BSc. Human Health and Disease

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Application Fee: € 55

Academic Qualifications: For admission to undergraduate programs at Trinity College Dublin, international students are required to have achieved a minimum academic score of 80-85% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 or 6.5, with no section below 5.5.
• TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 90, 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.

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.

Trinity College Dublin's BSc. Human Health and Disease program provides graduates with a wide range of career opportunities in various sectors related to healthcare, biomedical research, and public health.  

1. Clinical Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers as clinical researchers, conducting studies to investigate the causes, prevention, and treatment of diseases. They may work in academic institutions, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, or contract research organizations (CROs), contributing to the development of new therapies and medical advancements.

2. Healthcare Professional: With additional training and certification, graduates can pursue careers as healthcare professionals such as physicians, physician assistants, nurses, or allied health professionals. They may specialize in fields such as oncology, cardiology, immunology, or infectious diseases, providing direct patient care, diagnostic services, and treatment interventions.

3. Biomedical Scientist: Graduates can work as biomedical scientists in clinical laboratories, research institutions, or biotechnology companies, conducting experiments and analyzing biological samples to diagnose diseases, monitor treatment efficacy, and conduct research on new diagnostic techniques and therapeutic strategies.

4. Public Health Specialist: Graduates may pursue careers in public health organizations, government agencies, or non-profit organizations, working to promote health and prevent diseases at the population level. They may be involved in health education, policy development, epidemiological investigations, or community health initiatives aimed at improving public health outcomes.

5. Pharmaceutical Industry Professional: Graduates can explore opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry, working in areas such as drug development, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, or sales and marketing. They may contribute to the design and execution of clinical trials, drug safety assessments, drug registration processes, or medical communications.

6. Healthcare Consultant: Graduates may work as healthcare consultants, providing expertise and guidance to healthcare organizations, government agencies, or private companies on healthcare management, policy development, quality improvement, or healthcare technology implementation.

7. Academic or Educator: Graduates with a strong academic background may pursue careers in academia as researchers, educators, or academic administrators. They may teach courses in human biology, physiology, pathology, or public health, mentor students, and conduct research to advance knowledge in the field of human health and disease.

8. Healthcare Entrepreneur: Graduates with an entrepreneurial spirit may choose to start their ventures in healthcare-related fields, such as healthcare technology startups, medical device companies, or healthcare consulting firms, developing innovative solutions to address unmet needs in healthcare delivery, diagnostics, or therapeutics.