UCD Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
My journey with Science started when I was in secondary school Biology classes, where my teacher fascinated me with the DNA molecule. As I learned about it more deeply, I realised that Genetics was what I wanted to do. Genetics forms the basis of modern medicine, Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Cancer Biology, Stem Cell Biology and others. My favourite topics include gene therapy and cloning.
An understanding of the genetic code opens the door to countless scientific possibilities. Genetics in UCD focuses on practical skills, which allows you to try new technologies in laboratory sessions. A degree in Genetics opens a variety of pathways. You can pursue a career in the biotechnology industry, forensic science and other laboratory-based placements across the world. Whatever you choose, Genetics will make it possible.
Kamil Szymanski Student Why is this course for me?
If you’re interested in why some families are more prone to disease and how to use biotechnology to produce drugs and other products, then a degree in Genetics could be for you. Genetics is the scientific study of heredity – how information is passed from one generation to the next. You’ll study developing new areas such as personal genomics, which uses DNA sequence to determine health and ancestry. The
When you complete a Social Science UCD Genetics degree also covers genetic
comprehensive education. Through an animals, genetically modified plants,
car ers, as well as acquiring the skills and bioinformatics.
to excel in your future employment.
What will I study? This is a sample pathway for a degree in Genetics. Topics include evolution, genetic disease and biotechnology, as well as core modules in biomolecular and biomedical science.
First Year Biology ¬Chemistry ¬Mathematics ¬Optional Science modules ¬ Elective modules
Second Year Genetics ¬+ 2 other Science subjects ¬ Elective modules
Third Year Genetics ¬Elective modules
Fourth Year Genetics (includes a research project)
All Science courses are full time, with many student timetables running from 9.00am to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject choices, a weekly timetable can include
exciting range of topics you will be well medical genetics, molecular evolution,
degree at UCD, you will gain a thoroughly engineering and biotechnology, transgenic
prepared for any number of potential developmental biology, DNA fingerprinting
lectures, practicals and tutorials.
Assessment varies with each module but may comprise continuous assessment of practicals, written exams and online learning activities.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Most Genetics graduates work in:
– Hospital laboratories
– Biotechnology, pharmaceutical and genomics companies
Why UCD Social Science?
– Forensic science laboratories – Agribiotech and horticulture companies – Food and drink companies
Many graduates study for a higher degree (MSc or PhD), or obtain additional professional qualifications such as in medicine and dentistry. MSc programmes at UCD include the areas of Biotechnology, Biotechnology & Business, and Evolutionary Biology.
International Study Opportunities Genetics students in third year have studied in:
– University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands
– Unive sity of California, Irvine, USA –inclUudes critical thinking, communication
and presentation skills, problem solving, – Queen’s University, Canada
niversity of Connecticut, USA
Genetics students also have the opportunity to carry out their fourth year project at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark.
research skills and the ability to think on your feet. Above all, you will learn to recognise and develop your own potential.
At UCD, you will be taught by first-class lecturers and professors, many of whom are the authors of the leading international texts in their areas of expertise. You will be provided with a set of skills that
The Bachelor of Social Science is the degree for people who know that they want to work in a people-focused job, but still wish to explore a number of possible career paths.
A two subject degree, you combine Social Policy and Sociology or one of these subjects with another Social Science subject such as Archaeology, Economics, Geography, Information and Social Computing, Politics & International Relations or Philosophy. Psychology is additionally available as an option in Year 1.
CAO Points Range 2014 335 — 575 Length of course 3 years Average Intake 100
Entry Requirements English ¬ Irish ¬ A third language ¬ Three other recognised subjects
Your First Year Experience
A-Level/GCSE 2014 See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/alevel
Other EU Applicants See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/eu
From your first year, you will start to acquire abilities and skills that prepare you for your future studies and for challenging careers in all areas of professional life. Outside your core modules in Social Policy and Sociology, you will receive all the support and academic advice you need to help you choose the most appropriate combination of subject modules for your career or graduate study choices.
Leaving Certificate Passes in six subjects including those shown above, of which two must be minimum HC3
Non-EU Applicants See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/noneu
Your first year is also the time to introduce yourself to your fellow students and settle into university life. The small tutorial groups within your programme are the ideal opportunity to get to know people and make new friends, as are the many social events, clubs and societies on campus at UCD.
Level 5/6 FETAC Entry Routes Yes, see
www.ucd.ie/myucd/fetac
Level 6/7 Progression Routes None
Mature Entry Route Yes, see page ZZZ
Social Science Genetics BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Transgenic zebrafish larvae. Image by Dr Yolande Alvarez © UCD 2007
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