BSc Hons Mathematics Sciences and Physics

at University College Cork

Year 1 Core Modules

• Introduction to Mathematical Modelling
• Mathematical Software
• Introduction to Abstract Algebra
• Introductory Physics I
• Introductory Physics II

Year 2 Core Modules

• Mathematical Modelling
• C/C++ Programming with Applications
• Computer Modelling and Numerical Techniques
• Fourier Methods
• Mathematical Analysis I
• Linear Algebra
• Multivariable Calculus
• Classical Mechanics
• Introduction to Quantum Physics
• Electrostatics and Magnetostatics
• Introduction to Astrophysics and Special Relativity
• Experimental Physics I

Year 3 Core Modules

• Vector and Tensor Methods
• Mathematical Analysis II
• Introduction to Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
• Quantum Mechanics
• Electromagnetism
• Statistical Thermodynamics
• Experimental Physics II

Year 4 Core Modules

• Topics in Mathematics
• Functional Analysis
• Project
• Measure Theory and Martingales
• Topics in Modern Algebra
• Topics in Differential Geometry
• Stochastic Modelling II

Plus

Physics Minor Research Project and 3 modules from List A and 2 modules from List B

Or

• Nuclear and Particle Physics
• Stars and the Interstellar Medium
• Galactic and Extragalactic Astrophysics
• Gravitation and Cosmology
• Physics Minor Research Project and one module from List A or B

List A

• Advanced Mechanics
• Advanced Quantum Mechanics
• Advanced Electromagnetism
• Atomic and Molecular Physics
• Gravitation and Cosmology
• Experimental Physics III

List B

• Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics
• Nuclear and Particle Physics
• Observational Astrophysics
• Advanced Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Field Theory
• Introduction to Plasma Physics
• Introduction to Lasers and Photonics
• Advanced Computational Physics
• Stars and the Interstellar Medium
• Galactic and Extragalactic Astrophysics
• Quantum Optics and Advanced Spectroscopy
   

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

The fees for BSc Hons Mathematics Sciences and Physics may vary from €20,000 to €35,000 anually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for international students.

Graduates from BSc (Hons) in Mathematics & Physics do well in the employment market because of the skills they offer. As society becomes increasingly more complex and more technologically oriented, the capacity for clear logical thinking and the quality of numeracy are in continuing and growing demand.
 

Employers recognise that graduates of this degree have already proved their ability to master difficult ideas and solve challenging problems and can consequently be expected to have the capacity and flexibility to quickly learn new techniques and new problem-solving skills. A wide range of careers is open to graduates of this degree.
 

Many careers are directly related to a qualification in this subject, such as teaching and lecturing, scientific research and development, software development and computing.
 

Many other careers require the ability to think logically and quantitatively, such as banking, management, consulting, and insurance. Some careers are open to graduates of any discipline, such as retailing, sales and marketing, administration, the media and the civil service.
 

Graduates can undertake a wide range of professional diplomas, as well as research MSc and PhD degrees.