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Physics with Energy & Environment

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics with Energy & Environment is a four-year program that focuses on the application of physics to energy and environmental challenges. The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and computing, as well as specialized knowledge in energy and environmental science.

Program Details

TU Code

TU878

CAO Point Range 2024

363−543

NFQ Level

Level 8

Award Type

Major

Award

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

ECTS Credits

240

Duration

4 years

Number of Places

15

Location

Grangegorman

What is... Physics with Energy & Environment?

Many aspects of our economy and lifestyles depend increasingly on our ability to manage our energy needs and our environment. Challenges include energy production, management and distribution, sustainability, environmental monitoring and measurement, and the associated technologies.

Physics plays a crucial role in all of these areas. Physicists develop innovative technologies for these and other areas such as renewable energy, atmospheric monitoring, the green economy and many more.

If you’re interested in this course, and the applications of physics to energy and environment, you need to have an aptitude for science and a keen interest in physics. Year 1 provides a strong foundation across all the relevant science subjects and in mathematics. This will prepare you for the applied nature of the physics modules that are developed through to the final year, and for the specialist energy and environment, modules studied.

In Year 2, the core modules in physics, mathematics and computing are taught together with some specialised energy and environmental material, which are further developed in Years 3 and 4.

There’s a strong emphasis throughout the course on problem-solving skills, professional skills, computing and ICT skills. Problem-based learning will help you to become a good problem-solver and to develop key skills much sought after by industry and in research settings. You’ll also develop laboratory skills. These practical aspects of the course, will prepare you for employment in the relevant sectors or graduate study either here in Ireland or abroad.

Professional Accreditation

This course is recognised by the Institute of Physics.

Work Placement

In Year 3, students have the opportunity to participate in an industrial work placement for around six months.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Requirements

• Minimum Number of Subjects: 6
• Minimum Grade in Maths: O3/H7
• Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O6/H7
• Additional Requirements:
  • At least H4 in one of: Physics, Chemistry, Physics & Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Engineering, Technical Drawing, Technology or Design and Communication Graphics.

QQI/FET Requirements

• QQI/FET Award Required: Level 5: CASLT / 5M3807 Laboratory Techniques
• Additional Requirements:
  • Distinctions required: 5 distinctions which must include C20139 / 5N1833 Mathematics
  • Leaving Certificate Mathematics: O3/H7

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component.

Sample Timetable

Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course. Timetables are subject to change and up to date timetables will be provided to students on commencement.

What are my career opportunities?

• Research Scientist
• Environmental Physicist
• Energy Production
• Management
• Teaching

Module Listing

Year One

• Semester 1:
  • Introduction to Chemistry [Mandatory]
  • Introduction to Medical Instrumentation [Mandatory]
  • Introductory Mathematics [Mandatory]
  • Physics Horizons & Programming for Physicists I [Mandatory]
  • Physics Laboratory Stage I [Mandatory]
  • Physics Theory I [Mandatory]
• Semester 2:
  • Introduction to Chemistry [Mandatory]
  • Mathematics for the Physical Sciences I [Mandatory]
  • Physics Theory I [Mandatory]
  • Physics Laboratory Stage I [Mandatory]
  • Data Science 1 [Mandatory]
  • Astronomy, Environmental & Energy Physics [Mandatory]
  • Physics Horizons & Programming for Physicists I [Mandatory]

Year Two

• Semester 1:
  • Mathematics for the Physical Sciences II [Mandatory]
  • Physics Laboratory Stage II Part 1 [Mandatory]
  • Relativity, Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics [Mandatory]
  • Quantum Physics, Electromagnetism and Optics [Mandatory]
  • Mechanics and Thermodynamics [Mandatory]
  • Electronics and Semiconductor Devices [Mandatory]
  • Physics Horizons & Computational Physics [Mandatory]
  • Physics Laboratory Stage II Part 2 [Mandatory]
  • Renewable Energy / Technology for Sustainability [Mandatory]
• Semester 2:
  • Mathematics for the Physical Sciences III [Mandatory]
  • Physics Laboratory Stage II Part 1 [Mandatory]
  • Environmental Physics / Atmospheric Physics [Mandatory]
  • Quantum Physics, Electromagnetism and Optics [Mandatory]
  • Technological Approaches to Sustainability [Mandatory]
  • Physics Horizons & Computational Physics [Mandatory]
  • Physics Laboratory Stage II Part 2 [Mandatory]

Year Three

• Semester 1:
  • Solid State Physics 1 (Condensed Matter) [Mandatory]
  • Quantum Physics [Mandatory]
  • Electronics & Instrumentation 1 [Mandatory]
  • Thermal Physics [Mandatory]
  • Ionising Radiation & Nuclear Physics [Mandatory]
  • Career Preparation and Structured Placement [Mandatory]
  • Electromagnetisim and Optics [Mandatory]
• Semester 2:
  • Career Preparation and Structured Placement [Mandatory]

Year Four

• Semester 1:
  • Final Year Research Project [Mandatory]
  • Advanced Electronics [Mandatory]
  • Particle Physics and Astrophysics [Mandatory]
  • Invention, Innovation and Commercialisation [Mandatory]
  • Environmental Measurement [Mandatory]
  • Electromagnetism [Mandatory]
  • Statistical Physics [Mandatory]
  • Advanced Topics in Physics II & Research Methods [Mandatory]
• Semester 2:
  • Alternative Energy Systems [Mandatory]
  • Final Year Research Project [Mandatory]
  • Solid State Physics II [Mandatory]
  • Advanced Optics/ Applied Optical Spectroscopy/ Physics of Fluids [Mandatory]
  • Advanced Topics in Physics II & Research Methods [Mandatory]

Advanced Entry

Advanced Entry applications are accepted to this course. For further information on how to make an Advanced Entry application, please visit our CAO Hub. A full list of courses open for Advanced Entry are listed on the CAO website.

To qualify for Advanced Entry applicants must be currently studying, completing, or have successfully completed, studies at Level 6, 7 or 8 in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or an equivalent, in a related area. You must demonstrate by providing transcripts of results that you have achieved the learning outcomes for each stage you wish to advance past, for example:

• To enter Year 2 via Advanced Entry, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Year 1.
• For entry to Year 3, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Years 1 and 2.
• For entry to Year 4, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Years 1, 2, and 3.

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website.

Progression

On graduation, you may proceed to postgraduate studies leading to the award of MSc, MPhil or PhD at research institutes and universities worldwide.