DC180 · Level 8

Biological Sciences General Entry

Dublin City University · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

477

Down 11 points since 2023 (488).

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About this course

A common first year in biology. After it you move on to Genetics and Cell Biology, Biotechnology or Bioprocessing.

What you study
In first year you study cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology and genetics, with chemistry, physics, maths and lab work. Teaching is project-based, tackling real problems alone and in groups. Year 2 places depend on your first-year results.
Placement and abroad
A nine-month INTRA work placement in third year, often in the biopharma industry.
Where it can lead
Careers include laboratory scientist, quality control, clinical trials, technical sales, brewing and teaching, or a masters or PhD.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and the lab but want time to choose a specialism.

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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

2023488202448720254662026477

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026477Published after the final round
2025 466466489
2024 487487509
2023 488488522

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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