Physics with Astronomy

There is no direct entry to the programme via CAO. All entries to this programme are via DC175 Physics General Entry. 

On successful completion of Physics General Entry you will progress to Year Two of one of the following, and complete three further years of study: 

• BSc in Applied Physics
• BSc in Physics with Astronomy 
• BSc in Physics with Biomedical Sciences

The oldest of the sciences, astronomy is an almost boundless field, encompassing aspects of physics, astronomy, astrophysics, and the growing field of space science and technology.

Along with the fundamentals of physics and astronomy, the Physics with Astronomy degree’s curriculum includes optics, high-end computing and image processing.

Over the duration of this course, you’ll have the chance to learn about observational astronomy and the instruments and techniques used to study the stars and can look forward to working with real astronomical data from a variety of telescopes and observatories worldwide. Throughout, there is an emphasis on laboratory experience and you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with professional DCU astronomers whose work is at the forefront of international astronomical research.