BA/BS in Genetics

Dublin, Leinster, Ireland•QS 2027 #100 =

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BA/BS in Genetics is a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences programme taught at University College Dublin in Dublin, Ireland. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Biological Sciences

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: hub.ucd.ie ·

Program details

Overview

This four-year full-time Bachelor of Science in Genetics is taught on campus at UCD and carries 240 credits at NFQ Level 8. Students enter through the Science stream in biological, biomedical and biomolecular sciences, and the page lists internship and study abroad opportunities as part of the programme. The degree is awarded as a Bachelor of Science. Entry is through the CAO, and the requirements include mathematics and a laboratory science at stated grades, with Leaving Certificate subjects in English, Irish and other recognised subjects. A separate four-year Science course route is also listed under the same faculty entry.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: A-level: AAC, ABBD or ABB plus D at AS level. IB: 33 points. Mathematics: GCSE A or A Level D (or AS Level C), or IB SL 6 or HL 4. Laboratory science: same as mathematics. CAO points 2026: 543. Leaving Certificate: O2/H6 in Mathematics, O2/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or Geography may be used instead), and O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other recognised subjects.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About University College Dublin

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Type: University College

Control: Public

Campus setting: Suburban

Founded: 1854

QS rank: #100 =

Programs: 234

Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Genetics award?

University College Dublin awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Biological Sciences on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Genetics take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

Can BA/BS in Genetics be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University College Dublin.

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