DN200 · Level 8

Science (options)

University College Dublin (NUI) · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

540

Down 15 points since 2023 (555).

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About this course

UCD Science is a common entry course where you choose a stream and specialise in a single degree subject, such as Genetics, Chemistry or Theoretical Physics. It is not a general science degree.

What you study
Streams include biological and biomedical sciences, earth and environmental sciences, chemistry, mathematics, physics, and science with education. In first year you can take subjects from more than one stream, then usually focus on one stream in second year. You pick your final degree subject at the end of second year, with places in popular subjects awarded competitively.
Placement and abroad
Students can apply competitively for summer internships or longer industry placements in some subjects.
Where it can lead
It can lead to research, industry, education and entrepreneurship.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy science and want time to explore before choosing a specialism, or who already know their area.

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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

2023555202454420255442026540

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026540Published after the final round
2025 544543566
2024 544544578
2023 555555589

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 H6 or Ordinary O2
  • Lab Science Subject: Higher H6 or Ordinary O2

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 Dublin (NUI) website ↗

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