BA Biological and Biomedical Sciences

at Trinity College Dublin The University of Dublin

In this stream, students will study the core concepts that are fundamental to all biological systems. These will be presented in core modules during the first and second year and will include: cell structure and composition, genetics and evolution, molecular biology, metabolism, anatomy and physiology of bacteria, fungi, plants and animals, ecosystems and environmental biology. In addition, students will also acquire mathematical, statistical and computational skills and study the history, philosophy and ethics of science. Students have the opportunity to expand their scientific knowledge and to pursue their individual interests by choosing from a variety of open modules including topics such as animal behaviour, genomes and disease, microbes and immunity, chemistry for biologists and geochemistry.

In the third year, students specialise in one of the 11 moderatorships offered in this stream: Biochemistry; Botany; Environmental Science; Genetics; Human Genetics; Immunology; Microbiology; Molecular Medicine; Neuroscience; Physiology; Zoology. The fundamental concepts of that discipline will be presented in core modules while students will also select from a variety of modules from allied disciplines that enhance understanding of their chosen discipline and encourage interdisciplinary thinking and research. Students can also experience the wide range of knowledge and investigation available throughout the university by choosing from a range of Trinity’s electives. In the fourth year students choose from a selection of modules on advanced topics within their discipline. They will also undertake a research project in Trinity or in a research laboratory in another university, research institute or hospital. Throughout this program, students will also acquire skill in problem solving and data handling and in oral and written communication.

Leaving Certificate
 

• H6 or O4 Mathematics

• H4 In two of: Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Computer Science,  Applied Mathematics or Agricultural Science, computer science.

GCSE Grade B/6 Mathematics

Advanced GCE (A-Level)
 

• Grade C in two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, physics/chemistry, Geology, Geography,  applied mathematics, agricultural science, computer science. 

International Baccalaureate
 

• SL Grade 5 Mathematics

• HL Grade 5 in two of physics, chemistry, biology, physics/chemistry. geology, geography, applied mathematics, agricultural science, computer science.

• Combinations of subjects not permitted:

• Physics/Chemistry with Physics or Chemistry

• Agricultural Science with Biology

• Applied Mathematics with Mathematics

English Language Requirements

IELTS: Academic: Grade 6.5*

Non-EU fees for academic year 2022/23 are:
 

• € 26,985

These attributes are a preparation for a career in science and medicine (e.g. in research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical industry), for a career in related areas where a scientific education is beneficial (e.g. patent law, forensic science)

For careers in areas such as:
 

• education

• management

• business

• industry

• communication

• policy making.