Biological and Chemical Sciences (Common Entry) Careers
As a common entry course, Chemical and Biological Sciences allows you to sample various subjects before deciding what you want to complete your degree in.
Key information
CAO points 2026
474
NFQ Level
NFQ Level 8
Duration
Four years
Attendance
Full-time
Course code
LM123
The career opportunities will depend primarily on the BSc course chosen by you, typical careers are:
BSc Industrial Biochemistry
- Biochemist
- Teacher
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Scientific Researcher
- Patent Agent
BSc Environmental Science
- Environmental Officer
- Environmental Laboratory Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Auditor
- Water Conservation Officer
- Water Quality Scientist
BSc Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry
- Chemist
- Industrial Chemist
- Environmental Chemist
- Chemical Process Engineering
- Quality Assurance Manager.
BSc Bioscience
Graduates of the programme will be well positioned to gain employment in Ireland’s rapidly growing high tech Life Science industry.
BSc in Biomedical Science
Graduates of this programme will be well positioned for careers across Biomedical Science and BioPharma, including areas such as disease diagnosis, disease intervention and treatment monitoring.
