Course Title: Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science with Nanotechnology
Nanoscience is the study of very small-things on a nanometer scale (one thousandth millionth of a metre). This is the scale of large molecules like plastics or proteins.
Nanotechnology includes the techniques used to create structures on a scale below 100 nm, which can be used in new generations of electronics, sensors and computer chips.
Many of today’s global challenges in the environment and health can be addressed by nanotechnology intervention. Nanoscience and nanotechnology are built upon chemistry and physics. This degree is a solid science degree (physics and chemistry) but with a unique focus on nanoscience and nanotechnology.
TU855 is a full-time course which typically requires student attendance each weekday. The school is exploring sustainable approaches to the delivery of all programmes. Our ambition is that elements of remote learning will be integrated over time into the programme in a controlled and quality assured manner to meet the highest standards in sustainable educational provision.
Work Placement
Students have the opportunity to undertake a work placement in a relevant industry during Year 3.
Professional Accreditation
This course is accredited by The Institute of Physics.
Leaving Certificate Requirements
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Subjects |
Higher |
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6 |
2 H5's |
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Minimum Grade in |
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Maths |
English OR Irish |
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O3/H7 |
O6/H7 |
| Other Grade Requirements | |
| At least H4 in one of: Physics, Chemistry, Physics & Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Engineering, Technical Drawing, Technology or Design & Communication Graphics. | |
QQI/FET Requirements
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QQI/FET Award Required |
Additional Requirements |
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Level 5: 1 OF THE FOLLOWING AWARDS:
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DISTINCTION(S) REQUIRED: 5 DISTINCTIONS TO INCLUDE A DISTINCTION IN: C20139 / 5N1833 Mathematics |
| Level 6: Full level 6 award in a relevant discipline | |
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.
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.
View Sample Timetable
Graduate Job Titles:
- Lab Technician
- Researcher
- Pharmaceutical Product Manager
- Production Engineer
- Scientific Officer
Graduate Employers:
- BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
- Financial Sector
- Innopharma Technology
- HPRA
- Intel
- Lotus Works
Semester 1
- Cell Biology [Mandatory]
- Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Introductory Mathematics [Mandatory]
- Physics Horizons & Programming for Physicists I [Mandatory]
- Physics II - Geometrical Optics, Properties if Waves, Sound & Physical Optics [Mandatory]
- Physics III – Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism [Mandatory]
Semester 2
- Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Introduction to Analytical Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Mathematics for the Physical Sciences I [Mandatory]
- Data Science 1 [Mandatory]
- Physics I: Mechanics, Properties of matter and Modern Physics [Mandatory]
- Physics II - Geometrical Optics, Properties if Waves, Sound & Physical Optics [Mandatory]
- Physics Horizons & Programming for Physicists I [Mandatory]
Semester 1
- Bond & Reactivity Inorganic Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Organic Chemistry and Spectroscopy [Mandatory]
- Mathematics for the Physical Sciences II [Mandatory]
- Physics Laboratory Stage II Part 1 [Mandatory]
- Introductory Nanoscience and Nanotoxicology and Molecular Modelling [Mandatory]
- Quantum Physics, Electromagnetism and Optics [Mandatory]
- Mechanics and Thermodynamics [Mandatory]
- Physics Horizons & Computational Physics [Mandatory]
Semester 2
- Kinetics and Electrochemistry [Mandatory]
- Materials, Bio-structures and Spectroscopy A [Mandatory]
- Mathematics for the Physical Sciences III [Mandatory]
- Physics Laboratory Stage II Part 1 [Mandatory]
- Introductory Nanoscience and Nanotoxicology and Molecular Modelling [Mandatory]
- Electronics and Semiconductor Devices [Mandatory]
- Physics Horizons & Computational Physics [Mandatory]
Semester 1
- Inorganic Chemistry in Action [Mandatory]
- Analytical Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Kinetics, Thermodynamics & Electrochemistry [Mandatory]
- Solid State Physics 1 (Condensed Matter) [Mandatory]
- Quantum Physics [Mandatory]
- Chemical & Spectroscopic Techniques for Nanoscience [Mandatory]
- Vacuum Tech for Nanoscience [Mandatory]
- Career Preparation and Structured Placement [Mandatory]
- Electromagnetisim and Optics [Mandatory]
Semester 2
Semester 1
- Surface Chemistry & Photochemistry [Mandatory]
- Advanced Inorganic Topics [Mandatory]
- Advanced Analytical Chemistry [Mandatory]
- Pharmaceutical and Solid State Analysis [Mandatory]
- Pharma Manufacturing & Environmental H& S [Mandatory]
- Final Year Research Project [Mandatory]
- Solid State Physics II [Mandatory]
- Advanced Electronics [Mandatory]
- Advanced Computational Physics [Mandatory]
- Nanoelectronics and Nanophotonics [Mandatory]
- Invention, Innovation and Commercialisation [Mandatory]
- Lasers and Applications [Mandatory]
- Advanced Topics in Physics II & Research Methods [Mandatory]
Semester 2
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.
I enjoyed the course from start to end.
Great hands-on experience with plenty of lab practice and a work placement.
Staff are friendly and helpful and know their nano.