AU270 · Level 7 · 3 years

Science - Common Entry

Atlantic Technological University - Donegal · Ulster

2026 Round 1 points

220

Up 40 points since 2023 (180).

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 common entry science degree. Year 1 gives a base in the main sciences, and from year 2 you choose Bioanalytical Science, Food Science and Nutrition, or Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Science.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers biology, chemistry, physics, maths skills, laboratory skills and safety, animal and plant biology, communication and IT, and science and society.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in areas such as biopharmaceuticals, the environmental sector and education, for example as a biology teacher, quality manager or biopharmaceutical scientist; you can apply to year 4 of the Level 8 degree in your chosen stream.
Who it suits
Suits students who like science, including lab work, and want time to decide which area to specialise in.

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About Biological and related sciences

Exploring biotechnology, genetics, and life sciences

Explore the science of living organisms and life processes. These degrees examine the structure, function, growth, evolution, and interaction of living organisms, including humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms. E.g. Biotechnology, Genetics, Biochemistry.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026220Published after the final round
2025 208188398
2024 225265412
2023 180180398

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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