see www.nursingcareers.ie
Where do I go for information on college and NUI requirments?
How can I do a quick career interest test?
How long does it take to get a degree?
It can take three years or more to get a degree. Level 7 is a pass degree and level 8 is honours degree.
Francis O' Toole Author - Careers Ireland 
