Students who entered the University through the College of Medicine and Health may apply to take programmes in Science leading to the award of a BSc (Hons) Degree in one of Anatomy or Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Pathology (Medical Microbiology), Pharmacology or Physiology.

With the approval of the Professor of Anatomy and the College of Medicine and Health, a student who has passed the Third University Examination in Medicine and who has attained an aggregate mark of at least 60% in their Second Year, may proceed to the BSc (Hons) Degree by (a) satisfactorily pursuing modules in Anatomy or Neuroscience to the value of 60 credits as determined by the Head of Department and (b) reaching the required standard at the BSc (Hons) Degree Examination in Anatomy or Neuroscience.

With the approval of the Head of the School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology and the College of Medicine and Health, a student who has passed the Third University Examination in Medicine and who has attained an aggregate mark of at least 60% in their Second Year, may proceed to the BSc (Hons) Degree by (a) satisfactorily pursuing modules in Biochemistry to the value of 60 credits as determined by the Head of the School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology and (b) reaching the required standard in the BSc (Hons) Degree Examination in Biochemistry.

With the approval of the Head of the Department of Pathology and the College of Medicine and Health, and in the case of Pathology (Medical Microbiology) the Head of the School of Microbiology and the Professor of Medical Microbiology, a student who has passed the Third University Examination in Medicine and who has attained an aggregate mark of at least 60% thereat in Pathology may proceed to a BSc (Hons) Degree by (a) satisfactorily pursuing modules to the value of 60 credits in Pathology as determined by the Head of the Department of Pathology, or in Microbiology as determined by the Head of the School of Microbiology (b) reaching the required standard in the BSc (Hons) Degree Examination in Pathology or the BSc (Hons) Degree Examination in Microbiology.

With the approval of the Head of the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics and the College of Medicine and Health, a student who has passed the Third University Examination in Medicine and who has attained an aggregate mark of at least 60% thereat may proceed to a BSc (Hons) Degree by (a) satisfactorily pursuing modules in Pharmacology and cognate areas to the value of 60 credits as determined by the Programme Co-ordinator, and (b) reaching the required standard in the BSc (Hons) Degree Examination in Pharmacology.

With the approval of the Head of the Department of Physiology and the College of Medicine and Health, a student who has passed the Third University Examination in Medicine and who has attained an aggregate mark of at least 60% in their Second Year may proceed to a BSc (Hons) Degree by (a) satisfactorily pursuing modules in Physiology to the value of 60 credits as determined by the Head of the Department and (b) reaching the required standard in the BSc (Hons) Degree Examination in Physiology. It is also strongly recommended that students have attained a mark of at least 60% in special study module PL2025 during the Second University Examination in Medicine.

With the approval of the Professor of Epidemiology and Public Health, and the College of Medicine and Health, a student who has passed the Third University Examination in Medicine and who has attained an aggregate mark of at least 60% in their Second Year, may proceed to the Intercalated BSc (Hons) Degree. No student may register for the Intercalated BSc Degree programme of study until the Third University Examination in Medicine has been passed to an Upper Second Class honours Standard.

While pursuing any of the above programmes a student will not be permitted to pursue any other programmes (medical or otherwise).

ANATOMY or NEUROSCIENCE
Modules to the value of 60 credits as follows:
AN3001 (5 credits), AN4008 (10 credits), AN4009 (5 credits), AN4011 (20 credits), AN4012 (5 credits), AN4013 (5 credits), AN4014 (5 credits) and BC4011 (5 credits)
Candidates undertake a substantial research project in Anatomy/Neuroscience, AN4011, which includes preliminary intensive training in appropriate research methodology and an in-depth literature review. It is presented as a thesis.

BIOCHEMISTRY
Modules to the value of 60 credits as follows:
BC4012 (15 credits) plus modules to the value of 45 credits to be selected from the following modules and with the agreement of the Head of the School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology:
BC3001 (5 credits), BC3003 (5 credits), BC3004 (5 credits), BC3005 (5 credits), BC3006 (5 credits), BC3007 (5 credits), BC3008 (5 credits), BC3009 (5 credits), BC3010 (5 credits), BC3012 (5 credits), BC4001 (5 credits), BC4002 (5 credits), BC4005 (5 credits), BC4009 (5 credits), BC4010 (5 credits), BC4011 (5 credits), BC4016 (5 credits), BC4017 (5 credits) and GN4001 (5 credits).

PATHOLOGY (Medical Microbiology)
Modules to the value of 60 credits as follows:
MB4002 (15 credits) plus modules to the value of 45 credits to be selected from the following modules and with the agreement of the Head of the School of Microbiology:
MB3001 (5 credits), MB3002 (5 credits), MB3005 (5 credits), MB3006 (5 credits), MB3007 (5 credits), MB3008 (5 credits), MB3012 (5 credits), MB3901 (5 credits), MB4001 (5 credits), MB4011 (5 credits), MB4019 (5 credits), MB4027 (5 credits), MB4029 (5 credits), MB4030 (5 credits), MB4031 (5 credits), and MB4111 (5 credits).

