Program Overview

Overview of Chemical Sciences

Chemical Sciences is a creative and central science that deals with challenges spanning the physical and life sciences. It is found and used everywhere, from the creation of new materials and processes to advancements in medical health and diagnosis of disease. A chemistry-based qualification provides students with the relevant skills and knowledge to open doors in research, medicine, education, industry, finance, consultancy, and more.

Structure of the TR061 Chemical Sciences Programme

The Chemical Sciences stream allows students to study the core concepts fundamental to all of chemistry, including topics in physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry. Students receive a strong grounding in mathematics and can expand their scientific knowledge by choosing from a cohort of approved and elective modules on topics such as physics, biology, and history and philosophy of science. In the third year, students specialize in one of the five subjects offered in this stream: Chemistry, Chemistry with Biosciences, Chemistry with Molecular Modelling, Medicinal Chemistry, and Nanoscience.

Course Details

• Awards: (Moderatorship) B.A. Honours Bachelor Degree (NFQ Level 8)
• CAO Information: CAO Points 531 (2024), CAO Code TR061
• Number of Places: 90 Places
• Duration: 4 Years Full-Time

Course Options

Students who wish to study TR061 Chemical Sciences will specialize in one of the following subjects in their third and fourth year:

• Chemistry
• Chemistry with Biosciences
• Chemistry with Molecular Modelling
• Nanoscience

Admission Requirements

• Leaving Certificate: H6 or O4 Mathematics, H4 in two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Mathematics, 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, Mathematics, 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, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Computer Science.
• Certain subject combinations are not permitted.

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 Fees

For a full list of undergraduate fees, please refer to the relevant section of the university's website.

Student Testimonial

Trinity is a college with an excellent reputation worldwide. As a chemistry student, I learn from scientists who are experts in their fields and are clearly passionate about what they do. Their passion in lectures is infectious and inspires me to carry that love for science into my future career. I most enjoy the wide range of topics I get to learn about in my course. I not only get to study multiple areas of chemistry, I am also given the chance to delve into biology, physics, and maths. I am learning more about the world around us on a daily basis, and it excites me for my future as a scientist.

Related Courses

• Biological and Biomedical Sciences
• Geography and Geoscience
• Physical Sciences

University Information

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, is located at College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland. The university is committed to providing a world-class education and research environment.