Program Overview

Biotechnology with Biopharmaceutical Science – BSc (Hons)

Course Overview

The aim of this 4-year level 8 ab initio programme is to provide graduates with an Honours degree in Biotechnology with an emphasis on Biopharmaceutical Science.

It meets the growing demand of the Life Sciences and Biopharmaceutical sectors for highly skilled graduates with specialist training in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biomolecular Techniques, Mammalian Cell Culture, Bioanalysis, Bioprocessing, Quality Management and Data Analytics.

This programme is designed for students who have a keen interest in Biology and who wish to pursue successful careers in the Life Sciences and in particular the Biotechnology and Biopharmaceutical industries. You will have small class sizes, dedicated lecturers, and gain hands-on experience of state of the art technologies in Biotechnology.

Graduates of this programme may have careers in Biopharma Manufacturing, Process Science, Quality Control, and Research and Development in a range of Bio- Industry sectors. You may also continue your studies and undertake a Masters or Ph.D programme in Biology-related disciplines in Ireland or abroad.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate

• A minimum of 2 H5 & 4 O6/H7 grades in six Leaving Certificate subjects, including Mathematics and English or Irish.

Mature Applicants

• Candidates applying as mature applicants may be required to attend an interview and may be requested to take an aptitude test to prove their suitability for a place on this programme.

International Applicants

• International applicants should apply directly to the International Office at TUS, allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Applications for September start should be made by 1st June at the latest to ensure visas are processed in time. You should familiarise yourself with visa processing times for your country of origin to ensure you make a timely application.

Course Modules

Year 1

• Biology (Applied) - Credits: 20
• Chemistry - Credits: 15
• Physics for Biologists - Credits: 10
• Laboratory Practice - Credits: 5
• Mathematics for Biologists - Credits: 10

Year 2 – Semester 1

• Maths and Statistics for Quality Control - Credits: 5
• Cell Biology - Credits: 5
• Chemical Analysis for Biologists - Credits: 10
• Classification and Cultivation of Microorganisms - Credits: 5
• Fundamentals of Biochemistry - Credits: 5

Year 2 – Semester 2

• Applied Immunology - Credits: 5
• Distribution and Control of Microorganisms - Credits: 10
• Fundamentals of Molecular Biology - Credits: 5
• Spectroscopy & Chromatography - Credits: 10

Year 3 – Semester 1

• Bioananalytical Techniques - Credits: 5
• Applied Microbiology - Credits: 5
• Biopharmaceutical Science - Credits: 10
• Quality Assurance & Regulations - Credits: 5
• Topics in Biotechnology - Credits: 5

Year 3 – Semester 2

• Work Placement - Credits: 30

Year 4

• Bioanalysis - Credits: 5
• Bioanalytical Method Validation - Credits: 5
• Biomolecular Techniques - Credits: 10
• Bioprocessing - Credits: 5
• Biotechnology - Credits: 5
• Data Analytics - Credits: 5
• Mammalian Cell Culture - Credits: 5
• Project Management & Research - Credits: 5
• Quality Management - Credits: 5
• Research Project - Credits: 10

Career Opportunities

• Employment and career opportunities are available in key growth areas including the Biotechnology, Biopharmaceutical, Bioanalytical and Healthcare sectors.
• Typical jobs include Process Scientist, Bioanalyst, Biotechnologist, Production Specialist, Microbiologist and Molecular Biologist.
• Graduates may work in Regeneron, Pfizer, BMS, Edwards Lifesciences, MSD, Johnson & Johnson, Beckman Coulter, Serosep and BD Medical.

Further Study

• Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programmes within TUS or elsewhere.