SE504 · Level 8 · 4 years

Pharmaceutical Science

South East Technological University - Waterford · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

300

Up 27 points since 2023 (273).

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About this course

A four-year honours degree in Waterford that prepares you for the pharmaceutical industry. It has a long industry placement.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study chemistry, biology, maths and physics in Year 1, then organic and physical chemistry, spectroscopy and processing. Later years focus on quality, biotechnology, synthesis and advanced techniques. There is a research project in Year 4.
Placement and abroad
You spend nine months on work placement in Year 3.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in lab analysis, research, quality control, regulatory affairs, technical sales and writing, or go into teaching after a further qualification.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy chemistry and lab work and want an industry career.

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About Chemical Sciences

Study of chemical principles, organic, and analytical chemistry

These degrees provide a comprehensive understanding of chemical principles and processes, covering areas such as organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and biochemistry. E.g. Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026300Published after the final round
2025 289290378
2024 283283355
2023 273273358

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

  • Applied Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Engineering: 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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