Food Science

If you are interested in developing new innovative food products to meet the demands of the modern consumer, be it in the areas of healthy eating, athletic performance and disease prevention, the BSc in Food Science is the perfect course for you. The diverse scope of subjects covered provides students with a unique blend of scientific and technical skills designed to meet the needs of careers in the food industry, ranging from research and development to food processing and production.

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirements At least six subjects must be presented. Minimum grade H4 in one subject, minimum grade H5 in one subject and minimum grade O6/H7 in four other subjects. English and Irish are requirements for all programmes unless the applicant is exempt from Irish. Applicants will need to meet the following minimum entry requirements: English O6/H7 Irish O6/H7 Maths O6/H7 or H4* Lab Science O6/H7 or H4* The following are considered Lab Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics with Chemistry and Agricultural Science. Note H4 in either a Lab Science subject, Maths or Applied Maths or Computer Science* * If the H4 is in Maths, Applied Maths or Computer Science an 06/H7 in a Lab Science subject is also required.