The following table outlines the results for the ranking and the invitational events.

The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) accepted applications for professional status by Cliff Wilson, Joe Johnson, Tony Meo and Mike Hallett before the start of the season; [1] and from Sid Hood,[2] Eddie Sinclair,[3] and Mark Wildman later in 1979r.

[3] Kingsley Kennerley moved from honorary member status back to playing status.

[3] Jim Wych, John Bear, Mario Morra, Paul Thornley, Bernie Mikkelsen and Kevin Robitaille were recognised as professionals as members of the new Canadian Professional Snooker Association.

[4] The top 16 of the world rankings.