TU864 · Level 8 · 4 years

DNA and Forensic Analysis

Technological University Dublin - Tallaght · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

425

Down 15 points since 2023 (440).

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About this course

This science degree uses biology and chemistry to analyse evidence, with a focus on DNA fingerprinting. It is recognised by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers biology, chemistry, maths and an introduction to forensic science, with lab skills each year. Later subjects include genetics, microbiology, organic chemistry, forensic toxicology, drug analysis, DNA analysis, trace evidence, and law and ethics for forensics. You finish with a forensic science project.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as forensic analysts, quality controllers, process developers and regulatory compliance officers, in forensics, biotech, biopharma and healthcare.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and chemistry lab work and are interested in forensic science.

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Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026425Published after the final round
2025 412412454
2024 430430464
2023 440440477

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.

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