Applied Physics

Entry requirements

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant or appropriate Scientific or Engineering subject e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Materials, Nanotechnology, etc.

• Applications from graduates who have a sufficient mathematical element in their primary degree in addition to other relevant technical background will also be considered.

• The programme is also open to graduates from BSc of Science with concurrent Teacher Education programmes.

Other Entry Considerations:

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme.

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.

International students:

For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

UL’s Master of Science (MSc) in Applied Physics is aimed at physical science and engineering graduates seeking career opportunities in the high technology sector of industry.

The programme aims to increase their understanding of applied physics, the physical principles underlying material properties, and the operation of processes and equipment for the research and high technology sectors.

It is delivered by researchers at the cutting edge of next generation technologies with an outstanding track-record in producing scientific publications, and intellectual property.

Researchers are members of the Bernal Institute at UL, one of the leading research institutes in Ireland, and have a tradition of experimental development, calibration and validation.

During this programme, you will:

• Choose from a wide range of specialist topics and access the unique state-of-the-art facilities of the Bernal Institute such as the FEI Titan Transmission Electron Microscope, Non-linear Optics Lab and Nanophotonics Lab.

• Learn from researchers such as Professor Ursel Bangert, Professor Christophe Silien and Professor Ning Liu at the forefront of next generation technologies.

• Engage with companies such as Analog Devices, COOK Medical, Intel, Seagate and BorgWarner and enhance your employment opportunities.

• Prepare and complete a research project that applies theory to practical problems in an industrial or academic research environment.

Information for international students

• Postgraduate Entry Requirements for International Students
• English Language Requirements

Email ULGlobal@ul.ie for further information.