What is the programme about?
This programme is designed to enhance the skills of Chemists and Laboratory Technicians in analytical methods used for developing and testing chemical, pharmaceutical, food and drug products. It also builds and improves on the students’ knowledge of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry.
Who is the programme suited to?
Candidates who obtain a pass grade Higher Certificate (Level 6) in Applied Chemistry or similar programme may progress to the B.Sc. (Level 7) in Chemical Instrumentation/Analytical Methods.
Top 3 Reasons
1. This is the only programme in Chemical Instrumentation and Analytical methods in Ireland.
2. A major sector for employment of these graduates is in Quality Control laboratories across the Pharmaceutical, Environmental and Food Science Industries.
3. The Mid West region has a substantial scientific industrial base and LIT benefits from close contact with these industries.
September 2025
Moylish Campus
TUS Moylish Campus,
Moylish Park,
Limerick,
V94 EC5T, Republic of Ireland
A Higher Certificate (Level 6) in a relevant field.
An equivalent qualification to a Higher Certificate (Level 6) with appropriate pre-requisite subjects.
IELTS score for entry to undergraduate courses a minimum score of 5.5
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.