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Study Physics in Ireland

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  • 9 institutions
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  1. Bachelor

    LM065 - Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Limerick 🇮🇪 Limerick, Ireland

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, PhD, Degree of Doctor

    University College Cork (UCC) 🇮🇪 Cork, Ireland

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  3. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS

    National University of Ireland, Maynooth 🇮🇪 Maynooth, Ireland

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  4. Master

    MSc EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS

    National University of Ireland, Maynooth 🇮🇪 Maynooth, Ireland

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  6. Master

    Physics - Applied Science (Applied Physics), MSc, Masters - Taught

    University College Cork (UCC) 🇮🇪 Cork, Ireland

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  7. Diploma

    Physics - Applied Science (Applied Physics), Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science, Postgraduate Diploma

    University College Cork (UCC) 🇮🇪 Cork, Ireland

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS

    National University of Ireland, Maynooth 🇮🇪 Maynooth, Ireland

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  9. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Dublin, Trinity College (TCD) 🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland

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  10. Master

    MSc MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS

    National University of Ireland, Maynooth 🇮🇪 Maynooth, Ireland

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  11. Research

    Theoretical Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (Postgraduate) (Research Programme)

    Queens University Belfast 🇮🇪 Belfast, Ireland

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  12. Other programmes

    Applied Physics & Instrumentation Part-time

    Cork Institute of Technology 🇮🇪 Bishopstown, Cork, Ireland

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  13. Other programmes

    Applied Physics & Instrumentation CR001

    Cork Institute of Technology 🇮🇪 Bishopstown, Cork, Ireland

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  15. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Queens University Belfast 🇮🇪 Belfast, Ireland

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  16. Bachelor

    Physics and Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    National University of Ireland Galway 🇮🇪 Galway, Ireland

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  17. Other programmes

    Theoretical physics

    University of Dublin, Trinity College (TCD) 🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland

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  18. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Queens University Belfast 🇮🇪 Belfast, Ireland

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  19. Master

    MSc in Plasma Physics

    Queens University Belfast 🇮🇪 Belfast, Ireland

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  20. Other programmes

    Physics and astrophysics

    University of Dublin, Trinity College (TCD) 🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland

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  21. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelors)

    Queens University Belfast 🇮🇪 Belfast, Ireland

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  22. Bachelor

    Physics with Astrophysics (Bachelor)

    National University of Ireland Galway 🇮🇪 Galway, Ireland

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Study Physics in Ireland – facts and figures

In Ireland, 9 universities and colleges offer 42 Physics programmes: 11 Bachelor, 8 Master and 5 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Belfast, Cork, Dublin and Maynooth. Institutions with the widest choice: Queens University Belfast, University College Cork (UCC) and University of Dublin, Trinity College (TCD).

Degrees in Physics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Physics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Physics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Physics programmes?

The directory lists 42 Physics programmes at 9 institutions in Ireland. Popular cities include Belfast, Cork and Dublin.

How long does it take to study Physics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Physics programmes in Ireland?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Queens University Belfast, University College Cork (UCC), University of Dublin, Trinity College (TCD), National University of Ireland, Maynooth and Cork Institute of Technology.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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