The UCD Science (DN200) course offers 27 degrees categorised into the following streams: Students can study subjects from more than one stream in first year. It is also possible for students to change their stream in first year.
At the end of first year, students choose a minimum of two subjects to study in second year (for example Statistics and Mathematics or Genetics and Microbiology). Students will major in one of these subjects in third and fourth year.
The DN201 Computer Science degree entry is designed for students who wish to specialise in computer science or data science, and want to pursue careers in software engineering, data analytics, the tech industry more generally, or research and development. At the end of Second Year, students have the option to major in either Computer Science or Computer Science with Data Science.
The DN230 Bachelor of Actuarial & Financial Studies (BAFS) 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.
(DN240 Sustainability) Across the four years of this course, you will develop interdisciplinary skills and knowledge on sustainability, spanning its environmental, societal and economic aspects. In this specialisation, there is a particular focus on science and technology to understand and address climate change and the degradation of our natural environment.
If you have a fascination with natural phenomena and find yourself constantly asking “why?” and “how?”, then you are well on your way to being a scientist. With an exciting and diverse range of degrees, 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.
