
Bachelor of Science with concurrent Teacher Education (Physical Sciences with Chemistry and Physics)
Limerick, Ireland
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
UL's School of Education is the largest post-primary teacher education provider in the state and is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for Education programs. University of Limerick is also ranked within the top 75 universities in Europe for excellence in teaching and learning.
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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
- Biology 1
- General Chemistry 1
- Contemporary Understandings andThinking on Education
- Science Mathematics 1
- Mechanics/Heat/Electricity/Magnetics
Semester 2
- Physical Chemistry 1
- Inorganic Chemistry 1B
- Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning
- Understanding Young People and How They Learn
- Waves/Light/Modern Physics
- Science Mathematics 2
Year 2
Semester 3
- Organic Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry 1A
- Planning for Learning
- Understanding Classroom Practices
- Earth Science
- Forces, Potentials and Fields
Semester 4
- Introduction to Science Pedagogy
- School Placement 1
Year 3
Semester 5
- Physical Chemistry 2
- Inorganic Chemistry 2B
- Curriculum and Policy Studies
- Inclusive Education 1: ContemporaryPerspectives
- Optics
- Mechanics
Semester 6
- Biology 2
- Organic Chemistry 3
- Analytical Chemistry 2
- Inclusive Education 2: Special Educational Needs
- Thermal Physics
- Advanced Science Pedagogy
Year 4
Semester 7
- Project 1
- School Placement 2
Semester 8
- Nanotechnology
- Teacher as Professional
- Electromagnetism
- Modern Physics
- Project 2
- Semiconductor Devices
Program Outcome
NFQ Level 8 major Award Honours Bachelor Degree
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
This program has been fully accredited by the Teaching Council. Graduates of this program are qualified for appointment to all second level schools (vocational, secondary, community and comprehensive schools), and for admission to the open register of the Registration Council for Secondary Teachers. Graduates achieving an adequate standard may also proceed to obtain a higher degree by research.
Program Admission Requirements
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