AU859 · Level 7 · 3 years

Forensic Investigation and Analysis

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

261

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About this course

A Level 7 science degree that uses biology and chemistry to look at crime scene evidence, DNA, drugs and toxins. It has a strong practical focus.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers biology, chemistry, physics, maths, IT, criminal justice and intro forensic science. Year 2 adds crime scene investigation, genetics, molecular biology, statistics and quality assurance. Year 3 goes deeper into human genetics, separation science and immunodiagnostics. Activities include simulated crime scenes, DNA profiling work and expert witness training.
Placement and abroad
There is flexible, student-centred work experience.
Where it can lead
It can lead to work in crime investigation, drug and toxin testing, DNA profiling and data analysis, plus postgraduate research. Level 7 graduates can add one year (AU970) for an honours degree.
Who it suits
Suits students who like lab science and problem solving and are interested in crime investigation.

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Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026261Published after the final round
2025 244244373
2024 260260394
2023 260260393

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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