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- Qualification
- Bachelor Of Science Degree
- CAO Points
- 444
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MH202
- Award Type and NFQ level
- Undergraduate Degree (8)
- Study Mode
- Full time
- Closing Date
- 01 July 2025
Overview
Degree Overview
>Biotechnology is the use of biological molecules, cells and organisms for applications in various fields such as medicine, agriculture and industry.
>While biotechnology is fundamentally the use of biology to solve problems and make useful products, it is a multidisciplinary field that combines biology, chemistry, genetics and other sciences. Students in this field study core disciplines such as genetics, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, biochemistry, and cell biology as well as applied areas including genetic engineering, molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing of food and drugs.
>Students reinforce theoretical studies with practical laboratory sessions, visits to industrial companies, and ideally a placement in a biotech company (subject to availability).
>There is a transfer pathway from 1st year MH201 Science to 2nd year MH202 Biotechnology for students who have taken Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and another subject. Students must attain 60% at the end of first year. Places are limited and are based on 1st year results. More details about potential MH201 transfer opportunities.
Course structure
Duration: 4 years
Duration: 4 years
1st year
- Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and 1 other Science subject (Experimental Physics or Mathematical Physics)
2nd year
- Concentrate on Biotechnology, Chemistry, and 1 of the other 2 subjects you studied in 1st year
- Optional 10 credit Elective or Critical Skills
3rd year
- Focus mainly on Biotechnology and Chemistry
4th year
- Concentrate on Biotechnology
- Industry work placement (subject to availability)
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
After Undergraduation
After Graduation
>Graduates typically work in the biopharmaceutical sector, manufacturing new drugs at the cutting edge of medical research, (for example, antibodies used to treat cancers or immune disorders, or vaccines to prevent cervical cancer or hepatitis B), developing new diagnostic systems for human or animal health or improving food production.
>The Biology Department also offers a range of postgraduate courses.
Visit the Department website for more information about postgraduate options.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate applicants are required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 and 4O6/H7 and O6/H7 in Irish, English, Science subject (i.e. Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, or Physics with Chemistry) and O4/H7 Mathematics
This table displays the requirements for Leaving Certificate applicants.
|
Subject |
Required |
Ordinary Level Grade |
Higher Level Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
Irish |
Yes |
O6 |
H7 |
English |
Yes |
O6 |
H7 |
Language |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Mathematics |
Yes |
O4 |
H7 |
Science |
Yes |
O6 |
H7 |
* This course requires 2 additional subjects.
How to apply
APPLY TO THE CAO
WWW.CAO.IE
The application process depends on the type of applicant you are. Click here for all information about how to apply.
Categories of applicant:
- School-leavers (Leaving Certificate students)
- Mature students (23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University/part-time degrees the mature age is 21)
- EU/EFTA/UK students
- International students (outside the EU)
- QQI (Further Education) students
- Transferring students
- Deferring students