University of Limerick

Course Description

• ​The Bioscience degree merges studies of cell biology, molecular biology, and immunology with a focus on molecular medicine
• Ireland is one of the leading international locations for the Life Science industry, which spans biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics, medical devices and biotechnology, and the degree is designed to align with these areas
• The course includes specialist guest lectures by members of the external BioPharma community giving the students a state-of-the-art insight into this exciting field
• Core modules include: microbiology and immunology, cell communication and regulation, cell and molecular biology of the immune system, current trends in biotechnology and regenerative medicine, pharmacology and drug development, cancer mechanisms, therapeutics and molecular medicine, advanced cell and molecular biology, host microbe interactions
• The course includes significant laboratory based training and an independent research project. In addition the student will be placed in industry for eight months, giving real-world experience and an introduction to the BioPharma/industrial community