DC168 · Level 8 · 4 years

Genetics and Cell Biology

Dublin City University · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

509

Down 23 points since 2023 (532).

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About this course

A science degree that studies genetics from first year. It covers how genes work and how that knowledge is used to diagnose and treat disease.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study cell biology, biochemistry, genetics and microbiology, plus bioinformatics and computational biology. Lab work builds practical skills. In final year you choose between a research stream with a project, or a biopharma stream with industry-focused modules.
Placement and abroad
An INTRA work placement in third year.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in medical therapeutics, diagnostics, the biopharmaceutical industry, healthcare device production and veterinary diagnostics.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and lab work and are curious about genetics and medicine.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026509Published after the final round
2025 518518531
2024 532532543
2023 532532544

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 H6 or Ordinary O3
  • Lab Science subject or CS: Higher H5 or Ordinary O3

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

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