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MSc in Applied Toxicology



MSc in Applied Toxicology is a course run by Athlone Institute of Technology, Westmeath. It is a Classroom Based course with a duration of 1 year. For more information about MSc in Applied Toxicology at Athlone Institute of Technology, please review the details below.

Why take this course?

This is a one-year postgraduate degree programme leading to the award of Master of Science in Applied Toxicology. This programme is open to suitably qualified holders of honours degrees in science currently working in the pharmaceutical or biomedical industries who wish to upgrade their skills to master’s level or to newly qualified science graduates who wish to specialise in toxicology.

What will I experience?

The course is offered full-time over one academic year. Modules are delivered in the form of lectures, tutorials and practical classes with the support of the Virtual Learning Environment ‘Moodle’. Assessment involves a combination of written examinations held at the end of each semester, ongoing practical/project work and reports.

What opportunities might it lead to?

Graduates of this programme can expect to gain employment in research and development and at managerial and supervisory level in industry, particularly the medical devices sector, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food and agrochemicals and in contract toxicology testing organisations. Graduates of this programme have also obtained positions in regulatory affairs, contract testing laboratories, health and safety departments, as well as progressing to complete PhD programmes.

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Training ProviderAthlone Institute of Technology
Course LocationAthlone, Westmeath
Course TypeClassroom Based
Course Duration1 year
Course FeePOA
Entry RequirementsApplicants should hold a first or a second-class honours degree (either 2.1 or 2.2) in a science related area (for example food science, biochemistry, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, sports science, molecular biology, pharmacology, medicine, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine). Appropriate experience may also be required depending upon the degree qualifications. Non-EU nationals must provide evidence of ability to follow classes in English (IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 or 213 C.B.T, 110 iBT or equivalent). Applicants may be required to attend AIT for an interview. Skype interview may be arranged for international students.
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