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Physics answers the big questions Energy generation and distribution Global warming Environmental monitoring/protection Health (Diagnostics and Therapeutics) Quantum/optical computing Nanoscience/nanotechnology
Why Study Physics?
Physicists provide leadership in: Basic research Commercial R&D Education and training Finance/market prediction and modelling Industry, business, public service Engineering, design, innovation
Why Study Physics?
A physics degree provides a broad education
Applicable to a wide variety of jobs IT literate Problem solving Mathematical modelling Ability to think ‘outside the box’
Why Study Physics?
It offers a challenging and rewarding careerfocused on the creation of new knowledge
A scientific research career is an international passport
Why Study Physics?
Purpose-built physics building with excellent labs and computer facilities
International staff profile Excellent track record in Research & Development Staff involved in Research Centres (BDI, NCPST, NCSR
…) and in International Collaborations CERN, ITER, MAXLAB…
Undergrad involvement in research labs years 3 & 4
Why Study Physics at DCU?
Physics Orientation as well as general University Orientation
Social events in lab , meet and greet etc. Small classes and dedicated Year Tutors Industry & research Intra opportunities School is actively involved in Physics Education
Research ensuring an excellent standard of teaching/tutoring
Physics staff have won President’s Teaching and Research Awards
Why Study Physics at DCU?
Physics with Biomedical Sciences(DC173) Physics with Astronomy (DC167) Applied Physics
(DC171)
Undergraduate Programmes
Year 1Mechanics, Optics, Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Chemistry, Computing, Labs and Projects
Year 2Quantum Mechanics, Electronics, Mathematics, Electromagnetism, Relativity and nuclear Physics, Labs and Projects
Year 3 Wave Optics,, Quantum Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Mathematics
Year 4 Choice of Optional Topics, Professional Development, Final Year Project
Year 1Mechanics, Optics, Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Chemistry, Computing, Labs and Projects
Year 2Quantum Mechanics, Electronics, Mathematics, Electromagnetism, Relativity and nuclear Physics, Labs and Projects
Year 3 Wave Optics,, Quantum Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Mathematics
Year 4 Choice of Optional Topics, Professional Development, Final Year Project
Common Physics Elements
Physics is of vital importance to the Biomedical fields
NMR / PET / CAT Scanners Imaging Technology Radiation Therapy / Nuclear Medicine Diagnostic Devices Laser Treatment
Physics with Biomedical Sciences
Year 1Mechanics, Optics, Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Chemistry, Computing, Labs and Projects
Year 2Quantum Mechanics, Electronics, Mathematics, Electromagnetism, Relativity and nuclear Physics, Labs and Projects
Year 3 Wave Optics,, Quantum Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Mathematics
Year 4 Choice of Optional Topics, Professional Development, Final Year Project
Year 1 Chemistry, Anatomy
Year 2 Biomechanics
Year 3 Immunology, Intra Placement in Biomedical Field
Year 4Advanced Biomaterials and Processing, Microfluidics, Biophotonics, Project work in Biomedical Field
Physics with Biomedical Sciences
Physics is at the core of modern astronomy, both in terms of experimental apparatus, theory, and analysis of data
Imaging TechnologyData Acquisition
Computational PhysicsCosmology and Relativity
Physics with Astronomy
Year 1Mechanics, Optics, Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Chemistry, Computing, Labs and Projects
Year 2Quantum Mechanics, Electronics, Mathematics, Electromagnetism, Relativity and nuclear Physics, Labs and Projects
Year 3 Wave Optics,, Quantum Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Mathematics
Year 4 Choice of Optional Topics, Professional Development, Final Year Project
Year 1 The Universe, Programming
Year 2 Advanced Programming, Relativity, Nuclear and Particle Physics, Space Science and Technology
Year 3Astronomical Techniques, Stellar PhysicsField Trip to Foreign Observatory
Year 4Applied Spectroscopy, Image Processing, Topics in Astrophysics, Extragalactic Astrophysics and Cosmology, Astronomy project
Physics with Astronomy
General physics degree aimed at industrial R&D and fundamental and applied research
Semiconductor Physics Digital Signal Processing Optics and Photonics Computer Modelling Instrumentation / Measurement
