DC181 · Level 8 · 4 years

Biotechnology

Dublin City University · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

510

Down 12 points since 2023 (522).

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About this course

A science degree about using living cells and biological systems to make products such as medicines.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study genetics, cell biology, immunology, microbiology, bioinformatics and bioprocess engineering, with plenty of lab work. In final year you choose a research stream or a biopharma stream.
Placement and abroad
A nine-month INTRA work placement in industry in third year.
Where it can lead
Careers include biopharmaceuticals, brewing, medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, food processing, quality control, and research and development.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and chemistry and like the idea of making medicines.

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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

2023522202452020254982026510

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026510Published after the final round
2025 498498510
2024 520520532
2023 522522533

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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