BSc in Biotechnology (Honours) in Glasnevin Ireland | Dublin City University

Dublin City University | Glasnevin Ireland
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 16,000
(c. USD18,475.68)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Biotechnology utilizes scientific and bioprocess engineering concepts to create materials through biological means. For instance, biotherapeutic medications produced from mammalian cells currently address numerous illnesses and enhance patient health. You'll develop a strong background in genetics, cellular biology, immunology, microbiology, bioinformatics, and bioprocess engineering, along with hands-on lab experience and essential communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. During your final year, you'll choose to specialize either in research or explore the biopharmaceutical sector further. In your third year, you'll undertake a nine-month INTRA industry placement, allowing you to implement and expand your expertise in practical settings. Graduates are in high demand by biotech firms because of their distinctive capabilities. Potential career paths include opportunities in biopharmaceuticals, brewing, or medical diagnostics fields.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

GCE A LEVELS

General Certificate in Education qualifications must meet one of the following requirements, in addition to any specific programme requirements.

  • 2 GCE A Levels at Grade C plus 4 GCE O levels at Grade C, which must include the subjects Mathematics and English.
  • 2 GCE A Levels at Grade C, plus 2 GCE AS Level at Grade C, plus 2 GCE O Levels at Grade C, which must include the subjects Mathematics and English.
  • 2 GCE A Levels at Grade C, plus 1 GCE AS Level at Grade C, plus 3 GCE O Levels at Grade C, which must include the subjects Mathematics and English.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or have an equivalent qualification.

English language Requirements

  • Irish Leaving Certificate English - O6/H7
  • GCE A-Level English Language - Grade D
  • IELTS ACADEMIC - Composite score of 6.5 or above, with no less than 6.0 in any one component
  • TOEFL - 237 (computer-based), 580 (paper-based test)
  • TOEFL iBT - Total Score of 92
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CAP) - Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components.
  • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) - Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components.
  • English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP) - C1
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) - 63 (with a minimum of 59 in all components)
  • Duolingo - Duolingo will be accepted with a minimum score of 120 and a score of at least 110 in each subscore.

Tuition EUR 16,000

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