Program Overview

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Chemistry with Artificial Intelligence

Course Details

• CAO Code: DC160
• Course Type: Undergraduate
• Placement: Yes
• Delivery Modes: Full-Time
• Minimum Points: N/A
• Duration: 4 Years

Overview

Do you want to have real impact in an area such as drug design, climate change, fighting pollution, or smart materials development? Chemists who can unlock the power of artificial intelligence (AI) are in huge demand globally when it comes to finding new medicines and sustainable materials. It’s fair to say they’re creating a new tomorrow for everyone as AI revolutionises how drugs and materials are discovered, developed and produced.

Applying the power of AI

During the course, you’ll explore AI applications in chemistry using large datasets, powerful computing architectures and advanced learning algorithms. As you develop your understanding of how to apply AI techniques and technologies, you’ll also learn from our deeply involved industry partners, who take an active role throughout the course.

Why DCU

• DCU is ranked 19th globally for Graduate Employment Rate (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022)
• 96% of FSH’s recent graduates are in employment or further education 6 months after graduation
• HSE is the biggest employer of DCU FSH’s graduates, followed by Pfizer, and Beaumont Hospital
• DCU’s student body consists of 128 different nationalities

Careers & Further Options

Careers

Given the scale of the chemical pharmaceutical industry in Ireland and globally, chemistry graduates are always highly sought after. Those who choose to study chemistry with AI will find themselves in particularly high demand, given industry needs and a dearth of chemists with specialist AI know how.

Graduates could opt to work for large multinational companies in the pharmaceutical or materials sectors, but could also choose to join a start-up that needs an AI specialist to help direct its activities or a small-to-medium-size company that needs desk chemists with an AI specialism.

Career Areas

• Analyst
• Consultant
• Drug discovery, design, delivery
• Environmental monitoring
• Formulation chemist
• Marketing and sales
• Process chemist
• Quality Control
• Research and Development
• Synthesis
• Teaching

Career Prospects

• Education
• Energy Industries
• Fine Chemical Industries
• Food and Beverage
• Materials Industries
• Pharmaceuticals
• Plastics
• Veterinary Industries

Entry Requirements

Leaving Cert

In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply

• Minimum of O3 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of O3 or H5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science or Computer Science.

GCE A Level

In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply

• GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B Mathematics and GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE B in one of Physics, Chemistry, Physics with Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science

FET Level 5

Please visit our Admissions webpage for details on course requirements or how to apply to DCU.

Mature Applicants

Mature entry is a competitive process. Applicants must demonstrate:

• a genuine interest in the programme(s) they are applying for
• academic experience and competency in their chosen field of study
• an ability to engage and succeed on the programme

All applicants must complete a statement of interest to be considered for the mature application route.

Advanced Entry

Applicants that have completed at least one year of study at NFQ Level 6, 7 or 8 at another institution may apply to continue their studies on a similar programme at DCU. There should be substantial overlap in content between the two programmes to be considered for a transfer. Results and other supporting documentation must be submitted to CAO by the closing date of 1st July. This is a competitive application process for a small quota of advanced entry places. Offers are made on a rolling basis until all places are filled. Early application is advised. Please note: Applicants should also consider applying through the appropriate route for first year entry to the programme they are interested in. This application process is only for advanced entry.

International Applications

International candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language. For further information on international applications click here.

Course Structure

Year 1

• Practical Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Calculus
• Interdisciplinary Science
• Laboratories

Year 2

• Organic Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Spectroscopic Workshops
• Biomolecules and Metabolism
• Linear Algebra
• Programming
• Kinetics and Thermodynamics
• Probability
• Statistics
• Bio-organic and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Year 3

In Year 3 you will have the opportunity to work in industry as part of our industrial training programme (INTRA). In Years 3 and 4 you will also study the skills and theory you need to apply AI to chemistry. A major element of final year is the capstone research project, in which you get to pursue independent research in an area of applied chemistry.

Fees and Funding

Fees

• Full time: Student Contribution €3,043 per annum, EU Status Fee €6,679 per annum, Non EU Fee €15,500 per annum

How To Apply

Applicants presenting EU school leaving examinations (EU, EFTA & UK)

• Apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1st February or1st May

Applicants presenting examinations from outside the EU

• To apply for this programme: Candidates should apply directly here. Here's a quick step by step guide if you need help with your application.

Mature Applicants

• All mature applicants apply through the CAO by 1st February. For further information and for special application procedures for mature students, please click here

Advanced Entry

• EU Applications are made via the CAO Advanced Entry route which will open on the 5th November to 1st July.

Life On Campus

Life on Campus

At DCU, our students can expect a unique campus experience. We are known for our excellent teaching and learning facilities, our active clubs and societies, and our great social and sporting facilities. All this makes DCU an exciting place to be.

Campus Life

Studying in DCU isn’t just about course work. The university is rich in student life and activities.

• There are more than 140 clubs and societies for students in DCU, with ‘Clubs & Socs’ days taking place on both the Glasnevin and Drumcondra campuses at the start of the academic year. They span everything from rugby to rock climbing, anime to jazz.

Accommodation

• Information about accommodation each of our three campuses can be accessed here.

Student Supports

• We have a number of academic, professional and social supports for students.

FAQs

Faculty FAQs

• Is DCU all one campus? DCU is a multi campus university - the Glasnevin, St Patrick's and All Hallows _campuses. The St Patrick's campus is where the Education courses are taught and some of the subjects from the BA Joint Honours degree. There is a 20-25 minute walk between the campuses but there are buses and bikes available to go between them also.
• If I'm studying on the St Patrick's campus, can I use the library and sports centre on the Glasnevin campus? Yes, all facilities such as sports and accommodation are open for all DCU students to avail of.
• Are there libraries in DCU and if they have wifi and work stations? We have a brand new state of the art four floor library on our St. Patrick's Campus which complements the existing library on the Glasnevin campus. There is free wifi, work stations as well as desktop computers.