Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics
Limerick, Ireland
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Traditional mathematical physics degrees in Ireland have been narrow in their scope. This course seeks to provide a genuine mixture of the two subjects. In addition to developing core and advanced mathematical skills, training will be provided in fundamental physics spanning mechanics to quantum mechanics, and in state-of-the-art applications of physics such as nanotechnology.
The analytical training and broad physical understanding of challenges likely to be encountered in an industrial setting will prove to be a valuable asset for prospective employers. The applied aspects in particular will ensure that, on graduation, you will be at an advantage in comparison to more traditional Maths Physics graduates, when seeking employment in the smart economy. In such an economy envisaged by the Government, academic and industrial research will be closely coupled.
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Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year 1
Semester 1
Common Entry
Semester 2
- Waves/Light/Modern Physics
- Semiconductor Devices
- Calculus 2
- Further Linear Algebra
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Year 2
Semester 3
- Optics
- Mechanics
- Methods of Linear Analysis
- Vector Analysis
- Ordinary Differential Equations
Semester 4
- Electromagnetism
- Modern Physics
- Thermal Physics
- Intro to Numerical Analysis
- Partial Differential Equations
Year 3
Semester 5
- Quantum Mechanics
- Physics of Solids
- Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
- Complex Analysis
- Semester 6
- Cooperative Education
Year 4
Semester 7
- Solid State Physics 1
- Maths of Natural Phenomena
- Perturbation Tech. and Asymptotics
- Maths & Physics Project 1
Semester 8
- Solid State Physics 2
- Dynamical Systems
- Mathematical Modelling
- Maths & Physics Project 2
Program Outcome
NFQ Level 8 major Award Honours Bachelor Degree
- PhD in a relevant research field
- GradDip in Chemical Engineering
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Graduate Entry)
- MA in Business Management
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates progressing directly into employment take up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed on the Graduate Outcomes Survey by graduates approximately one year after graduation:
- Data Analyst
- Financial Analyst