SE512 · Level 7 · 3 years

Science

South East Technological University - Waterford · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

291

Up 26 points since 2023 (265).

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About this course

A common-entry Level 7 science degree in Waterford for students who like science but have not picked a subject yet. First year gives you a taste of several sciences before you choose.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 covers introductory biology, chemistry, physics, maths and computing for scientists. You also pick two electives, such as plant biology, food science or biotechnology. Tutorials are weekly, in small groups, with online exercises.
Where it can lead
After Year 1 you move into Food Science with Business, Pharmaceutical Science, or Molecular Biology with Biopharmaceutical Science, and can later transfer into the matching Level 8 degree in Year 4.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy science, want to try a few areas first, and like learning in small groups.

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

2023265202427620252852026291

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026291Published after the final round
2025 285288466
2024 276276464
2023 265265436

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 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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