Candidates are expected to have an upper second class honours grade or international equivalent in a Biology or Chemistry primary degree. This includes a degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physiology, Medicinal Chemistry or an equivalent qualification.
Graduates with equivalent qualifications in related areas of science and technology or with proven relevant industrial experience will be considered for places.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information
http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/
These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
Students will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the principles and applications of biotechnology Students will be able to comprehend the challenges of scaling bioprocesses and apply their knowledge to overcome these Students will be able to analyse, evaluate and communicate biotechnology research Students will be able to work safely and effectively in a biotechnology laboratory, both independently and as part of a team Students will be able to develop solutions to a range of challenges in the breadth of sectors to which biotechnology is relevant (health, agriculture, fine chemicals, waste etc.) Students will be able to engage with potential employers in a professional manner This graduate degree in Biotechnology has been developed in consultation with employers and therefore is recognised and valued by them. A key feature is the opportunity to carry out a project in industry which will allow graduates to develop connections with prospective employers, thereby enhancing chances of employment on graduation. You will also have the opportunity to become part of a network of alumni in the field of Biotechnology. Graduates will be well prepared to pursue careers with companies such as Abbott, Allergan, Amgen, Baxter Healthcare, Beckman Coulter, Biotrin International Ltd., Boston Scientific, Elan Corporation, Eli Lilly and Co., Celltech, GSK, Icon Clinical Research, Johnson & Johnson Ltd., Kerry Group Plc., MSD, Quintiles, Sandoz, Serology Ltd. In the Summer Trimester you will either complete an internship* in a relevant biotechnology company or conduct a research project in the UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science. The following internships are examples of past placements and are a guide only: AstraZeneca, Pfizer, MSD, Alltech, ICON plc, and Alexion. *Placements are secured through a competitive process and are not guaranteed. Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information. Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
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