Physics and Astrophysics: Physical Sciences
48 monthsProgramme duration
28,900 EURTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Since the dawn of human civilisation humans have gazed in wonder at the night sky. Astrophysics – the exploration of our solar system and the universe beyond – is still a major part of human endeavour in science. It covers everything from the sun and other stars to planets, galaxies and the cosmic microwave background. If you enjoy laboratory and computational work and have an interest in how fundamental physical theories explain how the universe took shape, then this may be the course for you. The course includes core physics subjects as well as specialised courses in astronomical instrumentation, spectroscopy, the solar system, stellar evolution, supernovae, galaxies, interstellar matter, black holes and cosmology. Half of the third-year laboratory class is devoted to learning computational data handling techniques relevant for astrophysicists and the wider world of big data. The School of Physics is equipped with an 11” optical telescope and a 5 cm solar telescope for undergraduate use in the Monck Observatory. Physics and Astrophysics at Trinity offers you the opportunity to study with world-leading experts in the School of Physics, with modules designed to provide you with a flexible qualification for employment across a range of astrophysics research and industrial settings.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Since the dawn of human civilisation humans have gazed in wonder at the night sky. Astrophysics – the exploration of our solar system and the universe beyond – is still a major part of human endeavour in science. It covers everything from the sun and other stars to planets, galaxies and the cosmic microwave background. If you enjoy laboratory and computational work and have an interest in how fundamental physical theories explain how the universe took shape, then this may be the course for you. The course includes core physics subjects as well as specialised courses in astronomical instrumentation, spectroscopy, the solar system, stellar evolution, supernovae, galaxies, interstellar matter, black holes and cosmology. Half of the third-year laboratory class is devoted to learning computational data handling techniques relevant for astrophysicists and the wider world of big data. The School of Physics is equipped with an 11” optical telescope and a 5 cm solar telescope for undergraduate use in the Monck Observatory. Physics and Astrophysics at Trinity offers you the opportunity to study with world-leading experts in the School of Physics, with modules designed to provide you with a flexible qualification for employment across a range of astrophysics research and industrial settings.
Admission Requirements
180+
90+
69+
27+
1250+
6.5+
120+
To qualify for admission to Trinity College Dublin, students must: Meet the minimum matriculation requirements; Meet the age requirement; Meet English language requirements; Satisfy course specific requirements; Satisfy any additional requirements or restrictions as detailed on the University web page; and Meet competitive standards for admission to the course. Do check with the University for more information on Entry Requirements.
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
7,332 EUR
International
28,900 EUR
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