This Pre-University Science course has been designed to meet the needs of a variety of students wishing to study Science, specifically those who did not satisfy the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course, and adult returnees to education.
Students who pass all modules including course practical work (the pass mark in each subject is 50%) may be eligible for entry to a variety of Level 7 and 8 degree courses in Universities and Institutes of Technology nationwide.
Course Content
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Laboratory Skills, Microbiology, Work Experience, Communications, Anatomy & Physiology.
College Links & Career Opportunities
Successful students may gain entry to a variety of courses. Students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. Click this course code 5M3807 to see the list of Third Level courses this Award links with.
This course is free for those over 21 and in receipt of a social welfare payment*. Click here for more information and to check eligibility.
| College | City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus |
| Course ID | 179841 |
| Course Location | Coolock, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Laboratory Techniques |
| Course Duration | one year |
| Course Fee | 270 |
| Entry Requirements | Leaving Certificate with minimum of O5 in Maths. Mature students welcome. |
| Career Path | Successful students may gain entry to a variety of courses. Students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. Click this course code 5M3807 to see the list of Third Level courses this Award links with. |
| Course Code | 5M3807 |
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