Science (Common Entry)

When you apply for Science you must select ONE of the following options: Common Entry SE500 Biosciences with Biopharmaceuticals SE500 Brewing and Distilling SE521 Pharmaceutics and Drug Formulation SE500 Applicants who select a specific degree option are guaranteed a place on that programme subject to meeting the entry requirements and points. Applicants who are undecided on choices should choose Common Entry. All applicants may change their selection up to the end of Year 1 and must confirm their specialism at that point. About the course? A Common Entry course is a popular choice for students who have an interest in a discipline but are unsure of what career path they would like to follow. Common Entry courses allow students to study a broad range of subjects initially and then choose their preferred specialist area. This allows students more time to discover what interests them most. Application Procedure Applicants to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree may choose a common entry option at CAO stage and select a specialist area after Year 1 or choose a specialist area at CAO stage. Course Structure The first year of this course provides students with a foundation in science, and subjects are common for all students. After Year 1, students separate into their chosen specialist area from the following: BSc (Honours) Biosciences with Biopharmaceuticals SE500 BSc (Honours) Brewing & Distilling SE521 BSc (Honours) Pharmaceutics and Drug Formulation SE500 The course offers a blend of academic and practical skill development and includes a period of industrial work placement. Course options Common Entry A Common Entry course is a popular choice for students who have an interest in a discipline but are unsure of what career path they would like to follow. Common Entry courses allow students to study a broad range of subjects initially and then choose their preferred specialist area. This allows students more time to discover what interests them most. Biosciences with Biopharmaceuticals This option equips students with a theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills and competencies demanded by the biopharmaceutical science and biotechnology industries. For more information on the BPH option click here » Brewing and Distilling This option will equip graduates with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies in brewing and distilling and enable them to make a contribution to this recognised growth industry. For more information on the BRD option click here » Pharmaceutics and Drug Formulation This option offers a solid foundation in chemistry and analytical science that will allow graduates to make a significant contribution to the pharmaceutical industry.