The Technological University of The Shannon's Drug & Medicinal Product Analysis – BSc (Hons) is designed for ambitious students eager to enter the vital pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. You will explore the intricate processes behind manufacturing and quality assurance for medicines and healthcare products, gaining a deep understanding of how to ensure safety, efficacy, and high standards. This programme is ideal for those with a keen interest in scientific analysis, formulation, and the regulatory landscape governing drug development. You will develop essential skills in biochemistry, chemistry, and analytical techniques, preparing you for a challenging and rewarding career.
This full-time, on-campus BSc (Hons) degree is studied over four years and is developed in conjunction with industry professionals. You will engage in hands-on laboratory experience, learning scientific techniques relevant to biochemical analyses, spectroscopic and chromatographic methods, and statistical process control. A key feature is the exciting eight-month work placement in Year 3, offering invaluable practical experience with science companies in Ireland or internationally. You will graduate with a strong foundation in drug and medicinal product technology, quality assurance, and instrumental analysis, ready for roles in regulatory affairs, research and development, and manufacturing.