Universities Ireland University College Cork Courses BSc Hons Astrophysics

BSc Hons Astrophysics

University College Cork

Cork, Ireland

Tuition Fee € 22,500
Country Rank#3
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 90

Program Overview

Physics occupies a central position in science and technology. It is concerned with fundamental questions about the basic building blocks of matter and how the universe evolved.

The Astrophysics degree at UCC is designed for those who have always harboured an interest in astronomy and the physics of the universe.

Course Content
Year 1 Modules

Option 1 - Core
- PY1052 Introductory Physics I (10 credits)
- PY1053 Introductory Physics II (10 credits)
- MA1058 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
- MA1059 Calculus (5 credits)
- MA1060 Introduction to Analysis (5 credits)
- AM1052 Introduction to Mechanics (5 credits)
- AM1053 Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (5 credits)
Electives
- AM1054 Mathematical Software (5 credits)
- CM1006 Introduction to Chemistry for Physicists and Mathematicians (10 credits)
- CM1007 Introduction to Chemistry for Physicists (15 credits)
- CS1061 Programming in C (5 credits)
- CS1065 Computer Applications with Visual Basic (5 credits)
- CS1068 Introductory Programming in Python (5 credits)
- MA1057 Introduction to Abstract Algebra (5 credits)
- PY1054 Special Topics in Physics (5 credits)
- ST1051 Introduction to Probability and Statistics (5 credits)
Option 2 - Core
- PY1052 Introductory Physics 1 (10 credits)
- PY1053 Introductory Physics II (10 credits)
- MA1058 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
- MA1059 Calculus (5 credits)
- MA1060 Introduction to Analysis (5 credits)
- CM1007 Introduction to Chemistry for Physicists (15 credits)
Electives
- BL1002 Cells, Biomolecules, Genetics and Evolution (5 credits)
- BL1003 Introduction to Biological Chemistry and Microbiology (5 credits)
- BL1004 Physiology and Structure of Plants and Animals (5 credits)
- BL1005 Introduction to Ecology (5 credits)
- Year 2 Core Modules: Astrophysics and Special Relativity; C/C++ Programming with Applications; Classical Mechanics; Computational Physics; Electrostatics and Magnetostatics; Experimental Physics; Experimental Methods; Fourier Methods; Multivariable Calculus; Quantum Physics; Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics. Electives: Ordinary Differential Equations; Linear Algebra; Mathematical Modelling
- Year 3 Core Modules: Computer Modelling and Numerical Techniques; Condensed Matter Physics: Electromagnetism; Experimental Physics; Experimental Methods; Nuclear and Particle Physics; Optics; Quantum Mechanics; Statistical Thermodynamics; Vector and Tensor Methods; Observational Astrophysics. Electives: Mathematical Experimentation and Chaos; Fluid Mechanics; Optimisation and the Calculus of Variations; Computational Techniques
- Year 4 Core Modules: Stars and the Interstellar Medium; Galactic and Extragalactic Astrophysics; Gravitation and Cosmology; Research Project; Experimental Physics. Electives: Quantum Optics; Physics of Semiconductor Devices; Advanced Mechanics; Advanced Quantum Mechanics; Advanced Electromagnetism; Advanced Condensed Matter Physics; Atomic and Molecular Physics; Quantum Field Theory; Introduction to Plasma Physics; Introduction to Lasers and Photonics; Advanced Computational Physics
Entry Requirement
Non-EU Candidates
Non-EU candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language.

Minimum Requirements and Accepted English Language Tests & ExaminationsThe minimum English language entry requirements for admission onto a postgraduate programme at UCC are outlined below. These requirements are for postgraduate applicants whose first language is not English. If Gaeilge (Irish) is your first language these requirements do not apply to you.There are a small number of programmes with a higher minimum English language entry requirement and we list these below under Programmes with a Higher Minimum English Language Requirement.IELTS*
- 6.5 Overall
- 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
TOEFL iBT
- 90 Overall
- Listening 20
- Reading 19
- Speaking 21
- Writing 20
Fees & Scholarships
The fees for BSc Hons Astrophysics may vary from €20,000 to €35,000 anually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for international students.
Career Prospect
Most practicing astronomers in Ireland, i.e. those carrying out astronomical research, tend to teach at the third level.

For those who do not pursue research in Astrophysics beyond their degree, graduates have the same wide range of potential employers as do those graduating with a Physics degree. Examples of the careers recent graduates have pursued include software engineer, energy researcher, Eircom engineer, stockbroker, geophysicist, and BT technical manager.

Cost Of Studying At University College Cork

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