DNA and Forensic AnalysisDNA agus Anailís Fhóiréinseach

Leaving Certificate Requirements

QQI/FET Requirements

In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/qqi

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. 

Course Description

Are you fascinated by court procedures and forensic science? The application of scientific knowledge and techniques in support of the legal process? There’s been a huge increase in the application of DNA technologies in forensics, in many industries and in the state laboratories. In this course, you’ll acquire the knowledge and skills you need to work as an analyst in biotechnology, healthcare, chemical, pharmaceutical and forensic laboratories.

Forensic science is the application of scientific knowledge and techniques in support of the legal process. The application of DNA technologies in forensics, and a wide range of industries and the state laboratories, has increased hugely.

This course will provide you with a broad knowledge and understanding of the core biological and chemical sciences. You’ll develop practical and problem-solving skills in the laboratory in pharmaceutical, biological and chemical & forensic analysis, as well as both theoretical understanding and practical skills in DNA fingerprinting technology. You’ll acquire the multi-disciplinary knowledge, skills and competencies to be able to work effectively as an analyst in biotechnology, healthcare, chemical, pharmaceutical and forensic laboratories.

Professional Accreditation

This course is recognised by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

Graduate Job Titles:

• Forensic Analyst
• Analyst
• Quality Controller
• Quality Assurance
• Process Development
• Regulatory Compliance Officer

Please note, there is no advanced entry to this course.

I loved the on-campus crime scene aspect to the course. Really enjoyed the mock trial in the court room you experience. This showed us all aspects of what you could encounter in Forensic Analysis.

Students may progress on to TU864 DNA and Forensic Analysis.