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If you have a fascination with natural phenomena and find yourself constantly asking “why?” and “how?”, then you’re well on your way to being a scientist. With an exciting and diverse range of subjects, Science at UCD unfolds a universe of career opportunities for students who have an enquiring mind, an ability to solve problems and a desire to explore new worlds.

Why UCD Science?

There is a wide range of career opportunities available to Science graduates. UCD Science graduates are skilled at analysing data, writing reports and solving problems, and are trained to use their own initiative, all qualities that companies are looking for in employees. These skills can be transferred to businesses ranging from biotechnology, conservation and wildlife to IT, finance and forensics.

Many graduates continue their studies to masters or doctoral degree level. Leading UCD institutes and research centres include the UCD Conway Institute, UCD Earth Institute and UCD CASL (Complex & Adaptive Systems Laboratory). UCD is also home to NovaUCD, the Innovation and Technology Transfer Centre. Notable successes include the establishment of a range of spin-off companies including Changing Worlds and Lightwave Technologies.

DN200 Science

Is DN200 Science a General Science degree?

Why should I choose a Common Entry Science course?

This course is ideal if you are undecided about which area of Science interests you most as students have the flexibility to explore the full range of Science subjects.

The flexible curriculum allows students to specialise in First Year should they know what they want to study. For example, if you are only interested in Physics, you can focus your studies from First Year onwards in Physics.

The number of compulsory modules has been kept low to allow to you try out other subjects that you may not be familiar with or to deepen your interest in the areas that you wish to pursue to degree level.

Students make an informed decision about their degree subject at the end of Second Year.

When do I select my degree major?

DN201 Computer Science

The DN201 Computer Science course is mainly a software engineering degree and is suitable for students with or without previous programming experience. There is no assumption that students have prior programming experience and all students will take introductory programming modules in First Year. At the end of Second Year, students have the option to major in either Computer Science or Computer Science with Data Science.

DN230 Bachelor of Actuarial & Financial Studies

The DN230 Bachelor of Actuarial & Financial Studies (BAFS) is designed for students interested in becoming actuaries. This course offers the maximum exemptions from the Core Technical and Core Application exams and is designed for students interested in becoming actuaries. Students complete a professional work placement in third year that is integrated as part of the course in a financial institution or insurance company and equates to half the year’s work.

Are there any supports available to help students settle into UCD?

A key feature of UCD Science is our Peer Mentoring programme. Your Peer Mentor will help you to get to know the ropes and offer support as you adapt to College life.

During Orientation Week, academics and staff from the Science Office will be available to assist you in choosing your modules and in completing your registration. Academic advice is also available from experienced tutors when you drop in to the Maths and Computer Science Support Centres.

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