Course Title: Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science (General Entry)
Science is the process of understanding the world around us and underpins many of the major industrial sectors and employers in Ireland, for example, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Healthcare, Agri-Food and the Green Economy. A recent review of employment opportunities in Ireland by Forfás identified that Science will be at the core of the Future Skills Needs and economic recovery in Ireland.
- Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental scientific and mathematical principles
- Develop basic theoretical and technical skills in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics
- Possess the capacity to analyze and interpret a range of physical, chemical and biological data
- Students will have developed their communications skills so as to effectively retrieve information, write reports and make presentations
- To begin applying the Scientific Technique in analysing and solving problems
- Have an understanding of Science and the role and responsibilities of a Scientist in society
- The students would be expected to meet minimum requirements for transfer to the second year of one of the participating level 8 programmes. The normal minimum requirement is to pass all modules taken
Leaving Certificate Requirements
Minimum Number of |
|
---|---|
Subjects |
Higher |
6 |
2 H5's |
Minimum Grade in |
|
Maths |
English OR Irish |
O3/H7 |
O6/H7 |
Other Grade Requirements | |
At least H4 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Physics and Chemistry, Biology, Agricultural Science, Engineering, Technology or Applied Mathematics. |
QQI/FET Requirements
QQI/FET Award Required |
Additional Requirements |
---|---|
Level 5: 1 OF THE FOLLOWING AWARDS:
|
DISTINCTION(S) REQUIRED: 5 DISTINCTIONS WHICH MUST INCLUDE 1 OF THE FOLLOWING: C20139 / 5N1833 Mathematics |
Level 6: Full level 6 award in a relevant discipline |
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. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component.
Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course. Timetables are subject to change and up to date timetables will be provided to students on commencement.
View Sample Timetable
- Researcher
- Lab Technician
- Scientist
Semester 1
- Cellular Dynamics - Biochemical Processes [Mandatory]
- Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Introductory Mathematics [Mandatory]
- Introductory Microbiology [Mandatory]
- Physics II - Geometrical Optics, Properties if Waves, Sound & Physical Optics [Mandatory]
- Physics III – Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism [Mandatory]
- Professional Development Skills [Mandatory]
Semester 2
- Professional Development Skills [Mandatory]
- Cellular Dynamics - Molecular Genetics [Mandatory]
- Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Mathematics for the Physical Sciences I [Mandatory]
- Physics I: Mechanics, Properties of matter and Modern Physics [Mandatory]
- Physics II - Geometrical Optics, Properties if Waves, Sound & Physical Optics [Mandatory]
Irish/EU Applicants
Applications from all Irish/EU citizens are made through the Central Applications Office (CAO).
Note: Applicants presenting with the Irish Leaving Certificate or a QQI FET award, regardless of nationality, should apply through the CAO.
The standard closing date to apply is February 1st. Late applications will close on May 1st. For restricted courses, the closing date is February 1st. Please see important dates on the CAO website. For a detailed guide on how to apply, please visit our CAO Hub.
International Students (Non-EU)
Applications from international students are welcome for this programme. If you meet any of the following criteria, applications should be made directly to TU Dublin via the “Apply Now – Non-EU” link on each programme webpage.
- You hold Non-EU Nationality, and you live in a Non-EU country.
- You hold EU Nationality, but you have not lived in an EU country for 3 of the last 5 years AND you have not attended 5 years primary/secondary education in an EU country.
- You require a Student Visa to study in Ireland
Note: Applicants presenting with the Irish Leaving Certificate or a QQI FET award, regardless of nationality, should apply through the CAO.
For full details on How to Apply, Visa & Immigration Information, Accommodation Information and International Fees, please visit our International Hub.
Application Dates for Non-EU Applicants
Applications for undergraduate courses commencing September 2025 are now closed.
Applications for undergraduate courses commencing in September 2026 will open in November 2025. Applications will close in June 2026.
- TU851 BSc (Hons) Analytical Chemistry (Environmental, Forensic & Pharmaceutical)
- TU866 BSc (Hons) Biomedical and Molecular Diagnostics (5 places)
- TU878 BSc (Hons) Physics with Energy and Environment
- TU877 BSc (Hons) Physics Technology
- TU855 BSc (Hons) Science with Nanotechnology
- TU879 BSc (Hons) Physics with Medical Physics & Bioengineering
- TU852 BSc (Hons) Chemical Sciences with Medicinal Chemistry
- TU882 BSc (Hons) Nutraceuticals in Health and Nutrition
- TU881 BSc (Hons) Food Science
- TU875 BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Healthcare
- TU889 BSc (Hons) Biotechnology (16 Places)
- TU876 BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Tallaght Campus)
- TU864 BSc (Hons) in DNA and Forensic Analysis (Tallaght Campus)
- TU869 BSc (Hons) in Environmental Health