Overview

The Theoretical Physics (Hons) degree from University College Dublin is ideally suited to students who enjoy studying Mathematics and Physics for their Leaving Certificate.

Insights from Theoretical Physics are driving our understanding of nature at all scales, from the origin of large-scale structures in the universe to the Planck scale, where our current understanding of space and time breaks down.

The degree comprehensively covers Theoretical Physics, while developing your knowledge and expertise in problem solving, using analytical and computational techniques, which have wide application in, for example, biophysics, econophysics, quantum physics, relativity and nanoscience.

Careers

Theoretical Physics graduates can choose to develop careers in a variety of sectors including:

Academic and government research institutions
Energy technologies
Information and communication technology
Advanced materials [e.g. semiconductor industry]
Management consulting, stock market and financial risk analysis
Climate change and environmental impact analysis
Second- and third-level education

The Theoretical Physics graduates are well prepared for further research and have successfully completed PhDs in MIT, Caltech, Harvard, Princeton and Cambridge, as well as in UCD.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computational Science

Classical Mechanics

Calculus of Several Variables

Quantum Mechanics

Oscillations & Waves

Vector Calculus

Methods for Physicists

Electronics & Devices

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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90

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63

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140

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements

O2/H6 in Mathematics
O2/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or Geography may be used instead of a laboratory science subject) and

O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other recognised subjects

General Entry Requirements (A-Level)

AAC / ABBC / ABB
+ E AS Level

General Entry Requirements (IB)

33

Subject Requirements (Mathematics)

GCSE A / A Level D (or AS Level C)
IB SL 6 / HL 4

Subject Requirements (Laboratory Science)

GCSE A / A Level D (or AS Level C)

IB SL 6 / HL 4

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

29100 EUR / year

≈ 29100 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

7574 EUR / year

≈ 7574 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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