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By choosing this general entry course, you can discover more about molecules, cells and life, develop your scientific skills and discover different specialist study and career paths.

During the General Entry course, you’ll study biochemistry, bioprocessing, biotechnology, genetics, cell biology and microbiology, while also completing some modules in chemistry, physics and mathematics. Once you successfully pass this first year, you’ll go on to one of three programmes: the BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology, the BSc in Biotechnology or the BSc in Bioprocessing.

Overall, our biological sciences modules are designed to help address challenges relevant to the biotechnology, biopharma and related industries. They incorporate innovative ways of teaching, and you’ll learn by tackling real-world challenges, both on your own and in groups.

Regardless of which programme you go onto, you’ll do a nine-month INTRA work placement in your third year. This is typically in Ireland's thriving biopharma industry, with employers such as Pfizer, Amgen, Biogen and MSD. Biological science grads find they are sought after as process scientists, validation engineers and quality control scientists, especially in the production of biological products, such as therapeutic drugs.

Course Structure

Year 1

• Chemistry, Biology and Physics Laboratories
• Chemistry
• Professional Skills for Scientists and Engineers
• Physics
• Cell Biology and Biochemistry
• Microbiology and Genetics
• Calculus and its Applications
• Introduction to Biotechnology and Bioprocessing

Year 2,3 and 4

Years 2,3 and 4 will be the modules of your chosen degree choice - Upon successful completion of Year 1 of the degree, choices are:

• BSc in Bioprocessing
• BSc in Biotechnology
• BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology

Careers

Our graduates go on to a wide variety of rewarding careers, in areas outlined below

Career Areas

• Postgraduate Research (PhD) and Postdoctoral Research in the Biological Sciences
• Laboratory work in the Bioprocessing and Biopharma Industries
• Quality Management and Regulation in Biopharma Industries
• Bioprocess Engineering: bioprocess plant design and commissioning
• Technical Sales and Support
• Teaching
• Technical Roles in Food and and Beverage Production
• Brewing