PHARMACOLOGY
Modules to the value of 60 credits, including:
PT3002 (5 credits), PT3005 (5 credits), PT4005 (5 credits), PT4010 (15 credits), PT4011 (5 credits), PT4012 (5 credits) plus modules to the value of 20 credits to be selected from the following modules in agreement with the Programme Co-ordinator:
AN3001 (5 credits), AN3013 (5 credits), AN4009 (5 credits), AN4012 (5 credits), AN4014 (5 credits), BC3004 (5 credits), BC3006 (5 credits), BC3007 (5 credits), BC3008 (5 credits), BC3009 (5 credits), BC3010 (5 credits), BC4001 (5 credits), BC4005 (5 credits), BC4008 (5 credits), BC4009 (5 credits), BC4011 (5 credits), PL4005 (5 credits), PL4006 (5 credits), PL4009 (5 credits), PL4010 (5 credits), PL4012 (5 credits), PL4013 (5 credits) and PL4014 (5 credits), PL4015 (5 credits),

PHYSIOLOGY
Modules to the value of 60 credits as follows:
PL4020 (20 credits) plus modules to the value of 40 credits to be selected from the following modules:
PL4005 (5 credits), PL4006 (5 credits), PL4007 (5 credits), PL4009 (5 credits), PL4010 (5 credits), PL4012 (5 credits), PL4013 (5 credits), PL4014 (5 credits), PL4015 (5 credits),
Candidates undertake a substantial research project (PL4020) which is presented as a thesis.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Modules to the value of 60 credits as follows:
EC4302 (5 credits), EH4000 (5 credits), EH4003 (5 credits), EH4005 (5 credits), EH4007 (15 credits), EH4008 (5 credits), EH4009 (5 credits), GP4000 (5 credits), GV4000 (5 credits) and SS4000 (5 credits).

Examinations
Full details of regulations governing Examinations for each programme are contained in the Marks and Standards 2021/2022 Book and for each module in the Book of Modules, 2021/2022.

Programme Learning Outcomes for BSc Intercalated (Anatomy or Neuroscience) (NFQ Level 8, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology and applied psychology and apply this knowledge to understanding the function of the human nervous system;
• Use fundamental knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology and applied psychology to derive and apply solutions which promote a better understanding of the diseased or injured human nervous system and its repair;
• Communicate effectively with the scientific community and appreciate the importance of contributing to the public understanding of science and neuroscience in particular;
• Apply the scientific method of investigation and hypothesis testing, including the development of theoretical and practical skills, in the design and execution of experiments;
• Analyse research literature and present such analyses in both written and oral formats.

Programme Learning Outcomes for BSc Intercalated (Biochemistry) (NFQ Level 8, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of Biochemistry;
• Describe, apply and perform a range of Biochemistry laboratory techniques;
• Design, implement and evaluate scientific investigations and assess, interpret and present scientific data;
• Analyse critically research literature and present such analyses in both written and oral formats;
• Engage in professional and academic communication with other scientists;
• Work effectively, ethically and professionally as an individual, in teams and in multi-disciplinary settings, with the capacity for leadership and innovation.

Programme Learning Outcomes for BSc in Pathology (Medical Microbiology) (NFQ Level 8, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Discuss the key principles and concepts underpinning the discipline of Microbiology;
• Describe the role of microbes in society and critically analyze future microbiological developments of relevance to society;
• Discuss in detail the physiology and biochemistry of bacteria, and the key elements of genetics in prokaryotes, eukaryotic microbes and viruses;
• Explain the molecular basis of infectious diseases and host immune responses;
• Explain the role and applications of microbes in the food and biotechnology industries, in environmental biotechnology and in ecosystem functioning;
• Critically assess recent and ongoing developments in scientific research and effectively communicate scientific knowledge both orally and in writing;
• Apply fundamental laboratory procedures in Microbiology for applications in research, in medical and/or industrial laboratories;
• Apply the scientific method of investigation and hypothesis testing, including the development of theoretical and practical skills, in the design and execution of experiments;
• Demonstrate appropriate scientific proficiency for entry into further postgraduate education/research or for employment in government, academic or industrial positions.

Programme Learning Outcomes for BSc Intercalated (Pharmacology) (NFQ Level 8, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Show knowledge and understanding of the core principles of pharmacology and toxicology;
• Integrate drug effects at cell, tissue and organism levels;
• Explain drug effects in the wider contexts of physiology, pathophysiology and related disciplines in management of human disease;
• Synthesize and evaluate the pharmacological literature on a specific topic;
• Plan, carry out and interpret pharmacological research using appropriate techniques;
• Demonstrate transferable skills for biomedical research, including initiative and personal responsibility, decision-making in complex situations, and communication of information, ideas, problems and solutions in various ways.

Programme Learning Outcomes for BSc Intercalated (Physiology) (NFQ Level 8, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Describe the different physiological systems and how they integrate to determine the function of the organism as a whole;
• Explain with suitable molecular, cellular and integrated physiology examples, the concept of homeostasis and how its disruption can lead to the disease state;
• Select techniques suitable for the evaluation of physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, organ and system level, in an integrated manner that can be used to increase our knowledge of both normal and pathophysiological states;
• Critically evaluate research publications. Formulate research ideas and hypotheses, and design and conduct experiments with appropriate controls;
• Interpret laboratory findings, perform appropriate statistical analysis and clearly communicate research findings to scientific and lay audiences, both orally and in writing, in the context of the research project and course work.
  

Programme Learning Outcomes for BSc Intercalated (Public Health and Health Sciences) (NFQ Level 8, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate detailed knowledge of the field of population health and its constituent disciplines including epidemiology, health promotion, health protection and public health advocacy;
• Demonstrate good knowledge of the biological basis of disease, the social influences on patterns of health and ill-health, as well as quantitative and qualitative research methodologies;
• Investigate complex public health/health promotion problems including developing a research protocol; applying the relevant quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies;
• Critically appraise the quality of primary and secondary research;
• Discuss strategies to design, plan, implement and evaluate services, programmes and interventions to address public health issues;
• Analyse the relevance of national and international health related policy, at local, national and international levels;
• Work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multi-disciplinary settings together with the capacity to undertake lifelong learning;
• Communicate effectively with colleagues in public health, health promotion and the wider health system, and with society at large.