AU671 · Level 8 · 4 years

Medical Science

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

499

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About this course

This ATU Galway degree trains you as a medical scientist, working in the labs that test samples to diagnose disease and monitor treatment. It is approved by CORU.

How long
4 years
What you study
You build a foundation in biological and clinical sciences, with first-year modules including microbiology, cell biology and genetics, and professional practice in medical science. There is a strong focus on practical lab skills used in hospital laboratories.
Placement and abroad
In third year you complete 1,000 hours of supervised placement in hospital labs, with an allowance paid by the HSE.
Where it can lead
The course prepares you to work as a medical scientist in healthcare laboratories.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and chemistry and like careful, practical lab work.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Health

Health-related courses like Nursing, Medicine, and Physiotherapy

The study of Health Science courses involves exploring the principles and practices that contribute to the maintenance, improvement, and understanding of human health. Students learn about the human body, public health, and the prevention and treatment of diseases. E.g. Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Medicine.

Points history

2023506202449020254852026499

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026499Published after the final round
2025 485485510
2024 490490521
2023 506506544

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 O5

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

See the course on the Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo website ↗

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