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Ireland

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BSc Physics & Astrophysics

4 years

€2750 pa

Programme profile


Astronomy is the oldest, and yet the most modern of the sciences. As well as the theory of astrophysics, the course covers the latest technologies, observational techniques, and data analysis methods of modern Astronomy. Third year features a field trip to use an Italian observatory and students also use a well-equipped observatory on campus.

Programme content


Year One
Physics
Astronomy (includes Computer Science)
Mathematics
Applied Mathematics

Year Two
Physics
Astronomy and astrophysics (includes Computing)
Applied Mathematics

Year Three
Physics (six core modules)
Astronomy and astrophysics (includes field trip abroad and computing)
Applied Mathematics

Year Four
Physics and Applied Physics (six core modules)
Astrophysics
Cosmology
Laboratory, project work, and problem solving

Entry Requirements


Students must present six subjects of which two must be at grade C or above at Advanced GCE (A-Level. The other subjects must be at least at grade C or above on GCSE or Advanced Subsidiary GCE (AS) papers. The six subjects must include: English, Mathematics, a Laboratory Science subject and a language other than English.

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