CK406 · Level 8 · 4 years

Chemical Sciences

University College Cork (NUI) · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

510

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About this course

This is a common first year that leads into three chemistry-based degrees: Chemistry, Chemistry with Forensic Science and Chemical Physics. You choose your path later.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers modern chemistry, maths and physics, plus some biology, geology or programming options depending on your path. If you did not take higher level maths or physics for the Leaving Cert, the first option is advised. Forensic Science needs specific biology modules in first year.
Placement and abroad
There is no work placement in the text, but you can apply to study abroad in third year through Erasmus, including a semester in Zurich.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in materials, environmental areas, pharmaceuticals, patents, sales and management.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy chemistry, physics or maths and like lab work and experiments.

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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
2026510Published after the final round
2025 510498520
2024 521500531
2023 519519555

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: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Lab Science Subject: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • LS/M/AP/CS: Higher H4

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 University College Cork (NUI) website ↗

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