Overview

This Forensic Investigation and Analysis (Hons) course from the Atlantic Technological University equips graduates with skills in both forensic and analytical science making them highly employable in a broad range of sectors. Students study both biology and chemistry through the exciting and stimulating medium of forensic science. A major focus of the programme is the development of excellent practical analytical science skills which are in great demand by employers and for postgraduate research.

Career:

Graduates work in a wide range of industries where analytical science is required, and initially take up roles as analysts, scientists, and technical officers. Graduates have found employment in a broad range of sectors including in forensic science, teaching, food research, and in the pharmaceutical industry.

Graduates leave this analytical programme in high demand with large companies such as Abbott Laboratories, Abbvie, Baxter, Allergan, Coca-Cola, Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS), Glaxosmithkline (GSK), HSE, Mylan, Norbrook, Randox and LGC Forensics in the UK.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology

Chemistry

physics

Mathematics for Science

Information Technology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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Non-EU Visa requiring applicants: 1st May

Non-EU Non-Visa requiring applicants: 31st July

Language

English

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70

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51

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sligo, Ireland

Disciplines

Forensic Science View 12 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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95

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70

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51

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IELTS

5.5

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General requirements

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirement

6 subjects at O6/H7
2 subjects at H5
English or Irish at O6/H7
Maths at O6/H7 or Foundation Maths at F2

QQI/FET Major Award Required:Any

Additional QQI/FET/ Requirements:Three distinctions and a pass in C20139 or 5N1833 or C20174 or C20175 or 5N18396 or 5N0556 or Leaving Certificate Maths at 06/H7/F2

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year

Living costs

Sligo

Ireland

650 - 1000 EUR / month

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