TU755 · Level 7 · 3 years (common first year, then 2 years on your chosen course)

Science (General Entry)

Technological University Dublin - Grangegorman · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

401

Up 101 points since 2023 (300).

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About this course

This TU Dublin Level 7 common entry course lets you try biology, chemistry and physics in first year before choosing which science to continue with.

How long
3 years (common first year, then 2 years on your chosen course)
What you study
First year covers biology, the human body and disease, chemistry with lab skills, physics, maths and professional skills. After first year you transfer into second year of Biosciences (TU751), Industrial and Environmental Physics (TU754) or Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Science (TU762).
Where it can lead
Graduates work as lab, biomedical or biopharmaceutical technicians, or in research.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy practical science and want time to decide which area suits them.

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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

2023300202428020253302026401

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026401Published after the final round
2025 330330490
2024 280280479
2023 300300488

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
  • Maths or Applied Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O4

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

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