TU760 · Level 7 · 3 years

Bioanalysis

Technological University Dublin - Tallaght · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

336

Up 29 points since 2023 (307).

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 science degree in analysing biological samples in the lab. It was developed with input from employers.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study biology, chemistry, physics, maths and statistics with lab skills modules each semester. Later modules include analytical techniques, medical and food microbiology, applied biotechnology, DNA analysis, pharmacology and quality systems.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as quality control or assurance analysts, technicians, research assistants and production supervisors in biotechnology, food, pharmaceutical and healthcare labs, and can continue to the honours degree in Bioanalytical Science.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy lab work and want a science career testing and analysing samples.

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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

2023307202430020253002026336

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026336Published after the final round
2025 300300441
2024 300300388
2023 307307398

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 or Foundation F2

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

See the course on the Technological University Dublin - Tallaght website ↗

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