Pathways into Geoscience
Learn about the different courses and degrees that can lead you to a career in the geosciences.
Undergraduate Degree at a University
BSc (Hons) in Geoscience and related disciplines
University College Dublin
BSc (Hons) in Geology via Science Common Entry – CAO Code DN200
​Science (Earth & Environmental Sciences stream) - CAO Code DN200
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Trinity College Dublin
BA in Geography & Geoscience - CAO Code TR062​
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National University of Ireland Galway
BSc in Earth & Ocean Sciences - CAO Code GY314
BSc in Geography & Geosystems - CAO Code GY134
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University College Cork
​BSc in Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences - CAO Code CK404
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Level 5 QQI Course at a Community College
QQI Level 5 Courses
Galway Community College, Co. Galway
Biomedical Science / Laboratory Techniques
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Cathal Brugha FETC, Co. Dublin
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Dun Laoghaire FEI, Co. Dublin
​Pre-University Science (Laboratory Techniques)
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Tullamore FETC, Co. Offaly
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A list of all the Colleges offering the Level 5 course in Laboratory Techniques can be found on the PLC website here​​
Further Education:
Masters Degree Options
MSc in Applied Environmental Geoscience
​University College Cork’s level‑9 master’s provides in‑depth training in hydrogeology, engineering geology, environmental geophysics, geoinformatics, and environmental regulation, blending lectures, fieldwork, and a 30‑credit industry research project: Applied Environmental Geoscience UCC
MSc in Subsurface Characterisation & Geomodelling
UCD offers a cutting‑edge full‑time master’s training in 3D modelling, structural geology, geofluids, remote sensing, and geomodelling software (e.g. Petrel, Leapfrog, ArcGIS) for careers in resource and environmental sectors: Subsurface Characterisation & Geomodelling UCD.​
