Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry is a four-year undergraduate degree program that qualifies students for employment in various professional careers in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biomedical, and chemical sectors.

Why Study Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry at UL?

The program combines theory and practical work to ensure graduates are well-prepared for challenges in their chosen field. Fundamental and applied aspects of organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry are covered, as well as key elements of computational chemistry and chemical engineering.

Course Structure

The program is of four years duration, with a broad common first year where students learn about various topics, including chemistry, computing, mathematics, introductory physics, and introductory biochemistry. The second year builds upon these fundamentals, introducing modules in process technology and photochemistry.

Year 1

• Semester 1:
  • CH4701: General Chemistry 1
  • BY4102: Biology for Biosciences
  • MA4601: Science Mathematics 1
  • PH4142: Introduction to Physics
  • CH4021: Laboratory Calculations
  • ER4011: Introduction to Environmental & Biosciences
  • CH4051: Introduction to Applied Chemistry and Biochemistry
  • CS4131: Introduction to Scientific Computations
• Semester 2:
  • CH4102: Organic Chemistry 1
  • MA4602: Science Mathematics 2
  • CH4031: General Chemistry 2 (Inorganic)
  • CH4041: General Chemistry 2 (Physical)

Year 2

• Semester 3:
  • MA4603: Maths 3
  • CH4003: Physical Chemistry 2 (Adv Kinetics and Photochemistry)
  • CH4303: Analytical Chemistry 1
  • CH4103: Organic Chemistry 2 (Mechanism & Reaction)
  • CH4203: Inorganic Chemistry 2 (Periodicity and Transition Elements)
  • CH4404: Process Technology 1 (Process Modelling and Control)
• Semester 4:
  • MA4604: Maths 4
  • CH4004: Physical Chemistry 3 (Phase Equilibria)
  • CH4304: Analytical Chemistry 2 (Separation Methods)
  • CH4104: Organic Chemistry 3 (Biomolecules and Heterocycles)

Year 3

• Semester 5:
  • CH4005: Physical Chemistry 4 (Electrochemistry)
  • CH4305: Analytical Chemistry 3 (Solids and Surface Analysis)
  • CH4015: Organic Chemistry 4 (Polymers)
  • CH4405: Process Technology 2 (Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer)
  • CH4415: Process Technology 3 (Reactor Design and Operation)
  • Specialist Elective 1
• Semester 6: Cooperative Education

Year 4

• Semester 7:
  • CH4417: Pharmaceutical Formulation
  • CH4407: Process Technology 4 (Mass Transfer Separations)
  • CH4007: Organic Pharm Chemistry 1
  • CG5052: Batch (Pharmaceutical) Process Engineering
  • CH4907: Final Year Project 1
  • Specialist Elective 1
• Semester 8:
  • CH4306: Analytical Chemistry 4 (Advanced Spectroscopy)
  • CH4908: Final Year Project 2
  • Specialist Elective 2

Entry Requirements

Please refer to the entry requirements for LM123 - Biological and Chemical Sciences (Common Entry).

How to Apply

Irish students must apply to UL via the CAO. More information can be found on the Academic Registry website.

Fees and Funding

Student course fees are broken into three components: Student contribution, Student Levy, and Tuition Fees. The current student contribution is set at 2,500. The Student Levy is 104.

Employability Skills

Graduates acquire skills in analyzing and problem-solving, monitoring/maintaining records and data, working in teams, communicating, excellent laboratory techniques, and specific knowledge in traditional fields of chemistry.

Further Study Options

• GradDip in Chemical Engineering
• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Graduate Entry)
• MA in Business Management

Job Titles for Graduates

Graduates take up roles such as Graduate Research & Development Chemist, Teaching Assistant, Operations Associate, Product Design Lead, Production Engineer, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, and Research Chemist.

Student Profiles

Profiles of current students and alumni are available, showcasing their experiences and career paths after graduation.