GY303 · Level 8 · 4 years

Biomedical Science

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

544

Down 33 points since 2023 (577).

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About this course

A science degree about how the human body works in health and disease. It leads into research and lab-based careers.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers biology, chemistry, physics and an introduction to biomedical research. From second year you pick pathways from anatomy, biochemistry, pharmacology and physiology. Third year adds biostatistics, research methods and a mini research project, and final year has a major independent research project.
Where it can lead
Graduates are prepared for careers as researchers in universities or industry, in Ireland or abroad.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and chemistry, like lab work and are curious about how the body works.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

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
2026544Published after the final round
2025 566566579
2024 577577592
2023 577567590

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

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

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