AU569 · Level 7 · 3 years

Applied Biology and Biopharmaceutical Science

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

290

Down 17 points since 2023 (307).

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About this course

This Level 7 science course prepares you for work in pharmaceutical, biomedical and healthcare industries. You learn how science is used to make medicines and test for disease.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study biology, chemistry, physics and maths in Year 1. Later you move to biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, analytical techniques, statistics and quality management. Biotechnology and genetic engineering are introduced too. There is a strong practical and lab focus.
Placement and abroad
Work placement is part of the course.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in pharmaceuticals, biomedical and healthcare, environmental protection, food safety, regulatory agencies and research.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy lab work and want a career in the pharma or medical science industry.

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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

2023307202428220252952026290

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026290Published after the final round
2025 295295456
2024 282289477
2023 307307487

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 or Foundation F2
  • 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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