Ciara Hegarty

Ciara Hegarty, Biotechnology

 

Why you chose to study in DCU?

 

I always knew I wanted to study science and so I started looking  at courses that would suit my specific interests and DCU offered  so many. My sister also attended DCU so I was comfortable and  familiar with the campus.  

DCU also offered a pre-uni access course into my course  Biotechnology which I think is amazing as it gives students who  may not be happy with their leaving cert the chance to get into  their preferred course.

 

One unique part about your course that you like


The opportunities it gives me. With this course I have the options  to go into a range of different careers as well as the chance to  explore these careers through an internship in 3rd year.

Best thing about DCU experience so far


My involvement in societies and the different opportunities DCU  has given me so far such as class rep, becoming treasurer of the  Science and Health society and my involvement as student  ambassador.

Advice you would give to your younger self thinking of what to do/ where to go 


Not to worry about the leaving cert too much as there’s always a  way to get to the course you want.

Plans after DCU 


Continue my studies through either obtaining my PhD in disease  research or completing a masters. I’d also love the opportunity to  explore my degree in other countries through hands on  internships and work.