US860 · Level 8 · 4 years

Biotechnology with Biopharmaceutical Science

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

465

Up 65 points since 2023 (400).

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About this course

A four-year honours science degree in Limerick focused on biotechnology and the medicines industry. Class sizes are small and the course is built for people who like biology.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers biology, chemistry, physics, maths and lab practice. You then study cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology and molecular biology. Final year includes bioprocessing, mammalian cell culture, bioanalysis, quality management, data analytics and a research project.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you do a work placement of six to eight months with an approved industry partner.
Where it can lead
Careers include biopharma manufacturing, process science, quality control and research and development, or a Masters or PhD.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy biology and practical lab work and are interested in making medicines.

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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

2023400202437820254082026465

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026465Published after the final round
2025 408408444
2024 378378455
2023 400400444

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

  • Russian: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Mandarin Chinese: 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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