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University College Dublin

Biochemistry And Molecular Biology in University College Dublin

  • Duration : 4 Years
  • Intake : Sep
  • Level : Undergraduate
  • Tuition & fees : € 25,600 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 90
  • PTE : 63


About Biochemistry And Molecular Biology in University College Dublin

In this degree, you’ll explore life at the molecular level. This will enable you to pursue a career in biomedical and biomolecular science. The combination of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology into one degree programme unites the molecular approach of Chemistry with the breadth and diversity of Biology. Both use varied and powerful experimental techniques to examine living organisms, their component parts and molecules that play a role in the function of the cell. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology occupy a central position  In modern biological and biomedical research.

Graduates in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology can find employment in:

  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Biotechnology companies
  • Forensic science laboratories
  • Hospital and clinical laboratories

Graduates are eligible to apply for a range of MSc programmes in Ireland and abroad, in areas such as biotechnology, imaging and microscopy and molecular medicine. Graduates can also pursue a PhD in universities in Ireland and abroad in areas such as medical research, drug development and biomedical science.

Academic qualification equivalents

  • Successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent (For most countries, the same academic preparation as is required for university entrance in that country is required for consideration. 
  • Program-Specific Prerequisite courses completed at the senior level (e.g. Grade 12);

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS: An average score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version.
  • TOEFL:  minimum score of 600 in the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), with Test of Written English at 475 +. A minimum score of 90 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section
  • PTE: Minimum of 63 and at least 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section..

University College Dublin Highlights

Founded 1854
University Type Public University
Campus Setting Urban
Total number of Students 33,000+
Total number of Graduate Students 9,645
Number of International Students 8,428
% of International Staff 30%
No. of Campuses 3
No. of Accommodation Complexes 8
Global Employability Ranking #1 in Ireland
#78 in World
Acceptance rate 10-20%
Retention rate (1st year) 94%
Average Cost of Attendance About 23,800 EUR
Research funding 122.4 million EUR
Applications Accepted Online
Work-Study Available
Intake Type Semester wise
Mode of Program Full time and online
Official Website ucd.ie

University College Dublin Average Tution Fees And Other Expenses

  • University fees are fixed each year, however additional expenses while studying in Ireland must be planned beforehand.
  • Tuition fee for the academic year 2020-2021 is given below:

Tuition Fee

Programmes Undergraduate Graduate
Arts and Humanities 18,700 7,955-11,885
Business 18,700 7,955-11,885
Engineering and Architecture 24,200 8,915-13,360
Social Sciences and Law 18,700 7,955-11,885
Health and Agricultural Sciences 24,200 8,915-13,360
Science 24,200 8,915-13,360

University College Dublin Cost Of Living

Types of Expense Monthly Cost (EUR)
Rent 835
Food 250
Electricity/Gas/Bins 30
Travel 80
Books and materials 70
Clothes or Medical 45
Mobile phone 20
Miscellaneous 130
Total 1,460
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

€ 25,600

Total

€ 25,600