7 Best Life Sciences Programs in Ireland
There are 7 Life Sciences programs in Ireland, spread across 5 universities; the most common length is 4 Years. The list starts with courses at University College Cork, University of Galway and Dublin City University.
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
University of Galway — The Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) at University of Galway is a four-year programme that builds a scientific foundation and practical skills for real-world settings....
Bachelor of Science (Genetics and Genomics)
University of Galway — University of Galway’s Bachelor of Science (Genetics and Genomics) is an on-campus undergraduate degree that combines biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, a...
Bachelor of Science (Zoology)
University of Galway — The Bachelor of Science (Zoology) at University of Galway is the scientific study of animals at all levels, from the molecular and cellular to the organismic and ecologic...
Genetics and Cell Biology
Dublin City University — Dublin City University offers a BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology (DC168). You study theoretical genetics and cell biology alongside practical laboratory skills. Modules c...
Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Biotechnology
Dundalk Institute of Technology — Dundalk Institute of Technology’s Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Biotechnology develops knowledge and experience of biotechnology in agriculture. Students study topics...
Certificate in Cancer Genetics and Genomics
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
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How these courses are ranked
3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #246 (University College Cork) to #410 (Dublin City University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University College Cork has the largest research record in this group, with 4,698,948 citations and an h-index of 666.
Levels, lengths and start dates
By level: 4 bachelor's, 2 master's and 1 professional. The usual length is 4 Years and Four Years. 83% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (80% of courses with a stated intake). University of Galway offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best university in Ireland for Life Sciences?
University College Cork (QS World #246), University of Galway (QS World #273) and Dublin City University (QS World #410) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Which is the cheapest university for Life Sciences in Ireland?
Of those with published fees, Dublin City University is the least expensive at about USD 20,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.
How long does a Life Sciences course take in Ireland?
Most listed courses run 4 Years, with Four Years the next most common.
When do Life Sciences courses start in Ireland?
Fall is the main intake — 80% of courses with a stated start date begin then.
Can I study Life Sciences online with a university in Ireland?
1 of these courses are listed as online.
Which university has the most Life Sciences courses in Ireland?
University of Galway, with 3, ahead of Dundalk Institute of Technology (1).
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