Program Overview

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Biomolecular Science

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomolecular Science is a one-year program that provides students with in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge in biomolecular science. The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to pursue careers in bioscience, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, veterinary, diagnostics, and allied industries.

Program Details

TU Code

TU886

NFQ Level

Level 8

Award Type

Major

Award

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Duration

1 year

Number of Places

N/A

Location

Grangegorman

What is Biomolecular Science?

Biomolecular science is an interdisciplinary field that combines biochemistry, molecular biology, and immunology to understand the structure, function, and interactions of biomolecules. The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biomolecular science, including the importance of macromolecular structure, interactions, and function in relation to normal and diseased states.

Learning Outcomes

The program is designed to equip students with the following learning outcomes:

• In-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of biomolecular science
• Understanding of the principles and practice of qualitative and quantitative analysis of biomolecules
• Research methods and data analysis skills
• Ability to tailor their degree to areas of interest through optional pathways

Optional Pathways

The program offers two optional pathways that allow students to tailor their degree to areas of interest:

• Option 1: Provides students with the key concepts of process design relating to biomolecules of industrial importance and the development, manufacturing, and marketing of biopharmaceutical products.
• Option 2: Explores the molecular and genetic mechanisms of disease, including practical application of investigative and diagnostic technology.

Study Abroad Opportunities

Opportunities are available for students to undertake their project module in a partner institution within the EU under the Erasmus plus program.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Students should have an appropriate BSc Ordinary Degree (Level 7) or equivalent in Biological Sciences or Biomedical Sciences with a Distinction or Merit Upper Division Graduate or a BSc general degree with the equivalent 60% or greater. In the studies previously undertaken by applicants, biochemistry, molecular biology, and immunology must constitute major subjects in the program curriculum.

English Language Requirements

If English is not the first language, students will need to provide evidence of their English language proficiency as detailed on the university's website. Applicants for this program should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue careers in bioscience, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, veterinary, diagnostics, and allied industries. In addition, graduates can obtain employment in research in the bioscience, biotechnology, and health service sectors.

Module Listing

Year One

Semester 1

• Advanced Cell Signaling [Mandatory]
• Advanced Molecular Biology [Mandatory]
• Bioentrepreneurship & Bioindustry Skills [Mandatory]
• Current Topics in Biochemistry [Mandatory]
• Bioprocess Technology [Elective]
• Cell and Tissue Analysis [Elective]
• Molecular Mechanism of Disease [Elective]
• Therapeutic Discovery and Development [Elective]

Semester 2

• Research Project [Mandatory]
• Research Methods and Data Analysis [Mandatory]
• Omics [Mandatory]

Progression

Graduates of this program may proceed to postgraduate studies leading to the award of MSc, MPhil, or PhD at research institutes and universities worldwide.