MSc Molecular Medicine

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: For admission to postgraduate programs at Trinity College Dublin, international students are typically required to have achieved a minimum academic score of 65% or above in their prior qualifications.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.
• TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 88, with no section score below 20.
• PTE Academic: Overall score of 63, with a minimum of 59 in each section.
• Duolingo English Test (DET): Overall score of 120, with a minimum of 105.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Trinity College Dublin offers an array of scholarships to attract and support international students seeking to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and provide financial assistance to talented individuals from around the world.

Trinity Global Graduate Award: This award provides financial assistance to high-achieving international students applying for postgraduate programs. It covers full tuition fees for successful applicants, ensuring access to Trinity's exceptional academic offerings.

Trinity College Dublin Scholarships: These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students based on academic merit and may cover partial tuition fees or provide stipends to support living expenses.

Government and External Scholarships: TCD facilitates numerous external scholarship programs offered by governments, foundations, and organizations worldwide. These scholarships vary in criteria and scope, providing opportunities for international students across different academic disciplines.

Specific Program Scholarships: Certain academic departments or faculties within Trinity College Dublin may offer scholarships tailored to specific fields of study or research areas. These scholarships aim to attract exceptional talent and encourage students to pursue specialized programs.

Sports Scholarships: TCD also recognizes athletic excellence by offering scholarships to international students with outstanding sports achievements. These scholarships support student-athletes in balancing their academic pursuits with sports participation.

Graduates from the MSc in Molecular Medicine program at Trinity College Dublin possess a diverse skill set that opens doors to various career opportunities in the biomedical and healthcare sectors.

1. Research Scientist: Graduates can pursue roles as research scientists, contributing to groundbreaking discoveries in academic institutions, pharmaceutical companies, or biotechnology firms. They engage in laboratory-based research, exploring molecular mechanisms underlying diseases or developing new therapeutic strategies.

2. Biomedical Analyst: Opportunities exist in diagnostic laboratories where graduates can work as biomedical analysts. They perform molecular analyses, utilizing their knowledge to identify and diagnose diseases through genetic testing or other molecular techniques.

3. Clinical Research Coordinator: Some graduates opt to work in clinical settings, coordinating research trials that involve molecular medicine applications. They ensure adherence to protocols, facilitate patient recruitment, and manage data collection for clinical studies.

4. Medical Affairs Specialist: Graduates can enter pharmaceutical companies in roles related to medical affairs. They might work in regulatory affairs, managing clinical trial documentation or contributing to medical writing for drug-related publications.

5. Bioinformatics Specialist: With expertise in bioinformatics gained during the program, graduates may choose careers in computational biology. They analyze complex biological data, develop algorithms, or work on genomics projects involving next-generation sequencing.

6. PhD Studies: Many graduates pursue further academic research by enrolling in PhD programs. This allows them to delve deeper into specific areas of molecular biology, genetics, or related fields, conducting innovative research and contributing to scientific advancements.

7. Healthcare Consultant: Graduates may explore roles in healthcare consulting, advising on molecular diagnostics, precision medicine, or genomic applications. They might work with healthcare organizations or consulting firms to implement molecular medicine technologies.

8. Biotechnology Entrepreneur: Those interested in entrepreneurship can start their ventures in biotechnology or molecular diagnostics. This involves developing novel molecular tools, diagnostic kits, or therapeutic approaches based on molecular medicine concepts.