AU857 · Level 7 · 3 years

Pharmaceutical Science with Drug Development

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

260

Up 19 points since 2024 (241).

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About this course

A science degree about how medicines are discovered, developed and made. Ireland has a large pharmaceutical industry.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers biology, chemistry, physics, maths and an introduction to pharmaceutical science and drug discovery. Later you study organic and physical chemistry, biochemistry and environment, health and safety. There is a strong lab element, and a final year project.
Placement and abroad
There is an optional placement between Years 3 and 4, lasting four months or a full year, and some students go abroad.
Where it can lead
There is demand for graduates in the pharmaceutical and medtech industries.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy chemistry and biology and like lab work.

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About Chemical Sciences

Study of chemical principles, organic, and analytical chemistry

These degrees provide a comprehensive understanding of chemical principles and processes, covering areas such as organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and biochemistry. E.g. Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026260Published after the final round
2025 263263473
2024 241241433
2023 –7772–

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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