This course is available through the following application route(s)
Science is a common entry course, leading to a BSc degree in one of 22 degree subjects. All degree subjects are organised into thematic streams. The Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences stream includes the following degree subjects:
Students interested in Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences and Chemistry can study both streams in First Year.
Choosing your Degree Major
In general, students have to decide on one stream to pursue in second year and will study two or more degree subjects from that stream. Limited degree subjects between different streams can be studied in second year. They must be compatible from a content and timetable perspective, such as Mathematics and Physics and a list is not available as it can change each year. At the end of second year, students choose their degree major. Assuming students meet all the academic requirements in first and second year, students are guaranteed a degree subject from the stream they are studying in second year. We do our best to ensure that students go on to study their top degree subject choice. As we offer plenty of degree subjects in each stream, students have a number of similar degree subjects to choose from as their degree major.
Graduates work in a number of areas, depending on their degree subject. Each degree equips students with a particular skillset that may be applied to one or more industries.
For example, graduates from the Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences often work in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Devices and Chemical Industry in different roles.
Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.
Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
| Trimester | Credits | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Stage 1 Core Modules |
SCI10010 | Principles of Scientific Enquiry | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BIOL10110 | Cell Biology & Genetics | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
CHEM10050 | Basis of Organic and Biological Chemistry | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Conditional Core: Students who did not achieve a O1 or H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a O2 or H6 or better in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not take Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology, must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. Students who wish to remain eligible for Applied & Computational Mathematics or any Physics subjects who did not achieve a minimum grade of H5 in Leaving Certificate Higher applied Mathematics must take ACM10080 in Stage 1. Students who wish to remain eligible for Mathematics or Physics subjects in Stage 2 who did not achieve H5 or higher in Higher Leaving Cert Computer Science (or equivalent) must take COMP10290 in Stage 1. |
ACM10080 | Introduction to Applied and Computational Mathematics | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Conditional Core: Students who did not achieve a O1 or H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a O2 or H6 or better in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not take Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology, must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. Students who wish to remain eligible for Applied & Computational Mathematics or any Physics subjects who did not achieve a minimum grade of H5 in Leaving Certificate Higher applied Mathematics must take ACM10080 in Stage 1. Students who wish to remain eligible for Mathematics or Physics subjects in Stage 2 who did not achieve H5 or higher in Higher Leaving Cert Computer Science (or equivalent) must take COMP10290 in Stage 1. |
BIOL00010 | Fundamentals of Biology | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Conditional Core: Students who did not achieve a O1 or H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a O2 or H6 or better in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not take Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology, must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. Students who wish to remain eligible for Applied & Computational Mathematics or any Physics subjects who did not achieve a minimum grade of H5 in Leaving Certificate Higher applied Mathematics must take ACM10080 in Stage 1. Students who wish to remain eligible for Mathematics or Physics subjects in Stage 2 who did not achieve H5 or higher in Higher Leaving Cert Computer Science (or equivalent) must take COMP10290 in Stage 1. |
CHEM00010 | Introductory Chemistry | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Conditional Core: Students who did not achieve a O1 or H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a O2 or H6 or better in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not take Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology, must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. Students who wish to remain eligible for Applied & Computational Mathematics or any Physics subjects who did not achieve a minimum grade of H5 in Leaving Certificate Higher applied Mathematics must take ACM10080 in Stage 1. Students who wish to remain eligible for Mathematics or Physics subjects in Stage 2 who did not achieve H5 or higher in Higher Leaving Cert Computer Science (or equivalent) must take COMP10290 in Stage 1. |
COMP10290 | Computation for Scientists | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Conditional Core: Students who did not achieve a O1 or H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a O2 or H6 or better in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not take Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology, must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. Students who wish to remain eligible for Applied & Computational Mathematics or any Physics subjects who did not achieve a minimum grade of H5 in Leaving Certificate Higher applied Mathematics must take ACM10080 in Stage 1. Students who wish to remain eligible for Mathematics or Physics subjects in Stage 2 who did not achieve H5 or higher in Higher Leaving Cert Computer Science (or equivalent) must take COMP10290 in Stage 1. |
PHYC10070 | Foundations of Physics | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Students who did not achieve a minimum grade of O2 or H6 in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a minimum grade of O2 or H6 in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not achieve a H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
BIOL00010 | Fundamentals of Biology | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Students who did not achieve a minimum grade of O2 or H6 in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a minimum grade of O2 or H6 in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not achieve a H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
CHEM00010 | Introductory Chemistry | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Students who did not achieve a minimum grade of O2 or H6 in Leaving Certificate Chemistry must take CHEM00010. Students who did not achieve a minimum grade of O2 or H6 in Leaving Certificate Biology must take BIOL00010. Students who did not achieve a H5 or better in Leaving Certificate Physics, and who want to remain eligible for Neuroscience or Physiology must take PHYC10070 in Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
PHYC10070 | Foundations of Physics | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of: Linear Algebra Students must take either MATH10290 or MATH10340 in Stage 1. MATH10340 is required for all Mathematical or Physical Science degrees. |
MATH10290 | Linear Algebra for Science | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of: Linear Algebra Students must take either MATH10290 or MATH10340 in Stage 1. MATH10340 is required for all Mathematical or Physical Science degrees. |
MATH10340 | Linear Algebra in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - C) Min 0 of: Students must take at least two of BIOL10130, BIOL10140 and BMOL10030 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
BIOL10130 | Biology in Action | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - C) Min 0 of: Students must take at least two of BIOL10130, BIOL10140 and BMOL10030 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
