Overview

Chemistry is taken with: Mathematics, Biology and one other Science subject or Critical Skills in first year, with Biology and Mathematics or Electives in second year and with Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry and Biology in third year.

In fourth year you will have the opportunity to undertake a six-month work placement/internship (subject to availability), as well as take courses in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry and Biology.

If you are interested in the areas of Chemistry that are important for the pharmaceutical and biomedical industries, then this is the degree for you. You will have the opportunity to go on site visits to see the workings of pharmaceutical companies. A six-month work placement/internship, subject to availability, will give you an insight into the working environment of a professional chemist and help you to improve your career prospects.

This innovative programme in the Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry at the Maynooth University develops skills in problem-solving, communication, scientific writing and presentation – all highly valued in the workforce. These transferable skills will help provide employment opportunities in Chemistry and non-chemistry based careers.

Career Option 

• The pharma-chemical industry in Ireland employs more than 25,000 people and produces €39bn in annual exports. Chemists work in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, agrochemical firms, oil companies and manufacturers of detergents, paints and cosmetics.

• Employment in the business sector and government organisations e.g. forensic science, journalism and the health services.

• Postgraduate study options include: Research MSc and PhD in Chemistry.