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Bachelor of Science in Bioscience Careers

The Bioscience degree merges studies of cell biology, molecular biology, and immunology with a focus on molecular medicine.

Key information

NFQ Level NFQ Level 8
Duration Four years
Attendance Full-time
Course code LM123

Career prospects

Bioscience is extremely important to Ireland’s economy and its future growth. Graduates of the programme will be well positioned to gain employment in Ireland’s rapidly growing high tech Life Science industry or pursue further study in fields such as molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology or immunology. 

Follow-on study

The degree would provide an excellent foundation for students considering application to graduate entry medical school or to a post- graduate career in Bioscience/Life Sciences area.

Student profiles

 

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Daniela Mazur

Daniela Mazur

Daniela’s University of Limerick journey began with the common entry Biological and Chemical Sciences course (LM123) in 2018. She then selected the Bioscience exit route. During her third year in UL, she carried out her co-operative placement with a diagnostics company in Waterford, as an assistant laboratory technician. In her fourth year, she completed a Final Year Project in the area of neuroscience with a focus on Parkinson’s Disease. Daniela was awarded a first place gold medal for this project.

In August 2022, Daniela graduated with a first class honours Bachelor of Science degree in Bioscience. Daniela is currently in the second semester of her Biomolecular Science masters at the University of Limerick. She is hoping to pursue a career in industry following the completion of her masters.

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