TR061 · Level 8 · 4 years

Chemical Sciences

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

534

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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Please note: For 2028 entry (current 5th years): you need H4 in Maths, plus H4 in Biology, Physics, Chemistry or Physics with Chemistry.

About this course

Trinity's entry route into chemistry, leading to degrees in Chemistry, Chemistry with Biosciences, Chemistry with Molecular Modelling, Medicinal Chemistry or Nanoscience.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers chemistry and maths, plus either biology and foundation physics or full physics. You learn physical, organic and inorganic chemistry and specialise in third year. Final year includes a capstone research project, which can be in Trinity, another university or with an industry partner.
Where it can lead
Chemistry opens doors in research, medicine, education, industry, finance and consultancy.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy chemistry and maths and like lab work and research.

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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
2026534Published after the final round
2025 543542566
2024 532531554
2023 535532554

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
  • Mathematics: Higher H6 or Ordinary O4
  • A language except English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Trinity Science: Higher H4
  • Trinity Science: Higher H4

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

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