GY321 · Level 8 · 4 years

Genetics and Genomics

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

463

Down 58 points since 2023 (521).

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About this course

A science degree about genes and DNA, combining biology, maths and data science. Classes are small, around 25 students.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers biology, chemistry, maths and computer science with an introduction to genetics. Later years cover molecular biology, human genetics, bioinformatics and analysing genomic data. In final year you do an independent research project and a literature review, and learn about using AI in genomics.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in genomics and life science companies, biotech and pharma, forensics, clinical diagnostics, public health, agriculture and IT.
Who it suits
Suits students who like biology, enjoy lab work and are happy working with data and computers.

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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

2023521202447820254742026463

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026463Published after the final round
2025 474474510
2024 478478524
2023 521521545

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 H5 or Ordinary O1
  • Lab Science or CS: 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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