Pharmaceutical Sciences – BSc (Hons)

at Technological University of Shannon - Athlone

Modules:
 

• Biology (Year-Long)
• Mathematics for Scientists (Year-Long)
• Physics for Chemical and Life Sciences (Year-Long)
• Chemistry (Year-Long)
• Laboratory Practice: Safety Science & Laboratory Competencies

Overall minimum 60% in 12th and should have English and maths subjects in 12th.

The cost of studying at Technological University of Shannon - Athlone varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay €12500 annually, to study in Technological University of Shannon - Athlone.

Graduates may expect to find rewarding careers and well-remunerated positions in the pharmaceutical and fine chemicals sector, whether in an API/biologic drugs plant or in a finished drug product manufacturing facility. A substantial cohort are employed in analytical services, or in the related sectors of diagnostics’ manufacture and polymer characterisation. A number of graduates have been successful in securing roles in highly skilled technical services; others have found jobs in regulatory affairs where they interface with national, EU or other international State bodies such as the US FDA in support of marketing authorisation applications from their employer.