Program Overview

Overview of Chemistry with Biosciences: Chemical Sciences

Chemistry with Biosciences is designed to produce graduates who are prepared to work at the interface of chemistry and biology, addressing global issues in chemical and life science such as drug development and safety, biomedicine, biotechnology, and clinical operations.

Graduate Skills and Career Opportunities

As with graduates in other branches of chemistry, the skills acquired during this course will make you highly attractive to employers in a wide variety of areas. Graduates can contribute to research developments across the healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and the food processing sectors. This degree will also prepare you to work in education, science communication, business, data analysis, and administration.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 Years Full-Time
• CAO Points: 531 (2024)
• CAO Code: TR061
• Awards: NFQ Level 8

Admission Requirements

• Leaving Certificate:
  • H6 or O4 Mathematics
  • H4 two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Applied Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Computer Science
• GCSE:
  • Grade B/6 Mathematics
• Advanced GCE (A Level):
  • Grade C in two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Applied Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Computer Science
• International Baccalaureate:
  • SL Grade 5 Mathematics
  • HL Grade 5 in two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Applied Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Computer Science
• English Language Requirements: All applicants to Trinity are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet Band B (Standard Entry) English language requirements.

Course Structure

In the first two years, you will study foundation courses in Chemistry, Biology, Maths, and foundation Physics. In the third year, the course will branch off into relevant Chemistry and Biology modules, allowing you to develop a unique perspective on issues directly affecting chemical and bioscience research. Your third and fourth year modules will cover core chemistry principles in organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry as well as relevant modules in biology and biochemistry.

Modules

• From Organisms to Ecosystems
• Genomes, Disease, and Diversity
• Microbes, Immune System, and their Interaction
• Molecular Basis of Disease
• Introduction to Immuno/metabolism
• Nucleic Acids

Study Abroad and Internship Opportunities

The School of Chemistry has exchange agreements with a large number of universities and research institutions where Chemistry with Biosciences students carry out their final year Capstone research projects from September to December. To date, arrangements have been made for students in European universities such as Regensburg, Madrid, Liverpool, Copenhagen, Montpellier, and Bologna. Study further afield in Canada and the USA is also possible.

Fees

For a full list of undergraduate fees, please refer to the official Trinity College Dublin website.

Conclusion

The Chemistry with Biosciences: Chemical Sciences program at Trinity College Dublin offers a comprehensive education at the interface of chemistry and biology, preparing graduates for a wide range of career opportunities in research, industry, and beyond. With its strong foundation in both chemistry and biosciences, this program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to address global challenges in healthcare, biotechnology, and environmental science.