MSc Physics

at University College Dublin

Stage 1 - Option
 

• Electrodynamics & Gauge Theory

  ACM40010

• Riemannian Differential Geometry

  ACM40090

• High Performance Computing (ICHEC)

  ACM40640

• Gen Relativity & Black Holes

  ACM40750

• Machine Learning (Blended Delivery)

  COMP47460

• Advanced Machine Learning

  COMP47590

• Creative Thinking & Innovation

  IA40310

• Creative Thinking & Innovation

  IA40430

• Classical Mechanics and Relativity

  PHYC30020

• Quantum Mechanics

  PHYC30030

• Stellar Astrophysics & Astronomical Techniques

  PHYC30100

• Applied Quantum Mechanics

  PHYC40020

• High Energy Particle Physics

  PHYC40080

• General Relativity & Cosmology

  PHYC40120

• Quantum Theory of Condensed Matter

  PHYC40200

• Applied Optics

  PHYC40210

• Theoretical Astrophysics

  PHYC40360

• Nanomechanics - from single molecules to single cells

  PHYC40430

• Computational Biophysics and Nanoscale Simulations

  PHYC40470

• Advanced Statistical Physics

  PHYC40650

• Quantum Field Theory

  PHYC40800

• Physics Research Project 30

  PHYC40840

• Physics Research Project 45

  PHYC40850

• Physics Research Project 60

  PHYC40860

• Ultrafast Soft X-ray Photonics

  PHYC40930

• Bio-inspired technologies

  PHYC40940

• Research Integrity Online

  SCI50020

• Multivariate Analysis

  STAT40150

• Entrance to the programme requires a degree or equivalent in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline. An upper second class honours, or the international equivalent is required.

• In special circumstances, students with a strong physics background and lower second class honours degree may be accepted.

• Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

• Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the  English language requirements, may enter the programme upon  successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/ 

• These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes 

MSc Physics (F012) Full Time

EU          fee per year - € 9100
nonEU    fee per year - € 26400

Career opportunities, both in Ireland and internationally, include the following areas: launchers, earth observation, satellite navigation, space transportation, satellite communications, space science experiments, life and physical sciences and general support technology. The nanotechnology, materials, biomedical optics, and optical engineering.
 

The MSc can also be used as a stepping-stone to PhD research in physics or engineering. Prospective employers include agencies such as ESA and NASA, as well as Irish and international industry.