Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Common Entry)

Why Study Science at WIT?

Studying science at WIT will broaden your understanding of the world around you and give you the skills needed to approach matters in a reasoned and analytical manner.

All of our programmes offer hands on practical experience and are highly regarded. The programmes were designed to meet the needs of industry in the region, nationally and internationally. Each program has a work placement built into the 3rd year. Feedback from employers and students about the placement experience is excellent.

What is Science (Common Entry)?

Science (Common Entry) was designed as a common entry course for the student who has a keen interest in science, but is unsure of which area they would like to specialise in. This course gives the student a flavour of a variety of different scientific disciplines, allowing them to keep their options open when applying to study science at third level.

Science (Common Entry) Degree Options

Upon completion of Year 1 of the BSc (Hons) in Science, students have the choice of progressing into the second year of any of the following degree courses that run in the Department of Science at WIT:

WD002 FOO - BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Innovation

WD002 BIO - BSc (Hons) in Molecular Biology with Biopharmaceutical Science

WD002 PHA - BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science

WD002 PHY - BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology

Leaving Cert: Minimum entry requirements for Science (Common Entry):

2 subjects: H5

4 subjects: O6/H7

English or Irish: O6/H7

Mathematics: O6/H7

Applying for Science (Common Entry) on the CAO:

You can apply for WD002 only ONCE. You must select ONE degree option i.e. WD002 PHA (Pharmaceutical Science), WD002 BIO (Molecular Biology with Biopharmaceutical Science), WD002 FOO (Food Science and Innovation), WD002 PHY (Physics for Modern Technology) or WD002 (Science common entry- no preference at this point). Applicants who are undecided should choose WD002 Common Entry.

Applicants who select a specific degree option are guaranteed a place in year 2 (e.g. WD002 BIO), subject to meeting the entry requirements and points.

At the end of year 1, students must confirm their degree option and may change their selection up to that date.

Advanced and Equivalent Entry for Science (Common Entry):

QQI FET/FETAC Entry

Advanced Entry - Years 2,3,4 or 5

Non-EU Applicants

Mature Entry Route

Recommendation for Science (Common Entry):

Applicants should note that a science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics with Chemistry or Agricultural Science) at Leaving Certificate is recommended for this programme.

We offer bespoke English language programmes to international students and graduates who require additional English language support before commencing their undergraduate or postgraduate study at WIT. The aim of this programme is to assist students in:

• developing their knowledge of English for Academic Purposes
• developing their critical thinking skills
• learning to become effective self-directed learners and researchers
• enhancing their social and inter-cultural skills by integrating into student life in Ireland.

Career Opportunities:

One of the best reasons for studying science is the wide variety of career opportunities that the graduate has access to. A science degree is a well-established platform to a surprisingly wide range of careers outside science (e.g. management, sales) as well as within science (laboratory, research, and teaching).

Career opportunities will be subject to your choice of specialist exit pathways. Science (Common Entry) is the gateway for four Level 8 BSc (Hons) degrees in Waterford Institute of Technology, which include the BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Innovation, BSc (Hons) in Molecular Biology with Biopharmaceutical Science, BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science, and BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology. At the end of first year you will be asked to select one of the courses to study in order to obtain your final award. For more information on career opportunities visit the courses under the follow on study section.

Follow on study:

Opportunities for postgraduate study are available at WIT and other insitutions. The opportunities for postgraduate study will be subject to the course you choose to get your degree in. For more information on the follow on study opportunities visit the following courses:

WD002 FOO - BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Innovation

WD002 BIO - BSc (Hons) in Molecular Biology with Biopharmaceutical Science

WD002 PHA - BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science

WD002 PHY - BSc (Hons) in Physics for Modern Technology

• In order to make an application, you must first register and create an account with PAC.

• An application can be made by a student, or by an agent on behalf of the student.

• You will need access to a credit card to facilitate payment of the application fee of €50. You will be unable to complete the application process until payment has successfully been made.

• Upload all relevant documentation and scanned copies of your CV and Transcripts. Alternatively, you can post them to the PAC centre in Galway and they will upload them on your behalf