Applied Science with laboratory techniques (QQI Level 5)
This one year full-time programme provides a solid foundation in General Science. The programme aims to provide both the knowledge and practical skills necessary to prepare learners for further studies in areas such as Biomedical, Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Agriculture, Food, Nutrition, Biological, Forensic and Sports Science as well as Pharmacy Technician programmes.  Click here for further information on Laboratory Analyst Apprenticeship.
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Laboratory Skills
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Safety and Health at Work
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Introduction to Cleanroom Operations
Modules are subject to change.
Leaving Certificate or QQI Level 4, or equivalent standard of education. All applicants are subject to an interview and an online assessment. Garda Vetting may also be required, depending on work placement setting.
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Athlone | US662   Applied Science (Level 6) US733   Pharmaceutical Science (Level 7) US738   Veterinary Nursing (Level 7) US861   Biotechnology (Level 8) US862   Microbiology (Level 8) US867   Bioveterinary Science (Level 8) US866   Pharmaceutical Science (Level 8) US865  Pharamacology (Level 8) |
South East Technological University (SETU) | SE500Â Â Science (Level 8) SE903Â Â Â Strength and conditioning (Level 8) SE727Â Â Biomedical Electronics (Level 8) SE501Â Â Agricultural Science (Level 8) |
Maynooth University (MU) | MH201    Science (Level 8) MH202    Biotechnology (Level 8) MH208    Biological & Biomedical Sciences (Level 8) MH209  Psychological (Science Degree) (Level 8) MH210  Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Chemistry (Level 8) |
University College Dublin (UCD) | DN200    Science (Level 8) DN250    Agricultural Science (Level 8) DN261  Food Science (Level 8) DN720    Psychology (Level 8) |
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) | AU569Â Â Â Applied Biology & Biopharmaceutical Sciences (Level 8) AU568Â Â Â Chemical & Pharmaceutical Science (Level 8) AU556Â Â Science (Level 8) AU671Â Â Medical Science (Level 8) AU669Â Â Â Forensic Science & Analysis (Level 8) AU663Â Public Health Nutrition (Level 8) AU973Â Â Clinical Measurement Physiology (Level 8) AU985Â Â Education Home Economics & Biology (Level 8) AU990Â Â Home Economics (Level 8) |
Dublin City University (DCU) | DC161    Analytical Sciences (Level 8) DC166    Environmental Science & Technology (Level 8) DC175    Physics (General Entry) (Level 8) CD180  Biological Sciences (Level 8) – general entry. DC203   Science Education ( Level 8) |
University of Galway | GY301Â Â Â Science (Level 8) GY303Â Â Biomedical Science (Level 8) GY308Â Â Environmental Science (Level 8) |
Trinity College Dublin | TR060Â Â Â Biological & Biomedical Sciences (Level 8) TR061Â Â Â Chemical Sciences (Level 8) TR062Â Â Â Geography & Geoscience (Level 8) TRO63Â Â Â Physical Sciences (Level 8) |
Limerick of University (UL) | LM096   Science with concurrent Teacher Education          (Physical sciences) (Level 8) LM092   Science with concurrent Teacher Education,          Biology with Physics, Chemistry or Ag Science)       (Level 8) |
 Munster Technological University (MTU), Cork Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) |  MT930  Home Economics & Business (Level 8): 3 years in MTU, plus 2 years UCC for Post Primary Teaching TU755  Science (Level 7) TU868 Clinical Measurement Science (level 8) TU871 Optometry (Level 8) |
For further information, please Elaine on 057 9349471 or email esheridan@loetb.ie
€50 QQI Level 5 Certification Fee – Medical Card holders or those in receipt of a Social Welfare payment are exempt from this Certification Fee.
VTOS: If you are over 21 years of age, are unemployed and have been getting certain social welfare payments for at least 6 months you can apply for the Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme (VTOS). Successful applicants can receive a VTOS payment for the duration of the course, instead of their social welfare payment. Small meal and travel allowances may also apply.
Course Details
Code: 5M3807
Award Title: QQI Level 5 – Certification in Laboratory Techniques
Duration: One year – September 4th, 2023 to May 24th, 2024.