The programme provides professional training for Bachelor of Science graduates who wish to pursue a career in industry. It covers all the major chemical and biochemical analytical techniques and general laboratory skills relevant to Irish manufacturing and service industry. The programme was designed with reference to a detailed survey of industrialists. Six to eight graduates are selected each year. Specific entry requirements are a B.Sc.
Final selection is by interview and is highly competitive.
The employment rate of graduates of the course has continuously been one hundred percent, almost entirely in positions commensurate with their training. More than sixty percent are employed in Ireland the remainder emigrating, from choice. Many of the earlier graduates are now in senior management positions. The course participants receive guest lectures, given by industrialists and professional analysts. Suitable industries Graduates are suitable for PEP placement in pharmaceutical, healthcare and food industries.