BIOL10140 | Life on Earth | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - C) Min 0 of: Students must take at least two of BIOL10130, BIOL10140 and BMOL10030 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
BMOL10030 | Biomedical Sciences: Understanding Human Disease. | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - C)1 of: Calculus Students must take one Mathematics module in the Autumn Trimester of Stage 1. Any Students who did not achieve an O1 or H5 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics must take MATH00010. These students then take MATH10310 or MATH10350 in Stage 2. Students not required to take MATH00010 must take either MATH10310 or MATH10350 in Stage 1. MATH10350 is required for all Education, Mathematical or Physical Sciences degrees. Students who wish to pursue subjects in Mathematics must take MATH10350 in Stage 1. |
MATH00010 | Introduction to Mathematics | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - C)1 of: Calculus Students must take one Mathematics module in the Autumn Trimester of Stage 1. Any Students who did not achieve an O1 or H5 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics must take MATH00010. These students then take MATH10310 or MATH10350 in Stage 2. Students not required to take MATH00010 must take either MATH10310 or MATH10350 in Stage 1. MATH10350 is required for all Education, Mathematical or Physical Sciences degrees. Students who wish to pursue subjects in Mathematics must take MATH10350 in Stage 1. |
MATH10310 | Calculus for Science | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - C)1 of: Calculus Students must take one Mathematics module in the Autumn Trimester of Stage 1. Any Students who did not achieve an O1 or H5 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics must take MATH00010. These students then take MATH10310 or MATH10350 in Stage 2. Students not required to take MATH00010 must take either MATH10310 or MATH10350 in Stage 1. MATH10350 is required for all Education, Mathematical or Physical Sciences degrees. Students who wish to pursue subjects in Mathematics must take MATH10350 in Stage 1. |
MATH10350 | Calculus in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - D) Min 0 of: Programme Cores Students should take at least two of BIOL10130, BIOL10140 and BMOL10030 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
BIOL10130 | Biology in Action | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - D) Min 0 of: Programme Cores Students should take at least two of BIOL10130, BIOL10140 and BMOL10030 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
BIOL10140 | Life on Earth | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - D) Min 0 of: Programme Cores Students should take at least two of BIOL10130, BIOL10140 and BMOL10030 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2. |
BMOL10030 | Biomedical Sciences: Understanding Human Disease. | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - E) Min 0 of: Biology and Mathematics Education Students must take MATH10410 and STAT10060 if they want to remain eligible for Biology and Mathematics Education in Stage 2. |
MATH10410 | Mathematics & Science Education & Communication | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - E) Min 0 of: Biology and Mathematics Education Students must take MATH10410 and STAT10060 if they want to remain eligible for Biology and Mathematics Education in Stage 2. |
STAT10060 | Statistical Modelling | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
ACM10080 | Introduction to Applied and Computational Mathematics | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
CHEM10040 | The Molecular World | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
CHEM20100 | Basis of Inorganic Chemistry | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
COMP10010 | Introduction to Programming I | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
COMP10290 | Computation for Scientists | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
MATH10040 | Numbers & Functions | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
PHIL10160 | Critical Thinking | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
PHYC10050 | Astronomy & Space Science | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
PHYC10070 | Foundations of Physics | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
PHYC10210 | Quanta, Particles & Relativity | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
PHYC10250 | Thermal Physics and Materials | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
STAT10010 | Research Methods | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
GEOL10050 | Earth and Humanity | Autumn and Spring (separate) | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
GEOL10060 | Introduction to Earth Sciences | Autumn and Spring (separate) | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
STAT10050 | Practical Statistics | Autumn and Spring (separate) | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
ACM10060 | Applications of Differential Equations | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
ACM10090 | Climate Change:Causes & Consequences | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
CHEM10100 | Aspects of Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
CHEM20140 | Introductory Transition Metal Chemistry | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
COMP10020 | Introduction to Programming II | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
COMP10060 | Computer Science for Engineers I | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
GEOL10030 | Field Geology, Level 1 | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
GEOL10040 | Earth, Environment and Society | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
GEOL10070 | Understanding Earth Systems | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
MATH10320 | Mathematical Analysis | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
MATH10410 | Mathematics & Science Education & Communication | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
PHYC10080 | Frontiers of Physics | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - F) Min 0 of: Students must have a minimum of 55 credits in Science Programme modules. Careful selection of modules can increase the number of subject areas available to you in Stage 2 of your degree. Students can choose an elective module in the Spring Trimester or can select an additional option module from the list below to complete their registration for Stage 1. |
STAT10060 | Statistical Modelling | Spring | 5 |
General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Science: Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences:
| ROWCLASS | Apply to | Application Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| showAudience-audienceInt | BLS1 Science: Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences Bachelor of Science |
Commencing 2024/2025 September | Undergraduate Degree (Non EU) Non EU Undergraduates |
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| showAudience-audienceInt | SCU1 Science Bachelor of Science |
Commencing 2024/2025 September | Undergraduate Degree (Non EU) Non EU Undergraduates |
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| showAudience-audienceEU | DN200 Science: Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences Bachelor of Science |
Full-Time Commencing 2024/2025 September |
Application through CAO | Apply via CAO |
| showAudience-audienceEU | DN200 Science Bachelor of Science |
Full-Time Commencing 2024/2025 September |
Application through CAO | Apply via CAO |
Additional special entry route(s) to Science: Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences:
These options have additional eligibility requirements to cater for specific applicant cohorts. You should not apply via these routes before consulting the requirements or contacting the responsible UCD office.
| ROWCLASS | Apply to | Application Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt | SCU1 Science Bachelor of Science |
Commencing 2024/2025 September | Access Progression Pathway Access Progression Pathway Application to this Non-EU Access Progression Pathway is by invitation only. If you are not currently enrolled on an Access programme at UCD, your application will be marked as invalid. If you are not a current Access student, but you are a non-EU applicant seeking admission to an undergraduate degree, please submit an application via the "Undergraduate Degree (Non-EU)" course type. |
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