Overview

The NanoBio Science MSc programme from University College Dublin is for students excited by the prospect of studying and researching in this emerging interdisciplinary area, where physics, chemistry, engineering and life sciences all come together.

Manipulating matter at the nanoscale is already leading to new and improved imaging and display technologies, biomedical sensors, and solar cells for environmentally friendly energy production. The design, fabrication and control of devices with nanoscale (billionth of a metre) dimensions is an engine of innovation in almost every sector.

Career opportunities:

The programme prepares you for industry or further research. Career opportunities include the pharmaceutical industry, telecommunications, diagnostic imaging, green technologies and sensor applications, both in Ireland and internationally. It is also a stepping stone to PhD research in the areas of nanoscience, biophotonics and nanotechnology.

Prospective employers include Abbott, Alcon, Allergan, Bausch & Lomb, Becton Dickinson, Boston Scientific, Eblana Photonics, Intel, Pfizer, Pharma-Bio Serv, Philips, and SensL.

Programme Structure

A full list of modules is available for the MSc NanoBio Science. Modules are subject to change and are not guaranteed by UCD.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00

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More details

Graduate applications will close once all places on a programme have been allocated

Language

English

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130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

65

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Biotechnology Molecular Sciences Nanoscience and Nanotechnology View 6 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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65

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140

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

This programme is intended for applicants with a degree in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Material Science or a related discipline. An upper second class honours or international equivalent is required.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

29100 EUR / year

≈ 29100 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

10460 EUR / year

≈ 10460 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Academic requirements

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