Bachelor of Science Physics - Astrophysics
Course Overview
GY320 Physics at NUI Galway is a foundational program that explores the fundamental laws governing matter, energy, and the forces that shape our universe, from subatomic particles to cosmic structures. This four-year Bachelor of Science degree offers a unique and flexible structure, allowing you to explore core physics before specializing in a chosen pathway in your third year. It is designed for students with an enquiring mind who are passionate about discovering how the world works.
Key Program Highlights
- Specialize in a focused pathway: Applied, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Climate, or Theoretical Physics.
- Gain a strong foundation in core physics principles and essential mathematical techniques.
- Explore diverse and exciting areas of modern scientific inquiry from the first year.
- No prior Leaving Certificate physics required; the program is designed to teach you from the ground up.
- Flexible entry into the program with the opportunity to experience multiple subjects before specialization.
Course Overview
GY320 Physics at NUI Galway is a foundational program that explores the fundamental laws governing matter, energy, and the forces that shape our universe, from subatomic particles to cosmic structures. This four-year Bachelor of Science degree offers a unique and flexible structure, allowing you to explore core physics before specializing in a chosen pathway in your third year. It is designed for students with an enquiring mind who are passionate about discovering how the world works.
Key Program Highlights
- Specialize in a focused pathway: Applied, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Climate, or Theoretical Physics.
- Gain a strong foundation in core physics principles and essential mathematical techniques.
- Explore diverse and exciting areas of modern scientific inquiry from the first year.
- No prior Leaving Certificate physics required; the program is designed to teach you from the ground up.
- Flexible entry into the program with the opportunity to experience multiple subjects before specialization.
Requirements
Modules
- Mathematical Studies
- Mathematics (Honours)
- Applied Mathematics
- Frontiers in Physics
- Physics
- Mechanics I
- Astrophysical Concepts
- Calculus I
- Mathematical Molecular Biology I
- Discrete Mathematics
- Differential Forms
- Histology of the Fundamental Tissues
- Programming for Science and Finance
- Statistics for Data Science 1
- Megatrends
- Physical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Introduction to Ocean Science
- Makerspace Creative Technologies 1
- Mathematical Methods I
- Energy, Forces and Motion in Physics
- Modern Physics
- Programming and Operating Systems
- Mechanics II
- Calculus II
- Mathematical Molecular Biology II
- Systems Histology
- Complex Analysis
- Linear Algebra
- Observational Astronomy
- Statistics for Data Science 2
- Introduction to Sustainability 2
- Organic Chemistry
- Analytical & Environmental Chemistry
- The Earth: From Core to Crust
- Scaling Big Ideas
- Makerspace Creative Technologies 2
- Mathematical Methods II
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Computational Physics
- Modelling I
- Astrophysical Concepts
- Physics of the Environment I
- Radiation and Medical Physics
- Astronomical Data Analysis
- Applied Statistics I
- Quantum Physics
- Experimental and Computational Physics
- Experimental and Computational Physics for Theoretical Physics
- Properties of Materials
- Electromagnetism
- Partial Differential Equations
- Makerspace Creative Technologies 1
- Mathematical Methods I
- Wave Optics
- Scaling Big Ideas
- Stellar Astrophysics
- Modelling II
- Physics of the Environment II
- Biomedical Physics
- Applied Statistics II
- Fluid Mechanics
- Makerspace Creative Technologies 2
- Thermal Physics
- Nuclear & Particle Physics
- Mathematical Methods II
- Final Year Project
- Quantum Mechanics
- Solid State Physics
- Electromagnetism and Special Relativity
- Atmospheric Physics and Climate Change
- Biophotonics
- Modelling I
- Electromagnetism
- Cosmology And General Relativity
- Partial Differential Equations
- Algebraic Foundations of Quantum Computing
- Final Year Project
- Physics Problem Solving
- Applied Optics and Imaging
- Nanotechnology
- Fluid Mechanics
- Non Linear Systems
- Ocean Climate Physics
- Final Year Project for Theoretical Physics Students
- Soft Condensed Matter
- Earth Observation and Remote Sensing
- Lasers and Spectroscopy
- Exoplanets and Planet Formation
- Introduction to Palaeoclimatology
