Physics with Data ScienceFisic le hEolaíocht Sonraí

Leaving Certificate Requirements

QQI/FET Requirements

In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/qqi

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature

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.

Physics is the study of the basic principles that govern the physical world around us. This course will provide you with the scientific knowledge and skills required to be a Physicist in addition to learning about the applications of computing and data science techniques in physics and related sciences.

In Year 1 and 2, we will introduce you to a range of subjects including Physics Theory, Physics Problem Solving, Data Science, Numerical Methods and Computational Physics, and Mathematics. You will also get practical experience in a laboratory conducting a variety of stimulating experiments. In Year 3, you will undertake a seven-month work placement in industry or research, and in Year 4, you will study new subjects including Thermal Physics, Ionising Radiation and Nuclear Physics, and Particle Physics and Astrophysics.

Throughout the course, you’ll develop the crucial skills and attributes sought by employers, including interpersonal skills, adaptability, problem-solving and communication skills. IT, Computing and Data Science form a significant part of the course, which also includes extensive practical and project work.

Study Abroad Opportunities

In Year 3, you can choose to spend your work placement in a European country through the Erasmus programme.

Work Placement

In Year 3, you can choose to undertake your work placement in industry or a research setting.

Graduate Job Titles

• Consultant
• Data Analyst
• Data Scientist
• Developer
• Director
• Lecturer
• Manager
• Physicist, Engineer
• Professor
• Researcher
• Risk Analyst
• Technician

Graduate Employers

• Abbott Diagnostics
• Accenture
• AIB
• DCU
• EPA
• Facebook
• Hertz
• HPRA
• HSE
• IBM
• Intel
• KBC
• Mater Hospital
• MicroSoft
• Pfizer
• RCS
• Realtra Space Systems
• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
• James's Hospital
• Vincent's Hospital
• TCD
• The AA
• TU Dublin
• UCD

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.

On graduation, you may continue to postgraduate study at TU Dublin or elsewhere.