Science University of Galway

Overview

The Science programme at  University of Galway  is the ideal choice if you would like the flexibility to discover your unique scientific interests, building a tailored skillset, specialising step by step as you progress from year to year.

The programme provides a solid foundation in Science subjects in the first year, with introductory module offerings in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Mathematical Studies, Applied Mathematics, and Computing.

Students choose four first year modules, where all modules are available to each student, whether you have studied a similar subject at second level or trying it for the first time, as students of various academic backgrounds are catered for and supported. The combination of modules chosen in Year 1 will be an important consideration when considering Year 2 study paths, as modules provide pre-requisite material satisfying entry into Year 2 subjects.

Career areas of past graduates include:

• Medical Devices Research and Development

• Biotechnology Research and Development

• Pharmaceuticals

• Forensic Scientist

• Infectious Diseases and Environmental Microbiologist

• Cancer Research

• Dietician

• Food Safety Authority, Teagasc

• Functional Ecologist, Teagasc

• Biodiversity Specialist

• National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS)