Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Education) in Biology with Physics or Chemistry or Agricultural Science

The Bachelor of Science (Education) in Biology with Physics or Chemistry or Agricultural Science is a four-year program that attracts students who have excellent communication skills and are strongly motivated and passionate about science teaching. Graduates of the degree program are eligible for appointment to all second-level schools and for registration with the Teaching Council.

Key Information

• NFQ Level 8 major Award Honours Bachelor Degree
• Course code: LM092
• Duration: 4 Years
• Students admitted to the program are required to undergo a Garda Vetting process.
• Fees: See what fees may apply to students
• Subject area: Education, Science
• Course Director: Dr. Pat Dundon

Why Study Bachelor of Science (Education) in Biology with Physics or Chemistry or Agricultural Science at UL?

UL's School of Education is the largest post-primary teacher education provider in the state and is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for Education programs. University of Limerick is also ranked within the top 75 universities in Europe for excellence in teaching and learning.

What You Will Study

The program is four years in duration and is based on the concurrent model of teacher education, in which educational studies and studies in biology, along with your chosen elective (chemistry or physics or agricultural science), are combined with periods of school placement in which you will gain experience of teaching.

Entry Requirements

• CAO points history: 488
• Minimum grades: Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrollment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
• Subject requirements: In addition, applicants must hold an O3/H7 grade in Mathematics and an O4/H7 grade in at least one of the following: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Physics with Chemistry, Agricultural Science.
• Garda Vetting is required for this program.

How to Apply

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

Fees and Funding

Student course fees are broken into three components - Student contribution, Student Levy, and Tuition Fees.

Employability Skills from This Degree

• Education: Problem-solving skills, Organisational skills, Project management, Practical skills, Analytical skills, Research and analytical skills, An ability to communicate information effectively
• Science: Communication skills, for presenting effective oral and written arguments, IT skills, Interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, Organisation and time-management skills, for prioritizing your teaching workload, Self-management, for planning your own workload and reflecting on and improving personal practice

Further Study Options

• Master of Education
• Doctorate in Education
• Doctor of Philosophy
• Graduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering
• Master of Science in Biomedical Device Materials

Job Titles for Graduates with This Degree

Graduates progressing directly into employment take up a wide variety of roles, including:

• Agricultural Science Secondary School Teacher
• Biology, Chemistry & Ag. Science Teacher
• Chemistry and Science Teacher
• Emirates Cabin Crew
• Laboratory Technician
• Part-Time Ag. Science And Chemistry Teacher
• Physics Teacher
• Post-Primary Teacher
• Research Assistant
• Science Teacher
• Science, Biology & Physics Teacher
• Trainee Accountant

Student Profiles

Andrea Silke: "I chose Science as I felt it would be an enjoyable subject to teach, something you could really do your best with as a teacher and get the pupils really enthusiastic about." David Tidswell: "The highlight of the course is definitely the teaching placement in which you are immersed completely in a school environment. During these placements, I developed great confidence in my teaching ability." Jack Corrigan: "My course at UL prepared me superbly for my career as a teacher - it allowed me to study both Education and Science concurrently so that on graduating, I was fully qualified and ready for the workplace without the need to do a postgraduate course."