BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

THE MAYNOOTH BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE

Why Maynooth University Science?

• The Maynooth University Faculty of Science and Engineering is engaged in cutting-edge research in various scientific fields, with professors bringing their expertise into the classroom.
• We take great pride in our warm and supportive campus community, which creates a positive learning environment where students can thrive academically and feel comfortable asking questions.
• Our MH201 BSc Science programme goes beyond just teaching content – we focus on nurturing critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills, all of which are valuable for a wide range of careers.
• The Faculty of Science and Engineering at Maynooth University comprises the following departments:
  1. The Department of Biology
  2. The Department of Chemistry
  3. The Department of Computer Science
  4. The Department of Electronic Engineering
  5. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics
  6. The Department of Physics
  7. The Department of Psychology
  All Faculty of Science and Engineering departments are involved in a diverse range of interesting and dynamic research areas. Visit the departments’ webpages for more detail and read the pages that follow for MH201 subject information relating to each department.

Why MH201 Bachelor of Science Degree?

• MH201 BSc Science is the most sought-after degree in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Maynooth University.
• It is the perfect choice for those who are curious about the natural world and want to understand how it operates from the smallest atom to the vastness of space.
• This degree is ideal for students interested in multiple areas of science and who want the flexibility to explore their interests before specialising.
  MH201 BSc Science will equip you with valuable skills that go beyond specific scientific knowledge. You will hone your critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities. You will learn to communicate complex ideas effectively, both in writing and verbally. These skills are highly sought after by employers in various fields, making it a versatile and rewarding choice.

Choose 4 subjects from the 8 available (1 of the 4 must be Mathematics). Refine your subject choices during the following three years of your BSc degree.

Please check the Course Structure tab for details about some timetabling limits for subject combinations.

My MU BSc Experience

Visit the International Office website for details.

• As a student of science or engineering at Maynooth, you will have access to leading researchers working in research institutes including the Callan Institute, Hamilton Institute, Institute of Immunology and National Centre for Geocomputation – all of which are associated with the Faculty.
• You will have the opportunity to develop strong problem-solving and analytical skills during your degree, with your theoretical knowledge reinforced through practical sessions in our state-of-the-art laboratories.
• You will have the opportunity to develop advanced teamwork, leadership and numeracy skills – all of which are highly valued in many sectors of the labour market.

Career pathways for MH201 graduates: depending on the subjects chosen (and potential further specialisation), roles for MH201 graduates include, but are not limited to:

• Agriculture
• Aerospace
• Biomedical
• Biotechnology
• Chemical
• Diagnostics
• Energy
• Environmental consultancy
• Food processing
• Hospitals
• ICT
• Manufacturing (including cosmetics, computers, electronics, medical equipment)
• Medical technologies
• Ophthalmic
• Pharmaceutical
• Research & development
• Science Communications
• Scientific publishers
• Teaching
• Telecommunications
• Water/environmental control