Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career in a variety of biomedical or science settings, including hospitals, research labs, and pharmaceutical companies. Throughout the course, students will learn about fundamental laboratory techniques, such as microscopy, DNA extraction, and cell culture, as well as more advanced topics like immunology, pharmacology, and disease pathology. They will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with various laboratory equipment and instruments, preparing them for success in real-world laboratory settings.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Biology
Anatomy and Physiology
Medical Terminology
Infection, prevention, and control
Chemistry
Laboratory Skills
Mathematics
Work Experience
Communications
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
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.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
Employment in the biomedical science/technology field offers a secure and lucrative career. Graduates of this course will have a strong foundation in the core sciences required to obtain positions in laboratories or other science related areas such as biotechnology, pharmaceutical science, chemical and biochemical engineering.