Bachelor Of Science (honours) Applied Bioscience in Athlone Institute of Technology, Ireland

Bachelor Of Science (honours) Applied Bioscience in Athlone Institute of Technology

Why take this course?

Significant employment opportunities are being created through expansion in the food and drink, farm and fishing Sectors. Students taking this add-on honours degree focus on animal and agricultural modules such as herd management strategies and environmental management and land use. There is also a distinct focus on food science through modules such as food and molecular microbiology, food processing and safety.

What opportunities might it lead to?

As a BSc Hons graduate, you may be employed by industry in roles such as product quality assurance, analysis/bioanalysis, validation, management and optimisation. Also, with an Honours degree, it is possible to pursue further postgraduate studies leading to Masters or PhD (Level 9/10) qualifications within AIT, at other Higher Education Institutions in Ireland or further afield.