Chemistry with Artificial Intelligence

Course Details

CAO Code:

DC160

Course Type:

Undergraduate

NFQ Level:

8 - Please see www.qqi.ie for further information

Placement:

Yes

Delivery Modes

Full-Time

Minimum Points

N/A

Duration

Three Years

Do you want to have real impact in an area such as drug design, climate change,fighting pollution, or smart materials development? Chemists who can unlock the power of artificial intelligence (AI) are in huge demand globally when it comes to finding new medicines and sustainable materials. It’s fair to say they’re creating a new tomorrow for everyone as AI revolutionises how drugs and materials are discovered, developed and produced. 

Applying the power of AI

During the course, you’ll explore AI applications in chemistry using large datasets, powerful computing architectures and advanced learning algorithms. As you develop your understanding of how to apply AI techniques and technologies, you’ll also learn from our deeply involved industry partners, who take an active role throughout the course. 

During the first two years, you’ll study the fundamental basis of chemistry, and then go on to learn programming, machine learning and the skills and theory you need to apply AI to chemistry. In third year you’ll do an INTRA work placement, while in your final year, you’ll carry out independent research in an area of applied chemistry.

Future-proof your career

Given the scale of the chemical pharmaceutical industry and the dearth of chemists with specialist AI know-how, graduates will be in particularly high demand. You may go on to work for large multinational companies in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or materials sectors, but could also choose to join a start-up or small business that needs your expertise.

To study Chemistry with Artificial Intelligence, you must join our Chemical Sciences General Entry programme (DC163) and choose this option at the end of Year 1.

Entry Requirements

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General Entry Requirements

Entry is via Chemical Sciences General Entry - and list the requirements for that programme, https://www.dcu.ie/dc163 

Leaving Cert

Entry is via Chemical Sciences General Entry - and list the requirements for that programme, https://www.dcu.ie/dc163 

GCE A Level

Entry is via Chemical Sciences General Entry - and list the requirements for that programme, https://www.dcu.ie/dc163 

Advanced Entry

Holders of Higher Certificate/National Certificates or Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree/National Diplomas with Merit or Distinction may be admitted into second year if the relevant Programme Boards are satisfied that the candidate has achieved an appropriate standard in the major subjects covered in Year One. Direct entry into third year is possible for well-motivated students holding a distinction at Diploma level in a related discipline.

Fees and Funding

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Fees

Full time

Student Contribution

€3,043 per annum

EU Status Fee

€6,679 per annum

Non EU Fee

€15,500 per annum