Applied Physics
Year 1Mechanics, Optics, Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Chemistry, Computing, Labs and Projects
Year 2Quantum Mechanics, Electronics, Mathematics, Electromagnetism, Relativity and nuclear Physics, Labs and Projects
Year 3 Wave Optics,, Quantum Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Mathematics
Year 4 Choice of Optional Topics, Professional Development, Final Year Project
Year 1 The Universe, Programming
Year 2 Advanced Programming, Solid State Physics, Electronics
Year 3 Semiconductor Physics, Wave Optics
Year 4Quantum Electronics, Electrodynamics, Materials Growth and Characterisation, Solid State Physics, Quantum Electronics, Nanotechnology
Applied Physics
Applied PhysicsSix month INTRA placement
Physics with Biomedical SciencesSix month INTRA placement (in hospital / biomedical
industry)Physics with Astronomy
Field trip to foreign observatorySix month INTRA placement
Lab Placements in School or Research Centre
Opportunities for research placements through scholarships and networking in EU and US
INTRA Opportunities
Physics with Biomedical Sciences
HD3 or OB3 in Mathematics
HC3 in a Science subject
Points cut-off 2014 - 435
Physics with Astronomy
HD3 or OC3 in Mathematics
HD3 or OC3 in a Laboratory Science
Points cut-off 2014 – 450
Applied Physics
HD3 or OC3 in Mathematics
HD3 or OC3 in a Laboratory Science
Points cut-off 2014 - 430
Entry Requirements
Employers:
Intel, Applied Materials, Meteor, O2, Eircom, AIB Group, Hibernian Group, FORFÁS, SFI, HP, RCSI, DIT, St. James’s/Mater/Tallaght Hospitals, Google, First Derivative
Employment Prospects
Employed
Looking for employment
Further education
Employment Prospects
Computing? Computer Hardware?Internet? Mobile Communications?Finance? Science Teaching?Medical Physics? Astronomy/Space Science?Research Scientist? Semiconductor industry?Renewable Energy? Nanotechnologies?Physics graduates from DCU have followed all these career paths.
Of 22 students:
10 in further education in DCU, Tyndall, TCD, NUIM, QUB, Surrey, London, San Jose!
2 taking a gap year and travelling
4 seeking employment/PG course
6 in employment:
-Intel (Engineer)
-Applied Materials (3 x Engineers)
-Dublin software company CRÈME
-London Software company FEM
Graduating Class of 2012
Staff:Dr. Paul Van Kampen was awarded the National Awards for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (NAIRTL) 2012 Postgraduate students:Conor Coyle & Colm Fallon won the Accenture Award for Best Technology/Leaders of the Future for a company start-upDaragh Byrne Ph.D. was awarded the Outstanding Graduate Reseacher of the Faculty of Science & HealthJennifer Gaughran won SFI “Tell it Straight” competition 2014Undergraduate students:3 physics students worked with DCU media office to develop a DCU smartphone Web APP for campus use.Barry Cannon awarded scholarship to study for a Masters in University of San Jose.Fergal Stapleton Applied Physics, winner of Undergraduate Award for final year project in Computing Category, 2012 Claire O’Connell awarded prestigeous Naughton Scholarship for research internship in Univ. Notre Dame 2013Graduate Dr. David Grimes awarded the John Maddox Award 2014
Recent Physical Sciences Highlights
DCU has responded to the need for a new generation of science teachers by preparing a new integrated curriculum including:
Science Mathematics
EducationInformation Technology
BSc in Science Education
You have the option of entering the Physics programmes after a common first year on Common Entry into Science(DC201) Points 2014 You can study Physics as part of the BSc in Environmental Science(DC166 )Points 2014
Other Routes into Physics
Why come to DCU?
We know going to University isn’t all about lectures and books. It’s also about getting out there, getting involved and having some of the best experiences of your life
Life at DCU
Student Advice Centre Uaneen Module Students Union / Office of Student Life – www.dcusu.ie Elite Athlete Entry Scheme Clubs and Societies Learning Support Service Disability Service Student Accommodation Class Representation
Getting HereGetting here, either by public transport or under your own steam, is easy; we’re close to the M50 and M1 motorways and serviced by bus routes from all parts of the city.
Getting Here
44 & 104 now stop on campus, with numerous other busses from Ballymun Road and Collins Avenue
Private busses from Dundalk, Drogheda, Bettystown, Skerries, Lusk, Laytown and Rush
Bus Eireann 101 and 109A Go Car on campus M50 links Walking and Cycling routes Drumcondra Train Station