DEV SITE ..48
CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Ordinary Bachelor

Science - Common Entry (Letterkenny campus)

ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
Course Code
AU270
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
3 Years
Attendence
Full Time

Course Summary

This three year course will give you the opportunity to discover which area of science - Bioanalytical Science, Food Science & Nutrition or Pharmaceutical & Medicinal Science. This is a good choice for anyone who know they want to study science but are unsure about which specific area you want to specialize in. After one year you’ll be able to make your choice, furthering your study and opening up numerous career opportunities including becoming a Biology teacher, Quality Manager or Biopharmaceutical Scientist, in the areas of Biopharmaceuticals, the Environmental sector and Education. 

College Link

College Link > AU270 - Science - Common Entry (Letterkenny campus)

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)


Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Language Options

* Time abroad utilising this language

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.

Entry Requirements

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - If this is a course you are considering applying for you should check on the Colleges' website to ensure you have the latest entry requirements information.

To view Mature Entry requirements, or alternative requirements, please visit Qualifax or the Colleges' website

If you believe the data above to be incorrect, please let us know at [email protected] - thank you.

QQI / FET Links

This course will accept Any QQI Level 5 or 6 Major Award as an entry requirement.

Click on the link below to find PLC courses that also relate to this career sector. Note you can view more courses by adjusting the filters on the listings page.

Note: Information for 2024 Entry

View Courses (Filtered by Career Sector)

Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
Details of the QQI scoring system and a points calculator can be found  HERE

The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Career Progression

The main employers are: Analytical Chemist, Biopharmaceutical Scientist, Food Product Developer, Quality Manager, Secondary Level Teaching.

Graduate careers typically include: Analytical Chemist, Biopharmaceutical Scientist, Food Product Developer, Quality Manager, and Secondary Level Teaching.

Further Research

College Link > AU270 - Science - Common Entry (Letterkenny campus)

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Qualifax
Qualifax Course Page

Qualifax is the National Learners Database. (Note: Link not always available)

DISCLAIMER: These links are to official sources of information for this course - we accept no responsibility for the information on them.

College Profile

College News

Cyberpsychology at ATU Donegal: Gain an understanding of the psychology of digital technologies
Posted by ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
Higher Education Course of the Week – AU221: Tourism and Hospitality Operations at ATU Donegal
Posted by ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
New Digital Healthcare Course
Posted by ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
Are you good with your hands? Explore ATU Connemara’s four year programme in Furniture Design and Manufacture
Posted by ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)

College Events

October
21
12:00 PM
Careers Fair 2024
ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
November
14
9:00 AM
Open Day - Letterkenny Campus
ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
January
22
12:00 AM
Open Evening - Letterkenny Campus
ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
March
01
12:00 AM
Spring Open Day - Letterkenny Campus
ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
May
01
12:00 AM
Open Evening - Donegal
ATU Donegal (formerly LYIT)
Close