Direct Entry (Higher Education - HET)

General Science (with IT Sligo)

Cavan Institute
Cavan Institute
Course Code
CI061
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
1 Year
Attendance
Full Time

Course Summary

Students enter Year 1 of the BSc (Level 7) in General Science at Cavan Institute to prepare for a choice of science qualifications provided by IT Sligo in subsequent years. This is the starting point for a successful and varied career in science. In Year 1, all the science subjects are taught (Biology, Physics and Chemistry) as well as Maths, Information Technology and Learning to Learn. Students will visit IT Sligo several times during this first year to become familiar with the campus and science programmes, meet students, access supports and do experiments. One of their first year subjects at Cavan Institute will be an online introduction to the Science programmes available to them from second year at IT Sligo.

College Link

College Link > CI061 - General Science (with IT Sligo)

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Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Language Options

* Time abroad utilising this language

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Note: It may also be possible to do an Erasmus+ Programme allowing you to study abroad for a period of at least 2 months to 12 months. This study can be through English or through your language of choice � please check with your course coordinator to see if this is possible for this course.

Entry Requirements

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PLC Progression Links

This course does not appear to accept applicants with Further Education and Training (FET) awards. Please check with the college directly - sometimes this data is not published openly, or special arrangements may be available.

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The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Career Progression

After successful completion of first year Science at Cavan Institute, students will move to IT Sligo, choosing one of four Level 7 Science programmes

  • Environmental Science
  • Pharmaceutical Science
  • Biomedical Science
  • Occupational Safety and Health

Further Research

College Link > CI061 - General Science (with IT Sligo)

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

DISCLAIMER: These links are to official sources of information for this course - we accept no responsibility for the information on them.

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