Higher Certificate In Science Applied Science in Athlone Institute of Technology, Ireland

Higher Certificate In Science Applied Science in Athlone Institute of Technology

Why take this course?

The Higher Certificate in Applied Science will give you an excellent chance to explore areas of biology, physics, mathematics and chemistry. It allows you to develop your interests over two years of study. You can then choose to continue your studies or seek employment. Graduates are typically employed as science technicians in research, industry, educational institutions and governmental agencies.

What opportunities might it lead to?

As a graduate you are eligible to apply for the following Level 7 programmes for the third year of your studies:

• BSc in Biotechnology
• BSc in Forensic Toxicology
• BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Drug Development & Analysis).

Additionally, there are add-on level 8 degree programmes in Biotechnology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Sciences for level 7 graduates who wish to obtain an honours degree in science.