BSc in Bioscience

Bioscience is the science associated with all living things and how they function and interact with their environment. Bioscience at DkIT aims to equip students with the knowledge and technical skills in subjects such as biotechnology, microbiology, biotherapeutics and applied ecology.

By studying Bioscience at DkIT, you will gain a foundation in the aspects of modern biology that underpin the production of drugs, medical products and the control of pollution.

There is an option for graduates of this course to specialise further by progression onto an Honours degree course at DkIT in Biopharmaceutical Science or Environmental Bioscience (subject to electives).

Six Grades at O6 or H7 in Leaving Certificate

→ INCLUDING At least one H5 Grade, OR Minimum Points Score of 200
→ AND Mathematics Grade F2, O6 or H7
→ AND English Grade O6 or H7 OR Irish Grade O6 or H7
→ A Leaving Certificate science subject is desirable.

You need to complete 358 credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/life-and-health-sciences/bsc-in-bioscience.html

The course has a very high level of practical laboratory experience. Students are divided into smaller groups for laboratory practicals for hands-on experience. 

Students will get the opportunity to go on-site visits to relevant Industries and explore the range of exciting career opportunities available.

You can join one of the following careers:

• Biomedical Scientist
• Biologist
• Biomedical Researcher