Physics

This programme offers graduates an opportunity to tailor the MSc curriculum to a targeted area of expertise in physics.



- Offers specialisation in Space Science, Nano Bio Science and Nano Technology

- This is a flexible programme where the students can design and control their training experience

- The modules are delivered by research active international staff with worldwide reputation



What Will I Learn?

- Apply knowledge gained and skills developed to specific problems in the field.

- Critically assess data and simulations.

- Describe the state-of-the art knowledge in specific areas of the field.

- Draw on a suite of transferable skills including critical thinking, problem solving, scientific writing and communication skills.

- Students should also have developed their ethical behaviour including critical thinking, understanding of arguments and consequences, and scientific integrity

Entry requirements

• Entrance to the programme requires a degree or equivalent in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline. An upper second class honours, or the international equivalent is required.



• In special circumstances, students with a strong physics background and lower second class honours degree may be accepted.



• Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.



You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage. https://tinyurl.com/2ae2ffax

Credits

60

Duration

1/2 years part-time. Delivery: On Campus.

Fees

GradDip Physics (F093) Part Time

EU fee per year - € 5660

nonEU fee per year - € 16535


***Fees are subject to change


Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website. Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme.

Enrolment dates

Next Intake: September 2025.

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  • Qualification letters

    GradDip

  • Qualifications

    Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ)

  • Attendance type

    Part time

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