SE515 · Level 7 · 3 years

Biosciences

South East Technological University - Carlow · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

244

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About this course

A Level 7 degree in Carlow on living organisms and the biology behind the biopharmaceutical industry, where cells such as bacteria and yeast are used to make medicines. More than half your time is spent in the lab.

How long
3 years
What you study
The early years build a base in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology and molecular biology. Year 3 covers genetics, immunology, diagnostics, bioforensics and manufacturing of biological products. You finish with a practical project linked to industry.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work as lab technicians or quality control and quality assurance staff in biopharma, biotech and healthcare, or progress to Year 4 of the BSc (Hons) in Biosciences with Biopharmaceuticals.
Who it suits
Suits students who like biology and hands-on lab experiments.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026244Published after the final round
2025 233233431
2024 246246421
2023 244244398

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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